Chinese actress Bai Lu (白鹿) is reported to be pursuing criminal charges against rampant online defamation and slander after becoming independent from her agency, Huanyu Entertainment, attracting significant attention.

Bai Lu's exclusive contract with Huanyu Entertainment, which lasted approximately 10 years, expired at the end of May 2026. Subsequently, Bai Lu established her own agency and reorganized her staff. According to multiple entertainment-related accounts, the top priority after the agency's launch is taking legal action against malicious posts on all platforms. It is stated that criminal proceedings for defamation, rather than traditional civil lawsuits, will be adopted.

This response is being described in the industry as "the most powerful response in history," not only due to the procedural toughness but also because it has broadened its scope to include not just those who post rumors but also those who spread them. Bai Lu's side has explicitly stated that it "will not accept any form of settlement," and is steadfastly demanding both compensation for damages and a public apology from infringers.

Recently, the defamation against Bai Lu occurred concerning her words and actions on the variety show "Keep Running." Malicious video clips and editing resulted in content such as "rule violations" and "disrespect towards senior actors," which were then spread on social media. As a result, an estimated 300,000 fans have left, and her starring works also seem to have been negatively affected.

Industry insiders analyze that the reason Bai Lu is facing defamation is due to her remarkable success in four areas—drama, variety shows, fashion, and advertising—which has deprived her rival celebrities of opportunities, leading to a negative campaign attack.

With the declaration of the lawsuit issued immediately after the start of streaming for her starring historical drama "Mo Li," attention will remain fixed on this matter. (Translation/Editing: RR)