Victoria Song, once hailed as a “top traffic star” in the Chinese entertainment world, appears to be facing a downturn in her career. After debuting in 2009 with SM Entertainment’s girl group f(x), Victoria gained popularity for her multifaceted talents across singing, dancing, acting, and hosting. Her image as a global star was reinforced by a strong fanbase in both South Korea and China, leading to major brand deals and high-profile drama roles.
However, recent years have painted a different picture.
In the music arena, her solo debut album VICTORIA (2020) failed to live up to the hype. While visually well-produced, the album received lukewarm feedback, with criticisms focusing on her weak vocal delivery and reliance on post-production. Reviewers described it as “decent, but forgettable,” casting doubt on her viability as a serious solo artist.
Her follow-up single Chu Shou (2023) landed even more quietly, barely making waves on streaming platforms or social media—a stark contrast to her earlier visibility.
“Releasing music with no impact only reinforces the notion that she can’t compete in today’s demanding C-pop landscape,” commented one netizen.
Things aren’t better in the acting department. Her sci-fi film Per Aspera Ad Astra, once expected to mark her leap to serious cinema, remains unreleased despite having wrapped filming long ago. The reason cited? Extended post-production—though fans speculate other issues may be at play. The project, once heavily promoted, is now caught in limbo with no release date in sight.
Television isn’t offering a lifeline either. A slew of her dramas, including Flowers Bloom, No Sorrow Seen, and Wild Flower, remain in post-production purgatory. Though listed on platforms like Douban, these titles have yet to air or even release trailers, raising further questions about her marketability and the confidence producers have in her name value.
Despite retaining her star power and name recognition, Victoria currently lacks a signature hit that defines her post-idol era. Multiple “shelved” projects and low-impact releases have led many to wonder whether her “top star” label still holds weight in today’s ultra-competitive industry.
As the entertainment landscape grows more saturated and fast-paced, being popular is no longer enough. Victoria’s career illustrates a harsh reality: even former idols with massive fanbases must continuously prove their worth through impactful works. Without a breakout comeback, she risks being remembered more for past glories than present achievements.