Often nicknamed “little Liu Yifei” for her extraordinary 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, it is now facing criticism after a recent promotional decision that many viewers believe undermines its natural appeal.
The controversy has emerged as Wang Churan’s next drama How dare you!? prepares for the broadcast. As part of the promotional campaign, cast members actively introduced their characters. Instead of filming a promotional video themselves, Wang Churan and his team decided to release an AI-generated clip.
Netizens quickly noticed that although the woman in the video was wearing the same costume as Wang Churan’s character in the drama, her face did not resemble the actress at all. Screenshots and clips of the AI-generated video began circulating online, sparking widespread criticism.
Spectators accused Wang Churan and his team of be unprofessionalunderlining it shooting a short promotional video wouldn’t have been difficult. Instead, the use of artificial intelligence has led to stiff, unnatural looking clip with awkward expressionswhich was still uploaded on 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 to be particularly sensitive given the ongoing debate in the entertainment industry over the use of artificial intelligence. Many netizens expressed frustration that Wang Churan seemed to use AI so casually, supporting him technology should not replace the genuine promotional efforts of the actors themselves.
The backlash not only affected Wang Churan’s growing reputation, but also spread How dare you!?. Some spectators began asking questions if the drama itself relies heavily on AI technology. Previously, the series had generated anticipation for its entertaining plot, with Wang Churan receiving praise for her beauty and natural acting. Now, however, online sentiment is reflecting growing doubts about the overall quality of production.
Sources: TP
