Yang Yang left filming unexpectedly, was "banned" from acting, and fans demanded a boycott.

Sina Entertainment reported that actor Yang Yang, who had just attended the filming commencement ceremony for the TV project "Unyielding the Jiangshan," unexpectedly left the set shortly afterward, causing fans to become extremely angry and accuse the production team. Earlier, during the filming commencement ceremony on February 22nd, observant fans noticed signs of injury to Yang Yang's eyes and hands. Images of the actor with small bandages and a tired expression quickly spread on social media. This raised questions about his health and the level of safety measures implemented by the film crew during filming.

Notably, according to some sources from the set, during Yang Yang's absence, the film crew continued shooting scenes without his direct participation. There were even reports that the crew planned to use AI-powered floor plan manipulation technology to replace him, in order to save time and production costs. This information immediately sparked intense controversy. The project "Unyielding the Jiangshan" is also embroiled in controversy regarding its script.

Some sources claim that the production team used a new version of the script that "downplayed" the male lead, increasing screen time and emphasis for the two supporting male characters. This change is said to have caused the character Li Chi, played by Yang Yang, to lose its original vitality and appeal. Following this news, Yang Yang's fan community reacted strongly. Many fans urged him to consider withdrawing from the project to avoid damaging his long-term reputation.

Some fan groups even declared they would not carry out their usual support activities, such as displaying promotional banners, running data campaigns, or producing PR videos for the film, unless the situation was clarified. Furthermore, Yang Yang's fans expressed their displeasure at the production team inviting comedian Hou Ban to participate in the project. Previously, Hou Ban had posted videos mocking the actor, which fans found offensive. They argued that inviting an artist who had previously made unfavorable statements or posted content about the male lead was tactless and even diminished the quality of the cast.

Amidst the controversy, the production team has issued a statement affirming that the character Li Chi, played by Yang Yang, remains central to the entire story. The crew stated that they poured much effort into developing this character and denied allegations of a "yin-yang script" or arbitrarily increasing screen time for supporting roles. The production team also pledged to prioritize the health and safety of the actors during filming. However, the producers' reassurances have not completely allayed the fans' anxieties.

Some fans continue to express their desire for Yang Yang to refuse to reprise the project if the working environment doesn't improve. They argue that the rest of the cast lacks the necessary charisma to carry a major film alongside him, while the initial management controversies have already somewhat eroded public trust. In the increasingly competitive entertainment industry, every project choice can have a significant impact on an artist's career. For Yang Yang, "Unyielding the Jiangshan" was considered a crucial step in a new phase of his career.

However, the intense controversies from the very first day of filming made the film's journey incredibly challenging. Wang Chu Ran's embarrassing moment leaves netizens blushing with shame. Recently, actress Wang Churan, once dubbed "Little Liu Yifei," became the center of attention on social media when she appeared at a major entertainment event. Her behavior, deemed inappropriate, sparked much controversy.