AKA: Zou Wen Huai, Raymond Chow Man-Wai, Jau Man Waai, Zou Wenhuai
Nationality: Chinese
Birthdate: 00/00/1927
Birthplace: Hong Kong
Former manager of Shaw Brothers, the dominant force in Asian film production and distribution from the 1940s through the early 70s. Known as the "Hollywood of the East", the Shaw Empire went into decline following Chow's departure from the company in 1970 to form the rival Golden Harvest group. Chow turned to producing English-language films in 1977.
Raised in Shanghai, China
Worked as reporter for HONG KONG STANDARD
1960
Began work in film industry as publicist at Shaw Brothers Organization; remained ther for ten years
1970
Founded Golden Harvest; signed Bruce Lee
