The dignity of the artist was trampled on, Zhang Shaohan performed "diluted" rumors, and the lawyer was held accountable
On April 30, 2023, singer Zhang Shaohan held the "Time Classic Concert" in Kunshan. During the performance, Zhang Shaohan suddenly felt unwell, but still insisted on completing the whole performance. The next day, some netizens broke the news that Zhang Shaohan was "strained" that night, and the audience in the front row was smoked. The rumor spread quickly online, causing serious personal attacks and insults to Zhang.
In the face of rumors and personal attacks on the Internet, Zhang Shaohan responded quickly. On May 1, Zhang Shaohan's studio issued a report to be safe, saying that Zhang Shaohan suddenly had acute gastroenteritis complicated by high fever that night, but she still insisted on completing the whole performance, showing her high responsibility and professionalism to her fans.
The rumors didn't stop there. On the contrary, some netizens began to question and attack Zhang Shaohan's character and professional ethics, and the situation was out of control for a while. Zhang Shaohan could no longer tolerate such insults and slander, so he commissioned a law firm to issue a solemn statement on May 3.
The statement pointed out that some Internet users fabricated false information such as "Zhang Shaohan lazi" and publicly released it, personally attacking and insulting Zhang Shaohan, which has constituted an infringement of the right to reputation. The statement said that Zhang Shaohan will file a lawsuit and resolutely pursue the legal responsibility of relevant personnel.
As a professional singer, it is normal for Zhang Shaohan to have a physical condition during the performance, and the audience should be understanding and tolerant. But netizens not only distorted and fabricated this fact, but also publicly insulted Zhang Shaohan's personal dignity, which has seriously crossed the bottom line. As a public figure, artists need to accept a certain degree of public opinion supervision, but they must not tolerate abuse and personal attacks. Maintaining the basic personal dignity of artists is the least social morality.
Zhang Shaohan's rights protection actions have aroused widespread concern and discussion in society. Some netizens expressed their understanding and support, believing that the basic personal dignity of artists should be protected by law and should not be abused and personally attacked. They condemned netizens who fabricated rumors and posted insulting remarks, and called for a civilized and orderly Internet environment.
Other netizens took a different view. They believe that artists, as public figures, should pay extra attention to their own image in public places to avoid affecting the audience's viewing experience. Even in the case of physical disorders, artists should maintain professionalism and not let themselves go. According to this view, Zhang Shaohan's approach lacks professional ethics, so it is inevitable that it will be questioned online.
Some netizens also pointed out that artists are humans rather than machines after all, and it is normal for them to have occasional situations. The important thing is that the artist showed a responsible attitude towards the work and insisted on completing the whole performance. Those netizens who fabricate rumors and make personal attacks are the ones who lack basic qualities.
Regardless of the point of view, this incident has aroused widespread concern about the protection of artists' rights and interests. Many netizens called for relevant departments to increase efforts to curb uncivilized behaviors such as online abuse and personal attacks, and create a good working environment for artists.
In addition to the problems of the online environment, this incident also reflects the artist's own shortcomings in shaping his public image. Some senior practitioners in the entertainment industry pointed out that as public figures, artists should improve their awareness of self-management and pay attention to their own public image building.
During the performance, if there is a physical condition, the artist should take timely countermeasures to avoid affecting the audience experience. If the situation is severe, you can also consider interrupting the performance instead of blindly sticking to it. The purpose of the audience to buy tickets is to enjoy high-quality performances, not to watch the artists "hold on".
In the face of public opinion, the artist's public relations team should also respond and explain in a timely manner, rather than choosing to ignore or confront. It is wise to resolve conflicts through positive communication. If you are personally attacked and abused, it will be more powerful and persuasive to consider legal measures.
This does not mean that artists should fully cater to the unreasonable demands of netizens. On the contrary, artists should adhere to principles, maintain professionalism, and win respect with excellent work and good professional ethics. Only in this way can we truly establish a good public image and win the understanding and support of the public.
This incident warns all parties that the governance of the online environment needs to be strengthened urgently, and the self-management awareness of artists also needs to be improved. Only by mutual understanding and mutual respect can we build a civilized and orderly network environment and entertainment ecology.