If you grew up playing Street Fighter or just love a great action-packed movie, you’re in for some exciting news.
Legendary Pictures is rebooting the beloved video game franchise for the big screen — and they’re bringing in some serious star power to make this one unforgettable.
Jason Momoa Might Be Taking On The Role of Blanka
You know Jason Momoa from blockbusters like Aquaman and Dune, right? Well, after his huge success with The Minecraft Movie, he’s reportedly in talks to play Blanka — the wild, green-skinned fighter known for his electrifying moves and beast-like strength.
Fans already love Momoa’s charisma and screen presence, so seeing him channel that energy into a character like Blanka sounds like a perfect match.
South African fans are buzzing, wondering how far the transformation will go — will we get the full green look and that famous grin before Blanka’s iconic thunder roll? Only time will tell.
Roman Reigns Could Be Playing Akuma
It’s not just Momoa joining the fight. WWE superstar Roman Reigns is also in the mix for a big role.
Known for his dominance in wrestling and appearances in movies like Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw, Reigns is reportedly being eyed to play Akuma — the fierce, red-haired villain who’s fueled by dark energy and legendary in the Street Fighter world.
With Reigns’ physicality and commanding presence, he seems like a natural fit to bring this intimidating character to life on screen.
A Director with a Vision
The film is directed by Kitao Sakurai, who’s worked on projects like Bad Trip and Twisted Metal. With Legendary Pictures teaming up with Capcom — the creators of Street Fighter — fans can expect a movie that stays true to the spirit of the games while delivering high-octane action.
A Fresh Chance to Shine for Street Fighter on Film
Street Fighter has been adapted before — remember the 1994 cult classic starring Jean-Claude Van Damme?
While that movie has its fans, this new reboot is raising the stakes with a star-studded cast and a modern approach.
Industry insiders say Hollywood is finally getting serious about video game movies, and with names like Momoa and Reigns attached, this could be the blockbuster fans have been waiting for.