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Hong Kong film producer Nansun Shi dies, memorial

Overview

Veteran Hong Kong producer Nansun Shi, co‑founder of Film Workshop and former vice‑president of Media Asia, died on 13 July 2026 at age 75 after a bacterial infection caused multiple‑organ failure. Her career spanned landmark titles such as *A Chinese Ghost Story*, the *Infernal Affairs* trilogy, the *Hero* series and the *Detective Dee* franchise, earning a Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2025 Hong Kong Film Awards and the French Ordre des Arts et des Lettres.

A memorial service titled “Nansun An Ge ENCORE NANSUN” was held on 2 August 2026 in the Grand Ballroom of the Grand Hyatt Hong Kong. Approximately 500 friends, family and industry partners attended, including ex‑husband director Tsui Hark, who organised the event and presented a short tribute film. Actors Lin Qingxia, Chow Yun‑fat, Tony Leung Chiu‑wai, Carina Lau, Donnie Yen, Sammo Hung, Brigitte Lin, George Lam, Sally Yeh, Eric Tsang, Derek Tsang, Kenny Bee and many others paid respects. Heads of Cannes, Busan and Columbia Pictures delivered eulogies, underscoring Shi’s role in promoting Hong Kong cinema worldwide.

A commemorative website and online photo album were launched, showcasing rare images from Shi’s 75‑year life and career. The gathering and tributes highlighted her lasting influence on the Chinese‑language film industry and the deep personal bonds she forged across the region.

Entities

Zhang Aijia · Hong Jinbao · Chow Yun-fat · Tsui Hark · Chow Yun‑fat

Timeline

22 days ago

[CULTURE] 11 sources
Nansun Shi memorial gathers Hong Kong film legends
Nansun Shi’s memorial on 2 Aug 2026 at Hong Kong’s Grand Hyatt drew 500 guests, including Tsui Hark, Lin Qingxia and dozens of film stars, honoring her 75‑year legacy.
about 1 month ago

[CULTURE] 10 sources
Hong Kong film legend Nansun Shi dies at 75
Iconic Hong Kong producer Nansun Shi died at 75 on 13 July 2026 after health complications; she co‑founded Film Workshop, produced *Infernal Affairs*, and was mourned by leading actors.
about 2 months ago

[CULTURE] 3 sources
Hong Kong film producer Shi Nan Sheng hospitalized with serious illness
Hong Kong veteran film producer Shi Nan Sheng, 74, is hospitalized with a serious illness, prompting visits and well‑wishes from industry peers.

Sources

artportal.hu · dongeradeel.nl · epochtimes.com · h1.com.hk · hd.stheadline.com · kliinik.ee · madamefigaro.hk · mannheim-cheer.de · news.hkheadline.com.hk · nextapple.com.sg · nouvelles-du-monde.com · offshore-festival.fr · saintmichaels.org.uk · star.ettoday.net · stheadline.com · thatericalper.com · tw.nextapple.com

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