YouTube Sensation Steven He Kicks Off Filming for ‘Kung Fu Deadly’ in Ireland!
Hold onto your martial arts gear, folks! The internet’s favorite comedian, YouTuber, and TikTok star, Steven He, is stepping away from the screen and straight into the heart of action cinema with his latest venture, ‘Kung Fu Deadly.’ Filming has officially kicked off in the picturesque landscapes of Dublin and County Meath, Ireland, and fans of supernatural comedies are in for a treat. This flick promises to blend half-baked pest control antics with Asian folklore in a way that’s bound to pack the laughs and the thrills.
Directed by Fergal Costello, a BAFTA winner known for his superb storytelling, the film features an off-the-wall plot. He and array of quirky characters, portrayed by a talented cast including Michael Tient, Gemma Chua-Tran, Jason Tobin, and Max Huang, find themselves entangled in a supernatural web. They accidentally sedate a determined Taoist hunter on a mission to round up “Jiangshi,” those pesky Chinese hopping vampires. Talk about bad luck! They end up teaming up to tackle these undead nuisances before they spread havoc throughout the city.
What’s more, ‘Kung Fu Deadly’ isn’t just any standard martial arts adventure. It’s produced by Paddy McDonald, known from ‘Predestination,’ who is also among the writing masterminds behind this comedic gem alongside Nicholas Cooper. With financial backing from Osmond’s Parc Entertainment Capital and support from Screen Ireland, the blend of Irish charm and martial arts may just show us the surprises that arise when different cultures collide in filmmaking.
As Steven He continues to grow his fanbase—boasting over 13 million subscribers on YouTube—his expanding repertoire into film shows the potential for authentic representation and fresh narratives in contemporary cinema. His unique comedic style stands as a testament to the diversity and creativity alive in today’s entertainment landscape. And if the filmmakers have anything to say, fans can expect a wild ride reminiscent of classics like ‘Big Trouble in Little China’ infused with the chaotic energy of Stephen Chow’s films!
So grab your popcorn and prepare for a film that promises tons of action, laughs, and maybe a few undead surprises—you won’t want to miss this one!
Sources: Celebrity Storm Wire and Deadline, Screen Rant, Variety
