Recently, a netizen shared a photo taken with Huang Xiaoming after a chance encounter while jogging in Sanya, China.

In the photo, Huang Xiaoming is dressed in sportswear, wearing a gray tank top paired with black shorts. His arm and calf muscles are clearly visible, showing signs of regular exercise. Many observers commented that his physique is “well maintained for someone in middle age.”

However, some viewers pointed out what they considered an unusual body proportion in the picture. Based on the height of the head and shoulders, the man standing next to Huang Xiaoming appears to be almost the same height as him, but the length of their arms seems noticeably different, with Huang Xiaoming’s arms appearing shorter.

Because of this, netizens began questioning Huang Xiaoming’s actual height. Some speculated that he appeared to be the same height as the other man because he was wearing height-increasing shoes, noting that the heel of his footwear seemed noticeably thick.

The actor’s height has long been something of a “mystery” in the entertainment industry. According to Sohu, Huang Xiaoming has said that he is 1.8 meters tall, but based on photos taken when he stands beside other celebrities, some viewers estimate that he may actually be slightly over 1.7 meters.

Notably, some people also argued that height-increasing shoes are not suitable for running or intense physical activity, as they could easily cause ankle injuries.

Others paid attention to Huang Xiaoming’s voluminous hairstyle, with some even suspecting that he might still be wearing a wig while jogging.

These details led to sarcastic comments online, with some people saying the actor is “too concerned about maintaining an idol image,” even when simply going for a run.

Aside from speculation about height-boosting shoes and a possible wig, Huang Xiaoming’s facial condition in the photo also drew discussion. Some viewers said he looked noticeably tired and older compared to his appearances at public events.

When zooming in on the photo, his overall facial structure does not appear drastically different, but his features look slightly unfamiliar, leading some netizens to say that Huang Xiaoming was “almost unrecognizable,” with a few even commenting that he looks “increasingly like a wax figure.”

Earlier, another photo of Huang Xiaoming posing with two internet personalities also sparked discussion online.

In the version of the photo with beauty filters applied, the 48-year-old actor appeared youthful and full of energy. However, in the original image, his eyes looked more tired and his skin did not appear as smooth as in the edited version.

According to Sohu, Huang Xiaoming still works hard to maintain his appearance at the age of 48, but ultimately cannot defeat the effects of time. No matter how much he exercises, some signs of aging are unavoidable.

Because of this, many people believe the actor should worry less about maintaining a perfect appearance and instead live more comfortably.

Sources: LD