Actress Apologizes Following Criticism Over Appearance
Mao Xiaohui is facing serious backlash after apologizing for being “ugly” on social media.
The controversy started with heavy criticism of her role as Liu Mengli, the second female lead in Chinese Paladin 4. Netizens slammed her mostly for her looks. Mao then posted nearly ten apologies on Weibo, blaming her appearance and performance for disappointing fans.
She admitted she worked hard to lose weight before filming but still looked “so fat” on screen. She even apologized to fans who liked her previous roles.
Hahahahahaha.
Who understands.
Ah sorry that my ugliness upset everyone.
I actually lost weight and became thinner at that time, but ended up looking so fat while being filmed. I’m a big fat person.
Why is it so hard to lose weight?
Sorry to those who like me because of Xie Hang and Xiao Qian Xi [her previous roles]. Sorry to those who are watching this drama.
— Mao Xiaohui
Mao kept striking a self-deprecating tone in follow-up posts. She told fans to “block your eyes” when watching her and treat her part like an “audio broadcast.” She said she cried many times because of the harsh criticism.
I cried for a little bit one day. It was funny. I forgot about it after crying. Meng Li has let everyone down. Sorry, everyone
— Mao Xiaohui
Hahahahahahaha. I really want to tell everyone to just block your eyes when you see me. Treat it like an audio broadcast. Just watch everyone else. I cried again when I woke up.
— Mao Xiaohui
She closed by wishing fans a Happy Chinese New Year but said she didn’t know what else to say.
I’m nothing.
Me, I’m actually…
I have so much I want to say, ah but it seems like I don’t really know what to say. So I’m going to say Happy Chinese New Year in advance. Ah but Miss Liu [her current role] is really good she’s really really good.
— Mao Xiaohui
Her Chinese Paladin 4 co-star Mao Zijun jumped in to show support. He praised her performance as Liu Mengli.
In my mind, you’re the best Meng Li!
— Mao Zijun
Despite his support, netizens didn’t back off. Many roasted Mao Xiaohui even more, some calling Mao Zijun’s comment ironic because his own performance was criticized.
International fans are criticizing the harsh treatment Mao Xiaohui is getting online.
Mao Xiaohui is currently preparing for Xi Jin Xi Jin and the upcoming broadcast of The New Version of the Condor Heroes. The online heat might affect her road ahead.