Mainland Chinese star Liu Yifei, aged 37, along with Huawei executive Richard Yu Chengdong, 55, have refuted claims of a romantic affair, following rampant speculation ignited by their recent digital exchanges.
The chatter started when Yu, Huawei’s Executive Director and Chairman of the Consumer Business Group, shared a video on his personal Weibo account on March 8, celebrating International Women’s Day. The clip showcased a ‘yellow rose car’ inspired by the Luxeed i R7, a model under the Huawei brand.
The mention of yellow roses quickly garnered attention due to its link with Liu Yifei, who has experienced a resurgence in fame for her portrayal of ‘Huang Yimei’ in The Tale of Rose. Liu responded to Yu’s post with a ‘like,’ leading netizens to connect the dots between the two.
The actress had earlier shared pictures of yellow roses on her Weibo account, amplifying the speculation.
- Ukraine Offers Low-Cost Drones to Help U.S. and Middle East Counter Iranian Threats
Ukraine is offering its battle-tested, low-cost drone interceptors to assist the U.S. and Middle Eastern countries in defending against Iranian Shahed drones, providing an efficient alternative to expensive Patriot missile systems. - APGA Says It Will Not Field 2027 Presidential Candidate
The All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) says it will not present a presidential candidate in the 2027 election and may adopt President Bola Ahmed Tinubu if he secures the APC nomination. - Tinubu Administration Has Borrowed More Than Others – Dele Momodu
Former PDP presidential aspirant Dele Momodu says President Bola Tinubu’s government has taken unprecedented loans, raising concerns over budget management and fiscal accountability. - Trump Says U.S. Must Help Choose Iran’s Next Leader, Rejects Mojtaba Khamenei
In an interview with Axios, U.S. President Donald Trump says he wants a role in selecting Iran’s next supreme leader after the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, calling the likely successor “unacceptable.” President Donald Trump has said he believes the United States should have a role in determining who will lead Iran after the death… Read more: Trump Says U.S. Must Help Choose Iran’s Next Leader, Rejects Mojtaba Khamenei - Oluremi Tinubu Urges Nigerians to Drop ‘Entitlement Mentality.
Nigeria’s First Lady Oluremi Tinubu calls on citizens to abandon entitlement mentality and embrace responsibility, unity, and integrity during an interfaith Ramadan and Lent gathering.
In his caption, Yu expressed: ‘A vehicle owner adorned the Luxeed i R7 with roses. It felt incredibly warm and romantic. I have prepared a gift for everyone—wishing you all a ‘rose’ filled with joy and ‘rosy’ energies.’
Adding to the mystery, Liu and Yu have apparently followed each other on Weibo, and their interactions have sparked rumors of a covert romance. The topic trended widely online, with many guessing at the nature of their relationship.
On March 11, Yu addressed the rumors, denying any romantic link with Liu. In a statement to Chinese media outlet Titanium Media, he clarified, ‘I’ve never even met her.’ Meanwhile, sources indicate that Liu might become a brand ambassador for Huawei’s Luxeed cars, which could clarify their public engagements. However, this potential partnership has yet to be officially confirmed.
Liu, often dubbed the ‘Fairy Sister’ for her elegant public persona, has kept her personal life quite private. Her only publicly acknowledged relationship was with South Korean actor Song Seung-heon.
Liu’s reputation has largely remained untarnished by scandals, making the recent rumors particularly significant.