Overseasidol.com — Chinese actors He Changxi and He Yanzhao became one of the biggest talking points at the 79th Cannes Film Festival after making a high-profile appearance together on the red carpet.
Their appearance quickly attracted global attention, with many fans calling it a historic moment for the Chinese Boys’ Love (danmei) entertainment industry.
The duo attended the festival as special film recommendation ambassadors and walked side by side during the Cannes opening ceremony on May 13, 2026.
Unlike many Chinese celebrities who usually attend international events as representatives of luxury fashion or beauty brands, He Changxi and He Yanzhao appeared on behalf of the drama project they starred in, the popular series Sammy’s Children’s Day.
Their attendance is widely considered a milestone, as they became the first Chinese danmei drama pairing officially invited to walk together on the Cannes red carpet.
The moment was seen by many as a significant breakthrough for Asian BL productions on the international film stage.
Their coordinated black-and-white fashion also became a major highlight.
He Changxi wore a white suit decorated with lily embroidery and flowing ribbon details, while He Yanzhao appeared in a black suit accented with a black-and-gold iris brooch.
International media praised their styling as a modern representation of Eastern elegance.
The pair received strong media exposure throughout the event.
Official Cannes broadcast cameras reportedly followed them on the red carpet for nearly six minutes, making it one of the longest live spotlight moments for first-time Chinese attendees at the festival.
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