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The rigidity imposed by the CCP has led to a significant transformation of Chinese entertainment content. Several popular idols and celebrities have been blacklisted, their social media accounts shut down, and their careers effectively halted if they are suspected of not aligning with new standards. For instance, a widely admired actress was fined millions for tax evasion, and others have been banned due to alleged political missteps, such as visiting controversial sites or making criticized statements.