in 2015, dilraba co-starred in romantic comedy drama "diamond lover", winning acclaim for her role as a sassy pop-star. she won the "audience's favorite newcomer" award at the 7th china tv drama awards for her performance. in 2016, dilraba was cast as the leading role in the youth sports drama "hot girl". she won the "outstanding new actress" award at 2016 enawards for her performance in the series.