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| Chen Linong Blindfolds Himself and Gives Hugs to Strangers — Netizens Touched by His Kindness |
Popular singer-actor Chen Linong has gone viral once again — but this time, it’s not for a performance on stage, but for a wholesome surprise on the streets of Ningbo, China.
Just a day after holding the fifth stop of his concert tour in the city, Linong was spotted by fans quietly taking part in a “Free Hugs” activity, and the internet is absolutely loving it.
No Flash, No Fuss — Just Pure Heart
Sporting a simple white T-shirt, black trousers, and a blindfold over his eyes, Chen Linong stood silently in the middle of a public walkway. Behind him, a heartfelt handwritten sign read:
"Every hug heals your sadness today. I hope my hug can bring you warmth."
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No PR team, no dramatic lighting — just Linong offering quiet comfort to strangers passing by.
Netizens who happened to walk by shared clips of the moment, and the vibe? Utterly wholesome. People stopped in their tracks, walking up to him for a warm embrace, while others simply watched from a distance, clearly touched by the gesture.
One Hug at a Time — Healing the Streets of Ningbo
Despite being a household name, Chen Linong kept things low-key. There were no flashy announcements or media stunts. Just one celeb, blindfolded, arms open wide, giving out genuine hugs in the middle of Ningbo’s summer buzz. Fans noted how he wasn’t trying to grab attention — in fact, if you didn’t look twice, you probably wouldn’t even realise it was him.
One passer-by posted on Weibo:
“Didn’t expect to be hugged by Chen Linong today, and yet somehow it felt like everything would be okay again.”
Another commented:
“He didn’t say a word, but the energy he gave off was so healing. Sometimes it’s not about words — it’s just about feeling seen.”
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After the videos started circulating online on 20 July, Linong’s name quickly trended across Weibo and Douyin. Many praised him for using his influence in such a gentle, uplifting way. In a time when celeb behaviour is often scrutinised, fans and non-fans alike are calling this spontaneous act a refreshing change.
“It’s these small, sincere gestures that hit different,” one fan tweeted.
“He may be a star, but this was the most down-to-earth thing I’ve seen in ages.”
Chen Linong has always had a soft-boy image — warm, kind, and grounded — but this latest interaction cements that reputation even further. After the busy energy of his tour stop, this peaceful, quiet act felt like the perfect encore.