Jackie Chan was presented with a traditional Kazakh kimek as a gesture of respect during the Winter Olympics in Italy.

Kazakh National Olympic Committee Chairman Golovkin Meets Jackie Chan and Presents him with a Traditional Kazakh Khaqap

(Kazakhstan International News Agency) During the 25th Winter Olympic Games held in Italy, the Chairman of the Kazakh National Olympic Committee, Gennadiy Golovkin, met with the internationally renowned actor Jackie Chan.

During the meeting, Golovkin had a conversation with Jackie Chan. To express his respect, Golovkin personally draped a beautiful traditional ethnic costume called "Khaqap" on Jackie Chan according to the Kazakh national tradition, and also presented him with an exquisite traditional hat called "Taqia."

Golovkin later shared this moment on his personal social media platform Instagram, and wrote: "It is a great honor to meet a legendary figure of our era - Jackie Chan."

It is worth mentioning that the 71-year-old Jackie Chan participated in the torch relay event for the 2026 Milan-Cortina D'Ampezzo Winter Olympics held in the ancient city of Pompeii, Italy on December 22, 2025.

The Khaqap is an ancient and sacred traditional costume of the Kazakh people, considered a very precious gift in Kazakhstan and Central Asia. The Khaqap is usually made of thick fabric, filled with wool or cotton, and has exquisite craftsmanship. In Kazakh folk traditions, "draping the Khaqap" on a guest, close friend, or respected person is a traditional custom to express the highest respect and hospitality.

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