[HK] Jet Li wins best actor award for “The Warlords” at Hong Kong Film Awards

The Associated Press reported, “Jet Li has won a rare acting prize.”

“Better known for his kung fu prowess, the 44-year-old Chinese action star was named best actor at the 27th Hong Kong Film Awards on Sunday for his performance in the Chinese epic “The Warlords.”

“Li played a 19th century mercenary who’s emotionally torn about betraying one of his blood brothers and falling in love with his wife.”

“The Warlords” was also a big winner, clinching eight out of 18 possible awards, including best film and best director for Hong Kong’s Peter Chan. It also won awards for best cinematography, best art direction and best costume and makeup design.

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