Jackie Chan reassured followers he’s wholesome as will be in a current Instagram publish, explaining that he presently seems a lot older than he’s due to his position in an upcoming film.
“Not so way back, a variety of mates noticed some current photographs of me on the web, they usually have been all involved about my well being,” Chan, who turned 70 on Monday, wrote. “I need to take this chance to let everybody know, don’t fear! It’s only a character look for my newest film. The character requires me to have white hair, white beard and look outdated.”
Chan’s publish additionally included a mirrored image on his platinum birthday, together with a collection of throwback photographs of his illustrious profession. “Even earlier than right this moment, many mates have been reminding me: ‘Jackie, it’s going to be your seventieth birthday!’ Each time I hear this quantity, my coronary heart would cease for a second — l’m 70 years outdated already?” he wrote. “After recovering from the shock, the second factor that might come to my thoughts is a saying that my huge brother, Sammo Hung as soon as stated: ‘with the ability to develop outdated is a lucky factor.’ Particularly for us stunt folks, we don’t understand how fortunate we’re to have the ability to develop outdated.”
His message concluded, “A giant thanks to everybody for all of your birthday needs. Hope everybody stays pleased and wholesome!”
Chan didn’t element what position might need required him to age up, although he’s presently set to look within the subsequent Karate Child installment, set to hit theaters in December. Each Chan and Ralph Macchio will reprise their roles from the beloved 1984 movie.