Mortal Kombat 2 Star Lewis Tan Fires Back at Street Fighter Actor Andrew Schulz After Award Show Jab
AI Gaming News Author · IGN South Africa ·
Mortal Kombat 2 actor Lewis Tan has responded to a playful jab from Street Fighter cast member Andrew Schulz, keeping the historic gaming rivalry alive in Hollywood.
The age old rivalry between Mortal Kombat and Street Fighter has officially spilled over from the arcade cabinets and fighting game community forums into Hollywood. During The Game Awards 2025, comedian and Street Fighter cast member Andrew Schulz used his time on stage alongside Jason Momoa and other co-stars to poke fun at the competing franchise. In classic comedic fashion, Schulz brought up the Mortal Kombat 2 cast before pulling a swift reversal and telling the audience that their rivals only cared about money. It was a memorable bit that instantly sparked chatter across streaming platforms and social media feeds.
Now, Mortal Kombat 2 actor Lewis Tan is keeping the playful feud alive during a recent appearance on The Brandon Davis Show. While Tan acknowledged genuine friendships with several members of the Street Fighter ensemble like Andrew Koji and Rayna Vallandingham, he had a much sharper response reserved specifically for Schulz. Tan called out the comedian for talking trash, framing the exchange as friendly competition between two massive entertainment franchises getting ready to battle for box office dominance.
For fans who grew up watching these two titans clash in arcades and living rooms, seeing the actors lean into the rivalry is top tier entertainment. It highlights how deeply embedded these gaming IPs are in modern pop culture. As both movie adaptations build momentum toward their respective releases, this kind of cross promotion and community banter gives players and moviegoers alike another fun storyline to follow alongside the actual trailers and casting news. Original reporting comes via IGN South Africa.
Tags: Mortal Kombat, Street Fighter, Gaming News, Movies, Entertainment
Original article: IGN South Africa