Kaidon Lee: From Little Model to Wushu Warrior
Ever since the day he caught sight of his 73‑year‑old grandpa, Henry Li, doing flowing wushu moves in the park, the 11‑year‑old Kaidon Lee discovered a love that would keep him on his toes for years to come.
Stubborn Grandpa, Determined Kid
- Kaidon’s first attempt to recruit his grandfather as coach was met with a playful “I’m too young!” from Henry.
- Despite his own lack of formal training—Henry learned by secretly watching teenage classes because he couldn’t afford lessons—he sensed the same impatience in the young warrior.
- “The wushu master in my neighbourhood refused to teach me,” Henry recalls. “I was too hot‑tempered. That’s even more true for Kaidon; discipline is key.”
From Strikes to Spice
It took Kaidon only two years to master the basics of wushu—an impressive feat for a kid who once preferred posing over punching.
But the kid was a trickster from day one—he’d won a children’s modelling contest when he was four and built a portfolio of ad spots and magazine covers that made him a small‑town icon.
Family Support
- Henry proudly observes his grandson’s independent, sensible attitude, noting that it keeps the family worry‑free.
- In the upcoming season of The Grand Challenge, Henry will finally show the world what he can do on the belt: a wushu routine that might just spin him into the spotlight.
- Kaidon, in turn, will coach Henry on the art of runway swagger.
Can Grandpa Take the Catwalk?
Everyone’s eyes will be on the second episode. Is Henry willing to strike a pose in front of a crowd, or will Kaidon’s “secret weapon”—his quick wit and style—steal the show in their friendly showdown?
How The Grand Challenge Keeps the Family Bond Strong
As a five‑part treasure trove, each episode pairs a grandparent with their grandchild, giving them 10 days to learn a new skill from each other.
When the final “duel” comes around, the family in the audience votes on who best nailed the challenge.
Highlights for the Viewers
- All episodes are subtitled in both Chinese and English.
- Audience members can vote for their favourite pair and win cool prizes.
- It’s a fun‑filled, heartwarming journey that shows how laughter, hip‑hop dance moves, and good old fashioned perseverance can bridge generational gaps.
