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‘Street Fighter’ trailer arrives after four stars celebrate in Tokyo’s Shinjuku

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

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  • The latest trailer for the new live-action “Street Fighter” film was released online after a promotional event in Tokyo’s Shinjuku district.
  • Andrew Koji, Noah Centineo, Callina Liang and Jason Momoa attended an after-party with media, creators and cosplayers.
  • The film follows Ryu, Ken and Chun-Li as they enter a world fighting tournament concealing a larger conspiracy, and opens in Taiwan on Oct. 16.

The new live-action “Street Fighter” movie has released its latest trailer, giving fans a closer look at the characters and action after a lively launch event in Tokyo’s Shinjuku district.

The film’s four leading actors, Andrew Koji as Ryu, Noah Centineo as Ken, Callina Liang as Chun-Li and Jason Momoa as Blanka, continued the celebration at an after-party with journalists, creators and cosplayers. Momoa spoke warmly about his connection to Japan and the game, saying, “I love Japan, and I love ‘Street Fighter,’” while expressing hope that audiences would truly enjoy the film. Centineo and Liang thanked the creators and media who had traveled to attend.

Koji joined a cosplayer in performing Ryu’s signature Hadouken pose for photographs. The trailer itself shows Ryu using the move and highlights the brotherly bond between Ryu and Ken. Liang’s Chun-Li displays her trademark kicking techniques.

I love Japan, and I love ‘Street Fighter.’

— Jason MomoaMomoa discussed his affection for Japan and the franchise at the film’s Tokyo after-party.

The preview also features extensive fight scenes, familiar game sound effects and visual details designed to pay tribute to the original. The story brings estranged Ryu and Ken back together after Chun-Li recruits them for the World Warriors fighting tournament. What begins as a straightforward competition hides a conspiracy, forcing the two men to confront each other in the ring as well as their buried pasts and inner demons.

The film is scheduled to open in Taiwan on Oct. 16.

We are truly very grateful!

— Noah Centineo and Callina LiangThe actors thanked creators and media members who traveled to the promotional event.
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