In China in 1987, a TV series became a common memory for countless viewers. That is "Dream of Red Mansions" adapted from Cao Xueqin's famous book. Its broadcast not only brought a new interpretation of literature, but also sparked a discussion about beauty. Who is the first beautiful man in the play? This topic is still hotly discussed today.
From north to south, actor selection traveled all over the country. Through layers of auditions, the selected actors receive intensive training. From their speech and demeanor to their acting skills, they strive to be close to the original characters. In this process, two actors stood out, they were Hou Changrong and Gao Hongliang.
The audience's eyes are bright. Everyone's discussion of "the first handsome man of the Red Mansion" presented a situation of a hundred schools of thought contending. Some people think that it should be Hou Changrong, who is as tender as water, and some people think that Gao Hongliang's masculine beauty is better.
Hou Changrong's appearance is obvious in the play. With his excellent interpretation of the two roles of Liu Xianglian and King Beijing, he captured the hearts of many fans. And Gao Hongliang used his unique interpretation method to play the role of Jia Lian, which also won the love of the audience.
Among the many roles, Jia Yun played by Wu Xiaodong originally had a good appearance. However, due to skin problems, his appearance has been discounted in the hearts of the audience. In comparison, the status of Hou and Gao's beautiful men seems to be more stable.
Time flies, and the 87 version of "Dream of Red Mansions" is still talked about today. Its charm lies not only in the careful adaptation that is faithful to the original book, but also in the classic performances of the actors. This drama has become an immortal classic in the history of Chinese television.
And Ouyang Fenqiang, who played Jia Baoyu back then, did not hesitate to undergo plastic surgery in order to better integrate into the role. His sacrifice and hard work make the character of Jia Baoyu more lifelike.
The crew is not only the cradle of art, but also the harbor of emotion. Hou Changrong and Gao Hongliang found their true love here. Their married life is happy and happy, and people can't help but be moved.
Looking back at the original role selection, Hou Changrong was originally a candidate for Jia Baoyu. But in the end, because his height did not match the character setting, he played Liu Xianglian and King Beijing instead. Such a change also allowed the audience to see his different acting styles.
Although Hou Changrong and Gao Hongliang have achieved success in their careers, they have not become as popular as some stars. Perhaps, their lives are like a long classical music, not impatient or impatient, but heart-to-heart.
This reminiscence of "The First Beautiful Man in Red Mansions" is not only a reflection on beauty, but also a tribute to the classics. And in this discussion about appearance, everyone has their own answer in their hearts.