Shang-Chi Star Simu Liu Gears Up for Avengers: Doomsday Reunion

Simu Liu, the 36-year-old actor who portrayed the titular hero in the 2021 Marvel film Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, is eagerly awaiting his return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) in the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday.

In a recent exclusive interview, Liu expressed his excitement about the opportunity to once again don the Shang-Chi costume and work alongside the "incredible legendary actors" he has long admired. The actor acknowledges that fans have been eager to see more of Shang-Chi in the MCU since the character's introduction four years ago, and he shares their sentiment, stating that he is "not the only one that's kind of felt that absence."

Liu credits the devoted Marvel fan base for propelling his career, saying he is "beyond grateful" for their ongoing support. The Shang-Chi cast, he reveals, has maintained a close-knit relationship, with their group chat still "very active" due to the "unique experience" they shared.

As Liu prepares to take on the "gargantuan production" of Avengers: Doomsday, he reflects on the profound impact that playing Shang-Chi has had on his life, describing it as a feeling he has been "chasing ever since." The actor's enthusiasm for his return to the MCU is palpable, and fans can look forward to seeing him reprise his iconic role alongside the legendary Avengers ensemble.