‘Asterix and Obelix – The Middle Kingdom’ trailer promises an adventure of a lifetime with Guillaume Canet, Gilles Lellouche and special appearance by Zlatan Ibrahimovic

After teasing fans with posters of the upcoming 'Asterix and Obelix – The Middle Kingdom' film, the makers on Tuesday, dropped the first trailer of the film that is set for its theatrical release in India on 12th May in English, Hindi and Tamil.
The new clip gives fans of the hit comic book series a glimpse of all the action, adventure, comedy and romance set to unfold in the upcoming tale.The trailer not only brings back the nostalgia of the comics with its opulent sets but also adds to the excitement by adding some popular names to the ensemble cast.

The film's official synopsis reads, "The Empress of China has just been imprisoned following a coup de tat incited by Deng Tsin Qin, a traitorous prince. Helped by Finalthesis, the Phoenician merchant, and her faithful bodyguard Mai Wei, the Empress’ only daughter Princess Sass-Yi flees to Gaul to ask for help from two valiant warriors Asterix and Obelix, who are endowed with superhuman strength thanks to their magic potion. Our two inseparable heroes gladly accept to help the Princess save her mother and free her country. And thus begins a great voyage and adventure on the road to China. But Caesar and his powerful army, thirsty for a new conquest, are also heading toward the Middle Kingdom..."

Directed by Guillaume Canet, who will also be seen portraying the role of Asterix, written by René Goscinny, Albert Uderzo and Guillaume Canet, the movie features Gilles Lellouche, Vincent Cassel, Jonathan Cohen, Marion Cotillard, Julien Chen and Leanna Chea. Footballer Zlatan Ibrahimovic also makes a special appearance in the film as a guard and shows off some of his iconic footwork.