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| Fans Freak Out Over Zhao Lusi “Retiring” Rumors — But She's Already Filming Her Next Big Drama |
Alright, let’s clear the air: Zhao Lusi is not stepping away from acting, she's not rebranding as a variety show queen, and she’s definitely not "retiring early" just because people on the internet got chatty. In fact, the girl’s been booked and busy — and her new historical drama is already in pre-production. So yeah, those online whispers? Straight up bogus.
Here’s what went down.
For the past week or so, social media’s been buzzing with rumours that Zhao Lusi — yes, our Bao Jie — was planning to take a step back from acting. Word on the street (well, in gossip circles and shady forums) was that she was getting “too predictable” in romantic dramas and wanted to switch gears — supposedly trading in her scripts for variety show contracts to build a more “down-to-earth” image.
Sounds dramatic, right? But turns out it’s just fanfic in disguise.
A reliable source close to Zhao Lusi shut that chatter down real quick, telling press that there's “absolutely zero truth” to the retirement claims. In fact, Zhao Lusi is already working on her next drama titled Going to Ride the Winds — a big-budget project being developed by industry giant Xinli Media.
“She never once said she wanted to quit acting,” the insider said. “She’s incredibly invested in this upcoming role and hasn’t stepped back from the project at all.”
So where’d the variety show confusion come from?
Well, Zhao Lusi has been popping up on a few light-hearted shows recently, showing fans her off-duty charm — chill vibes, candid convos, the kind of stuff that makes fans fall even harder. But that doesn’t mean she’s switching careers. As her team put it: variety shows are just side gigs, not the main course.
“Her real voice comes through her acting work,” the source added. “Trying to completely pivot to variety to rebrand herself? That’s not her style. That’s the kind of move you make when your acting career’s hit a wall. Zhao Lusi’s still climbing.”
And honestly, fans are relieved. Zhao’s known for carrying dramas with her magnetic energy and emotional depth — whether it’s the cheeky brilliance of The Romance of Tiger and Rose or the slow-burn softness of Hidden Love. She’s not just a familiar face; she’s a full-on genre anchor.
The moment those retirement rumours hit, Weibo lit up like fireworks. One netizen put it perfectly: “Saying Zhao Lusi’s done with acting is like saying an Oscar-nominated actor wants to become a full-time TikToker. Come on now.”
With Going to Ride the Winds shaping up to be one of her biggest projects yet, it’s crystal clear Zhao Lusi isn’t going anywhere. She’s doubling down on her craft, not ditching it.
And let’s be real — in a time where celebs are hopping from one trend to another trying to stay relevant, it’s kinda refreshing to see an actress stay locked in on her passion. No gimmicks. No viral stunts. Just solid work and a whole lot of talent.
So yeah, the queen stays. And we’ll be right here when the next drama drops.