On April 27, Liu Yifei attended the 2025 Television Directors Conference, where she was honored with the Best Actress of the Year award for her performance in the drama series The Tale of Rose.

During the ceremony, Liu Yifei appeared elegant and received her award on stage. To deliver her acceptance speech, she used a note to assist with her remarks. Although her delivery appeared slightly hesitant, she completed her speech successfully.

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The Tale of Rose, in which Liu Yifei portrays Huang Yimei, has earned widespread acclaim. The role explores contemporary women’s challenges, balancing career ambitions, love, and family expectations. Liu’s portrayal was praised for its authenticity, strength, and emotional depth.

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In recent years, Liu Yifei has seen significant success with a series of popular projects, including A Dream of Splendor and Meet Yourself. Her performances have solidified her reputation as one of the top actresses in China’s television industry.

Earlier, Liu Yifei also received the Outstanding Quality Star Award at the Dongfang TV Quality Drama Awards — an event regarded as a precursor to the prestigious Magnolia Awards.

With this momentum, industry insiders anticipate that she is a strong contender for a Magnolia Award this year, one of China’s three major television honors alongside the Golden Eagle and Flying Apsaras Awards.