JOHOR BAHRU, April 24 -- A key figure in bringing the martial art of silat to international audiences, Yayan Ruhian has become a well-established name through Indonesian cinema.

From his debut in Merantau (2009) to The Raid films, his talent has drawn attention from Hollywood and earned him widespread recognition across the region.

The 57-year-old has shared fight scenes with Keanu Reeves in the third instalment of the John Wick film series and also made a cameo in Star Wars: The Force Awakens as Tasu Leech.

In Malaysia, Yayan remains a familiar face, with roles in acclaimed productions such as Mat Kilau: Kebangkitan Pahlawan and recent Gayong works.

Speaking to Malay Mail on silat, Yayan expressed hope that the Gayong films would spa...