Ben Wang plays Li Fong in the movie, a new student who is coached by Daniel and Mr. Han. Following a comprehensive worldwide talent hunt, Wang, a breakout performer from “American Born Chinese,” was chosen.
Karate Kid: Legends, an intriguing new chapter in the Karate Kid saga, will be released in theatres on May 30. In this most recent film, martial arts icon Jackie Chan, who played Mr. Han in the 2010 Karate Kid remake, teams up with franchise veteran Ralph Macchio, who reprises his legendary role as Daniel LaRusso.
Ben Wang plays Li Fong in the movie, a new student who is coached by Daniel and Mr. Han. After a thorough worldwide talent hunt, Wang—a breakout star from American Born Chinese—was chosen. His proficiency in martial arts disciplines including taekwondo, wing chun, and karate impressed casting directors. Wang said in an interview with Entertainment Weekly that he felt a strong connection to the subject and that it included elements of his early idols, such as Jackie Chan’s filmography.
