Deng Wei Rumoured to Terminate Contract with Agency After Career Stalls

Deng Wei’s Career Stalled After Tushan Jing Fame? Fans Demand Answers Amid Termination Rumours (Weibo)

Deng Wei had the whole internet swooning as the soft-spoken Tushan Jing in Lost You Forever (长相思) – a breakout role that earned him the kind of overnight stardom most actors dream of. But just two years later, fans are asking: where is he? And more importantly, what on earth has his agency been doing?

Let’s rewind a bit. While the second part of Lost You Forever aired in 2024, the entire series was actually filmed back in 2022. Since wrapping Love of the Divine Tree (仙台有树) – which finished filming in early 2024 – Deng Wei has been completely off the grid filming-wise. That’s almost a year and a half without any confirmed projects. Not exactly what you’d expect from someone with leading man potential.

Makeup for 3 Hours… Only to Get Cancelled?

Things came to a head recently with his current drama Fengyue Irrelevant (风月不相关), where he plays the complex male lead, Yin Gezhi. 

According to multiple reports, Deng Wei turned up on set after sitting through a 2–3 hour makeup session – only to be told filming was cancelled because the female lead was celebrating her birthday. Yes, seriously.

Naturally, the internet exploded. Hashtags like “Deng Wei three-hour makeup wasted” trended as fans expressed disbelief and frustration. Many took it as yet another sign that something’s deeply wrong behind the scenes.

The Termination Rumours: Smoke, Fire, or Fan Speculation?

The idea that Deng Wei might be leaving his current agency – Xiaojiang Film – has been floating around since late 2024. It’s not hard to see why. 

His studio hasn’t updated in over five months, he’s been nearly invisible in the public eye, and fans say he's missed out on both drama roles and brand deals. Some even allege his management rejected business collabs and failed to protect him from malicious online attacks.

There are whispers that his contract may be ending this year, and reports suggest an official announcement could follow once Fengyue Irrelevant wraps. Industry insiders hint he might already be lining up new endorsements in food, beverage, and smartphone sectors – a potential signal he’s prepping for a rebrand under new management.

Fans Say Enough’s Enough

Over on his supertopic, the mood is clear: fans are done waiting. Many are now openly calling for a termination and urging Deng Wei to sign with a stronger agency that actually knows how to handle a top-tier idol. After all, his name still has buzz – but the momentum is slipping.

And let’s be real: a year and a half of silence in today’s cutthroat C-ent landscape? It’s basically career suicide if mishandled.

So… What’s Next for Deng Wei?

For now, Deng Wei’s reps haven’t commented on the termination rumours, though his manager’s WeChat is still quietly pushing promo content – a move that’s either reassuring or just plain confusing. He’s still filming Fengyue Irrelevant, and with the drama’s spicy kissing scenes and royal court intrigue, there’s still potential for a proper comeback.

Whether this contract situation clears up or not, one thing’s for sure: fans just want him to be happy, working, and appreciated. “Let Weiwei soar,” as one netizen wrote. Here’s hoping someone finally gives this underrated actor the team he deserves.