Personal Info
Birth date
1960-12-22 (64 Years)
Gender
Male
Known for
Acting
Place of birth
Hong Kong, British Crown Colony
Also known as
周華健
周华健
Emil Chau
Emil Chow
Chow Wah Kin
Zhou Hua Jian
Emil Chow Wah-Kin
Эмиль Чау
Emil Chau Wah-Kin
Emil Chau
Biography
Emil Chau Wah-Kin (Chinese: 周華健, born 22 December 1960), is a Hong Kong-born Taiwanese singer, songwriter and actor, popular throughout Taiwan, Hong Kong, Mainland China, and parts of Southeast Asia (Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Vietnam). As of August 2007, he has released more than 40 albums.
Filmography
Golden Horse Awards
NYR
Overview:
The Taipei Golden Horse Film Festival and Awards (Chinese: 台北金馬影展; pinyin: Táiběi Jīnmǎ Yǐngzhǎn; Pe̍h-ōe-jī: Tâi-pak Kim-má iáⁿ-tián) is a film festival and awards ceremony held annually in Taiwan. It was founded in 1962 by the Government Information Office of the Republic of China (ROC) in Taiwan. The awards ceremony is usually held in November or December in Taipei, although the event has also been held in other locations in Taiwan in recent timesHua Mulan
6.5
Overview:
A young girl, Hua Mulan decides to pretend to be a man in order to stop her sickly old father from being called up for the army. She fools everyone but ends up with more than she bargained for when she falls for one of the young generals Li LeungOur Glamorous Time
8
Overview:
Li Zhicheng, a former soldier with no business experience, is unexpectedly appointed CEO of his family’s struggling company. He crosses paths with Lin Qian, a determined and capable young professional facing setbacks in her startup journey. As they join forces, Lin Qian’s expertise and Li Zhicheng’s sharp instincts spark a powerful partnership—one that not only revives Ai Da’s fortunes but also leads them on a journey of ambition, resilience, and unexpected romance.The Next Big Thing
NYR
Overview:
"The Next Big Thing" is a high-quality music live program produced exclusively by Street Voice, a leading domestic original music brand, and broadcasted on Tencent Video. It encompasses a reality show segment that explores the creative narratives of original musicians and showcases exhilarating live performances at LiveHouse venues. The program aims to promote the original works of trendy musicians in genres such as folk, hip-hop, and rock.Who Am I?
7.1
Overview:
A group of covert CIA operatives trailing a potential new energy source are double-crossed by corrupt agent Morgan, who causes a helicopter crash in remote South Africa. The sole survivor, suffering severe amnesia, is nursed to recovery by a kindly native tribe who call him "Whoami" after the question he keeps asking. With the help of a mysterious reporter Christine, Whoami pieces together his past and tracks the turncoat agent and his criminal cohorts.Mr. Nice Guy
6.5
Overview:
A Chinese chef accidentally gets involved with a news reporter who filmed a drug bust that went awry and is now being chased by gangs who are trying to get the video tape.Rumble in the Bronx
6.8
Overview:
Keong comes from Hong Kong to visit New York for his uncle's wedding. His uncle runs a market in the Bronx and Keong offers to help out while Uncle is on his honeymoon. During his stay in the Bronx, Keong befriends a neighbor kid and beats up some neighborhood thugs who cause problems at the market. One of those petty thugs in the local gang stumbles into a criminal situation way over his head.Gorgeous
6.4
Overview:
When Ah Bu, a girl from a small fishing town in Taiwan, finds a glass bottle with a romantic message, she travels to Hong Kong to find her prince charming. As it turns out, her prince charming, Albert, happens to be gay. But all is not lost when Ah Bu meets the dashing Chi Wu. Meanwhile, Ah Bu's boyfriend from Taiwan comes looking for her, as the action and romance follow Ah Bu back to Taiwan.Jackie Chan: My Story
6.2
Overview:
Jackie Chan is one of the world's biggest action stars, famed for his wacky sense of humor, remarkable martial arts techniques, and willingness to perform incredible stunts without the use of doubles -- or a net. This video takes a personal look at Chan as he works on screen projects in Hollywood and Beijing and candidly discusses his life and work.Cats
6.6
Overview:
A cat named Blanket lives in the city with his son, Cape. One day, Cape decides to leave home and embarks on an adventure to find the legendary cat's paradise. To find his son, Blanket must overcome his fear and reconcile with his past.Supercop 2
5.7
Overview:
As a crime wave sweeps through Hong Kong, the police call Jessica Yang, a rising star in the ranks, to help stop a notorious gang of thieves! What Jessica doesn't realize is that her boyfriend – recently discharged from the force – is the leader of this ruthless crime ring!All's Well, Ends Well '97
6.2
Overview:
Old Mr. Lo has three sons and the youngest one Lo Kung is his favorite. However, Kung does nothing but fool around all day long. Old Mr. Lo is very annoyed about this. The relationship between father and son is thus affected. So on Kung's birthday, his two brothers decide to play a joke on him. They trick him into believing he has won the lottery. Kung is so happy that he spends a tremendous amount of money. When he realizes he is in huge debt, he pretends to go insane and the whole family believes him.Purple Storm
5.8
Overview:
Khmer Rouge terrorist Kieron Chow and his unit arrive in Hong Kong for their latest mission. Todd, Chow's son and fiercely loyal right-hand man, sustains a serious head wound. Now a total amnesiac, Todd wakes from a coma to find he's been given a new life, one that may be the death of him. With the help of psychiatrist Shirley Kwan, anti-terrorist officer Mark Chan tries to convince Todd that he is actually an undercover cop sent to infiltrate Chow's group. As fragments of his shattered memory return, Todd is forced to choose between his dark past and this one shot at redemptionHomerun
6.9
Overview:
A remake of the award-winning Iranian film Children of Heaven, Homerun is a drama about two poor siblings and their adventures over a lost pair of shoes.The Game They Call Sex
6
Overview:
The whole story revolves around a woman from marriage, marriage to divorce encounter sexual problems as the main axis, reflecting the Taiwan society in this regard subjective and objective taboos. The first paragraph of the description of the actress Xiao Xiaomin arranged with the parents of the scholar if strong engagement after the agreement with the high school students often travel, and finally cancel the engagement. The second paragraph to write her marriage in order to fight for a wounded into her young Wu Dawei testify to her husband's misunderstanding, but also the end of the divorce. The third paragraph to write her commitment to kindergarten education work to recognize the disabled young boy odd, she did not dare to face the problem of love, but the other's cheerful outlook touched her.Who's the Woman, Who's the Man?
5.594
Overview:
Music producer Sam and his cross-dressing protege Wing have finally professed their love for another, but now what?Faithfully Yours
NYR
Overview:
Baau Wing Cheung juggles his career as a voice actor in HK with his wife Kitty's desire to emigrate to Canada. Things heat up however, when he starts working closely with his new boss Dang Ling.Acting
TBA周华健96 香港弦全演唱会 as Unknown
TBA今夜阳光灿烂 周华健光采'93亚洲巡回演唱会全记录 as Unknown
2024You're Here Anyway as Unknown
2023江苏卫视2024跨年演唱会 as Unknown
2022周华健朋友2022中秋线上演唱会 as Unknown
2021周华健少年侠客2021台北演唱会 as Unknown
2019江苏卫视2020跨年演唱会 as Unknown
2019Singing With Legends (12 Episodes) as Self
2018江苏卫视2019跨年演唱会 as Unknown
2018Cats as 弹琴猫 (voice)
2016周华健2016“今天唱什么·华健30心头好”台北小巨蛋特别版演唱会 as 主角
2016鲁豫有约一日行 (1 Episode) as Unknown
2016The Next Big Thing (1 Episode) as Unknown
2016Hidden Singer (2 Episodes) as Self - Singer
2015Impossible Challenge (11 Episodes) as Unknown
2015周华健今天唱什么2015台北演唱会 as Unknown
2014Sing My Song (22 Episodes) as Self
2013Singer (1 Episode) as Self
2012Voice (1 Episode) as Unknown
2012Sing! China (13 Episodes) as Self - Mentor
2011縱貫線 SuperBand Live in Taipei / 出發.終點站 as Unknown
2010Happy Paradise Rock Records 30th Anniversary Live In Taipei as Self
2010SuperBand 2009 Live In Taipei Final Stop as Unknown
2009纵贯线 Live In Taipei 出发 as Unknown
2009Club Sparkle (1 Episode) as Unknown
2003Homerun as Unknown
2001Headlines as Sorrow Chan
2001Hong Kong Superstars as Self
1999Purple Storm as Supt. Ma Li
1999Spicy Love Soup as Neighbor
1999Gorgeous as L.W. Lo
1998Jackie Chan: My Story as (archive footage) (uncredited)
1997Walk In as Mr. Chow
1997All's Well, Ends Well '97 as Long
1997Mr. Nice Guy as Ice Cream Vendor
1996Who's the Woman, Who's the Man? as Himself
1995Faithfully Yours as Baau Wing Cheung
1995I Want to Go on Living as Unknown
1995Just Married as Kong Chi Wa
1995Rumble in the Bronx as Ice Cream Salesman
1994Right Here Waiting... as Alex Chow Chi Fai
1993Supercop 2 as Inspector Lee Ming
1988My Mother's Teahouse as Unknown
1987The Game They Call Sex as Unknown
1987Osmanthus Alley as Unknown
1962Golden Horse Awards (1 Episode) as Host
Sound
2018Our Glamorous Time (50 Episodes) ... Vocals
2016Rock Records in Love (1 Episode) ... Theme Song Performance
2009纵贯线 Live In Taipei 出发 ... Music
1999Hua Mulan (48 Episodes) ... Theme Song Performance
1998Who Am I? ... Theme Song Performance, Main Title Theme Composer
1993Supercop 2 ... Theme Song Performance, Main Title Theme Composer