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‘Street Fighter’ Almost Officially Brought Back a Fan-Favorite Star After 32 Years
Kylie Minogue nearly returned as Cammy in the new live-action Street Fighter film, more than 30 years after playing the character in the 1994 adaptation. The producers wanted her to make a cameo, but she could not fit it around her schedule, despite being willing to take part.
Orville Peck, who plays Vega in the new film and is friends with Minogue, offered to contact her by text. She told him the original film was one of the most fun experiences of her life. The new adaptation has grossed $57.3 million so far and includes a nod to Raul Julia’s famous M. Bison line, but no cameos from the original cast.
In short
- Kylie Minogue was approached about returning as Cammy.
- She was willing, but her schedule prevented a cameo.
- The new film pays tribute to the 1994 version.
Explained simply
Street Fighter began as a series of video games in which martial artists from around the world compete in fighting tournaments. Its best-known characters include Cammy, a British fighter, and M. Bison, a powerful villain; the games have also inspired films and other adaptations.
The 1994 live-action film featured Kylie Minogue as Cammy and Raul Julia as M. Bison. A new film adaptation returns to the same characters and draws on the games’ long-running following, while making its own choices about cast and story.
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