Chan Lap-Ban

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Characters played by Chan Lap-Ban

Knife's Mother — God of Gamblers (1989)

Family member referenced in backstory.

Medium — Hex (1980)

Spiritualist who communicates with the deceased or spirits.

Tai Fat's Mother — The Island (1985)

Tai Fat’s Mother is the brothers’ deceased mother, yet she is still treated as an authority within their family. The brothers’ unsettling family life and their focus on finding a woman to continue the lineage are presented in connection with her continuing influence.

Wu Ta's Great-Grandmother — The Reincarnation of Golden Lotus (1989)

An elder family member in the rural setting, representing the traditional household structure and social environment during Lotus's time at the May Seventh Cadre School.

Lei's Mother — The Red Panther (1983)

Lei's Mother strongly disapproves of his relationship with Margaret. She is later murdered during her morning exercise, a loss that devastates Lei and convinces him that the killer remains active.

Matchmaker — Hex vs. Witchcraft (1980)

Professional who arranges the protagonist's marriage to the ghost bride.

Fortune Teller — Hex After Hex (1982)

Mystical advisor offering predictions and warnings about supernatural threats.

old woman — The Criminals, Part 3: Arson (1977)

Elderly resident providing historical context or witnessing key neighborhood moments.

Frog's Wife — Dirty Tiger, Crazy Frog (1978)

Frog's Wife asks Tiger to bring back her runaway husband. Tiger initially refuses, then agrees after she offers to repay Frog's debts and pay him in gold. Her request sets Tiger on the path that brings him into contact with Frog and the struggle over the Invincible Armour.

Career Overview

Chan Lap-Ban has 132 screen credits in a career dating back to 1950. Their work spans 5 cinematic universes — most prominently Hex Collection with 3 titles. Signature works include Quake De Love, Below the Lion Rock: Wild Child, Seven Women: Meg Lam. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
female
Known Credits
132
Birth Date
1911-01-01
Birth Place
Bangkok, Thailand

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Universe traveler — spans 5 universes

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