Chinese actor‑singer Wang Yibo — who rose to fame via boy band UNIQ and the hit drama The Untamed — has recently sparked shock among fans after a dramatic moment appeared in the promo for his new outdoor show 探索新境2 (Exploring the Unknown 2). In the clip, Wang attempts a free‑hand ascent up a rocky cliff. Halfway through the climb, he reportedly loses his grip and plunges into the sea.
“It’s one of the craziest episodes from the show.” — comment from an online discussion about the incident.
The seemingly perilous scene quickly triggered concern and criticism from fans, many questioning whether it was responsible for the program’s producers to put a major star in such a risky situation.
In response, the show’s production team issued a formal statement: they clarified that this was not a sudden accident, but a pre‑planned challenge segment. According to them, the actual drop height was only 3.8 metres, and when Wang fell, he entered the water with a correct “feet‑first, vertical posture,” which helped disperse the impact and ensured he was unharmed.
They also highlighted that before filming, professional stunt‑doubles conducted over 20 test dives under carefully measured conditions for water depth and wave height to guarantee the participant’s safety.
This isn’t the first time Wang Yibo has embraced extreme outdoor challenges. The original season of Exploring the Unknown documented him trekking through snow‑capped mountains, deserts, islands and more.
The controversy around this rock‑climb stunt has reignited debates on social media: some viewers admire the show’s realism and Wang’s adventurous spirit, calling the moment “thrilling and authentic,” while others argue it unnecessarily gambled with the safety of a popular celebrity.
As Exploring the Unknown 2 prepares for its premiere on November 28 (on Tencent Video), all eyes are on how this blend of real‑risk adventure and celebrity filmmaking will play out — and whether the show’s commitment to safety will satisfy both fans and critics.
Sources: ETtoday星光雲
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