Often dubbed “Little Liu Yifei” for her striking beauty, Wang Churan has long been praised for her elegant features, refined aura, and suitability for historical dramas. The actress herself has previously expressed appreciation for the comparison to senior star Liu Yifei. However, she is now facing criticism after a recent promotional decision that many viewers believe undermines her natural charm.
The controversy emerged as Wang Churan’s upcoming drama How Dare You!? prepares for broadcast. As part of the promotional campaign, cast members have been actively introducing their characters. Instead of personally filming a promotional video, Wang Churan and her team opted to release an AI-generated clip.
Netizens quickly noticed that while the woman in the video wore the same costume as Wang Churan’s character in the drama, her face did not resemble the actress at all. Screenshots and clips from the AI-generated video began circulating online, triggering widespread criticism.
Viewers accused Wang Churan and her team of being unprofessional, pointing out that filming a short promotional video would not have been difficult. Instead, the use of AI resulted in a stiff, unnatural-looking clip with awkward expressions, which was still uploaded to social media. Although Wang Churan’s studio later deleted the video, it had already been downloaded and reshared by many users, further amplifying the controversy.
The issue has proven especially sensitive given the entertainment industry’s ongoing debate over the use of AI. Many netizens expressed frustration that Wang Churan appeared to use AI so casually, arguing that the technology should not replace genuine promotional efforts by actors themselves.
The backlash has not only affected Wang Churan’s rising reputation but has also spilled over to How Dare You!?. Some viewers have begun questioning whether the drama itself relies heavily on AI technology. Previously, the series had generated anticipation for its humorous storyline, with Wang Churan receiving praise for her beauty and natural acting. Now, however, online sentiment reflects growing doubts about the overall quality of the production.
Sources: TP
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