Duong Yen's new film, Trieu Huu Dinh was banned from screening, as a consequence of showing off the relationship

The enthusiastic drama of the couple Duong Yen and Trieu Huu Dinh, Love Without Myths, was suddenly withdrawn from the primetime schedule on CCTV 8 (China Central Television), just a few days before the scheduled broadcast time on November 7.

All promotional activities for the work, formerly known as Single Woman, were also stopped immediately. This tough move from the national television station is said to be a direct consequence of a serious scandal involving screenwriter Qin Wen.

Screenwriter Qin Wen: From accusations of professional ethics to controversy with the law

The main reason why Love Without Myths is in danger of being "matted" is the controversy surrounding screenwriter Qin Wen—who has made a name for himself with major works such as Prosperity, My Previous Half.

The drama exploded when a person claiming to be co-screenwriter Co Nhi (Trinh Tuan Nien) publicly accused Qin Van of appropriating creative rights and exploiting labor for a long time.

The incident escalated beyond professional accusations when a private recording allegedly containing the voices of Qin Wen and director Wang Jiawei was spread rapidly on social networks. In this shocking recording, Qin Wen not only mentions the internal problems of the art world but also brags about a previous scuffle with the police. She revealed that she was quickly released from the interrogation station thanks to her relationship with influential figures, considering this a proud "achievement".

This information caused a wave of intense outrage, raising questions about the abuse of privilege and "weak legal awareness". Although the Shanghai Police later confirmed that the case had been mediated since 2021 and that Qin Wen was only reprimanded and educated, the wave of criticism did not stop. Filmmakers say that statements and behaviors that go beyond the legal boundaries and social norms of creators can directly affect the fate of the works they participate in.

Major commercial risks for Duong Yen and Trieu Huu Dinh

For Love Without Myths, the project started filming in August 2024 and completed in early 2025, being removed from the prime time of CCTV 8 puts nearly half a year's effort of the crew in the face of huge commercial risks.

According to Chinese-language media, CCTV is a national television station, always putting the personality and professional ethics of art makers first. Therefore, the film's pause is a clear warning to the entire industry. Without CCTV's sponsorship, the film could be forced to switch to online distribution (Web-drama). At that time, the commercial value, audience reach, and recognition of the work will be significantly reduced.

In particular, this is a project marking Duong Yen's enthusiastic return to the modern urban film line after Prosperity. Recently, the actress's career has continuously encountered bad luck: The historical drama Niem Wu Peerless (starring with Luu Hoc Nghia) has a low viewership rate and is criticized. Prosperity that seemed to be glory turned into a nightmare when director Vuong Gia Wei was said to have commented that she was "fake" and arrogant. Rumors of divorce from La Tan constantly appear on social networks, negatively affecting personal image. Now, the new film that she devotes a lot of energy to is in danger of being stored indefinitely.

Meanwhile, Trieu Huu Dinh is expected by the audience to show the strength of the couple's emotions, as he was successful in Three Generations of Ten Flowers (2017). However, all hopes of screen interaction with Duong Yen in this romantic drama are currently suspended.

Currently, neither CCTV 8 nor the film crew have given any official response on the reason for the postponement, nor have announced a new screening schedule for Love Without Myths.

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