Overseasidol.com — A recent variety show appearance by Huang Zitao and Xu Yiyang has triggered widespread discussion online.
The two were acting out a playful scenario often described as “arguing at the bedside but reconciling by the foot of the bed” portraying a couple who quarrels yet quickly makes up.
However, a brief moment in which Huang Zitao lightly tapped Xu Yiyang’s face during the performance became the center of controversy.
During the scene, Huang Zitao appeared to gently slap Xu Yiyang as part of the dramatic exchange.
Although it seemed clearly staged and done in a comedic context, some viewers felt the gesture was inappropriate for broadcast.
The clip quickly circulated on social media, sparking debate about whether the action was harmless acting or an unnecessary physical gesture.
Addressing the issue with humor, Huang Zitao responded that viewers did not see the part where Xu Yiyang had “slapped” him first during the skit.
He jokingly remarked that it was a rare chance to “get even” on a variety show, drawing laughter from those present at the recording.
Xu Yiyang, for her part, matched the scene with a surprised expression as scripted.
Once the segment ended, the two immediately broke into laughter, signaling that the interaction was purely theatrical and not reflective of any real tension between them.
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