Overseasidol.com — On September 25, China’s National Radio and Television Administration (NRTA) held a press conference to announce revisions to the Television Drama Management Regulations.
Deputy Director Han Dong emphasized the “Three Firm Resolutions,” which include firmly preventing excessive entertainment, strictly curbing sky-high salaries, and resolutely rejecting artists involved in misconduct or illegal activities.
The updated rules highlight three groups that will face resistance. These include individuals with criminal records such as drug use, prostitution, or tax evasion, those who breach public morals, and performers with problematic political stances.
The NRTA also set clear restrictions on actor salaries. The total cast payment must not exceed 40% of a production’s budget, and lead actors may receive no more than 70% of that total.
Officials said the goal is to restore market order and build a healthier entertainment environment.
The announcement comes amid a string of celebrity controversies. Taiwanese actor Chu Chung-heng was replaced in a Beijing stage play after protests over his past drug record.
Hong Kong singer William So saw his Wenzhou concert canceled due to a 23-year-old drug case.
Chinese actor Li Yifeng was banned from the industry after a prostitution scandal and now faces overseas contract penalties worth 49.9 million yuan.
Still, some netizens questioned whether the enforcement standards are consistent. They pointed out that stars such as Zhang Han and Nicholas Tse, who were previously involved in controversial legal cases, remain active in the industry.
It has been reported that actor Zhang Han was previously involved in an incident where he dragged a traffic police officer.
Nicholas Tse was also previously involved in a car accident, but remains active in the entertainment industry.
This debate continues to spark public discussion about fairness in regulation.
