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Kevin Feige and other insiders emphasize that the film's focus on a Chinese protagonist is a landmark moment for Hollywood, yet Chinese audiences have yet to receive the film in their theaters, with no clear release date. This dichotomy underscores a trend where promises of diversity are sometimes more performative than practical.
Domestic Reception and Box Office Woes
With early tracking indicating Shang-Chi might gross between $35 million and $55 million domestically—a figure considered underwhelming for Marvel—it’s clear that the excitement isn’t matching expectations. Unlike past MCU hits, the film’s momentum appears stalled, possibly due to pandemic-related theater closures and waning fan interest.