chàng​hēi​liǎn

to play the villain

Senses

唱黑脸/ 唱黑臉 chàng​hēi​liǎn to play the villain

To play the role of the strict or unpopular person when resolving a conflict or managing others; often used of a parent or superior who is harsh while another plays the role of a kind mediator.

References

antonym 唱黑脸/唱黑臉 唱红脸/唱紅臉