Chao Hsin-yen was born in 1947 and grew up in Hong Kong, though she was a native of Shantung. After graduating from secondary school, she joined the 4th Southern Experimental Theatre Training Troupe. When the Troupe wound up in 1964, Chao signed a four-year acting contract with Shaw Brothers. Her first movie was the romantic comedy Hong Kong, Manila, Singapore. In 1968, Chao appeared in two martial arts movies, namely The
Golden Swallow
⭐ 6.2Hong Kong, Manila, Singapore
⭐ 0The Swordmates
⭐ 5.8The Assassin
⭐ 6.5Dragon Swamp
⭐ 6.4The Bells of Death
⭐ 6.7The Silver Fox
⭐ 6.8That Fiery Girl
⭐ 6.6Squadron 77
⭐ 0The Monkey Goes West
⭐ 6Princess Iron Fan
⭐ 5The Golden Buddha
⭐ 5The Iron Buddha
⭐ 5.8Hong Kong Nocturne
⭐ 5.6Operation Lipstick
⭐ 0The Enchanted Chamber
⭐ 0The Singing Escort
⭐ 0Nora Zain Ajen Wanita 001
⭐ 2The Joy of Spring
⭐ 0Song of Tomorrow
⭐ 0Come Drink with Me
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