02: Xiao Zhan Returns, Trainees of Chuang 2020 Reacts To Online Criticisms and More!
02: Xiao Zhan Returns, Trainees of Chuang 2020 Reacts To Online Criticisms and More!
This week in C-Ent, Xiao Zhan makes a return on social media, Chuang 2020 Trainees react to online criticisms and Yang Zi confronts controversy surrounding her drama head-on!
SPOTLIGHT: Top Industry Happenings This WEEK.
Xiao Zhan returns to public-eye: One of China’s hottest celebrities, Xiao Zhan, has finally made a much awaited return to the public-eye this week!
As many of you are probably aware, Xiao Zhan has ceased to be in the public-eye almost entirely ever since the AO3 Controversy broke out in late February. But on 11th June, he was reported to have attended an event aimed at poverty alleviation in the agricultural sectors.
Many fans are proud after seeing him make this public appearance that championed a noble cause.
Xiao Zhan’s appearance was neither broadcasted or announced to the public beforehand. Photos of the celebrity only emerged online after the event was over, where the state news outlet broadcasted highlights of the event. Xiao Zhan was briefly mentioned as an actor who showed up to help raise awareness about poverty alleviation.
On top of the aforementioned appearance, Xiao Zhan has also made a comeback on Oasis, posting his first selfie since the incident broke out in February.
We’re happy to hear that he’s finally back and we look forward to more activities from Xiao Zhan coming the later half of the year!
Chuang 2020 trainees react to online criticism: In last week’s episode of Chuang 2020, the trainees were asked to read and respond to online criticisms relating to their appearance, popularity, talent and more.
The girls managed to respond sassily and some even savagely to the doubts that were casted upon them.
For instance, in response to a netizen who threw shade at her appearance, Curley Gao sassily replied “Well first of all, I’ve always thought I’m pretty. So, I’m surprised that I got this question.”
Much to the amusement of Chuang 2020 viewers, most of the girls reacted with similarly sassy comments!
If you’ve missed out on the episode, don’t worry. We’ve got the key parts summarised for you here.
Actress Yang Zi addresses the growing controversy surrounding her upcoming drama, The Golden Hairpin: Yang Zi issues a long statement this week addressing online controversy regarding the drama event before its release.
C-Netizens haven’t been the most enthusiastic for the show, with many still unhappy that the billing order for the show remained undisclosed to the public. In her statement, Yang Zi asks fans to “give [the show] a chance” and not to be too early to judge it before it even airs.
You can read about her full statement here.
This Week’s Highlights in Music
Rocket Girls will challenge R1SE on We Are Blazing - That’s it, the biggest C-pop showdown in history is here! Watch the two Produce 101 China’s champion groups battle each other for the title of the hottest C-pop act this episode!
Chen Linong’s first album “Out of Place” has exceeded 10 million yuan in digital sales! Just within 6 days and 48 minutes of the release.
Xin Liu (Liu Yuxin) drops the new MV for her song - “Beatholic”. This is THE9’s center’s first ever solo MV release! Read more here.
Rocket Girls have released their new song, “Shh! Let Me Tell You!”
Victoria Song drops her Dance MV for “Sensory Domination.”
R1SE celebrate their first anniversary with their new song, “Shine” and their new MV, “SUNR1SE”!!
Top Updates in Film & TV Drama Series
The Golden Hairpin released their first ever drama posters last week. There’s already much talk about this upcoming drama, starring two gorgeous stars - Kris Wu and Yangzi.
Tian Ya Ke, the drama adaptation of Priest's BL novel, "Faraway Wanderers", have announced Zhang Zhe Han and Gong Jun as the two male leads! Read about the upcoming drama here.
NANA, the popular Japanese manga series will be adapted to a TV Drama in China! The story revolves around two girls who share the same name, Nana with opposite personalities.
Sha Po Lang, yet another drama adaptation of Priest’s BL novel, has released a casting call on Weibo. Filming will start in July though netizens noticed that the role for lead character Chen Geng is not present. Some say that the role has already been decided for the role. Rumours continue to circulate on Weibo that male leads this time will include Chen Zheyuan and Tian Jian Ci.
What If You're My Boss premieres its first episode with Xuan Lu and Eden Zhao as the female and male lead respectively. Both even danced at a fan meeting for the drama!
For the month of May:
Just last week, Sina PowerStar Weibo celebrity list has released the rankings of the most popular celebrities for the month of May.
From first to last: Xiao Zhan, Wang Junkai (Karry Wang), Wang Yibo, Zhu Yilong, Wang Yuan, Yiyang Qianxi (Jackson Yee), Dilireba, Li Xian, Yangzi, and Zhao Liying.
Signing off with the Quote of the Week
Quotes that inspire you anywhere, anytime.
Girl god Zhao Liying shares some wisdom that she’s gained throughout the years. Her words tell us to remember our initial intentions and purpose when we face troubles, to remember why we first started when we feel like we want to quit.
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