The first look of Vidyut Jammwal in the live-action Street Fighter movie has ignited social media. For his Hollywood debut, the actor is playing the iconic yogi warrior Dhalsim, and his dramatic transformation—complete with a completely shaved head and intricate body art—has become the talk of the internet.
The 45-second teaser trailer debuted at The Game Awards 2025, giving fans a high-energy glimpse of the film’s large ensemble cast and a story set in 1993. The film, which also stars Noah Centineo as Ken Masters and Jason Momoa as Blanka, is scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on October 16, 2026.
Vidyut Jammwal’s Dramatic Transformation for Dhalsim
Vidyut Jammwal’s appearance in the teaser is a significant departure from his usual look. To become Dhalsim, the actor shaved his head and adopted a physical style that makes him nearly unrecognizable.
His look in the film includes:
- A clean-shaven head marked with bold red stripes.
- A lean, muscular physique adorned with rustic, tattered orange drapes.
- Heavy metal bangles and tribal accessories.
- Kohl-lined eyes and a focused, martial-arts-ready expression.
The official poster shared for his character carried the tagline: “Stretch beyond your limits. VIDYUT JAMMWAL is DHALSIM”. In the teaser, Dhalsim is described as a “fundamentally peaceful man who fights to support his family,” a mystic yogi with unique abilities.
Social Media and Fan Reactions to the New Look
The reaction online to Vidyut Jammwal’s new look has been overwhelmingly positive and filled with surprise. Many fans and commentators expressed their shock at how different the actor appears.
“From his shredded physique to the iconic Dhalsim makeover… THIS is a transformation nobody saw coming,” wrote one social media user.
“Vidyut Jammwal’s Street Fighter Look = UNREAL! Completely unrecognisable,” posted another.
Many fans felt the casting was perfect. “Couldnt have asked for a better casting for Dhalsim,” one comment read, while another stated, “Vidyut Jammwal as Dhalsim is the casting I never knew I needed”. The discussion also extended to entertainment forums, where users reacted with a mix of curiosity and humor to the unconventional casting choices across the entire film.
Even fellow actor Tiger Shroff publicly praised the reveal. He shared the teaser on social media, writing, “@VidyutJammwal no better fit for this bhai.. taking your skills to the next level looking forward to this one guys watch out for #streetfighter coming soon”.
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Inside the Star-Studded Street Fighter Cast
The upcoming Street Fighter movie features a large and diverse cast, bringing together stars from Hollywood, the wrestling world, and international cinema. The film is directed by Kitao Sakurai and is a co-production between Legendary and the video game company Capcom.
The main cast includes:
- Noah Centineo as Ken Masters
- Andrew Koji as Ryu
- Callina Liang as Chun-Li
- Cody Rhodes as Guile
- Roman Reigns as Akuma
- Jason Momoa as Blanka
- David Dastmalchian as M. Bison
- Curtis ’50 Cent’ Jackson as Balrog
- Andrew Schulz as Dan Hibiki
- Eric André as Don Sauvage
Other fighters featured are Orville Peck as Vega, Olivier Richters as Zangief, Hirooki Goto as E. Honda, and Mel Jarnson as Cammy.
The Movie’s Plot and Behind-the-Scenes Details
The film’s official synopsis sets up the story. It follows estranged fighters Ryu (Andrew Koji) and Ken Masters (Noah Centineo), who are pulled back into combat when the mysterious Chun-Li (Callina Liang) recruits them for the next World Warrior Tournament.
The tournament is described as a “brutal clash of fists, fate, and fury.” However, the fighters soon discover a deadly conspiracy behind the battles, which forces them to confront each other and their own past demons.
A humorous behind-the-scenes story emerged from co-star Andrew Schulz, who plays Dan Hibiki. On his podcast, Schulz recalled meeting Vidyut Jammwal for the first time and mistaking the actor’s personal, yogi-style clothing for his movie costume.
Schulz also shared a surprising fact about Jammwal’s fitness philosophy, noting, “He plays Dhalsim, and he said he doesn’t believe in protein… He goes protein is a myth”. This references Jammwal’s well-known plant-based diet and natural approach to building his physique.
The teaser trailer suggests the film will embrace a bright, over-the-top, and humorous tone reminiscent of the original video games, rather than taking itself too seriously.
Global Release Information
Street Fighter is scheduled for a global theatrical release on October 16, 2026. The film will be distributed worldwide by Paramount Pictures.
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