From the position of one of the favorite faces of Chinese idol dramas, Bai Lu suddenly faced a wave of criticism related to attitude, communication and expression in the game show "Keep Running". Some viewers said that the actress lacked sophistication in her words, while many other opinions said that she was just trying to create an entertainment atmosphere in accordance with the nature of the reality show.
What makes the case widely discussed is not only a few controversial statements, but also because the "friendly star" image that Bach Loc has built for many years is under great pressure.
Previously, the actress was often loved by audiences for her active, natural personality and close images on television shows. Many of her clips have spread on social networks thanks to her humor, dedication and ability to create laughter.
However, the boundary between "straight talk", "creating entertainment effects" and subtle statements is increasingly fragile in today's entertainment environment. Just one expression or sentence considered inappropriate can quickly become a topic of controversy.
Some Chinese media experts believe that the biggest pressure on artists today lies not in acting or achievements, but in their ability to maintain a perfect image in front of the public. In particular, for artists who are active in gameshows, all natural reactions are easily cut, embedded, spread and analyzed in many different directions.
In Bach Loc's case, many viewers believe that she is falling into a familiar situation in the Chinese entertainment industry: the more she tries to create a sense of closeness, the easier it is for artists to reveal their shortcomings to the public.
Not originally a well-trained actress, Bach Loc spent many years rising from supporting roles before attracting attention through films such as "Châu sinh như cố", "Trường nguyệt tẫn minh" or "Dĩ ái vi doanh".
Her journey to rise up is often mentioned by Chinese media as a "self-made artist" model. However, along with fame are increasing expectations from the public, especially about her behavior towards the media and colleagues.
Amidst the wave of debate, many viewers also recalled the famous sharing of artist Tong Dan Dan about human psychology: "Too much self-doubt sometimes makes a person become insensitive.
Although the saying is not directly aimed at Bach Loc, many people think that it partly reflects the popular psychology of young artists in a fiercely competitive environment: always having to try to prove themselves worthy of their current position.
