The 8X-generation actress is facing declining performance and reputation, while her peers like Zhao Liying and Liu Yifei continue to shine.
Yang Mi remains loyal to historical dramas, but her attempts at serious roles have yet to succeed. Critics and audiences alike note her lack of natural expression.
Yang Mi released several projects in 2024, but none were successful (Photo: Sina).
In 2024, the actress debuted three major works: Harbin 1944, Fox Spirit Little Red Bride, and Nothing a Hot Pot Can’t Fix. Unfortunately, all three projects flopped.
Fox Spirit Little Red Bride: Moonlight Crimson Sky was expected to be one of China’s blockbuster TV series of 2024, boasting a large budget and starring Yang Mi alongside Gong Jun. However, viewership declined with each episode, making it a box office bomb.
Audiences found the chemistry between Yang Mi and Gong Jun disappointing. The lead actress’s styling also sparked controversy. Many argued that the nearly 40-year-old star looked too old to convincingly portray an innocent, youthful character.
With Harbin 1944, Yang Mi was criticized for taking on a role beyond her capabilities. This was considered a heavy drama marking her shift in script selection, demanding complex expressions. She portrayed a cunning spy but received backlash for overacting when the show aired.
The film Nothing a Hot Pot Can’t Fix also faced negative feedback, with producers withdrawing from theaters due to dismal box office returns.
Born in 1986, Yang Mi boasts millions of fans but hasn’t excelled as an actress (Photo: Epoch Times).
In May 2024, Yang Mi walked the red carpet at the Cannes Film Festival in France. Attending Cannes as a supporting actress in the movie Twin Flames, the 8X-generation beauty was described as timid and lacking confidence.
Sina commented: “Yang Mi’s face appeared tense as she walked the international red carpet.”
QQ added: “Perhaps attending Cannes with Twin Flames was a mistake for Yang Mi. Domestically, she may be famous and widely recognized, but on the international stage, she didn’t stand out. Her hesitation said it all.”
According to Sina, Yang Mi has a massive fanbase and undeniable physical appeal but hasn’t succeeded much in acting.
Yang Mi (born 1986) began acting at age four and gained fame through projects like The Return of the Condor Heroes (2006), Beauty’s Ruse, Chinese Paladin 3, Scarlet Heart, Tiny Times, Sword of Legends, and Three Lives Three Worlds…
In 2022, she ranked among China’s top 10 celebrities and surpassed 100 million followers on social media. Trusted by numerous brands, she became the face of several high-profile companies.
The actress is also a shareholder in 10 companies. After years in the entertainment industry, Yang Mi’s estimated net worth is 4.5 billion CNY (over 15 trillion VND).
Yang Mi prioritizes her career over romance (Photo: Sina).
Since 2024, insiders revealed that Yang Mi has grown tired of romantic or historical costume dramas. She now seeks challenging roles in niche, dramatic films requiring deeper acting skills.
However, Chinese media noted that her transition hasn’t been successful.
At the end of March, Yang Mi’s new film Life Flourishes is set to premiere. Her co-star is actor Ou Hao. Life Flourishes marks another step in Yang Mi’s acting evolution and script choices, as she embraces unglamorous makeup to play a rural woman.
Life Flourishes follows the tumultuous life of Ninh Tú Tú (played by Yang Mi), the daughter of a landlord in a poor countryside village. On the eve of her wedding, Tú Tú is kidnapped by bandits demanding a hefty ransom. Her father refuses to pay to protect his wealth and instead arranges for her younger sister to marry in her place.
When Ninh Tú Tú escapes and returns home, she faces her father’s coldness. This leads to a major conflict, culminating in Tú Tú cutting ties with him and marrying Phong, a farmer with “big feet” (played by Ou Hao), starting a new chapter in her life.
Life Flourishes is seen as a project to revive Yang Mi’s acting career. Additionally, the film sparks interest as it coincides with Zhao Liying’s Among Mortals, creating an intriguing showdown between the two actresses.
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