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| Liu Yuning Opens Up About Repeated Disturbances From Overzealous Fans During Livestream (Photo: MSN) |
Chinese actor Liu Yuning has spoken frankly about a string of uncomfortable incidents involving overly persistent followers, after yet another disruption hit his livestream on 23 November. In the middle of chatting with viewers, his phone rang from an unknown number — a pattern he says has become almost routine.
With a tone that was calm but clearly weary, Liu rejected the call instantly. He remarked on air that answering would only reinforce “a bad habit”, adding that the person behind it “has no qualification to speak to me”. It wasn’t the first time, and according to him, it certainly won’t be the last.
‘I’ve Got Used To It, But It’s Still Annoying’
Speaking more openly after the incident, Liu admitted that the repeated disturbances have pushed him to change how he manages his communication.
He explained that he no longer uses his official, identity-linked phone number because it was being targeted too often. Instead, he relies on alternative services to minimise these interruptions.
He also revealed that ever since he began sharing more snippets of his daily life, the behaviour escalated offline. Some individuals have reportedly appeared at his recording studio and gym — places meant for work and personal wellbeing — leaving him feeling uneasy.
“There are boundaries in every relationship,” he said. “When someone steps over that line, it becomes extremely uncomfortable. I hope people can respect that.”
Weibo Users React Strongly
The incident quickly became a talking point across Weibo, with many users criticising the intrusive behaviour:
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“Calling him during a livestream is unbelievable.”
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“Fans should support respectfully, not behave like this.”
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“This is what happens when someone gets too popular.”
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“Respect starts with boundaries.”
The general sentiment was clear — most fans genuinely want Liu to feel safe, and they hope the behaviour of a few won’t overshadow the support of the majority.
Not an Isolated Problem: Harsh Reality for Male Actors in China
Liu Yuning’s experience unfortunately aligns with a rising trend in the entertainment scene, where several actors have faced worrying situations involving persistent followers who refuse to respect personal space.
Zhang Linghe
Zhang Linghe dealt with one of the most intense cases earlier this year when the hotel he was staying in had its whereabouts leaked online.
Groups of people gathered outside, with some even creeping into service corridors. His staff had to move him across five different hotels in one night for safety, and a fan meeting was cancelled as a precaution.
ICYMI: Zhang Linghe Stalker Incident.
Ren Jialun
Allen Ren Jialun was repeatedly followed at airports, with some individuals attempting to approach him aggressively.
His studio issued a firm statement stressing that his safety outweighed everything else.
Read: Ren Jialun vs Stalker
Ao Ruipeng
Another worrying case involved Ao Ruipeng, who confronted individuals tailing him dangerously on a public road.
A video of him standing in front of the followers’ car quickly went viral. His studio later confirmed the matter had been reported to authorities — and that it wasn’t the first time he’d been followed near his home, backstage areas, or airport VIP zones.
Watch: (Video) Ao Ruipeng Confronts His Stalker on the Road
A Wider Industry Issue: How Other Countries Deal With Boundary-Crossing Fans
The situation isn’t unique to China — entertainment hubs around the world grapple with similar challenges, though their approaches vary:
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South Korea uses strict blacklist systems and event regulations, supported by professional security teams to safeguard artists.
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Japan prioritises privacy policies and allows staff at events to remove anyone who oversteps.
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North America and Europe rely heavily on legal tools such as restraining orders, stronger residential security, and cooperation with law enforcement, while frameworks like GDPR help prevent personal information leaks.
Across the board, the trend is the same: fan culture is evolving rapidly, and industries are strengthening their protective measures to keep artists safe.
Liu Yuning’s latest experience serves as another reminder that admiration should never cross into intrusion.
Despite his calm, professional handling of the situation, the persistent disturbances highlight how crucial boundaries are — both for the wellbeing of artists and for a healthy fan culture.
He hopes the message reaches those who need to hear it: support your favourite artists, but respect their personal space. Boundaries aren’t barriers — they’re basic courtesy in a modern entertainment world that’s already intense enough.
Source: MSN