Encyclopedia of India–China Cultural Contacts v2.c11.s5.t3.24
Encyclopedia of India–China Cultural Contacts v2.c11.s5.t3.24
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After *Rumble in the Bronx*, Jackie Chan continued on the path of success with films like *Rush Hour* series, *Shanghai Noon* and *Shanghai Knights* with actor Owen Wilson. Besides these martial art comedies, he later experimented with the drama genre in films like *The Myth* (2005) and *The Forbidden Kingdom* (2008). *The Myth* was closely associated to India and was extensively shot in Hampi, India. The storyline of the film is also connected to India and Indian martial arts Kalaripayattu. In 2012, he announced his retirement from action films due to age. His celebrity status goes beyond just his acting in films.