Tony Jaa Quotes

Ah yes, the stunts, ... Although the SUV gag was - I think - the scariest, I really had to concentrate during the deserted gas station stunt where I pour gasoline on myself and do that jumping, aerial kick. I actually got burned pretty bad in that scene because once my pants caught fire the flames rapidly spread upwards very fast and burnt my eyebrows, armpit hairs, eyelashes and my nose. Then after a few more burning takes, we finally got it right.

Ong-Bak: The Thai Warrior

Jackie Chan, Jet Li and Bruce Lee are my masters; they`re the inspiration for my work. Bruce Lee was a heavy fighter who threw hard punches. Jackie moves very fast and uses a lot of comedy, and Jet Li is very fluid. I`ve tried to combine all of their styles and added some things of my own.

I want a strong foundation in Thailand. Hollywood? Maybe in the future.

From Dust to Glory