Karate Kid: Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio will star in the new film and the young protagonist will be chosen in an open casting

Through a video broadcast on social networks, Sony Pictures officially announced the return to the big screen of the hitherto eternal Karate Kid franchise, which could premiere in late 2024 or early 2025.

In this exciting announcement, Ralph Macchio, star of the original Cobra Kai films and series, and Jackie Chan, who co-starred with Jaden Smith in the 2010 episode, share their excitement for the upcoming production.

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According to La Vanguardia, the famous actors in the video also reveal that they are looking for the ideal actor to become the new face of the Karate Kid.

For those who meet the desired requirements, Sony Pictures will provide an email address where young people between the ages of 15 and 17, of Chinese descent or Chinese descent, can apply to star.

The interesting thing is that it is not necessary to have experience in acting, which means a unique opportunity for those who want to take their first steps in the film world.

Possible plot of the new Karate Kid

Under the direction of Jonathan Entwistle and the script by Rob Lieber, this new installment of The Karate Kid is expected to surprise fans with a plot that merges the worlds of the old Karate Kid from the 90s and that of Jaden Smith from 2010. published by Gizmodo.

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Excitement and anticipation are at an all-time high as fans of the saga eagerly await the premiere of this new installment of Karate Kid, which promises to captivate audiences of all ages and transport them to a world full of action, emotion and valuable life lessons . .