2020 was a peculiar year in more ways than one. From a cinematic point of view, it was the first year in nearly a decade where not a single Marvel movie saw a release. However, with things looking better as far as COVID-related restrictions are concerned, Marvel is once again ready to make its mark, both in theatres and in the streaming world, thanks to Disney+. With shows and movies like Loki, WandaVision, and Black Widow leaving their mark, next up on Marvel’s slate is Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings. If you’re a Marvel fan but don’t want to go to the theatres to watch this movie, here’s all you need to know to watch Shang-Chi online:
Cheapest Way to Watch Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings
When you go and watch Shang-Chi, you’ll be witnessing Marvel’s first attempt at a real martial arts movie. Moreover, it is only the studio’s first pre-dominantly Asian movie focusing on an iconic Marvel property. However, since you’ll only be able to watch Shang-Chi in theatres with a likely streaming release sometime in October 2021. Here’s how you can watch it for a lot cheaper on Disney+ Hotstar in India from anywhere in the world:
- Subscribe to a PureVPN package
- Download and install PureVPN on your device
- Connect to an Indian server
- Head over to Disney+ Hotstar’s website, search and watch Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings after 45 days of its theatrical release
Signing Up for Disney+ Hotstar From Outside India
But here has to be a catch, right? If that was your guess, then you’re right. The process mentioned above is simplistic, but it only works if you have an existing Disney+ Hotstar account. So, what to do if you want to sign up for a new account? It’s just as simple but just a tad bit lengthier. Here’s what you’ll need to do to watch Shang-Chi online on Hotstar from anywhere:
Get an Indian number
In case you’re wondering, no, you won’t literally be getting an Indian number. All you need is the SMS that Disney+ Hotstar sends to validate if you’re actually in India or not. Luckily, there’s an easy way to get that SMS, even if you’re not in India. Here’s how:
- Head over to smscodes.io
- Firstly, register, and then go to the Dashboard
- Head to Services, and then select Hotstar from the drop-down Service Name menu
- Choose India in the phone number category, and pay the $0.75 price for the confirmation SMS
Do note that smscode.io only accepts payments in two forms, either Bitcoin or Neosurf.
Pay with Neosurf
At this point, if you have Bitcoin, you can go right ahead and pay the relevant fee, but if not, then you can make the payment just as easily with Neosurf. Using Neosurf is just as easy and can be done from anywhere in the world. Here’s how to use it:
- Head to your nearest convenience store that sells Neosurf cash vouchers. You can locate these in your town using Neosurf’s tool here
- At the store, purchase a cash voucher with cash
- Now go online at smscodes.io and submit the code that you’ve got on the cash voucher. That’ll help you pay for smscodes.io with ease.
After this is done, you can simply sign up for Disney+ Hotstar and provide the OPT using smscodes.io. Once done, log in to the service using PureVPN’s Indian servers, search for Shang-Chi after 45 days of its theatrical release and enjoy streaming it online.
Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings Release Date
The story of Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings‘ release would’ve followed a regular pattern of a simultaneous streaming + theatrical release if it weren’t for an anomaly. Scarlet Johansson has sued Disney after she alleged promises to her about Black Widow‘s theatrical release were broken.
That has had a ripple effect, and now Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings will not have a release on Disney+ or Disney+ Hotstar until the movie’s theatrical run is finished. That being said, the film will be available to stream on Disney+ Hotstar after approximately 45 days after the initial release, meaning you should expect the movie to be available on the service by 18th October 2021.
Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings Cast
Like it did with Black Panther, Marvel is committing itself towards diversity by ensuring its shows focus on communities as wholly as possible. With Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, Disney+ will bring an overwhelming Asian cast and ensure that a lot of these actors get their big breaks. Here’s a complete list of who you can expect to see on the screen when you watch Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings:
- Awkwafina
- Michelle Yeoh
- Simu Liu
- Tim Roth
- Benedict Wong
- Tony Chiu-Wai Leung
- Fala Chen
- Florian Munteanu
- Ronny Chieng
- Dallas Liu
- Mang’er Zhang
- Fernando Chien
- Alexandre Chen
- Kelli Bailey
- Alfred K. Chow
- Shaun Robert Foley
- Christian Harris Neeman
Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings Trailer
The Ten Rings were first mentioned in the first Iron Man movie. However, we did not see them gain a significant presence on screen until the third Iron Man movie. By that time, their role and importance were severely understated in what many consider a rare blunder by Marvel.
However, the studio now appears willing to correct that mistake by making Shang-Chi and, by extension, the Ten Rings a greater role in the MCU from now on. If you’re wondering how Marvel plans to do so, here’s a trailer to give you a brief look into what that will look like:
Why You’ll Need a VPN to Watch Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings on Disney+ Hotstar
While having access to Disney+ Hotstar from anywhere in India is relatively easy, it is only doable if you have a premium Virtual Private Network (VPN) at your disposal. While you might already be familiar with a VPN as a highly effective cybersecurity tool that ensures your digital privacy online, it is also an effective way to access content that might not be available in your country.
A VPN delivers such results due to its ability to “mask” your actual IP address. In case you’re not aware, your IP address is what allows websites to track where you’re visiting them from. As you might have guessed, this is precisely what enables their ability to restrict access to users from certain locations. Once a VPN has masked your actual IP address with an address from another country, you can gain access to all your favorite content without any issues.
For instance, suppose you want to watch Shang-Chi online on Hotstar, but you’re sitting in Australia. All you would need to do is connect to an Indian server via PureVPN, and voila! You’ll not only be able to access Hotstar but also sign up if you haven’t already used the method described earlier.
People Also Ask:
Here are some other questions you might have if you’re interested in watching Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings on Disney+ Hotstar from anywhere in the world:
How is Shang-Chi connected to the MCU?
The first connection Shang-Chi has with the MCU is thanks to the Ten Rings’ mention in Iron Man 3. The latest movie and the character of Shang-Chi himself will be connected with the MCU courtesy of Doctor Strange, who is likely to act as the thread that connects all the characters moving forward in Phase 4 of the MCU.
Will I be able to watch Shang-Chi on Disney+?
Not immediately. Following Scarlet Johansson’s case against Disney+, the studio is hesitant to release its new movies in theatres and on the streaming service at the same time. However, you should expect to have the film available to stream on the site within 60 days of its theatrical release.
Who is the villain in Shang-Chi?
If the initial trailers for Shang-Chi are to be believed, Shang-Chi’s father and leader of the Ten Rings organization, Wenwu, is supposed to play the main antagonist within the movie. Additionally, long time Hulk villain, Abomination will also be making an appearance.
Are Shang-Chi and Iron First related?
Not at all. While both are considered martial arts experts within the Marvel comics, it is unclear if there will be any connection between the two characters in the MCU.
Yasir Nawaz
June 20, 2023
11 months ago
