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It’s been three years since Simu Liu made his debut in the Marvel Cinematic Universe withShang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings,and since then, fans have been eagerly awaiting updates on a sequel. The prolonged silence from Marvel had left many concerned, but a recent tease from Liu himself has sparked a glimmer of hope, suggesting that progress is definitely being made behind the scenes.

A still from Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings.

Despite this encouraging news, fans remain cautiously optimistic and are still wary about whether they will see Shang-Chi return for a solo adventure in the near future. The anticipation continues to build as they hold out for more concrete details and official announcements.

Shang-Chi 2 Gets an Exciting Update, What’s Happening With The Long Awaited Sequel?

Anxious Shang-Chi fans can finally breathe a sigh of relief. Despite the long silence on updates,Simu Liu’s recent hints have reignited excitement. While the buzz around his addition to the post-Endgame Marvel Universe was promising, the lack of news about a sequel had many worried. However, Liu has recently reassured fans that progress is definitely underway behind the scenes.

“Jackie Chan in Shang-Chi 2”: 70-Year-Old Jackie Chan Meeting With Simu Liu Gives Us Some Hope We Will Finally See Him in Marvel Movies

Although Marvel has yet to officially announceShang-Chi 2,reports confirm that the studio is indeed working on it. In a recent interview with PTI (viaTimes of India), Liu teased that while he couldn’t spill all the details, he assured fans that the sequel is still very much in the works. The promise of more Shang-Chi has fans eagerly awaiting further updates. He said,

A lot of it is above my pay grade, but it’s definitely happening. So just very excited to kind of work on it and it’s going to be amazing. I really can’t say anything beyond that.

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Despite Simu Liu’s recent reassurances, theabsence of a formalannouncement or any word whatsoever from Marvel boss Kevin Feige has left fans on edge. It seems only an official confirmation can truly put their minds at ease. Here’s what the fans have to say,

Im sorry but i no longer believe what you say. Its been 3 years and Feige hasn’t said anything

Simu Liu in Shang-Chi and The Legend of The Ten Rings

— DC LEGEND 28 (@CBMKING28)August 09, 2025

mind you, it should’ve came out this year

Simu Liu in a still from Shang-Chi and The Legend of The Ten Rings

— 🪐OP🪐 (@powertapguruu)August 11, 2025

Then why didn’t say anything at comic con?

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— Ali (@atwice_1729)July 22, 2025

It’s been too damn long.

— Insanoflex (@ScreamingG99)June 07, 2025

we’ve been hearing this for years 🙄

— The Real One (@PraiseTheXI)June 18, 2025

https://twitter.com/Dat_Boi_222/status/1824810366603280794

Something is definitely brewing, and judging by Simu Liu’s statements, the sequel is still in the early stages. Therefore, fans will need to be abit more patient.

What Did Shang-Chi’s Success Meant for the MCU?

Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Ringsquickly became a standout hit in the Marvel lineup, capturing attention in a post-Endgame world. Released during the global COVID-19 pandemic, the film left audiences eager for more. It wasn’t just a box-office success, it was a refreshing reminder that audiences crave new stories, even from Hollywood’s biggest franchise.

Opening with a remarkable $94 million domestically,Shang-Chishattered records for a Labor Day release. Which was a sign of the film industry seeing a film thrive without leaning on online platforms in a post-pandemic world. Grossing over $432 million worldwide, it secured its place as the ninth-highest-grossing film of 2021.

“This is going to be awesome”: Bombshell ‘Marvel Zombies’ Update Revealing Return of Shang-Chi and More Will Send Fans Over the Edge With Excitement

While it’s no surprise that a Marvel film would top the charts,Shang-Chi’ssustained popularity is particularly impressive. Its consistent viewership highlights that the audiences do want fresh, inventive narratives rather than just familiar faces returning again and again.

Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings is streaming on Disney+.

Sampurna Banerjee

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Sampurna Banerjee is an Entertainment Writer at FandomWire, and she’s written over 1,700 articles! She covers everything from celebrity news to the latest superhero buzz, streaming shows, and fan theories. If it’s trending in pop culture, Sampurna’s probably already on it.When she’s not working, you’ll probably find her rewatching The Office (again), getting into debates about Marvel’s timeline, or diving deep into Christopher Nolan movies for the hundredth time. She’s not just writing about entertainment, she’s living it.

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