发布时间: 12/5/2025
Yang Zi and Dilraba Dilmurat are often labeled in two distinct ways: one as the "National Goddess" and the other as the "Queen of Traffic." These two represent the most prominent paths in today's entertainment industry, symbolizing different definitions of idolhood and talent within the sector. Stars like them should theoretically have no overlap since their career trajectories are so different. However, the recent debate over "who is the top post-90s actress" has escalated their rivalry to a level visible to ordinary audiences. Behind this dispute lies not just a competition of data, but a clash of two value systems.
Dilraba's image wasn't built overnight; she captured netizens' attention with her "exotic looks." From "Clara Lover" to "Eternal Love," each role seems tailor-made for her. With excellent physical conditions, she's frequently seen on the runway. Attending high-end fashion shows, she has become a fashion icon and a brand-favored "model." Saying her "fashion resources are slightly inferior" might sound like an understatement of her value, but in reality, it's the market's choice. Through commercial packaging, she has created the "versatility of a traffic star." It's clear that she has shaped herself into a "symbol" the market loves, rather than focusing solely on acting skills.
Yang Zi, on the other hand, started as a child star in "Home with Kids" and has built a "bridge to the common people" from the screen. Almost all the TV dramas she stars in become hits; "Ashes of Love" alone transformed her from a "child star" to the "Queen of Blockbusters." The reason behind this is simple: the themes are close to life, her performances are solid, and they resonate with audiences. From "Lost You Forever" to "The Psychologist," her range has expanded, but what remains unchanged is her insistence on "authentic acting." Her efforts reflect a truth—amidst the pull of two extremes, letting works speak is more effective at retaining audiences than pairing with CP partners.
Surface-level observations suggest that Dilraba leads in market "advertising effects." With a host of international brand endorsements, she continuously climbs the ranks on "post-90s actress lists." Commercial value is her passport and the label that makes her "the most promising." She boasts a large fan base and strong presence in variety shows—these are her strengths. However, her weaknesses are equally obvious: over-reliance on traffic, often typecast roles, and even overlooked acting skills. From "You Are My Glory" to "Muxu Ci," fluctuations in her works show her attempts to break free from "traffic dependence," yet she still seems to teeter on the edge of "jumping between roles" and "being packaged."
Yang Zi may not appear as glamorous or have as many "endorsement glories," but her fans are more "long-term." They love her "authenticity" and her "solid performances." Her hit dramas all seem to carry the label of "national memory." From CCTV dramas to online blockbusters, she can handle them all. Fluctuations are also industry feedback: more hits mean more stable reputation. What she wants is to let her works speak and break free from the fate of "passively accepting settings."
This so-called "top1" competition is actually a contest of two values. Dilraba wants to use traffic and commercial resources to prove she is the "future" and the "industry favorite"; Yang Zi leans more toward "works + reputation" to strive for "longevity." Behind these strategies, it's easy to see that a star's future depends on what they want to prove. The tracks of drama and commerce are not absolutely contradictory, but they also seem hard to integrate.
The industry often leans toward "traffic determines everything." Exposure from traffic means more collaborations and larger market shares. Dilraba has been breaking through "idol barriers" over the years, trying to prove herself through "crossover" to avoid being bound by "appearance labels." Her goal is to continuously expand her influence and be the kind of star "as long as people can see her." Yang Zi's path is the opposite: she uses continuously improved acting skills and a genuine persona to compete for "reputation and recognition." She knows clearly: without sufficient work accumulation, even with huge traffic, it's hard to last long.
In terms of role types, Dilraba's ancient costume settings are sometimes criticized for "repetitive routines," but her popularity remains high. This reflects the market's "satisfaction" in "looking beautiful and cool." Her marketing team seems to know that only continuous "freshness" can maintain market heat. Yang Zi, with her diverse works, has proven she can "act" and is more "accepted by audiences."
The "controversial point" here is particularly obvious. Who is the real "Top1"? Dilraba occupies the market with "youth and fashion"—can she continue her glory with traffic in the future, or will she get lost in the "growing fog of traffic"? Yang Zi, while making repeated efforts on the path of "performance," still struggles to gain a foothold in authoritative awards or "fashion stages," ultimately unable to escape the "serious setting." This is not without controversy; it's rather an industry contradiction.
Putting the two together, the most real picture is a "clash of values." Some value "energy and traffic," others believe more in the attitude of "respecting the audience with works." Who is better? There is no standard answer. However, market dynamics tell us that the young Yang Zi is still "fighting for the market with acting skills," while Dilraba is "grabbing attention with traffic." Which path will go wrong in the future may be the dividing line between "sustained heat" and "industry respect."
This "top1" dispute among post-90s actresses deeply reflects the growing pains of the industry. Stars emerge in an endless stream, but few can reach a consensus on "subjectivity." Should we build a brand with "traffic" or strive for reputation with "strength"? The answer lies in continuous trial and error.
In your heart, who can become the real "Top1"? Do you trust the actor "who moves people with works" or the traffic star "who creates topics"? Or do both struggle to find answers in the crisis-ridden industry? Actually, this question has no single correct answer, but as long as someone is still working hard and putting their heart into "struggling," they deserve respect. This means the industry is still adjusting, and stars are still looking for an outlet in the tug-of-war between energy and resources.
This "Dilraba vs Yang Zi" competition is ultimately not just "who is better than whom." Does it represent the collision of two different paths, or is it a microcosm of the industry's pursuit of diversity in the future? I think this competition will eventually become a kind of "coexistence"—two values promoting the diversity of the industry together. Someone once said, "The day traffic collapses will give birth to more in-depth stars." What do you think? Are we really expecting the kind of "hero who conquers the world with acting skills," or will we still be charmed by the "sparkle of appearance competition"?
This competition hasn't ended; the real climax is still ahead. Netizens, fans, and industry observers are all waiting for changes. Whose "roadmap" can go further? That's the key. Choosing traffic means accepting its speed, its emptiness, and facing the risk of gradual cooling; choosing reputation also means enduring the磨砺 of time and the cruelty of the market.
But this is exactly the "norm" of the industry. In this star battlefield, there are no permanent winners, only continuous突围者 (those trying to break through). Constantly asking oneself: "What do I really want?"—this is the question that really needs to be thought about. Who do you think the "top1" is? The answer may be far more complex than you imagine.