12 months ago
Vidyut Jammwal Debuts in 'Street Fighter' Reboot
A new 'Street Fighter' movie is in production, set to release on October 16, 2026.
It's based on the popular fighting game.
Vidyut Jammwal will make his Hollywood debut as Dhalsim, a character known for fire-spitting.
The film will be directed by Kitao Sakurai and features actors like Andrew Koji and Jason Momoa.
Dhalsim is a peaceful yogi who fights to support his family in the game.
Vidyut Jammwal is cast in the 'Street Fighter' reboot, marking his Hollywood debut.
The film is scheduled to be released on October 16, 2026.
The movie is a live-action adaptation of the 'Street Fighter' fighting game.
Kitao Sakurai is directing the film.
The cast includes Andrew Koji, Noah Centineo, Jason Momoa, and others.
- Who
- Vidyut Jammwal, Andrew Koji, Noah Centineo, Jason Momoa, and others
- What
- Live-action reboot of 'Street Fighter'
- Where
- Worldwide
- When
- October 16, 2026 (release date)
- Why
- To bring the Street Fighter video game to the big screen
Key facts
- Release Date
- October 16, 2026
- Director
- Kitao Sakurai
- Based On
- Street Fighter video game
- Vidyut Jammwal's Role
- Dhalsim
- Other Actors
- Andrew Koji, Noah Centineo, Jason Momoa, and others
- Production
- Paramount Pictures, Legendary Entertainment, Capcom
- First Game Released
- 1987
Timeline
US approved the Paramount-Skydance merger for $8 billion.
Federal regulators also cleared the deal.
Then, Paramount and Skydance merged.
Under new ownership, Paramount eyes long-term growth.
Paramount struck a distribution deal, including a 'Street Fighter' movie.
Quotes
Paramount Pictures
The studio producing the film
“Secrets don’t last long in the arena—Street Fighter is now in production. In theaters October 16, 2026. Let the tournament begin!”
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Sources
Street Fighter movie gets official release date and game-inspired teaser
Vidyut Jammwal’s Hollywood debut ‘Street Fighter’ to hit screens in October 2026; character poster out
Paramount Sets Three-Year Distribution Deal With Legendary
‘Street Fighter’ reboot goes on floors; Vidyut Jammwal makes Hollywood debut as Dhalsim
