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As Marvel's first Asian lead in 'Shang-Chi,' he turned a studio experiment into a franchise anchor — then used the platform as an outspoken advocate, treating visibility as a mandate, not a milestone.
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· Ryan General
‘Thor: Love and Thunder’ set to lose millions in potential revenue as China release prospects dim
Marvel Studios’ newest film “Thor: Love and Thunder,” which launched globally last week, has yet to get a release date in China. In 2017, “Thor: Ragnarok” earned $112 million in China, which is now the second-largest film market in the world, second only to the U.S. Getting…
· Bryan Ke
‘Crazy Rich Asians 2’: Constance Wu reveals production is ‘gearing up and getting ready’ to film
Constance Wu has finally shared a much-awaited update on the highly anticipated “Crazy Rich Asians 2,” claiming that “the wheels are moving.” Speaking to reporters while on tour to promote her Amazon Prime series “The Terminal,” in which she appears alongside “Guardians of the…
· Grace Kim
Simu Liu details aggressive encounter with professional autograph seekers
Simu Liu spoke out on social media about a disturbing encounter with autograph seekers after a signing event for his newly released memoir. The actor said he will report the incident to the police. “If you come to my events and harass me or make me or my fans uncomfortable,…
· Ryan General
Simu Liu and Jeremy Lin headline star-studded basketball game for a cause in Toronto
Jeremy Lin and Simu Liu are headlining the second Canadian Chinese Youth Athletic Association Celebrity Classic, a celebrity basketball game that aims to raise funds for the organization's new community center and the Jeremy Lin Foundation. Over 20 Asian American celebrities,…
· Rebecca Moon
‘I wanted so badly to be hot’: Simu Liu talks the challenges of growing up as an Asian male
Simu Liu described growing up as an Asian male teenager as “very hard,” as he was “constantly aware of how I was being perceived.” Liu said it was challenging as a teenager because the media portrayed Asian males as being “awkward, nerdy and completely undateable.” When he…
· Ryan General
Simu Liu to host Time 100 TV special on world’s most influential people of 2022
Chinese Canadian actor and Marvel star Simu Liu will host “Time100: The World’s Most Influential People,” a TV special of the Time 100 Gala in June. Liu, who was named by Time as one of this year’s 100 most influential people, said in a statement that he is “looking forward to…
· Bryan Ke
Utah honors native son Nathan Chen with his own day
Utah declared May 18 as Nathan Chen Day to honor the Chinese American Olympic gold medalist for his significant achievements in figure skating. Chen, 23, was recognized by the Utah Sports Commision, Utah Governor Spencer Cox and other state legislators during a ceremony at Utah…
· Bryan Ke
Fans debate casting of Henry Golding versus Simu Liu in ‘Crazy Rich Asians’
Fans are sharing their thoughts on the Henry Golding versus Simu Liu casting debate after the Marvel star opened up about failing to land a role in the 2018 film “Crazy Rich Asians” despite auditioning four times. Several Twitter users argued that Liu being cast as Nick Young…
· Grace Kim
Simu Liu was turned away from ‘Crazy Rich Asians’ because he didn’t have ‘it’ factor
Simu Liu revealed in a podcast interview that a lack of an “it” factor is the reason he was told why he was turned down for several roles in the 2018 hit “Crazy Rich Asians.” The actor reflected back on the moment, saying, “It was at a time that was very difficult for me, I was…
· William Yuk
Sandra Oh on Simu Liu being named one of the most influential people of 2022: ‘He’s our superhero’
Time recently revealed that actor Simu Liu is one of the five cover stars of the publication’s annual Time100 issue, which highlights the 100 most influential people in the world. Liu is part of the issue’s Artists category and was paired with fellow actor Sandra Oh, who raved…
· Grace Kim
Simu Liu revealed to play 1 of 3 versions of Ken in upcoming ‘Barbie’ film
Simu Liu has been revealed to be playing one of three versions of Ken in the upcoming “Barbie” movie. The other two will be played by Ryan Gosling and Ncuti Gatwa. Margot Robbie, who is set to play Barbie, won’t be the only one either, with Issa Rae and Hari Nef taking on two…
· Khier Casino
‘Mandarin is not an easy language’: Simu Liu explains his criticism of ‘Moon Knight’
Simu Liu further explained his criticism against Ethan Hawke’s character’s use of Mandarin in “Moon Knight.” “I think there’s maybe a misconception that Marvel is this kind of monolithic, all-powerful single organism with infinite resources,” Liu told GQ. “I have full…
· Grace Kim
Simu Liu reveals that script for his upcoming project ‘Barbie’ was one of the best his agent ever read
Simu Liu revealed his reason for joining the cast of the upcoming “Barbie” movie, starring Margot Robbie. Liu described the film as “wild” and “incredibly unique,” adding, “I wish I could just show you what we do day to day because it’s crazy.” “Barbie” is expected to release on…
· Grace Kim
Simu Liu opens up about repairing his relationship with his immigrant parents after childhood trauma
Simu Liu has opened up about his complicated relationship history with his immigrant parents in an interview with People. Cultural differences and expectations for him to be perfect caused a rift earlier on, later exacerbated by his B-average performance in school. "As I've…
· Michelle De Pacina
Simu Liu honored with IMDb Starmeter Award for being a ‘fan favorite’
IMDb presented Simu Liu with a “Fan Favorite” Starmeter Award in honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Liu reached the top 10 in the Starmeter rankings three times in the past year for his leading roles in Marvel’s “Shang-Chi and The Legend of The Ten…
· Ryan General
‘Moon Knight’ director Mohamed Diab responds to Simu Liu’s criticism of the show’s Mandarin
“Moon Knight” director Mohamed Diab has responded to Simu Liu’s criticism over the show’s poor Mandarin pronunciation in its second episode. The Marvel star, along with several other Mandarin speakers, reacted negatively to the incomprehensible Mandarin dialogue spoken by Ethan…
· Bryan Ke
‘Masked Singer’: Latest episode shows Rudy Giuliani’s controversial unmasking, Ken Jeong’s walkout
The much-awaited unmasking of former New York City mayor and Trump lawyer Rudy Giuliani on “The Masked Singer” finally aired on Wednesday. Giuliani, 77, was subpoenaed on Jan. 18 by the House Select Committee, which was tasked with investigating the Capitol Hill riot on Jan. 6,…
· Carl Samson
Simu Liu banners seen on the back of tuk-tuks as Thai fans celebrate ahead of his birthday
Marvel superstar Simu Liu took to Instagram on Sunday to share photos from fans who are celebrating ahead of his birthday on April 19. Thai fans printed banners and attached them on several tuk-tuks, while Korean fans paid for ads in what appears to be a subway station. Liu…
· 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…
· Rebecca Moon
Simu Liu confirms his role in ‘Barbie’ movie starring Margot Robbie: ‘I guess it’s salad for dinner’
Simu Liu confirmed his casting in the upcoming film “Barbie” by tweeting a joke about only eating “salad for dinner.” Liu will be joining Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling, who will be playing Barbie and Ken. Details regarding the plot of the film or Liu’s role have not yet been…
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