Sichuan earthquake
Famous film actor Jackie Chan has said the people of China were resilient and would soon recover from the tragedy of Sichuan earthquake and his next movie will focus on the human side of the natural disaster.
Addressing a press conference at the Foreign Press Association on Friday, the 54-year-old Hong Kong-based actor spoke about the upcoming Olympics in Beijing and said this would be a successful event.
Chan is one of the best known names in kung fu and action films world wide, known for his acrobatic fighting style, comic timing, use of improvised weapons and innovative stunts. He has acted since the 1970’s appearing in over 100 films.
He slammed those who caused trouble during the relay of the Olympic torch in Europe and said the Olympics belong to the whole world and not just only to China.
“The Olympics is just about bringing the people of the world together in the spirit of friendship and comrade and politics be kept away from it.”
He ran the Olympic torch relay in Sanya, South China. After his run, he led a lion dance and performed a moving rendition of Olympic theme song “We are ready.”
Described variously as an actor, action choreographer, film director, producer, martial artist, comedian, screenwriter, singer and stunt performer, Chan spoke about his anguish at the Sichuan earthquake.
He spoke of his visit to China following the quake and renewed his help to rebuild the many schools that have been destroyed. Chan, who has a large following in Pakistan as well because of the popularity of his movies, said his charity has donated US $ 1.4 million to the earthquake victim.
Jackie who was in Beijing filming a public service announcement for anti-piracy when the quake occurred, immediately began co-ordinating the donation. He appreciated the response of the international community in providing the humanitarian aid.
His latest movie Forbidden Kingdom topped the American office on its opening weekend with US $ 21 million in ticket sales. The movie is set for release in UK on July 9.
He also attended the 61st annual Cannes film festival to promote ‘Wushu’ a film which he produced. Chan said he is holding meeting with some leading producers for his next project which will centre around the tragedy of Sichuan earthquake.
“There are lots of human interest stories emanating from this quake and I am interested in producing a movie for charity purpose,” he told the reporters.
Chan said his charity has also donated funds for the cyclone hit victims of Burma. On the question of piracy, he said it was hurting the film industry and there was a need to further tighten measures
Addressing a press conference at the Foreign Press Association on Friday, the 54-year-old Hong Kong-based actor spoke about the upcoming Olympics in Beijing and said this would be a successful event.
Chan is one of the best known names in kung fu and action films world wide, known for his acrobatic fighting style, comic timing, use of improvised weapons and innovative stunts. He has acted since the 1970’s appearing in over 100 films.
He slammed those who caused trouble during the relay of the Olympic torch in Europe and said the Olympics belong to the whole world and not just only to China.
“The Olympics is just about bringing the people of the world together in the spirit of friendship and comrade and politics be kept away from it.”
He ran the Olympic torch relay in Sanya, South China. After his run, he led a lion dance and performed a moving rendition of Olympic theme song “We are ready.”
Described variously as an actor, action choreographer, film director, producer, martial artist, comedian, screenwriter, singer and stunt performer, Chan spoke about his anguish at the Sichuan earthquake.
He spoke of his visit to China following the quake and renewed his help to rebuild the many schools that have been destroyed. Chan, who has a large following in Pakistan as well because of the popularity of his movies, said his charity has donated US $ 1.4 million to the earthquake victim.
Jackie who was in Beijing filming a public service announcement for anti-piracy when the quake occurred, immediately began co-ordinating the donation. He appreciated the response of the international community in providing the humanitarian aid.
His latest movie Forbidden Kingdom topped the American office on its opening weekend with US $ 21 million in ticket sales. The movie is set for release in UK on July 9.
He also attended the 61st annual Cannes film festival to promote ‘Wushu’ a film which he produced. Chan said he is holding meeting with some leading producers for his next project which will centre around the tragedy of Sichuan earthquake.
“There are lots of human interest stories emanating from this quake and I am interested in producing a movie for charity purpose,” he told the reporters.
Chan said his charity has also donated funds for the cyclone hit victims of Burma. On the question of piracy, he said it was hurting the film industry and there was a need to further tighten measures
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