Three years after Cobra Kai, Li Fong (Ben Wang), a gifted kung fu teen, relocates from Beijing to NYC with his mother following a tragedy. He struggles to fit in and clashes with a local karate champ, Conor (Aramis Knight), from the ruthless Demolition dojo. Reluctantly drawn into a big city tournament to support a friend, Li initially flops — until his former mentor Mr. Han (Jackie Chan) enters the picture. However, Han realizes Li also needs the discipline of Daniel LaRusso (Ralph Macchio), merging kung fu and Miyagi‑style karate.
At the climactic 5‑Boroughs Karate Tournament, Li faces Conor and emerges victorious. During the final match, Conor offers a handshake — signaling potential redemption and future rivalry. The film’s coda reveals Victor’s pizza shop (Joshua Jackson) has expanded, courtesy of Li’s winnings, and Han delivers a low‑key message hinting at further adventures involving Daniel — setting up a sequel.
Budget & Box Office
Sony produced the film on a $45 million budget, keeping things lean yet ambitious. As of June 24, 2025, the global box office sits at a solid $99 million — with $50 million domestic and $49 million internationally . That’s more than double its production cost, marking a financial win.
Cast Net Worth & Income
- Jackie Chan
- Estimated net worth: around $400 million (reported by Parade, CelebrityNetWorth, ClutchPoints) .
- Chan reportedly earns $10–15 million per film, plus income from endorsements, production companies, and real‑estate/retail ventures .
- Jaden Smith
- Though absent from the film, his character Dre Parker remains canon. His net worth sits at about $8 million as of 2025, derived from acting, music, fashion, entrepreneurial ventures (Just Water), sponsorships, etc.
