Yûki Maeda - Actor Profile

Yûki Maeda

Acting
Freshness: Jan 25, 2026
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Aug 28, 1979
Birth Place: Kochi, Kochi Prefecture, Japan

About Yûki Maeda

前田有紀 (Maeda Yuki) is a former Japanese singer, stage actress, and radio host. She started her career under the management of enka singer Itsuki Hiroshi in 1994, before joining Hello! Project as a soloist in 2000, debuting her first single "Naki Usagi" under the renowned enka label Teichiku Records. She graduated with the rest of the Elder Club in March 2009, but continued her singing career as part of UP-FRONT AGENCY. In June 2012, she announced on her Twitter account that she was five months pregnant and would retire to focus on being a mother. She slowly started her career again in 2022 when she became more active on YouTube and started acting in stage plays leading up to the release of her 12th single the same year.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Yûki Maeda 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: Horror

The majority of Yûki Maeda's filmography leans towards the Horror 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 16% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Yûki Maeda remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Hello! Project 2004 Winter ~C'MON! Dance World~, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Yûki Maeda Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Yûki Maeda's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Yûki Maeda.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2013 Hello! Project 2013 COUNTDOWN PARTY 2013-2014 ~GOODBYE & HELLO!~ - Flop Similar →
2012 Killer Motel Michiko Average Similar →
2011 Yankee High School Girl 7 ~Tochigi's Strongest Legend~ - Flop Similar →
2011 The Parasite Doctor Suzune: Evolution - Flop Similar →
2011 The Parasite Doctor Suzune: Genesis - Flop Similar →
2011 Missing 55 Final Break - Flop Similar →
2011 Missing 55 - Flop Similar →
2011 Man Hunting: Redemption - Flop Similar →
2009 Hello! Project 2009 Winter Kettei! Hello☆Pro Award '09 ~Elder Club Sotsugyou Kinen Special~ - Super Hit Similar →
2009 Hello! Project 2009 Winter Kettei! Hello☆Pro Award '09 ~Backstage Video~ - Flop Similar →
2009 Hello! Project DVD Magazine Vol.18 - Flop Similar →
2009 Hello! Project 2009 Winter Elder Club Kouen ~Thank you for your LOVE!~ - Flop Similar →
2009 Hello! Project DVD Magazine Vol.17 - Flop Similar →
2008 Hello! Project 2008 Winter ~Kettei! Hello☆Pro Award '08~ - Super Hit Similar →
2008 Hello! Project 2008 Winter ~Live DVD Box Bonus Video~ - Flop Similar →
2008 Hello! Project DVD Magazine Vol.14 - Flop Similar →
2008 Uta Doki! Pop Classics Vol.8 - Flop Similar →
2008 Uta Doki! Pop Classics Vol.7 - Flop Similar →
2008 Hello! Project 2008 Winter ~Kashimashi Elder Club~ - Average Similar →
2008 Hello! Project DVD Magazine Vol.13 - Flop Similar →
2007 Petit Best 8 - Flop Similar →
2007 Uta Doki! Pop Classics Vol.6 - Super Hit Similar →
2007 Uta Doki! Pop Classics Vol.5 - Flop Similar →
2007 Uta Doki! Pop Classics Vol.4 - Flop Similar →
2007 Uta Doki! Pop Classics Vol.2 - Flop Similar →
2007 Hello! Project 2007 Winter ~Shuuketsu! 10th Anniversary~ - Super Hit Similar →
2007 Hello! Project 2007 Winter ~Live DVD Box Bonus Video~ - Flop Similar →
2007 Hello! Project DVD Magazine Vol.10 - Hit Similar →
2007 Hello! Project 2007 Winter ~Elder Club The Celebration~ - Flop Similar →
2007 Hello! Project DVD Magazine Vol.9 - Flop Similar →
2006 Hello! Project DVD Magazine Vol.6 - Flop Similar →
2006 Hello! Project 2006 Winter ~Zeninshuu GO!~ - Flop Similar →
2006 Hello! Project 2006 Winter ~Elder Club~ - Flop Similar →
2006 Hello! Project DVD Magazine Vol.5 - Flop Similar →
2005 Hello! Project 2005 Summer no Kayou Show ~'05 Selection! Collection!~ - Flop Similar →
2005 Hello! Project DVD Magazine Vol.3 - Flop Similar →
2005 Hello! Project 2005 Winter All-Stars Dairanbu ~A HAPPY NEW POWER! Iida Kaori Sotsugyou Special~ - Flop Similar →
2005 Hello! Project 2005 Winter ~A HAPPY NEW POWER! Shirogumi~ - Flop Similar →
2005 Hello! Project DVD Magazine Vol.2 - Flop Similar →
2004 Hello! Project Sports Festival 2004 - Flop Similar →
2004 Hello! Project DVD Magazine Vol.1 - Super Hit Similar →
2004 Hello! Project 2004 Summer ~Natsu no Doon!~ - Average Similar →
2004 Hello! Project 2004 Winter ~C'MON! Dance World~ - Super Hit Similar →
2003 Hello! Project Sports Festival 2003 - Hit Similar →
2003 Hello! Project 2003 Summer ~Yossha! Bikkuri Summer!!~ - Flop Similar →
2003 Hello! Project 2003 Winter ~Tanoshin Jattemasu!~ - Flop Similar →
2002 Hello! Project Douyou Eizou Shuu ~Ponkikies21~ - Flop Similar →
2002 Hello! Project 2002 Summer ~ONE HAPPY SUMMER DAY~ - Flop Similar →
2001 Hello! Project 2001 Summer ~TOGETHER! Summer Party!~ - Flop Similar →
2000 Hello! Project 2000 Summer ~Atsumare! Summer Party~ - Flop Similar →

Yûki Maeda - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Yûki Maeda?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Yûki Maeda is "Hello! Project 2004 Winter ~C'MON! Dance World~" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Yûki Maeda acted in?

Yûki Maeda has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Yûki Maeda?

Other notable films include "Hello! Project 2009 Winter Kettei! Hello☆Pro Award '09 ~Elder Club Sotsugyou Kinen Special~", "Hello! Project 2008 Winter ~Kettei! Hello☆Pro Award '08~", and "Uta Doki! Pop Classics Vol.6".