Michelle Yeoh still faces nagging from her mother
International star Michelle Yeoh discusses her mother's persistent nagging and how it reflects traditional Asian expressions of love. The article also features a brief human-interest story about a Chinese doctor named Ye Lvsu, whose name translates to 'chlorophyll'.
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Highlights cultural nuances in family dynamics and the intersection of celebrity life with traditional upbringing.
Compiled by QISTINA SALLEHUDDIN, BEH YUEN HUI and R. ARAVINTHAN
LIKE many children of Asian mothers, Tan Sri Michelle Yeoh (pic) still cannot escape her mum’s nagging, although she is now an international star.
“Just a few days ago, my mum kept saying: ‘Why are you so thin? Why are you working so hard?’” the Oscar-winning actress quipped during an interview with Sin Chew Daily.
But Yeoh said she understands those are simply her mother’s way of expressing love.
The Ipoh-born star was promoting her latest Chinese-language film, It’s My Time, which hit local cinemas on Thursday.
She plays a master of the Rubik’s Cube named Zhao Yanhong.
Chinese actor Bai Ke plays Yeoh’s son, whose relationship with his mother is defined by her constant nagging and disagreements with his wife over parenting.
“Asian parents especially like to express their love by nagging.
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