On June 10, Chinese media outlet Sohu reported a wave of public shock after recent photos of Taiwanese pop diva Elva Hsiao revealed a dramatically altered appearance, prompting renewed conversations about beauty pressures and trauma recovery.
In the newly released images, Elva’s face was described as unnaturally stiff—featuring an excessively sharp chin, overly plumped lips, and an unusually high nose bridge.
Photos taken at events in natural lighting further highlighted visible facial asymmetry and signs of deformation, leading netizens to comment, “She looks like a completely different person from her younger self.”
Elva’s transformation is believed to be the result of repeated plastic surgery and the aftermath of a severe dog attack in 2021. The incident left a significant dent in her right cheek, described as “a piece of flesh missing.” She later underwent reconstructive surgeries to restore volume and smoothen skin tone.
The singer revealed that the recovery was emotionally painful: “I cried every time I looked in the mirror.” Despite her injuries, Elva chose to keep and care for the dogs that attacked her, drawing both admiration and surprise.
Born in 1979, Elva Hsiao is considered one of the A-list divas in Mandopop. Alongside her musical fame, she has made headlines for her high-profile and often controversial dating history, reportedly having dated over 20 younger men.
Elva’s latest public appearance has stirred widespread concern and sympathy. Netizens are expressing nostalgia for her natural beauty and questioning the long-term effects of cosmetic procedures, especially when combined with physical trauma.