The revenue of "The Legend of the Condor Heroes" has exceeded 1.3 billion RMB at the Chinese box office and is still increasing. The work is considered to have a perfect cast choice, each actor is very suitable for the character.
But what the audience rarely knows is that when Ngo Kinh filmed "Tieu Nhan", the first person he invited was not Ta Dinh Phong (playing A Duc Vuong).
Released on the occasion of the 2026 Lunar New Year, martial arts-themed films such as "Tiêu nhân" were initially not expected much. The number of pre-booked tickets for the film is not ideal, lower than "Phi trì nhân sinh 3" and "Kinh trập vô thanh".
However, after being released, thanks to good word-of-mouth effects, the film gradually went against the tide and became famous.
Catman" gathers prominent faces of 4 generations of Chinese martial arts actors. However, when the cast was announced, many netizens asked why Xie Miao did not participate in the film, because Xie Miao was previously famous for collaborating with Jet Li - one of the guest stars of "Catman".
In fact, Ngo Kinh once invited Ta Mieu, even accepting the condition chosen by Ta Mieu himself, just hoping he could play a match with Ly Lien Kiet. But at that time Ta Mieu was filming "Northeast Police Story 3", the schedule did not allow it.
In addition, comedian - action star Vuong Bao Cuong was also once invited by Ngo Kinh, but at that time he was busy filming "Detective of Chinatown 1900", so he also missed it.
After "The Cat" premiered, Ngo Kinh also invited Ta Mieu and Vuong Bao Cuong to the livestream room. At that time, both explained the reason. But besides these two people, another famous actor also did not participate, that is Donnie Yen.
In terms of seniority in the profession, Donnie Yen is even a predecessor of Wu Jing, compared to Jet Li, he is only about half a generation younger. If he participates, "Xiao Ren" will become a blockbuster gathering 5 generations of the best martial arts actors.
In a recent interview, Donnie Yen especially congratulated Wu Jing, praising his great contribution to the Chinese martial arts film genre.
At the same time, Donnie Yen also congratulated director and martial arts director Vien Hoa Binh - his teacher - who, despite his old age, continues to contribute to martial arts films.
Donnie Yen revealed that he received an invitation to participate in "Xiao Ren" very early, but had to miss the appointment due to schedule conflicts. Sources say that Donnie Yen was invited even earlier than Nicholas Tse.
Previously, Ngo Kinh and Chan Tu Dan had collaborated in "Sat Pha Lang" (2005). At that time, the two created a classic fighting scene in an alley, leaving a deep impression.
Audiences who have watched "Sat Pha Lang" are all very much looking forward to Donnie Yen and Wu Jing collaborating again. Unfortunately, this time Wu Jing sent an invitation, but Donnie Yen could not arrange the schedule.
However, the producer of "Tiêu nhân" recently confirmed that the film has basically been profitable, and if revenue continues to grow, there will be profits.
This creates motivation for Wu Jing to produce "Xiao Ren" part 2; and also an opportunity for martial arts stars such as Donnie Yen, Xie Miu, and Wang Baoqiang to participate according to the audience's expectations.
