Xu Kai skyrocketed to fame as a leading man in Chinese dramas with hits like 'Story of Yanxi Palace', 'She and Her Perfect Husband', and 'Brighter Than the Stars'. However, he was recently accused by ex-girlfriend Xu Lisha of cheating on her with Zhao Qing from 'A Record of a Mortal’s Journey to Immortality', claiming the two had an affair during their relationship. His image as a devoted lover collapsed overnight. He was also accused by paparazzi of being involved in illegal gambling, sparking fears he might be labeled a 'tainted celebrity'. On the 6th, Xu Kai was spotted at Shenzhen Airport, reportedly heading out to begin filming his new drama 'Ting Feng Ling'. His low-key, nearly two-month disappearance appears to have worked, as the scandal is gradually fading and he can resume acting.
The 6th was the Mid-Autumn Festival, when Xu Kai was seen leaving from Shenzhen Airport to Hengdian, Zhejiang—his first public appearance since the scandals broke. Dressed in all black casual clothing, he looked composed. When fans called out to him at the airport, he rolled down his car window and waved, evidently unaffected by recent events. It is reported that this trip is for joining the crew of 'Ting Feng Ling'. Previous rumors suggested he might be replaced, but it seems his job is safe.
Industry sources indicate that Xu Kai’s career has survived thanks to proactive mediation and negotiation by his agent Yu Zheng, which helped restore many of the opportunities he had lost. Initially, there were rumors that the production team of 'Ting Feng Ling' was approaching Deng Wei from 'Lost You Forever' to replace Xu Kai. However, due to Deng Wei’s limited credentials and his insistence on only taking lead roles, negotiations ultimately fell through. Now, Xu Kai’s move to join the crew directly dispels the recasting rumors, meaning he has escaped unscathed.
Source: Up Media Trends