On Chinese social media platform Weibo, the hashtag “Liu Yifei: What year is it?” soared to the top of the trending list, amassing over 110 million reads , 41,000 discussions , and more than 212,000 interactions within just 24 hours.
The buzz was sparked by Liu Yifei’s latest photo shoot with Vogue China, where she appeared in a series of ethereal, vintage-inspired looks that transported fans straight back to the golden age of Chinese cinema. Her low bun hairstyle, princess-like gown, porcelain skin, and melancholic gaze immediately drew comparisons to her beloved role as Bai Xiuzhu in the 2003 period drama The Story of a Noble Family ( Jin Fen Shi Jia ).
In online discussions, the phrase “Liu Yifei as Bai Xiuzhu again” trended heavily. Many fans commented, “It feels like she’s stepped out of a bygone cinematic era where beauty was sculpted by natural light and genuine emotion—not CGI or filters.” One viral comment joked, “I had to check the calendar—I thought we were back in 2013!”
The Story of a Noble Family remains one of the most iconic Chinese dramas of the early 2000s. Based on Zhang Henshui’s novel of the same name, the series follows the rise and fall of a wealthy family in 1930s China, weaving themes of love, ambition, and class struggle.
Liu Yifei’s portrayal of Bai Xiuzhu—a gentle, refined woman caught in the turmoil of family politics and forbidden romance—became a career-defining role. She starred alongside Chen Kun (as Jin Yantai) and Dong Jie (as Leng Qingqiu), establishing herself as one of China’s most promising young actresses.
Despite debuting over two decades ago, Liu Yifei remains firmly rooted at the top of China’s A-list. While her acting projects continue to garner acclaim, her beauty alone continues to make headlines. The new Vogue shoot has reignited admiration for her classic aesthetic—one that many fans say is becoming increasingly rare in the modern entertainment industry.
Under the viral post, thousands of fans left comments such as:
“Her beauty truly transcends time.”
“I thought this was a throwback from her debut days.”
“Every year is Liu Yifei’s year—no debate needed.”
With her long-anticipated film and television projects lined up and her influence still sky-high, it seems Liu Yifei is not just revisiting her past glory—she’s redefining timelessness for a new generation.
Sources: kenh14
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