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Troubling reports reveal that Marvel insiders and executives are engaging in damage control. Kevin Feige, the studio's president, has publicly downplayed comments made by Disney CEO Bob Chapek, who described Shang-Chi as "an interesting experiment." Feige insists this was a misunderstanding, but the phrase itself fuels speculation about Marvel's internal struggles to maintain confidence and momentum.
Furthermore, actor Simu Liu did not shy away from defending the film, emphasizing that the movie wasn’t an experiment but a genuine effort to introduce a new hero. Such public denials hint at behind-the-scenes tensions about the franchise's direction and the studio’s need to preserve its reputation.