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The most refreshing and heartwarming moments of the evening came from the cast and crew of "Love Letters to Grandma".

The crew members held up small toys exclusive to the film and came up with all sorts of creative and funny antics.

Sometimes they would put the dolls on their wrists as cute armbands, and sometimes they would hold them above their heads as fun headbands, helping each other put them on and teasing each other.

Wang Yantong, Li Sitong, and others interacted in perfect harmony, sporting matching cute outfits and smiling at each other, creating a relaxing and healing atmosphere.

Without any deliberate promotion, the casual and natural youthful atmosphere has captivated the entire internet, with behind-the-scenes videos constantly going viral. Netizens exclaimed, "The cleanest and gentlest crew, even their antics are heartwarming."

The grand ceremony stage featured IP-related surprises, with the adorable Minions dance crew returning to the stage to recreate their classic dance moves, along with the iconic "Banana" catchy sound effect.

The soft, cute, and cheerful atmosphere instantly healed the entire audience, evoking childhood memories for many. This adorable scene immediately topped the trending cuteness list, gaining widespread popularity.

The stage was filled with memorable moments, and the behind-the-scenes moments were equally heartwarming. Marie Antoinette sat idly in her seat, quietly collecting small toys from the party. After collecting five Spider-Man figurines, she carefully and neatly arranged them in the empty seat next to her. Her delicate and gentle actions captivated the entire internet, and a single clip of her behind-the-scenes moments garnered over ten million views.

After Wang Baoqiang finished presenting the award and stepped off the stage, he ran into Li Chen. The old friends greeted each other casually and familiarly. Li Chen took the opportunity to step forward and picked Wang Baoqiang up in a relaxed and intimate embrace.

Huang Bo, standing to the side, smiled broadly, his eyes crinkling with laughter. The pure and relaxed friendship among old friends in the industry was particularly touching.

This year's Night of Adventures was not only filled with laughter and joy, but also with powerful industry insights that resonated deeply with people.

Zhang Yimou took the stage and earnestly addressed the entire industry: "Chinese films cannot be monotonous; they must be diverse and vibrant, giving young creators and new generation actors more opportunities to grow."

The entire audience of filmmakers stood up and applauded, and the news was widely shared and recognized both inside and outside the industry.

Wen Qi took the stage as an emerging creator, focusing on female narratives and the power of female creators. Her speech was clear and sharp: "Women's lenses never just tell their own stories." This resonated deeply with the entire internet.

At the same time, the ceremony launched a major initiative to support future directors, opening up a channel for emerging short video creators to access theatrical films and injecting new vitality into the domestic film and television industry, which is of profound significance.

One award after another was announced, and the award recipients gave their speeches on stage, while applause rose and fell from the audience.

Midway through the ceremony, Gu Zhiyan took the stage to receive her award.

Based on the phenomenal box office success of "The Swordsman," its high praise both domestically and internationally, and its outstanding achievement in breaking into the mainstream with its realistic martial arts style, he took the stage to receive the Screen Person of the Year award.

Under the spotlight, Gu Zhiyan stood upright and spoke with composure and strength: "Thank you to the audience for accepting and recognizing realistic Chinese martial arts films, which have allowed the long-dormant traditional martial arts films to be seen again."

"Thank you to director Yuan Heping for his meticulous guidance, which allowed me to understand the spirit of martial arts and the craftsman's original intention. Martial arts will never end; Chinese stories will always have countless ways of being told."

Brief and sincere, without any flowery language, it fully demonstrates the actor's original aspirations and vision.

After stepping off the stage and taking their seats, Shen Teng and Huang Bo took the initiative to turn to each other and chatted warmly.

Shen Teng joked, "You really have a way with your composure. You've been involved in martial arts dramas, urban dramas, and sci-fi dramas, yet you've managed to stay low-key and composed throughout."

Huang Bo sincerely exclaimed, "He dares to constantly step out of his comfort zone, is open to any subject matter or genre, and makes every character he plays stand out and remain memorable—that's amazing!"

A few days later, the group chatted casually about the current state of the film and television industry and future creative directions, creating a sincere and relaxed atmosphere.

That night, a plethora of memorable moments dominated the charts, sparking heated discussions among netizens.

[Gu Zhiyan's Douyin Adventure Night Red Carpet Deification]

Shen Teng was laughing hysterically as he handed out flyers all over the place.

[Mali's comment made Boss Shen burst into laughter, causing Shen to feel pain]

[The cast of "Love Letter to Grandma" used dolls as a prank]

[Minions live banner event]

Zhang Yimou hopes for a flourishing of Chinese cinema.

"Gu Zhiyan really brings a special atmosphere to the red carpet. She can be the focus of attention just by standing quietly. Her works always outweigh her popularity."

"Shen Teng provided all the laughs tonight, his dedicated promotion and hilarious breakdowns were the epitome of happiness!"

"The crew of 'Love Letters to Grandma' is so kind; their simple antics are so heartwarming."

"The Minions are instantly adorable and heartwarming, bringing back childhood memories!"

"The chemistry between Shen Teng and Ma Li is irreplaceable; their casual banter creates memorable moments on variety shows."

"This year's Adventure Night was filled with laughter, warmth, and grand vision. The relaxed and genuine attitude of the filmmakers made it the best film event."

As night deepened, the light trails slowly faded, and the hustle and bustle gradually subsided.

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Having just finished the 2026 Douyin Movie Adventure Night, a grand spectacle of light and shadow, Gu Zhiyan did not immediately leave Shanghai.

After just one night of rest, he seamlessly resumed his schedule, appearing on the banks of the Huangpu River the next day to attend the 28th Shanghai International Film Festival.

As the highest-level and most prestigious Class A international film festival in China, this year's Shanghai International Film Festival was unprecedented in scale, bringing together more than 200 top filmmakers from China and abroad to the Shanghai Grand Theatre and walk on the Avenue of Stars, known as "Asia's No. 1 red carpet".

With film fans from all over the city gathering and hundreds of media outlets converging, this ten-day cinematic extravaganza, combining an international perspective with the warmth of Chinese-language films, has become the most significant industry event of the first half of the year.

Stars graced the red carpet one after another, with various film crews taking turns to appear, building up the excitement and atmosphere. The moment Gu Zhiyan appeared, the atmosphere instantly surged to the top, creating the biggest sensation of the night.

He wore a minimalist matte black bespoke suit, with a clean and restrained cut, upright and relaxed shoulders, and a slender and graceful figure.

As soon as Gu Zhiyan appeared, the previously scattered voices on both sides of the red carpet instantly erupted.

Thousands of fans spontaneously leaned forward and stood still, their orderly cheers echoing throughout the entire venue.

Hundreds of media cameras simultaneously turned to focus on him, the dense sound of shutters rising and falling, and the entire venue's cameras locked onto him throughout the entire event. He was the only photographer that night to receive such top-tier treatment, with all the media in the venue turning their cameras to follow him.

The live stream viewership surged instantly, with barrage comments flooding the screen, overwhelming the entire audience with its popularity.

"When others walk the red carpet, it's just for show; Gu Zhiyan exudes a cinematic aura."

"With a blend of martial arts and sci-fi elements, this face is naturally suited for international red carpets."

"Every two steps and every frame is like a movie, creating an immersive atmosphere."

The unedited photos taken by passersby with the original camera are flawless and have gone viral. The cool lighting highlights the sharp features, the eyebrows and eyes are calm and gentle, and the steps are unhurried.

There were no staged photos or excessive promotion throughout the entire event; she relied solely on her solid work and composed demeanor to firmly command the entire Asia's premier red carpet.

The media interview area was crowded with cameras, eager to ask him about his experience attending two top-level events back-to-back, as well as his views on Chinese-language genre films.

Gu Zhiyan responded with clarity, composure, and perfect tact: "Every genre is a new journey of self-cultivation. Martial arts inherits the spirit of the East, while science fiction expands the landscape of domestic culture. I always hope to calm down and tell every story that belongs to China well."

These few words, spoken with sincerity and humility, fully demonstrate the original aspirations and vision of the new generation of film actors.

The hashtags 【Gu Zhiyan's Red Carpet Atmosphere at the Shanghai International Film Festival】 and 【Gu Zhiyan's Movie Face Suitability】 quickly rose to the top of the trending searches, going viral across the internet.