The talent show Sound Trek 2025 has entered its final competition stages, accompanied by increasing public discussion surrounding the performance of its judging panel. Singer Hua Chenyu, one of the program’s judges, recently became a central topic after temporarily stepping away from the show.
According to the production team, Hua Chenyu withdrew due to a previously scheduled concert tour, which had been arranged before the collaboration with the program. The team stated that the schedule conflict was within expectations; however, the timing of the departure coincided with heightened public attention, leading to various interpretations online.
Throughout the broadcast, Hua Chenyu’s judging style has drawn mixed reactions from viewers. Some commenters noted that although he debuted as a talent-show champion and has years of experience as a recording artist, his on-air feedback tended to be reserved and indirect, prompting debate over whether his judging approach met audience expectations. Others argued that differences in communication style are natural among judges and that his restrained manner should not be overly scrutinized.
Online discussions also compared him with other well-known artists such as Shang Wenjie, Tan Weiwei, Li Yuchun, and Jane Zhang, who have accumulated extensive experience on music variety programs. While some viewers felt that these artists are more outspoken or articulate in professional commentary, others cautioned against excessive comparisons, noting that a program’s reception depends on many factors beyond a single judge.
As Sound Trek 2025 continues to generate strong public interest—particularly regarding its judging panel—the production team has yet to release details about any potential adjustments for upcoming episodes.
