In the entertainment industry, playing big names has always been criticized, but recently, Donnie Yen, known as the "strongest in the universe" superstar, is inevitably exposed to playing big names.
Donnie Yen recently attended a brand event in Shenyang, and the organizers hired dozens of security guards to escort him like an emperor on a parade. These security guards were not only escorts, but also forcibly pushed fans and passers-by aside when opening the road, causing public outrage.
Judging from the footage taken by fans, there were almost no passers-by in sight, and the whole scene was almost surrounded by a crowd of black-pressed security guards. Rough estimates show that the number of security guards at the scene exceeded 100, far more than the fans and passers-by at the event. The originally spacious streets have been blocked by these security guards, making it impossible for local residents and pedestrians to pass normally. This move caused dissatisfaction among many netizens, believing that Donnie Yen's pomp and circumstance was unnecessary.
Faced with the accusation of playing big names, Donnie Yen quickly issued a response. He first admitted that he was surprised by such a large formation. But after communicating with the organizers, they said that the arrangements were to ensure his safety, so he had to accept this approach. He also apologized for the passers-by who were disturbed by security guards and provided an explanation for netizens, saying that these security guards were just staff members and that any responsibility should be borne by him and his team. This response not only defused the PR crisis, but also boosted his image and reputation.
It is understandable that the organizers provide so much security for Donnie Yen. In addition to external pomp and circumstance, they also have to ensure the safety of guests, especially some unexpected incidents that occurred before, which makes them pay more attention to security. Celebrities going out need to consider a variety of factors, and irrational fan star-chasing behavior also exacerbates this demand. Therefore, even entertainers who originally did not need much security may adopt a formation similar to the emperor's parade. The entertainment industry needs more sanity and order, and fans should also maintain a calm attitude towards the behavior of idols.