The world of cinema is about to feel the kick again, with Ming-Na Wen joining the star-studded cast of Sony’s upcoming “Karate Kid” movie.
Ming-Na Wen Joins “Karate Kid”
Acclaimed actress Ming-Na Wen has officially been cast in the new iteration of “Karate Kid”, produced by Sony Pictures. While details about Wen’s role remain confidential, the rumors are swirling about her potential character in this much-anticipated film.
Her credentials include widely celebrated portrayals in Disney’s “The Book of Boba Fett”, “Mulan”, and “Marvel’s Agents of Shield”, solidifying her status as an industry titan.
A Winning Roster
Ben Wang, a rising star known for his role in “American Born Chinese”, will step into the leading role for the new film. Industry veterans Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio, the torchbearers from the franchise’s past films, will reprise their iconic roles.
Adding to the ensemble are Joshua Jackson and Sadie Stanley, rounding off to a captivating mix of talent and potential.
A Masterful Team Behind the Lens
Jonathan Entwistle, the creative mind behind Netflix’s “I Am Not Okay With This” and “The End of the F—ing World,” assumes the director’s chair for this film.
Rob Lieber, the pen behind “Peter Rabbit”, will work. Karen Rosenfelt has the reins as the film’s producer, assuring that the project is in more than capable hands.
“Karate Kid’s” Phenomenal Legacy
The new “Karate Kid” film is the latest installment of a franchise that boasts an impressive legacy. The pre-existing “Karate Kid” films have turned a global profit of $618 million. The franchise also inspired the Emmy-nominated Netflix series “Cobra Kai.”
The stakes are certainly high for the next chapter. Sony Pictures is planning a theatrical release for the film on December 13, 2024.
Looking Forward
Outside the “Karate Kid” project, Ming-Na Wen fans can look forward to seeing her in “Peachville,” where she will co-star alongside Academy Award nominee Paul Giamatti and Simon Pegg.
With a new star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame added to her list of achievements in May 2023, Wen is set to captivate
