Quotes by Michelle Yeoh

About Michelle Yeoh:

Tan Sri Michelle Yeoh Choo-Kheng is a Malaysian actress, best known for performing her own stunts in the Hong Kong action films that brought her to fame in the early 1990s. Born in Ipoh, Malaysia, she was chosen by People as one of the "50 Most Beautiful People in the World" in 1997.
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I have been presented with roles with demand not just a physical ability but mental disciplines as well. 'Memoirs of a Geisha' was not so much about physical exertion... it was much more graceful and contained than that.

Michelle Yeoh

If I only get to play Malaysian roles, there wouldn't be very many roles for me to play.

Michelle Yeoh

When I watch myself on-screen, I always look for the flaws.

Michelle Yeoh

My career in the movie business began in Hong Kong, my heart has always been tied to Asia, and it is immensely gratifying to see international recognition for Asian cinema as a whole.

Michelle Yeoh

As an actor, you hope to find roles that are challenging to you as an artist. Then if you are truly blessed, you will find that it also carries a message that you can impart to your audience.

Michelle Yeoh

If you read a lot of Chinese literature, there has always been very strong women figures - warriors, swordswomen - who defended honor and loyalty with the men. So, it's not new to our culture - it's always been very much a part of it. It's good that ...

Michelle Yeoh

I have people who love me and people that I love and a man that I love. So in that sense, I feel that I'm pretty well rounded.

Michelle Yeoh

Author Bio

  • NameMichelle Yeoh
  • DescriptionMalaysian actress of Chinese ethnicity
  • BornAugust 6, 1962
  • CountryMalaysia
  • ProfessionActor