Zhang Zi-yi has been dubbed as an actress with a foul mouth after she was caught swearing on a live television show, reported Sin Chew Daily.

Zhang, who recently was on the show to promote her latest film, had blurted the offensive word when asked by the audience whether she preferred to win an award for best show or best actress.

Seeing the shock from the audience, the host said the producers would beep out the swear word.

This resulted in netizens taking potshots at Zhang. Some claimed the reason for Zhang's behaviour was she wanted to show off that she was now an international celebrity and was free to swear. -The Star/ANN