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China Miniseries Faces Backlash for Endangering Baby

1/26/2026

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A miniseries production team in China faced backlash for exposing a baby to heavy rain during filming.
On January 17, actress Xing Yun criticized the crew for mistreating the infant.
In a video clip, Xing Yun's character offers an umbrella and money to a mother and baby caught in the rain.
Xing Yun recalled that the scene involved cold weather and artificial rain from a water truck.
She stated that the director prevented her from using her umbrella to shield the child.

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Story summary

A miniseries production team in China faced backlash for exposing a baby to heavy rain during filming.
On January 17, actress Xing Yun criticized the crew for mistreating the infant.
In a video clip, Xing Yun's character offers an umbrella and money to a mother and baby caught in the rain.
Xing Yun recalled that the scene involved cold weather and artificial rain from a water truck.
She stated that the director prevented her from using her umbrella to shield the child.