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| Is Zhao Lusi Teaming Up With Yang Xuwen? Actress Responds to Growing Drama Rumours (Photo: Upmedia) |
The internet’s been buzzing all week after whispers popped up claiming Zhao Lusi might be returning to the costume-drama scene, reportedly pairing up with Yang Xuwen from Strange Tales of Tang Dynasty.
The supposed project, titled Gong Yu, immediately caught attention — because if there’s one thing viewers love, it’s Zhao Lusi in historical styling.
But during a live stream on 20 November, the actress finally put the rumours to rest, stating plainly that she isn’t signing onto any new dramas for now.
“Some things aren’t as simple as they seem. They take time to settle and adjust,” she said calmly during the broadcast.
Her words quickly reassured long-time fans, especially those who have followed her through her previous tough filming experiences.
Many viewers felt she was being careful and thoughtful with her choices — and honestly, can you blame her?
No New Dramas (Yet), But Plenty of Love for Fans
Although the casting buzz took over social media for a moment, Zhao Lusi was very clear: she isn’t preparing for a comeback to set right now.
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Instead, she’s focusing on rest, recharging, and rebuilding her schedule at a comfortable pace.
That said, she’s hardly disappeared from the spotlight. Quite the opposite — her popularity has skyrocketed, especially on Xiaohongshu, where she recently became the first celebrity to cross 20 million followers.
She affectionately calls her followers “guimi”, meaning close friends, a nickname that has only made fans adore her more.
To keep the connection alive, the actress confirmed plans for a fan meeting next month, plus a cosy online celebration for New Year’s Eve, mentioning she won’t be attending any televised countdown events. It’s very Lusi-coded: low-key, warm, and centred around her fans.
Zhao Lusi didn’t dive deep into details, but her comments hinted at why she’s taking her time before accepting new roles.
After the whirlwind success of Love’s Ambition, which went on to win Drama of the Year, she’s been more selective about what comes next.
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Industry chatter suggests she has now joined Tiger Whale Entertainment, an Alibaba-linked company, although the specifics remain hush-hush and mostly based on speculation.
Still, the move has been seen as a positive shift toward a more stable and supportive environment.
Her 27th birthday celebration earlier this month — which she made free for fans — also doubled as a soft introduction of her new agency era.
She thanked supporters for sticking with her through everything and promised to return to acting once the time feels right.
So… Will Zhao Lusi Act With Yang Xuwen?
Short answer: Not at the moment.
Long answer: If she does return to filming, it’ll likely be with a project she genuinely connects with and a team she trusts. For now, she’s giving herself room to breathe — and her fans are happily backing her, sending well-wishes and jokes like, “Take your time, Lusi, we’ll camp here until you’re ready.”
Until then, Zhao Lusi continues to shine online, continue fan interactions, and build a fresh new chapter — on her own terms