Simu Liu on his life-changing role as Marvel's 1st Asian superhero and the end of Kim's Convenience

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  • Canada’s Simu Liu has leapt from the small screen to the big screen with a life-changing role in Marvel’s Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings. He sat down with Q’s Tom Power to talk about being the first Asian superhero to lead a Marvel film and how he felt saying goodbye to Kim’s Convenience. cbc.ca/1.6158125
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Komentáře • 164

  • @richardbenitez1282
    @richardbenitez1282 Před 3 lety +301

    It’s nice to hear from a movie star who is intelligent and well spoken.

  • @diw2756
    @diw2756 Před 2 lety +77

    12:52 what Simu said was right; we don’t need a perfect human, we need a good human. The world needs a good human who is also Asian. Well-said, Simu👍🏻

  • @Lczzy
    @Lczzy Před 3 lety +36

    Simu, the story about your parents not wanting the nice/expensive gestures from you is so relatable. You are a good kid.

  • @elith777
    @elith777 Před 3 lety +222

    I love this interview because all other interviews were really fun, but never talked about the reality of Asian-american and Asian society. It's really good to hear about Simu's feeling about his responsibility and representation that he had to show to the world. Thanks for the wonderful interview.

  • @viranjith
    @viranjith Před 2 lety +40

    "I chose you because you were a good human." 😭😭😭😭

    • @lowkeyloki5359
      @lowkeyloki5359 Před 2 lety

      oh i thought he said good humor

    • @wanda616
      @wanda616 Před 2 lety

      reminds me of Steve rogers. he was chosen to receive the super soldier serum not because he was a good soldier, but because he was a good person

  • @lurvecr
    @lurvecr Před 3 lety +106

    He is such an articulate sensitive intelligent person. So glad Simi is our first Chinese marvel superhero lead. 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

    • @ddonlee
      @ddonlee Před 3 lety +4

      Simu

    • @karenling2106
      @karenling2106 Před 2 lety +1

      it's simu

    • @lowkeyloki5359
      @lowkeyloki5359 Před 2 lety

      I wonder if one day, an idiot reads this comment and goes "Calling an Asian person articulate is offensive"

  • @Ronindan1
    @Ronindan1 Před 3 lety +54

    As a first gen immigrant from Asia. This interview hits home.

    • @angelloro
      @angelloro Před 2 lety

      I am not Asian, but I am an immigrant and I come from a country with a strong Chinese influence, so it hits home for me too. I feel like all of us immigrants share somehow the same experience of living in a foreign country.

  • @jjstarrprod
    @jjstarrprod Před 3 lety +146

    Fantastic interview !
    You really see that he's leaning in into his vulnerabilities, like he said.
    Almost felt like a session at the therapist, but shared to the whole world to see.
    I haven't seen Kim's convenience, before, but hearing him speak about it with such love but also heartbreak, and also talk about his drive about making Asian people proud of themselves, or at least make them feel like they belong, makes me feel that much proud of him for all the way he's gone through. Way to go Simu !
    You're on your path for great things, and we'll all be following you closely !

    • @ilsukdyang8134
      @ilsukdyang8134 Před 2 lety +1

      You should also see what he's done on Wong Fu Productions. Asian Bachelorette 2 is particularly hilarious!

  • @oktuesdays3570
    @oktuesdays3570 Před 3 lety +47

    As a Living Hyphen (Asian-Canadian) this part at @12:40 legit just made me cry. Love this man and what he's doing.

  • @sonnytaylor5668
    @sonnytaylor5668 Před 3 lety +101

    This is such a calming interview and I adore hearing Simu's thoughts. As an Asian-American, I'm proud of his success and I only hope for him to grow even bigger.

  • @ivyyang7752
    @ivyyang7752 Před 3 lety +69

    He’s such a great story teller as well. I felt his excitement when he got the call

    • @Mizzlezzlee
      @Mizzlezzlee Před 2 lety +1

      Ever since I watched Shang-chi I can’t stop watching his interviews. Lol his jimmy fallon one was hilarious as always. ☺️

  • @Latriise
    @Latriise Před 3 lety +45

    One of the few actors I enjoy seeing interviewed. And this was a great one. Great interviewer and really thoughtful, open responses. Loved it. Simu deserves all the success coming his way.
    And the way he talked about representation was so spot on. It's how I felt when Black Panther came out. And I hope that Marvel expands the storylines they had planned for him, now that they see how much fans love the character.

  • @raven50x
    @raven50x Před 3 lety +67

    This is a solid interview. Great questions, very well researched. I'm proud of Simu and thanks for giving him more ways to express who we are as a culture and people.

  • @user-BigOrangeCat
    @user-BigOrangeCat Před 3 lety +40

    I love the movie and Simu. Really looking forward to the sequel.

  • @annfong4779
    @annfong4779 Před 3 lety +23

    Amazing, real, heartfelt interview! Thank you, Simu, for being so genuine. May you continue to do great things, whatever opportunities are given to you, to tear down walls and bring people together. Proud to be Asian; proud to be Canadian!

  • @irenebritt5115
    @irenebritt5115 Před 3 lety +44

    Omg…funny, friendly, humble, casual…love these two Canadian guys being real and familiar. Oh, and articulate, thoughtful and intelligent. Kudos to both interviewer and interviewee. This was a treat.

  • @nicholaslawrence6926
    @nicholaslawrence6926 Před 2 lety +4

    Simu Liu was definitely raised very well by his parents.
    He never let fame ruin him the way it happened to some many celebs.

  • @twothirdsanexplosive
    @twothirdsanexplosive Před 2 lety +17

    Haha the hotel story with his parents. Reminds me of every time I take my parents out to a nice restaurant -- their comment is always the food was very good but they could have made at home for a lot less money. But take them out to a buffet with a coupon and they have the time of their life.

  • @Ndrl888
    @Ndrl888 Před 2 lety +8

    Simu literally says everything i was feeling and thinking while watching shang chi perfectly. Hes such a great personality

  • @saram2346
    @saram2346 Před 3 lety +19

    What an incredibly humble guy who knows where he came from and wants to pay it forward. He makes me proud to be CBC.

  • @LoLWazabi
    @LoLWazabi Před 2 lety +5

    I'm so proud to have Simu be the model figure, hero, and just someone to look up to for our generation and next generations to come.

  • @Allen.Fepuleai
    @Allen.Fepuleai Před 2 lety +8

    I’m so glad I watched this movie 3 times to support this guy. He is a good guy

    • @fanfanwong6233
      @fanfanwong6233 Před 2 lety +1

      Happy to know you like this movie and Simon Liu . Proud of him

  • @tha1ne
    @tha1ne Před 3 lety +38

    to be clear, they mean first asian lead superhero which is a BIG deal to us in the asian community in the western world. There was wong and hogun, but both of them were sidekicks.

    • @asianwithanaccent4047
      @asianwithanaccent4047 Před 3 lety +1

      Forgot hogun lol

    • @anthonyyoutubefan7567
      @anthonyyoutubefan7567 Před 3 lety +2

      But, what about Agents Melinda May and (future Avenger) Daisy "Quake" Johnson of Agents Of S.H.I.E.L.D.? They've existed in The MCU, since 2012.

    • @DanielMRonindan
      @DanielMRonindan Před 2 lety

      @@anthonyyoutubefan7567 AOS is not part of MCU

    • @anthonyyoutubefan7567
      @anthonyyoutubefan7567 Před 2 lety +2

      @Gia Gia Reaching? It was a team. Gee, Agent Johnson was a pretty big deal for 7 years on that show. And, Agent May was one of the few trusted members of Fury's elite...that's why she was tasked with watching over Phil Coulson, after he had been sent to T.A.H.I.T.I., and was one of the first to be made aware of Fury's "death" during The Winter Soldier.

    • @anthonyyoutubefan7567
      @anthonyyoutubefan7567 Před 2 lety +2

      @@DanielMRonindan Uh, the scenes setting up/corresponding with The Winter Soldier and Infinity War, say different...to name just two.

  • @dalpowers
    @dalpowers Před 2 lety +1

    What a Beautiful and Humble Man! His family as well!! So happy for him!! Great Movie!!❤️💚💯🎥🎞️

  • @unstopology
    @unstopology Před rokem +1

    So awesome what he said at the end. As an Asian-American who migrated here in the 80s I always felt out of place. And he's right, asians never really had a voice until now. Thanks for paving the way.

  • @bobstermarley
    @bobstermarley Před 2 lety +1

    He is just such a lovely guy. Absolutely delighted for him and his success. And for what it’s worth, Shang-Chi has been my absolute favourite Marvel film to date. Just magical.

  • @benjaminsantos156
    @benjaminsantos156 Před rokem

    It’s seems like Tom is genuinely so happy for Simu. Like they have been friends forever.

  • @disengagedsage737
    @disengagedsage737 Před 3 lety +9

    Just saw the film and I have to say that it was better than I could ever imagined. Everyone was incredible! I initially went to just support Asian actors but I left the theatre obsessed with the film.

  • @RebeccalaZC
    @RebeccalaZC Před 3 lety +15

    Great interview really enjoyed the well articulated and deep answers

  • @ryantitus21
    @ryantitus21 Před 2 lety +2

    saw him how he told the story about his and his family life back then, he tried not to cry, and he changed the story... you are amazing, I don't know why, I love how chinese mindset, It is incredible.

  • @gavinmcdonald1711
    @gavinmcdonald1711 Před 2 lety +3

    When Simu spoke in metaphor about just driving towards that sunset, I had a flashback to his character/performance in Vietgone.

  • @lance_goosen
    @lance_goosen Před 2 lety +9

    Great interview! Simu is well spoken.

  • @DrPetrosKorean
    @DrPetrosKorean Před 3 lety +8

    Thoroughly enjoyed this interview. Very comfortable and well-thought out answers by Simu and interview questions. I love SImu's facets of passion of family. identify, and awareness

  • @rowenah6588
    @rowenah6588 Před 2 lety +5

    I really appreciated that reflection on the end of Kim's Convenience.

  • @Exen88
    @Exen88 Před 3 lety +5

    BEAUTIFUL interview! Deep. This is the interview I’ve been looking for in the past few days..just sifting through CZcams. Found it!

  • @Alexander-jy1xe
    @Alexander-jy1xe Před 3 lety +8

    I love this guy! I wish him the best

  • @msh104utube
    @msh104utube Před 2 lety +4

    Awesome interview and what a great guy Simu is. Class act and I'm taking my kids to see Shang Chi because of him and how it looks like an entertaining movie!

  • @SWandG
    @SWandG Před 2 lety +4

    Still the frugal Asian parents who wish to live a simple life with no frills...great respect!

  • @muguet837
    @muguet837 Před 2 lety +12

    Attractive guy👍 very intelligent.

  • @bunmeng007
    @bunmeng007 Před 2 lety +1

    Respect to Simu. You deserve all the success.

  • @graceline0928
    @graceline0928 Před 3 lety +51

    It’s funny (the whole interview) yet sad to have some glimpse into his early life. I just completely understand what it’s like to have parents who try their best to give the very best to their children… while they themselves are so adamant about receiving the best - almost always sticking to the most possible economical way. :D

  • @brigitteweber9576
    @brigitteweber9576 Před rokem

    Simple n Humble...How BEautifull💜

  • @notenoughtreble
    @notenoughtreble Před 2 lety +3

    Simu is just so refreshing- in EVERY way.

  • @koalaTtime
    @koalaTtime Před 2 lety +3

    I’m in love with him so much like inside and out I can’t omg

  • @michaelp9061
    @michaelp9061 Před 2 lety +4

    What a whole some guy. I couldn’t imagine Shang chi played by anyone else. He started from Kim’s and now this ?!

  • @sheilalutchmanen2542
    @sheilalutchmanen2542 Před 2 lety +1

    Wow what a awesome guy all ways cool well spoken great interview congratulations too all your achievements love you man

  • @buddyl3340
    @buddyl3340 Před 3 lety +8

    Good to see him showing piety towards his parent! Remember and be proud of who you are and where you come from! Like that he "rock the boat".

  • @Exen88
    @Exen88 Před 3 lety +11

    Simu always having issues with his parents. Lol. It’s so amazing to know that I feel like Shang-Chi is just Simu being Simu but with cinematic filter. Hard to explain but you feel like Shang-Chi is an actual real person.

  • @KienDLuu
    @KienDLuu Před 3 lety +5

    That comment about the immigrant creed hits close to home. There are so many individuals of Asian descent in my community with so much potential, but it's never realised due to this creed.

  • @ditsaa
    @ditsaa Před 3 lety +19

    He’s amazing. Love Kim’s convenience.

  • @Me-tp6ll
    @Me-tp6ll Před 2 lety +1

    Out of all asian celebrity.. hes the most Relatable ones and Very Very Open about himself... Its Rare to have that type of personality...especially hes a Multitalent man.. man can sing, Act, Stunts, Doing dances, Boxing, Breakdancing, Workout, good at Baseballin too, good Talker, really good at Beat Saber too... like im surprised hes soo Pro at beatsaber and Beating jimmy fallon Score soo Far away. And Many many more Talents that he havent Reveal Yet.

  • @readbooks9985
    @readbooks9985 Před 3 lety +11

    Frugal parents. 👍 I can appreciate that.

  • @geopaulet923
    @geopaulet923 Před 3 lety +11

    I love Simu Liu. I want him as my husband 😂😂😂😂

  • @dudemistah94
    @dudemistah94 Před 3 lety +10

    Simu Liu is a STAR so wonderful to see him shine Disney please give him ton more projects. It's depressing to not see the Aladdin movie star not being picked up for anything at all. Simu is an absolute gem please I would love to manifest for him to only exceed in life lol. I will watch every movie sexy asian daddy is in

  • @Bobbyfurna
    @Bobbyfurna Před 2 lety +4

    This reminds me a lot of how the fresh prince of bel air was made and how the actors were actually the ones to write the scripts as they new best how to represent the first black tv show. This should’ve been the same with Kim’s convenience as it was the first of its kind.

  • @ltkwok
    @ltkwok Před 2 lety +2

    I’m going to cry

  • @gonaye1
    @gonaye1 Před 3 lety +4

    Amazing story

  • @Y0utub3me
    @Y0utub3me Před 2 lety +2

    Phenomenal interview!

  • @sahakreathahindman3058
    @sahakreathahindman3058 Před 2 lety +1

    Yass!! Simu you are a good human being!!!

  • @stacram87
    @stacram87 Před 2 lety +3

    powerful interview. Looking forward to his amazing career.

  • @beckythao9820
    @beckythao9820 Před 3 lety +9

    Awww I enjoyed Shangchi!!! Badass movie! And I enjoyed u so much on Kim's Convenience & I'm so sad that yall ended and that it didn't end on a good note :'( I hope yall can hash it out and make it out right sometime in the future :(

  • @cinnjotime3995
    @cinnjotime3995 Před 2 lety +2

    Lovvveeeee this guy my heroooooo

  • @satinsolstice
    @satinsolstice Před 2 lety

    he is so intelligent and well spoken. what's not to love.

  • @cheahd
    @cheahd Před 2 lety +1

    Wonderfully articulated brother!

  • @mssmith9227
    @mssmith9227 Před 3 lety +5

    Sim Liu excellent job in the movie! You're inspiring and you represented all Asians on that screen!

  • @sermon09
    @sermon09 Před 3 lety +1

    very touching

  • @johaniffsofiz
    @johaniffsofiz Před 2 lety +2

    Love Simu!

  • @chid4610
    @chid4610 Před 2 lety

    I am glad CBC is interviewing this guy after Kim’s.

  • @zookytar
    @zookytar Před 3 lety +5

    OMG his parents 😂😂😂

  • @marrz8244
    @marrz8244 Před 2 lety +1

    Great conversation ✌🤘

  • @yekVeyeVkey
    @yekVeyeVkey Před 2 lety

    I love him already

  • @Tac0maAr0ma
    @Tac0maAr0ma Před 3 lety +6

    Idk if there’s a human in history who’s had as great a week as Simu just had. Love this dude.

  • @zolikha-fx7wq
    @zolikha-fx7wq Před 25 dny

    Me resultas demasiado mono y gracioso❤❤❤

  • @naneumbuja
    @naneumbuja Před 2 lety +1

    정말 멋있는 배우에요!

  • @6throotjavi
    @6throotjavi Před 2 lety +1

    I like simu hes a good actor, I just think it's funny when he's explaining on how he thought he wasn't the right one for the film, but we all know why he was chosen........ He was prob one of the only talented actors that kinda looks like young xi jinping

  • @zolikha-fx7wq
    @zolikha-fx7wq Před 25 dny

    ❤❤❤de masiado mayor para una joven de 22años

  • @genst2090
    @genst2090 Před rokem

    Jon!!!!!!!

  • @brigitteweber9576
    @brigitteweber9576 Před rokem

    Oh! I Miss Amma n Appa🙏

  • @r49y92
    @r49y92 Před 2 lety

    Benedict Wong was the first Asian Superhero in the Marvel movies.

  • @Kelly-tb7it
    @Kelly-tb7it Před 2 lety

    "llook at what a great deal we got!" such an asian parents thing😭
    cheap and pretty good? a good deal!

  • @chuenivison6217
    @chuenivison6217 Před 2 lety

    Stomach growling @20:57. XD

  • @dennischen8887
    @dennischen8887 Před 2 lety +1

    Get this man on Conan

  • @2xYong
    @2xYong Před 2 lety

    Wong : I'm not a superhero!?!?

  • @vancouvercomedyuncensoredv8240

    #therewillbeblood

  • @zolikha-fx7wq
    @zolikha-fx7wq Před 25 dny

    😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

  • @margarcia4841
    @margarcia4841 Před 2 lety +2

    generational thing.... so relate ;hotel stuff

  • @c4ghts1
    @c4ghts1 Před 2 lety +1

    WONG WAS MARVELS FIRST ASIAN SUPERHERO

    • @I.YanaCeee
      @I.YanaCeee Před 2 lety +1

      I guess they were talking about being the lead asian hero in a movie~

  • @G_B_G_B
    @G_B_G_B Před 2 lety +1

    Booking a motel? Lol. It was probably going to take the parents sometime to realize how reality just manifested itself.

  • @2kdemiks816
    @2kdemiks816 Před 3 lety

    0:22 pause

  • @tonyvo5374
    @tonyvo5374 Před 2 lety

    THE INTER VIEW IS GREAT ,,,BUT THE AUDIO SOUND WAS TOO MUCH BASS ,, SOUND SO SLEEPY AFTER YOU LISTENING 10 MINUTES ,,

  • @Christopher-je3gr
    @Christopher-je3gr Před 2 lety

    i liked kims didnt chris keep doing parks n req after Guardians?

  • @davidmckesey7119
    @davidmckesey7119 Před 3 lety

    I wish the old broadcaster was here but I understand the allegations and his old stuff but I love his voice

  • @샤오랑
    @샤오랑 Před rokem

    9:11

  • @lwal7494
    @lwal7494 Před 2 lety

    So what does that make Wong in Doctor Strange ???

  • @vadamsvengeance3219
    @vadamsvengeance3219 Před rokem

    Wong? XD

  • @vancouvercomedyuncensoredv8240

    #Junogate

  • @franklinhu573
    @franklinhu573 Před 2 lety

    ha ha chinese are proud when they can score good deal.

  • @pgplaysvidya
    @pgplaysvidya Před 2 lety +1

    2:00 asian parents are so weird

  • @maharthura9009
    @maharthura9009 Před 3 lety

    Down my throat ...?

  • @Trowa159
    @Trowa159 Před 3 lety

    he was not offered a drink

    • @ddonlee
      @ddonlee Před 3 lety +1

      Shangchi dont need water. 😂

    • @eljo8963
      @eljo8963 Před 2 lety +1

      @@ddonlee but simu needs