“Have a Work Ethic…Also Love Food”: MCU’s Shang Chi Stunned by “Barbie” Co-Star’s “Strict Diet Regimen”

Simu Liu became one of the breakout stars of 2021 after his MCU film Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings found massive success at the box office. A fan favorite addition to MCU’s phase 4, critics and the public alike were impressed by Liu’s portrayal of the titular superhero. They also praised Liu’s execution of the physically demanding action scenes. While talking to Entertainment Tonight at the 2023 Time 100 Gala, Liu spoke about maintaining his fitness to look and act the part of a martial arts master with superpowers.

Yet, despite training regularly, Liu’s Barbie co-star surprised the actor with his discipline and dedication to training and diet. The 34-year-old Shang Chi star is set to share the screen with Ryan Gosling in the upcoming Barbie adaptation, starring Margot Robbie. Reportedly, Liu and Gosling play different versions of Ken. While talking to ET, Liu sang praises of Gosling’s strict fitness regimen.

Similar work ethic but with a catch

In conversation with Lauren Zima, Liu disclosed how his fitness regimen differed from Gosling’s. When asked who works out more on a regular basis, Liu pointed to the Blade Runner 2049 actor. “He’s definitely, like, a gym in the morning, gym after work kinda guy,” said Liu. The Simulat actor also puts in the work when preparing for a demanding role.

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However, there is a catch. The 34-year-old actor has an Achilles heel when it comes to fitness, and that’s following a barebones diet. “As much as I believe that I do have a work ethic, I also love food a lot,” said Liu during the exclusive interview. Liu then explained how impressed he was after talking to Ryan Gosling.

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The La La Land actor has been sporting a chiseled physique for over a decade and takes all aspects of fitness seriously. Gosling impressed the Kim’s Convenience star with “his strict diet regimen,” and “emphasis,” on wholistic fitness. “I respect it, I respect it. I’m gonna have some soda,” joked Liu. However, the Shang Chi star wasn’t so open about giving details on his upcoming project.

He doesn’t want to confuse the fans

Besides talking about his and Gosling’s fitness routine, Lui didn’t divulge information on the anticipated project. The action star explained he didn’t want to reveal anything because bits and pieces of information only tease fans. However, it doesn’t help, and “everyone just gets progressively more confused and curious,” he said.

Instead, Simu Liu hopes the fans of Barbie would wait until July 2023. The 34-year-old also has immense faith in the project. In fact, he even said the “message” of Barbie will “live on,” longer than his career. Will the film live up to Liu’s words? We’ll have to wait to find out.

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