In a dazzling display of opulence that has captivated and often criticized netizens, a prominent Chinese mother-daughter duo is making headlines for their extraordinarily lavish lifestyle. At the heart of their extravagance are reported monthly food expenses of an astonishing ₹8.5 lakh and the incorporation of diamond powder into their skincare regimen.
The mother, identified as popular Chinese TV host Li Xiang, has long been dubbed China’s “Showoff Queen” for her unapologetic flaunting of wealth. The recent surge in public attention stems from a revelation about her family’s substantial monthly food budget, which she once publicly stated amounted to a staggering 70,000 yuan (approximately ₹8.5 lakh). Adding to this, Li Xiang reportedly uses two-carat diamond powder in her daily skincare routine, a practice that epitomizes the luxurious extremes of her self-care.
The lavishness extends seamlessly to her daughter, Angela Wang Shiling, who, despite her young age, enjoys a lifestyle equally extravagant. Reports indicate that Angela receives a monthly allowance of 650,000 yuan (around ₹77 lakh) and is currently pursuing her education at a prestigious UK boarding school, with annual fees reaching approximately 350,000 yuan (roughly ₹42 lakh).
Further insights into their lifestyle reveal a penchant for ultra-high-end brands and experiences. The family reportedly uses Hermès dinner plates, some costing over ₹1 lakh each, and Angela has been seen adorning costly jewelry from brands like Van Cleef & Arpels, with simple bracelets alone valued at around ₹4 lakh.
Li Xiang’s career trajectory has evolved from a celebrated TV host, gaining fame in 1997 with the hit show “Happy Camp,” to a successful entrepreneur in acting, singing, real estate, and online sales. In 2019, her online sales alone were reported to have exceeded 10 million yuan (₹12 crore) monthly. She is also known to own a sprawling villa in Beijing and multiple properties in Changsha.
Recent events, such as the Dragon Boat Festival, further highlighted their excessive spending habits. Li Xiang shared photos online of a lavish meal featuring special zongzi (sticky rice dumplings) served on exquisite porcelain. These particular dumplings, made by a French luxury brand, boasted expensive ingredients like caviar, black truffle, and Iberian ham, costing nearly 100 times more than standard versions. Social media reactions have been swift and often critical, with many users expressing disbelief and commenting on the stark contrast between the family’s expenditures and the realities of everyday life for most people. Comments like, “This is not eating zongzi, it is biting into half my monthly salary!” and “Poverty really limits my imagination. While ordinary folk buy zongzi by weight, celebrities price theirs by ‘style’; the difference is glaring,” flooded online platforms.
Beyond the monetary aspects, Angela Wang Shiling has also recently shared photos of herself in the company of the British royal family, including a picture of King Charles giving a speech with Queen Camilla present, suggesting an elite social circle cultivated through their immense wealth.
While diamond powder in skincare is marketed by some high-end brands for its supposed exfoliating, brightening, and light-reflecting properties, as well as its ability to potentially enhance the absorption of other ingredients, scientific consensus on its long-term benefits and safety remains limited, with some experts cautioning about potential micro-tears from irregularly shaped particles.
This mother-daughter duo’s lifestyle continues to fuel public debate in China and beyond, drawing both fascination and sharp criticism for its sheer extravagance in an era of growing social awareness regarding wealth disparity.