Huayu Entertainment: The Birth of a Succubus Top Star

Once the footage of Gu Zhiyan's "Gu Zhiyan's Film Guessing Game" was released live, it quickly went viral on short video platforms. The hashtag "[Gu Zhiyan's Film Guessing Game is Always Accurate]" soared to the top of the trending searches, with a massive influx of netizens discussing it enthusiastically, praising it, and making countless memes.

"A bunch of celebrities were scrutinizing the film reels repeatedly, and the host was frantically trying to salvage the situation. But when it was Gu Zhiyan's turn, it was like answering a question from a book. She could name the celebrities almost without thinking. The difference was obvious."

"He recognized all of these close-up stills from several decades-old movies, so obscure that even veteran film buffs might not remember them. His film viewing experience is truly astounding."

"Not only is his acting solid, but his depth is ingrained in him. He insists on watching old films in his spare time. This is not a persona created through temporary marketing."

"While others rely on their variety show skills to participate in red carpet interactions, Gu Zhiyan relies on his solid experience of watching films. No wonder he creates characters with great depth. All the works he has watched and his accumulated experience have been internalized into his performances."

"Now I understand why he can play any role so convincingly. He has absorbed the essence of classic films and television works over the years, and his vision and comprehension far surpass those of many of his peers."

"Zang Hai is good at understanding people's hearts, while Gu Zhiyan in real life is good at recognizing old drama stills. They've really mastered the art of observation."

"It is recommended that major film production teams add a film screening process to their casting auditions to test actors' ability to read and analyze films."

"The saying that actors ultimately compete based on their cultural knowledge and experience is not just empty talk. Many young artists only care about chasing popularity and rarely take the time to watch classic old films. This seemingly accidental game has actually widened the gap between people."

"The organizers said: 'We originally planned a lighthearted game to keep things quiet, but who would have thought that a teacher who was grading the papers would show up.'"

"Is this the 'sea of ​​questions' strategy used by top students? It's terrifying!"

"It is suspected that Gu Zhiyan has a built-in database of old movies in his brain, and his retrieval speed is faster than that of a search engine."

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After arriving at the autograph wall and signing his name, Gu Zhiyan went straight into the inner area without stopping. The media there were too enthusiastic; once they caught him, they would keep asking him endless questions.

Seeing Gu Zhiyan enter, Huang Xiaoming immediately stepped forward and teased with a smile: "Impressive! Your film-watching skills are so solid. Since you have some free time, I'd like to learn from you how to portray a domineering CEO."

He just ran into Jing Tian and they chatted for a bit. During their conversation, they started talking about the drama "Grant Me Your Radiance" that Jing Tian and Gu Zhiyan were currently filming.

Then, Da Tiantian let slip that Gu Zhiyan had said he would set an example for Xiaoming and show him how to act like a domineering CEO.

"Haha, Brother Xiaoming, you acted the domineering CEO role very well, you got the vibe right, no need to learn, no need to learn." Gu Zhiyan waved his hand with a smile.

Xiao Ming's acting skills are there; if he puts his heart into it, he'll definitely do a good job.

The two chatted casually by the passageway, attracting the attention of many artists and staff who watched with smiles. The behind-the-scenes footage quickly went viral, with the hashtag "[Huang Xiaoming seeks advice from Gu Zhiyan on acting skills as a domineering CEO]" trending and the comments section flooded with memes and humorous remarks.

Huang Xiaoming: I don't care what you think, I care what Gu Zhiyan thinks! I've come all the way here to take a course on being a domineering CEO.

"I suggest you open a 'Domineering CEO Acting Training Class' with Gu Zhiyan as the lecturer and Huang Xiaoming as the first student. Enrollment spots should be reserved immediately."

"Gu Zhiyan's 'Give Me Your Dazzle' hasn't even finished filming yet, but he's already giving online lessons. Huang Xiaoming can now learn a lot from him and say goodbye to the greasy domineering CEO template."

"Was Brother Xiaoming acting domineering? He was just acting out human relationships."

"While others are busy taking photos and socializing on the red carpet, Huang Xiaoming is focused on his studies, truly a diligent and good student in the entertainment industry."

"I'm eagerly awaiting the broadcast of 'Give Me Your Light' to see what kind of domineering CEO Gu Zhiyan will portray."

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The grand venue was brightly lit, the stage was illuminated with flowing light and shadow, and the seating arrangement was orderly.

Veteran actors, established middle-aged performers, and emerging young artists were seated together, forming a top-tier lineup in the entire Chinese-language film industry.

Gu Zhiyan sat in the central position of the first row, with Huang Xiaoming, Deng Chao and others on her left, and a group of directors and veteran actors on her right.

The camera panned across the audience, revealing a star-studded scene, creating a solemn yet lively atmosphere.

The host took the stage, officially kicking off the Weibo Movie Night.

This year marks the 120th anniversary of the birth of Chinese cinema, and the Weibo Movie Night has meticulously planned multiple segments to pay tribute to 120 years of cinematic history.

The opening program, "A 120-Year-Old Boy - Filmmakers Are Always Young," was presented by Huang Xiaoming, together with the Shanghai Youth Troupe and Peking Opera actors. They started with "Dingjun Mountain," China's first film, 120 years ago, and recounted the beginning of their cinematic dreams.

Subsequently, three "film youths," Chen Jianbin, Huang Xiaoming, and Ding Chengxin, took to the stage to share their dreams of film and their journeys, instantly igniting the atmosphere and immersing the audience in the profound heritage and boundless vitality of the century-long journey of film, echoing the glorious trajectory of 120 years of Chinese cinema.

Several guest performers sang songs to tell the stories behind the film.

Ayunga and Huang Zihongfan performed "Under the Flying Clouds" to tell the story of the relentless pursuit of film dreamers.

Zhang Bichen's "There is Light in Your Eyes" is a testament to the sincere passion of filmmakers behind the scenes.

Joey Yung and Chung Chu-hsi collaborated on a medley of songs, including "A Common Song" and "A Princess," showcasing touching moments of "them" from the film.

Sun Nan's "Beautiful Myth" evoked a wave of nostalgia among movie fans, with the classic melody resonating throughout the venue, immersing the audience in a dreamlike synergy between music and film, allowing them to fully enjoy an audio-visual feast.

Zhang Jie's energetic medley of hit songs, with the powerful declaration "Chinese cinema, we need it!", fully demonstrates the charm of the fusion of music and film.

Interspersed with wonderful performances, the awards were also announced one by one.

Gu Zhiyan received the "Most Influential Filmmaker of the Year" award.

The older and younger women also gained something from it.

The prizes for these kinds of events are designed to be something everyone who attends; basically, everyone gets one.

Chen Duling, along with Ding Chengxin, Huang Minghao, and Wang Anyu, were awarded the "Annual Qingyun Anticipated Actor" honor as actors supported by Weibo's Qingyun Special Program.

Jin Cheng, Sun Qian, Sun Yang, and Zhong Chuxi were awarded the "Shining Actor of the Year" honor.

Tong Yaya, Song Qian, Wang Ziwen, and Zhang Junning were awarded the "Outstanding Actor of the Year" honor.

Nini, along with Lu Yang, Rao Xiaozhi, and Zhu Yawen, received the "Annual Reputable Filmmaker" award.

The "Quality Actor of the Year" award was shared by Da Tiantian, Bai Ke, Wang Chuanjun, and Wu Lei.

As the honors were bestowed and the performances came to a close, the 2025 Weibo Movie Night drew to a close.

The gala came to an end, and the stars departed.

The Weibo trending topics list was a whole page long, with almost half of the entries related to Gu Zhiyan.

Stunning red carpet appearances, dominating the game segment, Huang Xiaoming challenges the domineering CEO acting skills...

This perfectly confirms the long-standing comments from netizens: Gu Zhiyan never misses a move; every strike is explosive!