Wang Yibo & Xiao Zhan: Fighting for Entertainment Industry Reform After a Friend's Tragic Scream

The Tragic Revelation

• 💡 A voice note containing the alleged final scream of actor Yu Menglong circulated among his closest friends.
• 💔 Wang Yibo and Xiao Zhan were deeply affected, learning of Yu Menglong's hidden struggles with mounting pressures, tangled contracts, and inhumane schedules in the entertainment industry.
• 📌 Yu Menglong, known for his warmth, had previously supported both Wang Yibo and Xiao Zhan during their own career difficulties, forging a deep bond.

Uncovering Dark Truths

• 😡 Initially, Wang Yibo and Xiao Zhan were filled with anger at the system and themselves for not recognizing their friend's suffering sooner.
• 🔍 They meticulously investigated behind the scenes, contacting lawyers, investigative journalists, and former crew members to uncover the truth.
• ⚠️ Their investigation revealed a grim reality of forced labor contracts, career threats, and psychological pressure trapping young artists.

A Call for Industry Change

• 🎤 Wang Yibo and Xiao Zhan made a bold decision to appear at a secret press conference organized by Yu Menglong's family.
• 📜 They read an open letter calling for reform, emphasizing the need for management companies to prioritize artists' mental health and for production teams to respect limits.
• 📣 Their actions sparked the "Yu Menglong effect," leading to new government regulations on working hours and mental health protections for artists.

Legacy and Continued Advocacy

• 🌱 The shared grief and fight for justice strengthened the bond between Wang Yibo and Xiao Zhan, transforming their professional connection into a deeper friendship.
• 🤝 They continued to advocate for industry reform, mentoring younger artists and speaking publicly about the importance of mental health.
• ✨ A commemorative event was held, symbolizing their unwavering determination to ensure Yu Menglong's final scream would not be in vain, turning his tragedy into a catalyst for positive change.