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🫖 Is #MengZiyi being too hard on herself? With #TigersSniffTheRose falling short of expectations, MZY has been unusually candid about the disappointment.
Despite over 5 million reservations, the drama’s Tencent heat index has struggled to break 26000, with cnetz criticising its slow pacing and weak political intrigue.
MZY admitted the team had regrets and felt the drama ‘deserved better’. She also choked up during a livestream discussing the show’s emotional intensity, and even blamed herself for criticism of her elaborate Tang style headpiece, saying she was too thin to pull it off.
Her honesty has earned praise, but is she shouldering too much blame? After all, the writing, pacing and styling aren’t decisions an actress makes alone.
🫖 Is #TigersSniffTheRose worth watching? The historical romance starring #MengZiyi and #LiYunrui premiered on October 23, marking the pair's third drama together. With over 5 million reservations and a first day Tencent heat index peak of 24000+, it's had a strong commercial opening... but cnetz seem divided on the drama itself.
What's working? The leads' chemistry, gorgeous costumes and scenic filming have received plenty of praise. Some viewers also appreciate the slower, more traditional storytelling, arguing that the early character development makes the political intrigue from episode 4 onwards more rewarding.
What's not working? For some other viewers, the slow pace is exactly the problem. The first 3 to 4 episodes spend much screen time on romance and atmosphere that some cnetz have compared them to an extended CP music video, with too little actual plot progression. The princess's initially arrogant treatment of ordinary people has also put some viewers off, while novel readers have questioned changes to the political storyline.
First impressions? A visually polished romance with a popular pairing, but whether you enjoy it may come down to your patience for a slow burn. If you're here for the chemistry, there's plenty to like. If you're expecting intricate political schemes and a gripping plot from episode 1, the opening might be a bit of a harder sell.
🍉 Kneeling in the street, hitting herself and then striking her boyfriend… paparazzi footage of actor #ZhangMingen, known for supporting roles in The Mystic Nine and Tientsin Mystic, and his non celebrity girlfriend has sparked concerns about a potentially abusive relationship.
In the footage, the woman kneels twice during a heated argument while he largely stands by vaping. Yet somehow, the confrontation ends with the two holding hands and driving away in an Aston Martin that was reportedly parked in a no-parking zone.
Zhang is no stranger to messy relationship headlines, having previously been embroiled in a controversial love triangle involving Xu Lu and Hu Bingqing in 2020. Cnetz are now questioning the couple’s troubling relationship dynamics, though the footage alone doesn’t tell us what led to the confrontation.
🗞️ Zhang responds to the controversy, cnetz are not buying the explanation.
‘First of all, I'd like to apologise for parking illegally. I'm sorry, and I'll reflect on my actions and make sure it doesn't happen again.
Secondly, this is actually quite embarrassing to talk about. The argument started because the photos I took of her were really ugly, and I refused to admit it, so we ended up fighting.
I'd also like to clarify something: she did not kneel down to apologise or beg me for forgiveness. I was the one who wanted to go home, and she sat on the ground acting spoiled and trying to get me to stay.
As for the 'hitting', that was because I was being stubborn and deserved a smack... So the claims circulating online about her kneeling are inaccurate interpretations of what happened.
Taking good photos of your girlfriend really is a lifelong lesson for men. It's embarrassing that something like this was caught on camera. I'll work on improving my photography skills in the future.
Lastly, I apologise for taking up public attention and resources over this matter.’
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🫖 Is #TigersSniffTheRose worth watching? The historical romance starring #MengZiyi and #LiYunrui premiered on October 23, marking the pair's third drama together. With over 5 million reservations and a first day Tencent heat index peak of 24000+, it's had a strong commercial opening... but cnetz seem divided on the drama itself.
What's working? The leads' chemistry, gorgeous costumes and scenic filming have received plenty of praise. Some viewers also appreciate the slower, more traditional storytelling, arguing that the early character development makes the political intrigue from episode 4 onwards more rewarding.
What's not working? For some other viewers, the slow pace is exactly the problem. The first 3 to 4 episodes spend much screen time on romance and atmosphere that some cnetz have compared them to an extended CP music video, with too little actual plot progression. The princess's initially arrogant treatment of ordinary people has also put some viewers off, while novel readers have questioned changes to the political storyline.
First impressions? A visually polished romance with a popular pairing, but whether you enjoy it may come down to your patience for a slow burn. If you're here for the chemistry, there's plenty to like. If you're expecting intricate political schemes and a gripping plot from episode 1, the opening might be a bit of a harder sell.
🗞️A butterfly, a couture gown and an unexpected downpour... #Dilraba's red carpet styling at today's VOGUE event in Suzhou has become a major talking point on Chinese social media. Opening the red carpet in a Zuhair Murad haute couture gown, she posed with a decorative butterfly between her lips, which appeared to fly away during her photo moment. The heavy rain added an unplanned element to the presentation.
The unusual styling concept has generated considerable attention, with 'Dilraba, Goddess of the Red Carpet' reaching No. 1 on Weibo's trending chart and several related topics also ranking. Much of the discussion has centred on the butterfly detail and how the rain changed the overall visual effect.
🫖 Cnetz are fighting tooth and nail over a dress reportedly worth around US$50,000 that most of us could never even afford... and somehow the argument isn't about how it looks, but whether someone paid for it or borrowed it.
It started with rumours that an unnamed C-ent actress had bought her own haute couture dresses rather than having them loaned by the brands. In celebrity fashion, being chosen by a luxury brand is seen as a bigger status symbol than being able to afford the dress yourself. Online speculation briefly centred on Zhao Lusi's Bazaar looks, though there was no evidence identifying her as the actress in question. The designer later publicly acknowledged her outfit.
Then a woman who claimed to have purchased the same dress got caught up in the discussion, facing accusations of wearing a fake and reportedly having her posts taken down after complaints. So now there's debate over who bought the dress, who borrowed it, whether it's real and who deserves to wear it.
All over a piece of clothing that costs more than many people's annual salaries.
🗞️ #YangMi’s ex husband #HawickLau, 52, has confirmed his relationship with 32 y/o Hong Kong model and actress #LaiKeiKwan. The two reportedly met through tennis and have been dating for around two months, with their 20 year age gap drawing attention.
Hawick and Yang Mi once had what seemed like a fairytale romance, marrying in 2014 and welcoming a daughter before divorcing in 2018. Yang Mi later famously remarked ‘最后都那样’ (it all ends up the same anyway) when discussing relationships. Perhaps that’s why cnetz have become increasingly sceptical of picture-perfect celebrity romances.
🍉Is #HanAnran living her best life or has she mastered the art of turning relationships into content? The 27 y/o influencer has kept cnetz eating melons for years with her very public love life. 4 marriages (including twice to the same man), two daughters and a seemingly endless cycle of dating, breakups and reconciliations. There's always another episode.
And now an unexpected K-ent crossover... Han was spotted with lesser-known Korean actor #KwonDokyun at a comedy show in Shanghai. She insisted they were 'just friends', but he later appeared to suggest otherwise in his social media comments. All this just as she confirmed her split from her previous boyfriend on October 17. Some people spend years trying to keep their relationships private. Han Anran seems to have turned hers into an entire entertainment genre. Is she simply enjoying life on her own terms, or does the constant drama keep the attention coming?
🫖 #WhereTheMaskEnds starring #TianXiwei and #YanAn has premiered to plenty of buzz... but is it worth adding to your watchlist?
Why people are loving it: Fast pacing, gorgeous costumes and two scheming women with identical faces. The substitute marriage, ruthless female characters and constant twists have viewers hooked, with some calling it a long-form drama with the addictive pacing of a short drama.
Why some aren't convinced: Some cnetz feel TXW's portrayal of the villainous Jun Dai is a little over the top, particularly her expressions and delivery. Others have pointed to questionable plot logic and Yan An's relatively subdued presence.
The early verdict? A promising, fast moving watch for anyone who enjoys morally grey characters, identity swaps and plenty of scheming. Early reactions are encouraging overall, though the more theatrical acting style seems to be a matter of personal taste.
🫖 Following all the discussion around #HuangZitao and #XuYiyang's baby announcement, XYY went live today to address the rumours. Here some things she clarified:
- Two children? Cnetz noticed the child appeared to be different heights her two photos, sparking rumours of an older child. XYY says they have just ONE child, born in 2024 and now over 2 years old.
- Surrogacy? XYY says she gave birth herself. A particularly serious and career ending allegation given China's prohibition on surrogacy.
- Baby announcement to prepare for selling products for Singles' Day sales? She says it had nothing to do with sales. They'd simply finished sorting through their Maldives photos.
- Lying to fans? She says old clips of her denying having a child were from before 2021, when they weren't dating yet. She admits they didn't reveal the news sooner but insists she never lied.
- Pregnant during Chuang? She says they weren't together then.
- Tao cheating? She says he actually turned down work to stay with her.
- Why keep the baby private? She says she wasn't physically or emotionally ready for public scrutiny after giving birth in 2024 and wanted to protect their child.
But some cnetz remain sceptical. After years of denials followed by surprise announcements, they feel they've heard 'just a rumour' one too many times. Others are asking why XYY is facing all these questions while Tao stays silent. She says she asked him not to respond because he's more emotional and she's better at handling criticism.
Then again... how much of their private lives did they really owe the public? And watching XYY handle all this herself, what do we all make of her response?
🫖 So #HuangZitao and #XuYiyang have finally confirmed they’re parents… and cnetz are digging up YEARS of receipts.
From earlier denials of dating rumours to Tao joking that he doesn’t look like someone with a child, cnetz are revisiting everything. They’re also bringing up alleged sightings from a Los Angeles hospital in 2024, Tao’s livestream slip about ‘spending time with the child’ and footage of a nanny carrying a baby into their home in 2025. One comment joked that the couple’s combined credibility isn’t even enough to unlock a shared bicycle.
Some longtime fans are FURIOUS. After spending years fighting off rumours on their behalf, they’re now questioning why they defended the couple so fiercely, with some even talking about leaving the fandom. Others argue that marriage and children are private matters and the couple never owed anyone an explanation… but the real argument among cnetz now seems to be about privacy versus repeatedly denying what eventually becomes public.
🫖 At this point #LiYunrui and #MengZiyi probably deserve a bonus for how hard they're promoting #TigersSniffTheRose
Li Yunrui wasn't even scheduled to record Hi6 on October 15 but showed up to just... 'pick her up from work', greeted her with a big hug and stayed an extra 20 minutes to help finish her punishment task. Throw in some hand-holding, whispered conversations and the two leaving together under one umbrella... and you've got CP fans wondering whether they're watching drama promotion or the drama itself.
🫖 So #HuangZitao and #XuYiyang have finally confirmed they’re parents… and cnetz are digging up YEARS of receipts.
From earlier denials of dating rumours to Tao joking that he doesn’t look like someone with a child, cnetz are revisiting everything. They’re also bringing up alleged sightings from a Los Angeles hospital in 2024, Tao’s livestream slip about ‘spending time with the child’ and footage of a nanny carrying a baby into their home in 2025. One comment joked that the couple’s combined credibility isn’t even enough to unlock a shared bicycle.
Some longtime fans are FURIOUS. After spending years fighting off rumours on their behalf, they’re now questioning why they defended the couple so fiercely, with some even talking about leaving the fandom. Others argue that marriage and children are private matters and the couple never owed anyone an explanation… but the real argument among cnetz now seems to be about privacy versus repeatedly denying what eventually becomes public.
🫖 A rather extraordinary story is unfolding around Hong Kong entertainment legend #JordanChan. Jordan has previously revealed that his family was so poor that his youngest brother was given away for HK$3000 as a child. He never saw him again and has spoken about how much this has weighed on him over the years.
Now a laser cutting factory worker named Chen Xianglu in Fujian has gone viral for looking remarkably like him. And the coincidences are quite something... the man is reportedly in his 50s, shares Jordan's surname, speaks with a Guangdong accent and even has a similar indentation on his earlobe. Cnetz also noticed that his name sounds remarkably close to Chen Xiaolu, reportedly the name of Jordan's missing brother.
Of course, none of this proves they're related. There's been no DNA test or confirmation from Jordan's side. But after all these decades, imagine if this really did turn out to be his brother... it would be quite a remarkable reunion.
🫖 #ChenXiaoyun’s latest appearance at Shanghai Fashion Week has cnetz saying she looks almost unrecognisable... and her past cosmetic procedures are back in the spotlight.
You might remember her as Hao Jia in New Life Begins, Suoxin in Ruyi’s Royal Love in the Palace or Tilan in Novoland: Pearl Eclipse. Chen previously spoke about undergoing nearly 10 facial contouring treatments to make her face slimmer and just how painful the process was.
But there's something quite sad about all this. East Asian beauty standards can be incredibly unforgiving towards women, especially in an entertainment industry where having the 'right' face can make a real difference to your opportunities. Women who don't naturally fit that ideal can feel pressured to change themselves just to get a foot in the door.
And then when their appearance changes, the same public that rewards those beauty standards criticises them for no longer looking natural. It's hard not to feel a little sympathy for women caught in that cycle... where you're expected to look perfect, but also like you were born that way.
🫖 If you enjoy costume dramas where everyone has their own agenda and the FL isn't afraid to play dirty, #WhereTheMaskEnds might be one to keep an eye on.
Starring #TianXiwei and #YanAn, the drama follows a street smart girl who gets caught up in a substitute marriage after being mistaken for a noblewoman who looks exactly like her. Tian Xiwei plays both women and neither is exactly innocent.
Think switched identities, a marriage built on suspicion, revenge and a household full of women trying to outsmart each other. Early screening reactions have praised the fast pacing and constant twists.
It's arriving October 16 on Youku, CCTV-8 and reportedly Netflix. Now we just have to see if it lives up to all that hype... Pursuit of Jade was a pretty big act to follow after all 👀
A deeply upsetting development involving the late Hong Kong music legend Anita Mui. Her family has revealed that the urn containing her ashes has been missing from Po Lin Monastery since July 18, after a visiting fan discovered it was gone. Nearly three months later, the police investigation has reportedly made no breakthrough. On October 10, what would have been her 63rd birthday, her family issued a public appeal for witnesses, information and dashcam footage that might help locate her remains. Anyone with information can contact Hong Kong Police at +852 3661 1938 or WhatsApp +852 4740 1308.
🫖 The 2027 Grammy submissions are making the rounds... and #ZhaoLusi’s name is reportedly in the mix alongside artists like Jennie and Jay Chou. Her English single Black Veil Bride has reportedly been submitted for three categories... Record of the Year, Song of the Year and Best Pop Solo Performance.
Cnetz reactions are pretty mixed... supporters are celebrating her collaboration with Grammy-winning producer Brian Lee and her move into international music, while others are questioning the song’s actual reach on platforms like Spotify and pointing out that submitting a song isn't the same as earning a nomination. With official nominations still to come in November... what do we think of this crossover into music? 👀
