Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, released in 2021, is a Marvel superhero film introducing Shang-Chi, played by Simu Liu. The story follows Shang-Chi, a skilled martial artist living an ordinary life in San Francisco, who is drawn back into his past when the mysterious Ten Rings, led by his estranged father Wen-Wu (Tony Leung), reappear.
The film explores themes of identity, family and legacy as Shang-Chi grapples with his father’s legacy and his own abilities. With breathtaking martial arts choreography and a combination of humor and action, he highlights how important it is to return to his roots.
Awkwafina plays Katie, Shang-Chi’s loyal friend, who provides both comic relief and moral support. The film also features a rich supporting cast, including Michelle Yeoh as mentor figure Jiang Nan.
Directed by Destin Daniel Cretton, Shang-Chi received praise for its cultural representation, compelling storytelling and visual effects. It marks an important step for representation of Asian characters in the superhero genre and paves the way for future stories in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The film’s combination of action, heart and humor was well received by audiences and has become a standout addition to the MCU.
Shang-Chi - Release Date, Trailer, Songs, Cast
| Movie: | Shang-Chi |
| Genre: | Superhero, MartialArts |
| Language: | English |
| Director: | DestinDanielCretton |
| Main Cast: | SimuLiu, Awkwafina, TonyLeung |
| Release Date: | September3,2021 |
| Banner: | MarvelStudios, WaltDisneyPictures |
| Music: | Not available |
| Budget: | 200million |
| Runtime: | 132minutes |
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