Zhao Lusi is one of the most prominent young stars in Chinese entertainment today, boasting a huge fan base and formidable influence on social media. Born in 1998, she has made her mark through numerous film and drama projects, captivating audiences with her sweet, girl-next-door images. Yet behind the spotlight lies a period of intense pressure on her appearance. The actress suffered severe body shaming and was pushed into extreme thinness, losing weight to a worrying level that severely affected her health.
At one point, Zhao Lusi reportedly suffered a stroke due to his weakened physical condition, a revelation that sent shockwaves throughout the industry. After that ordeal, he took a step back to focus on rest and recovery, paying more attention to his physical and mental well-being. Today, observers note that she has largely regained her shape again appearing brighter, healthier and full of energy.
Despite his naturally fresh and lively images, defined by balanced features, bright eyes and accessible charm, Zhao Lusi faced incessant criticism early in his career. Her fuller cheeks were deemed incompatible with the industry’s rigorous ultra-thin standardsplacing immense and invisible pressure on the young actress.
This led to a grueling three-year weight loss journey. From around 56kg, she continued to lose weight until, at her lowest point, she was down to 38kg, a loss of almost 20kg. Although the transformation sharpened her features and made her figure slimmer, many believe her finest hour was when her face still appeared healthy and full, radiating vitality rather than fragility.
As the weight loss intensified, public concern grew. Her figure became alarmingly thin, her soft curves all but disappeared, and she often appeared fatigued and drained in front of the camera. Particularly striking were the moments where his neck and chest looked gaunt to the point of being painful to look at, leaving many fans deeply concerned.
Given his condition at the time, few expected such a rapid turnaround. In the early stages of rehabilitation, Zhao Lusi could only manage a few uncertain steps and had to relearn basic tasks such as holding utensils from scratch, just like a child relearning daily functions.
Yet just a month later, he surprised many by showing up at a fan meeting in his hometown of Chengdu, greeting around 100 fans. Although she had not fully returned to her previous agility, she was able to walk, converse, and interact comfortably. In particular, her appearance had already improved: she looked fresher, more relaxed and visibly happier. According to close friends, during that recovery period he gained around 4kg, going from 36.9kg to 41kg, reporting encouraging progress both physically and mentally.
At present, Zhao Lusi is considered basically stable in terms of health and mentality. She no longer appears dangerously thin; instead, her face appears fuller and more vibrant. With rosy skin, bright eyes and a genuine smile, she exudes positive energy and renewed vitality. Gaining weight in a balanced way not only strengthened his body, but also improved his vision, softening his features and restoring harmony to his appearance.
As his journey shows, when you prioritize your health, your confidence and charisma naturally return. Zhao Lusi’s recovery has become a touching reminder that true beauty shines brightest when well-being comes first.
Sources: K14
