Jackie Chan and Stephen Chow mourn the passing of actor Leung Siu-lung.

HONG KONG (CHINA) - The Asian film industry is shocked by the news of the death of veteran martial arts star Leung Siu-lung at the age of 78, leaving behind much regret among his colleagues and fans of kung fu.

On January 18th, Sinchew reported that the renowned martial arts actor Leung Siu-lung (78 years old) had passed away, a fact confirmed by close friends in the industry.

According to sources, he passed away on January 14th, and his family is currently making funeral arrangements. The actor's funeral is scheduled to take place on January 26th in Longgang, Shenzhen.

Actor Liang Xiaolong.

The passing of Leung Siu-lung has left film enthusiasts in shock. On social media, many artists and fans have expressed their sorrow over this great loss to the martial arts film industry. Stephen Chow, who collaborated with him on the film Kung Fu Hustle, reposted an old photo to commemorate him and wrote: "Forever in memory of Leung Siu-lung."

Jackie Chan also shared a photo of himself with his senior colleague, praising his talent and character. The actor said that in his memory, Leung Siu-lung was always a master of kung fu, proficient in many styles, each move having its own unique style. He was not only an excellent actor but also a respected action director who brought the essence of his lifelong martial arts to film and television.

Leung Siu-lung, whose real name is Leung Tai-sung, was born in 1948 in Hong Kong, China. He began studying martial arts at a young age and entered the entertainment industry as a stuntman at just 15 years old. From the 1970s onwards, he was actively involved in film and television, gradually building his reputation thanks to his solid martial arts background and realistic acting style.

His role as the Fire Cloud Evil God in "Kung Fu Hustle" is his most famous role.

He left a deep impression on audiences through classic television series such as "The Great Hero Huo Yuanjia" and "Chen Zhen" —roles that made him famous throughout Asia. Along with Bruce Lee, Jackie Chan, and Ti Lung, he was referred to by the media as one of the "Four Dragons" of Hong Kong martial arts films.

In the late 1980s, Leung Siu-lung withdrew from the entertainment industry for many years. In the early 2000s, he made a comeback when Stephen Chow invited him to star in Kung Fu Hustle as the Fire Cloud Evil God. This role quickly became a sensation, bringing Leung Siu-lung back to the attention and affection of audiences.

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