The Scar-faced Cat: Way of Asura (2027)

The Scar-faced Cat: Way of Asura, directed and written by Wang Yifan, is an action-crime film set for release in February 2027. Produced in Taiwan and filmed primarily in Mandarin Chinese, the movie premiered at the Busan International Film Festival in October 2026 under the title "Hua Lian Mao." The narrative follows a series of brutal murders of police officers, with all evidence pointing to a mysterious, scarred woman known as the "Scar-Faced Cat," played by Han Ning.

Han Ning portrays the titular character, a dual-wielding vigilante driven by a quest for justice for her loved one. She crosses paths with Shimizu Sho, a Japanese police officer determined to bring her to justice, portrayed by Fukushi Sota. Their intersecting paths create a complex dynamic between a feline-like evasive suspect and a canine-like persistent hunter, setting the stage for a high-stakes cat-and-mouse thriller.

• The film stars Taiwanese actress Han Ning and Japanese actor Fukushi Sota in leading roles.
• Supporting cast members include Jiang Hong'en, Lai Ya-yan, Huang Guanzhi, and Xu Liting.
• Director Wang Yifan served as both the director and screenwriter for the project.
• The movie made its international debut at the 2026 Busan International Film Festival before its theatrical rollout.
• The English title translates to "The Scar-Faced Cat: Way of Asura," highlighting the intense, hellish journey of the protagonist.