The Impact of Alleged Involvement in the Yu Menglong Case: Song Yiren and Fan Shiqi Become Targets of Mass Boycotts in the Entertainment World

Kapanlagi.com - The sudden death of Chinese actor Yu Menglong or Alan Yu on September 11, 2025, shook the Asian entertainment world. Initially described as an accident due to "falling from an apartment after heavy drinking," the public refused to believe it. On social media, theories and accusations quickly emerged, dragging several public figures into the mix, including actress Song Yiren and actor Fan Shiqi.

Since then, both have faced immense pressure from the public and the industry. Many projects starring them have been halted, dramas withdrawn, and brands and television shows have ended their collaborations. The reactions from netizens have been extreme, ranging from mass cancellations of viewings to one-star spam attacks on entertainment platforms.

This phenomenon demonstrates how quickly the opinions of Chinese netizens can change a celebrity's career. In just a matter of days, two once-shining stars have suddenly "disappeared" from cast lists, broadcasts, and even online searches.

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1. The Death Case of Yu Menglong and the Beginning of the Controversy

Song Yiren and Fan Shiqi were boycotted after their names were implicated in the death case (credit: weibo)

Yu Menglong was reported to have died on September 11, 2025, after falling from a luxury apartment in Beijing. The police stated that the cause was due to a "party night that ended in heavy intoxication," but many fans found it suspicious. Rumors spread that there were 17 people involved, including several artists.

The names Song Yiren and Fan Shiqi emerged in online conversations on Weibo and Douban after several gossip accounts mentioned a connection between them and Yu Menglong's social circle. Since then, the issue of a boycott began to spread, triggering a chain reaction in the Chinese entertainment industry.

2. Song Yiren Becomes a Boycott Target, Her Drama Pulled

Song Yiren and Fan Shiqi were boycotted after their names were implicated in a death case (credit:instagram.com/yiren_s)

Song Yiren's career was immediately shaken. Her latest drama UNMET CLOUDS, UNMET YOU was pulled from the platform just two days after its release due to "mass reporting" from netizens. The popular variety show My Little Girl also removed all of her appearances.

Not only that, Song Yiren's profile on the Douban platform completely disappeared, indicating that she is now categorized as a "high-risk" artist. In the Chinese entertainment world, this status is almost equivalent to a "blacklist," making the chances of appearing on screen nearly impossible. Nevertheless, on October 23, 2025, she still managed to post a vacation photo on Weibo. Netizens viewed the post as a sign of calm, but it also sparked debate as it was considered "too relaxed amidst the crisis."

3. Fan Shiqi Bombarded with Criticism, Concert Canceled and Scenes Cut

Song Yiren and Fan Shiqi were boycotted after their names were implicated in a death case (credit:weibo)

Fan Shiqi's fate is equally heavy. After Yu Menglong's death, Fan posted a photo on Weibo on September 15, 2025, with the caption "A beautiful day to start something new." His comment section was flooded with criticism from Yu's fans, leading him to eventually disable it.

His latest drama Love's Ambition had a massive cut, reducing its original 90-minute duration to only about 50 minutes total. The promotional poster and the order of the cast names on Douban were also quietly removed. His solo concert in Chengdu themed Hot-Blooded Idiot, scheduled for October 18, 2025, has officially been canceled, with tickets refunded to the audience.

4. List of Fan Shiqi's Dramas Now at Risk of Cancellation

Song Yiren and Fan Shiqi are boycotted after their names were implicated in a death case (credit:weibo)

Almost all of Fan Shiqi's projects are now facing the risk of being canceled. The public has even launched a campaign on Weibo to give one-star ratings to every drama that still features his face.

Some of the affected projects include:

• Veil of Shadows - guest role, still editable.
• People in Beijing - minor role, currently being considered for removal.
• Dear Mr. Right - main role, filming completed three years ago, but the chances of airing are now almost nil.
• The Ingenious One Season 2 - one of the main cast, the public demands a replacement of his face using AI technology.
• Hai Xing, Bu Cuo - main role alongside Zhang Yishang and Roy Xie, the latest poster released in October 2025 but its release is now delayed without clarity.

Netizens have even dubbed them "shadow artists" because their presence seems to be erased from every project.

5. Wave of Mass Boycotts and Labels

Song Yiren and Fan Shiqi are boycotted after their names were implicated in a death case (credit:instagram.com/yiren_s)

Now, both Song Yiren and Fan Shiqi are said to have been placed on the list of high-risk artists. This means they will not appear on TV, in interviews, or in any promotional campaigns. The industry has chosen to "freeze" both of them to avoid reputational risk.

Several sources in the Chinese entertainment world say this move is similar to what Angelababy and Zhang Jiani experienced, where their careers temporarily sank after major controversies. Observers believe that public pressure in the digital era now plays a more decisive role in shaping artists' careers than decisions made by official institutions.

6. Popular Q&A about Yu Menglong

Q: What caused Song Yiren and Fan Shiqi to be boycotted?
A: Because both are said to have connections to the death case of actor Yu Menglong, although there is no concrete evidence to support these allegations.

Q: Were their dramas really removed?
A: Yes. Several dramas such as Unmet Clouds, Unmet You and Love's Ambition were pulled or edited to remove their scenes.

Q: What is the status of a high-risk artist in China?
A: This status indicates that the artist is considered to have a high reputation risk, leading to projects, broadcasts, and collaborations with them being halted without official announcement.

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