Chan, globally recognised for his dynamic roles in martial arts films, will carry the Paralympic torch through the heart of the French capital, a momentous occasion leading up to the Games' inauguration. The relay will travel along the iconic Champs-Élysées and culminate at the historic Place de la Concorde, igniting excitement and anticipation for the Paralympic festivities.

The Paralympic flame arrived in France this past Sunday after crossing the Channel Tunnel, following its lighting on Saturday in Stoke Mandeville, United Kingdom, the birthplace of the global Paralympic movement. Once in France, the flame was brought to Paris, where it played a key role in the official ceremony marking the 80th anniversary of the city's liberation from Nazi occupation on 25 August 1944.

This is not Chan’s first encounter with the Olympic flame. With a career spanning over five decades and 145 films, Chan previously carried the torch during the 2008 Beijing Olympics. His involvement in the Paris Games underscores his lasting global influence, particularly in France, where he filmed the action-packed Rush Hour 3. A memorable scene from the film, shot on the Eiffel Tower, highlighted Chan’s blend of comedy and martial arts, endearing him to French audiences.

Chan’s journey to international stardom began in his birthplace, Hong Kong. Born in 1954, he started as a child actor before rising to fame with films like Drunken Master and Police Story, which showcased his unique mix of slapstick humour and intricate fight choreography. His Hollywood breakthrough came in 1996 with Rumble in the Bronx, followed by the hugely popular Rush Hour trilogy alongside Chris Tucker.

Over the years, Chan’s commitment to performing his own stunts earned him a place in the Guinness World Records for "Most stunts by a living actor." His contributions to cinema were further recognised in 2016 when he received an Honorary Oscar for his lifetime achievements. Despite the physical demands of his career, Chan shows no signs of slowing down, stating, "You just keep moving until your body tells you to stop."

In addition to the performer, the French actress, Elsa Zylberstein, and the dancer and choreographer, Benjamin Millepied, will also participate in the relay.