Fan Bingbing sparks controversy over film role

Actress Fan Bingbing is facing social media controversy following the release of clips from the Japanese film ‘Diary of a Mad Old Man’, directed by Wayne Wang. The film, based on the novel by Junichiro Tanizaki, depicts a complex and taboo relationship between a daughter-in-law and her elderly father-in-law.

Viewers have expressed shock and criticism regarding the provocative nature of the scenes, particularly those involving the character Taizi, played by Fan. While the film has been recognized as an artistic work at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), its psychological themes and controversial subject matter have sparked significant debate among netizens regarding the actress's career choices.