Archive · 16 Aug 2025
Chinese Actress Says Agency Used Exorcism for Depression
Imagine a famous actress, Zhao Lusi, who was feeling very sad and unwell.
Instead of taking her to a doctor, her agency locked her in a hotel and brought in someone to perform an exorcism.
They said she was cursed.
Zhao says the agency also took her money without permission and didn't want to pay for problems caused by her illness.
When she tried to get help, the agency threatened to stop her from working.
Now, everyone is talking about whether the agency did wrong and how people with mental health problems are treated.
Actress Zhao Lusi alleges her agency forced an exorcism to treat her depression.
The actress was diagnosed with severe anxiety and depression.
The agency is accused of financial misconduct, including unauthorized fund withdrawals.
Zhao alleges the agency threatened to blacklist her for seeking legal action.
The agency has denied all claims made by Zhao Lusi.
- Who
- Zhao Lusi and her talent agency, Tianjin Galaxy Cool Entertainment Culture Media Co. Ltd.
- What
- Chinese actress Zhao Lusi claims her agency forced an exorcism to treat her depression and committed financial misconduct.
- When
- The incident occurred in late 2024 and early 2025; details were revealed in August 2025.
- Where
- China
- Why
- Zhao Lusi says she was not provided with medical treatment for depression; instead, an exorcism was performed.
Zhao Lusi's Perspective
Agency's Perspective
Medical Care
Zhao Lusi's Perspective
The agency failed to provide medical care.
Agency's Perspective
The agency denies not providing proper care.
Financial Misconduct
Zhao Lusi's Perspective
The agency withdrew funds without permission.
Agency's Perspective
The agency denies financial misconduct.
- Actress
- Zhao Lusi
- Age
- 26
- Agency
- Tianjin Galaxy Cool Entertainment Culture Media Co. Ltd
- Allegation
- Forced exorcism for depression treatment
- Diagnosis
- Severe anxiety and depression
- Financial Misconduct
- Unauthorized withdrawal of 2.05 million yuan