Why is Li Shang not in the live-action?

Why is Li Shang not in the live-action?

That said, Mulan doesn't escape the live-action remake without some degree of romance. It's just that Li Shang has a new face, a new name, and a new personality, and he's not her commanding officer. So ... he's not Li Shang.

Is Shang in the live-action Mulan?

Similar to Mushu, commander Li Shang (voiced by BD Wong) does not appear in the new film. ... Shang is replaced with two characters: Chen Honghui (Yoson An), a warrior at Mulan's level, and Commander Tung (Donnie Yen).

Who plays Shang in Mulan live-action?

Chen Honghui Look, I love bisexual icon Captain Li Shang as much as the next Disney fan. But Chen Honghui won my heart when I saw him in action. He may even be a more nuanced character than Shang, especially when it comes to his sexuality.

Where is Shang in Mulan live-action?

Li Shang isn't listed in the credits of the live action remake, but he does make an appearance in an unconventional way. Mulan producer Jason Reed told Collider in February that the film got creative when it came to incorporating the beloved character. “We split Li Shang into two characters,” Reed explained.

Why was Shang removed from Mulan?

Li Shang was a popular character in the original "Mulan," and many people considered him bisexual since he was clearly drawn to Mulan while she presented as a male soldier named Ping. However, the character was cut from Disney's live-action remake. The producer Jason Reed cited the #MeToo movement as the reason.

Who are the actors in live action Mulan?

• Here's the cast of Disney's live-action 'Mulan' and who they're playing Chinese actress Yifei Liu , also known as Crystal Liu, is playing the titular heroine, Mulan. Jet Li joined the cast as the emperor of China . Donnie Yen will play Mulan's mentor, Commander Tung . Gong Li will play a new villain, a powerful witch.

Is there a Mushu in the live action Mulan?

• Mushu Isn't In Mulan. Not only will there not be songs, Mushu will not be part of the live-action Mulan either. Voiced by Eddie Murphy in the original, Mushu, the little red Chinese dragon (not a lizard), serves as an adviser/encourager to Mulan.

Will the live action Mulan have singing?

• Live Action Mulan Will Reportedly NOT Have Mushu or Sing the Original Songs. According to sources close to DisInsider we will not be seeing the return of the quick talking Mushu for the Mulan live action film.

Who is captain in Mulan?

• Captain Li Shang is a Chinese army captain from Disney's 1998 feature film Mulan and its sequel ("Shang" is his first name, "Li" is his last name). He is the love interest of Fa Mulan and serves as the captain of the first film.