LayarHijau – The 20th anniversary celebration of VOGUE China, VOGUE China 20th Anniversary Gala 2025, was recently held at the Bund in Shanghai, themed “A Hundred Flowers Blooming” (百花齐放). The annual fashion extravaganza was packed with top-tier celebrities, but netizens’ attention quickly focused on a rare moment: two of China’s biggest stars, Liu Yifei and Yang Mi, standing together in the coveted dual C-spot with zero interaction.
The “dual C-spot” is a term in fashion and entertainment that refers to the most strategic positions, the center of attention for cameras and audiences. Two stars in this spot usually become the focal point, making Liu Yifei and Yang Mi’s side-by-side presence instantly eye-catching.
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The show’s arrangement seemed deliberately planned: Yang Mi opened the fashion segment with a look that initially received criticism but dazzled audiences with her second outfit, featuring a “cut rose” design. Liu Yifei appeared nearly an hour later in a flower-petal gown that radiated power and elegance. Fans were reminded of the Bai Xiuzhu era, referencing one of Liu Yifei’s iconic roles in the 2003 drama The Story of a Noble Family. Bai Xiuzhu is portrayed as a graceful and captivating young woman from a noble family, and Liu Yifei’s presence at the gala evoked the same aura of her past stardom.
During the group photo session, VOGUE editor-in-chief Liu Chong guided Liu Yifei to the C-spot first, while Yang Mi arrived later with assistance from Guli Nazha to stand in the middle. Once everyone was in position, Liu Yifei and Yang Mi didn’t make eye contact, speak, or smile at each other. Netizens described the scene as if “two top stars stood side by side but separated by a galaxy,” creating a tension that was palpable on camera.
A few years ago, Liu Yifei had sent Yang Mi birthday wishes via social media and even attended one of her film premieres. Lately, however, the two have rarely been seen together or interacting, prompting many fans to comment: “Time has turned closeness into the most beautiful distance,” “The old ‘dream team’ can now only look from afar,” and “If they ever acted in the same drama, that would be a true clash of the titans.”
This moment proves that in the entertainment world, the aura and charisma of two top actresses can make even an awkward interaction—or the lack thereof—far more captivating than a warm exchange.
