In recent years, the semi-retired Maggie Cheung has been enjoying her leisure time away from the limelight. On December 16th, she shared a video on social media showcasing her shopping for Christmas gifts at an affordable sports store, receiving praise from netizens for being down-to-earth. Her playful new curly hairstyle also earned compliments from fans, with many commenting that she looks youthful.
Having spent time living a pastoral life in Europe, Maggie Cheung resurfaced on social media on December 16th, sharing her latest activities with fans. The IP address indicated that she had returned to Hong Kong.
In the video, Maggie Cheung expressed her excitement for the upcoming Christmas season, mentioning her love for decorating Christmas trees with cute ornaments and twinkling lights while listening to Christmas songs, which she finds romantic.
The footage revealed Maggie Cheung shopping at a mall in Hong Kong Island’s Cityplaza, where she purchased a variety of Christmas gifts, including children’s books, toys, decorations, wrapping paper, and even trendy sports equipment like Pickleball paddles from a sports store.
She mentioned her tradition of placing Christmas gifts under the tree every year for friends and family to enjoy together after indulging in a Christmas feast, creating a warm and joyful atmosphere. In addition to buying gifts, Maggie Cheung also bought rolls of wrapping paper and personally wrapped them at home, expressing happiness in this annual ritual.
One noteworthy aspect was Maggie Cheung’s stylish appearance in a gray cropped leather jacket with her new short curly hairstyle, exuding a playful and youthful vibe. Fans were captivated by her radiant skin, minimal wrinkles, and overall good condition. In a light-hearted moment, she hurriedly left the store with her purchased gifts, reminiscent of a carefree young girl.
The video drew a lot of attention from netizens, who praised Maggie Cheung for her relatable demeanor, describing her as “age-reversing” and complimenting her on her elegance, flawless skin, and youthful new hairstyle.
Since stepping back from the film industry after winning the Best Actress award at Cannes in 2004 for “Clean,” Maggie Cheung relocated to the countryside in Bordeaux, France, to live a simpler life raising chickens and farming. In September of this year, a video she posted on a short video account showed her wearing Chanel sunglasses and collecting freshly laid eggs from chicken coops, which amazed viewers. The video went viral, sparking discussions and trending at the top of the day’s hot search list. Fans commended Maggie Cheung for “living the life she desires.”
Having starred in over 80 films, Maggie Cheung has won 5 Hong Kong Film Awards and 4 Taiwan Golden Horse Awards, setting records as the most decorated actress in both categories. She is also the only Chinese actress to have won Best Actress awards at the Berlin, Cannes, and Asia Pacific Film Festivals.
Over the years, the media has constantly questioned Maggie Cheung about making a comeback in acting, to which she replied, “I won’t consider it unless I come across a script that interests me.” It’s been reported that she turned down over 40 scripts since 2004 for this reason, choosing to prioritize her private life.
From portraying the enigmatic “Su Li-zhen” in “In the Mood for Love” with 23 exquisite cheongsam outfits, to living a humble life raising chickens and vegetables in the French countryside as Maggie, it seems that Maggie Cheung, in her 61 years of life, has demonstrated that true freedom is the ability to shine on the red carpet and find joy in everyday simplicity.