Tai chi
Chinese martial art
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| 2023 |
Kenshi
Recruited by Liu Kang for the Mortal Kombat tournament. Loses his eyes while rescuing Johnny Cage from Princess Mileena's rampage. Later receives the Sento sword from Cage and assists in saving Earthrealm and Outworld from Shang Tsung.
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| 2022 |
Kenshi
Kenshi is featured in the animated film Mortal Kombat Legends: Snow Blind, further extending his character's narrative and visibility in the Mortal Kombat franchise.
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| 2022 | The U.S. National Institutes of Health published an analysis concluding that while evidence was low quality, tai chi appears to have a small positive effect on quality of life. |
| 2020 | A review of 13 studies found tai chi had positive effects on quality of life and depressive symptoms for older adults with chronic conditions living in community settings. |
| 2020 | Played the Emperor of China in the live-action movie Mulan. |
| December 2020 | Tai chi was officially included in the UNESCO Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity during the 15th regular session of the UNESCO Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage. |
| 2019 |
Kenshi
Carlos Vasquez, a blind Evolution Championship Series player inspired by Kenshi, created 'The Sento Showdown', an annual Mortal Kombat tournament exclusively for vision-impaired players.
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| 2017 | A systematic review found that tai chi decreased falls in older people, highlighting its potential health benefits for senior populations. |
| 2016 | Stated he was accepting fewer film offers due to charity work, and had recovered from his illness. |
| 2015 |
Kenshi
Enters a relationship with Suchin, a Thai-American woman, and they have a son named Takeda Takahashi. After Suchin is killed by the Red Dragon clan, he leaves Takeda in Hanzo Hasashi's care for training and protection.
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| 2015 | The Australian Government's Department of Health evaluated tai chi as part of a review of alternative therapies, concluding there was low-quality evidence suggesting potential beneficial health effects for limited populations. |
| 2015 | A systematic review determined that tai chi could be safely performed by individuals with chronic medical conditions like chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, heart failure, and osteoarthritis, with favorable effects on functional exercise capacity. |
| 2013 | Revealed his diagnosis of hyperthyroidism, which he had been dealing with for three years. |
| 2013 | Led efforts with other entertainment industry members to appeal for donations and support for victims of the Lushan earthquake in Ya'an, Sichuan. |
| 2012 | Starred in and co-produced the film Tai Chi, portraying tai chi master Yang Luchan. |
| 2011 |
Kenshi
Kenshi appears in the web series Mortal Kombat Legacy, expanding his character's presence beyond the video game medium.
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| 2011 | A comprehensive overview of systematic reviews recommended tai chi to older people, finding positive results for fall prevention and overall mental health. |
| 2011 | Personally confirmed his Singaporean citizenship. |
| 2011 | Registered One Foundation as the first private charitable fundraising organization in China, co-founded Taiji Zen with Jack Ma, combining tai chi and meditation practices. |
| 2010 | Returned to acting after a one-year hiatus, portraying a mercenary in The Expendables alongside multiple action stars. |
| 2010 | Named by Time as one of the 100 Most Influential People. |
| September 2010 | Appointed as the first Good Will Ambassador by the International Red Cross, and planned to meet Bill Gates and Warren Buffett to discuss charity work. |
| September 2010 | Appointed as the first Good Will Ambassador by the International Red Cross, Li signed a deal with the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC). |
| September 2010 | During his wax unveiling ceremony at Hong Kong Madame Tussauds, Li prepared to meet Bill Gates and Warren Buffett to discuss charity work and future humanitarian efforts. |
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