Hollywood is still the biggest entertainment industry.
Many successful Hollywood films have been shown all over the world and have become the most popular and highest-grossing films of all time.Many people dream of having a career in the entertainment industry.
Even though there are several artists of Asian descent who have graced the Hollywood entertainment industry, we think that Hollywood is only filled with actors and actresses from America and Europe.
It's no secret that entering the Hollywood industry is difficult for Asian people.Several artists from Southeast Asia have proven that they are able to compete with artists from the superpower countries with their talent and hard work for a career in Hollywood.
To celebrate the pride of Southeast Asia, here are 10 Hollywood artists from the region.
Let's check it out.
1. Michelle Yeoh
An artist from Southeast Asia has appeared in many Hollywood films.
This artist has a full name and was born in Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia.
He is of Cantonese and Hokkien descent and was born into a Malaysian Chinese family.
Memoirs of a Geisha, Crazy Rich Asians, and The Mummy: have all starred her.
The Tomb of the Dragon Emperor is one of many.
2. Iko Uwais
One of Indonesia's proudest actors is Iko Uwais, who conquered Hollywood through his martial arts talent.
Uwais Qorny was born in Jakarta in 1983.
He made his debut in the film Merantau in 2009, and went on to star in an international film called The Raid.
He starred in the movie Star Wars:.
The Force Awakens and Man of Tai Chi were shown.
Iko starred in two films, Mile 22 and Beyond Skyline.
Iko is an actor as well as a choreographer for action scenes in most of the films he has starred in.
3. Tony Jaa
Tony Jaa is from Southeast Asia.
Tony Jaa was born in Thailand on February 5, 1976.
He began his career as a stuntman and later became famous for his role in the 2003 film "Og Bak:".
There is a Muay Thai Warrior.
The film was a success in the market and presented two more films.
I drove Tony Jaa to the Hollywood film scene because his name was bouncing.
Tony Jaa played in a number of Hollywood blockbusters in 2015.
The Ip Man Legacy is one of many.
4. Joe Taslim
Iko Uwais and Joe Taslim are both well-known in Hollywood and Indonesia also has talented actors.
Johannes Taslim was born in Palembang on June 23, 1981 and is an action actor.
The film The Raid with Iko Uwais made his name famous, and he started his career as a national athlete.
He played the role of Jah, one of the villains in Fast & Furious 6, and had a career in the international arena.
Joe played the villain in Star Trek Beyond.
This handsome-looking actor also starred in two films.
5. Yayan Rohian
One of the most popular action actors from Indonesia is Yayan Ruhian, whose name has become well known through his martial arts skills in the film The Raid.
The leader of the Indonesian Basic Power Pencak Silat School was born on October 19, 1968, and initially worked as a fighter.
He has the chance to star in international films with his martial arts skills.
His name started to rise after he played Mad Dog in The Raid.
After his name became known for the film The Raid, Yayan returned to play in the sequel.
Berandal. He is an executioner and bouncer.
The success of this film led to his being cast in a Japanese film.
He is an assassin sent to kill Genyo Kamiura, the boss of the yakuza.
Not only that, Yayan also appeared in the film Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens as Tasu Leech and played a supporting role in the sequel to the film Comic 8: Casino Kings.
6.Henry Golding
Henry Golding is an actor from Southeast Asia who has made his name on the international stage, such as Hollywood, thanks to his work in the film Crazy Rich Asians.
Henry Golding was born in Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia, on February 5, 1987.
He played Nick Young in the films Crazy Rich Asians and A Simple Favor.
After his success with this film, Henry began starring in many other big-screen films and acting alongside big names in Hollywood.
The Last Christmas was a film that brought him together with an actress.
Henry Golding's career led him to star in two films, The Gentlemen and Snake Eyes.
7. Tan Kheng Hua
One of the names of artists from Southeast Asia who have achieved success in the international arena is Tan Kheng Hua.
On January 17, 1963, Tan Kheng Hua was born in Singapore.
She starred in the film Crazy Rich Asians.
She played Emily in The Garden of Evening Mists.
The Faith of Anna Waters is one of her most popular films.
8. Chin Han
Chin Han has been involved in various popular films and series in Hollywood for a long time.
Chin Han was born on November 27, 1969 in Singapore.
Chin Han appeared in the film Blindness.
Marco Polo catapulted his name after he took on a role in the series.
He was lined up to star in the live-action film, Ghost in the Shell, and compete in the acting competition with the actress.
Chin Han was involved in The Dark Knight as well.
He played the role of Shang Tsung in the film, which was a hit at the box office.
9.Jake Macapagal
Jake Macapagal is an artist from Southeast Asia who is well-known in Hollywood.
Jake Macapagal is an actor from the Philippines who has more than 35 years of experience working on the big screen.
His name skyrocketed after starring in the film Metro Manila, which won the World Cinema Audience Award.
Jake reprised his roles in the films Watch List, The Monsters Are Out, and many more.
10. Dustin Nguyen
Another Southeast Asian is an actor.
He was born on September 17, 1962, and is an actor, director, writer, and martial artist.
After moving to the United States, he established himself as one of the Asian-American actors from the world of martial arts who made a successful career in Hollywood.
He has starred in several films, including Little Fish, The Doom Generation, and The Rebel.
There are 10 Hollywood celebrities from Southeast Asia who have succeeded in proving that Asians can also shine on the international scene like Hollywood.
Source:
https://www.teenvogue.com/gallery/asian-actors-actresses-young-hollywood/amp
https://nextluxury.com/entertainment/famous-asian-actors/
https://www.top10asia.org/rankings/top-10-indonesian-actors/amp/
