Actor Jackie Chan has paid tribute to legendary Hong Kong film producer Nansun Shi following her passing, honouring a woman whose influence helped shape generations of Asian cinema. While Jackie Chan captivated audiences as one of the world’s most celebrated actors, Nansun Shi made her mark behind the camera as a visionary producer who helped bring some of cinema’s most memorable stories to life. As a respected film executive and co-founder of Film Workshop with acclaimed filmmaker Tsui Hark, Shi became a key figure in shaping the golden era of Hong Kong cinema. The late Nansun Shi holding her accolade. Picture: Instagram@filmfestlocarno The creative force behind a golden era of Hong Kong Cinema Throughout her career, she helped produce some of the industry’s most celebrated films, including A Better Tomorrow, A Chinese Ghost Story, Once Upon a Time in China, Infernal Affairs and Detective Dee. Her creative vision, business leadership and dedication to filmmaking earned her international recognition and numerous lifetime achievement honours. While Jackie Chan and Nansun Shi had a close personal relationship, they did not work together as official collaborators on any film. Nevertheless, they were both influential figures from the same era that helped shape Hong Kong cinema and bring its impact to audiences around the world. Legendary actor Jackie Chan pictured with the late Nansun Shi. Picture: Instagram@JackieChan Jackie Chan’s tribute Through his tribute shared on his Instagram page, Jackie Chan honoured not only a respected friend and colleague but a true force behind the films and filmmakers who defined an era. This is what he wrote: “It is with great shock to hear the news of Nansun Shi’s passing. The film industry has lost another legendary figure. I’m sure that no matter when we look back at her outstanding achievements, everyone will remember the spirit and integrity of this person behind those classic works. Big sister Nansun, rest in peace. We pay our deepest respects to you and will remember you forever,” wrote Jackie Chan. HAVE YOU READ THIS ONE?: EXCLUSIVE: ‘I Once Loved a Jonasi’: Lukhanyo Kwenene Opens Up About Betrayal, HIV and Choosing Life Again Post navigation Mel B Celebrated One Year Marriage Anniversary With Husband Rory McPhee in Emotional Post ‘Aw Kodwa Nkosi’: Mzansi Left Heartbroken as News of Seputla Sebogodi’s Passing Sparks Emotional Reactions
