Huayu Entertainment: The Birth of a Succubus Top Star

As the stars entered and took their seats in an orderly fashion, a panoramic camera swept across the entire venue, bringing together veteran and emerging actors, established middle-aged talents, and top post-90s stars in a truly historic and unforgettable gathering.

Zhang Yongxin, chairman of the jury for this year's Magnolia Awards, once spoke about the competition, saying that the Magnolia Awards is a benchmark for reflecting the creative level of domestic dramas. This year, all the awards were highly competitive, with ten high-quality dramas covering diverse themes and actors competing with all of them being hardcore talents. Every honor carries the industry's pursuit of craftsmanship and depth.

The awards ceremony officially began, with the awards being announced one by one in turn.

The first major competition to kick off is the Best Supporting Actor award.

The Best Supporting Actor category this year has been described by the media as "a battle of masters with unpredictable twists and turns," with five strong contenders—Dong Yong, Ni Dahong, Lin Yongjian, Zhu Yawen, and Huang Jue—competing on the same stage.

In the end, Dong Yong, who has been in the industry for more than 40 years and has been nominated for the Magnolia Award three times, finally realized his dream and won his first Magnolia Award with his role as Feng Dao, a stoic and profound minister in the chaotic times, in "The Peaceful Year".

After taking the stage, Dong Yong showed no airs of a senior, was relaxed and humorous, and his jokes ignited the audience. He laughed and admitted that his daughter had watched the entire live broadcast not to see him, but to follow Gu Zhiyan.

His witty remarks drew laughter from the entire audience, and Gu Zhiyan smiled gently in response, creating a relaxed and soothing atmosphere.

The Best Supporting Actress award, which followed closely behind, was equally competitive and full of highlights.

The clash between veteran and new actors Chi Peng, Zhu Yuanyuan, Qin Hailu, Mei Ting, and Lan Xiya, fueled by both nostalgia and overwhelming talent, sparked heated discussions online about whether a tie would be resolved.

Ultimately, 66-year-old veteran actor Chi Peng won the honor for his simple, vivid, and realistic portrayal of "Big-Footed Mother" in "All Things Are Born".

In a backstage interview, Chi Pengpeng was deeply moved and admitted that after years of hard work, he had finally lived up to the support of his old friend Ni Ping and received recognition for his award.

With the supporting actor awards settled, major drama awards are being announced one after another, aligning with this year's Magnolia Awards' industry aesthetic of "returning to authenticity and depth."

The epic drama "Peaceful Years" won the Best Chinese TV Series Award for its profound story and excellent production. The jury praised it as setting a model for contemporary expression of historical drama.

"Silent Glory" won the Jury Prize, Li Xue won Best Director for "The Tree of Life", and Dong Zhe won Best Original Screenplay for "Peaceful Year". All these honors are a tribute to the film and television craftsmen who have devoted themselves to their craft.

The most anticipated award of the night, Best Actress, has finally been revealed.

After years of being nominated and three times, Yang Zi finally fulfilled her dream with "The Tree of Life".

For this project, she immersed herself in the high plateau region, appeared on screen without makeup, lost weight and transformed herself, and diligently learned Tibetan, completely shedding her celebrity status and firmly establishing herself in the realm of serious dramas.

The moment the host announced her name, Yang Zi froze on the spot, her eyes instantly reddening, and tears streaming down her face. Years of perseverance and hard work were released at that moment.

She clutched the trophy, her body trembling slightly, and choked up with tears as she went on stage, her makeup ruined by the tears. Every word she uttered was sincere: "Mom and Dad, your daughter has not let you down."

The audience erupted in applause. Hu Ge immediately stood up and waved. Sun Li, Wu Yue, and other veteran actors all stood up and congratulated them with smiles, their eyes full of satisfaction and recognition for the growth and success of the younger generation.

With this honor, Yang Zi officially became the first post-90s actress to win a Best Actress award in the history of the Magnolia Awards, completing a perfect transformation in her career.

With the Best Actress award concluded, the highly anticipated Best Actor award ceremony took place as scheduled.

This year's awards ceremony was presented by Yan Ni and Tian Yu. Yan Ni's unique relaxed, insightful, humorous, and composed demeanor immediately went viral online, perfectly showcasing the unique charm and stage presence of a middle-aged actress.

She broke the solemnity and restraint of the awards ceremony, engaging in fun interactions on the spot, asking the five Best Actor nominees what kind of "partner" they would like to work with her on a film.

Bai Yu is honest and shy, and frankly said that he was willing to be a meal buddy for eating paomo (pita bread soaked in mutton soup).

Guo Jingfei, quick-witted and humorous, jokingly said he wanted to be Yan Ni's drinking buddy, perfectly matching Yan Ni's signature slightly tipsy vibe, which amused the entire audience.

Hu Ge's performance was full of nostalgia, with references to classic lines and jokes about being a "garlic buddy," bringing back a flood of memories.

When it was Gu Zhiyan's turn, he was humble, gentle, and tactful, saying that he was happy to work with any kind of partner and that it was an honor to work with a senior. His calm and appropriate response won him a lot of goodwill.

After a lighthearted and fun interactive session, the lights dimmed instantly, creating a solemn and serious atmosphere, as the grand finale of the entire event took place – the announcement of the Best Actor award.

Highlights of the five nominees were played on a large screen, showcasing the clash between the pillars of the middle generation and the rising stars of the post-90s generation.

Yu Hewei's performance in "The Silent Glory" is imbued with a profound sense of national righteousness, showcasing his masterful acting skills; Hu Ge's "The Tree of Life" is a testament to his dedication, having spent 180 days cultivating his craft on the plateau, delivering a powerful and unforgettable performance; Bai Yu's "Peaceful Year" is a solid and steady performance, shining brightly even in a large-scale ensemble drama; and Guo Jingfei's relaxed and natural acting style perfectly captures the charm of everyday life.

Finally, the screen focuses on a light and shadow clip from Gu Zhiyan's "The Legend of the Tibetan Sea".

The character seamlessly transitions between three distinct life stages: youthful innocence and magnanimity, middle-aged forbearance and burden-bearing, and courageous perseverance in dire straits. The character arc is complete and magnificent, and the textbook-worthy acting skills are profound, leaving the entire audience breathless.

The spotlight focused on the center of the stage, and Yan Ni slowly opened the award envelope, her clear and gentle voice resonating throughout the entire venue:

"The Best Actor at the 31st Magnolia Awards - Gu Zhiyan, for 'The Legend of Tibet'".

In an instant, thunderous applause erupted throughout the venue!

The camera immediately cut to the audience seats, capturing everyone's reaction in high-definition live streaming.

Yang Zi, who had just won the Best Actress award and whose eyes were still red and slightly swollen, immediately got up.

Her face still held traces of tears, but she immediately broke into a gentle and generous smile and clapped enthusiastically.

The camera focused on Hu Ge, whose smile was gentle and relaxed. He was clapping vigorously and nodding frequently, displaying a magnanimous and open-minded demeanor.

Yu Hewei smiled throughout, clapping steadily and powerfully.

As a top contender for Best Actor tonight and the pinnacle of acting skills among middle-aged actors, he appeared calm and unperturbed.

His resolute nod revealed his complete recognition and heartfelt admiration for the strongest new generation of actors, a testament to his status as a top veteran in the industry.

Guo Jingfei smiled relaxedly and without any pressure, genuinely applauding the legendary achievements of this rising star.

The entire venue was filled with veteran actors, pillars of the middle generation, contemporaries, and rising stars.

No one disagreed, no one questioned, and everyone offered their sincere blessings.

There wasn't a single awkward silence; the entire venue erupted in continuous, thunderous applause.

Magnolia has once again broken with years of industry convention!

Gu Zhiyan has successfully unlocked an unprecedented and unparalleled legend of winning four Best Actor awards, creating a film and television myth that is difficult for future generations to replicate.