Overseasidol.com — On the latest episode of the reality show “Daughters and Mothers”, aired on June 10, actresses Huang Shengyi, Cheng Xiao, and Li Jiage engaged in a thought-provoking conversation about living together before marriage.
This topic that quickly went viral across Chinese social media platforms Weibo.
When asked about their stance on pre-marital cohabitation, Cheng Xiao and Li Jiage both expressed their support, suggesting that it helps couples understand each other’s daily habits before tying the knot.
Huang Shengyi, however, took a more traditional view, saying she does not favor the idea, especially from a woman’s perspective.
“Speaking from personal experience,” Huang stated, “I don’t think living together before marriage brings any real benefit to women. In fact, it could work against them.”
She went on to emphasize that marriage is meant to protect women’s interests, and any steps taken toward such a commitment should be well thought out.
“If a woman gives the signal too soon that she’s open to cohabiting, then honestly, which man would say no? Most would gladly accept,” she explained.
Huang’s candid remarks ignited a wave of online discussion, some praised her for advocating women’s self-respect and cautious commitment, while others felt Cheng Xiao and Li Jiage’s perspective better reflects modern relationship dynamics.
