Is this “Brueploitation” for the new age? We’re not sure what to make of this project, but we are definitely impressed with Abb Li (aka “Afghan Bruce Lee”). For what it’s worth, check out the official press release for He is Back below:

Chitah Yajnesh Shetty (Krishna, Sainik) makes his directorial debut with the Hollywood film titled He is Back. The film is weaved around martial arts, and honors the legacy of Bruce Lee. Presented by Showtime Sinema & SBM Pvt Ltd in association with Ninjoor Pictures, He is Back is being produced by Suresh Sharma & Suresh Babu Malge.

Starring newcomer Abb Li – a martial artist discovered in Afghanistan – He is Back is about a poor young man from Afghanistan who has devoted his life to helping his village. Within him is a special power that will help him fight an encroaching evil that threatens not just his home, but also the world.

The unveiling ceremony for He is Back was launched at Armani Burj Khalifa, introducing Abb Li (popularly known as the Afghan Bruce Lee) and Alina Lliumzhinova.

In attendance at the ceremony was Her Royal Excellencey of Thailand Mom Luang Rajadarasri Jayankura, Ex-President of Kalmakiya (Russian Federation) Mr. Kirsan, Prince Firoz, member of Royal Institute of British Architects from England,Thomas Fung, Chairman of City Credit Capital (UK) ltd UK, Edmond Nercez from Belgium, Edmond Avakian CEO Avakian Group of Companies GENEVA; they all supported the film overwhelmingly.

Dr. BR Shetty, an eminent personality of UAE graced the Film Muhurath by switching on the Camera, and the clap was given by blockbuster film producer Mr. Rockline Venkatesh, along with Hollywood cinematographer Ross Clarkson (Undisputed III, Ninja II: Shadow of a Tear), action director Keecha Kempkadee in presence of the film’s partner Mr XU from China and others dignitaries.

He is Back is a film By Chitah Yajnesh Shetty, Co produced by Amarjit Shetty and executive produced by Mr. William Bond (Hong Kong).

He is Back is set to shoot in Kosovo, Cambodia, Thailand, Russia, and the USA. Filming officially begins on January 28th, 2019.