Chapman To
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Chapman To Man-chak is a Hong Kong
actor, best known for specializing in comedic roles in films such as Infernal Affairs
and Initial D
.
trilogy, as well as the role of Itsuki Tachibana in Initial D
. He used to be a divorcee, but remarried in late 2005 to Kristal Tin. In 2006, he starred in Pang Ho-Cheung
's film, Isabella with Isabella Leong
.
Along with acting, To was also a radio personality for Commercial Radio 2(CR2). He hosted the show, On a Clear Day (在晴朗的一天出發), a 2-hour morning show which was co-hosted by Michelle Lo and Jan Lamb
. However, after a fall-out with the key personnel of the radio company, Chapman lost the radio hosting job in 2006.
To is also an avid amateur photographer. In 2011, To was hired as the photographer for cantopop
singer Prudence Liew
's album, Love Addict
. To stated that this is the first time he is paid for his photography work.
Hong Kong people
Hong Kong people refer to people who originate from Hong Kong. The term has no legal definition in Hong Kong. Rather, terms such as Hong Kong permanent resident and Hong Kong resident are used...
actor, best known for specializing in comedic roles in films such as Infernal Affairs
Infernal Affairs
Infernal Affairs is a 2002 Hong Kong crime-thriller film directed by Andrew Lau and Alan Mak. It tells the story of a police officer who infiltrates the triads, and a police officer secretly working for the same gang. The Chinese title means "the non-stop path", a reference to Avici, the lowest...
and Initial D
Initial D (film)
Initial D is a 2005 Hong Kong film directed by Andrew Lau and Alan Mak. It is a film adaptation of the Japanese Initial D manga and anime series.-Plot:...
.
Career
To began his acting career in TV soap operas and moved to the big screen in 2000. He is best known for playing Tsui Wai-Keung in the Infernal AffairsInfernal Affairs
Infernal Affairs is a 2002 Hong Kong crime-thriller film directed by Andrew Lau and Alan Mak. It tells the story of a police officer who infiltrates the triads, and a police officer secretly working for the same gang. The Chinese title means "the non-stop path", a reference to Avici, the lowest...
trilogy, as well as the role of Itsuki Tachibana in Initial D
Initial D (film)
Initial D is a 2005 Hong Kong film directed by Andrew Lau and Alan Mak. It is a film adaptation of the Japanese Initial D manga and anime series.-Plot:...
. He used to be a divorcee, but remarried in late 2005 to Kristal Tin. In 2006, he starred in Pang Ho-Cheung
Pang Ho-Cheung
Edmond Pang Ho-Cheung is a Hong Kong novelist, playwright, actor and filmmaker.-Biography:Pang was born in Hong Kong in 1973. At the age of 15, he started using a video camera to direct short films with his elder brother....
's film, Isabella with Isabella Leong
Isabella Leong
Isabella Leong Lok-Sze is a Hong Kong-based actress and former singer.- Career :Her father was a descendant of a prominent Macanese family of Portuguese-English heritage, and her mother is Chinese...
.
Along with acting, To was also a radio personality for Commercial Radio 2(CR2). He hosted the show, On a Clear Day (在晴朗的一天出發), a 2-hour morning show which was co-hosted by Michelle Lo and Jan Lamb
Jan Lamb
Jan Lamb Hoi Fong is a DJ, pop singer, actor in Hong Kong. Jan is the elder brother of actor/DJ/game host Jerry and younger brother of singer and radio personality Sandy...
. However, after a fall-out with the key personnel of the radio company, Chapman lost the radio hosting job in 2006.
To is also an avid amateur photographer. In 2011, To was hired as the photographer for cantopop
Cantopop
Cantopop is a colloquialism for "Cantonese popular music". It is sometimes referred to as HK-pop, short for "Hong Kong popular music". It is categorized as a subgenre of Chinese popular music within C-pop...
singer Prudence Liew
Prudence Liew
Prudence Liew Mei-Gwan is a multi-platinum selling Hong Kong pop singer and Golden Horse Award winning actress, having released 14 studio albums and appearing in numerous films.-Career start:...
's album, Love Addict
Love Addict (Prudence Liew album)
Love Addict is the 14th studio album and second mandopop album by Hong Kong singer Prudence Liew. This album marks the first Mandarin language studio album release from Liew since 愛自己 Love Yourself was released in Taiwan in 2000...
. To stated that this is the first time he is paid for his photography work.
Filmography
- Fist of Fury (1995) TV Series – Jing Wu Men student
- The Good Old DaysThe Good Old DaysThe Good Old Days is a popular BBC television light entertainment programme which ran from 1953 to 1983.It was performed at the Leeds City Varieties and recreated an authentic atmosphere of the Victorian–Edwardian music hall with songs and sketches of the era performed by present-day...
(1996) TV Series - My Date with a VampireMy Date with a VampireMy Date with a Vampire is a 1998 Hong Kong television series produced by ATV. It was followed by My Date with a Vampire II and My Date with a Vampire III . The drama starred Eric Wan and Joey Meng in the leading roles. The plot is based on future events of the story in Vampire Expert, a similar...
(1998) TV Series – Kum Chen-chong - House of the DamnedHouse of the DamnedHouse of the Damned is an American zombie, comedy horror film that was filmed in February 1996, it received a limited release later that year. The film gained its first wide release in 2008 and has been recently re-released with a 15th Anniversary Edition through Music Video Distributors on...
(1999) - Violent CopViolent Cop (2000 film)Violent Cop is a low-budget 2000 Hong Kong cop thriller, directed by Kant Leung Wang Fat.-Cast:* Patrick Tam* Pinky Cheung* Chapman To* Anita Chan Wing Yin* Tony Ho Wah Chiu* Tony Wang* Winnie Leung Man Yee* Cheung Shui-Jit* Chung Kit-Yee...
(2000) - The Teacher Without Chalk (2000)
- Jiang hu: The Triad ZoneJiang hu: The Triad ZoneJiang hu: The Triad Zone is a 2000 Hong Kong film directed by Dante Lam.-Cast and roles:* Tony Leung Ka-fai - Jimmy Yam* Sandra Ng - Sophie Yam* Anthony Wong Chau-sang - Master Kwan Wan Cheung* Eason Chan - Chan Chin-Wah* Jo Kuk...
(2000) - My Date with a Vampire IIMy Date with a Vampire IIMy Date with a Vampire II is a 1999 Hong Kong television series produced by ATV as the sequel to My Date with a Vampire . It was followed by My Date with a Vampire III in 2004...
(2000) TV Series – Kum Chen-chong - Let's Sing Along (2001)
- Goodbye, Mr. Cool (2001) – Long Hair
- Never Say Goodbye (2001)
- The Cheaters (2001) – Chi-Wai
- Esprit D'AmourEsprit d'amourEspirit d'amour is a 1983 Hong Kong romantic drama film. It is the first feature film directed by Ringo Lam who would go on to international fame for making gritty action films such as City on Fire.-Plot summary:...
(2001) - Golden ChickenGolden ChickenGolden Chicken is a 2002 Hong Kong film directed by Samson Chiu starring Sandra Ng and involving cameo appearances from Andy Lau and Eric Tsang.It was followed by a sequel: Golden Chicken 2 in 2003.-Synopsis:...
(2002) – Club Owner - Infernal AffairsInfernal AffairsInfernal Affairs is a 2002 Hong Kong crime-thriller film directed by Andrew Lau and Alan Mak. It tells the story of a police officer who infiltrates the triads, and a police officer secretly working for the same gang. The Chinese title means "the non-stop path", a reference to Avici, the lowest...
(2002) – Tsui Wai-keung - The Mummy, Aged 19The Mummy, Aged 19The Mummy, Aged 19 or Ng goh haak gwai dik siu nin s a 2002 Hong Kong movie. It is directed by Wilson Yip Wai-Shun and produced by Joe Ma Wai-Ho, Y.Y...
(2002) - Just One LookJust One LookJust One Look is a 2002 Hong Kong film written and directed by Yip Kam-Hung, and starring Shawn Yue, Anthony Wong and Gillian Chung.-Plot:A young man contemplates revenge on the gangster he believes responsible for his father's death...
(2002) – Villager No. 3 - The Wall (2002)
- Mighty BabyMighty Baby (film)Mighty Baby is a 2002 Hong Kong film directed by Chan Hing-Ka and Patrick Leung. It is a sequel to the 2001 La Brassiere.-Cast and roles:* Lau Ching-Wan - Johnny Hung* Louis Koo - Wayne Koo* Rosamund Kwan - Sabrina* Gigi Leung - Lena Li...
(2002) – Kassey - The Irresistible Piggies (2002)
- Partners (2002) – Lee Tin Wah
- Dry Wood, Fierce Fire (2002)
- Nine Girls and a Ghost (2002) – Basketball Coach
- Return from the Other World (2002) – Fai
- Black Mask 2: City of MasksBlack Mask 2: City of MasksBlack Mask 2: City of Masks is a 2002 Hong Kong action film directed by Tsui Hark. Andy On took over the role of Black Mask when original actor Jet Li opted not to return. The film also starred Tobin Bell, Jon Polito, Tyler Mane, Rob Van Dam, Traci Lords, and Scott Adkins-Overview:Black Mask 2 is...
(2002) – King (Cantonese voice) - The Twins EffectThe Twins EffectThe Twins Effect, also known as Vampire Effect in the United States, is a 2003 Hong Kong film directed by Dante Lam and Donnie Yen. The film was derived from Cantopop group Twins, starring both members Charlene Choi and Gillian Chung in the leading roles. Co-stars include Edison Chen and Ekin Cheng...
(2003) - Golden Chicken 2Golden Chicken 2Golden Chicken 2 is a 2003 Hong Kong film directed by Samson Chiu. It is a sequel to the 2002 Golden Chicken.-Cast and roles:* Sandra Ng - Kam* Bing - Granny B in the queue* Cha Man-Wet - Mainland businessman A...
(2003) – Club Owner - Master Q: Incredible Pet Detective (2003) (voice)
- Infernal Affairs IIIInfernal Affairs IIIInfernal Affairs III is a 2003 Hong Kong crime thriller film directed by Andrew Lau and Alan Mak. It is the third installment in the Infernal Affairs film series, and is both a sequel and a semi-prequel to the original film, as it intercuts events before and after the events in the first film...
(2003) – Tsui Wai-keung - The Spy Dad (2003) – Love Kwan
- Infernal Affairs IIInfernal Affairs IIInfernal Affairs II is a 2003 Hong Kong crime-thriller film directed by Andrew Lau and Alan Mak.It is a prequel to the 2002 film Infernal Affairs. Anthony Wong, Eric Tsang, Edison Chen, Shawn Yue, and Chapman To reprise their roles from the original film alongside new cast members Carina Lau,...
(2003) – Tsui Wai-keung - Men Suddenly in BlackMen Suddenly in Black-Cast and roles:* Eric Tsang - Kwok Tin-yau* Chapman To - Chao* Jordan Chan - Cheung* Spirit Blue - Paul* Teresa Mo - Tin's Wife* Candy Lo - Anna* Marsha Yuen - Ching* Tiffany Lee * Ellen Chan * Natalis Chan * Stephanie Che * Cheung Tat-ming...
(2003) – Chao - Black White Forest (2003) – Toast
- Looking for Mr. Perfect (2003)
- Diva: Ah Hey (2003) – Huffman
- Cat and Mouse (2003) – Han Zhang
- My Lucky Star (2003) – Yip's stepmother boyfriend
- Honesty (2003) – Failure Fai
- Kung Fu SoccerKung Fu SoccerKung Fu Soccer is a Hong Kong television drama series that aired on TVB from December 6, 2004 to January 9, 2005.- Synopsis :Kung Fu Soccer is about the soccer world intwined with talented people. Each character has a special Kung Fu talent that they use to play soccer.Lam Chung Fu was once a...
(2004) TV Series – Lok - The Attractive One (2004) – Butt
- Escape from Hong Kong IslandEscape from Hong Kong IslandEscape from Hong Kong Island is a 2004 black comedy film made in Hong Kong, directed by Simon Lui, and starring Jordan Chan.-Plot:...
(2004) – Policeman - Six Strong Guys (2004) – Chai
- Super Model (2004)
- Jiang HuJiang Hu (film)Jiang Hu is a 2004 Hong Kong film about Hong Kong gangs. It was directed by Wong Ching-Po and stars Andy Lau and Jacky Cheung.-Title:...
(2004) – Brother To - Love Is a Many Stupid ThingLove Is a Many Stupid ThingLove Is a Many Stupid Thing is a 2004 comedy film written, produced and directed by Wong Jing and starring Eric Tsang, Chapman To, Natalis Chan, Shawn Yue, Lam Chi-chung and Raymond Wong...
(2004) – Yan - Enter the PhoenixEnter the PhoenixEnter the Phoenix is a 2004 Hong Kong film directed by Stephen Fung.-Plot:...
(2004) – Kin - The Beautiful CountryThe Beautiful CountryThe Beautiful Country is a 2004 Vietnam-related drama film set in 1990. It is directed by Hans Petter Moland and starring Damien Nguyen, Nick Nolte, Bai Ling, Chau Thi Kim Xuan, Tim Roth, Anh Thu, Temuera Morrison and John Hussey...
(2004) – Chingmy - A World Without ThievesA World Without ThievesA World Without Thieves is an award-winning Chinese action / drama film directed by Feng Xiaogang and starring Andy Lau, Rene Liu, Ge You and Li Bingbing. The film is an adaptation of a novelette of the same title by Zhao Benfu that was first published in 1999. The original story is moderately...
(2004) – Sha Gen (Cantonese voice) - Moonlight in Tokyo (2005) – Hoi
- Wait 'Til You're OlderWait 'Til You're OlderWait 'til You're Older is a 2005 Hong Kong film directed by Teddy Chan.-Plot:Kwong is a young boy who lives with his father and stepmother . He blames his stepmother for the suicide of his mother 3 years earlier and continually runs away from home...
(2005) – Policeman - Initial DInitial D (film)Initial D is a 2005 Hong Kong film directed by Andrew Lau and Alan Mak. It is a film adaptation of the Japanese Initial D manga and anime series.-Plot:...
(2005) – Itsuki Tachibana - Colour of the Loyalty (2005)
- Confession of PainConfession of PainConfession of Pain is a 2006 Hong Kong crime/drama film directed by Andrew Lau and Alan Mak, and starring Tony Leung Chiu-Wai, Takeshi Kaneshiro, Shu Qi and Xu Jinglei.-Plot summary:...
(2006) – Inspector Tsui Wing Kwong - A Melody LookingA Melody LookingA Melody Looking is a Hong Kong musical film written and directed by Leon Lai, released on November 18, 2006. The DVD was released on December 15, 2006.- Cast :* Leon Lai as Leon* Chapman To as Chapman* Janice Wei as Janice* Charles Ying as Charles...
(2006) – Chapman - Isabella (2006) – Shing
- Trivial Matters (2007)
- Simply Actors (2007) – Crazy Sam
- Lady Cop & Papa CrookLady Cop & Papa CrookLady Cop & Papa Crook is a 2009 Hong Kong crime film written and directed by Alan Mak and Felix Chong, and starring Sammi Cheng and Eason Chan...
(2008) - True Women for SaleTrue Women For SaleTrue Women For Sale is a 2008 drama film directed by Herman Yau and starring Prudence Liew and Anthony Wong Chau Sang.-Plot:...
(2008) - ParkingParkingParking is the act of stopping a vehicle and leaving it unoccupied for more than a brief time. Parking on one or both sides of a road is commonly permitted, though often with restrictions...
(2008) - Home RunHome runIn baseball, a home run is scored when the ball is hit in such a way that the batter is able to reach home safely in one play without any errors being committed by the defensive team in the process...
(2008) - RebellionRebellion (2009 film)Rebellion is an 2009 Hong Kong action/crime/thriller film directed by Herman Yau.-Synopsis:Notorious of its unpeace, the South district is ruled by five gangs. The five leaders, Jimmy , Coffee , Jupiter , Sand and Man Ching share the same power over the area...
(2009) – Blackie - OL SupremeOL Supreme-Synopsis:Divorced LUI SIU FUNG is the CEO's secretary of a mall management company and is the head of the company's secretaries. She has been working hard for many years in the company, deeply gaining the trust of the CEO SO DAI TUNG...
(2010) (TV series) - Ex (2010) Entered into the 2010 Hong Kong International Film FestivalHong Kong International Film FestivalThe Hong Kong International Film Festival is a platform for filmmakers, film professionals and filmgoers from all over the world to launch and experience new film work. There are seminars, conferences, exhibitions, and parties celebrating the festival community...
- Once a GangsterOnce a Gangster-Cast:* Ekin Cheng – Sparrow* Jordan Chan – Roast Pork* Alex Fong – Kerosene* Michelle Ye – Nancy* Candice Yu – Lady Pearl* Wilfred Lau – Yan* Conroy Chan – Scissor-External links:** at the Hong Kong Cinemagic...
(2010) (writer) - Triple TapTriple Tap-Cast:* Louis Koo – Kwan Yau-bok* Daniel Wu – Chong Tze-wai* Charlene Choi – Ting* Li Bingbing – Anna* Alex Fong – Miu Chi-shun* Lam Suet – Fong Chi-wo* Chapman To – Pang To-External links:* at the Hong Kong Cinemagic...
(2010) - La Comédie humaineLa Comédie humaine (film)La Comédie humaine is a 2010 Hong Kong comedy film directed and written by Chan Hing-ka and Janet Chun. Released in cinemas on 8 July 2010, it premiered at the 31 March 2010 Hong Kong International Film Festival.-Plot:...
(2010) Entered into the 2010 Hong Kong International Film FestivalHong Kong International Film FestivalThe Hong Kong International Film Festival is a platform for filmmakers, film professionals and filmgoers from all over the world to launch and experience new film work. There are seminars, conferences, exhibitions, and parties celebrating the festival community... - The Jade and the PearlThe Jade and the PearlThe Jade and the Pearl is a 2010 Hong Kong film co-produced by Shaw Brothers Studio, Television Broadcasts Limited and Emperor Motion Pictures.-Main cast:-Imperial Palace:-Other cast:...
(2010) – Eunuch Yeung - Legend of the Fist: The Return of Chen ZhenLegend of the Fist: The Return of Chen ZhenLegend of the Fist: The Return of Chen Zhen is a 2010 Hong Kong martial arts film directed by Andrew Lau. The film is a continuation of the 1994 film Fist of Legend starring Jet Li, with Donnie Yen as Chen Zhen, a role made famous by Bruce Lee in the 1972 film Fist of Fury...
(2010) – Inspector Huang Haolong (voice) - Who's the Hero (2010) (TV series)
- The Kidnap (2010)
- All's Well, Ends Well 2011All's Well, Ends Well 2011All's Well, Ends Well 2011 is a 2011 Hong Kong romantic comedy film directed by Chan Hing-ka and Janet Chun. It is the sixth installment in the All's Well, Ends Well film series, was released on 2 February 2011.-Plot:...
(2011) - Mr. and Mrs. Incredible (2011)
- Eternal MomentEternal MomentEternal Moment is a Chinese romantic drama film directed by Zhang Yibai and starring Xu Jinglei, Li Yapeng and Chapman To.The film is a sequel to the television drama, Cherish Our Love Forever , which was also directed by Zhang...
(2011) - Men Suddenly in LoveMen Suddenly in LoveMen Suddenly in Love is a 2011 Hong Kong romantic comedy film produced by, written by and directed by Wong Jing. Film stars Eric Tsang, Chapman To, Jim Chim, Wong Jing and Tat Dik.-Cast:* Eric Tsang as York Ng * Chapman To as Keith Szeto...
(2011) - Hi, FidelityHi, FidelityHi, Fidelity is a 2011 Hong Kong romance film written and directed by Calvin Poon. The film stars Pat Ha, Michelle Ye, Carrie Ng and William Chan.-Cast:* Pat Ha* Michelle Ye* Carrie Ng* William Chan* George Lam* Chapman To* Lawrence Cheng...
(2011) - Love in SpaceLove in Space (film)Love in Space is a 2011 Hong Kong romantic comedy film produced Fruit Chan, directed by Tony Chan and Wing Shya and stars an ensemble cast including Aaron Kwok, Eason Chan, René Liu, Kwai Lun-mei, Angelababy, Jing Boran and a guest appearance by Xu Fan...
(2011) - The Sorcerer and the White SnakeThe Sorcerer and the White SnakeThe Sorcerer and the White Snake, previously known as, It's Love and Madame White Snake is a 2011 film directed by Ching Siu-tung and starring Jet Li. It is based on the Chinese Legend of the White Snake. Production started in September 10, 2010 and ended on January 16, 2011...
(2011) - Turning Point 2Turning Point 2Turning Point 2 is an upcoming Hong Kong film directed by Herman Yau and starring Michael Tse in the title role of "Laughing Gor" and co-starring Francis Ng, Chapman To and Bosco Wong...
(2011)
External links
- Official Blog of Chapman To
- Chapman To on Sina Twitter
- Chapman To Man Chat at the Hong Kong CinemagicHong Kong CinemagicHong Kong Cinemagic, sometimes referred to as HKCinemagic, is a bilingual website providing a repository for information about Chinese language films from Hong Kong, China and Taiwan, and the people that created them. The website contains news, interviews, film reviews and a database of people,...
- Chapman To at LoveHKFilm