SINGAPORE, May 12 -- Singaporean actress Eleanor Lee has addressed the public backlash following a leaked audio clip that allegedly featured her making derogatory remarks about Chinese nationals.

The controversy erupted after a 30-second recording was shared on Weibo last month by a netizen claiming to be Lee's former assistant.

In the audio, a woman can be heard saying, "I'm doing this not for fame, but for money," and "most people in China are idiots."

On Saturday, Lee took to social media to clear the air and apologise for the turmoil caused.

She expressed her shock upon hearing the recording, stating, "I'm sorry to have caused so much controversy and taken up public resources. I was very shocked when I heard the recording. This wa...