Liu Xiaoqing: I Can Handle Any Role, Responding to Controversy Over Playing a Teenager at 71

Liu Xiaoqing, a Chinese film and television superstar, has won the hearts and respect of countless audiences through classic works such as 'Xiao Hua,' 'Dream of the Red Chamber,' and 'Empress Dowager Cixi.'

At the age of 71, Liu Xiaoqing once again plays a teenage character in the latest TV drama 'Ice and Snow Sniper 2,' sparking widespread controversy. The actor portraying her character's father is even 18 years younger than her, which is hard for people to accept.

Some netizens commented, 'First, we had Jiang Wenli playing a young girl, now Liu Xiaoqing playing a teenager. Is the entertainment industry lacking young actors?'

Others remarked, 'How can we prove she is still young?'

In response to the criticism, Liu Xiaoqing's past interview was dug up, providing insight into her mindset. She expressed great confidence in her appearance, believing that there is no role she cannot handle.

'I perform well because I'm excellent, and I feel young from the inside out. I haven't undergone plastic surgery or artificial means. This is my natural state, not pretending or trembling...'

'If I haven't portrayed a particular character before, then I'll take on that role. Now, I believe there are actually very few roles I cannot handle, whether they are old or young, positive or negative, beautiful or ugly—I can do it all.'

In addition, Liu Xiaoqing posted a video that seemed to be a retort to the netizens, stating that being a person is difficult, being a woman is difficult, and being a successful and beautiful woman is even more challenging.

Soon, the comment section turned chaotic as netizens uploaded clips of her playing a teenage character. Interestingly, Liu Xiaoqing swiftly deleted the post, indicating her concern about public opinions.

Some even compared Jiang Wenli and Liu Xiaoqing, leading to a newfound appreciation for Jiang Wenli, as she did not play an 18-year-old girl like Liu Xiaoqing.