Tang Wei's learning and art journey
For Tang Wei, choosing to leave his father's studio and embark on the road of performance was not all smooth sailing. She studied Xi acting classes during the day and worked odd jobs at night to make ends meet.
Tang Wei failed in the entrance exam for the first Chinese opera, but she was not discouraged, but continued to stick to her dream. The second time, the third time, and until the fourth time, Tang Wei finally got his wish and was admitted to the coveted Central Academy of Drama.
During the years of studying Chinese opera, Tang Wei's acting talent was quickly enlightened and cultivated. Teachers and classmates are optimistic about this girl with a sweet smile but a tough heart, she is recognized by everyone as the star of the class.
After graduating in 2006, Tang Wei began to work as an extra in the film and television works of A-list stars, which accumulated valuable acting experience for her. Tang Wei has never forgotten her original intention, and every opportunity presented to the audience is regarded as a precious process for practicing her acting skills and learning Xi performance.
In Tang Wei's view, as long as you continue to work hard, you will definitely be able to go further and further on the road of performance. Tang Wei uses his own story to tell us that the realization of dreams requires the persistence of experiencing failure and continuing to try.
With her perseverance, she proved that failure is only the mother of success. It is such a positive quality that has made Tang Wei's infinite possibilities as an actor.
Tang Wei emerged
In 2006, after serving as a group actor in several TV series, Tang Wei finally ushered in the first highlight of his career - successfully played the heroine in the TV series "Police Flower Release", an image of a policewoman with a full sense of justice.
It was an important breakthrough in her acting career. Tang Wei was full of youthful and energetic smiles, and exquisitely interpreted the role of this strong policewoman who refused to admit defeat. Her performance allowed the audience to see a brighter self in the eventful years.
This outstanding first leading actor won Tang Wei the affirmation of the Huading Award for Outstanding Actress. Tang Wei, who ushered in the first highlight moment of his career, was excited, and at the same time, he realized more clearly that this is just a new starting point, and the journey is still long, and he needs to work harder.
In 2007, Tang Wei ushered in another important opportunity - by the famous director Ang Lee, he played the heroine Wang Jiazhi of his new work "Lust and Caution". Working with director Ang Lee is Tang Wei's dream, and this opportunity means a lot to her.
In order to perfectly interpret this complex and contradictory role, Tang Wei devoted himself wholeheartedly to who else he was. Although he was criticized because of the intimate scenes in the film, Tang Wei conquered countless audiences with his pure acting skills.
It can be said that "Lust and Caution" opened a new stage in her career. Despite the controversy, Tang Wei won multiple critics' awards for the film. She used her strength to prove that she is not a product of star-making luck, but a well-deserved young actor.
Tang Wei's trough period
"Lust and Caution" brought polar reviews to Tang Wei's acting career. The intimate scenes in the film were regarded as "excessive" by some conservative audiences, and Tang Wei was questioned in front of the public, and the entertainment industry also had some misunderstandings about her.
After this, she suddenly found that there were almost no suitable movie roles in the country that opened the door to her. Tang Wei, who once expected himself to be able to chase after the victory and raise his eyebrows, did not expect to usher in a long job shortage.
When a basin of cold water extinguished her enthusiasm, Tang Wei experienced unprecedented pain and confusion during this period. The capital that once pursued her was about to abandon her, and Tang Wei's heart experienced collapse and reconstruction during this low period.
However, she did not let herself sink in pain for too long. Tang Wei chose to study Xi abroad, which brought a new improvement to her acting skills and temperament. By the time she returned to China, she had accumulated more life experience than before.
Tang Wei was not crushed by these desolate years, but created a more tenacious and tolerant attitude towards life in the face of adversity. She understands that there is a long way to go in acting, and she needs to continue to face every stage of the baptism with a positive and optimistic attitude.
Tang Wei successfully transformed
In 2011, Tang Wei, who had difficulty obtaining development opportunities in China, chose to develop in South Korea. She successfully transformed with the Korean movie "Late Autumn" and brilliantly played the role of a female prisoner with a complex personality.
Tang Wei is no longer the young and lively newcomer she was back then, in this movie, she shows the maturity and stability of her acting skills. The image of a female prisoner struggling in the predicament of fate but still retaining the brilliance of humanity comes from Tang Wei's precise control of the subtle emotions in the characters' hearts.
This cross-border collaboration injected a strong impetus into Tang Wei's return to the film industry, and also gave her the status of an artist in South Korea. Here, Tang Wei met director Kim Tae-yong.
The two fell in love at first sight, had similar interests, and became a compatible partner. In 2014, Tang Wei married Kim Tae-yong and officially joined her husband's family in South Korea. After marriage, Tang Wei, as the other half of a Korean director, has developed smoothly in the Korean film and television industry.
The suspense movie "The Determination to Break Up" starring her won a box office success, and Tang Wei also won the Korean actress award with this film. After encountering a bottleneck in her career in China, she regained her artistic vitality in South Korea.
Tang Wei has proved himself with one work after another, neither submerged by the years nor defeated by the environment.
Tang Wei lives now
Today's Tang Wei is no longer as keen on chasing a bright star life as before. She chose to fade out of the Korean entertainment industry and lived a quiet and peaceful country life with her director husband.
Mr. and Mrs. Tang live in a small, secluded village by the sea in South Korea, living a self-sufficient idyllic life. Tang Wei would get up early in the morning and work in the vegetable garden, planting all kinds of vegetables and fruits.
She also keeps a few hens and takes care of them. Tang Wei likes to take care of every detail of life and get in close contact with nature. She would build a swing in the yard and enjoy the flowers blooming in the garden while swinging gently.
In the evening, Tang Wei cooks a simple but nutritious home-cooked meal, and the whole family sits around the table for a warm dinner. Now that she is no longer as keen on chasing fame and fortune as before, Tang Wei feels that the current life is what she really wants.
Watching her daughter grow up every day is her greatest satisfaction. Tang Wei hopes to create a simple and natural growth environment for her daughter.
Tang Wei's revelation
The 44-year-old Tang Wei chose to live a peaceful life in the South Korean countryside, which made people look at her with admiration.
First, the power of dreams is enormous. Tang Wei has never given up the pursuit of performance, and constantly recharged himself, so that he has today's sense of achievement. It's a testament to the promise that an unwavering dream can lead to great expectations.
Second, we must maintain independent judgment in the face of criticism. Tang Wei was not defeated by public opinion during the trough period, but quietly reflected, and only then did he transform. This shows that a wise person is not led by the nose by circumstances.
Third, success needs to be accumulated. Tang Wei has honed his acting skills through long-term hard work. This illustrates that time and experience make a person.
Fourth, simple life is the foundation of longevity. Tang Wei chooses to live in the countryside and enjoy the joy of family. This proves that everything is too much, and that having a contented heart is the most precious.
Fifth, be grateful for the little things in your life. Tang Wei no longer misses the glory of the past, but is grateful for every growth experience. This shows that the driving force for development comes from life itself.
Tang Wei's story depicts a positive and indisputable way of life. Her experience proves that success is hard-won, and that the process is more important than the result.
Her life choices show that indifference to fame and fortune is the long-term solution. Tang Wei's life inspires us to have dreams, laugh at adversity, and finally be able to deal with it calmly.