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New ‘Wuxia’ Studio Unveils Their First Kung-Fu Comic Series Led By a Chinese American Heroine
A new entertainment studio that focuses on authentic martial arts culture has unveiled their first comic book series: “The Adept”. “The Adept” is an original story from entrepreneur, producer and activist Peter Shiao, written by Tasha Huo and Charlie Stickney with art done by…
· Bryan Ke
Elon Musk as Ming Dynasty official explaining DOGE in Ancient China is peak AI
An AI-created video of “Elon Musk” explaining what the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) is while dressed as a secret agent during the Ming Dynasty is going viral. Who’s behind it: Created by Bilibili user known as “Dark Tone,” the video was reportedly removed from the…
· Carl Samson
‘Godzilla x Kong,’ ‘Kung Fu Panda 4’ pass $500 million mark worldwide
“Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire” and “Kung Fu Panda 4” each surpassed the half-a-billion-dollar mark at the global box office over the weekend. Key points:
· Bryan Ke
‘Godzilla x Kong,’ Dev Patel’s ‘Monkey Man’ dominate weekend box office
“Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire” maintained its No. 1 spot at the weekend box office last week, while Dev Patel’s directorial film debut “Monkey Man” debuted at No. 2. Key points:
· Ryan General
German, Canadian nationals arrested for teaching Shaolin kung fu in Thailand
Two foreign nationals were arrested in Thailand for illegally teaching a Shaolin kung fu course at a local yoga center. Key points:
· Michelle De Pacina
Director of Donnie Yen’s ‘Kung Fu’ film adaptation hints at ‘franchise potential’
David Leitch, who will be directing the new “Kung Fu” film adaptation starring Donnie Yen, hinted at the potential for an international franchise following the reboot. Key points:
· Ryan General
Commentator says Shohei Ohtani benefits from Asian stereotypes amid interpreter’s gambling scandal
Sports commentator Bomani Jones says Americans’ perception of Asians as “solemn and very noble” could be influencing public perception of a gambling scandal involving Shohei Ohtani’s fired interpreter Ippei Mizuhara. Key points:
· Michelle De Pacina
How Jackie Chan and late ‘Dragon Ball’ creator Akira Toriyama inspired each other
“Dragon Ball,” which will mark its 40th anniversary later this year, traces its roots back to the inspiration of the iconic action star Jackie Chan. The kung-fu manga: In a 1995 interview with Japan’s Bird Land Press, manga artist Akira Toriyama expressed his admiration for…
· Bryan Ke
‘Kung Fu Panda 4’ dethrones ‘Dune’ at weekend box office
“Kung Fu Panda 4” surpassed “Dune: Part Two” to take the top spot at the weekend box office after making $58 million in the U.S. How it did: “Kung Fu Panda 4” opened with $58 million in the U.S. box office and $22 million globally on Friday, bringing its total worldwide earnings…
· Bryan Ke
Watch: BTS’ V, Jackie Chan team up in surprise Indonesian ad
BTS’ V and Jackie Chan have teamed up to be “best friends” in a surprise ad for an Indonesian investment platform. What we’re seeing: The SimInvest ad, which was posted on Friday and has since gone viral, shows K-pop superstar V, 28, and iconic Hong Kong actor Chan, 69, enjoying…
· Bryan Ke
Michelle Yeoh, Ke Huy Quan to present at 2024 Oscars
Michelle Yeoh and Ke Huy Quan, named best actress and best supporting actor at last year’s Oscars, have been tapped to return this year as presenters. Breaking the news: The Academy announced on Monday its full line-up of presenters for the 96th Oscars, which will take place at…
· Bryan Ke
Thousands gather for Lunar New Year parades in SF, NYC Chinatown
Tens of thousands of people gathered over the weekend to welcome the Year of the Dragon at the annual Lunar New Year parades in San Francisco and New York City’s Chinatowns. Why it matters: The parades are part of a week-long celebration for multiple cities across the United…
· Bryan Ke
‘American Born Chinese’ star Ben Wang lands ‘Karate Kid’ lead role
Sony Pictures has found its new “Karate Kid” in “American Born Chinese” actor Ben Wang. Breaking the news: The official “Karate Kid” movie Instagram page broke the casting news in a post on Tuesday, in which it welcomed Wang, 24, into the “Karate Kid Movie family.”
· Ryan General
Donnie Yen to lead ‘Kung Fu’ film adaptation: report
Donnie Yen is reportedly set to lead a feature film adaptation of the classic TV series, “Kung Fu.” A reimagining of a classic: The original “Kung Fu” TV series, which ran for three seasons on ABC starting in 1972, followed master martial artist Kwai Chang Caine (David…
· Bryan Ke
‘Kung Fu Panda 4’ poster for China unveiled
DreamWorks Animation has released a set of new posters for “Kung Fu Panda 4,” including one for the Chinese market featuring the two new characters voiced by Viola Davis and Awkwafina. What’s new: The new poster for China, which made rounds on X and Weibo over the weekend,…
· Bryan Ke
Awkwafina to lead San Francisco’s 2024 Chinese New Year parade
Awkwafina has been tapped to head San Francisco’s Chinese New Year Parade as grand marshal. What she’ll do: The actor and rapper, whose real name is Nora Lum, 35, will kick off this year’s Chinese New Year Festival and Parade with the lighting of ceremonial firecrackers. She…
· Michelle De Pacina
Video: The ‘Dragon Ball’ musical performance that attracted over 350M live viewers
The Dragon Ball musical performance by Chinese youth dance troupe O-DOG at Bilibili’s New Year’s Eve gala in China attracted over 350 million live viewers. The performance: The performance, celebrating the 40th anniversary of “Dragon Ball” and the lunar Year of the Dragon,…
· Bryan Ke
Ke Huy Quan tapped to lead action film ‘With Love’ directed by Jonathan Eusebio
Ke Huy Quan has been tapped to play a lead role in the action movie “With Love” from Universal Studios, which will serve as his first feature role since the success of A24’s “Everything Everywhere All At Once.” About the project: Although details for “With Love” are still being…
· Bryan Ke
New ‘Kung Fu Panda 4’ image shows Po defeating manta ray-like villain
Universal Pictures has released a new teaser photo for “Kung Fu Panda 4,” showing Po claiming victory against a manta ray-like creature. What it shows: The image, released through Total Film’s X post on Thursday, shows Po in his Dragon Warrior costume sitting on the back of the…
· Bryan Ke
Jack Black joins Jason Momoa in ‘Minecraft’ movie adaptation
Jack Black will star alongside Jason Momoa in Warner Bros.’ adaptation of the hit sandox game “Minecraft,” with production set to begin soon. The scoop: Black will reportedly play Steve, the main character of the franchise, according to Deadline. The movie, however, will be led…