Jackie Chan Appears Charismatic as a Martial Arts Teacher Through the Trailer of 'KARATE KID: LEGENDS'

Kapanlagi.com - Recently, Sony Pictures has released a new official trailer for the film KARATE KID: LEGENDS after it was first launched at the CinemaCon 2025 event. In the clip, it is seen that Jackie Chan reprises his role as Mr. Han and becomes a mentor to the main character alongside Daniel LaRusso (Ralph Macchio). Although he has aged, the legendary actor from Hong Kong still manages to amaze the audience with his martial arts acting skills.

It is known that the film KARATE KID: LEGENDS is directed by Jonathan Entwistle, the same person behind the popular series THE END OF THE F***ING WORLD. Additionally, the film is reported to premiere starting at the end of May.

1. The Fusion of Karate and Kungfu

Jackie Chan returns as Mr. Han in KARATE KID: LEGENDS. (credit: instagram.com/karatekidmovie)

Based on the latest trailer released by Sony Pictures, the martial arts forms of kungfu and karate will be combined in the upcoming film KARATE KID: LEGENDS. This fusion arises because the main character is considered to need new and special techniques to face his opponent in a karate tournament.

Kungfu itself is a weaponless martial art originating from China that tends to rely on kicking or hand strikes to incapacitate opponents. In the film KARATE KID, this skill is mastered by Jackie Chan. Meanwhile, karate is a similar form of martial arts that comes from Okinawa, Japan.

2. Sequel to the Previous Film Released 15 Years Ago

Jackie Chan returns as Mr. Han in KARATE KID: LEGENDS. (credit: youtube.com/@sonypictures)

Dozens of years after the release of THE KARATE KID (2010), this time the film KARATE KID: LEGENDS will focus on the story of a teenager named Li Fong played by Ben Wang. The main actor in the film is a young actor from Shanghai who was born at the beginning of the year 2000. The script for this sequel is written by Rob Lieber.

Although still young, Ben Wang's acting ability has successfully amazed many who saw him for the first time in the trailer. Not only that, Jackie Chan's comeback in the KARATE KID franchise has also drawn attention from netizens who miss him. The reunion between Mr. Han and Daniel LaRusso has heightened excitement for the sequel to the film.

3. Synopsis of KARATE KID: LEGENDS

Jackie Chan returns as Mr. Han in KARATE KID: LEGENDS. (credit: instagram.com/karatekidmovie)

Li Fong, a kung fu expert from Beijing, must leave his hometown for New York to follow his mother's work schedule. There, he tries to start a new chapter despite finding it difficult to adapt to the unfamiliar environment and culture. Li Fong's move to this new city then presents him with various challenges.

Unexpectedly, the young man accidentally causes trouble with a local karate champion known for being aggressive in fights. In fact, this person is considered unbeatable by anyone. Li Fong, unable to avoid confrontation with him, decides to enter a prestigious karate competition in his area.

In the process of preparing himself, Li Fong chooses to train again with his esteemed mentor, Mr. Han. However, the mentor finds it difficult to train him due to age factors, so he seeks help from Mr. Miyagi's student, Daniel LaRusso. The two then create a new approach in his training, combining karate techniques with kung fu.

4. Challenges to Face

Jackie Chan returns as Mr. Han in KARATE KID: LEGENDS. (credit: instagram.com/karatekidmovie)

The return of the KARATE KID film series certainly presents its own challenges. Thousands, even millions, of expectations are being thrown at the film, especially since this is its release after more than a decade.

The film KARATE KID: LEGENDS is overshadowed by a great hope to deliver consistent martial arts action, nostalgia, and a strong narrative well. This film is also expected to touch the hearts of viewers who have watched the first part over a decade ago.

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