Simu Liu directed by Shang Qi opens about the “mental ramifications” of public life on the film’s first anniversary

Shang Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings It was released in theaters on September 3, 2021 and the Phase 4 movie quickly became a huge hit with Marvel fans. The movie is currently playing rotten tomatoes by 91% of critics and 98% of the public. ComicBook.com He gave the film a 4.5 out of 5 describing it as “an action-packed origin story full of heart and humor.” It was recently announced shang chi Director Destin will direct Daniel Creighton shang chi A sequel with Simu Liu returning to play the titular hero. Today, Liu took to Instagram to honor the movie’s anniversary and open up about his new life in the public eye.

“Exactly one year ago, this little movie came out and completely changed my life. It was nothing short of the best trip ever…but after taking some time to think, I know that this life also comes at a huge cost,” Leo wrote. “I was suddenly thrust into the stratosphere in which I had no business, and was woefully unprepared to deal with the mental fallout of a life living in public. I felt like I was driving the hell out of a learning curve, crushing all my talk show appearances and interviews, but also neglecting to spend The time to check in on myself and prioritize my mental health.”

Liu continued, “I’ve shot four movies since then, and am currently filming my fifth, and have also published a memoir. I didn’t have time to breathe because I was too afraid to take my feet off the gas. I was so obsessed with the idea of ​​taking up space and representing my community, I almost worked on my own. Over exhaustion.While I am very proud of my accomplishments and work ethic, I know moving forward something has to change.So today on the anniversary of Shang-Chi’s release, I am especially excited that I am in therapy and prioritizing my health.I am recovering and I am on my way to becoming something more. From just a superhero; I’m on my way to becoming a good guy.. (But keep in touch because I love doing it and it will be for many years to come.)

earlier this year, Shang Chi and the Legend of Episode Tens won “Character Animation, Live Action” at the Annie Awards. At the 2nd Annual Critics’ Choice Awards, shang chi He also scored five nominations. Marvel won Best Superhero Movie, Best Actor in a Superhero Movie (Tony Leung), Best Actor in a Superhero Movie (Simo Liu), Best Actress in a Superhero Movie (Michelle Yeoh), and Best Villain (Tony Leung). shang chi He also received an Academy Award nomination for Best Achievement in Visual Effects but ended up losing Dune.

Shang Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings Now available to stream on Disney+.

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