Home Sarmoti | In Chinese, Shi-Fu literally means "Master". Skya | Hope Betterman | At the beginning of the film, Master Shifu summoned Po to the Dragon Grotto, where he was seen meditating. Faced with a student so physically and spiritually burdened, Shifu soon began to share Po's doubts that he could train him into the Dragon Warrior. Stefano | Gia | He is one of Master Shifu's students, Mr. Ping's adoptive son, and Li Shan and his unnamed wife's biological son. Puss in Boots | Eugenia "Skeeter" Phelan, Shorts, Television and Video Games One day, kung fu teacher Master Shifu holds a contest to see who will become the Dragon Warrior, the most powerful kung fu master in the land. Oogway | Kitty Softpaws | In the first Kung Fu Panda film, Po was dubbed as the Dragon Warrior by Master Oogway (Randall Duk Kim), much to the protest of Po and his fellow masters.During his subsequent training, Master Shifu (Dustin Hoffman) and the Furious Five made no secret of their disdain for Po, assigning him rough physical activities in hopes of discouraging him. MeditatingTraining his pupils A horrified Tigress runs to her adoptive father, but Shifu tells Tigress to run and warn Po. Sid | It is about the quest of a giant panda named Po to become the Dragon Warrior. Sinbad | Tigress looks on, horrified as Shifu's chi is taken, and Kai appears to be inspecting Shifu's chi pendant with pride at taking the chi of the most powerful master in China. The game was released for PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, Microsoft Windows, macOS, PlayStation 2, Wii, and Nintendo DS in June 2008. Vitaly | Nicholas St. North | Though he wasn't seen doing so, he traveled to the city and convinced Masters Storming Ox and Croc to leave their cell and help Po and the Five fight against Lord Shen and his forces. Tai Lung found by Shifu outside the Jade Palace as a newborn infant. Proteus | Glimmer | DJ Suki | By using slow Tai chi movements, Shifu took a small water drop that dripped from one of the cave's stalactites and carefully moved it onto the leaf of a nearby plant without breaking the droplet. Shifu spent half of his childhood in the countryside of China as a shill to his con-man father Shirong, who he accompanied to villages around the country to sell ancient magical amulets that were made to cure the sick. Occupation Gromit | All three Kung Fu Masters did so, and with their help, Po and the Five were able to fight off a good majority of Shen's forces. Quote Cloud Guy | The Society of Robes | Z 4195 | He was soon interrupted by Zeng, who had just arrived back from Chorh-Gom Prison with ominous news: Tai Lung had escaped and was coming back, just as Oogway had foreseen.Anxious, Shifu sought out Master Oogway under the Peach Tree of Heavenly Wisdom, relaying the bad news. Hammy | Stocky, short red panda, handsome, blue eyes King Micah | In the aftermath of the great battle, Shifu has found it in himself to let go of his bitterness, and is slowly but surely opening himself back up to his students while continuing Po's training. But Po then told him he had a great teacher. Viper | Netossa | Aaron | Snow White | Hunter | Shifu (simplified Chinese: 师傅 or 师父; traditional Chinese: 師傅 or 師父; pinyin: shīfù) in Mandarin, or sifu in Cantonese, is a title for, and the role of, a skillful person or a master.The character 師/师 means "skilled person" or "teacher," while 傅 means "tutor" and 父 means "father." He is voiced by Dustin Hoffman. Draal the Deadly | Kung Fu Panda (film) was one of the Media and drama good articles, but it has been removed from the list.There are suggestions below for improving the article to meet the good article criteria.Once these issues have been addressed, the article can be renominated.Editors may also seek a reassessment of the decision if they believe there was a mistake. Kolivan | Shifu Jack Frost | A big, fat panda named Po the panda dreams of becoming a kung fu master, but he doesn't know kung fu. Ezor | Tai Lung, Lord Shen, Wolf Boss (formerly), Wolf Army, Gorilla Army, Kai, Jombies, Zin Du, Vulture Leader, Trio Leopards Toothiana | Gobber | Once Po had arrived, Shifu started their lesson off by demonstrating one of Master Oogway's final teachings about Inner Peace. Zephyr Haddock | The next morning, Master Shifu came back from his vigil under the now barren peach tree, only to discover that Po hadn't left after all and was currently tearing apart the kitchen and eating everything in sight in his agitation — and performing some tricks that should have been beyond the panda's abilities as he tried to reach food that was hidden or out of reach. Smidge | Classified | Kai soon arrives at the Jade Palace, with the Jade Zombies of Crane and Mantis, which horrifies Shifu. Upon returning to the Jade Palace, Shifu and Po were horrified to find that the Furious Five had been badly beaten by Tai Lung, and were all paralyzed except for Master Crane, who was left to carry them back home as a warning. Viktor Navorski | AAARRRGGHH!!! Yasmina Fadoula | Once Po had arrived, Shifu started their lesson off by demonstrating one of Master Oogway's final teachings about Inner Peace. Kung Fu Panda For as long as he can remember, Po has always admired the Furious Five, a team consisting of five of the greatest kung fu masters in China, aspiring to be just like them despite his rotund body and humble beginnings as the adopted son of a noodle shop owner. Kenji Kon | But when Po hesitated, asking Shifu how Kung Fu could stop something that stopped Kung Fu, Shifu again reminded him that "anything is possible when you have inner peace." After reversing the nerve strike effects on his students, Master Shifu reassured them all that even though Tai Lung had gotten stronger, the Dragon Warrior (Po) would beat him by attaining the power from the Dragon Scroll. Arthur Pendragon | How to Train Your Dragon Heroes | Master Shifu was seen as a loving father and devoted teacher to a young Tai Lung when the cub first showed up. Eep Crood | Rita Malone | Shifu saw Po climb up onto a piece of floating timber and face Shen's fleet, seemingly trying to sacrifice himself to save his friends. Bridget | Claire Nuñez | Metro Man | Penny Peterson | He is the trainer of Po and the Furious Five. Powers and abilities He then told Po to take the Five and travel to Gongmen City to stop Lord Shen and destroy the weapon. Blue | Shifu appears powerless as he watches the Kai lift a statue of Oogway and, to Shifu's horror, hurl it into the Jade Palace, paving a path of destruction as it collides. Christy Fimple | But when Po hesitated, asking Shifu how Kung Fu could stop something that stopped Kung Fu, Shifu again reminded him that "anything is possible when you have inner peace." Shifu restrains Kai by his weapons, telling him he won't let him destroy Oogway's memory. A second sequel, Kung Fu Panda 3, was released on January 29, 2016. Take your favorite fandoms with you and never miss a beat. He then attempted to hug Shifu, only for his master to mysteriously reappear behind him. Green tea, kung fu, his students, Po, Po's kung fu skills, meditating, Po saves China But then he added that he eventually came to realize that it wasn't Po that was the problem, but instead within himself. Dronkeys | White Shadow | Friends Cinderella | Shifu Garby | Krel Tarron | Images and videos of the vengeful and vigour Snow Leopard, Tai Lung from the animated film Kung Fu Panda. Jamie Bennett | The remaining members of the Furious Five engage Kai in combat, in which Tigress disarms him by knocking his blades out of his hands, but is thrown back by Crane. Marina | Altivo | Other names Shifu saw Po climb up onto a piece of floating timber and face Shen's fleet, seemingly trying to sacrifice himself to save his friends. )He was determined that he would prove that Po wasn't the true Dragon Warrior by testing him; if the panda bowed under the stress and left by the next morning, it would only prove it. https://hero.fandom.com/wiki/Shifu?oldid=2102138. Peng | Upon seeing the scroll missing, the snow leopard nearly strangled Shifu before the timely arrival of Po saved him. One must first master the highest level of Kung Fu! Wise Mentor, Wisdom SkillsEnhanced StrengthEnhanced SpeedEnhanced Agility, To defeat Lord Shen to save China (second film; succeeded)To help Po defeat Kai before he steals the Chi of all Kung Fu Masters (third film; succeeded). Jin | Moved with compassion, Shifu decided to adopt the cub and raise him as his own, bestowing on him the name \"Tai Lung\" (meaning \"Great Dragon\") in the hopes that he would become the Dragon Warrior.As a child, Tai Lung showed a natural talent in the art of kung fu, and it became apparent that the cub was a … He then attempted to hug Shifu, only for his master to mysteriously reappear behind him. Now with a character page. Occupation It wasn't until Po saved his life and brought the old master peace that he began to let go of the past and open up to his students once again. There he grew up happily with his biological father Li Shan and his mother, until one day the village was invaded by an evil, power-hungry peacock named Shen, who sought to avert a prophecy by eliminating any threat to his rule.As his wolf followers slaughtered the pandas and destroyed the village, Po's mother fled with her son, while Li stayed behind to try and fig… Shirong (father), Tai Lung (adopted son), Tigress (adopted daughter) Chel | Rico | However, Po proved to be enthusiastic and determined, even under Shifu's sharp verbal barbs and his constant bumbling, only serving to make Shifu become even more spiteful in the hope that he would discourage Po from staying. Tai Lung as a slightly older cub. Tigress | Shifu was first seen in a training session with the Furious Five until Master Oogway summoned Shifu. Master Shifu is one of the 2 deuteragonists of the Kung Fu Panda franchise. Coran | Chief Tannabok | Swift Wind | He is voiced by Dustin Hoffman in the feature films and in the cartoon series, Kung-Fu Panda: Legends Of Awesomeness, by Fred Tatasciore. The fight was evenly matched for a long time, until Tai Lung renewed his vicious attacks on the aging master, screaming accusations and taunts before demanding to be told of how proud Shifu was of him. Roxanne Ritchi | He also wears purple pants and a brown sash. Upon seeing the scroll missing, the snow leopard nearly strangled Shifu before the timely arrival of Po saved him. Toby Domzalski | He was voiced by Jack Black who played Dewey Finn from School Of Rock, R.L. Kung Fu Panda: † Oogway | Mr. Ping Badly wounded and defeated, Shifu knew that this was his one last chance at making amends with his former son and student, and apologized; telling him that he was indeed proud of him, and that Shifu's pride had blinded him to what Tai Lung was becoming. Bow | Master Po Ping (born Lotus Shan)is the titularmain protagonist of the Kung Fu Panda franchise. When Tai Lung began to show a natural talent in Kung Fu, Shifu jumped to conclusions and was even m… Storming Ox | Kung Fu Panda 3: Li Shan, Television Oogway accepted the news calmly, saying that he had faith in Po as the Dragon Warrior and quietly admonished Shifu, telling him to be patient and nurture the panda instead of offering harshness. Maurice | Kung Fu Panda: Secrets of the Furious FiveKung Fu Panda HolidayKung Fu Panda: Secrets of the MastersKung Fu Panda: Secrets of the Scroll This led to an argument with Po, who reminded Shifu that he was trying to get rid of him since he arrived. Hobby Faced with a student so physically and spiritually burdened, Shifu soon began to share Po's doubts that he could train him into the Dragon Warrior. The Missing Link | Gran | Po, Tigress, Viper, Mantis, Crane, Monkey, Oogway, Soothsayer, Storming Ox, Croc, Mei Mei Bao, Mr. Ping, Li Shan, Hom Lee, Grandma Panda, Lei Lei, Dim and Sum, Master Chicken, Master Bear, Master Cow, Master Rhino, Tai Lung (formerly) To get rid of Po (formerly)To train Po to become the Dragon warrior and have peace be brought to him (1st film; succeeded)To teach Po "inner peace", then to assist his students to stop Lord Shen (2nd film; succeeded)To defeat Kai has taken the chi (3rd film; failed) Colonel Cutter | The film is set in a version of ancient China populated by anthropomorphic animals and revolves around a bumbling panda named Po, a kung fu enthusiast. Master Oogway announced that it was now the time to choose the Dragon Warrior, and advised Shifu to prepare his students for the tournament that would take place for the purpose. Alex | Master Shifu is the tritagonist of the Kung Fu Panda franchise. Skidmark | Florrie | King Julien XIII | George Beard | Peng | Grandmaster of the Jade PalaceKung Fu Master of Red Panda Style He shared with Po that he had learned it through pain and suffering, which he said he endured from the events with Tai Lung and Oogway's selection of Po as the Dragon Warrior, calling it "the worse day of his life." He shared with Po that he had learned it through pain and suffering, which he said he endured from the events with Tai Lung and Oogway's selection of Po as the Dragon Warrior, calling it "the worse day of his life." Corporal | Revvit | B.O.B. He also introduced Shifu to kung fu. | But then he added that he eventually came to realize that it wasn't Po that was the problem, but instead within himself. After being put in a… 傅 and 父 are pronounced with the same tones in both Cantonese (f6) and Mandarin (fù). Kung Fu Panda: Legends of Awesomeness Shifu admitted this, but pointed out that Po had chosen to stay despite this. Snotlout Jorgenson | After a moment of clear indecision, Tai Lung hardened his heart and grasped his master by the throat tightly, proclaiming that he wasn't after an apology — he still wanted the scroll. Master Shifu is the deuteragonist of the films. Ben Pincus | After receiving news from other villages, Shifu tells the other members of the Furious Five that they are the only masters left in China. Shifu nevelt lánya, és az Őrjöngő Ötös vezetője. The concept of a \"kung fu panda\" has actually been around since at least 1993; however, work on the film did not begin until 2004. Master Shifu is the current master of the Jade Palace and a highly skilled master of kung fu taught by Oogway.. Shifu would raise his first student, Tai Lung, believing he could become the legendary Dragon Warrior. Shifu is one of the main characters of the Kung Fu Panda series. Po was amazed by this technique, and Shifu stated how inner peace allowed one to do the seemingly-impossible. Sherman | Kung Fu Panda: Secrets of the Furious Five, Wise, rational, stubborn, kind, short-tempered, impatient, loving, fatherly, protective, mature, responsible, judgmental (formerly), hypocritical (formerly), strict (formerly), remorseful when necessary, serious, determined, bitter, loving, caring, understanding, sympathetic, protective, mean (formerly), arrogant (formerly), self-absorbed (formerly), testy, encouraging, reverent, stoic, harsh (formerly), independent, friendly, uncompromising, Stocky, short red panda, handsome, blue eyes, Green tea, kung fu, his students, Po, Po's kung fu skills, meditating, Po saves China, Po (formerly), not getting things his way, danger, failure, disobedience, being made fun of, Po's behavior in some ways, surprises, being lied to, becoming a judgmental teacher, being hypocritical, having a strict attitude, Tigress temper, Tai Lung turns evil, Red Panda Style Kung Fu skills, his incredible strength, Wooden flute, his fists, Oogway's staff, his feet, He joins Po to grab a bite to eat after he is brought peace (1st film). But Po then told him he had a great teacher. Po (formerly), not getting things his way, danger, failure, disobedience, being made fun of, Po's behavior in some ways, surprises, being lied to, becoming a judgmental teacher, being hypocritical, having a strict attitude, Tigress temper, Tai Lung turns evil Melman | Acting as the announcer on the day of the tournament, Shifu introduced each member of the Furious Five to the crowds that gathered to view the event, unaware that the time of the choosing would be interrupted by the presence of a portly panda named Po, a noodle maker's son who had accidentally been shut out of the tournament and was looking for any means to get inside the arena to watch. The film was originally intended to be a parody, but co-director John Stevenson decided to instead shoot an action comedy Wuxia film that incorporates the \"hero's journey\" narrative archetype for the lead character.Publicized work on the film began before October 2004.