Huayu Entertainment: The Birth of a Succubus Top Star

In mid-to-late April, spring rains fell continuously in Beijing, and a thin mist hung over Yanqi Lake as the 16th Beijing International Film Festival opened as scheduled.

A light rain soaked the red carpet, and a gentle evening breeze caressed the stage as filmmakers, both veteran and new, gathered to participate in this grand cinematic extravaganza.

Just as the popularity of "The Swordsman" was at its peak both at home and abroad and "The Wandering Earth 3" was highly anticipated, Gu Zhiyan asked the Qingdao film crew for a short leave and took time off to go to Beijing to attend the grand ceremony.

That evening, a light drizzle fell and the air was cool. A host of celebrities took to the stage one after another, creating a lively and festive atmosphere.

Until Gu Zhiyan, dressed in a minimalist black handmade haute couture suit, slowly walked into the frame.

With no superfluous accessories, no exaggerated styling, and no deliberate attempt to promote himself, he has an upright and broad posture, neat and upright shoulder lines, and calm and gentle eyes, combining the innocence of a young man with the composure of a movie star.

Raindrops fell on his hair and shoulders, creating a clean, sophisticated scene with an exceptional atmosphere.

The media cameras, which were originally scattered to film the various artists, suddenly all turned around and followed them throughout the entire process, with the sound of shutters clicking incessantly, becoming the only special treatment they received that night.

The screams of fans on both sides were layered and continuous, the voices penetrating the rain curtain. The momentum was huge but orderly, without chaos or noise, only the top-level enthusiasm of the crowd of onlookers quietly rushing to the scene.

Candid photos taken by passersby have gone viral online. Without retouching or atmospheric filters, they stood out on the blue carpet solely based on their posture and temperament.

During a group interview with the media, when asked about his choice to "turn to science fiction after the peak of martial arts and give up continuous exposure", Gu Zhiyan said with a clear and firm tone: "Hotness is a fleeting firework, while characters are a lasting legacy. The martial arts world and the starry sea are both paths that I should walk steadily."

His clear-headed and composed remarks quickly went viral and were widely shared within the industry, becoming a rare example of insightful and transparent behavior among the new generation of actors.

The Beijing International Film Festival was held during a light drizzle, creating a relaxed and lively atmosphere on the red carpet, with laughs, great ambiance, and memorable moments throughout.

Huang An first ignited the audience with his humor, wearing an adorable Yan Ni Perler bead doll pinned to his chest. When pressed by the camera, he smiled calmly and said, "Don't understand? Ni is in my heart."

A gentle yet playful sentence instantly topped the real-time trending searches, with netizens jokingly commenting, "Huang Bo's EQ is always on point, and his gentleness is never greasy."

Shu Qi then made an elegant entrance, appearing relaxed and poised on her 50th birthday. Backstage, Huang Bo jokingly feigned "grievance" and asked, "Why didn't you cast me in your directorial debut?"

Shu Bo reacted quickly and calmly picked up on the joke: "I directed 'Girl'."

Huang Bo quickly added a witty remark: "It's okay, I'll wait for your 'Boy'."

The two's seamless and witty banter became a signature moment of this year's Beijing International Film Festival, going viral online: "A conversation between top filmmakers, where tact and humor coexist."

The heartwarming and endearing scenes of the veteran actors followed immediately. Ge You went on stage to present flowers to Shu Qi, jokingly asking with a smile, "If you have any roles in the future, remember me."

Humble, gentle, and down-to-earth, she instantly gained countless fans.

The event was filled with amusing moments. Han Hong bumped into Li Naiwen backstage and earnestly asked him in front of everyone, "When we sang together last time, was it live? Tell the truth!"

The unexpected questioning made the whole audience burst into laughter.

Each cast member had their own unique red carpet moments. The entire cast of "The Annual Meeting Can't Stop! 2" appeared in a commuter-style outfit, with Zhang Ruoyun and Bai Ke wearing name tags and carrying briefcases, creating a strong sense of immersive workplace atmosphere.

Bai Ke steadily held an umbrella for Zhang Ruoyun throughout the rain, with the umbrella completely tilted towards her while he himself got half-soaked. He was praised by the entire internet as a "textbook example of secretary-style umbrella holding."

The rain, sometimes heavy and sometimes light, created a unique atmosphere for the red carpet.

Tan Jianci appeared holding a small blue windmill. Coincidentally, the rain that had been falling for days suddenly stopped and the sky began to brighten at the moment of his appearance. Netizens jokingly called him "a natural sunny aura, gentle and lucky".

Newcomers Zhu Luoning and Zhou Haoqi walked slowly under a transparent umbrella. The light rain made their figures appear faint, and the youthful and clean scene was full of cinematic quality.

The most stylish moment of the entire event belonged to Song Jia.

Despite the flooded red carpet and torrential rain, she calmly waded through the water in her red knee-high boots, exuding a powerful and composed aura. She made a unique statement amidst the rain and mud, earning praise from the internet: "While others seek shelter from the rain, she conquers it."

As the hustle and bustle of the red carpet subsided and people took their seats inside, Gu Zhiyan took the opportunity to chat and catch up with a group of familiar faces at this grand event, creating a relaxed atmosphere.

Huang Bo took a seat in the next section and waved to Gu Zhiyan when he saw him, saying with a smile, "Little Gu, this year has really been your year of great success. Your novel 'The Swordsman' has revitalized the entire martial arts market. You're amazing."

Gu Zhiyan replied with a smile, "Brother Bo, you flatter me. I'm just doing my job well."

Huang Bo shook his head, his face crinkling with laughter: "You're being too modest."

The two chatted casually about film and television themes. Huang Bo jokingly said that he had always wanted to make hardcore dramas and hard science fiction, but the audience always viewed him with a comedic filter. Gu Zhiyan smiled and listened, and the atmosphere was relaxed and harmonious.

Shen Teng walked over and couldn't help but tease Gu Zhiyan when he saw her: "Tonight, all the cameras are focused on you. Nobody's watching us old guys anymore."

Gu Zhiyan laughed and picked up on the joke: "Haha, Brother Teng is always the top influencer in creating atmosphere. Wherever you are, there's laughter."

One sentence made Shen Teng burst into laughter.

The two then chatted about their experiences filming, and Shen Teng sincerely advised: "Sci-fi dramas are tiring, demanding, and have long production cycles. Don't push yourself too hard. Young actors like you who can handle big productions are truly rare."

Gu Zhiyan: You have no idea how much my body really has.

After the initial greetings, the awards ceremony officially entered its climax, with heartwarming, passionate, legacy-building, and entertaining moments unfolding one after another, building layer by layer and touching everyone's hearts.

The most relaxed and memorable award ceremony moment of the night came from the joint award presentation by Gu Zhiyan and Duan Yihong.

Two generations of veteran actors shared the stage, taking their seats with composure and dignity. When Best Actor winner Yu Hewei rose to appear, the two engaged in a spontaneous and tacit interaction.

Duan Yihong hid the trophy behind his back, and Gu Zhiyan gently stepped aside to block it, playing a cute "eagle catching a chick" scene, deliberately making Yu Hewei smile helplessly and slowly step forward.

Gu Zhiyan instantly revealed a youthful and lively contrast, gentle yet interesting, which instantly went viral online.

Netizens commented: "Gu Zhiyan's contrast between his usual calm and abstinent demeanor and his gentle and playful nature is so touching."

Following closely behind, the most heartwarming and tear-jerking moment of this year's event slowly unfolded.

87-year-old Wu Yanshu took to the stage to present the Best Actress award, holding hands with 80-year-old foreign actress Bryce, and said gently, "We are both still very young."

The other person responded with warmth in their eyes: "Yes, we still have many roles to play."

Two simple lines of dialogue transcend national borders and age, gentle yet incredibly powerful.

The audience fell silent for a few seconds, followed by thunderous applause that lasted for a long time. The entire internet erupted in cheers: "Actors never grow old, and their passion never fades."

The powerful statement made by martial arts master Yuan Heping on stage has once again gone viral: At 81 years old, he is still in good health and his original aspirations remain burning bright. He frankly said, "Coming to the Beijing Film Festival is like coming home. I am not 81 years old, I am 18 years old."

The youthful spirit remained unchanged, and his passion remained constant throughout his life, moving the audience once again.

The classic nostalgia and lighthearted humor continue as veteran on-screen couple Zhu Shimao and Cong Shan make a surprise appearance together. At the camera's request, they sweetly make a heart shape with their hands, but Shan's gesture accidentally goes backwards, resulting in a cute and comical scene. Zhu Shimao immediately laughed and joked, "That's not a heart shape, it's clearly calisthenics!"

The tacit understanding and warm, casual manner between old friends evoked childhood memories for countless viewers.

At the end of the awards ceremony, Qiao Shan won Best Supporting Actor for his nuanced performance. His acceptance speech was sincere and moving, with humor concealing deep emotion:

"I was once ignored and no one signed me. It was my wife who pretended to be my agent and helped me through all the lows. Thank you for all these years. She has never shared any of my profits."

His simple and sincere confession moved the entire audience and sparked heated discussions online: "The most down-to-earth acceptance speech; sincerity is always the most touching."

The entire event was well-paced, with moments of both excitement and unease, including hilarious and entertaining moments, gentle traditions that transcend time, and the unwavering faith of generations of filmmakers in upholding their original aspirations.