LayarHijau.com – Chinese actress and former idol Cheng Xiao recently drew public attention after appearing on the variety show Be Daughters and Mothers 2 alongside her mother. On the show, she shared many previously unknown personal stories, including the real reason behind her decision to return to China from South Korea.
Cheng Xiao revealed that she experienced mental and emotional struggles while working in the South Korean entertainment industry. These issues prompted her to leave her girl group activities behind and continue her career in mainland China. This honest confession moved many of her fans, who expressed full support for her decision, according to HK.on.cc.
What shocked viewers even more was her candid response when asked whether she had ever dated someone within the industry. Cheng Xiao admitted without hesitation that she had been in a relationship with someone from the entertainment circle. This revelation quickly became a trending topic online and sparked heated discussions among netizens.
Casually speaking about her dating experiences, Cheng Xiao shared that she prefers to be with someone who loves her more. Laughing, she said, “Anyway, they’re always the ones chasing me!” She also described herself as having a rather “demanding personality” and said she enjoys being cared for, which is why she’s not interested in dating younger men.
In one segment of the show, Cheng Xiao lost a game and was punished by having to send a message to her ex-boyfriend. Surprisingly, he replied almost immediately. However, Cheng Xiao was quick to clarify that her message was merely a task from the show and did not carry any personal intent.
This small incident sent Chinese netizens into detective mode. Many began speculating that the ex she mentioned was Korean actor Cha Eun-woo. Back when Cheng Xiao was still active in Korea, the two frequently appeared on TV shows together and were seen as a popular on-screen duo. In one show, Cha Eun-woo even said “Wo ai ni” (I love you) in Mandarin to Cheng Xiao at the host’s request. Their chemistry was undeniable, and although they never officially confirmed a romantic relationship, many fans believed there was something more between them.
Even though their relationship was never made official, fans still hope the two might reconnect someday. Amid all the rumors and nostalgia, Cheng Xiao has remained calm and confident in dealing with public attention toward her love life.