On paper, a live-action remake of “Mulan” was an obvious choice for the Walt Disney Co.’s next blockbuster. Ahead of “Mulan’s” Disney+ premiere last week in the U.S., #BoycottMulan trended on social media as activists blasted its Chinese American star Yifei Liu for siding with Hong Kong police over pro-democracy protesters last year during a crackdown on demonstrations. “In L.A., …
Cast member Yifei Liu gestures as she attends the European premiere for the film "Mulan" in London, Britain March 12, 2020. Disney's long-awaited China-set live-action film "Mulan" will be free for all subscribers of Disney+, the company's streaming service, in early December, reported US media on Wednesday. Starting Sept 4, "Mulan" will be available to Disney+ subscribers who pay the …
