LayarHijau.com — Snow Kong Xue’er first rose to fame in 2020 as a contestant on the hit talent show Youth With You 2, where she debuted as a member of the girl group THE9. After the group disbanded, she set her sights on acting — a transition that hasn’t been easy, but one she has embraced with continuous improvements in both appearance and performance.
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Standout Role in The Prisoner of Beauty
One of her most talked-about roles is Zheng Chuyu in The Prisoner of Beauty (original title: Zhe Yao). Although the character is an antagonist, Snow Kong avoids the cliché “femme fatale” trope, instead infusing the role with a mischievous and childlike charm. Her portrayal of a cunning yet often comically backfired schemer won the hearts of viewers. Netizens even nicknamed her the “evil peach” — a Chinese slang term describing women who appear sweet on the outside but harbor hidden intentions, often used ironically or to express a subversive appeal.
She also stood out as a classic “green tea girl” — a Chinese internet term for a woman who looks innocent but is actually manipulative. In the story, Zheng Chuyu traps Xiao Qiao outside the city for three days and persuades her aunt to write a divorce letter, all while maintaining a demure and sweet public image. Despite her schemes, the character is portrayed as a hopeless romantic who is willing to become a concubine to win her cousin’s love.
Memorable Supporting Roles
Beyond The Prisoner of Beauty, Snow Kong has taken on several impressive supporting roles. She played Zhi Yan, a spy disguised as a concubine in Tales of Dark River (original title: Anhe Chuan), Miao Ansu in Blossom (Jiuchong Zi), and Yin Shujun in The Ideal Son-in-Law (Bang Shang Jia Xu). In Blossom, she acted alongside Meng Ziyi. These roles showcase her growing flexibility as an actress.
While she often takes on supporting characters, her presence consistently leaves a lasting impression. She’s also set to appear in the upcoming historical drama The Jade Trail (Zhu Yu).
Despite the praise she’s now receiving, Snow Kong was once criticized for her acting, especially during her appearance in Blossom. Some viewers found her performance stiff and exaggerated, particularly in scenes with Meng Ziyi. However, it’s clear that she has since undergone rigorous training and learned through a variety of roles, leading to significant improvements in her acting and a noticeable leap in quality.
Her Stance on Acting and the 2024 Fan Backlash
In 2024, Snow Kong found herself at the center of controversy when some fans protested her casting as a second female lead in an upcoming drama. They believed she deserved a lead role by that point in her career. However, she responded with grace and professionalism:
“Being recognized as an actress and meeting audiences this way is a great honor and something I want to keep pursuing. I know there’s still a long road ahead to truly gain audience recognition. Thank you for your support, but I hope we can avoid expressing our opinions irrationally or involving others unnecessarily.”
“Acting is something I approach with reverence. There are no small roles. Every character, past or future, marks a stage in my growth.”
Kong also acknowledged that she may not be ready for leading roles early in her acting career. That’s why she deliberately chose supporting roles in popular dramas to gain exposure and hone her skills. She has also expressed interest in joining reality shows like See You Again, Lover, saying she wants to explore “relationships that aren’t always sweet.”
A Promising Path Ahead
Snow Kong’s career transformation reflects both dedication and strategic thinking. She has proven her ability to bring unique and layered antagonists to life — often with a twist. Through her consistent performances, she’s paving the way toward bigger opportunities and proving that an actress’s worth isn’t defined by the size of her role, but by the impact she leaves on her audience.
(Sources compiled)
