How did she suddenly become beautiful?
A series of posts on Chinese social media platform Weibo have sparked intense debate over the beauty standards within the entertainment industry, focusing on actress Zhou Dongyu and K-pop group Red Velvet. The conversations question the sudden change in perception towards their beauty and criticize those who seem to arbitrarily judge them based on their appearance.
22 October 2023
The discussion began with a Weibo user questioning how Zhou Dongyu, a popular Chinese actress, has become "beautiful" over time. Many netizens weighed in, expressing their disagreement and defending her beauty. One user remarks, "Yes, why does Red Velvet suddenly become beautiful? Although they have always been beautiful, their beauty becomes even more striking upon their return. Where is the beauty lacking?" Another fan argues, "The beauty of Red Velvet hasn't changed in so many years; where is there still beauty lacking? Look at recent life photos of Zhou Dongyu."
However, not all comments were positive towards Zhou Dongyu. A user posted a photo of Liu Haoran, another Chinese actor, stating, "Liu Haoran suddenly became old," implying that he lost his youthful charm after dating Zhou Dongru. Another netizen remarks sarcastically, "I have always thought that Zhou Dongyu is very clean and beautiful, otherwise she would not be able to perform The Love of the Pine Tree from her debut. I don't know why some people have such hatred for her so often?"
The conversation then shifted towards Zhou Dongyu's recent appearance in a sexy route and good shape, with many users finding her more attractive. One user said, "She was charming early on, with that naive quality. Otherwise, she wouldn't have played as the Cherry Tree." In contrast, some netizens expressed their indifference towards her looks, stating, "I don't find her prettier. She doesn't seem any different to me."
The debate intensified when a user posed a rhetorical question, "Who did you think I was...Confused when they came in...Dumbfounded when they went out...Beautiful...?" This sparked responses from users who felt the need to clarify their identity before being clicked on.
One user pointed out the impact of makeup in the entertainment industry, stating, "The movie actor is much prettier than before and his makeup has a significant impact. However, for a movie actor, it's not necessary to be beautiful; they just need to have acting skills. Attacking their appearance every day is completely unnecessary." Another netizen agrees, saying, "Compared with her previous makeup and hairstyling, Zhou Dongyu has indeed become more beautiful. I can understand that."
Several users offered beauty tips for Zhou Dongyu, suggesting that a good hairstyle could greatly improve her appearance. One user advised, "If your hairstyle is right, it will look much better," while another said, "Zhou Dongyu's face is really quite good." A few users added their names to their comments, possibly to avoid further confusion in the future.
However, not all reactions were constructive. Some netizens expressed their dislike towards Zhou Dongyu with harsh remarks such as, "She is so ugly anyway" and "Why does she always get hate?" The discussion ended on a sour note, with users questioning why anyone would have ill feelings towards her simply because of her appearance.
In conclusion, the discussion on Weibo highlighted the inconsistent beauty standards within the entertainment industry and sparked debates over arbitrary judgments based on appearance. It also underscored the importance of treating celebrities with more respect and focusing less on their physical looks.