# Career trajectory of actress Zhao Lusi

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/career-trajectory-of-actress-zhao-lusi
> Updated: 2026-09-04T05:00:00.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2.

Chinese actress Zhao Lusi has transitioned from facing professional instability to expanding her industry influence. In mid-2026, her career was marked by challenges including health concerns, management disputes, and the discontinuation of the project ‘The Lover’, which led to public criticism and a lack of new film projects.

By September 2026, Zhao appeared to be diversifying her professional activities. She is reportedly moving into production by potentially investing in the dark comedy series ‘Farewell Letters’, an adaptation of a novel by Kirstin Gill. This new project is expected to begin filming in Chengdu in October.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-04: Zhao Lusi expands career through film investment and lifestyle interest

Actress Zhao Lusi is making bold career moves by reportedly investing in her upcoming film project, ‘Farewell Letters’, while her luxury Chengdu residence also draws public attention.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/zhao-lusi-expands-career-through-film-investment-and-lifestyle-interest

### 2026-08-16: Zhao Lusi and Vien Bang Nghien face career challenges

Chinese actresses Zhao Lusi and Vien Bang Nghien, once seen as successors to Zhao Liying, face career setbacks involving project cancellations, management disputes, and tax scandals.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/zhao-lusi-and-vien-bang-nghien-face-career-challenges

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