(Marvel) Wenwu | The Mandarin | Leave The Past Behind

“She told me I could change, that I could leave the past behind, but she was wrong.”
I really enjoyed Shang-Chi and my favourite part of the film was the “Villain” Wenwu. Wenwu’s story with his wife was incredible and the film did a great job of showing them fall in love during a fight scene. I’m going to be doing an edit for Shang-Chi himself but I wanted to show some love for one of my new favourite characters. As usual hope you enjoy!
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[@Ironheart73]

Xu Wenwu is not the first sympathetic Villain MCU wrote. We all got to see and to a point understand Erik Killmonger, Loki, and Thanos. What set Wenwu apart is that he was motivated completely out of love, and not out of hate, revenge, envy, or megalomania. Killmonger, Loki, and Thanos at some point lost their benevolence to Megalomania. But all Wenwu wanted was to have his wife and family again. He is willing to give up all the power in the world for his family. He is simply one misguided man

[@purgeblue]

Indeed. We even took off the rings and wanted to grow old because of his wife and his children. He wanted to walk a brighter path. But his violent past dragged him back in but he was fighting to get back on the road he walked when his wife was alive

[@richardcoterie8091]

"After all those years I finally found something worth growing old for" 😭 😭

[@thurstarca4995]

He has the exact same level of facial expression acting as Ian McKellen when he played Gandalf in "Lord of The Rings." You can really see the emotion, class, talent and the experiences he had in his journey as an Actor 💯

[@TheJessy8888]

He is most known for how he can express a large range of emotions just with his eyes...

[@thurstarca4995]

@@TheJessy8888 IKR! 💯

[@aravindnaik5018]

Wenwu is the one who impressed me the most.

[@AshArnoldEditing]

Same, Loved his character!

[@angtongteron199]

Wenwu is my favourite.

[@henryho1312]

Me too

[@henryho1312]

@@huangwen-si7498 Why we need to know.? We see The movie and know the movie. Comic for What For U?

[@dinamdaud]

In every story, it begins with words! Then, it is written!! Once it is written, it becomes visual!! The movie version is the visualisation of the written story plus additional creative changes that may be required to make the storyline more smoother to tell!!!

[@jyanneskye2535]

Tony Leung was the reason I watched Shang Chi in the first place. So proud of him, as he is a legendary actor in our Chinese Entertainment Industry. So happy that his first Hollywood debut is his portrayal of Wenwu.

[@ugandaicecreamandsoda834]

I knew it. He is from china? Well, we all are impressed. My family especially. He have the wise look and he is handsome too. Great job guys

[@emhgarlyyeung]

​@@ugandaicecreamandsoda834 Yes, he is from Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of China (HKSAR)

[@funtanillarodolfoo.6705]

I want to see a wenwu in the past. All those names he was once called of.

[@jacksonk7362]

Every scene with him was class. Even him doing nothing and simply sitting with his hair falling on his forehead .. this man was the biggest actor Marvel ever had.

[@cleopatrasrevenge]

God not since Killmonger has a villain made me sympathise so much with him in a film. Just the perfect blend of tragic past, misplaced motivations, sheer power, and good looks

[@AshArnoldEditing]

Honestly making the opening of the film all about Wenwu falling in love after a lifetime of fighting was a brilliant move, instantly knew what his motivation was.

[@rikhmjustsomeguywithmousta4971]

He was a brother,Wenwu as a husband,father

[@daimonatkins3046]

So many emotional moments really got to me when watching Shang-Chi and Wenwu really was a standout character in not just this movie but the whole MCU

[@AshArnoldEditing]

The action was great but I was pleasantly surprised by the emotion.

[@silveriver9]

Best mcu villian.

[@cloink_7605]

tony leung says he could not find any part of him as a villain. i watched the movie 2 times, his interviews many times, thought about this always. but i didn’t understand it. he’s arrogant and kills, he’s the bad guy. but then i realised the unique thing about him is that he’s never filled with hatred. it is the desire of love that he never got before. he’s like a lion that eats everyone but just a little kitten inside. “his eyes tells stories” i understand it now. he is truly an amazing actor.

[@moonstone3054]

I felt sad whenever I watched Wenwu's scenes, but this edit made me straight up bawl. It's such a great combination of his lines, the music choice was phenomenal, the way you faded his wife into his son when they were spinning him the exact same way. This edit was such a tasteful one and I will definitely be back to watch it again. Wenwu is just such a tragic character and part of me really wishes he could have lived. But I do understand that the best choice for his story was death, however much that end sucks. Tony Leung is such an incredible actor, and you can just see the miniscule emotions portrayed on his face. That moment when the dweller in darkness shot out, you can practically see the color draining from his face, and he didn't even hesitate to push his son out of the way at the cost of his own life. It's almost like the second he realizes he's been tricked, he realizes his age and he realizes how almost senile he has become. Because of this, instead of fighting back against the dweller in darkness (something he could have at least attempted), he chose to look at his son one more time and hand the legacy to him, knowing that he would bring fresh blood to the ten rings and he would use them better than Wenwu ever could. This edit was just the perfect way to show it and I absolutely adore every bit of it. Thank you for bringing this beautiful work of art into the world.

[@AshArnoldEditing]

Wenwu is one of my favourite characters because of his relationship with his wife and family. I love how Tony Leung played him and I wanted this video to showcase that side rather then the action. I really appreciate the support means a lot to know that you connected with something I made.

[@keikaider]

His story, is a story as old as time. “And lo, the beast looked upon the face of beauty, and beauty stayed his hand, and from that day forward he was as one dead”

[@alvaros1562]

Wenwu and his wife deserve better

[@topgig]

Xu Wenwu, The Mandarin, is my favorite villain in the whole MCU. I love your tribute to him.

[@AshArnoldEditing]

He’s definitely in my top 3 for sure, and thanks for watching!

[@yazovgaming]

If you ask me, he was never a villain in my Opinion, just a broken man

[@colleenross8752]

Best human MCU villain since Killmonger

[@VidDuality]

Wenwu was SUCH an amazing character, and his complicated, deeply moving but messy relationship with his children brought this story to a whole new level...

[@Timanthereallifeman]

Wenwu for some reason was more interesting person than Shang-Chi ! Marvel should give wenwu another chance to come back!!

[@maggiechan33]

Shang-Chi ran away from his problems; Wen Wu confronted them.

[@lawrencenguyen7326]

@@maggiechan33 yah if you became a murderer because your father manipulated you into one then wouldn’t you be confused of what your moral compass is.

[@maggiechan33]

@@lawrencenguyen7326 Not necessarily. Perhaps as a child/teenage; but once you become an adult, you should know right from wrong. Shang Chi KNEW Wen Wu was wrong + that is why he tried to distance himself from his father.

[@lawrencenguyen7326]

@@maggiechan33 I was talking when he was a child. thats when he ran away. when he became an adult he faced his problems when he saw that his sister could be in danger.

[@vishalkoul3637]

The way this character is portrayed by the actor behaves exactly like someone who is not bound by time. Great actor. Great editing Ash Arnold.

[@bkrick22]

Man shang chi was such a nice breath of fresh air compared to the same recycled material the mcu spews out....but damn WenWu is probably my favorite mcu character helluva performance by the GOAT Tony Leung

[@AshArnoldEditing]

I disagree with most about the MCU being too formulaic but Shang-Chi was a nice change

[@bousemaster3989]

Without Wenwu, this movie would of not been the same.

[@souravrana7242]

Wenwu is the most beloved villain in Marvel Universe. Tony is legend. Biggest Fan from India.

[@vuukhoa2406]

And when she died I've been lost for many years

[@maggiechan33]

Ying Li, the guardian "angel" of Ta Lo, was the only person that was able to cast out Wen Wu's demons, but Destiny would deny them their "happily ever after" in this Life. With his death, Wen Wu was reunited with his Beloved + finally at peace. (Destiny/Fate is an ubiquitous theme in Chinese Culture.)

[@anthonygesswein1830]

i think i heard along the lines that even if Wenwu went all out on his wife, she'd be the only one who could beat him 1 on 1 she's like the perfect balance to him he was destined to meet her

[@ThaiRnB]

This Movie and this Video is really heartbreaking and heartwarming too. It was touching my Heart so hard. Wouldn‘t we all trying to bring the Person who we love the Most back home, like Wen Wu?!

[@jinmori8817]

This is what marvel meant to be

[@dragonba2006]

As a man, i would not cry in any situations like Romeo and Juliet or others but this video made me cry for first time in my life. The Mandarin is not exactly villain MCU hoped for but he loved his late wife too much and did everything to get her back. Wish your talents should notice by Hollywood, man!!

[@AshArnoldEditing]

Thanks for watching! I loved Wenwu’s story and wanted to do it justice.

[@jimharper2180]

For god's sake, can we please stop calling Wenwu "the Mandarin?" He literally spent a whole scene telling us that he hated the name given to him by a bunch of imitators.

[@AshArnoldEditing]

I agree but I put it in the title because that’s what people search the most

[@mingyaowu7720]

The wenwu character somehow had to face some bad karmas due to his misdeeds as a dictator before meeting his wife. He is lucky to meet his wife and that changed his character to a more a humane person rather than a dictator. That why at least at his last breath. He realised his mistake and let go the rings to his son. This mcu movie feels more like a life philosophy movie and is very educational one too.

[@br1ann88]

best character in the mcu in a while (depth wise), such a good edit that shows all his aspects

[@OmniDivinity22]

Definitely in my top five favorite marvel villains. Wenwus pretty much the main reason I liked the movie so much

[@vuukhoa2406]

He just wants to get his wife back, because a man who gives up everything for his love is a great man. Like me, I still try my best so that one day I and her will meet again

[@strelitziA_A]

Wenwu need his own series

[@Gamerstrix]

Great job brother! Very well done

[@AshArnoldEditing]

Thanks man, appreciate it!

[@GamePlayerH]

This video deserves more love! Wenwu for me is the best villain on this new mcu, i think he is just a little behind Thanos, anyways, great video Ash!

[@AshArnoldEditing]

I agree, Wenwu is one of the best villains in the MCU!

[@ahmadfaisal6488]

LOVE can change everything

[@johnhawk7377]

He just want his family back. His wife, son and daughter.

[@ereskara-sal4504]

I have to save her! She is calling to me... he wanted to kill her at first sight, then he able to literally kill everyone (even himself) for his woman.

[@Brianlast32]

😭😭😭😭😭😭 that line is so fking good bro

[@nataliecahillsoo4215]

omg this edit was so well done it almost brought me to tears 😭

[@bruhmoment3731]

such a charming man

[@l0uis468]

Wenwu story give us the the meaning of true love , and you bring the deep feeling from your great edit , 🖤🖤🖤

[@qmao_ej]

3:15 GET out of my way boy🔥

[@Vergil-sparda08]

Love can change a monster into human. But taking his love away will make him a mad man even worse you've ever seen. Should have portrayed him more fiercely but I still love it. He stayed in a way his wife wanted but he did what he could do to bring her back. Wish there was a way. I feel bad for Mandarin. Someway we all can relate to such people.

[@hanna-hn4ri]

Thank you so much for making this tribute! Tony Leung is one of the greatest actor that i admire, and the way he delivered Wenwu's character is amazing. I'm glad that he finally got much more recognition he deserved.

[@nebulous001]

Man this is f****** amazing. Like words can barely describe it.

[@AshArnoldEditing]

Thank you! Appreciate you watching!

[@inderjeetsamajdar6141]

Beautiful

[@wenwuu]

bruh i can't stop watching this keep up the good work

[@AshArnoldEditing]

Thanks, glad you liked it!

[@eldrickzod6980]

Wonderful!, Wenwu and Zemo best two villians of the MCU.

[@FUBUKANI23]

Up until now i feel sad for Wenwu. Wenwu and his wife were so made for each other. Like damn. If only karma didn't happen

[@charlesxavier7041]

The Mandarin (Wenwu) if we think deeper we can see he's the villain with one of a kind tragic death in the MCU. He already stopped being a villain until the Giant Soul Eater pretends to be his dead wife, manipulates him and died sacrificing his life for his son, much like his nemesis in the comic "Iron Man" which actually have nothing to do with him and Yondu.

[@flyingphoenix9191]

*👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻Thank You Ash Arnold uploaded this Film.🍁🍁🍁🍀🍀🍀🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦* from Canada

[@MrValdi]

This's so beautiful 🥰

[@mageeaaron2624]

Impressive job my friend!!!! Wen Wu's character was amazing!!!!

[@AshArnoldEditing]

Thanks for watching!

[@azmodan4775]

The things we do for love.

[@lipiahx]

beautiful

[@AdzzieMac]

Great Job😀!! Making or Watching Marvel Edits is My Favourite Thing To Do! i really enjoyed this one !

[@wanjirumary4791]

I'm crying now, because I've finally found a guy whom I want to change for, I've finally found him, I pray to God to keep him, only God can give him to me

[@FeelTheVoid]

Awesome man. I love the edit.

[@AshArnoldEditing]

Appreciate it, my friend.

[@Ayush-yk6zf]

Best character in Mcu

[@shammyboy207]

Its like a black panther vibes

[@jerry020202]

Omg, this video is so good. This deserves more views.

[@AshArnoldEditing]

Thanks for watching!

[@onlyyoursss]

bro this is awesome it gave me goosebumps through out the video. really like the edit

[@AshArnoldEditing]

Thank you!

[@duyquangphamhoang8927]

He know when his wife didn't have in orther side of that gate, he decide to choose the death, hope broken

[@kowshuenteng7574]

I rarely comment on youtube, but this here you deserve my like

[@audie9240]

its the most realistic villain amomg mcu villians.

[@Hednhkgdh]

Xu Wenwu (The Mandarin) Was The Only Reason I Watched Shang-Chi And The Legend Of The Ten Rings.

[@artemkonoplin2143]

Awesome editing!

[@AshArnoldEditing]

Thank you!

[@yham7014]

This is how you create a villain..

[@pky6869]

Amazing!

[@sizukasasuke4438]

need wen wu solo filem..😎😎😎

[@gawixone]

nice one!

[@angtongteron199]

This is beautiful 💖

[@AshArnoldEditing]

Thanks for watching!

[@angtongteron199]

@@AshArnoldEditing I shared it on whatsapp too. This video deserve more views

[@AshArnoldEditing]

@@angtongteron199 thank you, I appreciate that!

[@angtongteron199]

@@AshArnoldEditing I'd love to see a video with wenwu: tragic villain theme.

[@coffeeorange8052]

Masterpiece 😢

[@silveriver9]

Very impressive edit.

[@mfver.02pro55]

Amazing

[@AshArnoldEditing]

Thank you!

[@XieQiu]

Great work

[@AshArnoldEditing]

Thank you!

[@florenciagurevech5699]

Lovely ....!!!

[@florenciagurevech5699]

Tremendo ....!!!

[@effala7555]

Beautiful love Always you self and bless you believe God thanks you 💖💝🤗💌

[@12Lanye]

Wenwu is like Shinjuro Rengoku, Ying Li is like Ruka Rengoku. 🥺

[@vungngoaio]

So Shanghi literally watched his parents die

[@caelune7793]

1:57 - Spartans! What is your profession?!!

[@diegoleo1279]

love is blind

[@mingfung7777]

I like wenwu more than shangchi....

[@AshArnoldEditing]

I did as well to be honest

[@mingfung7777]

@@AshArnoldEditing As a long time fan of Tony leung, I was excited to see him playing the role "mardarin/wenwu" in the Marvel universe. I hope his character will make other appearance at other marvel movie in the future !

[@RangerK99]

people said he is the best villain in mcu but i never considered him as a villain, at all (i dunno if it’s because tony leung steals the show) i am going to watch all his movies after this

[@stevesmith1383]

he's a villain

[@BradyLooney]

No Im not crying you are.

[@AshArnoldEditing]

😭

[@weikealenphinjaya5837]

Xu Wenwu is exactly like Thanos.. Another misguided villain..

[@dr.bright5670]

Does anyone else wish Wenwu became an Avenger instead? Like why didn't they give Shang Chi that arc? That would've been such an amazing narrative throughline

[@manoel321lopes4]

Bom dia que Deus abençoe vocês todos aí amém aleluia obrigado 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@stewartmartinful]

What's the music?

[@AshArnoldEditing]

The link is in the description

[@stewartmartinful]

@@AshArnoldEditing sorry missed that thank you!

[@weycool4681]

He stole the show really.

[@jimsond2535]

What if Jimmy O Yang is the main character as Shang Chi ...🙂

[@shangtiwu]

Learn the past present future Ming news faster

[@thedustybeagle9712]

Beautiful

[@AshArnoldEditing]

🙏🏼