7 Things We Learned Visiting the Set of Street Fighter

1. Callina Liang expressed her excitement about playing Chun-Li, as the role brings back fond memories of playing the game growing up. Her grandma, who always teased her about having small legs, also approves of Liang's casting, stating that playing Chun-Li helped her overcome insecurities about her body shape.

2. Director Kitao Sakurai draws comparisons between Street Fighter's characters and Greek mythology, describing them as a pantheon of modern day mythological heroes. Even though Sakurai is not a heavy gamer, he acknowledges these characters' ingrained presence in culture.

3. The entire cast and crew take Street Fighter seriously, with even actors like David Dastmalchian, who plays Bison, praising the level of commitment from each performer. This dedication to the film's authenticity is evident in their preparation and hard work.

4. The iconic fighting moves from the game are included in the film, with stunt coordinator Jon Valera confirming that the actors themselves perform these moves. This attention to detail is appreciated by fans and ensures that the film remains true to the source material.

5. Ken Masters' actor, Noah Centineo, shared his childhood memories of playing Street Fighter II, revealing that he enjoyed playing as Blanka and Dhalsim as a young child. This connection to the game further emphasizes his enthusiasm for the role and the film's authenticity.

6. David Dastmalchian, playing the character Bison, might have the most challenging role on set due to the physical demands of his character. Despite Bison's notoriety from the 1994 film, Dastmalchian expresses gratitude for the serious and committed approach from the entire cast and crew.