Hwang Jang-Lee

Hwang Jang-Lee, born in 1944, is a martial artist and actor whose career flourished in the martial arts film genre of the late 1970s and early 1980s. Known for roles in films like "Snake in the Eagle's Shadow" and "Hitman in the Hand of Buddha," he is often recognized by his character names Sheng Kuan and Wong Chin, though his moniker "Silver Fox" from a popular role has cemented his identity. His nickname "Thunderleg" also resonates from his work in "Drunken Master." Born in Korea, Hwang spent his early years in Osaka, Japan, before returning to his homeland as a teenager, a life trajectory that informs the distinctive blend of cultural influences in his on-screen persona.