Twenty years after iconic singer Teresa Teng died of an asthma attack, her fame is far from abating, and a biographical television series reportedly is in the works between Taiwan producers and those on the Chinese mainland.

The development was reported by Xinhua News Agency, which cited Teng Chang-fu, the singer's elder brother, who has been in charge of her estate. Hunan Satellite Television, a heavyweight in China's television market, will be involved, and product ion will begin late next year, Xin hua reported.

Teng, born and raised in Taiwan, never set foot on the mainland. However, her influence was acutely felt by those searching for a singing voice in the aftermath of the "cultural revolution" (1966-76). Her murmurs about and pinings for love were like a gale of fresh air, and singing had once more taken on the function of personal expression.