Taiwan singer Jolin Tsai’s mainland concerts likened to ‘cult’ events; CCTV praises artistic merit

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by Fran LuJanuary 27, 2026 at 07:00 AM

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Taiwanese singer Jolin Tsai's "Pleasure" concert tour has sparked controversy in mainland China. An online influencer accused the show of being "cultlike" due to its stage design, including a giant serpent puppet, and attempted to get Tsai's upcoming mainland concerts cancelled by reporting her to local governments. The influencer claimed the show contained "dark elements" and would bring bad luck to the audience. However, Tsai's company, Yong Dao Xing, is planning legal action against the influencer for spreading false information. Despite the criticism, Tsai has received support from fans, including praise from mainland China's state media for the artistic merit of her performances. The tour is scheduled to visit 14 mainland cities starting in March.

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Taipei Dome 40% CCTV 60% Yong Dao Xing 60% Taiwan 70% @celialiang 70% China ×280% Jolin Tsai ×690%

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