Actor Jacky Heung , son of Hong Kong entertainment mogul Charles Heung , has drawn public attention after tearfully opening up in a new documentary titled Land of Truth , which chronicles his personal growth and reflections on life in the spotlight.
“I grew up in an extremely complicated environment. From a young age, I was surrounded by the entertainment industry, and I’ve seen all kinds of complicated people. That’s why I never wanted to become like them. They scare me. Truly. Becoming that kind of person isn’t a good thing,” Jacky shared emotionally in the film.
Appearing alongside Jacky in the documentary is fellow artist Ding Zhen , who offered candid advice: “When things get complicated, you have to endure. If you can’t, then maybe this industry isn’t for you.”
The heartfelt moment sparked speculation that Jacky might be considering retirement from showbiz. However, he was quick to clarify: “I’ve learned a lot from this experience. The key is not to let yourself become complicated. It’s more important to protect the child inside you who doesn’t want to grow up.”
His honesty has resonated deeply online, especially among fans who’ve watched him navigate the pressures of being the son of two of Hong Kong’s most powerful industry figures — Charles Heung and producer Amy Choi . From birth, Jacky was dubbed a “silver spoon baby” and faced high expectations as the heir to a showbiz dynasty.
His parents famously launched his acting career with custom-made opportunities. In 2016, he starred in League of Gods alongside Huang Xiaoming , Louis Koo , and Tony Leung Ka-fai , but the film suffered a commercial flop.
Since then, Jacky has appeared in titles like From Vegas to Macau III , League of Gods , Bodyguards and Assassins, Fearless and The Warlords . Despite this resume, he has struggled to gain widespread public recognition or acclaim. In past interviews, Jacky admitted that years of trying to emerge from his father’s shadow left him feeling “useless.”
With this raw and personal documentary, Jacky Heung is no longer just the son of Charles Heung — he’s a man carving his own path, slowly but steadily, while carrying the heavy weight of legacy and expectation.
Sources: Znews