“Audience Loves to See Me”: Despite Suffering Life-Threatening Injuries, Jackie Chan’s Hunger for Bold Moves Made Him a Cut Above the Rest, Revealed in 2017

Published 12/17/2022, 5:45 PM EST

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Jackie Chan is among the few actors who are famous for performing their stunts on their own. Tom Cruise, Arnold Schwarzenegger, and Jason Statham are a few of the other celebrities famous for the same. While these actors prefer performing their stunts, they often encounter life-threatening situations while doing so.

On that note, Jackie Chan was once asked why he chose to carry out the stunts all by himself when he was aware of the risks involved. The legendary action-comedy actor had a simple reply to the question.

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In 2017, International star, Jackie Chan, appeared in an interview with WebMD. Here, he was asked several questions based on a wide range of topics. These topics stretched from his personal to his professional life, covering his career choices and how they have impacted him.

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Among the several questions, Chan was asked why he preferred to perform his own stunts. The star proudly said that it gave him an edge and set him apart from the rest. He said, “Because this is what makes me Jackie Chan. This is why I’m so different and unique.”

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He further added that the audience also loves to watch him in action when they know he is the one doing it. Chan said, “The audience loves to see me do my own stunts. And I can do my fight sequences in one shot, without having to edit them.” The way he values the opinions of his fans explains why he is so loved by them.

How does Chan protect himself from probable dangers?

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It is clear from the artist’s statement that he has no qualms about performing his stunts. Therefore, the next big question that arises is, how does he defend himself from unforeseen dangers? Clearing all the doubts, Chan explained how he avoids encountering life-threatening situations.

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Chan revealed that it was the result of the sheer trust he had in his team and the countless practices they undergo before acting out a scene. He said, “I have my Jackie Chan Stunt Team to protect me. We plan and practice and make sure we are all comfortable with the stunts or fight sequences.”

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Well, the amount of trust the superstar has in his team to entrust them with his life is commendable. Let us know your views on Jackie Chan’s thought process.

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Aaradhana Singh

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Aaradhana Singh is a US Sports writer for EssentiallySports. The holder of a Diploma in Journalism and Mass Communication, Aaradhana has previously worked as an editor/writer with Asiana Times for the better part of a year. A sports person at heart with a curious mind, Aaradhana is someone who is always up for fun and adventure.
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