Liu Yuning is caught in the whirlwind of "ranking" in the Chinese entertainment industry, and hasn't finalized a new film project in over a year.

The competition for top billing is becoming increasingly controversial in the Chinese entertainment industry, where rankings are seen as a measure of fame. Amidst this wave of controversy, Liu Yuning has drawn attention with her straightforward stance: she doesn't care about being the top billing, as long as the role is good enough.

Disputes over billing order have long been a familiar story in the Chinese entertainment industry, but in recent years, this issue has become increasingly sensitive and prone to controversy. In a film project, an actor's billing order is often seen as a measure of their popularity, status, and influence. Those with higher billing orders are prioritized to appear first in promotional materials, their names are mentioned most frequently, and their images occupy a prominent position on posters, significantly larger than those of other actors.

Therefore, the fan community always hopes their idol will achieve the "first lead" status. For fans, this is not just about the order of names, but also about affirming that their beloved artist is capable of carrying the central role, and has enough fame to guarantee ratings and success for the work. However, this desire is also the reason why many projects fall into controversy and conflict between fandoms, even negatively impacting the image of the film crew.

To minimize conflict, many producers opt for an "equal ranking" approach, meaning they place the male and female leads on equal footing in all promotional activities. This method is seen as a compromise, avoiding comparisons about who deserves to be at the top, and helping the project run more smoothly amidst increasing public pressure.

Amidst the wave of competition for top rankings, Liu Yuning was unexpectedly rumored to be overly focused on his position, even to the point of not securing a new film project for over a year in his pursuit of the number one spot. This information quickly attracted attention and sparked much debate. However, the actor soon clarified his stance, asserting that he doesn't place much importance on ranking, and that his position doesn't matter as long as the role is good and has depth.

According to Liu Yuning, the true value of an actor doesn't lie in whether their name is listed first or last, but in whether their character leaves a lasting impression on the audience. He believes that even if an actor is only listed fifth in the cast, if their role is memorable and memorable to the public, it's still a worthwhile success. Conversely, if they are listed first but fail to make an impact or gain audience attention, that position becomes meaningless.

In reality, this viewpoint is not just empty words. From "Bowing Down" to "A Dream of the Book," Liu Yuning comfortably takes the second-highest ranking and readily yields the leading role to his female co-stars like Song Zuer or Li Yitong. Even without being the "first-highest ranking," he still fulfills his role perfectly, making a significant contribution to the overall success of the work.

It's worth noting that audiences didn't underestimate the role or deny Liu Yuning's contribution just because his name was listed later. On the contrary, many still clearly recognized the impact the actor made, considering him one of the factors that made "Bending Down" and "A Dream of the Book" so popular. This further proves that ranking is not an absolute measure of an artist's talent or appeal.

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