Gulinazha's Endorsement of Fishing Game Sparks Fan Backlash, Manager Issues Apology

Recently, the famous actress Gulinazha faced intense backlash from her fanbase after securing an endorsement deal with a 'fishing game' (a genre often criticized in China for being associated with online gambling). Fans argued that such associations tarnish the actress's image.

Under significant public pressure, her manager issued an apology. However, the statement failed to address the core issue of contract termination, sparking further skepticism among netizens who view the apology as a mere PR move to mitigate fan anger without sacrificing the paycheck.

The comment section remains divided. While some suggest that breaking the contract would lead to massive financial penalties, others mock the situation with classic tropes about sleazy mobile game advertisements—comparing it to the infamous 'trashy' celebrity endorsements seen in low-quality browser games. Many users reiterated that games with 'in-game currency buy-back' features are essentially forms of gambling, regardless of the star power behind them.