The Chinese entertainment industry has been sent into shock with the sudden health crisis of Zhao Lusi and her consequent hospitalization, raising concern about the excessive physical and mental burden celebrities undergo. Rumour has it that the actor was resting at a friend’s place on January 1st after being discharged from a Shanghai hospital several days prior. Lusi apparently passed out on the set of her ongoing project on December 18, which led to her being admitted to the hospital right away. The 26-year-old was seen in a wheelchair in videos that went viral online, leading to a lot of conjecture on her health. Fans and media sites speculated that her illness might be due to stress at work, with many speculating that it might be a neurological ailment or depression.
In a statement, Lusi’s agency acknowledged her health issue and suspending her work commitments. In both Chinese and English, the statement emphasized how dedicated Lusi had been to her role in the “Lovers” project and how hard she had been working on it up until her unexpected sickness. Although the agency did not provide fans with precise information about her illness, they did reassure them that she was recovering by following medical advice.
TAKE A LOOK AT THE VIRAL POST:
ROAD TO RECOVERY! #ZhaoLusi is surrounded by friends and family while she is recovering! ❤️🩹 Such a heartwarming sight to see! We are so relieved.
However, let’s continue to voice our concerns and demand for the truth!
I STAND WITH ROSY#FreeZhaoLusi#TruthForZhaoLusi pic.twitter.com/JI2ctcBlOm
— Zhao Lusi | Kelulis PH (@KelulisPH) December 31, 2024
Her close friend brought to light shocking facts about the way Lusi was treated previously by her agency when more videos and images began to emerge depicting her struggling to eat, walk, and carry out simple day-to-day tasks. The buddy stated that in 2019, Lusi had been verbally abused due to staff members condemning her for her skills, weight, and looks. This encounter, which remained unsolved until the recent health scare, had a profound impact on Lusi, according to the friend. Speaking in public with Lusi’s permission, the friend recalled how the abuser had never shown regret for the more than two hours that Lusi had been humiliated during the 2019 episode.
#zhaolusi sharing with us updates of her journey to recovery 🫂❤️
the fact that she chose to share with us such real and raw moments during her toughest times ☹️☹️☹️#FreeZhaoLusi #TruthForZhaoLusi pic.twitter.com/hacdVACGWT
— 🐰 (@youniebear) December 31, 2024
#zhaolusi sharing with us updates of her journey to recovery 🫂❤️
the fact that she chose to share with us such real and raw moments during her toughest times ☹️☹️☹️#FreeZhaoLusi #TruthForZhaoLusi pic.twitter.com/hacdVACGWT
— 🐰 (@youniebear) December 31, 2024
Fans vented their anger on social media as worries over Lusi’s health grew. Many people demanded justice and the truth for the actress on websites like X. As supporters denounced the abuse and online harassment Lusi had endured, hashtags like #TruthForZhaoLusi and #FreeZhaoLusi gained popularity. They demanded accountability from both her assailants and the perpetrators of the cyberbullying that ensued after her hospitalisation.
After the information was made public, Lusi’s friend was upset about the way the entertainment world had handled the actor. The companion disclosed that Lusi had been quietly under a lot of pressure, despite her attempts to hide her feelings. The friend recalled how Lusi had always been a strong, selfless person, putting others’ needs ahead of her own, but the toll of the mistreatment and constant pressure had taken a severe toll on her health.
There is a rising call for a more sympathetic and understanding approach to celebrities’ mental health as fans continue to support Lusi. Supporters of Lusi are hopeful that she will fully heal, regain her strength, and return to her former vibrant self. They add that they want people who have harmed her and others who abuse the internet to be held responsible. The situation serves as a depressing reminder of the mental and physical challenges that many well-known individuals face in a field that usually prioritises image and achievement over health.
