# Hong Kong actresses discuss mental health and bullying > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/hong-kong-actresses-discuss-mental-health-and-bullying > Updated: 2026-10-20T06:00:00.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2. Hong Kong actresses Kariane Kong and Kara Wai have shared personal accounts regarding mental health challenges stemming from professional pressures and public scrutiny. Kariane Kong detailed an emotional breakdown experienced approximately ten years ago following roles in ‘Glamour and Greed’ and ‘Triumph in the Skies II’. She attributed this distress to severe online criticism of her acting, which necessitated professional psychiatric assistance. Kong noted that her reputation has since improved among fans. Kara Wai disclosed past struggles with depression and panic disorder. She cited cyberbullying from viewers criticizing her age during the filming of ‘Sky of Love II’, as well as workplace isolation and factionalism during her transition from ATV to TVB. Wai described experiencing physical symptoms such as insomnia and tremors, eventually finding recovery through Buddhist teachings and professional support. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-20: Hong Kong actress Kara Wai discusses mental health struggles and workplace bullying Veteran Hong Kong actress Kara Wai revealed she suffered from depression and panic attacks due to online bullying and workplace isolation during her career transitions. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/hong-kong-actress-kara-wai-discusses-mental-health-struggles-and-workplace-bullying ### 2026-10-16: Kariane Kong reflects on career struggles and mental health Actress Kariane Kong discusses her career evolution, overcoming past cyberbullying and mental health struggles, and her upcoming challenging role in the new TVB drama ‘City of Splendour’. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kariane-kong-reflects-on-career-struggles-and-mental-health --- Cite as: Hong Kong actresses discuss mental health and bullying. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/hong-kong-actresses-discuss-mental-health-and-bullying