Tony Jaa
Birthday: 1976-02-05 | Place of Birth: Surin, ThailandTatchakorn Yeerum, better known Tony Jaa, is a martial artist, actor, and director who transformed Thai action cinema with his intense, acrobatic fighting style. Inspired by Bruce Lee, Jackie Chan, and Jet Li, he trained in Muay Thai and gymnastics, developing a breathtaking mix of speed, agility, and raw power. Jaa got his start in the film industry as a stunt double in Mortal Kombat: Annihilation (1997), where his impressive athleticism caught the eye of director Panna Rittikrai. Under Rittikrai’s mentorship, Jaa honed his craft and eventually starred in Ong-Bak: Muay Thai Warrior (2003). The film, featuring real, wire-free stunts and bone-crunching Muay Thai, revolutionized Thai action cinema and gained worldwide acclaim.
Known For
Acting
Role
as Bai An
as Decha
as Jack Jaa
as Jack Jaa
as Kueng
as The Hunter
as Payu
as Sadi the Warrior
as Master Jaa
as Tak
as Talon
as Chatchai
as Kham
as Tony Vitayakul
as Tien
as Tien
as Piggy Bank Vendor
as Kham
as Ting
as Sak
