Chinese actress Zhang Yuqi under fire for saying she ‘can’t even buy socks with S$131’

Zhang Yuqi, also known as Kitty Zhang, became famous after starring in actor Stephen Chow’s 2008 film CJ7 and The Mermaid. - Reuters

BEIJING (The Straits Times/Asia News Network): A Chinese actress has come under fire for flaunting her wealth during a live-streamed sales event, sparking renewed debate in China over how much celebrities earn.

Zhang Yuqi, also known as Kitty Zhang, became famous after starring in Hong Kong comic actor Stephen Chow’s 2008 film CJ7 and The Mermaid.