by Bruce Lee – Though gone too soon, his influence in 2025 remains stronger than ever through documentaries, biopics, and a new museum in Hong Kong.
Jackie Chan – Still making public appearances and mentoring young martial artists, Jackie remains a living legend at 71.
Jet Li – Health challenges slowed him down, but his spiritual journey and recent cameo in a Chinese epic have brought him back into the spotlight.
Donnie Yen – After John Wick 4, Donnie continues to balance Hollywood and Chinese cinema, recently producing a new martial arts series.
Michelle Yeoh – Fresh off her historic Oscar win, she’s a global icon in both martial arts and acting.
Sammo Hung – Known for his versatility and power, Sammo has shifted more to directing and mentoring but remains active in the industry.
Tony Jaa – Thailand’s top martial artist is back with a 2025 sequel to Ong-Bak, continuing to push boundaries at 49.
Iko Uwais – The Indonesian star of The Raid is now one of Southeast Asia’s top action exports, recently joining a major international franchise.
Cynthia Rothrock – The “Queen of Martial Arts” is still kicking, starring in action thrillers and training the next generation of female fighters.
Wu Jing – China’s modern action star has become a box office giant and military film specialist.
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