Along with reflecting about his casting as the lead character in Marvel Studios' Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, Simu Liu also shared a wholesome story involving Black Widow star David Harbour.
On Instagram, Lui shared an photo from Marvel Studios' Hall H presentation at Comic-Con International in San Diego last year, during which he was announced to be playing Shang-Chi's eponymous character and was featured alongside various other present and future Marvel Cinematic Universe stars. "A year ago at Hall H, I told David Harbour that I was a huge fan of him as we walked offstage after our big group photo," Lui said. "He smiled and said, 'Kid, after seeing you onstage, I’m a big fan of you too!'"
Lui would go on to say that he was looking forward to joining everyone again at Hall H, then added, "Unfortunately, the Universe had other plans for us." The actor went on to praise Marvel Studios and end the post on a hopeful note for those awaiting his film. "Thank you all for an amazing year; it's been a ride, but we're still here! LET'S FINISH THIS!!!!!"
After experiencing a major delay due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings is said to resume production this month. Shooting on the film will take place in Australia with some footage planned to be shot in Los Angeles as well.
Directed by Destin Daniel Cretton and written by Daniel Callaham, Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings stars Simu Liu, Tony Leung and Awkwafina. The film arrives in theaters May 7, 2021.