Male C-Pop Star's Injury Rumor Debunked: Fans Clarify 'Fracture' Was Actually Makeup for Drama

The Rumor Spreads: How the Injury Claim Took Over Social Media

The hashtag #曝男顶流拍戏受伤 (Exposing Male Top-Tier Celebrity Injured Filming) trended across Chinese social media platforms like Weibo this week, as users shared unverified claims about a popular male actor allegedly suffering a serious injury on set. According to initial posts, the star—described as a "rising male top-tier" (男顶流) in the film industry—had broken his nose, with some users even claiming the injury was "obvious" (破相明显). The rumor gained traction quickly, with many speculating about the actor’s identity, though no official name was mentioned initially. One user wrote, "A newly emerged male top-tier in the film circle got injured while filming, with a clear nose fracture... Is it that serious?" (电影圈刚起来的一位男顶流拍戏受伤，鼻骨折破相明显…这么严重吗), sparking a flurry of guesses and concern from fans.

Debunking the Myth: Fans and Studio Clarify It Was Makeup

As the rumor continued to spread, fans of actor Xuan Zhenlong (朱一龙) stepped in to clarify that the "injury" was not real. Xuan Zhenlong’s studio posted two photos of the actor looking healthy and unharmed, with the caption "Super naturally (ke) unexpectedly (yi) took a secret photo" (超自(ke)然(yi)偷拍哥), a playful reference to his recent activities. The post quickly gained traction, with fans pointing out that the supposed "fracture" was actually a makeup look from Xuan’s upcoming drama "Empty Gun" (空枪), where his character sports a rugged, injured appearance. One fan wrote, "The male top-tier injury rumor is a false grape (假瓜). Someone saw the 'Empty Gun' male lead’s battle-damaged makeup and spread the rumor that a male top-tier got injured while filming. The studio also seems to have posted a business photo to debunk it..." (朱一龙粉丝澄清：男顶流受伤是假瓜，有人看到了《空枪》男主战损妆造，就造谣男顶流拍戏受伤。工作室也疑似发营业照打假...). The clarification was widely shared, with many users expressing relief that the rumor was false and praising fans for their quick fact-checking.

The Impact of Celebrity Rumors in the Digital Age

The incident highlights the speed at which unverified celebrity rumors can spread in the digital age, as well as the role of fan communities in dispelling misinformation. While the initial rumor caused concern among fans, the swift response from Xuan Zhenlong’s team and his supporters helped prevent further panic. Experts note that celebrity rumors often thrive on speculation and lack of official information, but fan-driven fact-checking can play a crucial role in combating false claims. As one user commented, "Why can’t they just say who it is? It’s so boring to guess all the time" (直接说是谁不行吗整天就让人猜猜猜真的很无聊诶不过你们觉得是谁啊), reflecting the frustration many feel when rumors are vague or unverified. For now, the rumor has been debunked, but it serves as a reminder of the importance of verifying information before sharing, especially when it involves public figures.