Chinese actress Bai Lu has sparked heated discussion online after confronting alleged sasaeng fans who reportedly followed her vehicle from the airport during a private schedule. Footage of the roadside standoff quickly spread across social media, pushing related keywords to the top of trending searches.
Bai Lu, who has solidified her popularity in recent years with hit dramas such as One and Only , Feud, and the recently buzzworthy Unveil: Jadewind, was reportedly trailed by a suspicious vehicle shortly after departing the airport.
According to circulating clips, the actress appeared visibly distressed as the car continued to follow her. At one point, she abruptly stopped by the roadside, stepped out of her vehicle, and attempted to confront the individuals involved. Witnesses described her expression as clearly angered and frustrated as she looked around in an effort to identify the pursuers. Unable to locate them, she eventually returned to her car. Observers noted that she forcefully flung her scarf upon getting back inside, a gesture many fans interpreted as a release of pent-up anger and exhaustion.
The topic “Bai Lu gets out of car to catch sasaeng” rapidly climbed trending charts on Weibo. Netizens overwhelmingly condemned the invasive behavior, emphasizing that such actions cannot be justified as fan enthusiasm. Comments such as “Sasaengs are not fans,” “Following someone’s car is illegal,” and “Respect artists’ private lives” dominated discussion threads.
Following the incident, Bai Lu’s studio promptly released an official statement condemning the alleged illegal tailing, stalking, and unauthorized filming during her private schedule. The agency stressed that such behavior constitutes a serious violation of privacy and poses significant risks to personal and traffic safety. They announced that legal action remains under consideration and demanded the immediate cessation of infringing acts, as well as the deletion of any illegally obtained footage. The company also vowed to strengthen security measures moving forward.
Producer Yu Zheng, who manages Bai Lu, personally addressed the issue in the comment section. He revealed that the individuals involved were reportedly two minors aged 12 and 13, and that their parents had been contacted. While acknowledging the young age of those involved, Yu Zheng stated that he personally favors handling the matter seriously, though final decisions regarding penalties would fall under police jurisdiction. For now, he emphasized that the priority is ensuring the actress receives proper rest and emotional support.
The incident has once again reignited debate over sasaeng culture and celebrity privacy in the Chinese entertainment industry. While stars like Bai Lu continue to enjoy immense popularity, the darker side of fandom — including stalking and invasive tracking — remains a persistent concern.
As public support continues to pour in, many hope stricter measures will be implemented to protect artists from similar harassment in the future.
Sources: SETN,Weibo,Studio statement