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Looks like the drama isn’t just on stage anymore for Ma Yuling. The former SNH48 idol has recently made headlines for filing a legal complaint against her old agency, Shanghai Siba Culture Media Group Co., Ltd — yep, the folks behind SNH48 and the whole Meet48 universe.
According to records on Qichacha, a Chinese corporate data platform, Ma Yuling is listed as the plaintiff in a contract dispute case.
Not just whispers either — an official court hearing is already on the books for 14 May, at the Baoshan District People’s Court in Shanghai.
For those not in the loop, Ma Yuling was part of SNH48’s sixth generation and a key member of Team SII.
She also gained attention as a trainee on CHUANG 2020, a show that’s launched more than a few big names in C-Pop.
This legal mess is grabbing attention because it involves one of the biggest idol management companies in China.
Siba STAR48 isn’t just SNH48's boss — they’re basically the puppet masters behind the whole 48-style idol empire in China.
So far, both parties are keeping tight-lipped.
No one’s spilled the details of what’s actually written in that controversial contract or what exactly triggered the lawsuit.
Whether it’s unpaid dues, unfair clauses, or broken promises, we’re all still guessing.
Fans are buzzing online, with some defending MaYuLing and others wondering what really went down behind the curtain.
One thing’s clear: the case has stirred up major curiosity, especially among those who’ve followed her career since her SNH48 days.
Legal battles in China’s entertainment scene aren’t exactly rare, but when it involves former idols taking on major agencies, it always turns heads.
There’s also the bigger picture — how much control do these agencies actually hold, and where’s the line between management and exploitation?
According to judicial case information on Tianyancha, a new court hearing notice has recently been added for Ma Yuling, involving a contract dispute with Shanghai Siba Culture Media Group Co., Ltd. Ma Yuling is listed as the plaintiff, and the case is scheduled to be heard on 14 May at the Baoshan District People’s Court in Shanghai.
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Public information shows that Ma Yuling is a sixth-generation member of the girl idol group SNH48 and part of SNH48’s Team SII.
The court date is still over a month away, so there’s a chance more details will leak or be officially released. Until then, it’s a waiting game.
Whether you’re a casual observer or a hardcore idol fan, this case is definitely one to watch. It’s not just about one ex-idol and her contract — it’s a small window into a much larger issue in the entertainment world.
Let’s see what 14 May brings. Will we finally get some clarity, or is this just the beginning of a bigger storm?