Fan Mei-Sheng
ActingAbout Fan Mei-Sheng
Fan Mei-sheng (樊梅生; born 13 September 1942) also known as Fan Mui Sang, is a prolific Hong Kong Cantonese actor. Fan Mei-sheng started acting in movies from 1964; his first movie was The Story of Sue San. He made his name in Shaw Brothers Studio productions, including the role of 'Black Whirlwind' in All Men Are Brothers. Through the 1970s and 1980s, he was often cast as the villain in many Hong Kong martial arts films and thrillers. In 1979, Fan replaced Simon Yuen (who died during filming) in The Magnificent Butcher. That, as well as his role as an explosives man in The Postman Fights Back, became one of his best known performances. He also acted in the Michael Cimino film, Year of the Dragon; and in total has acted in one hundred films. In addition, he has directed one film, Amsterdam Connection in 1978, and produced another, Dark Side of Chinatown in 1989.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Fan Mei-Sheng reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Action
The majority of Fan Mei-Sheng's filmography leans towards the Action genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 62% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Fan Mei-Sheng remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Shepherd Girl, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Fan Mei-Sheng Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Fan Mei-Sheng's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Fan Mei-Sheng.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | Riki-Oh: The Story of Ricky | Assistant Warden | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Project A Part II | Black Bear | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Rich and Famous | Fan Tit Tau | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Millionaires' Express | Mountain Bandit | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Year of the Dragon | White Powder Ma | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | The Postman Strikes Back | Bu | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Dreadnaught | Marshal Pao | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | The Eagle's Killer | Chin Pai To | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Young Master | Bull | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Magnificent Butcher | Beggar King | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Flying Guillotine II | Li Sing Nan | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | Pursuit of Vengeance | Yi Da-Jing | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Sentimental Swordsman | Chuan Jia | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Brave Archer | Odd Immortal Leung Sin-Yung | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Death Duel | Mute | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Jade Tiger | Zhao Zhong | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | King Gambler | Sha Wu Lin | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Magic Blade | Painting Wu | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Dragon Missile | Miu Fei | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | Killer Clans | Ma Fang-chung | Average | Similar → |
| 1975 | All Men Are Brothers | Black Whirlwind / Li Kui | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Kidnap | Chao Hai Chuan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Pirate | Hua Er Dao | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | Blood Brothers | Mountain Bandit Leader Yin | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Delinquent | Big Sean | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | The 14 Amazons | General Chiao Ting Kuai | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Intimate Confessions of a Chinese Courtesan | Wu Hua-Tian | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Young Avenger | Hunchback Liu Tuo | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Casino | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Water Margin | Black Whirlwind, Li | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Swift Knight | Constable Ji Fu | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | Duel for Gold | Chiu Fu | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Iron Buddha | Master Luo | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Twelve Gold Medallions | Bangling Trio Member | Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | Dragon Swamp | Ding Hu (beggar) | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | The Jade Raksha | Yan Long Er | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | That Fiery Girl | 2nd Chief of Hulu Valley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | The Silver Fox | Ching Ching's Helper | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Black Butterfly | Little Poue | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Lady Jade Locket | Secretary Tong's servant capturing Wei | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | Rape of the Sword | Lo's Man | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | The One-Armed Swordsman | Guo Sheng / Brother Hua | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | The King with My Face | Wan Chao | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | Angel with the Iron Fists | Agent 403 at nightclub | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Knight of Knights | Zhaoqing snr monk | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Golden Buddha | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Monkey Goes West | 3rd Prince of West Dragon King | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Story of Sue San | Master Fan | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Shepherd Girl | Village youth at campfire | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Between Tears and Smiles | Opera Customer | Average | Similar → |
Fan Mei-Sheng - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Fan Mei-Sheng?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Fan Mei-Sheng is "The Shepherd Girl" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Fan Mei-Sheng acted in?
Fan Mei-Sheng has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Fan Mei-Sheng?
Other notable films include "King Gambler", "Kidnap", and "The Jade Tiger".