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Simu Liu Slams Hollywood's Risky Stance on Asian Stories

12/31/2025

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Simu Liu argues Hollywood treats Asian-led projects as risky despite their success, citing a decline in Asian representation in film from 2023 to 2024.
His series The Copenhagen Test explores immigrant identity and reflects his experiences with suspicion.
He criticizes decision-makers as out of touch and cites KPop Demon Hunters as evidence of audience demand.
Liu plans to return to the spotlight in Avengers: Doomsday and debut on Broadway in February.

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Simu Liu argues Hollywood treats Asian-led projects as risky despite their success, citing a decline in Asian representation in film from 2023 to 2024.
His series The Copenhagen Test explores immigrant identity and reflects his experiences with suspicion.
He criticizes decision-makers as out of touch and cites KPop Demon Hunters as evidence of audience demand.
Liu plans to return to the spotlight in Avengers: Doomsday and debut on Broadway in February.