Chinese actress Zhang Ziyi injured in on-stage fall at major Chinese film awards, later seen in wheelchair


Zhang Ziyi is one of China’s most acclaimed actresses. Photo: Zhang Ziyi/Weibo

Chinese actress Zhang Ziyi sustained an injury after tripping and falling during the 20th Huabiao Film Awards, held in Qingdao, China on April 27.

The 45-year-old had just completed a tribute segment with Jackie Chan and Wang Yibo when the incident occurred.

As the three stars exited the stage, Zhang – walking behind the others – tripped over exposed wires near the edge and fell. Footage from the event showed staff and attendees quickly coming to her aid.

On April 29, Zhang was spotted at a Beijing high-speed rail station in a wheelchair.

Dressed in black and wearing a mask and sunglasses, she tried to remain low-profile but was recognised by onlookers. The footage quickly went viral, prompting widespread concern.

Her team later confirmed that she had received medical attention and is now resting.

While the extent of her injuries has not been revealed, she is expected to make a full recovery.

Zhang is one of China’s most acclaimed actresses, best known internationally for her roles in Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon and Memoirs Of A Geisha.

The Huabiao Awards ceremony is one of China’s most prestigious film events, organised by China's National Film Administration.

(From left) Wang Yibo, Jackie Chan and Zhang Ziyi presenting a tribute to the 120th anniversary of Chinese cinema at the awards ceremony. Photo via Sin Chew online
(From left) Wang Yibo, Jackie Chan and Zhang Ziyi presenting a tribute to the 120th anniversary of Chinese cinema at the awards ceremony. Photo via Sin Chew online

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