Chinese actress Ma Sichun recently spoke candidly about her personal life during a podcast appearance, revealing that she is currently single and reflecting on how her views on relationships have changed over time. Her remarks quickly attracted widespread attention online, as fans revisited both her recent breakup and earlier high-profile romances.

During the conversation, Ma Sichun confirmed that she and musician Zhang Zhexuan had already ended their relationship. She explained that she no longer believes in exhausting herself trying to change another person. According to Ma Sichun, relationships should not require one partner to continuously give their emotional energy in hopes of transforming the other. If two people are not compatible, she said, it may be healthier to simply let the relationship end.

The topic of the breakup also brought renewed discussion about Zhang Zhexuan, who was previously involved in a controversial incident last year when he reportedly got into a late-night fight after drinking heavily and was taken to the emergency room. Although the situation was later described as a drunken altercation, the incident drew criticism from many online observers and intensified scrutiny surrounding the relationship.

Reflecting on her younger years, Ma Sichun admitted that she used to approach love with a very passionate mindset. In her twenties, she believed that love could overcome most obstacles and was willing to devote significant time and energy to supporting a partner. However, Ma Sichun now believes that constantly trying to change someone can be emotionally draining and unrealistic.

Her comments also reminded many viewers of her earlier relationship with actor Oho Ou. The two met while filming the movie The Left Ear, and their romance became widely known during a period when Ma Sichun’s career was rapidly rising, including her award-winning performance in SoulMate. At the time, Ma Sichun was often seen publicly supporting her partner’s work, which fans later interpreted as a sign of how deeply she invested in her relationships.

Now focusing more on her career and personal well-being, Ma Sichun said she does not feel pressured by being single. Instead, she emphasized that emotional independence can be equally fulfilling. Looking ahead, Ma Sichun noted that if she enters another relationship in the future, she will likely view it with a more practical perspective, including whether the partnership could realistically lead to marriage.