Donnie Yen awarded with World Outstanding Chinese Award
11 Sep - Donnie Yen has recently been honoured with the World Outstanding Chinese Award by the Hong Kong-based World Chinese Business Investment Foundation.
The actor, who shared the good news on social media with a clip from the ceremony held on 8 September at the Wan Chai Convention Centre in Hong Kong, wrote, "It's my honour to receive the 18th Outstanding Chinese Award."
"I also hope to produce more outstanding works in the future so that more people can witness the power of Chinese film-makers," he added.
Aside from Donnie, other filmmakers who were awarded include Zhang Yimou, Zhang Guoli, and Kara Hui.
When asked if he would celebrate, Donnie said that making good movies and living every day well is a celebration.
When talking about the fact that he will be working with David Leitch to remake the popular American martial arts drama "Kung Fu", Donnie said that "Kung Fu" will begin filming, and he hopes to share the news with everyone soon.
(Photo Source: China Press)