Sammo Hung

“In China, people only talk to make a point. You ask someone to go to lunch. They say yes or they say no.”

“I'm just an actor.”

“If you have the resources, don't waste your time. Why not continue doing the things you enjoy, such as making movies and taking part in things that the younger generation would like.”

“I don't want to boast about any contribution, but I was part of the group of people who toiled for the film industry.”

“I used to try and find inspirations everywhere - I would go to the airport or train station and just study people, the way they moved and interacted and their expressions. But I can't do that now, I'd be bombarded by people with their phones - selfie requests.”

“People work hard all week at their jobs. I want people watching TV to have a good time.”

“If my mind and body are still active, why should I retire?”

“Who enjoys practising handstands at seven in the morning? But that's how children were trained in the old days.”

“If all young actors want is to star in romances, what do they need to learn kung fu for?”

“Whatever I do - action, acting - I do my best.”

“I'm proud of all my films. I've enjoyed great success in many different genres. I have been very blessed to have so many ideas and to continuously produce successful films.”

“I'm a big star in Asia, but I never think about being famous.”