LayarHijau – The epic martial arts film Blades of the Guardians (鏢人：風起大漠) officially premiered on the second day of the 2026 Lunar New Year. Directed by legendary action choreographer Yuen Woo-ping, the film has drawn major attention for assembling an extraordinary cross-generational cast, uniting icons and modern action stars in one large-scale production.
According to a report by Beijing News, the actors involved in the project have collectively portrayed 391 action roles throughout their careers. This impressive figure makes the film feel like a grand celebration of Chinese action cinema, bringing together martial arts performers from different eras on the same screen.
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Representing the master generation born in the 1960s are prominent names such as Jet Li and Kara Wai. The core generation, born between the 1970s and 1980s, includes influential figures like Wu Jing and Nicholas Tse. Meanwhile, the new generation features rising talents such as Ci Sha and Yu Shi, who have been gaining recognition through major action projects in recent years.
The cast is further strengthened by seasoned actors including Tony Leung Ka-fai, Yu Rongguang, Max Zhang, and Wen Junhui, creating a rare multi-generational collaboration in contemporary Chinese action cinema.
Among the veteran performers, Tony Leung Ka-fai has appeared in 46 action films over the course of his career, with notable works including New Dragon Gate Inn and Ashes of Time. Kara Wai stands out as one of the most prolific figures in the genre, having starred in 83 action films, including Swordsman III: The East Is Red and Iron Monkey.
In terms of commercial achievement, Wu Jing holds the highest box office record among the cast members, with total earnings reaching 9.802 billion yuan. His success stems from major hits such as SPL: Kill Zone, Wolf Warrior, and The Battle at Lake Changjin, which have left a significant mark on the domestic market.
Blades of the Guardians also marks Jet Li’s return to a period martial arts action film after approximately 15 years. The project is said to be one he strongly supported for the younger generation, including Wu Jing, who has become a leading figure in modern Chinese action cinema.
With Yuen Woo-ping, now 81, returning to the director’s chair, Wu Jing has even described the film as potentially the “last grand martial arts celebration” in Chinese cinema. If that proves true, Blades of the Guardians will stand not just as another action film, but as a landmark moment that encapsulates decades of martial arts filmmaking on one epic screen.
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