Two branches, one tree. Ben Wang is the new Karate Kid bringing two martial arts styles together in “Karate Kid: Legends”

Arriving in PH cinemas on May 28

A worldwide search was on for the actor who will take on the mantle of Karate Kid for Karate Kid: Legends, and producer Karen Rosenfelt felt that Ben Wang was the perfect fit for the role. “It’s always like threading a needle when you're looking for the center of a film,” she says. “I couldn't be happier with Ben. He’s exactly what I saw in my mind. I think he’s the Marty McFly of our generation. He’s so talented—he performed most of his own stunts—and I think he’s got an amazing career ahead of him.”

Watch the new trailer: https://youtu.be/BtACuGrq2uA

The legends are back. Ralph Macchio and Jackie Chan team up for “Karate Kid: Legends” Arriving in PH cinemas on May 28

It’s only a matter of time that legends Ralph Macchio and Jackie Chan come together for the ultimate martial arts film, and time has finally come in Karate Kid: Legends. “Bringing these two legends together is beyond a producer's dream,” says producer Karen Rosenfelt. “What’s fresh and unique about this movie is that both Mr. Han and Daniel LaRusso are training a Chinese, Mandarin-speaking boy. It's a story about family and recovering what's important. And it works as a standalone if you have never seen a Karate Kid film, and it’s also a love letter to those who were there for The Karate Kid in 1984.”

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Family. Honor. Tradition. Legacy. Watch the new trailer for “Karate Kid: Legends”

A new generation of fighters emerge in “Karate Kid: Legends,” starring Ben Wang, Jackie Chan, and original Karate Kid Ralph Macchio. 

Watch the new trailer: https://youtu.be/BtACuGrq2uA

Ben Wang stars as Li Fong, a kung fu student who moves halfway across the world from China to New York City.  Trying to fit into a whole new environment, trouble finds him and forces him to fight. With a karate tournament looming, his kung fu teacher Mr. Han (Jackie Chan) enlists the help of Daniel LaRusso (Ralph Macchio) to help Li understand a new fighting discipline.

Get ready for the ultimate martial arts showdown as the first trailer for “Karate Kid: Legends” drops

Two branches. One tree. Jackie Chan, Ben Wang, and Ralph Macchio star in Karate Kid: Legends, coming soon in Philippine cinemas.

Watch the trailer: https://youtu.be/SzOE-C7PeqA?si=RTJHl6illcA5LpD_

About Karate Kid: Legends:

In Karate Kid: Legends, after a family tragedy, kung fu prodigy Li Fong (Ben Wang) is uprooted from his home in Beijing and forced to move to New York City with his mother. Li struggles to let go of his past as he tries to fit in with his new classmates, and although he doesn't want to fight, trouble seems to find him everywhere. When a new friend needs his help, Li enters a karate competition – but his skills alone aren't enough. Li's kung fu teacher Mr. Han (Jackie Chan) enlists original Karate Kid Daniel LaRusso (Ralph Macchio) for help, and Li learns a new way to fight, merging their two styles into one for the ultimate martial arts showdown. Karate Kid: Legends is directed by Jonathan Entwistle, and written by Rob Lieber. The film is produced by Karen Rosenfelt, with executive producers Jenny Hinky and Ralph Macchio

Take a look at the first poster for newest entry in the iconic film series, “Karate Kid: Legends,” starring Jackie Chan, Ben Wang, and Ralph Macchio

Legends are forever. Jackie Chan, Ben Wang, and Ralph Macchio star in Karate Kid: Legends, coming soon to cinemas.

About Karate Kid: Legends:

Karate Kid: Legends is directed by Jonathan Entwistle, written by Rob Lieber, and produced by Karen Rosenfelt. Executive producers are Jenny Hinkey and Ralph Macchio. The film stars Jackie Chan, Ralph Macchio, Ben Wang, Joshua Jackson, Sadie Stanley, and Ming-Na Wen.

Credits are not final and are subject to chance.

Coming soon in Philippine cinemas, Karate Kid: Legend is distributed in the Philippines by Columbia Pictures, local office of Sony Pictures Releasing International. Connect with the hashtag #KarateKidMovie @columbiapicph

Photo & Video Credit: “Columbia Pictures”