In April, China Oriental Performing Arts Group, a national cultural group, founded its musical theater troupe. Musical actress Yu Yueyue was appointed as the deputy head of the troupe. Yu was one of the firsts to join the musical industry in China in the early 2000s. Although having a successful career now, the actress has experienced the ups and downs. 

"After I graduated, the industry wasn't so prosperous or doing so well as it is now. At that time, it was a little difficult to support myself," the actress told CGTN.