Donnie Yen cast in Disney's live-action Mulan
- 6 years ago
Donnie Yen is about to get down to business to defeat the huns, as he is to star in Disney's live-action 'Mulan' movie.
The 54-year-old actor has been cast in the role of Commander Tung, a mentor and teacher to Mulan, Deadline reports.
The much-anticipated Disney remake will see Chinese actress Liu Yifei star in the titular role, with Donnie becoming the first major addition to the cast since that original announcement.
But before the film can head into production, there are a number of key roles that still need to be filled, including the male lead Shang, Mulan's dragon Mushu and the villain Shan-Yu.
Despite his recent appearances in high-profile movies, Donnie previously bemoaned the lack of opportunities for Asian men in Hollywood.
The 54-year-old actor has been cast in the role of Commander Tung, a mentor and teacher to Mulan, Deadline reports.
The much-anticipated Disney remake will see Chinese actress Liu Yifei star in the titular role, with Donnie becoming the first major addition to the cast since that original announcement.
But before the film can head into production, there are a number of key roles that still need to be filled, including the male lead Shang, Mulan's dragon Mushu and the villain Shan-Yu.
Despite his recent appearances in high-profile movies, Donnie previously bemoaned the lack of opportunities for Asian men in Hollywood.