Takeshi Kaneshiro, a Japanese-Taiwanese actor and singer, is one of the most iconic figures in contemporary Asian cinema. He began his career as a pop idol in Taiwan before achieving international fame as an actor, largely thanks to his collaborations with director Wong Kar-wai on cult films such as *Chungking Express* (1994) and *Fallen Angels* (1995). His filmography includes highly successful productions spanning Hong Kong, China, and Japan, such as Zhang Yimou's *House of Flying Daggers* (2004) and John Woo's epic *Red Cliff* (2008), which solidified his status as a pan-Asian star. In addition to film, he lent his likeness to the protagonist of the acclaimed video game series *Onimusha*. Recognized for his versatility and charisma, Kaneshiro is considered one of the most influential and acclaimed Asian actors of his generation, while maintaining a notoriously private profile.