Kapanlagi.com - Iko Uwais has once again achieved recognition on the international stage. The Indonesian action actor has officially become one of the judges at the 7th Jackie Chan International Action Film Week 2026, held in Harbin, China, on August 10–12, 2026. This appointment is special as Iko was directly chosen by Jackie Chan and announced through his personal Instagram account.
"It is an honor to be selected by Jackie Chan to be a judge at Jackie Chan FF," wrote Iko in the caption of his post.
Based on the official poster he shared, the star of The Raid is entrusted with judging the Iron Man Awards category, an award aimed at stunt performers, action choreographers, and new talents in the action film industry.
1. Direct Appointment from Jackie Chan

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Iko's involvement in this seventh edition began with Jackie Chan's decision to choose him directly. This information was shared by Iko through a post on Instagram, marking his participation as Indonesia's representative on the jury of this international-scale event.
The announcement of Iko's participation was accompanied by the official event poster showcasing his role as a juror. In the post, he expressed his gratitude for the trust bestowed upon him.
2. Iko Uwais's Role in the Iron Man Awards

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The Jackie Chan International Action Film Week 2026 itself is focused in Harbin for three days, from August 10 to August 12, 2026, featuring a program that celebrates the works and practitioners of action cinema.
Iko also attended the 50th anniversary celebration of Jackie Chan's stunt team. He was present at the closing ceremony and honor gala held on August 12, 2026. Both events marked the closing moments of the three-day event in Harbin.
3. Become a Judge in a Special Category
The Iron Man Awards is an award category specifically dedicated to stunt performers, action choreographers, and new talents in the action film realm. This category highlights the creative and physical work of the professionals behind the action scenes.
The Jackie Chan International Action Film Week 2026 is part of the "Harbin Summer" celebration, a festival that brings together filmmakers, stunt performers, and action choreographers from various countries.
This event was initiated by Jackie Chan in 2015 and has evolved into one of the most influential platforms in China that pays special attention to the professionals behind the scenes of action films. This year's edition marks the revival of the festival after a five-year hiatus due to the pandemic, while also paving the way for the regeneration of new talents in the international action film industry.
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