He Who Would Be King Press Conference

- He Who Would Be King --

Press conference was held in Beijing on October 28 to celebrate the launch of Ju Long's film studio as well as to announce its upcoming production 《王者》Wang Zhe/He Who Would Be King (tentative), which begins filming next month. The cast includes Sammo Hung, Shi Xiao Long, Bruce Liang, Zhao Chang Jun, Xiong Xin Xin, Li Wan Tong.

According to Bruce Liang, the film is produced by his disciple Ju Long's firm, so he wishes to lend him a hand. And he also finds the script for the martial arts film to be not bad. 

Sammo Hung and Bruce Liang are playing rivals, the two would not only have an ultimate showdown, but also fall for the same girl Li Wan Tong.

The kungfu comedy is slated for release in Lunar New Year 2009, and for each ticket sold, 2 yuan would be donated to charity, to help Sichuan earthquake victims rebuild their homes.

Bruce Liang would also be joining another film Jeet Kune Do which aims at paying tribute to Bruce Lee. Jeet Kune Do is directed by Billy Chan and stars Mainland martial artist Chen Tian Xin, who also produces the film and has been intensifying his training in preparation for the role. Filming begins sometime next month. Other cast members include Eddie Ko and Lam Wai.  Sina, TOM