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A stunt woman on the set of Drifting Away sparked controversy after a viral clip showed her seemingly hit by a car.
In the footage, she was seen on the ground, screaming in pain as crew members rushed to help.
Many questioned the production’s safety measures, fearing stunt performers were being put at risk.
The incident ironically mirrors Drifting Away’s dark themes, as the drama itself revolves around intense, suspenseful scenes.
While lead actress Zhao Jinmai was reportedly well cared for during filming, this accident raised fresh concerns about industry safety standards.
However, the injured stunt woman later took to Weibo to clarify the situation.
She insisted the accident looked worse than it actually was, confirming she only suffered a minor scrape.
She also shared a CT scan to dispel rumours of a head injury. The production team immediately took her to the hospital, and she has since fully recovered.
Despite her reassurances, the viral clip has reignited debates about working conditions for stunt performers in China’s entertainment industry.