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· Bryan Ke
‘Kim’s Convenience’ stars reunite with Andrew Phung in ‘Run the Burbs’
Paul Sun-Hyung Lee and Nicole Power are set to reunite with “Kim’s Convenience” co-star Andrew Phung in select episodes of his CBC sitcom “Run the Burbs.” Where to watch them: Phung, 39, will first reunite with Power, 35, in the 10th episode of “Run the Burbs” Season 3, which…
· Ryan General
Simu Liu and James Wan team up for espionage thriller series at Peacock
NBCUniversal’s streaming service Peacock has announced a new espionage techno-thriller series, to be led by Simu Liu and executive produced by filmmaker James Wan. About the show: The still-untitled spy thriller was one of the four shows revealed during the platform’s…
· Carl Samson
10 fun ways anyone can celebrate AAPI Heritage Month
Since the first Asian immigrants — Filipino sailors aboard a Spanish ship — arrived in the U.S. in the 16th century, Asian American/Pacific Islanders (AAPIs) have been an integral part of American society. Today, they make up the fastest-growing racial group in the country, and…
· Bryan Ke
Simu Liu reveals he is working to be a musician: ‘People can have career changes’
Simu Liu recently revealed that he is continuing his pursuit of his lifelong dream to be a musician. On Sunday, Liu, 33, spoke about his decades-long dream with Q’s Tom Power during the Juno Songwriters’ Circle at the Winspear Centre in Edmonton, Canada. The Marvel star returned…
· Michelle De Pacina
Simu Liu to receive 2023 Canadian Academy Special Award for ‘making waves globally’
Marvel star Simu Liu is among the recipients of the Academy of Canadian Cinema & Television 2023 Special Awards. On Wednesday, the Academy of Canadian Cinema & Television unveiled nine recipients ahead of Canadian Screen Week, which recognizes and celebrates the contributions of…
· Ryan General
‘Now we are enemies’: Simu Liu reacts to Toshiba using his stock photo for printer instruction booklet
“Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings” star Simu Liu poked fun at a stock photo of him that was featured on the cover of an old instruction booklet for a Toshiba printer. “Toshiba, whatever you paid for this photo, I guarantee you I would have endorsed you for less. Now we…
· Ryan General
Netflix casts Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Ken Leung and Lim Kay Siu in key live-action ‘Avatar’ roles
Three actors have been announced to join the growing cast of the highly anticipated live-action series “Avatar: The Last Airbender.” Iconic roles filled: Actors Paul Sun-Hyung Lee (“Kim’s Convenience”), Ken Leung (“Lost,” “X-Men: The Last Stand”) and Lim Kay Siu (“Anna and the…
· Ryan General
Simu Liu reveals stance against racism shortly before getting ‘Shang-Chi’ role
Simu Liu did something admirable hours before he learned he would become the martial arts superhero Shang-Chi. Real-life superhero: Liu told Entertainment Weekly that he recalled when he fought against having to say a racist line on the “Kim’s Convenience” set on the same day…
· Thy Nguyen
‘Kim’s Convenience’ Star Jean Yoon Calls Out Producers, Speaks Out on ‘Overtly Racist’ Storylines
“Kim’s Convenience” star Jean Yoon spoke out on the show’s racist storylines, lack of Asian female representation and her difficult experience on set in a series of tweets. Yoon’s Twitter Clapback: In response to Globe and Mail TV critic John Doyle sharing his op-ed on Twitter…
· Thy Nguyen
Simu Liu Blasts Producers, Calls Out Lack of Asian Representation on ‘Kim’s Convenience’
“Kim’s Convenience” star Simu Liu addressed the lack of Asian representation in the writer’s room and called out producers in a lengthy Facebook post. Liu’s Facebook Rant: Liu blasted “Kim’s Convenience” producers after the final season was released on Netflix on June 2.
· Carl Samson
‘Kim’s Convenience’ is Ending With Season 5 and Simu Liu is ‘Heartbroken’
Canadian sitcom “Kim’s Convenience” is ending with its fifth season in April, a decision that upset actors and fans this week. The award-winning show, which includes “Shang-Chi” actor Simu Liu, has been praised through the years for its depiction of a Korean family’s immigrant…
· Bryan Ke
Simu Liu ‘Nearly Cried’ Putting the Shang-Chi Costume On for the First Time
Simu Liu, star of “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings,” felt very emotional the first time he donned his superhero costume but became jokingly irritated by it days later. The 31-year-old Canadian actor spoke to Toronto Life on Jan. 19 about his jump from playing Jung Kim…
· Carl Samson
Simu Liu Named the New Ambassador of UNICEF Canada
Chinese Canadian actor Simu Liu has been named the new ambassador of UNICEF Canada. The role, officially announced on Monday, will see the 31-year-old “Kim’s Convenience” star raise awareness for children’s rights in Canada and around the world.
· Ryan General
Simu Liu Responds to Chinese Fans Who Say He’s ‘Too Ugly’ to Play Shang-Chi
Asian Canadian actor Simu Liu opened up to the Facebook group “subtle asian traits” to express his thoughts on a recent video released by popular YouTube channel Asian Boss. In the video, host Tony conducted a man-on-the-street interview, asking random Chinese people if Liu was…
· Carl Samson
Simu Liu as the Old Spice Man is Finally Here and I’m Swooning
Simu Liu’s ad for Old Spice has finally arrived! Last week, the “Kim’s Convenience” star announced that he had been selected as the company’s first Canadian ambassador, along with a spicy Boomerang teaser.
· Carl Samson
Simu Liu is Now Old Spice’s First Canadian Ambassador and Oh My God My Body is Ready
“Kim’s Convenience” star Simu Liu has become Old Spice’s very first Canadian ambassador. Over the weekend, the 30-year-old actor, writer and producer announced his partnership with the brand in a Boomerang video, where he is seen posing for what appears to be an upcoming…
· Leanna Chan
Simu Liu Shuts Down Laughing Audience Over Sex Stereotypes of Asian Men
Star of “Kim’s Convenience,” Simu Liu called out studio audience members on The Social for laughing when he offered his experience on sexual stereotypes for Asian men. Y’all, the studio audience literally LAUGHED when I wanted to offer my experiences as an Asian guy. The topic…