When it comes to martial arts, the action is often the main attraction—fast fists, dramatic kicks, and bone-crushing throws. But...

Released in 1995, Mortal Kombat  was a game-changer for both video game adaptations and martial arts cinema. Directed by Paul W.S....

In the world of martial arts, forms (kata) competitions have long been a showcase of precision, power, and artistry. Over the years,...

Mortal Kombat  is known for its brutal fighting and iconic characters, but what many fans don’t realize is that real martial artists...

In the world of talent, success is often contagious. If there’s anyone who’s proven this truth time and again, it’s martial arts...

When you think of The Karate Kid  and Cobra Kai , what comes to mind? The legendary crane kick? The clash between aggressive violence and...

The January 1992 cover of Black Belt Magazine showed world-class martial artists Hiro Koda and Yuki Koda . Hiro Koda would later work...

Ke Huy Quan is back—and this time, he’s not just fighting for his life. He’s fighting for love. Love Hurts , the latest action-comedy...

For fans of intense fight choreography and martial arts-driven action, Well Go USA’s upcoming thriller Jade  looks like it’s going to...

What other Norris was an acclaimed martial artist? The great Aaron Norris graced the May 1989 cover of Black Belt Magazine  — a star in...

The team that brought you the incredible Ip Man film series featuring Donnie Yen is back in action! In The Prosecutor , a gripping legal...

The May 1982 Black Belt Magazine cover featured former heavyweight champion, weapons expert and Hollywood stuntman Joe Hess . The...

I’m going to make an assumption about you. As a martial artist, you have a deep appreciation for the art of combat, discipline, and the...

The martial arts industry is shaped by a diverse array of power players—whether they are screen stars, elite athletes dominating the mat,...

Award-winning action film starring Cobra Kai actor exemplifies representation in front and behind the camera for a new generation of...

As we reflect on an incredible year filled with monumental moments in martial arts, Black Belt Magazine is proud to celebrate its first...

From the streets of China to screens around the world, these legendary kung fu masters have transcended time and reality. But did you...

Martial arts cinema has always held a special place in the hearts of movie lovers. With its jaw-dropping fight scenes, larger-than-life...

Action fans, rejoice! Jean-Claude Van Damme is back in Kill 'Em All 2 , picking up right where the preceding entry from 2017 left off in...

In the past four decades, Cynthia Rothrock has accomplished what many of us dream of but few of us achieve: nurturing martial arts skills...

The "Muscles from Brussels," Jean-Claude Van Damme , in his prime, graced the February 1989 cover of Karate/Kung-fu Illustrated  just in...

When Claressa Shields made history as the first American woman to win an Olympic gold medal in boxing, it was clear she had solidified...

Jean-Claude Van Damme, known as "The Muscles from Brussels," has been a force in the action movie genre for decades. With his incredible...

The word legend  conjures up images of larger-than-life figures who have performed unbelievable feats over the years. In the realm of...