In recent years, many Chinese entertainment forums have continuously discussed the fact that the 9X generation of actresses is stagnating in their careers. Among them, Trieu Lo Tu, Bach Loc, Ngu Thu Han or Quan Hieu Dong are names that are frequently mentioned.
This is a generation that matured right at the time when Chinese idol dramas developed strongly. Just one famous movie, a few scenes causing a fever on social networks or a large fan base, actors quickly become hot faces in a series of big projects.
However, after many years, audiences began to become familiar with repetitive motifs. Many actresses continuously appear in historical romance films with similar content, from shaping, character building to on-screen love stories.
According to an analysis by Chinese media, most projects starring 9X generation beauties do not achieve outstanding professional achievements. Many films have low ratings and are criticized for lacking breakthroughs.
Some actors who were once highly expected also faced difficulties in changing their image. Ren Min once attracted attention with the movie "Bi Thuong Xuong Dong Thanh Song", but when switching to ancient costumes, it continuously caused controversy about her image. Li Lan Dich also lost some of her appeal after the failure of "Mong Hoi".
Meanwhile, successful cases such as Ngu Thu Han's "Thuong Lan Quyet" or Trieu Lo Tu's "Tran Thien Thien in Rumors" are considered quite rare at a time when the ancient romance film genre is gradually saturated.
Not only under pressure from the audience, the 9X generation actresses also face strong competition from the younger generation of actors. Faces born after 2000 such as Truong Tu Phong, Luu Hao Ton or Van Ky are assessed to have a clearer artistic orientation when continuously participating in movies and appearing at international film festivals.
Meanwhile, many 9X generation actresses are still associated with familiar romance roles. Pressure to maintain fame makes it difficult for them to refuse safe commercial projects, although that means their image is becoming increasingly monotonous.
Experts believe that the biggest problem of this generation does not lie in appearance or fame, but in the lack of roles that are strong enough to make a long-lasting mark.
If senior generations like Duong Mich, Trieu Le Dinh have had many works associated with audience memories, then many 9X generation actors still do not have truly typical roles.
However, observers believe that opportunities still exist for this generation of actors if they dare to change, try their hand at realistic topics or new types of roles instead of continuing to follow the familiar formula that helped them become famous before.
