Jackie Chan: Movies & Box Office

Jackie Chan, birth name Chan Kong-sang, is an internationally acclaimed Hong Kong actor, director, producer, martial artist, action choreographer, singer, stunt director, and stunt performer. Born on 7th April, 1954, he is highly esteemed for his slapstick acrobatic fighting style, comic timing, and innovative stunts. Prior to his rise in the film industry, he belonged to the Seven Little Fortunes at the China Drama Academy at the Peking Opera School, where he honed his acrobatics, martial arts, and acting skills. Over the course of his six-decade-long career, Chan has appeared in over 150 domestic and international movies. His breakthrough came with the 1978 kung fu action comedy film 'Snake in the Eagle's Shadow,' and he later starred in numerous box office successes such as 'Rumble in the Bronx', and the 'Rush Hour' film series. A multitalented persona, Chan is also known for his endeavours in music and philanthropy. Despite his global fame as an action star, Chan is known for his humility and good-natured acting style, making him an icon not just in the realm of cinema, but also as a beloved public figure worldwide.