Tony Jaa
Biography
Tatchakorn Yeerum, known internationally as Tony Jaa, is a Thai 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. His breakthrough came with Ong-Bak: Muay Thai Warrior (2003), which earned him international recognition and spawned two sequels.