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· Michelle De Pacina
‘All so eager for Chinese cash’: CNN anchor slams Apple, Nike, IOC for ‘blind eye’ to human rights abuses
CNN’s “State of the Union” anchor Jake Tapper denounced the IOC, large corporations and Hollywood for chasing “Chinese cash” while ignoring the nation’s human rights abuses on air. Profit over ethics: During the segment, Tapper called out Hollywood, the NBA, Silicon Valley and…
· Maina Chen
‘Shang-Chi’ exclusive BTS clip teases bonus features in home video release
“Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings” fans can now watch the movie and bonus content in the comfort of their homes with the latest release. The legacy: In an exclusive behind-the-scenes clip, the origins of the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s (MCU) Shang-Chi are revealed by…
· Maina Chen
‘X-Men: The Animated Series’ Jubilee voice actor says character should be played by an AAPI in reboot
The original voice actress for the ‘90s “X-Men: The Animated Series” will not be returning to reprise her role as X-Men member Jubilee in the reboot. Petitions: On June 19, 2020, fan Stuart Green tweeted that he started a petition to ask Disney and Marvel to bring back the…
· Sarah Yukiko
First trailer for Disney Plus’ ‘Baymax!’ series is heavy on adorable inflatable robot, zero on hairy babies
The first trailer for the “Baymax!” animated show was released on Friday and features the medical robot created by “Big Hero 6” character Tadashi Hamada. Baymax returns: In the trailer, Baymax, with his adorable and patient manner, returns to help his friends and neighbors.
· Khier Casino
‘American Born Chinese’ Disney Plus series to be helmed by ‘Shang-Chi’ director Destin Daniel Cretton
“American Born Chinese” is getting a series adaptation on Disney Plus, and “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings” director Destin Daniel Cretton is set to direct. What we know so far: The adaptation of Gene Luen Yang’s award-winning 2006 graphic novel was announced by…
· Ryan General
With a staggering box office total of nearly $200M, ‘Shang-Chi’ is officially the biggest film of 2021
“Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings,” which features Marvel Studio’s first leading Asian superhero, is now the biggest movie of 2021 and the pandemic era, in the U.S. Power figures: The film, which stars Simu Liu as the titular superhero, took in $13.3 million in its…
· Ryan General
Simu Liu’s grueling first-day training for ‘Shang-Chi’ revealed in behind-the-scenes footage
Behind-the-scenes footage of Simu Liu’s first day of training for “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings” has emerged online. A hero in training: Yung Lee, the action designer for the Marvel Studios film, shared some clips on Instagram to provide fans a glimpse of how Liu…
· Bryan Ke
Actor Sung Kang revealed a huge detail about his ‘Obi-Wan Kenobi’ character
Actor Sung Kang let slip a big detail about his character in the upcoming Disney+ series “Obi-Wan Kenobi” while sharing a story about his childhood adoration for the “Star Wars” franchise. Not a costume anymore: In an interview with Screen Rant, Kang, 49, said he dressed up as…
· Bryan Ke
NY Times Bestselling Author Becomes the First South Asian Woman to Write ‘Ms. Marvel’
Samira Ahmed, a New York Times bestselling YA (Young Adult) author, makes history as the first South Asian woman to write a comic book series for “Ms. Marvel.” The announcement: The new series, titled “Ms. Marvel: Beyond The Limit,” will be penned by Ahmed and illustrated by…
· Ryan General
‘Won’t Have to Wait Very Long at All’ for a Southeast Asian Marvel Superhero, Says Kevin Feige
A Southeast Asian superhero might join the Marvel Cinematic Universe sooner than expected, Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige hinted at a recent press conference for Disney+. The topic was brought up while Feige was in Singapore on Tuesday to promote the local launch of the…
· Bryan Ke
‘Andi Mack’ Star Cast as Lead Role in ‘Doogie Howser’ Reboot ‘Doogie Kameāloha, M.D.’
Peyton Elizabeth Lee, the 16-year-old star of Disney Channel’s “Andi Mack” series, will take on the lead role of “Doogie Kameāloha, M.D.,” a Disney+ reboot of the classic ABC series “Doogie Howser, M.D.” “Doogie Kameāloha, M.D.” follows the story of Lahela “Doogie” Kameāloha…
· Carl Samson
Chinese Canadian Girl Cries Because She Can’t Speak Chinese After Watching ‘Mulan’
A 5-year-old Asian girl has gone viral on TikTok for crying about not being able to speak Chinese. Mikayla, who is Chinese Canadian, first expressed her interest in the language while watching Disney’s live-action “Mulan.”
· Bryan Ke
‘Raya and the Last Dragon’ to Have Simultaneous Release on Disney+ and in Theaters
“Raya and the Last Dragon” will be released simultaneously on Disney’s streaming platform, Disney+, and in theaters on March 5, 2021, the company announced on Thursday. Like the live-action adaptation of “Mulan,” the upcoming film will be released on Prime Access with a separate…
· Ryan General
Marvel Casts Pakistani-Canadian to Play ‘Ms. Marvel’ in Upcoming Disney+ Series
Editor’s Note: This article has been updated to correct the headline that actress Iman Vellani is Pakistani Canadian, not Pakistani American. Marvel Studios has found an actress to play Kamala Khan, aka Ms. Marvel, for its upcoming series on Disney+, Deadline reports.
· Editorial Staff
15 Ways The New ‘Mulan’ Brought Everyone Great Shame
After months of excited anticipation, audiences around the world were presented with a live-action version of “Mulan” that brought more disappointment than anything else. Setting aside actress Liu Yifei’s controversial support for the Hong Kong police, Disney thanking…
· Bryan Ke
Live-Action ‘Mulan’ to Be Released on Disney+ For an Additional Fee
The live-action adaptation of “Mulan” is coming to Disney+ in September, but subscribers will have to pay extra to watch the movie. In its earnings call on Tuesday, Disney announced “Mulan” is set for release on its streaming service on September 4, and subscribers who wish to…
· Bryan Ke
Over 20,000 People Sign Petition for Disney Parks to Stop Casting White People in POC Roles
A Change.org petition is calling out Disney and asking the entertainment company to stop whitewashing the roles of the characters in its parks. The petition, titled “Make sure Disney stops casting white people for roles that require real people of color,” is asking the company…
· Jin Hyun
Jon M. Chu Wants to Make a ‘Star Wars’ Rose Tico Spin-Off After Disney Disappointed Fans
“Star Wars” fans were left disappointed and outraged over the treatment of Kelly Marie Tran’s character, Rose Tico, in the new “Star Wars” film, “The Rise of Skywalker”. Among those unsatisfied with Tran’s lack of screen time was “Crazy Rich Asians” director Jon M. Chu, who…
· Carl Samson
Pixar’s Latest Short Has a Korean Grandma Struggling to Give Her Grandson a Better Life
“Wind,” Pixar’s latest short, is a tribute to the sacrifices of a woman who raised her children in the aftermath of the Korean War before bringing them to the United States for a better life. The film, produced through Pixar’s SparkShorts program — which allows the studio’s…
· Carl Samson
Disney Plus Warns Users of Problematic Scenes in Their Old Cartoons
Disney is warning users of “outdated cultural depictions” in some of its older movies available on Disney Plus this week. The streaming service, which launched to more than 10 million sign-ups on Tuesday, currently boasts a library of about 500 films and 7,500 episodes of TV,…