17 Facts About Jackie Chan You Probably Didn't Know
Feb 11, 2016 02:21
Think you know everything about Jackie Chan? Here are some 17 fun facts you didn't know. This guy might just be the real-life Internet-Chuck Norris. Check it out below:
1. Jackie Chan's son will not get his $130 million fortune. He said, "If he is capable, he can make his own money. If he is not, then he will just be wasting my money."
2. Jackie got the name Jackie while he was working as a construction worker in Canberra, Australia.
3. He is a classically trained vocalist and has released more than 20 albums in five languages.
4. He used to carry multiple guns and a grenade to protect himself and his other artists from the triads in the 1980s and 1990s.
5. No company will insure Jackie Chan or his team, so he pays it for himself and his stunt team.
6. It took 2900 separate takes to make one scene in Dragon Lord.
7. Jackie spent two days trying to push his bone back into his fist after a fight, but then found out it was the other guy's tooth.
8. He hates the Rush Hour series because he doesn't understand the American humor. He only made it because of money.
9. He speaks 7 languages: Cantonese, Mandarin, English, German, Korean, Japanese and Thai.
10. He is a staunch supporter of China's communist party and thinks Taiwanese democracy is the biggest joke in the world and believes Chinese citzens need to be "controlled" through censorship, otherwise they'll do whatever they want.
11. He holds the Guinness World Record for Most Stunts by a Living Actor.
12. Jackie's stunt fighters communicate with him by specific grunting noises.
13. He once jumped out of aplane and landed on top of a hot air balloon.
14. He began his career as a stuntman in Bruce Lee films.
15. He was awarded two Guinness World Records in 2012 for "Chinese Zodiac." One for "Most Stunts performed by a living actor" and another for "Most credits in one movie." He had 15.
16. Jackie's dad was a spy and his mom was an opium smuggler.
17. He has a permanent plastic plug in his skull due to an accident.
Luxury is not the same for everyone. No matter how high-end the facilities are, a standardised experience will cheapen your stay. South Tyrol's top hotels finally cracked this problem: different people need totally different things from holidays, so why pretend everyone wants identical experiences? The best wellness properties now split into distinct styles. Pick what actually matches your needs instead of accepting whatever standard package gets thrown at you. Here are some ideas to focus your holiday around. Read more
The process of Aadhaar seeding has become an important part of the financial infrastructure in India. It refers to the process of linking a 12-digit Aadhaar number to an individual’s account, mobile number or to government schemes. It is an excellent process as it helps attain access to subsidies and benefits. Understanding Aadhaar seeding status helps ensure that smoother access to regulated financial services is gained and that you comply with applicable guidelines. Read more
Real estate investment offers powerful wealth-building opportunities, but securing financing for rental properties requires different strategies than buying a primary residence. Understanding how investment property mortgages work in BC helps you navigate the requirements and access the capital needed to grow your portfolio. Read more