Ben Wang has been cast as the lead in the new ‘Karate Kid’ movie. The worldwide search for this role has finally ended. The sought-after role called for thousands of young actors to audition, and Wang’s talent stood out.
Wang, who previously starred in the Disney+ series “American Born Chinese,” is skilled in martial arts and fluent in Mandarin. The movie will unite Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio, reprising their iconic roles from the original “Karate Kid” franchise.
The film, directed by Jonathan Entwistle, has an anticipated release date of Dec. 13, 2024. The “Karate Kid” franchise has had global success, with the Emmy-nominated Netflix series “Cobra Kai” reigniting a rivalry between main characters from the original movies.
