At one point I wanted to work for NASA and be an astrophysicist, so I did physics, math, and chemistry before realizing I probably wasn't quite smart enough to do that. But I am still hugely interested in cosmology and astrophysics. That is my geeky subject area.
Gemma ChanEven though I don't necessarily believe in everything that's supernatural, I like being scared and I like things that are suspenseful.
Gemma ChanIf we just create and don't think about what might happen, that's when we're going to get into trouble.
Gemma ChanMaking a pretty picture, an image, is a completely different thing from acting to camera.
Gemma ChanIf you find something you are passionate about, you've got to try. Even if something doesn't quite work out, disappointment is a temporary thing. Regret lasts forever.
Gemma ChanI haven't always wanted to be an actor, no. I wasn't one of the little kids that was desperate to be an actor. I did a lot of drama and a lot of music, but it was just something for fun on the side. I was quite shy as a kid and I found a lot of freedom in performing. I never knew you could do it as a job.
Gemma Chan