Recently, a popular variety show "Sister Riding the Wind and Waves" has not yet been broadcast, but one of the guests, Liu Yan, unexpectedly appeared on the hot search list because of an interview.
This time, she appeared in the public eye with a different image from the past, which made people can't help but re-examine the actress who was once known for her "sexy" label.
Liu Yan's road to fame can be described as full of twists and turns. In the early days, she cooperated with Dapeng in the web drama "XX Man", which made her famous in one fell swoop.
But at the same time, it also labeled her a "sexy" label that is difficult to tear off. This label is like a double-edged sword, which has brought her popularity and made her suffer from it in her acting career.
Liu Yan once admitted in an interview that he is very resistant to being described as "sexy".
However, in the vanity fair of the entertainment industry, such labels seem unavoidable.
She has been ridiculed many times because of this label, and has even been treated unfairly on some occasions.
In 2016, Liu Yan was invited to attend the wedding of his friend Bao Bell, which was supposed to be an event full of joy and blessings.
However, a scene that happened at the wedding made Liu Yan still have palpitations.
In the wedding game arranged by Bao Bell, Liu Yan was lifted up by the groomsmen and thrown to the pool, she was wearing a light-colored bandeau gown, which was very easy to walk away, and her face was full of dazed and helpless.
Although she screamed loudly to resist, many people at the scene chose to pick up their mobile phones to take pictures or videos, and no one stepped forward to stop her.
Fortunately, her friend Jia Ling stood up in time to save Liu Yan and used her body to cover the parts that were easy to go light.
However, the direction of public opinion after the incident was a big surprise. A video titled "Trouble with bridesmaids, bad marriage customs, shameless men, lustful men" circulated online, sparking public discussion.
As a victim, Liu Yan has become the focus of public opinion, and some people even accuse her of hype.
In the end, Liu Yan had to stand up and apologize to Bao Bell, saying that he had affected his friend's wedding, which made people sigh at the complexity and cruelty of the entertainment industry.
Similar to Liu Yan's experience is Zhao Yihuan. She also debuted as a "sexy" image for starring in the "Adolescence" series of web dramas, but her situation is completely different from Liu Yan.
Zhao Yihuan later participated in a physical competition show "Unstoppable", and proved with his strength that he was not a useless "vase", and successfully broke the sexy personality.
Returning to Liu Yan's interview, she talked about her thoughts on the "sexy" label on the show.
She said there was a reason why Dapeng was only allowed to tease her. In front of Dapeng, she felt respected.
Every time Dapeng teased her, it was out of the need for movie promotion, and he would consult with her in advance and ask for her opinion.
This interaction, based on respect and understanding, makes Liu Yan feel comfortable and at ease.
In addition, Dapeng also provided Liu Yan with an opportunity to vent his depression in his movie "Beneficiary".
This film allowed Liu Yan to express the ridicule and misunderstanding he had received over the years in the form of art and release the pressure in his heart.
Looking at Liu Yan's acting career, the twists and turns and troubles she has experienced can't help but sigh.
However, she has also found her own direction and value through continuous hard work and perseverance.
She has proved with her strength and actions that she is not only an actress who relies on "sexy" to get out of the circle, but also a thoughtful, talented, and dignified artist.
In this interview, Liu Yan recounted his experiences and feelings in a plain and firm tone.
Her words reveal her helplessness about the reality of the entertainment industry and her desire for respect and understanding.
Her honesty and truthfulness make people feel her strength and bravery, and it also makes people look forward to her going further and better on the road of acting in the future.