Chinese actress Esther Yu best known for her roles in Love Between Fairy and Devil and My Journey to You has recently found herself at the center of controversy. Once praised for her lively, bubbly personality, Esther Yu is now facing serious allegations from colleagues who accuse her of bullying, arrogance, and sabotaging co-stars’ reputations.
Esther Yu Accused of Ruining Zhao Zhiwei’s Career
Actor Zhao Zhiwei revealed during a livestream that his career suffered for nearly a decade due to misunderstandings tied to Esther Yu. The two were paired in the reality show Grade One: Graduation Season (2015–2016), where staged interactions sparked false dating rumors.
Not long after, Esther Yu posted a Valentine’s Day message implying heartbreak, which fueled speculation that Zhao Zhiwei had cheated on her with her manager. Despite Zhao Zhiwei ’s repeated clarifications that there was no relationship, he claims fans of Esther Yu labeled him a “cheater,” severely damaging his reputation.
Actress Zhang Haoyue Quits Industry After Alleged Bullying
Former actress Zhang Haoyue also accused Esther Yu of ostracizing and mocking her during the same show, describing her as being treated “like a spider” and excluded by the group. Zhang Haoyue later revealed she had to undergo therapy for psychological trauma and eventually left the entertainment industry.
Feuds With Dylan Wang and Xu Kai
Esther Yu’s relationship with her Love Between Fairy and Devil co-star Dylan Wang has also soured. While they were once a beloved on-screen couple, references to Dylan Wang have reportedly been scrubbed from promotional materials.
Meanwhile, her former co-star Xu Kai was criticized online after jokingly reacting when Esther Yu stepped on his foot during a variety show. Fans of Esther Yu attacked him, labeling him rude, which further fueled perceptions that she allows — or benefits from — her fanbase’s aggressive behavior.
Ongoing Rivalry With Zhao Lusi
Perhaps the most high-profile fallout is Esther Yu’s rumored rivalry with actress Zhao Lusi. Recently, Zhao Lusi made multiple cryptic posts accusing an unnamed colleague of using underhanded tactics to smear her image and sabotage brand endorsements. Many netizens believe Zhao Lusi was referring to Esther Yu.
“Clinging to others’ popularity will never make you a true star,” Zhao Lusi wrote, sparking heated debate online.
While some fans argue that Esther Yu’s energetic and outspoken nature is simply misunderstood, others believe she has crossed professional boundaries too many times. Sina reported that her wealthy upbringing and confident personality have often been perceived as arrogance, leading to friction with co-stars.
With multiple accusations piling up — from Zhao Zhiwei, Zhang Haoyue, Wang Hedi, Xu Kai , and Zhao Lusi — Esther Yu now faces one of the biggest image crises of her career.
Sources: K14
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