Shum’s circumstances have changed in the 15 years since then. Indeed, by some estimates, he has a net worth of $14 million.
However, old habits die hard. Shum, now 36, said he is only just getting over the “humps” of his parents’ entrepreneurial ideals and developing his own money values.
“My parents would always teach me that if you can get something on a discount, it’s better,” said Shum.
“(Now I think) if it’s something you need, then you go and buy the quality one and it will last longer. You’ll have less things, but you’ll have better things,” he added.
That includes the occasional unnecessary splurge too, Shum admitted.
When he landed his big role as Charlie Wu, the former flame of major character Astrid, in “Crazy Rich Asians” pre-production sequel “China Rich Girlfriend,” Shum said he splashed out on not one, but two, electronic skateboards, known as Onewheels.
“When you look at the price tag you think this is a lot of money,” said Shum. A classic Onewheel retails for around $950, while the longer range XR edition starts from $1,799.
“But I bought two because I want to ride them with friends, not on my own,” he continued. “I don’t feel bad (about that).”
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