Chun-Li Actress Grew Her Thighs 6.5 Centimeters to Match the First Lady of Fighting Games for the Street Fighter Movie

Callina Liang, the actress portraying Chun-Li in the upcoming Street Fighter movie from Legendary, shared the rigorous diet and exercise regimen she followed to embody the iconic fighting game character. Known for her powerful, muscular thighs, Chun-Li has evolved in appearance across various Street Fighter iterations. To accurately depict the character, Liang adopted a high-protein diet and engaged in intense martial arts training, including Taekwondo, Muay Thai, and Wushu, exercising her legs for two hours daily.

She consumed 12 eggs every two hours to aid muscle growth, even though it led to nausea. Liang also meticulously studied every Street Fighter game on her PlayStation 5, recording Chun-Li's moves in slow-motion to ensure authenticity in her fight scenes. David Dastmalchian, who plays M. Bison, also dedicated substantial time to research to deliver a nuanced portrayal of the villainous dictator.

Legendary's Street Fighter film is set to release in theaters on October 16, 2026, marking the second Capcom property to receive a theatrical debut in 2026, following the release of Resident Evil on September 18.