A date with the Kung Fu Master

Jackie Chan is a household name worldwide for his movies and stunts
Jackie Chan is a household name worldwide for his movies and stunts

For many, meeting a real life film star is like a dream, one that only comes true once in a blue moon. Mmegi Staff Writer, MPHO MOKWAPE*, who is currently in Beijing, recently had the fortune of meeting China’s biggest export to Hollywood, Jackie Chan ‘The Kung Fu Master’

Jackie Chan, born Kong-sang Chan, is no stranger to everyone here and back home in Botswana. During the era of videocassettes, many grew up watching his action films. Even to date the new generation is still enjoying his ‘kung fu’ moves, especially with the recent remake of the famous Karate Kid film in which Chan co-starred with Will Smith’s son Jaden.

Chan is a Chinese household name and for any citizens here, coming face-to-face with him is a dream come true.

Editor's Comment
Closure as pain lingers

March 28 will go down as a day that Batswana will never forget because of the accident that occurred near Mmamatlakala in Limpopo, South Africa. The tragedy affected not only the grieving families but the nation at large. Batswana throughout the process stood behind the grieving families and the governments of Botswana and South Africa need much more than a pat on the back.Last Saturday was a day when family members said their last goodbyes to...

Have a Story? Send Us a tip
arrow up