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Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Martial arts star Sunny Pang to make Indian film debut opposite Anshuman Jha in 'Lakadbaggha 2'
International action cinema gets a thrilling new crossover as martial arts maestro Sunny Pang is set to debut in Indian cinema with the upcoming film 'Lakadbaggha 2 - The Monkey Business'. The sequel, which continues the gritty narrative of a vigilante animal lover, stars Pang alongside Indian actor Anshuman Jha , who reprises his role from the original. Following his memorable showdown with Tom Hardy in the recent action feature 'Havoc', Pang joins the Indian film industry with much anticipation. For 'Lakadbaggha 2', Pang and Anshuman Jha trained in Bangkok with the action choreography team led by Kecha Kamphakdee and Jaika Stunts. The film is currently being shot in Kolkata and West Java, Indonesia. Actor Anshuman Jha, speaking about his co-star, shared, "I loved Sunny Sir's work in Headshot. It was a dream to work with him, let alone match him in a fight. Sunny Pang brings with him a legacy of real, visceral action. Having him in Lakadbaggha 2 is not just a casting win, it's a statement," in a press note. For Pang, the experience marks more than just a career milestone. "This is my first time working on an Indian film, and the level of respect and passion I've experienced here has been incredible," said the actor. "Lakadbaggha 2 isn't just another action film, it's a story with soul, a fight with purpose. At its core, it champions animal rights, and that mission gives every punch, every kick, a deeper meaning," he added. He further noted the intensity of the production process and said, "Our training in Bangkok to shoot in Indonesia, it's been an intense, unforgettable journey for me. And I'm truly honoured to contribute to this animal lover vigilante universe. One thing's for sure, we're holding nothing back."
India Gazette
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- India Gazette
MA icon Sunny Pang to make Indian film debut opposite Anshuman Jha in 'Lakadbaggha 2'
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 11 (ANI): International action cinema gets a thrilling new crossover as martial arts maestro Sunny Pang is set to debut in Indian cinema with the upcoming film 'Lakadbaggha 2 - The Monkey Business'. The sequel, which continues the gritty narrative of a vigilante animal lover, stars Pang alongside Indian actor Anshuman Jha, who reprises his role from the original. Following his memorable showdown with Tom Hardy in the recent action feature 'Havoc', Pang joins the Indian film industry with much anticipation. For 'Lakadbaggha 2', Pang and Anshuman Jha trained in Bangkok with the action choreography team led by Kecha Kamphakdee and Jaika Stunts. The film is currently being shot in Kolkata and West Java, Indonesia. Actor Anshuman Jha, speaking about his co-star, shared, 'I loved Sunny Sir's work in Headshot. It was a dream to work with him, let alone match him in a fight. Sunny Pang brings with him a legacy of real, visceral action. Having him in Lakadbaggha 2 is not just a casting win, it's a statement,' in a press note. For Pang, the experience marks more than just a career milestone. 'This is my first time working on an Indian film, and the level of respect and passion I've experienced here has been incredible,' said the actor. 'Lakadbaggha 2 isn't just another action film, it's a story with soul, a fight with purpose. At its core, it champions animal rights, and that mission gives every punch, every kick, a deeper meaning,' he added. He further noted the intensity of the production process and said, 'Our training in Bangkok to shoot in Indonesia, it's been an intense, unforgettable journey for me. And I'm truly honoured to contribute to this animal lover vigilante universe. One thing's for sure, we're holding nothing back.' (ANI)
Mint
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Mint
MA icon Sunny Pang to make Indian film debut opposite Anshuman Jha in Lakadbaggha 2
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 11 (ANI): International action cinema gets a thrilling new crossover as martial arts maestro Sunny Pang is set to debut in Indian cinema with the upcoming film 'Lakadbaggha 2 - The Monkey Business'. The sequel, which continues the gritty narrative of a vigilante animal lover, stars Pang alongside Indian actor Anshuman Jha, who reprises his role from the original. Following his memorable showdown with Tom Hardy in the recent action feature 'Havoc', Pang joins the Indian film industry with much anticipation. For 'Lakadbaggha 2', Pang and Anshuman Jha trained in Bangkok with the action choreography team led by Kecha Kamphakdee and Jaika Stunts. The film is currently being shot in Kolkata and West Java, Indonesia. Actor Anshuman Jha, speaking about his co-star, shared, "I loved Sunny Sir's work in Headshot. It was a dream to work with him, let alone match him in a fight. Sunny Pang brings with him a legacy of real, visceral action. Having him in Lakadbaggha 2 is not just a casting win, it's a statement," in a press note. For Pang, the experience marks more than just a career milestone. "This is my first time working on an Indian film, and the level of respect and passion I've experienced here has been incredible," said the actor. "Lakadbaggha 2 isn't just another action film, it's a story with soul, a fight with purpose. At its core, it champions animal rights, and that mission gives every punch, every kick, a deeper meaning," he added. He further noted the intensity of the production process and said, "Our training in Bangkok to shoot in Indonesia, it's been an intense, unforgettable journey for me. And I'm truly honoured to contribute to this animal lover vigilante universe. One thing's for sure, we're holding nothing back." (ANI)
Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Sunny Pang to debut in an Indian film opposite Anshuman Jha
Following his recent on-screen face-off with Tom Hardy in Havoc , Chinese martial arts star Sunny Pang is set to make his debut in Indian cinema . Pang will join the cast of the sequel to the animal lover vigilante universe led by Anshuman Jha . Internationally recognised for his breakout role as the antagonist in Headshot —one of the few action films to premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) in 2017—Pang has built a reputation as a respected figure in martial arts cinema. His appearance alongside Tom Hardy in Havoc has only reinforced his standing as a formidable screen presence in the action genre. With Anshuman Jha's next, Pang steps into the Indian action film space in a sequel that promises a heightened focus on grounded, emotionally driven, hand-to-hand combat. The film is set to feature an intense showdown between Pang and Jha, with both actors undergoing training in Bangkok under the supervision of Kecha Kamphakdee and Jaika Stunts, the action team behind the franchise. Speaking about the casting, Anshuman Jha said, 'I loved Sunny Sir's work in Headshot . Working with him—let alone matching him in a fight—is a dream come true. Sunny Pang brings a legacy of visceral, authentic action. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like US Homeowners: Stairs Becoming a Problem? Here's a Solution Gaining Popularity Fast! Clear Living Undo This sequel is going to be bigger, bolder, and more brutal in the best possible way for Indian action cinema.' For Pang, the project marks not only a new professional milestone but also a meaningful creative choice. 'This is my first time working on an Indian film, and the level of respect and passion I've experienced here has been incredible,' he said. 'Training in Bangkok and shooting in Indonesia—it's been an intense, unforgettable journey for me. I'm truly honoured to contribute to this universe. One thing's for sure—we're holding nothing back.
News18
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Martial Arts Star Sunny Pang Makes Indian Film Debut With Anshuman Jha's Lakadbaggha 2
Last Updated: Sunny Pang joins Indian cinema in "Lakadbaggha 2 - The Monkey Business" with Anshuman Jha. Chinese martial arts star Sunny Pang, who recently shared the screen with Hollywood star Tom Hardy in 'Havoc", is set to step into Indian cinema with 'Lakadbaggha 2 – The Monkey Business" opposite Anshuman Jha. Pang is known for playing the antagonist in Netflix's action film Headshot, which officially premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) in 2017. Anshuman said, 'I loved Sunny Sir's work in Headshot. It was a dream to work with him, let alone match him in a fight. Sunny Pang brings with him a legacy of real, visceral action. Having him in Lakadbaggha 2 is not just a casting win—it's a statement. This sequel is going to be bigger, bolder, and more brutal in the best way possible for the world of Indian Action films." 'Lakadbaggha 2' is poised to be a combat spectacle, with Pang and Anshuman engaging in an intense hand-to-hand duel. The two actors flew to Bangkok to train with the action team behind the franchise – Kecha Kamphakdee & Jaika Stunts. Sunny Pang said, '"This is my first time working on an Indian film, and the level of respect and passion I've experienced here has been incredible. Lakadbaggha2 (The Monkey Business) isn't just another action film—it's a story with soul, a fight with purpose. At its core, it champions animal rights, and that mission gives every punch, every kick, a deeper meaning. It isn't easy making a raw, real, grounded, martial arts film." Pang said that Anshuman leads this franchise with heart, and the entire team's dedication is next-level. He added: 'Our training in Bangkok to shoot in Indonesia – it's been an intense, unforgettable journey for me. And I'm truly honored to contribute to this animal lover vigilante universe. One thing's for sure – we're holding nothing back." Production for Lakadbaggha 2 is underway with the shoot being done at Kolkata and West Java in Indonesia. First Published:
