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Simu Liu Goes Viral Calling Out Hollywood’s Lack of Asian Representation in Films
Simu Liu went viral on social media after speaking out about what he sees as a sharp decline in Asian visibility in Hollywood.
The Shang-Chi star urged studios to cast more Asian talent, calling the decline ‘appalling,’ and said the industry still labels Asian actors as ‘risky,’ despite years of proven success.
Liu responded in a post asking why Asians are rarely cast as romantic leads.
He pointed to films like ‘Minari,’ ‘Everything Everywhere All at Once,’ ‘Past Lives,’ ‘Crazy Rich Asians’ and ‘Shang-Chi,’ saying each one proved that Asian-led stories consistently succeed at the box office.
Liu said the problem isn’t talent but prejudice. He argued that no Asian actor has ever caused major losses for a studio, while some white actors fail repeatedly and still get leading roles.
His post drew strong reactions, with many fans agreeing the double standard remains firmly in place.
This isn’t the first time Liu has called out the system. In 2023, he dismissed claims that he was getting the ‘bulk of Asian male roles, saying most of his recent work wasn’t even written for Asian characters.
He stressed that representation should not be treated as a quota or a zero-sum game among Asian actors.
Looking ahead, Liu continues to push forward despite the challenges he highlighted. He appeared in ‘Last Breath,’ voiced several animated projects and will soon lead ‘The Copenhagen Test.’
He’s also set to return as Shang-Chi in next year’s ‘Avengers: Doomsday,’ keeping his momentum strong.
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‘Golden’ Makes History After Becoming First K-Pop Song to Win a GRAMMY
‘Golden’ from the hit animated film ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ just won Best Song Written for Visual Media at the 2026 Grammy Awards.
The win cements its place in music history as the first K-pop song ever to earn a Grammy.
Performed by EJAE with Audrey Nuna and Rei Ami, the song previously made chart impact by leading the Billboard Hot 100 for eight weeks.
Globally, it also topped the Billboard Global 200, remaining at number one for 20 weeks across the world.
‘Golden’ stood out among strong competitors, including songs from ‘TRON: Ares,’ ‘Sinners,’ and Elton John’s ‘Never Too Late.’
Beyond the win, the song also earned additional nominations for Song of the Year, Best Pop/Duo Performance, and Best Remixed Recording.
With its Grammy win secured, attention now shifts to the Academy Awards, where ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ competes in two major categories.
Fans and creators are hopeful that ‘Golden’ will continue its remarkable run, proving the song still has more milestones waiting ahead.
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Jackie Chan Goes Viral After Recording a Farewell Song to Be Released After His Passing
71-year-old Jackie Chan has moved fans worldwide after revealing he has already recorded a personal farewell song meant to be released on the day he passes away.
This emotional project serves as his last goodbye, ensuring his voice remains even when he is gone.
The announcement was shared last December 28 during the Beijing premiere of his latest drama, ‘Unexpected Family.’
Chan said the idea came after losing close friends and colleagues in recent years, which led him to reflect on aging, life’s fragility and the importance of expressing one’s feelings while there is still time.
Despite the audience’s curiosity, he refused to sing a single note. He explained that performing it now would only make people cry.
Instead, the track remains locked away, a private treasure waiting to offer comfort to the world on the day he finally rests.
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BTS Makes History as First Asian Artist to Sell Out Europe in Under an Hour
BTS has made history as the first Asian act to sell out every European stadium date in under 60 minutes.
Tickets for the highly anticipated ‘Arirang World Tour’ disappeared almost instantly, underscoring the group’s continued dominance on the global stage.
The speed of the sales was breathtaking, with London leading the charge by selling out in just 30 minutes.
Madrid followed closely at 37 minutes, while Munich took only 39. Both Brussels and Paris reached full capacity in 42 minutes, leaving millions of fans stunned by the overwhelming demand.
The European leg of this historic tour officially launches on June 26 and 27 at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano in Madrid.
From there, the septet will travel to Brussels, London, Munich, and Paris, performing a total of ten massive stadium shows for their adoring European fanbase.
Before performing in Europe, BTS will kick off the colossal ‘Arirang World Tour’ on April 9 in South Korea.
With 82 shows planned across 34 cities, this is the largest tour ever staged by a K-pop act, marking a triumphant return that has redefined the history of live music.
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