According to media reports on October 8th， Meng Yutong revealed that she and Gree Chairman Dong Mingzhu exchanged “Happy Mid-Autumn Festival” messages during the recent holiday.
Meng Yutong shared that she sent her regards with a friendly emoji， to which Dong Mingzhu responded in kind. She described their communication as relaxed and likened their relationship to that of a respected elder and a close junior. This sentiment highlights the ongoing supportive dynamic between the two， even after Meng Yutong’s departure from her prominent role within Gree.
The public interaction has drawn attention， especially considering their previous high-profile livestream in the evening of May 23rd. During that event， Meng Yutong made a reappearance in Gree’s livestreaming room， expressing her delight at being back and receiving a warm embrace from Dong Mingzhu. This reunion had sparked considerable discussion about her potential return or continued involvement with the company.
During that earlier livestream， Dong Mingzhu had addressed Meng Yutong’s departure from Gree， framing it as a missed opportunity. She emphasized that while young individuals may make immature decisions and be swayed by external temptations， such as the allure of endorsements and immediate financial gains， these choices can ultimately lead to the loss of greater long-term value. Dong Mingzhu suggested that taking on personal endorsements while still associated with Gree， though not indicative of flawed morals， was a significant misstep. However， she also conveyed a sense of understanding， treating Meng Yutong as a young person deserving of guidance， criticism， and forgiveness.
The exchange of simple greetings and emojis on social media， as reported for this Mid-Autumn Festival， signifies a continued positive and informal relationship. It suggests that any past differences have been resolved， and a supportive bond remains. This understated interaction contrasts with the intense public scrutiny that often surrounds figures like Dong Mingzhu and her protégés， perhaps indicating a preference for privacy and a focus on personal growth rather than public spectacle.
