Chinese actress Zhao Yingzi has become the center of a red carpet controversy after reportedly being asked to leave the 78th Cannes Film Festival for wearing a semi-sheer silver gown that some say violated the festival’s attire guidelines.
The incident took place on May 13 (local time) during the opening ceremony in Cannes, France. Zhao walked the red carpet in a striking dress that revealed much of her upper body, quickly catching the attention of both photographers and event staff.
This came just days after Cannes organizers reiterated strict red carpet rules, including:
- “Excessive exposure is prohibited on the red carpet.”
- “Bulky skirts that block pathways or affect seat arrangements are not allowed.”
According to Chinese media outlet ET Today, an entertainment blogger posted a video showing Zhao being approached by staff and subsequently asked to leave the red carpet. This fueled speculation that her see-through outfit was in breach of the festival’s official dress code.
However, others pointed out that the incident might have been less about the dress and more about the duration of Zhao’s red carpet appearance. Some believe she may have overstayed her time slot, prompting her removal regardless of attire.
Addressing the issue on her Weibo account, Zhao clarified that she originally planned to wear a red dress, but a coffee spill forced her to make a last-minute switch to the silver one.
Zhao Yingzi debuted in 2013 and gained popularity through the 2014 Chinese drama The Romance of the Condor Heroes. She has since remained active in Chinese entertainment.
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