Recently, a set of dance practice photos of Zhao Lusi unexpectedly went viral online. In the pictures, she appears with striking red hair tied in a high ponytail, wearing a fitted light-gray outfit, fully focused on her dance training. Every turn and every movement looks clean and powerful, and her slender silhouette adds a strong sense of stage presence to the overall image.
Judging from the photos, they were originally meant to document her preparation process for the stage. The red hair moves with her motions, creating a sharp and confident look, while her posture and the extension of her limbs show clear signs of intensive training and careful practice.
However, instead of focusing only on her dedication and professionalism, some comments shifted their attention to her body shape, saying that she looks “too thin” or “lacking energy.” From a performance perspective, though, maintaining a certain figure is quite common for artists who need to handle physically demanding dance routines.
Many netizens also spoke up in her defense, pointing out that as a young actress in her twenties, giving up snacks and maintaining strict self-discipline for work already shows a high level of commitment. For celebrities, it often seems difficult to satisfy everyone: gaining a little weight leads to criticism for “not managing their figure,” while losing weight invites comments about being “too slim.”
Looking back at the photos themselves, Zhao Lusi’s sharp red-haired look and decisive movements clearly convey her focus and effort toward the stage. Rather than repeatedly magnifying details about her body, what may deserve more attention is the training and hard work behind this performance.
Stage styling is naturally different from everyday appearances, and every actor constantly adjusts themselves to achieve the best result. Yet even so, it is almost impossible to meet everyone’s expectations. The discussion around these practice photos, in a way, once again reflects the level of scrutiny and pressure that public figures have to face.
