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Tony Jaa

Tatchakorn Yeerum, better known Tony Jaa, is a martial artist, actor, and director who transformed Thai action cinema with his intense, acrobatic fighting style. Inspired by Bruce Lee, Jackie Chan, and Jet Li, he trained in Muay Thai and gymnastics, developing a breathtaking mix of speed, agility, and raw power. Jaa got his start in the film industry as a stunt double in Mortal Kombat: Annihilation (1997), where his impressive athleticism caught the eye of director Panna Rittikrai. Under Rittikrai’s mentorship, Jaa honed his craft and eventually starred in Ong-Bak: Muay Thai Warrior (2003). The film, featuring real, wire-free stunts and bone-crunching Muay Thai, revolutionized Thai action cinema and gained worldwide acclaim.

Filmography

2024
Striking Rescue

as Bai An

Movie
2023
Expend4bles

as Decha

Movie
2020
Monster Hunter

as The Hunter

Movie
2018
Master Z: Ip Man Legacy

as Sadi the Warrior

Movie
2017
xXx: Return of Xander Cage

as Talon

Movie
2016
Never Back Down: No Surrender

as Tony Jaa

Movie
2015
Furious 7

as Kiet

Movie