The Street Fighter movie has added Andrew Schulz, Roman Reigns, and 50 Cent to its cast.

      Discuss the most unusual gathering of performers for a project. The casting for the Street Fighter movie is taking shape, and the latest additions are quite unexpected.

      Deadline has reported that comedian Andrew Schulz has been cast as Dan Hibiki. Furthermore, rapper-turned-actor Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson has also joined the cast, with THR noting that he will portray Balrog.

      Additionally, the same report confirmed that Roman Reigns, the WWE superstar, will take on the role of Akuma, following long-standing rumors about his involvement.

      These new cast members join previously announced actors Andrew Koji, Noah Centineo, Jason Momoa, and Orville Peck. Callina Liang has also recently been added to the lineup, taking on the iconic character Chun-Li.

      The movie adaptation of the classic Capcom video game is being directed by Kitao Sakurai (The Eric Andre Show), with Legendary Entertainment co-developing and co-producing alongside Capcom.

      Details about the plot remain confidential, and production is set to start this August in Australia.

      What do you think of these latest additions to Street Fighter? Featuring a mix of Hollywood comedians and country music stars, this cast truly reflects the diverse ensemble seen in the games. Who is your favorite among the cast? Share your thoughts with us on our social media @FlickeringMyth.

      About EJ Moreno: EJ Moreno is a film and television critic and entertainment writer who became part of the pop culture site Flickering Myth in 2018 and currently holds the position of executive producer for Flickering Myth TV, a YouTube channel boasting over 27,000 subscribers. With more than ten years of experience, he is a Rotten Tomatoes-approved critic and a member of the Critics Choice Association as well as GALECA: The Society of LGBTQ Entertainment Critics.