The Mystery of Song Yi and Bai Jingting's Relationship: A Controversy That Refuses to Die
Recent social media posts have sparked intense discussion among Chinese netizens regarding the alleged romantic relationship between actors Song Yi and Bai Jingting. The controversy began with the discovery of a shadow of Bai Jingting in a recent photo uploaded by Song Yi, prompting the actress to edit and delete the image (first image: a woman meticulously arranging cement blocks before a building with workers nearby, suggesting a construction project; signs around the site offer guidance or safety information).
3 December 2023
On Weibo, a popular Chinese social media platform, users expressed their frustration and disappointment with the constant ambiguity surrounding the pair's relationship status (second image: woman wearing sunglasses casually enjoying two ice cream cones outside a building, surrounded by people engaged in various activities; atmosphere is lively and social). Many comments on the platform criticized Song Yi and Bai Jingting for not publicly announcing their relationship or firmly denying it (third image: group of people enjoying ice creams while standing around a woman eating an ice cream cone in front of a building; relaxed atmosphere with scattered items like bags, umbrellas, and cell phones adding to the scene).
Netizens feel that their actions are contradictory, as they continue to fuel speculation by attending private events together but avoid making any official statements (fourth image: man with an exaggerated expression possibly crying in front of a red flag; he wears a necklace and stands out amid ambiguous background, adding an unusual element). Some Weibo users also expressed that their impression of Song Yi and Bai Jingting is worsening as a result of the constant speculation (fifth image: cartoon character with a large head and big eyes standing in front of a building; vibrant and comedic contrast to surrounding environment).
The deluge of hot searches on Weibo has led some users to question why it is necessary for celebrities to reveal their relationships at all (fifth image: cartoon character adding a humorous touch to the scene). A user pointed out, "Please tell me loudly if Ji Hongyi (Bai Jingting's nickname) is really true!! Always showing quietly on Weibo videos." However, not all netizens share this sentiment. Some users argue that there should be no obligation for celebrities to reveal their personal lives (second image: social atmosphere and interactions among people highlighted).
The controversy has led some users to question whether the constant speculation over the couple's relationship serves any purpose (first image: workers interacting with the building site, showing order and specificity in construction). A Weibo user pondered, "When will two people make an official announcement?"
In response to Song Yi's deletion of photos, Bai Jingting fans have rallied on Weibo (second image: lively atmosphere with people engaging in different activities), criticizing her actions as contradictory and fueling speculation. Some users have also expressed that their impression of the couple is worsening due to the constant ambiguity surrounding their relationship status (third image: relaxed scene with people enjoying treats).
Despite the constant speculation and deletion of photos, it seems that Song Yi and Bai Jingting are unable or unwilling to resist showing off their apparent relationship (fourth image: man expressing an unusual emotional state amidst an ambiguous background). However, not all netizens share this sentiment. Some
