Simu Liu is a Chinese-Canadian actor, writer, and producer who has made a significant impact in the entertainment industry.
Born in China, Simu immigrated to Canada at the age of five and grew up in Mississauga, Ontario. He graduated from the Richard Ivey School of Business and initially worked at a top accounting firm before being laid off.
Undeterred, Simu pursued a career in film and television, quickly landing roles on several series, including Heroes Reborn, Nikita, Warehouse 13, and Air Crash Investigation.
Simu's breakthrough role came when he played Jung Kim on the CBC sitcom Kim's Convenience, followed by his starring role as Shang-Chi in the Marvel movie Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, for which he won a Game Changer Award and a People's Choice Award.
In addition to his on-screen work, Simu has also ventured into writing and producing. His short film Meeting Mommy was selected as a semi-finalist for the NBC Universal Shorts Festival, and he was a writer on the second season of Blood and Water, contributing as a story editor and main writer for one episode.
Simu is a skilled martial artist and stunt performer, and he has trained extensively in both areas to bring a high level of authenticity to his roles.
Throughout his career, Simu has appeared in a range of projects, including Blood and Water, Taken, The Expanse, Bad Blood, Fresh Off the Boat, and many more. His versatility and talent have made him a sought-after actor in the industry.
