Half a year after their divorce, Wang Feng dropped a bombshell: private photos of the woman surfaced, leaving much to be said… On October 23, 2023, Wang Feng and Zhang Ziyi announced their official divorce. As a once-envied couple in the entertainment industry, this news undoubtedly left many feeling deeply regretful. From their initial divorce statement, it seems they opted for an amicable separation. The specific reasons may only be clear to them, as outside speculations can never be entirely accurate. They chose to handle it quietly, without much explanation, which is understandable. As the saying goes, “Parting with broad kindness, each finding their own peace.”
In the six months since the divorce, Wang Feng seems to have rarely appeared. Even recently, amidst the clamor of “Rocking the Audience” in “Singer 2024,” no one has called for Wang Feng to appear. However, Wang Feng indeed has matters to attend to. On the evening of May 13, a media outlet exposed a video, allegedly revealing Wang Feng’s new relationship, and it happened to be on Mother’s Day. According to the circulated footage, Wang Feng was dining with his son and his new girlfriend, with a nanny taking care of the child. Though they didn’t display overtly intimate behavior, they stuck close together throughout. What’s more intriguing is the woman’s demeanor, appearing very much like a matriarch, holding the child’s hand throughout, giving the impression of a harmonious relationship among them. Curious netizens later discovered the woman’s identity is quite remarkable, suspected to be the internet sensation “Senlin Bei”…
This affair sparked widespread discussion online, with some netizens joking about it: “Wang Feng is breaking Zhang Ziyi’s heart on Mother’s Day…” After all, in previous Mother’s Days, Wang Feng and Zhang Ziyi, along with their children, spent the day together. But this year’s Mother’s Day found Zhang Ziyi somewhat lonely. Throughout the holiday, her only company was her daughter, Xingxing. Witnessing this scene, it’s truly poignant. The once illustrious Zhang Ziyi had countless honors, even winning the title of “Queen” multiple times, her brilliance unchallenged in the industry. But since marrying Wang Feng, Zhang Ziyi has remained in a semi-retired state. Not only has her appearance changed significantly, but she has also sacrificed much of her career, her fame plummeting.
Why are so many female celebrities so fixated on marriage? It seems to be seen as a necessary part of life. The answer may be quite complex—On one hand, it’s because women’s lifestyles and concepts of happiness have been too limited from a young age. Even Zhang Ziyi once stated that she highly values marriage: “I believe that happy women should have happy families.” On the other hand, it’s because public opinion on women is too narrow-minded, constantly revolving around love and marriage. However, joining marriage often becomes the beginning of extinguishing women’s brilliance. To this day, many female stars, including Yang Mi, Zhao Liying, and even Liu Yifei, remain unmarried. It’s said that “divorce is a woman’s best plastic surgery.” Though somewhat hasty, various cases show that female celebrities after divorce embark on new chapters in their lives. Zhang Ziyi is one such example, as are Yang Mi and Zhao Liying…
Ever heard this saying: “Marriage is for happiness, and so is divorce.” One can’t help but admit that divorce has become commonplace nowadays. Whether in the entertainment industry or among ordinary people, divorce is a common dilemma. This reflects the changing attitudes towards marriage in modern times—Marriage is no longer the top priority in people’s minds. Today, what people care about more is individual happiness and self-realization. Perhaps for Wang Feng, love and marriage are still his necessities, his spiritual “food.” After all, in his 30-year career, he has experienced three unforgettable marriages. And now, Wang Feng may be embarking on his fourth relationship, with many netizens calling him “too fickle”…
In contrast, Zhang Ziyi is like night and day. After the divorce, she publicly stated that “remarriage is unnecessary.” Even though she still has many suitors, her financial independence allows Zhang Ziyi to live freely. Today, she doesn’t need to settle, nor does she need to find someone else to fill the void. Returning to the entertainment industry as an actress marks a change and growth for Zhang Ziyi. Her life still has a long way to go. Whatever choices she makes in the future, I sincerely wish her the best. After all, happiness should be a personal choice, not constrained by external forces. Perhaps marriage is indeed the norm for society. But if two people aren’t happy together, being single is also an option. The choice of life has always been in our hands. Only by finding the most suitable way to enjoy life can we truly fulfill the ultimate meaning of life…