In the long journey of life, no one can be foolish, not even popular stars. They have played countless glorious roles on the screen and built one legend after another, but it is inevitable that some regrets will linger.
With such curiosity, we might as well explore the regrets of the big stars. Perhaps it is these irreparable regrets that allow us to get a glimpse of the unknown side of their lives, resonate with those peerless idols, and shorten the distance between us.
Regret does not mean failure, but the stage that everyone must go through to grow. It opens our minds to tolerance and introspection. It is precisely because of understanding one's own shortcomings that a person can continue to improve, which is also a process that every actor must go through.
These regrets may come to mind at some point, but it is more important to put aside the past, focus on the present, and never forget the original intention. For every actor, dedicating oneself to the work and faithfully presenting each role is the only option to take this path.
Let's feel the coexistence of regrets and gains in our acting careers from the stories of the big stars.
Zhao Dan, a name that makes people think of "late bloomers" as soon as they mention it. The image of the historical hero he created on the screen is deeply rooted in the hearts of the people, but he also has an unattainable wish - to play a peasant.
In 1961, director Lu Ren prepared to adapt Li Zhun's novel "The Biography of Li Shuangshuang" into a movie, and the role of Sun Xiwang, the husband of the protagonist Li Shuangshuang, was vacant.
Few A-list stars like Zhao Dan will take the initiative to come to the door to fight for a supporting role, but after reading the script, he likes this simple and honest peasant image very much, and wants to play it desperately.
On the set, Zhao Dan expressed his thoughts to the director with great energy, and his eyes were full of excitement. His long-awaited role as a farmer is right in front of him, and this time he must grasp it.
However, after listening to Zhao Dan's request, the director looked embarrassed. He thinks that Zhao Dan's majestic performance style is not suitable for this simple role, and it is more appropriate to find an approachable actor to play it.
Zhao Dan nodded helplessly, his eyes could not hide his disappointment. He watched this close opportunity slip through his fingers like this, and his heart undoubtedly aroused great regret.
Later, this role was played by Zhong Xinghuo, and his pleasing performance won bursts of applause. Looking at the vivid Sun Xiwang on the screen, Zhao Dan couldn't help but sigh, maybe the director's decision was right.
Since then, the opinion that "Zhao Dan is not suitable for playing a farmer" has spread, and he has been unable to realize his desire to play a farmer.
When it comes to military themes, although many actresses have won the film in their glorious careers, they have never had the opportunity to show the demeanor of soldiers on the screen.
Wang Danfeng, the goddess in the hearts of thousands of girls. Her demeanor and otherworldly temperament perfectly interpret one after another soft and moving roles. But the bravery and strength of the military seem to be incompatible with her elegant and noble temperament.
So in Wang Danfeng's colorful screen career, we failed to see her heroic as a soldier.
In 1966, a military-themed movie "The Second Spring" started filming, and the heroine Liu Zhiyin was a female naval officer, which was undoubtedly a once-in-a-lifetime good role.
The crew invited the popular little flower Xie Fang to star for the first time, and she was both excited and nervous about this opportunity. However, just when Xie Fang was fully committed to preparing for this role, the movie was unfortunately cut in halfway.
When the film restarted filming 6 years later, the heroine was replaced by another actress. Missing such a rare military role is undoubtedly an eternal regret for Xie Fang.
Zhang Ruifang is a farmer with a thousand faces on the big screen, and her delicate portrayal of rural life allows the audience to see vivid rural women. But in her screen image, we also can't find a soldier.
Speaking of Wang Xiaotang, the first thing that flashes in everyone's mind is the cute and lively Yi girl Xiao Liying she played in "Mysterious Traveling Companion". She is good at playing ethnic minority women with different characteristics through her rich performance colors, which is deeply loved by the audience.
However, Wang Xiaotang's screen image seems to be missing an element - the sparkle of comedy.
In 1958, Wang Xiaotang entered Bayi Film Studio and began his career as a professional actor. In movies that reflect soldiers and soldiers, she has successfully created characters with distinct personalities with her delicate and sincere acting skills.
However, what she dreamed of was the opportunity to challenge a comedy role one day.
In between filming, Wang Xiaotang would watch comedies while pondering how to accurately grasp the rhythm of comedy. She hopes to try her hand at showing her lively and humorous side on screen.
Finally, director Xie Tian's new comedy film "The icing on the cake" brought her a chance to be a comedic heroine. Wang Xiaotang took the script excitedly and immediately put into preparation.
However, because of the time conflict with other films, she had to give up this rare opportunity.
Until his comeback, Wang Xiaotang did not encounter similar comedy roles again. The dream of comedy, which was close at hand, became a regret in her screen career. But she has no complaints, because actors must learn to love every role and devote themselves to every interpretation, which is her best expectation of herself.
Regrets are not divided between men and women, and every actor will have some missing roles on the way to chasing their screen dreams.
In the 50s of the 20th century, Tian Hua's talent and beauty made her a new generation of actresses. However, she once rubbed shoulders with Wang Jinfeng, the heroine of the classic old movie "Song of the Phoenix".
This role was eventually played by Zhang Ruifang, who had a more national temperament, and was a huge success. Missing such an important role is undoubtedly a lifelong regret for Tian Hua.
During the same period, Pang Xueqin's handsomeness and humor also made him popular on the screen. He is good at interpreting the image of literary and artistic youth, but he also missed the opportunity to play the actor Xiao Changchun in "Sunny Day".
This role was later successfully portrayed by the more enthusiastic and unrestrained Wang Longwen.
Every actor has their own regrets that are difficult to replicate, but it is these regrets that embellish their acting careers and make the success of each star even more valuable. Regret makes them learn to tolerate their shortcomings and maintain a humble and enterprising heart.
It also inspires us to learn to accept the regrets that inevitably arise in life, maintain a positive attitude, and move on.
An actor's life cannot be defined by one or two regrets. Regret is the only way for everyone to grow, and we can only take the extraordinary road of performing arts by looking at the present.
Whether it is Zhao Dan's unfulfilled dream of a farmer, or the role of a soldier that other actors have not been able to play, it is a small part of their acting career. We can't deny their tremendous contribution to the film industry just because of a few unfulfilled wishes.
Every excellent actor shines in the field he is good at, leaving countless classic roles. Regret cannot overshadow their remarkable achievements, but should be a window into a person's imperfections.
It also reminds us that a person's worth is far richer and more beautiful than a role.
Letting go of the past and devoting oneself to the work in front of you without distractions is the right attitude for professional actors. Only by playing every role wholeheartedly can they be worthy of their hearts and live up to everyone's expectations of them, which is also the only way for every actor to grow.