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Tony Jaa

1976-02-05

The Biography

Tatchakorn Yeerum, better known Tony Jaa, is a martial artist, actor, and director who transformed Thai action cinema with his intense, acrobatic fighting style. Inspired by Bruce Lee, Jackie Chan, and Jet Li, he trained in Muay Thai and gymnastics, developing a breathtaking mix of speed, agility, and raw power. Jaa got his start in the film industry as a stunt double in Mortal Kombat: Annihilation (1997), where his impressive athleticism caught the eye of director Panna Rittikrai. Under Rittikrai’s mentorship, Jaa honed his craft and eventually starred in Ong-Bak: Muay Thai Warrior (2003). The film, featuring real, wire-free stunts and bone-crunching Muay Thai, revolutionized Thai action cinema and gained worldwide acclaim.

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Furious 7

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Striking Rescue

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Triple Threat

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Monster Hunter

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Ong Bak

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The Protector

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Ong Bak 2

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SPL 2: A Time for Consequences

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Master Z: Ip Man Legacy

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Jiu Jitsu

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Ong Bak 3

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Paradox

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The Protector 2

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Detective Chinatown 3

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Skin Trade

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The Bodyguard

5.9 average rating
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The Bodyguard 2

5.7 average rating