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Hindustan Times
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Ajay Devgn to voice Jackie Chan's character as son Yug Devgn makes debut with Karate Kid: Legends; everything to know
It's official: one of Bollywood's coolest dad-son duos just kicked their way into one of the most iconic martial arts franchises of all time. Proud mom and wife, Kajol recently took to social media to drop a major announcement — and no, it's not a throwback family photo. It's about husband Ajay Devgn and their son Yug Devgn lending their voices to the Hindi version of Karate Kid: Legends. Yes, that Karate Kid. And yes, this marks Yug's voice debut and Ajay's first-ever voiceover for an international film. Big stuff. The film — featuring Jackie Chan, Ben Wang, and the original karate kid himself Ralph Macchio — is a fresh chapter in the franchise. In the Hindi version, Ajay will voice the legendary Mr. Han (Jackie Chan's character), and Yug will voice Li Fong, the new karate kid portrayed by Ben Wang. Set in New York City, Karate Kid: Legends follows Li Fong, a kung fu prodigy navigating life in a new school while dealing with bullies, identity, and a dramatic face-off with a local karate champ. With Mr. Han (Jackie Chan) and Daniel LaRusso (Ralph Macchio) as his mentors, this is not just another fight movie — it's a story of growth, grit, and finding your way. And now, in Hindi, it'll sound very Devgn. Sony Pictures India broke the news with an adorable photo of Ajay and Yug, captioned: 'The master has a new voice. So does the student! Ajay Devgn and Yug Devgan are all set to bring Jackie Chan and Ben Wang's epic journey to life in #KarateKidLegends (Hindi).👊 Kick into action with the Hindi trailer dropping soon.' Naturally, the internet had thoughts. One user wrote, 'This is the best decision to debut his son.' Another chimed in with, 'Like father, like son, stepping into the shoes.' And while a few comments just dropped fire emojis, the vibe is clear — fans are loving this father-son energy. From Bollywood action hero to sensei of the Hindi-dubbed dojo, Mr. Devgn is stepping into a new role and this time, with his real-life student right beside him. Karate Kid: Legends just got a desi upgrade; catch the movie on May 30.
Time of India
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Ajay Devgn's son Yug set to make movie debut with Jackie Chan's new 'Karate Kid' movie. But here's the twist
Bollywood actor Ajay Devgn is all set to voice a character in an international film for the first time. Joining him in this special project is his son, Yug Devgan , who is making his voice acting debut. The father-son duo will lend their voices to the Hindi version of Karate Kid: Legends, the sixth installment in the Karate Kid film franchise. Ajay will voice Mr Han, the role originally portrayed by Jackie Chan, while Yug takes on the role of Li Fong, played by Ben Wang in the film. This marks not just a debut for Yug but also his first creative collaboration with his father. The announcement was made by Sony Pictures India through Instagram, where a picture of Ajay and Yug was posted alongside the caption, 'The master has a new voice. So does the student! Ajay Devgn and Yug Devgan are all set to bring Jackie Chan and Ben Wang's epic journey to life in #KarateKidLegends (Hindi). Kick into action with the Hindi trailer dropping soon.' Film Premise and Setting Directed by Jonathan Entwistle and written by Rob Lieber, Karate Kid: Legends takes place three years after the finale of the Cobra Kai series (2018–2025). The storyline centers on Li Fong, a talented kung fu student who relocates to New York City. Struggling to adapt to a new school, he ends up forming unexpected friendships while preparing for a major confrontation with a local karate champion. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like I tried this cloth while it was on sale—now I need more CleanDaily Learn More Undo Li's journey of growth is shaped by the mentorship of two iconic characters—Mr Han and Daniel LaRusso, played by Ralph Macchio. The film explores themes of self-discovery, resilience, and mentorship, keeping with the legacy of the franchise. Star Cast and Production Details Apart from Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio, the film stars Ben Wang in the lead role and features Joshua Jackson, Sadie Stanley, and Ming-Na Wen in supporting roles. This installment is notable for being the first in the series not produced by Jerry Weintraub, who passed away in 2015. Karate Kid: Legends will be released in theatres across India on May 30, 2025, and will be available in English, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu. Sony Pictures Entertainment India is distributing the film. Audience Reactions and Industry Buzz The news of Yug Devgan's debut alongside his father has garnered a lot of attention on social media. Comments flooded Sony Pictures India's post, with many users expressing excitement. One user remarked, 'Can't wait to hear Yug. Yug's debut is already iconic,' while another wrote, 'ICONIC pairing, period. Loving this father-son energy.' The pairing has clearly resonated with fans, who praised the casting and the novelty of the collaboration. Trade analyst Taran Adarsh also shared the announcement, stating, '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.' Ajay Devgn's Current Projects Ajay Devgn was last seen in Raid 2, co-starring Riteish Deshmukh and Vaani Kapoor. The film, which released on May 1, received mixed to positive reviews but performed strongly at the box office. It crossed Rs 125 crore in India within 12 days of its release. Karate Kid: Legends is scheduled for release on May 30, 2025, in multiple languages across India.
Economic Times
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
Ajay Devgn's son Yug set to make movie debut with Jackie Chan's new 'Karate Kid' movie. But here's the twist
Ajay Devgn and his son Yug Devgan have come together for the Hindi version of Karate Kid: Legends, with Ajay voicing Mr Han (originally played by Jackie Chan) and Yug making his voice acting debut as Li Fong (played by Ben Wang). This marks Ajay's first international voiceover project and Yug's debut in the film industry. Directed by Jonathan Entwistle, the film is set to release in India on May 30, 2025, in English, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Film Premise and Setting Star Cast and Production Details Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Audience Reactions and Industry Buzz Ajay Devgn's Current Projects Bollywood actor Ajay Devgn is all set to voice a character in an international film for the first time. Joining him in this special project is his son, Yug Devgan , who is making his voice acting debut. The father-son duo will lend their voices to the Hindi version of Karate Kid: Legends, the sixth installment in the Karate Kid film franchise. Ajay will voice Mr Han, the role originally portrayed by Jackie Chan, while Yug takes on the role of Li Fong, played by Ben Wang in the marks not just a debut for Yug but also his first creative collaboration with his father. The announcement was made by Sony Pictures India through Instagram, where a picture of Ajay and Yug was posted alongside the caption, 'The master has a new voice. So does the student! Ajay Devgn and Yug Devgan are all set to bring Jackie Chan and Ben Wang's epic journey to life in #KarateKidLegends (Hindi). Kick into action with the Hindi trailer dropping soon.'Directed by Jonathan Entwistle and written by Rob Lieber, Karate Kid: Legends takes place three years after the finale of the Cobra Kai series (2018–2025). The storyline centers on Li Fong, a talented kung fu student who relocates to New York City. Struggling to adapt to a new school, he ends up forming unexpected friendships while preparing for a major confrontation with a local karate journey of growth is shaped by the mentorship of two iconic characters—Mr Han and Daniel LaRusso, played by Ralph Macchio. The film explores themes of self-discovery, resilience, and mentorship, keeping with the legacy of the from Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio, the film stars Ben Wang in the lead role and features Joshua Jackson, Sadie Stanley, and Ming-Na Wen in supporting roles. This installment is notable for being the first in the series not produced by Jerry Weintraub, who passed away in Kid: Legends will be released in theatres across India on May 30, 2025, and will be available in English, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu. Sony Pictures Entertainment India is distributing the news of Yug Devgan's debut alongside his father has garnered a lot of attention on social media. Comments flooded Sony Pictures India's post, with many users expressing excitement. One user remarked, 'Can't wait to hear Yug. Yug's debut is already iconic,' while another wrote, 'ICONIC pairing, period. Loving this father-son energy.' The pairing has clearly resonated with fans, who praised the casting and the novelty of the analyst Taran Adarsh also shared the announcement, stating, '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.'Ajay Devgn was last seen in Raid 2, co-starring Riteish Deshmukh and Vaani Kapoor. The film, which released on May 1, received mixed to positive reviews but performed strongly at the box office. It crossed Rs 125 crore in India within 12 days of its Kid: Legends is scheduled for release on May 30, 2025, in multiple languages across India.
Mint
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
Ajay Devgn's son Yug to mark his debut as voice actor, joins father in Jackie Chan's Karate Kid: Legends
Actor Ajay Devgn and Kajol's son Yug Devgan will be making his film debut soon with Jackie Chan's upcoming Karate Kid: Legends. Yug will lend his voice alongside his father, Ajay, for the Hindi version of the film. The film also stars Ben Wang, and Daniel LaRusso in the lead. While Ajay will be the voice for the legendary character of Mr Han (played by Jackie Chan), Yug will make his debut as Li Fong (played by Ben Wang). What makes this even more special is that it's not just Yug's first film project – it's also his very first collaboration with his father, Ajay Devgn. Confirming the same, Sony Pictures India on Tuesday announced the exciting news. They shared a photo of Ajay and Yug and wrote in the caption, 'The master has a new voice. So does the student! Ajay Devgn and Yug Devgan are all set to bring Jackie Chan and Ben Wang's epic journey to life in #KarateKidLegends (Hindi). Kick into action with the Hindi trailer dropping soon.' Reacting to the news, a user wrote in the comments, 'Can't wait to hear Yug. Yug's debut is already iconic.' 'ICONIC pairing, period. Loving this father-son energy,' added another. Someone also commented, 'They understood the dub assignment.' Set in New York City, Karate Kid: Legends revolves around the story of Li Fong, a young kung fu prodigy who navigates a new school and forges unlikely friendships. As he's drawn into a high-stakes face-off with a local karate champion, Li is mentored by Mr. Han (Jackie Chan) and the iconic Daniel LaRusso (Ralph Macchio). Under their guidance, Li embarks on a powerful journey of growth, self-discovery, and bravery. The film is set to release in theatres across India on May 30. It will be available in English, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu. It will be distributed by Sony Pictures Entertainment India. Ajay's last release was Raid 2, alongside Riteish Deshmukh and Vaani Kapoor in key roles. It was released on May 1. Besides Karate Kids: Legends, Ajay has several films in the pipeline, including Son of Sardaar 2, De De Pyaar De 2, Ranger and Dhamaal 4.
Hindustan Times
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Ajay Devgn's son Yug debuts with dad in Karate Kid: Legends, but there's a catch
Ajay Devgn and Kajol's son Yug Devgan is all set to make his film debut with the Karate Kid: Legends. Yug, along with his father Ajay, will lend his voice to the Hindi version of the film, which stars Jackie Chan, Ben Wang, and Daniel LaRusso in lead roles. (Also read: Ajay Devgn says there is no point in blaming officers or corruption: 'Woh hum mein se ek hain') Ajay will voice the iconic character of Mr Han, portrayed by Jackie Chan, while Yug will make his debut as Li Fong, the film's lead character played by Ben Wang. This marks Ajay's first ever voice over for an international film and his collaboration with son Yug. The film's makers, Sony Pictures India, broke the news on Instagram on Tuesday with an endearing picture of Ajay and Yug. The caption read, 'The master has a new voice. So does the student! Ajay Devgn and Yug Devgan are all set to bring Jackie Chan and Ben Wang's epic journey to life in #KarateKidLegends (Hindi).👊 Kick into action with the Hindi trailer dropping soon.' A post shared by Sony Pictures IN (@sonypicturesin) Set in New York City, Karate Kid: Legends follows kung fu prodigy Li Fong as he adjusts to life in a new school, forges unexpected bonds, and is drawn into an intense showdown with a local karate champion. Under the guidance of his teacher Mr. Han (Jackie Chan) and the legendary Daniel LaRusso (Ralph Macchio), Li embarks on a transformative journey of self-discovery, courage, and growth. Sony Pictures Entertainment India will release Karate Kid: Legends in theatres on May 30 in English, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu. Ajay was last seen in Raid 2, which also starred Riteish Deshmukh and Vaani Kapoor key roles. The film received mixed-to-positive reviews but did well at the box office, crossing the ₹125 crore mark in India within just 12 days of its release on May 1.
