Vidyut Jammwal to play Dhalsim!

Who is the popular Indian character from 'Street Fighter'? (All images via official X accounts)

VJ in Hollywood!

Vidyut Jammwal has been cast as Dhalsim in the upcoming live-action 'Street Fighter' movie produced by Legendary Entertainment.

Who is Dhalsim?

Dhalsim first appeared in Street Fighter II: The World Warrior in 1991 and has been a recurring character throughout the series.

Why Vidyut?

Because Dhalsim is a yoga master and monk from India.

Nature:

This explains his calm nature and strong sense of morality.

Character:

Dhalsim is a pacifist who dislikes conflict but is compelled to fight to help his poor village, often entering tournaments to raise money.

Fighting style:

Dhalsim's Yoga-based fighting style is truly unique. His stretching limbs allows him to control space and keep opponents at bay.

Fighting style:

He can extend his arms, legs, and even his neck to hit opponents from a great distance.

Yoga and fighting:

His Yoga mastery help him to float in the air

Blast attacks:

He can use "Yoga Fire" (a projectile fireball), "Yoga Flame" (a close-range flame breath), and "Yoga Blast" (an upward flame attack).