Aileen Tan - Actor Profile

Aileen Tan

Acting
Updated: Apr 19, 2026
5Total Films
8.2 Highest Rated
Born: Oct 18, 1966
Birth Place: Singapore

About Aileen Tan

Aileen Tan is one of the most recognisable faces on television, having been in the entertainment industry for more than 2 decades. As the first runner-up as well as Miss Photogenic of the first Star Search 1988, Aileen proves to be a versatile actress who handles diverse roles with competence. In 1994, Aileen was nominated for the Best Actress Award in the Magnolia (Baihua) Awards if China for her role in The Blazing Trail as an undercover cop. In 2001, Aileen bagged the Best Actress Award at Star Awards, an annual award ceremony for TV personalities, for her outstanding performance in the Chinese drama, 3 Women and A Half. The same year, Aileen made her first crossover to English Drama in the award-winning local drama series, Growing up. Her other English production includes Red Thread, where she acted with Adrian Pang. Aileen’s passion can be seen in the zest she puts in to other aspects of work besides acting. She is a competent compere for Chinese variety shows and has also dabbled in theatre in the Toy Factory production, where she played a coquettish woman in I Have A Date With Spring. In 2013, Aileen won the Best Actress in a Supporting Role in Asian Television Awards for her outstanding performance in The Day It Rained on our Parade. In 2016, she had her first leading role in the movie Long Long Time Ago and Long Long Time Ago 2. In 2017, Aileen won the Best Supporting Actress at Star Awards for her stella performance in Hero and 2019, she once again won recognition for her role in 'You Can Be an Angel 3' with a nomination at Star Awards.

Aileen Tan Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Aileen Tan reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 5 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Aileen Tan's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 80% of Aileen Tan's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.

One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Ah Boys to Men 3: Frogmen, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Aileen Tan Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Aileen Tan's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Aileen Tan has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2025 I Want To Be Boss Nan Sao Hit Similar →
2018 Wonderful! Liang Xi Mei Mrs Lu Flop Similar →
2016 Long Long Time Ago 2 Lim Zhao Di Hit Similar →
2016 Long Long Time Ago Lim Zhao Di Hit Similar →
2015 Ah Boys to Men 3: Frogmen Lobang's Mother Super Hit Similar →

Aileen Tan - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Aileen Tan?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Aileen Tan is "Ah Boys to Men 3: Frogmen" with a rating of 8.2/10.

How many movies has Aileen Tan acted in?

Aileen Tan has been featured in at least 5 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Aileen Tan?

Other notable films include "Long Long Time Ago", "I Want To Be Boss", and "Long Long Time Ago 2".

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