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| Zhao Lusi Keeps It Real After Tencent All Star Night Awards Styling Sparks Online Debate (Photo: Tencent Video) |
Chinese actress Zhao Lusi has finally spoken up about the wave of online discussion surrounding her appearance at the Tencent Video All Star Night 2025, choosing a calm, grounded tone that many fans are now praising as her most mature response yet. During a livestream on 21 December, the popular actress addressed the ongoing chatter about her makeup and outfit choices, making it clear that she no longer wants to spend energy on issues she feels are no longer worth internalising.
After everything she has experienced over the past year, Zhao Lusi admitted she simply doesn’t have the emotional space to keep stressing over styling debates.
According to Lusi, comments about whether her makeup or clothing look “good” are no longer a priority. She shared that if some people feel her appearance didn’t work for them, it isn’t a big issue — as long as the projects she stars in are well received by audiences.
For her, the focus has shifted firmly towards her work rather than surface-level judgement.
She also touched on the pressure faced by makeup artists and stylists, pointing out that even when professionals are involved, criticism is almost unavoidable.
Zhao Lusi noted that constant public scrutiny can become an added burden for those working behind the scenes, which is something she hopes people can be more mindful of.
The conversation stems from her appearance at the Tencent Video All Star Night Awards, where her makeup and outfit unexpectedly became a trending topic. Some netizens questioned whether the styling suited her, sparking mixed reactions across social media platforms.
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What added fuel to the discussion was speculation around her outfit choice that night. Online rumours claimed her original dress encountered last-minute issues before the event, with talk ranging from a “missing dress” to alleged mishandling.
Zhao Lusi later acknowledged during her livestream that there was indeed a styling “bug,” confirming that changes had to be made on the spot.
She explained that she had originally planned to change into two different outfits. While she appeared on the red carpet in a newer seasonal piece paired with luxury jewellery, she ended up wearing an older design during the ceremony due to unexpected complications.
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The styling team had to quickly adjust, leading to a pairing that some viewers questioned. Despite the noise, Zhao Lusi handled the situation with composure. She openly admitted the issue without deflecting responsibility, while also reminding fans that this wasn’t her final appearance or her last public event.
“Let’s look forward to the next one,” she said, signalling that she’s already moved on.
Her response quickly earned praise online, with many viewers applauding her emotional intelligence and growth. After a year marked by health challenges and work-related hurdles, Zhao Lusi’s steady comeback has been hard to miss.
Her latest c-drama Love's Ambition has performed strongly, and her central placement at the awards ceremony reflected her current standing in the industry.
While some comparisons naturally emerged among fans regarding award titles and seating arrangements, most agreed that Zhao Lusi ’s composed handling of the situation stood out. Rather than reacting defensively, she chose honesty and perspective — and that, for many, spoke louder than any outfit ever could.