In the past, fans of the 12-inch Bruce Lee action figures have struggled to find high-quality head sculpts that could match and display classic, intense scenarios alongside them. Now, ENTERBAY, renowned globally for their series of 12-inch Bruce Lee figures that perfectly capture his essence and likeness, is set to release a new blank body version called "RM-5." The most anticipated feature of this new release is the head sculpt based on Bruce Lee's final film, *Enter the Dragon*, where he faced off against the main antagonist, "Hans" – portrayed by Chen Kuan Tai (a.k.a. Ti Lung).
Born in Guangdong in 1913, Chen Kuan Tai’s real name was Chen Rongzhang. Due to frail health as a child, he began martial arts training at a young age, dedicating nine years to mastering his craft, which laid the foundation for his future acting career. During his school years, coinciding with the outbreak of the Anti-Japanese War, Chen actively participated in various anti-Japanese propaganda activities. He collaborated with friends to organize touring performances of anti-Japanese plays across different regions, not only starring in these productions but also engaging in numerous behind-the-scenes roles. These experiences deepened his interest in the entertainment industry.
In 1940, Chen officially entered the entertainment industry as an actor. In 1949, he gained recognition for his role as the antagonist in *Wong Fei Hung Biography - Whipping Wind Extinguishes Candle*. His successful portrayal of the villain cemented his reputation as the "villain king," leading to many more roles as antagonists throughout his career. In 1973, he played the major antagonist "Mr. Han" in *Enter the Dragon*, showcasing his extensive training in Northern Chinese martial arts in thrilling confrontations with Bruce Lee. Chen retired from the film industry in 1992 and passed away on June 3, 2009, at the age of 96 due to heart failure.
The release date and price for the ENTERBAY RM-5 blank body have yet to be determined.
For further reading: Oriental Daily News - Chen Kuan Tai's Passing.