After the surprising success of Enter the Fat Dragon (2020), Donnie Yen returns in the long-anticipated follow-up: Enter the Fat Dragon (2025). This time, the action-comedy sequel brings back not just the fists, but a deeper emotional core—and even more absurdly fun set pieces.
The film picks up a few years after Fallon Zhu’s (Donnie Yen) chaotic Tokyo mission. Now semi-retired and working as a fitness instructor for out-of-shape police cadets, Fallon has slimmed down but still struggles with self-confidence and his place in a world that values appearance over heart. But when a cyber-heist goes wrong and a high-level diplomat is kidnapped in Macau, the Hong Kong police need someone fast, fearless—and forgotten. Fallon is reluctantly called back into action.
What follows is a globe-hopping martial arts adventure that takes Fallon from the neon-lit casinos of Macau to the rooftops of Bangkok. The film balances high-octane fights with slapstick humor and touching moments of self-doubt. Donnie Yen is in top form, blending physical agility with the kind of comedic timing rarely seen in modern action stars.
The standout sequence? A chaotic fight inside a gourmet buffet restaurant—where Fallon uses everything from fried noodles to a lobster tank as improvised weapons. It’s a hilarious, energetic nod to Jackie Chan-style choreography, and one of the film’s best moments.
But Enter the Fat Dragon (2025) isn’t just about spectacle. The story deepens Fallon’s character: now he’s not only fighting villains, but also his own insecurities, public mockery, and fear of irrelevance. A subplot involving a former rival-turned-partner gives the film unexpected heart, adding layers to the goofy bravado.
The film’s final act—set aboard a high-speed bullet train—feels both ridiculous and glorious. Fallon takes on a team of enhanced mercenaries while trying to disarm an AI-controlled weapon system. It's loud, fast, and funny in all the right ways.
Ultimately, Enter the Fat Dragon (2025) succeeds by doubling down on what made the original fun: ridiculous action, physical humor, and Donnie Yen’s undeniable charm. But this time, it adds just enough sincerity to elevate the film beyond parody.
