When Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings earned $450 million at the global box office at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, it seemed Simu Liu was poised to become Marvel’s next breakout star.
Praised by critics and audiences alike, the Shang-Chi franchise was positioned as a key pillar of Marvel’s post-Endgame future.
Director Destin Daniel Cretton arrives for the world premiere of Marvels “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings” at the El Capitan theatre in Hollywood, California, August 16, 2021. Photo: VALERIE MACON/AFP via Getty Images
In the years since, however, Liu’s titular hero has been largely absent from the broader Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU).
That will change later this year with the release of Avengers: Doomsday.
Shang-Chi Will Return
Not only will Shang-Chi return for the multiversal adventure, but it looks like he will also join Earth’s Mightiest Heroes.
Source: Marvel Studios
With just three months to go until Doomsday hits theaters, Liu has shared an update on his Marvel future.
Katy (Awkwafina) and Shang-Chi (Simu Liu) in Marvel Studios’ SHANG-CHI AND THE LEGEND OF THE TEN RINGS. Photo by Jasin Boland. ©Marvel Studios 2021. All Rights Reserved.
While we know that Simu Liu will be joining the Avengers for their next adventure, the status of Shang-Chi 2 is less clear.
A Look Ahead
During a recent interview with Itzyreviews, however, Liu gave fans new hope.
Shang-Chi (Simu Liu) in Marvel Studios’ SHANG-CHI AND THE LEGEND OF THE TEN RINGS. Photo courtesy of Marvel Studios. ©Marvel Studios 2021.
“I have the same questions. I think soon. First Doomsday, then Secret Wars, and then Shang-Chi 2,” he said.
Liu’s comments were particularly interesting, as they seemingly confirm that Shang-Chi will survive the events of Avengers: Doomsday and return for Secret Wars.
(L-R): Xialing (Meng’er Zhang), Shang-Chi (Simu Liu) and Katy (Awkwafina) in Marvel Studios’ SHANG-CHI AND THE LEGEND OF THE TEN RINGS. Photo by Jasin Boland. ©Marvel Studios 2021. All Rights Reserved.
Additionally, it sounds like Shang-Chi 2 may come to fruition after all.
Hopefully, Liu continues to anchor the Marvel Cinematic Universe moving forward.
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