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Yahoo
29 minutes ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Jackie Chan Answers The Web's Most Searched Questions
Karate Kid: Legends star Jackie Chan visits WIRED to give answers to his most searched for questions on Google. What was Jackie Chan's first job? How many languages does Jackie Chan speak? Does he have a stunt double? How does Jackie Chan train? What is his fighting style? Answers to these questions and many more await on the WIRED Autocomplete Interview of Jackie Chan. KARATE KID: LEGENDS is in theaters now. - This is Jackie Chan. This is Wired Autocomplete Interview. [upbeat music] Three, two, one. [claps] Go! [upbeat music] Okay. So one drop, so I took this one first. [interpreter speaking in a foreign language] - I can speak Cantonese, Mandrin, a little bit English, and Shandong, Shanghai. A lot of Korean, Japanese. And Taiwanese. Not many. Eight. [paper tearing] Oh. Doing his. - [Interpreter] Own stunts. - Yes, I'm still doing my own stunt. Why? Because even now, today, the technology so good. But the world audience still like to see Jackie Chan doing the own things. Maybe 40 years ago, I can do a triple kick. Ba-ba-boom. Ba-ba-boom. 20 years later, double kick. But now I do one kick. Okay. I just do, show the one kick. This is how I'm do it. If right now, jumping the floor, no. I do need a double now. Stunt. - [Interpreter] Double. [interpreter speaking in foreign language] - It depends. Like, when I have drive a helicopter, we need some professional. When I doing a triple kick, then I need, I have 100 students. We can, in the middle, I can pick out who do the best, who do this, who do that. Oh. Training. I have my training camp with all my stunt team. Like, three hour. Most of the time, we punch and talking, kicking and think about choreograph, how to different than some other movies, Use what kind of weapon, a chair. The board. How to fight with the board. Yeah. Yeah. What is Jackie Chan first job? First job, when I was eight, I was child actor. [paper tearing] First movie. Same. When I was seven, I was like a angel, and I'm singing. [Jackie singing in foreign language] That's me. The first job. First movie. [paper tearing] [Jackie speaking in foreign language] - [Interpreter] Famous quote. - My famous quote? I can do it. Never give up. Whenever I do the stunt, I will look at the dangerous things, I say, "I can do it. I can do it. I can do it. Don't give up." Boom! Then I jump. Then breaking ankle. Then break my skull. [paper tearing] [interpreter speaking in foreign language] - [Interpreter] What car does Jackie Chan drive? - The first car I drive. Ah! The boss gave to me. It was a Volkswagen. The one exactly like "Karate Kid", the Jaden Smith, I was break the car, the same car. Right now, it's Toyota. - [Interpreter] Alpha. - Alpha. More people can sit down. Easy. Not like it used to be, sport car. But now, I'm most comfortable as possible. More low-key as possible. - Next board. - Right on your face. Oh. No. [beep] [Jackie speaking in foreign language] [interpreter speaking in foreign language] - No. My family rule, no ear hole, no tattoo. Even my son. [paper tearing] [interpreter speaking in foreign language] - Can I sing? Wherever you go, whatever you do I will be right here waiting for you Whatever you do or how my heart break I will be right here waiting for you Ha-cha-cha-cha-cha! Fighting. Okay. Another one. Why so many question? Huh? [interpreter speaking in foreign language] - Where I'm living? I'm based in Hong Kong. But right now, I'm staying Beijing. I'm filming in Beijing right now. And this moment, I'm in Myanmar between China border filming in the jungle. [interpreter speaking in foreign language] - Now? Right now? Right this moment, I'm in London. [interpreter speaking in foreign language] - Oh, my teacher from China. There so many teacher in that time from China. So we teach singing, dancing, stick fight, knife fight, kicking, punch, all kind of things for 10 years. [interpreter speaking in foreign language] - My father, I'm growing up in French embassy until I'm seven. [interpreter speaking in foreign language] - I'm filming "Panda Project 2" The first one, last year was released. This year, we're making "Panda Project 2". Filming between Yunnan and Myanmar's, China's border. [interpreter speaking in foreign language] - When I learn in school, I learn southern style. After 10 years, I learn northern style. So I know both style. Southern style more jumping. Northern style more on the ground. Not so many jumping. And after that, I learn karate, hapkido, judo, boxing. I learn so many things. Because in that time, we don't have cell phone, we don't have karaoke, we don't have anything. And most important, I don't have money. Most of the time, we stay in the dojo school. Karate-ing with all of the friends. That's how we spent every day. Not like this day, you can have karaoke, drinking bar, mostly cell phone. We don't. But I'm glad. Because at that time, we don't have these kind of things, I training a lot. Change. [interpreter speaking in foreign language] - Oh. When I was young, I was very big, very fat. So in Chinese name, call me Pao. It's like a canyon. My mom speak Shanghainese, just called me Apo. In the embassy, everybody call me Po. I thought it's a English Po. It's not Shanghainese Pao. My father went to Australia, American embassy. When I get there, everybody call me, "What's your name?" I said, "Okay, my name's Po." At that time, I want to learn English. Then I go to the night school. Then the teacher asked me, "What's your name?" I said, "My name is Chan Kong-Sang." "No, your name is Steven." I said, "Okay." Embassy, Po. School, Steven. Then I went to the, some work. Then my friend bring me there. Then "Do this guy have a English name?" "No." "Okay." He use his name, put on my name. He's like, "His name called Jack." In Australia, I have Po, Steven, Jack. Then Jack, Jack, Jack, Jack, Jack. After nine months, I know a little bit English because Jack Chan, no rhythm. Just like fighting. Then I put a Y. Then Jacky Chan. Then after that, when I make a movie, after famous, I sign to Golden Harvest. And the Golden Harvest said, "Jackie, you're too strong, too man. You have to change a little bit." Then they take out the Y. They put the I-E. So you see '80s, my posters still J-A-C-K-Y. But after '80s, always J-A-C-K-I-E. Jackie Chan. Believe it or not, after I change it I-E, my career just boom, boom, boom, boom, boom, boom. Thing was stuck. Huh? [interpreter speaking in foreign language] - Oh. I like any food. But I don't like animal stomach, inside. Especially these day, not many steaks. I don't know why. Now I like more soup, vegetable, fruit, mango, bread. Croissant. [upbeat music] I toss a lot of board. This is very fun. I see you next time. I need more board. I need more question. I need you know more about me. Bye bye. [upbeat music]
Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
‘Karate Kid: Legends' early Twitter Reviews: Ben Wang, Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio impresses all; fans hail it as 'best film since original'
Karate Kid: Legends, the much-anticipated revival of the iconic martial arts saga, has officially made its way into cinemas—and audiences have a lot to say. The film introduces rising actor as Li Fong, a gifted kung fu prodigy forced to start anew in New York City, under the mentorship of two legends - and . Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Blending the stylistic worlds of Chan's kung fu and Macchio's classic karate, the film attempts to bridge generations of fans. Set against a backdrop of culture shock, rivalries, and personal growth, fans who caught early screenings flooded social media with praise and criticism alike. One viewer wrote, 'KARATE KID: LEGENDS is so breezy, fast-paced, and effortlessly likable from the first frame to the last… JACKIE CHAN steals every scene!' Others echoed similar sentiments, calling it a 'roundhouse kick of fun and nostalgia', lauding Wang's performance and the film's blend of spirited action and heartwarming moments. 'Ben Wang held his own with the GOAT Jackie Chan,' read one post. 'All I wanted was a fun, montage-filled Karate Kid film with great music and fun fights—and they delivered!' However, not all reviews were glowing. Some viewers criticised the underuse of the franchise's original stars. 'Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio don't get much. They either needed bigger roles or none at all,' one user noted. Others lamented the story's pacing and editing, calling the film 'recycled' and 'cliche-riddled.' Despite the polarised reception, many agree that Ben Wang brings a fresh energy to the role, with several viewers calling this the best Karate Kid film since the 2010 reboot. Ralph Macchio also praised Wang, stating, 'His work ethic, his preparedness, his not taking anything for granted—he will be this generation's Karate Kid.' Speaking about his casting in the film, Ben said in a statement, 'The 2010 reboot was the first Karate Kid I saw. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now It was set in Beijing—I had just moved back from there,' said Wang. 'The idea of starting over and finding mentors resonates deeply with me.' The film also marks a unique milestone in India—the Hindi-dubbed version features Yug Devgan, son of actor , making his voice acting debut as Li Fong. Karate Kid: Legends released nationwide today in English, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu. The film also stars Sadie Stanley (Kim Possible), , and boasts a diverse ensemble that reflects the franchise's expanding cultural footprint. With its blend of martial arts legacy and Gen-Z freshness, Karate Kid: Legends opened to an average 55% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. However, with fans eager for their dose of adrenaline, it remains to be seen how it will hold up in the week ahead.
New York Post
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- New York Post
‘Karate Kid: Legends' review: Awful Ralph Macchio and Jackie Chan sequel KO'd my will to live
movie review KARATE KID: LEGENDS Running time: 94 minutes. PG-13 (martial arts violence and some language). In theaters May 30. 'Karate Kid: Legends' continues a grand old tradition. And I don't mean that of one generation handing down ancient martial arts skills to the next. No, 'Legends' is the latest in a long line of terrible 'Karate Kid' movies. A passing of the torch, such as it is, to the next inferior ripoff. None of the past five films can touch the 1984 original starring Ralph Macchio as Daniel and Pat Morita as Mr. Miyagi — the perfect high-school summer flick set to the soothing sounds of Bananarama. All of them since, save for the feel-good TV show 'Cobra Kai,' have been: Wax on, turn off. That's especially true of the embarrassing 'Legends,' which tries and fails to futz with the established formula. 6 Ben Wang stars as Li Fong in 'Karate Kid: Legends.' ©Columbia Pictures/Courtesy Everett Collection The first of many, many questionable choices: This time, the title teen begins as a formidable fighter. Guess we can all go home then! Li Fong (Ben Wang) has trained in Kung Fu for years with Mr. Han (Jackie Chan, back from the Jaden Smith one) in Beijing. But because of a past trauma, his mom demands that Li give up his passion. So she moves the family to New York City, a calm place that's completely free of violence. 6 Li trains Victor (Joshua Jackson), a local pizza shop owner. ©Columbia Pictures/Courtesy Everett Collection When they arrive in a neighborhood along the L train that looks conspicuously like Montreal, director Jonathan Entwistle and screenwriter Rob Lieber treat a metropolis of 8 million like it's Main Street, USA. Actors speak dialogue that was written in Crayola, and the events that unfold are unbearably hokey and fake. All the school kids, including throwaway villain Connor (a poor man's Johnny), absurdly still hang out at the local dojo. Within days of getting his passport stamped, Li is accosted by his new bullies on the subway, a transit system ridden by 3.6 million people a day. 6 The film's New York antics are hokey and fake. ©Columbia Pictures/Courtesy Everett Collection He wanders into a retro pizzeria, straight outta Peoria, that's owned by former boxer Victor (Joshua Jackson) and his daughter Mia (Sadie Stanley) — flat, silly characters broadly performed by the actors like they're mugging for the opening credits of 'Full House.' This restaurant, surely to save on prop costs, seemingly just serves pepperoni. Smitten with Li, Mia whisks him to cool New York youth's hottest spots: Times Square and the San Genaro Festival. Victor needs to pay back his debt to one of New York's many MMA street fighter gangs, so Li offers to teach him Kung Fu. That's another flip of the script that flops. The montage of swatting at pizza paddles and punching olive oil cans is dumb and free of 'Rocky'-type chills. Against strict mom's wishes, Li eventually enters a karate tournament called the 5 Boroughs to help earn Victor his cash. Since Li is already brilliant at Kung Fu, it only takes a week for Mr. Han and Daniel (Macchio, suffering from fatigue) to get him ready. Easy peasy. 'Legends' is tense as plain Jello. 6 Jackie Chan's Mr. Han trained Li in Kung Fu. ©Columbia Pictures/Courtesy Everett Collection 6 Ralph Macchio was better used in the TV series 'Cobra Kai.' ©Columbia Pictures/Courtesy Everett Collection Wang, for what it's worth, is a charismatic and likable lead, who doesn't go overboard like all the ham sandwiches around him. He's not hilarious like Macchio was back in the day, but his smile is as powerful as his kicks. The 25-year-old newcomer is also actually proficient in martial arts, which lends reality to the fights. But the quick-cut way Entwistle depicts them doesn't take full advantage of Wang's abilities. They're not human enough; too 'Mortal Kombat.' Who, exactly, is this lazy, trotted-out exercise for? Macchio's dazed return would suggest it's nostalgia bait for older 'Karate Kid' fans, but 'Cobra Kai' already did that far better for six seasons. And it's hard to imagine the 'Euphoria' generation going gaga for a hackneyed teen movie that's, in fact, not nearly as edgy as the 1984 film was. Here there are less nunchucks, and more 'aww shucks.' 6 Wang is the best part of the film. ©Columbia Pictures/Courtesy Everett Collection The 'Legends' are let downs. All the film's got going for it is Wang. To almost quote Mr. Miyagi, there's no such thing as a bad student, only a bad movie.
NDTV
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Karate Kids: Legends: Ajay Devgn And Son Yug Lend Voices In Hindi Version
New Delhi: Ajay Devgn and his son Yug are onboard to lend voices in the Hindi version of Karate Kid: Legends. The Jackie Chan film marks Ajay Devgn's first-ever voiceover for an international film in his illustrious career. Ajay Devgn lends his voice to the iconic character Mr Han portrayed by Jackie Chan, while Yug makes his debut as LiFong (played by BenWang in the original). Trade analyst Taran Adarsh shared the news on his Instagram feed. It read, "AJAY DEVGN - YUG DEVGAN LEND THEIR VOICES TO 'KARATE KID: LEGENDS' *HINDI* VERSION - 30 MAY 2025 RELEASE... In a groundbreaking collaboration, #SonyPicturesEntertainmentIndia has brought together #AjayDevgn and his son #YugDevgan for the #Hindi version of #KarateKid: #Legends. #AjayDevgn lends his voice to the iconic character Mr Han [portrayed by #JackieChan], while #YugDevgan makes his much-anticipated debut as #LiFong [played by #BenWang in the original]. This marks #AjayDevgn's first-ever voiceover for an international film in his illustrious career. #SonyPicturesEntertainmentIndia will release #KarateKidLegends in #Indian *cinemas* on 30 May 2025 in #English, #Hindi, #Tamil and #Telugu." Take a look: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Taran Adarsh (@taranadarsh) Karate Kid: Legends is directed by Jonathan Entwistle and written by Rob Lieber. Featuring a storyline placed three years after the events of the television series Cobra Kai (2018-2025), it is the sixth film in The Karate Kid franchise, following The Karate Kid (2010). It stars Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio, both reprising their roles from previous films. Ben Wang is introduced as the main lead alongside Joshua Jackson, Sadie Stanley, and Ming-Na Wen. It is the first film in the series not to be produced by Jerry Weintraub, who died in 2015. The film is slated for a release in India on May 30.
Yahoo
01-04-2025
- Entertainment
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Barco Announces Upcoming 2025 Sony Pictures Titles for Release in HDR: KARATE KID: LEGENDS, 28 YEARS LATER
LAS VEGAS, March 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- On the first day of CinemaCon 2025, the annual gathering of theater owners in Las Vegas, Barco, announced upcoming Sony Pictures titles to be released in premium HDR by Barco. Barco, the global leader in laser cinema, debuted the groundbreaking HDR by Barco experience last fall as part of a special exhibition in select markets in the U.S. and U.K. It is now rolling out the format, beginning with locations in Los Angeles and San Francisco. KARATE KID: LEGENDS - May 30, 2025Karate Kid: Legends unites the iconic martial arts masters of one of the most beloved film franchises of all time to tell a completely new story full of action and heart. When kung fu prodigy Li Fong (Ben Wang) relocates to New York City with his mother to attend a prestigious new school, he finds solace in a new friendship with a classmate and her father. But his newfound peace is short-lived after he attracts unwanted attention from a formidable local karate champion. Driven by a desire to defend himself, Li embarks on a journey to enter the ultimate karate competition. Guided by the wisdom of his kung fu teacher, Mr. Han (Jackie Chan), and the legendary Karate Kid, Daniel LaRusso (Ralph Macchio), Li merges their unique styles to prepare for an epic martial arts by Jonathan Entwistle. Written by Rob Lieber. Produced by Karen Rosenfelt. Executive Producers are Jenny Hinkey and Ralph Macchio. The film stars Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio, Ben Wang, Joshua Jackson, Sadie Stanley and Ming-Na Wen. 28 YEARS LATER - June 20, 2025Academy Award®-winning director Danny Boyle and Academy Award®-nominated writer Alex Garland reunite for 28 Years Later, a terrifying new story set in the world created by 28 Days Later. It's been almost three decades since the rage virus escaped a biological weapons laboratory, and now, still in a ruthlessly enforced quarantine, some have found ways to exist amidst the infected. One such group of survivors lives on a small island connected to the mainland by a single, heavily-defended causeway. When one of the group leaves the island on a mission into the dark heart of the mainland, he discovers secrets, wonders, and horrors that have mutated not only the infected but other survivors as by Danny Boyle. Written by Alex Garland. Produced by Andrew Macdonald, Peter Rice, Bernard Bellew, Danny Boyle and Alex Garland. Executive Producer is Cillian Murphy. The film stars Jodie Comer, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Jack O'Connell, Alfie Williams and Ralph Fiennes. Based on the company's patented Lightsteering technology, Barco's approach to HDR works by strategically redistributing light on screen to produce highlights that are over 6x brighter than traditional projection, while retaining rich details in the darks for greater depth, clarity, and range. HDR by Barco delivers expansive creative possibilities for filmmakers, producing a wide color gamut with high-contrast images that captivate audiences. For tickets as well as more information on HDR by Barco and to stay up-to-date with the latest news on locations and upcoming release, visit: About Barco Barco, headquartered in Kortrijk (Belgium), is a global technology company leading in visualization, networking, and collaboration solutions. Its innovative technologies drive advancements in the healthcare, enterprise, and entertainment markets. At the heart of Barco's success are over 3,000 dedicated 'visioneers', each passionately contributing to driving change through on Euronext (BAR), Reuters ( and Bloomberg (BAR BB), Barco realized sales of 947 million euro in 2024. For further insights, please visit or connect on LinkedIn, YouTube, Instagram, and Visioneering a bright tomorrow. © 2025 View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Barco, Inc.
