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A powerful 7.9-magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar on 28 March 2025, sending tremors across neighbouring countries, including Thailand.
The strong shaking sparked fear among locals and visitors, with social media quickly buzzing with concerns over those in affected areas.
One name that dominated online discussions was Chinese actress Esther Yu Shuxin, who was in Thailand filming her latest drama, Speed and Love.
Fans flooded social media with messages of concern, anxiously waiting for updates on her safety.
The hashtag related to her name trended, reflecting the widespread worry among her supporters.
In response, Esther's management swiftly issued a statement that same afternoon, assuring everyone that the actress was safe.
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"Thank you for your concern and prayers. Yu Shuxin is safe. Please do not worry. We also remind everyone to stay alert for possible aftershocks," the statement read.
The announcement provided much-needed relief to her worried fans.
Many expressed gratitude for the update while continuing to send prayers for those directly impacted by the disaster.
Authorities in Myanmar and Thailand are closely monitoring the situation, as the risk of aftershocks remains.
Meanwhile, Esther is expected to resume filming as scheduled, though with extra precautions in place.