Hirooki Goto Joins Star-Studded ‘Street Fighter’ Movie Cast as E Honda
The upcoming Street Fighter live-action film continues to build momentum with the reported addition of Japanese wrestling legend Hirooki Goto, who is set to portray sumo powerhouse E Honda. According to Post Wrestling, Goto’s casting adds yet another exciting dimension to a project already buzzing with crossover star power.
If confirmed, Goto will embody one of the classic fighters from Street Fighter II, further expanding a cast that already includes big names from the worlds of wrestling, film, and music.
The current lineup includes:
Callina Liang as Chun-Li
Andrew Koji as Ryu
Noah Centineo as Ken
Jason Momoa as Blanka
Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson as Balrog
Roman Reigns as Akuma
Cody Rhodes as Guile
Goto’s entry as E Honda follows recent speculation surrounding Cody Rhodes’ role, now widely believed to be Guile. Meanwhile, Roman Reigns’ portrayal of Akuma has also sparked major interest among WWE fans and moviegoers alike.
Goto, a former IWGP Heavyweight Champion, recently dropped his title to Zack Sabre Jr. Some insiders suggest that his involvement in the Street Fighter project may have influenced the timing of his loss.
With only a few major characters from the original game left uncast — including Zangief, Dhalsim, and Sagat — fans are eager to see who will round out the roster. There’s also growing anticipation for the inclusion of other fan-favorite characters such as Cammy, Sakura, and Juri in potential sequels.
As production ramps up, the Street Fighter movie is shaping into a bold reimagining of the iconic arcade classic. Whether it will resonate with both loyal fans and a new generation of moviegoers remains to be seen, but with names like Goto now attached, the excitement is definitely building.
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