Jimmy Lin’s Son, Kimi, Sparks Nostalgia with Resemblance to Father’s Iconic Roles

Jakarta – Jimmy Lin, the celebrated Taiwanese actor known for roles in films like ‘shaolin Popeye’, has passed on his good looks to his son, Kimi.Recent photos of the now 15-year-old Kimi have surprised netizens, who note his remarkable similarity to his father at the same age.

Kimi’s Viral Appearance at Concert in Malaysia

The resemblance was particularly noticeable when Kimi was spotted attending a concert in malaysia. The teen’s appearance evoked a sense of nostalgia among fans,reminding them of Jimmy Lin’s iconic roles from the past. Lin,who is married to kelly Chen,has three sons; Kimi is the eldest. The public’s reaction has been overwhelmingly positive, with many commenting on the strong family resemblance.

Did You Know? Jimmy Lin has been intentionally limiting Kimi’s public appearances to allow him to have a normal childhood.

Netizens React to Kimi’s Transformation

Online users have expressed their amazement at Kimi’s growth and resemblance to his father. Comments such as “Kimi is very similar to Jimmy lin,” “How did he grow so tall so fast?” and “He is wholly mature now…” have flooded social media platforms. According to the China Internet Network Facts Center (CNNIC), as of December 2023, China has over 1.09 billion internet users, making social media a powerful platform for such news to spread rapidly.

Jimmy Lin’s Approach to protecting Kimi’s Privacy

Kimi previously appeared on the Chinese version of ‘Dad! Where Are We Going?’ when he was just three years old. Though, to ensure Kimi could enjoy a normal childhood, Jimmy lin has intentionally limited his son’s public exposure. He rarely shares photos of Kimi’s face on social media.

Pro Tip: Balancing a child’s privacy with public interest can be challenging for celebrity parents.

Last year, during a family birthday celebration, Jimmy Lin mentioned that Kimi had already surpassed his height, reaching almost 180cm.Even then, Lin was careful to obscure Kimi’s face in the shared images.

While Kimi wore a mask in the recent viral photo, netizens were still able to discern his striking resemblance to his father through his eyes, eyebrows, and facial structure. As of now, it remains unknown whether kimi intends to follow in his father’s footsteps and pursue a career in the entertainment industry.

What do you think of Kimi’s resemblance to his father? Will he eventually enter the entertainment industry? Share your thoughts in the comments below!