Mumbai, Feb. 8 -- In a glittering ceremony that saw the stars align in Los Angeles, Jackie Chan, the beloved martial artist and action-comedy icon, was honored with an honorary Oscar at the Eighth Annual Governors Awards. This recognition, a testament to Chan's unparalleled contribution to cinema, marks a significant milestone in a career that has spanned over half a century and featured more than 200 films.

In an emotional acceptance speech, Chan reminisced about his journey, from his early days watching the Oscars with his family to the moment he held Sylvester Stallone's Oscar, dreaming of one day claiming his own. "My dad always said, 'Son, you get so many movie awards in the world, when are you going to get one of these?'" Chan shar...