On October 16, Huang Zitao and Xu Yiyang will host what has already been dubbed the “wedding of the century” in Chinese entertainment. Just a week before the big day, Xu Yiyang, born in 1997 and often referred to as the muse of Gen Z, was seen trying on her wedding dresses. The star tried on 12 different dresses in various styles and colors. In addition to chic, modern designs, she also commissioned a traditional-inspired dress featuring an elegant open-back cut that highlights her graceful silhouette.
A behind-the-scenes video of Xu’s bridal rehearsal shot to the top of Weibo charts on October 10. Her stunning visuals, slim figure and 1.7m height have attracted widespread admiration, with fans declaring her the most anticipated bride of October. However, the final dress chosen for her walk down the aisle remains a closely guarded secret.
The teams of Huang Zitao and Xu Yiyang have been preparing the lavish celebration for over six months, with ambitions to rival the weddings of iconic celebrities such as Jay Chou and Hannah Quinlivan and Huang Xiaoming and Angelababy. With Huang’s inheritance of a $3 billion fortune from Huang’s late father Zitao, the couple has more than enough resources to plan one of the most extravagant ceremonies in Chinese entertainment history.
The wedding location and full guest list remain secret, but Huang revealed that 100 seats will be reserved exclusively for his and Xu’s fans. Attendees, from stars to well-wishers, will be free to stream and share their moments with the bride and groom on social media.
The event is expected to attract high-level media coverage across Asia, not only due to its size but also its guest list, which is said to include a host of A- and S-tier celebrities. Among them is Luhan, Huang’s former EXO teammate. The connection is even more significant since Xu herself has long been a devoted fan of Luhan.
Chinese media also speculate that the wedding could serve as an official occasion for the couple to publicly introduce their first child. Rumors about the baby surfaced in late June, when paparazzi captured Xu’s mother holding and caring for a baby, along with a nanny, as they returned to the couple’s home.
With luxury, romance and a touch of mystery, Huang Zitao and Xu Yiyang’s wedding is destined to become a historic moment in C-entertainment.
