Yang Zi Speaks Up on Why She Rejected Vogue Cover

Yang Zi Turns Down Vogue Cover (Photo: Weibo)

Yang Zi is back in the spotlight, but not for a magazine cover this time. Rumours have been buzzing online that the beloved actress turned down an invitation to appear on the iconic September group cover of Vogue China. And apparently, there’s a method to the madness.

The September issue is always a high-stakes affair, featuring China’s top actresses and attracting endless online debates—not just about who makes the cut, but also the fine details, like where each star stands in the group shot. 

So Yang Zi’s absence definitely caught netizens’ attention.

Insiders say Yang Zi’s decision wasn’t impulsive. Currently a brand ambassador for Prada and Valentino, she’s already got her foot in the door of the fashion elite. 

Opportunities to grace a Vogue cover aren’t going anywhere, and there’s plenty of runway left for future features.

The real reason? Her jam-packed schedule. Yang Zi is deep in filming “Born to Be Alive,” a drama set to wrap in September. 

Sources describe it as a high-demand project, blending emotional storytelling with physically intense scenes that require meticulous preparation.

And she’s not slowing down. Yang Zi is already lined up for “When Magnolia Blooms Again,” a Tencent drama slated to start shooting in October. 

With Tencent’s track record for top-tier productions and Yang Zi’s star power, this series is shaping up to be one of next year’s must-watch shows.

Netizen reactions are mixed. Some fans applaud her choice to prioritise her craft over a single magazine appearance, while others lament her absence from what’s arguably the most prestigious fashion moment of the year.

Regardless, Yang Zi’s move reflects a calculated career strategy. With her talent, dedication, and rising international profile, it’s only a matter of time before she lands a solo cover that’s all hers, possibly even a special edition highlighting her as the headline star.