Following Zhao Lusi’s stunning comeback, many agree that her time has finally come. Signing with a new agency, receiving partnership invitations from Korean media, and paving the way for a promising future, Zhao Lusi is on the rise—while her former agency, Galaxy Culture, finds itself in turmoil.
Currently, Galaxy Culture is on the brink of collapse. Major shareholders are pulling out, and key executives are resigning en masse. This dramatic downfall prompted netizens to comment, “Is Zhao Lusi rewriting her life’s script and slapping back at her enemies?”
But the road hasn’t been easy for Zhao Lusi. She endured severe health issues—dropping to just 36.9kg, losing the ability to walk or speak—and faced immense pressure and mistreatment from her agency. Evidence even surfaced suggesting Galaxy Culture deliberately slandered her, trying to force her into submission.
Despite this, Zhao Lusi responded with remarkable strength. She publicly fought back with a do-or-die attitude. At the time, the public doubted whether a small-time actress like her could take on a major entertainment conglomerate. Yet she pulled off an incredible reversal, becoming the first artist in Chinese entertainment history to win a direct solo legal battle against her own management.
According to Chinese media outlet 163 , Zhao Lusi dared to go all-in because she had a strong supporter behind the scenes: Li Wei , the founder of Galaxy Culture, who was forced out in disgrace and is now Zhao Lusi’s new manager.
Li Wei was the one who discovered and developed Zhao Lusi during her early days—from a nameless actress in low-budget web dramas to a top post-1995s star. Now, having severed ties with Galaxy Culture, Zhao Lusi has joined Tiger Whale Entertainment, where Li Wei currently works. His decision to personally manage her has shocked the industry, given his stature.
There’s even a “revenge alliance” theory circulating online: after being betrayed by Galaxy Culture, Zhao Lusi sought out Li Wei, and with his backing, boldly went head-to-head with her former agency. While unconfirmed, this theory has gained traction among fans, with many joking that Zhao and Li are a duo of avengers fighting back against a common enemy.
Of course, Zhao Lusi’s current success owes much to her recent hit drama, which boosted her confidence and public image. Her new agency surely sees her as a worthwhile investment, as her spectacular comeback proves she’s a force to be reckoned with.
Sources: 163
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