Overseasidol.com — Chinese actor Jackson Yee recently shared an interesting behind-the-scenes story that quickly caught public attention.
On February 8, 2026, Yee expressed his admiration for legendary director Zhang Yimou, praising the filmmaker’s incredible stamina despite being 75 years old.
Jackson revealed that Zhang Yimou often works late into the night during filming without showing any signs of fatigue.
According to him, the director remains fully alert, never appearing sleepy or even yawning, which left many crew members genuinely impressed.
Yee jokingly described Zhang Yimou’s energy as having an “extended battery life”.
One surprising detail behind the director’s endurance is his fondness for milk tea.
Zhang Yimou reportedly enjoys drinking milk tea during the day, and somehow the energy carries over into nighttime shoots, allowing him to stay focused and energetic throughout long working hours.
Jackson Yee is currently starring in Zhang Yimou’s upcoming movie Scare Out, which has been confirmed for release during the 2026 Chinese New Year holiday season.
