Golden Eagle Awards nominations spark debate over eligibility

The 33rd Golden Eagle Awards nominations have sparked significant debate regarding eligibility and judging criteria. Actress Yang Mi, starring in the high-rated drama ‘Sheng Wan Wu’, failed to secure a nomination for Best Actress despite the series receiving four nominations, including Best Television Series. Observers note that the awards have increased the weight of professional judges to 60%, reducing the influence of audience voting, which may explain why high-popularity actors are missing from the final lists.

Additionally, actress Liu Yifei was excluded from the Best Actress category for her role in ‘The Rose Story’. While the series was nominated for Best Television Series, Liu’s eligibility for individual acting awards is restricted by Golden Eagle Award regulations, which require contestants to hold Chinese nationality. This rule, in place since 2006, affects Liu due to her US citizenship, a fact that has led to renewed public discussion regarding the intersection of nationality and professional recognition in the industry.