Donnie Yen is an inspirational story of a tender and tough guy.

Donnie Yen (Donnie Yen) was born on July 27, 1963 in Yuexiu District, Guangzhou City, Guangdong Province. He is an actor and director from Hong Kong, China. Martial Arts Instruction. Below is the inspiring story of Donnie Yen, a tender and tough guy, that I compiled for everyone for your reference. I hope it can help friends in need.

The day before the interview, I chatted with Donnie Yen’s manager on MSN. She told an interesting story: “Last night when we were shopping with him in Times Square, a man He came over and said to Donnie Yen, Sir, I think you look like Donnie Yen... At that time, a group of us laughed and no one said anything. Donnie Yen suppressed his laughter and said, right? Many people said this. Coincidentally, my surname is also Zhen..."

This joke makes people laugh and then guess that Donnie Yen is a humorous man and not too serious.

Using Google to search for his past interviews, I found that when he was a guest in an online chat room, a fan asked him to demonstrate a martial arts action live. He flatly refused: "No, if every fan's I agree to all the requirements, and I will be exhausted." This short clip makes people feel that Donnie Yen is a very individual person, a little stubborn.

Clicking on the reports about him, I found that the media was overwhelmingly promoting his chivalrous tenderness towards his wife and his overwhelming love for his daughter. This reminded people that he was a man who knew how to be romantic and loved his wife and children. man.

Humor? stubborn? Or romantic? All doubts were revealed the moment they met Donnie Yen.

A little over 1.70 meters tall. Thin, but with strong muscles. His eyes are bright and lively, he speaks with a serious smile, and is serious but professional. This was the first impression he gave when he walked into the coffee shop.

Next, Donnie Yen quickly revealed his individual and tough-guy side. He is indeed a "perfectionist" as defined by himself. During the shooting, he commented on the clothing and outfits very carefully. For better results, he specially sent his assistant to take a taxi back to the hotel and fetched his private clothes; he put forward his own unique opinions on the lighting and styling of the shooting; during the interview, he talked about career issues, and his eyes That will make you look particularly impressive. All this, in his words - "I am not a perfect person, but I try my best to pursue perfect results." This unique Zhen style is really impressive.

A few days before the interview, Donnie Yen had just flown back from London. The 8-hour time difference had not been adjusted, which made him sleepless all night, and he could not hide the tiredness on his face. That day was also slightly later than the agreed time by an hour. During the conversation, Donnie Yen presented a lively image of a tough guy on the screen. There was no inflection in his voice and little change in his expression. You couldn't even tell what issue he was "cold" about, but he would look directly into your eyes. This should be it. Expertise forged over many years.

Speedy Love·10 Days Booking for Life

Sitting in a quiet corner of the coffee shop, Donnie Yen’s whole body was relaxed, perhaps because he had been catching up on various announcements for many days. , sitting idle at this moment may be very precious. Since the media is overwhelmingly talking about his love, our topic will start from there.

Donnie Yen admitted frankly that he had been married, divorced, and experienced a failed marriage. He hoped that he could have an ordinary and simple love, but God gave him two loves.

After breaking free from the shackles of his first marriage, he never expected to step onto the red carpet again. "Divorce makes me feel very tired. Sometimes I ask myself whether I want to walk the next road alone. But when fate comes, it is really difficult for you to say no."

Donnie Yen and his current wife His love history is exactly the kind of "quick love" that frequently appears in fashion magazines. When he was heartbroken, he met her, like a gentle breeze ruffling a pool of spring water. They only knew each other for 10 days, and they quickly got engaged.

His wife was working as a model in Hong Kong, and a chance encounter in Los Angeles caused the two parallel lines to intersect. The moment they met, their eyes met, Donnie Yen's strongest reaction was that this girl is connected to his heart. She is young and mature, has a unique taste in life, and has something that attracts him very much. The two of them will be dramatic. The same weird idea came to mind.

“I also know many beauties, but she is the only one who can make me attracted. Our topics and interests all seem to be on the same track. Therefore, we quickly identified each other as our other. Half." It seems that this is the legendary love at first sight and mutual love.

This marriage, which was a combination of too many coincidences, made Donnie Yen cherish it very much. In a world belonging to two people, he fully demonstrated an image that was completely different from the tough guy on the screen. He had his own chivalrous character. Tenderness, he will never forget on every important festival, because this is the best time for a man to express his love to his wife. No matter where he is in the world, he will convey his love. If he cannot send himself to his wife, he will at least have gifts and flowers.

Moreover, he will spend a lot of time thinking about what gifts to give. He hopes to give his wife a different surprise every time. Life requires innovation.

The year when his wife married him, she was the most graceful 22 years old for a woman. After the marriage, she gave birth to a daughter for him soon after. Donnie Yen has always devoutly believed that it is great luck to marry a wife. This beauty pageant champion has a rare peace of mind. He has no nostalgia for the entertainment industry and is willing to stay with the man he loves and be a good wife and mother. Living a quiet behind-the-scenes life.

"This is my blessing, and I am grateful to her throughout my life." If one day your wife gets older, will you fall in love with other beauties? Faced with this question, Donnie Yen took a breath, moved his body obviously, and put on a 37% profile, as if making a brief speech: "Everyone will grow old. It is impossible to stop it. When you stay together for the rest of your life, you will accumulate deep feelings. When you both get older, you will no longer pursue purely superficial things. It's too vain." He defended seriously, as if he was thousands of years away. Wanli, I want my wife to hear this eternal vow.

Family·Enjoy a comfortable life

Leaving the dazzling screen, in private, Donnie Yen is immersed in a casual and low-key life, paying attention to mood and quality, enjoying delicious food in the company of his family , drink a small glass of red wine, this is a comfortable life in his eyes.

After marrying my wife, my daughter quickly became the "third party", injecting fresh air into the whole family. The home no longer meant a brick house, but became warm and welcoming. "She is my greatest happiness. When I think of her when I am unhappy, I feel very warm in my heart." Donnie Yen sunk his body into the camel velvet sofa, holding the coffee he bought specially from Starbucks, and gently twirled his arms. body, supporting his head with his hands, a faint smile on the corner of his mouth, but the outline of his face is still tough. Perhaps when facing outsiders, his true nature is to be serious and unsmiling, and tenderness is exclusive to the family. "Private property" should be in response to his own words

: "I am a person who is very devoted to love, and family has an inviolable position in my heart."

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For such a man who puts his wife first, he will naturally try his best to create a happy family. When he is away from the public eye, he will leave all his time to his wife. The whole family excitedly drives to various newly opened restaurants to eat. If we are in Hong Kong, our "home base", my wife will often visit the studio and enthusiastically discuss with him where to eat delicious food in the evening. She will even plan the next day's meal on the spot. Activity.

"When both parties enjoy the fun of life, you will find that the relationship between the family is very close." Donnie Yen does not have a rich look when he speaks, but his eyes are very focused. He will use The simplest and clearest words, no redundant modifiers, just like his clean and neat work; if it is expressed clearly, it is OK.

Daughter, the source of all happiness

Daughter makes Donnie Yen cherish ordinary life even more: "I am not keen on socializing. When I don't need to work, I play with my daughter. This is the greatest relaxation. My daughter is over one year old and occupies the absolute "leadership" position in the family. When you have a child, you will find that she is involved in all your joys and sorrows. Wherever she appears, you will see her. When you follow her around, you will feel that you are needed. It is this state that makes me enjoy being a father."

While speaking, Donnie Yen was holding the coffee shop owner's puppy. , sitting in front of the bright floor-to-ceiling windows, in Guangzhou in July, the hot sunshine is silently projected through the dappled branches and leaves on the roadside. He held the well-behaved puppy in his arms, fearing that it would break away from his arms, and kept gently touching the dog's chin with his fingers, his eyes focused and delicate. This scene is easily reminiscent of him enjoying himself at home.

However, as an artist, Donnie Yen is too busy with his work and travels between the Eastern and Western Hemispheres for a long time. It is difficult to share every bit of joy in his daughter's growth. It is said that his daughter once suspected that her father was not real.

On one side is the job you love, and on the other is your beloved family. Standing at a midpoint, balancing and adjusting the scale at any time, this is a true portrayal of the life of an artist.

“I think the best way to communicate feelings in a family is through your own children. Many times, couples will have many differences, but all disputes will soften after you see the children. You will feel that nothing is important. You are living together so that your daughter can have a better life in the future." This sentence expresses all the love a father has for his daughter.

When it comes to his daughter, he has endless topics to talk about. "My daughter is very calm and generous in front of others. She doesn't have stage fright. When she sees someone she likes, she will raise her little hand, say hello and blow a kiss to them. She is like a born actor. This makes us very surprised." His daughter is also taller than others. She is only over one year old and has to wear two-year-old clothes.

Sprint·Break into Hollywood

When he was struggling in Hollywood, Donnie Yen felt that the film career was not just a job, but something to be proud of. He was working as an action director for Western blockbusters. At that time, I discovered that many Westerners practice Kung Fu, which is as popular as fitness activities and is a fashion trend.

In China, where Kung Fu originated, no one practices Kung Fu. They think it is played by people from the Shaolin Temple. This is the difference between Chinese and Western approaches to Kung Fu culture.

"In the past few years, Chinese action films have clearly influenced foreign films. Hollywood action films all have shadows of Chinese action films. I hope to make more oriental-style films." Donnie Yen The Kung Fu movies that I love so much should be very realistic.

When evaluating Western movies, he believes that the biggest difference is the large amount of funds and wide network resources. "Actually, there are many talented actors in China, but Western actors are more professional than Eastern actors." This is another gap between China and the West that he discovered when he entered Hollywood.

When asked what Hollywood reviews of him are most memorable to him, Donnie Yen seemed very confident, "At this stage, I no longer need to care too much about other people's reviews. It doesn't matter. I just hope that I can make more progress and do better." In Donnie Yen's eyes, he is engaged in artistic creation and needs great confidence to innovate.

Someone asked Donnie Yen if he came to the mainland to film movies to play the real protagonist. This question may have embarrassed him before "Seven Swords", but with the momentum of this movie sweeping the land of China, Donnie Yen did not No more need to avoid. "I can still make a world-class blockbuster without living in Los Angeles. I don't have to leave my hometown to explore the market like a few years ago. Now I go to Inner Mongolia to make a film and still win awards in Hollywood. Chinese movies are always moving forward because Our status has improved."

"I live a very healthy life, I don't smoke, I drink red wine at most, and I spend 45 minutes practicing kung fu every day to maintain a good physique." This is what Donnie Yen said. Heading to Hollywood in top form.

Kung Fu·The most precious thing in Chinese movies

Donnie Yen’s mother runs a martial arts gym, and he has suffered a lot since he was a child practicing martial arts. These trivial memories have faded away in his heart. When he was a child, he never thought that he would continue his mother's career and join the logistics department of the entertainment industry. He found that making movies was the best way to inherit martial arts; it would allow more people to appreciate it. The charm of martial arts is much greater than opening a gym and recruiting disciples.

“I hope to play more roles that few people have done before. I like to be trendy and classic. I think action movies are the most precious among our Chinese movies. Unfortunately, there have not been many in recent years. A good successor. As a behind-the-scenes director and action director, I want to make more meaningful films and bring good influence to society."

When Donnie Yen made his debut 20 years ago, he was very happy. He corrected it seriously and said, "It's 22 years." During this period, he gained a lot. Looking back on this journey, one thing he often says is "If I didn't make movies, I really don't know what I would do." Movies have become a coordinate in his life, and the meaning of life is to make parabolic movements on this coordinate map.

Donnie Yen has no denying that martial arts directors have a great attraction for him. This is something he has admitted to the media countless times. He is obsessed with the excitement and fun of being a director, just like building blocks. First, draw the drawings, then build them brick by brick, and watch the "high buildings rise from the ground." "Being an actor is just a personal expression, just shouldering a role, while directing is an overall creation. It is very fulfilling and full of infinite surprises and challenges." Donnie Yen is obviously interested in the topic of "martial arts director". He paused to speak quickly and kept adjusting his sitting posture.

Dialogue

GRACE: Living in the colorful entertainment industry, will you be affected by the trend of chasing famous brands?

Donnie Yen: I am definitely not. I think a man with taste must dress tastefully and make people feel pleasing to the eye. This is a state of mind. My wife is a model. She has a good sense and knows how to perfectly match various popular elements. She will not help me design what kind of clothes to wear. Instead, she often discusses the day with me at home. What clothes to wear and how to match them to get the best effect. We all regard fashion as an attitude of loving life. Everyone has research on clothes.

GRACE: Everyone has seen the image of Donnie Yen as a tough guy on screen in movies. In life, do you have more of a tough character or a romantic character?

Donnie Yen: I am a person who knows how to enjoy romance, but romance cannot be created deliberately, otherwise it will become a rigid pattern. Romance is a kind of intuition, which requires you to care about your lover anytime and anywhere, and devote yourself to her passionately. It does not necessarily have to send flowers or have a candlelight dinner. A sudden kiss, a warm hello, and doing something when the other person is not paying attention. A thoughtful thing, these are the casual romances. I exaggerate how beautiful I am every day, but if I forget to do so one day, she will seem unhappy. This shows that sweet words are very much needed between husband and wife. It helps to enhance the relationship and is also a good way to show romance at any time.

GRACE: You said that if your wife is not a beautiful woman, we will not get together because she is not attractive. In the entertainment industry where beauties are abundant, will you face more beauties? Tempted?

Donnie Yen: In modern society, men all like beautiful women. I don’t hide this. A woman’s beauty will leave a deep impression on men, and this beauty complex will also affect me.

To appreciate someone, you must first have a good eye with them, then you can date them, then get married and have children. In addition to their appearance, you also need to have compatible personalities. There are indeed many beauties in the entertainment industry, but when you choose a relationship, it is impossible to choose another. A responsible man must be single-minded. The road to love cannot be an endless and arbitrary combination. I have been in the business for many years; although I have had a failed marriage and two or three relationships, I have never had any scandals because I can be single-minded in every relationship.

GRACE: Your wife cooks very well, but you only taste good when you cook Boston shrimp. Are you the big man at home?

Donnie Yen: I am the little man at home. Let my wife have the final say in everything, and she is the master. I am definitely not authoritarian. I believe that a long-term marriage cannot be separated from mutual respect. A man must know how to be humble to a woman. When you watch her give birth to a child for you, silently support you behind the scenes, and pay so much for you, you will definitely feel very happy. Touched, this kind of touching can make you willing to sacrifice many things for her.

GRACE: I found that many media compare you with Jackie Chan and Jet Li. Will this comparison make you unhappy? What position do you think you occupy in today's kung fu movies?

Donnie Yen: It’s not a bad thing to be compared with Jackie Chan and Jet Li. It shows that I have the level to compare. Otherwise, how could I be compared on the same level? Moreover, progress can only be achieved through comparison. Jackie Chan, Jet Li, and I all have different styles and are not from the same faction, so it is difficult to compare. Moreover, they occupy a position that no one can replace, and their achievements in Kung Fu movies are obvious to all.

To this day, I have formed my own style, whether I am an actor or not. Both the martial arts director and the action director have a very obvious Donnie Yen style. I feel that my greatest success is in martial arts design. My potential is as a martial arts actor, and this potential has not yet ended. It is like climbing a mountain. I am still looking at the top and moving forward. The next small mountain is the director, but this mountain road It's still far away, and I don't want to rush to conquer it. I need to breathe and conserve my energy in the middle, so that when I explode, I can do it more beautifully.

Donnie Yen

Donnie Yen, born on July 27, 1963 in Yuexiu District, Guangzhou City, Guangdong Province, is an actor, director and martial arts instructor from Hong Kong, China.

In 1982, he returned to the United States from Beijing to study martial arts and won the U.S. martial arts championship that year. In 1992, he was nominated for the Best Supporting Actor at the Hong Kong Film Awards for "Once Upon a Time in China". In 1995, he starred in the action drama "Fist of Fury". In 1997, he directed and starred in the movie "The Legend of Wolf Warriors". In 2002, he served as the action director of "Blade Runner II". In 2003, he won the Best Action Design Award at the 40th Taiwan Film Golden Horse Awards and the Best Action Design Award at the 23rd Hong Kong Film Awards for the movie "A Thousand Years of Action". In 2006, he won the Best Action Design Award at the 25th Hong Kong Film Awards for the movie "Slaying the Wolf". In 2007, he won the Best Action Design Award at the 44th Taiwan Film Golden Horse Awards and the Best Action Design Award at the 27th Hong Kong Film Awards for the movie "The Fuse".

In December 2008, the kung fu film "Ip Man" starring in the film was released. In 2009, he won the Best Actor at the 16th Beijing University Student Film Festival and the Outstanding Overseas Chinese Actor Award at the 13th China Film Huabiao Awards for his film "Ip Man". On April 29, 2010, the kung fu movie "Ip Man 2: The Legend of the Grandmaster" starring in the movie was released. In 2011, he won the Taiwan Film Golden Horse Award for Best Action Design for the third time with "Martial Arts". In February 2014, the fantasy movie "Journey to the West: Havoc in Heaven" starring in it was released. In 2015, he won the Best Action Design Award at the Hong Kong Film Awards for the fourth time with the movie "One Man's Martial Arts". In 2016, the 3D kung fu movie "Ip Man 3" starring in the movie was released. In June 2017, he became a new member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' "2017 Oscars". On December 20, 2019, the kung fu film "Ip Man 4: The Finale" starring and produced by him was released.

On June 3, 2021, Donnie Yen will join "John Wick 4" and will star on the same stage with Keanu Reeves.

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