Chinese Entertainment Industry Erupts in Outrage Over Director's Controversial Comments on Actresses
The Chinese entertainment industry has been abuzz with controversy following recent comments made by well-known screenwriter and director, Wang Hailin, who claimed that there are no talented actresses between the ages of 20 and 30 in the industry.
10 July 2024
Wang Hailin's comments sparked a heated debate on social media platform Weibo, with many netizens expressing their outrage and disagreement with his statement. On Weibo, Wang Hailin wrote, "In China, there has never been a situation where 20-30 year old actresses are all untalented. Maybe there are some, but on the big screen, there aren't any." The post quickly went viral, garnering over 1.3 million likes and thousands of comments.
Many netizens took to Weibo to express their disagreement with Wang Hailin's comments, with some accusing him of being biased and unfair. One user wrote, "What is he talking about? Doesn't he know what he's saying? He's destroying our three views of the world." Another user sarcastically asked, "Are you trying to say that you're the only one who knows what's good?"
Despite the backlash, some netizens did come to Wang Hailin's defense, with one user praising him for his "daring to speak the truth." However, many more users expressed their disappointment and frustration with Wang Hailin's comments, with some calling him "out of touch" and "ignorant."
The controversy has also sparked a wider debate about the current state of the Chinese entertainment industry, with some users arguing that the industry is plagued by a lack of talent and poor quality performances. Others have defended the industry, pointing to the many talented actresses who have made significant contributions to the industry.
Meanwhile, actress Liu Shishi, who has been praised for her recent performances, has become a topic of discussion on Weibo. Many users have been sharing photos and videos of her, praising her beauty and talent. One user wrote, "Liu Shishi is truly a goddess, her proportions are perfect, her skin is tight, and she has a strong sense of femininity." Another user praised her for her "flawless" performance at the GLASS awards ceremony.
The controversy surrounding Wang Hailin's comments has highlighted the intense scrutiny and pressure that actresses in the Chinese entertainment industry face. With the industry's constant emphasis on youth and beauty, many actresses are under pressure to maintain a certain image and standard of performance. The debate has also raised questions about the role of criticism and feedback in the industry, and whether comments like Wang Hailin's are constructive or destructive.
As the controversy continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how the industry will respond to Wang Hailin's comments and whether they will lead to any meaningful changes or reforms. One thing is certain, however - the debate has sparked a much-needed conversation about the state of the Chinese entertainment industry and the importance of fair and constructive criticism.
