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| Whispers of a Fresh Start — Zhao Lusi and Youku’s Whale Culture Rumour Gains Traction |
It seems Zhao Lusi’s name can’t stay out of the headlines lately — though this time, the story’s got a more positive twist.
After months of buzz surrounding her contract row with Galaxy Cool Entertainment, the actress might be looking to start fresh elsewhere… and rumour has it, that “elsewhere” could be none other than Youku’s Whale Culture, Hujing Digital Media and Entertainment Group (Alibaba Digital Media)
Her situation with Galaxy Cool had fans worried she might get quietly benched in the industry, especially with talk of unfair contracts and behind-the-scenes friction.
But Rosy's comeback through Love’s Ambition silenced the doubters.
The drama did well, and viewers were reminded exactly why she’s one of China’s most magnetic on-screen stars.
The latest gossip floating around fan spaces claims Zhao Lusi might be signing a management or production contract with Whale Culture, a creative arm that falls under Youku’s umbrella, which itself sits comfortably within Alibaba’s entertainment group.
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The idea?
Zhao Lusi could take part in future drama or film projects tied to the platform — a move that would secure her career stability while giving her bigger freedom and reach across streaming projects.
It’s a pretty clever direction if true, especially considering how many major actors have shifted toward platform-linked management in recent years.
A fun detail that sent fans spiralling: one netizen said a big display at Youku’s HQ suddenly started looping Zhao Lusi’s dramas on repeat — a screen that’s rarely active.
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Could it be a soft launch hint? No one knows for sure, but it definitely added fuel to the fire.
Meanwhile, Zhao Lusi herself hasn’t confirmed a thing.
When similar rumours connected her to Alibaba months back, she cheekily posted an image with five random-looking characters that actually read “nonsense” in Chinese slang — a playful swipe at gossip.
Classic Zhao Lusi move: witty, subtle, and always one step ahead.
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There’s still no official word from Lusi, Youku, or Whale Culture, but given her reputation for addressing speculation directly, a statement might not be too far away.
Whether this ends up as a full management deal, a production collaboration, or just internet daydreaming, one thing’s for sure — Zhao Lusi isn’t slowing down.
Between Love’s Ambition’s buzz and the constant industry talk around her next move, she’s clearly in the middle of her “bounce-back” era.
If the Whale Culture link turns out to be legit, it could mark the beginning of her most stable and independent career phase yet.