Andy Lau could also be certainly one of Hong Kong’s most bankable movie stars right this moment, however he doesn’t plan on retiring anytime quickly.
According to South China Morning Post, Lau recorded an estimated internet value of US$70mil (RM330.6mil) final yr.
In a current interview to promote his newest movie, Moscow Mission, the 62-year-old stated that the rationale he is nonetheless and can proceed working onerous is as a result of he doesn’t want to set a nasty instance for the younger ones.
Lau, who married former Malaysian mannequin Carol Chu in 2008, has an 11-year-old daughter named Hanna.
Speaking to Youku Movies, Lau stated: “I (have a child of my very own) within the household. If any youngsters see me (laying round doing nothing), they could marvel when they are going to grow to be like (me). This will set a nasty instance.”
The Heavenly King added that he may very well be doing nothing. However, he can be unable to cease himself from fascinated by work by the fourth day.
“When it comes to my (performing profession), I’m not in search of private breakthroughs however moderately hoping to reside a extra priceless life,” he stated.
This is not the primary time Lau has displayed spectacular work ethic and dedication to his craft. In 2020, the actor was praised by netizens for all the time arriving on set on time and having already memorised his traces.
When requested by reporters if it was onerous to be a mannequin actor, Lau remained humble and stated: “Isn’t that what all actors ought to do?”
The Infernal Affairs (2002) star additionally stated in a previous interview that he doesn’t think about himself to be an exemplary actor and that being hardworking is simply in his nature.
“I’m accustomed to being hardworking. It’s deceptive to say I’m a mannequin employee, however I assume it is good to encourage younger individuals,” he stated.
