The death of Chinese actor and singer Yu Menglong is prompting intense public scrutiny after new claims surfaced contradicting the official account that he died from an accidental fall while intoxicated. Yu, 37, widely known for roles in dramas including Go Princess Go and Eternal Love, died on September 11 in Beijing's Chaoyang District. Police determined within 24 hours that his death was accidental and ruled out criminal activity, according to initial statements.
That conclusion has since been challenged as new details circulated online, including what is described as a final text message allegedly sent from Yu to his mother shortly before his death. The message, first reported by Kbizoom, read: "Every time I see the money they transfer, I vomit. That money isn't earned by me-it's dirty. I must say goodbye now, Mother. They may come and kill me anytime. I'm not joking, and I'm not hallucinating." The wording has fueled speculation that Yu may have been under duress or involved in circumstances he believed to be dangerous.
Public reaction escalated as fans questioned how the investigation concluded so quickly and why the message was not addressed in official reports. Online users have called for the release of CCTV footage, full autopsy and forensic records, and any witness statements associated with the case. Some reports on Chinese social media platforms suggest that references to Yu's death are being limited or removed, leading to claims of a media blackout.
Additional claims have further complicated the narrative. Entertainment bloggers cited by Kbizoom reported that Yu's mother traveled to Beijing following his death to contest the investigation but has since fallen out of contact. Her absence has led to speculation that she may be under pressure or being prevented from advocating publicly.
A separate, unverified allegation reported by Vision Times stated that a neighbor possessed audio captured through a door peephole of Yu's abdomen being cut open to retrieve a USB drive. The report was circulated by a Chinese X account identified as "News Investigation." None of these claims have been confirmed by authorities, and law enforcement has not acknowledged the existence of such evidence.
The official ruling remains unchanged: Yu's death is classified as an accidental fall related to intoxication. No independent investigation findings have been released, and Chinese authorities have not responded to calls for additional documentation.
Yu Menglong was born on June 15, 1988, in Urumqi, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. He gained public attention through talent programs such as My Show and Happy Boys before transitioning to acting in 2014 with a role in The Loving Home. He later built a wide fan base through television dramas and music work.
