Entertainment Center/Reported by Tang Jiaxing
▲Whenever there is a report regarding Jackie Chan, who is 70 years old, most of the comments from netizens are negative. (Photo/Reproduced from Weibo)
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Jackie Chan, who is already 70 years old, recently released his new film, “Legend,” in China. Due to plot requirements, the crew used AI technology to digitally rejuvenate Jackie Chan to his 27-year-old appearance. However, netizens criticized that his “rejuvenated” face looked like rubber and his expression was very stiff. As everyone knows, Jackie Chan is an important figure following Bruce Lee who brought Chinese films to the international stage. He should be loved by many people. However, now whenever there is a report regarding Jackie Chan, the comments from netizens will definitely be insults, ridicule, sarcasm, and mockery. Why is this?
▲Jackie Chan’s “rejuvenated” face looks like rubber, and he was mercilessly criticized by netizens. (Photo/Reproduced from Weibo)
Jackie Chan’s transformation from a Kung Fu superstar to a controversial figure is a complex and multifaceted process. His achievements cannot be erased, but his personal behavior has also brought him a lot of negative comments. Looking at Jackie Chan’s acting career, why do more and more people dislike him? Many people in the industry believe that it is closely related to these four things.
1. He made a “mistake that every man would make”: Jackie Chan’s most criticized affair with Wu Qili should be; Jackie Chan chose to give up Wu Qili, but Wu Qili did not admit defeat. Not only did she keep pressing Jackie Chan, she also insisted on giving birth to a daughter and named her Wu Zhuolin. However, until now, Jackie Chan has not publicly acknowledged Wu Zhuolin. As for his biological daughter, he has never acknowledged her and publicly stated that he would leave all his property to his wife and son. Since the Wu Qili incident was exposed, Jackie Chan’s reputation has plummeted. Later, not recognizing his daughter made him bear the infamy of being cold-blooded and ruthless. This should be the main reason why Jackie Chan is hated by everyone.
2. His son Jaycee Chan took drugs and was accused of not fulfilling his father’s responsibilities: On August 18, 2014, Ko Chen-tung and Jaycee Chan were arrested by Beijing police on suspicion of taking drugs. The police found more than 100 grams of marijuana in their residence. Jaycee Chan was detained on suspicion of harboring others to take drugs. It was also revealed that Jaycee Chan had an 8-year history of drug abuse. Because of his son’s drug abuse, the media later revealed that Jackie Chan had neglected his son’s education since he was a child, causing his son to go astray step by step. It is said that Jackie Chan had long concealed his marital status with Lin Fengjiao. Lin Fengjiao asked Jaycee Chan to keep the secret and not tell anyone that his father was Jackie Chan. In the ten years from 2004 to 2014, Jaycee Chan only had one meal with his parents. Jaycee Chan lacked fatherly love since he was a child. Growing up in such a family, coupled with his mother’s pampering, how good might his life be?
▲ After Ko Chen-tung and Jaycee Chan were arrested by the police for suspected drug use in 2014, their acting careers plummeted. (Photo/Reproduced from Weibo)
3. Continue to make movies following promoting the “last movie”: Since the promotion of “Chinese Zodiac” in 2012, it has been said that this is Jackie Chan’s last action movie. However, in the following years, Jackie Chan’s action movies such as “The Forbidden Kingdom”, “Kung Fu Yoga”, “Beyond the Storm”, and “Railroad Tigers” have continued to be filmed and released, which made many people feel deceived. However, when talking regarding this matter, Jackie Chan is also very wronged. In fact, Jackie Chan said in the promotion of “Chinese Zodiac” at the beginning that this movie was made too desperately, and this was his “last desperate movie” that he would not do this once more in the future. From the semantics, it can be understood that Jackie Chan feels that he is old and there is no need to make such action movies in the future. However, some media spread the claim of “the last action movie” for traffic.
4. Movies are getting worse and worse: Looking carefully at the reviews of Jackie Chan’s movies in recent years, the reviews are not very good. There are many comments such as the action is not good, he is not up to the task, he is too old, etc. In fact, Jackie Chan’s movies in recent years are indeed not as good as before, and the trend is declining year by year. It is obviously impossible for Jackie Chan to return to the glory of the past.
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Why Does Jackie Chan Receive So Much Criticism Now?
Jackie Chan, the 70-year-old martial arts icon, recently saw his new movie “Legend” released in China. The film employed AI technology to rejuvenate Chan to his 27-year-old appearance, a decision that sparked a wave of criticism online. Netizens pointed out the artificial look of his “rejuvenated” face, highlighting the stiffness of his expressions. This negative feedback from audiences is not a new phenomenon. Sadly, whenever a story regarding Jackie Chan emerges, it’s met with insults, mockery, and ridicule. What explains this shift in public perception of a man who once captivated the world with his action-packed films and charming persona?
Jackie Chan’s transformation from beloved Kung Fu superstar to a figure drawing controversy is a complex narrative. While his contributions to the world of cinema cannot be denied, certain aspects of his personal life have unfortunately overshadowed his accomplishments. Diving deeper into Jackie Chan’s acting career, it’s clear that the public’s disfavor stems from several issues.
Four Crucial Points That Contribute to the Criticism
The following four factors are considered to be the most significant in explaining the decline in Jackie Chan’s public image.
1. The Wu Qili Affair
Jackie Chan’s most criticized scandal involves his affair with actress Wu Qili. Despite admitting his mistake, Chan chose to abandon Wu Qili, who remained resolute. She persisted in her pursuit of Chan and ultimately gave birth to their daughter, Wu Zhuolin. To this day, Jackie Chan has never publicly acknowledged Wu Zhuolin or offered her any recognition. In a poignant act of rejection, he stated that all his assets would be left to his wife and son. The Wu Qili affair, combined with his refusal to acknowledge his daughter, has led to accusations of cold-heartedness and ruthlessness, severely impacting Chan’s public image.
2. Jaycee Chan’s Drug Abuse
In 2014, Jackie Chan’s son, Jaycee Chan, and Taiwanese actor Ko Chen-tung, were arrested for drug use. The police discovered more than 100 grams of marijuana in their residence, leading to Jaycee Chan’s detention for harboring others to take drugs. It was revealed that Jaycee Chan had a history of drug abuse dating back eight years. The incident sparked controversy and fueled accusations that Jackie Chan neglected his son’s upbringing, contributing to his downward spiral. Speculation arose that Jackie Chan had concealed his marital status from Jaycee Chan for years, resulting in a strained parent-child relationship. Jaycee Chan’s upbringing, marked by a lack of fatherly love and excessive pampering from his mother, served as further fuel for criticism of Jackie Chan’s parenting.
3. The “Last Movie” Controversy
After promoting his 2012 film “Chinese Zodiac,” Jackie Chan declared it his “last action movie.” However, in the years that followed, he continued to star in action-heavy films like “The Forbidden Kingdom,” “Kung Fu Yoga,” “Beyond the Storm,” and “Railroad Tigers.” This created a sense of deception among audiences, who felt misled by his initial statement. While Jackie Chan insists that he meant he would no longer perform such physically demanding stunts, the media took his statement as a definitive retirement from action films, exacerbating the public’s frustration.
4. Diminishing Film Quality
A critical assessment of Jackie Chan’s recent filmography reveals a decline in quality. Reviews frequently mention the lackluster action sequences, a sense that he is no longer physically up to the task, and the overall aging of his performance. It’s undeniable that Jackie Chan’s films are not the same as they were in their heyday, and the public has noticed this. The inevitable decline in his physical abilities and the difficulty in replicating his former glory contribute to the negative perception of his recent work.
These four factors have worked together to create a negative narrative surrounding Jackie Chan. The scandals, the perceived negligence towards his son, the broken promises regarding his retirement, and the decline in his film quality have all combined to make it difficult for the public to continue to view him in the same light they once did. While his previous achievements cannot be erased, these issues have unfortunately cast a shadow over his legacy, leading to a less forgiving audience.
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