Man Lai () was a Chinese actress from Hong Kong. Lai is credited with over 630 films.
Early life In 1916, Lai was born in Wuzhou, Guangxi, China.
Career In 1952, Lai started her acting career. Lai debuted as a mother in Bride a la Mode, a 1952 comedy film directed by Chiang Wai-Kwong. Lai is known for her role as a mother or an aunt. Lai's last film was The Iron Fisted Monk (), a 1977 martial arts film directed by Sammo Hung. Lai is credited with over 630 films.
Filmography Films This is a partial list of films. 1952 Bride a la Mode - Chi-Fung's mother 1953 Spring - 3rd Uncle's wife 1954 Autumn - Cheung 1955 Cold Nights () - General's wife(Limited access. Paid subscription required.)(Alternative title:It Was a Cold Winter Night) 1956 Madam Mei 1958 Marriage on the Rocks () - Ng's mother 1961 How to Get a Wife 1964 Pigeon Cage 1966 Spy with My Face - Chan's nurse maid 1967 A Gifted Scholar and a Beautiful Maid (aka Merry Maid) 1977 The Iron Fisted Monk () - Liang's mother
Personal life Lai's son is Lau Wing. On April 4, 1983, Lai died in Hong Kong.
See also Lai Cheuk-Cheuk
References
External links Lai Man at hkcinemagic.com Lai Man at hkmdb.com