Tony Jaa joins ‘Fast and Furious 7’

Thai martial arts master Tony Jaa has joined the cast of Fast and Furious 7, the latest installment in the neverendling lucrative action franchise.

Jaa’s role in the film has yet to be revealed, but the Ong Bak star will certainly be a big draw for Thai filmgoers. Fast and Furious 7 already has a star-studded cast that includes Vin Diesel, Dwayne Johnson, Paul Walker and newcomer Jason Statham. It will be Jaa’s first Hollywood appearance.

“I have been a big fan of the Fast and Furious franchise,” Jaa told The Hollywood Reporter. “The films are fast-paced, fun and keep the audience involved. There is a great mix of humor and action, something I really appreciate. There is no better film to be involved in for a first U.S. studio production.”

The Hollywood Reporter went so far as to ask Jaa if he thought he could beat Johnson or Diesel in a fight, to which he diplomatically replied: “Having a chance to work with Vin Diesel and The Rock already makes me a winner.”

Go Tony! Go Tony!



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