India, Sept. 5 -- It's official now! Vidyut Jammwal was unveiled as one of the cast members of Paramount Pictures' upcoming live-action reboot of Street Fighter. The film, based on the popular video game franchise, boasts a large ensemble cast with many leading Hollywood stars.

Vidyut, known for his martial arts moves, has been cast as Dhalsim, the only Indian character in the Street Fighter universe. Dhalsim is a yogi with fire-spitting abilities, a fundamentally peaceful man who fights to support his family. The film, slated for release on October 16, 2026, will mark the Hollywood debut of the actor, known for headlining action films like Commando and Khuda Hafiz.

Paramount Pictures, in collaboration with Legendary Entertainment and C...