In a large step for both concept and a wholesome farewell piece, Sony Pictures Entertainment India has joined one of the most beloved actors in Bollywood, Ajay Devgn, and his son, Yug Devgan, for a voiceover project that is getting buzz everywhere in entertainment. The pair recorded their action for the Hindi version of Karate Kid: Legends, hitting theatres on May 30, 2025, in English, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu.
As Ajay Devgn finds the voice of the great and powerful Mr Han, after Jackie Chan, Yug Devgan will officially make his voice debut as Li Fong – the new face of the brand, after Ben Wang. This casting is special, symbolic, and rare because of the emotional elements captured in Karate Kid: Legends, and it is almost as if this mirrored the whole centre of the film: a mentor developing a young fighter through a path of self-discovery and metamorphosis.
For Ajay Devgn, who has done action, drama, and comedy, Karate Kid: Legends marks his first voice role for an international film, and his fans are ecstatic that he is exploring yet another level of his creative voice. On top of that, the interaction with his son, who shares the screen (or, rather, speaks) with his father, has made it engaging content for fans almost instantly online.
“Ajay Devgn is voicing Jackie Chan and Yug is in the lead? The Hindi dub just went to must-see!”
— one fan remarked on X (previously Twitter)
“It’s not merely a movie, it is a legacy carry forward. This is more than dubbing—this is cinematic emotion.”
— another fan wrote on Instagram on the Sony Pictures India announcement post.
A Reboot To Celebrate The Original, With An Indian Heartbeat
Karate Kid: Legends is the story of Li Fong, a kung fu prodigy, trying to battle school bullies, cultural changes, and the road to inner strength, set in contemporary New York City. Li trains under Mr Han, and with Daniel LaRusso returning, this young fighter enters a tournament that will change his life.
With Ajay’s authoritative voice and Yug’s rare innocence, a Hindi dub should offer a depth, energy, and relatability for the Indian viewer, be it kids, teens, or adults alike, who see themselves in the journey of Li Fong. Already fans are dubbing this as one of the most anticipated Hollywood Hindi dubs of the year, thanks in part to the nostalgic franchise and the emotional bond with the legacy of the Devgn family.
BOW Insight: Franchise + Family = Big Box Office Appeal
By leveraging Hollywood IP, Indian star power, and the real-life father-son relationship of Ajay and Yug Devgan, it is possible for Sony to position Karate Kid: Legends for broad appeal in both metros and the tier-2 markets.
The Hindi dub of the film is not a translation; it’s a reimagining of the film for India, a star-led localisation steeped in intergenerational and cross-cultural nuances.
BoxOfficeWorldwide Verdict
Sony Pictures has struck gold with the intriguing pairing of Ajay and Yug Devgan’s voices in the Hindi dub of Karate Kid: Legends. Their voice performance is not mere voice work; it’s meaningful, emotional story-telling grounded in authenticity and has the potential to be a cultural moment worth remembering in 2025. With the identifying characteristics of Li Fong and Mr Han as conveyed through voices of Indian legacy, the film’s May 30 release has the potential to strike high and hard at the Indian box office.
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