Jin Sha, at 42, decided to break norms by openly dating her boyfriend, Sun Cheng Xiao, who is 19 years younger than her
The revelation of their relationship sparked a controversy, prompting discussions among netizens and even within the industry.
According to reports from November 12 by QQ, Jin Sha and Sun Cheng Xiao’s relationship became public knowledge, causing a stir not just because of the huge age gap but also due to their peculiar dynamics described as romance.
Sun Cheng Xiao, a 23-year-old rookie, was depicted as consistently appearing somewhat naive, a demeanor that seemed out of sync with his age.
Despite joining the entertainment industry after graduating from an acting department at an art school recently, Sun Cheng Xiao displayed an unexpected shyness in front of the camera. QQ commented, “His acting is so innocent and childlike that everyone can see through it except Jin Sha.”
He is also criticized for the way he talked about his girlfriend’s age: “Hello everyone, this is my girlfriend Jin Sha, 43 years old. She became famous the year I was born.”
Some even suggested that Jin Sha, at times, assumed a role more akin to a mother or a nanny for her boyfriend rather than a traditional romantic partner.
Details about their relationship also emerged. The pair reportedly met at a party organized by a magazine editor, and since then, Sun Cheng Xiao has been diligently taking care of Jin Sha, even cooking over 100 meals for her during a span of 53 days.
Amidst the controversy and raised eyebrows, Jin Sha remains unapologetic about her relationship choices, expressing happiness with her younger boyfriend.
However, public opinion, as often is the case, remains divided, with some speculating that Sun Cheng Xiao might be leveraging his relationship with Jin Sha for personal gain in the competitive entertainment scene.
Source: K14
