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In the entertainment industry, there are many memorable stars, such as Bruce Lee and Stephen Chow, who have taken "Chinese Kung Fu" and "Nonsensical" to the extreme, respectively, and become an icon of the times. However, when it comes to acting, there is an old actor who has an unforgettable performance style of half crying and half laughing, he is You Benchang, who plays Jigong with his excellent acting skills and leaves a deep impression on the audience.
You Benchang: 52 years old for the first time
You Benchang made his debut at the age of 52, and after 79 harlequins, he finally became famous. Although he has experienced a career of nearly 20 years, his passion for acting has never waned. The popular phrase "shoes and hats are torn, and the robes on the body are torn" are still sung by thousands of households. Even though he lost all his family property due to investment failure in his later years, he has regained popularity in recent years with his dedication to art.
Filming Jigong: Encounter three strange things
The filming of "Jigong" was an unexpected joy for You Benchang. At first, he was reluctant to steal the scene with the students, but after seeing the sincere attitude of the crew, he finally took the role. However, during the filming, three strange and unbelievable things happened.
The mystery of the white butterfly
The crew was worried about a shot, hoping to show Jigong's magical realm of manipulating natural creatures. While everyone was racking their brains, a white butterfly suddenly flew over and gently landed on the fan in You Benchang's hand. This butterfly then flew around You Benchang, as if he had really summoned him. This bizarre scene does not require any post-production special effects, and directly becomes a vivid picture of butterflies dancing in the TV series.
Magical weather
During the shooting, it was necessary to encounter rainy weather for a scene in the rain, but at that time there was no artificial rain equipment as advanced as now. However, whenever it was necessary to shoot these scenes, the sky would "rain" in time to help the crew complete the task smoothly. After the filming is over, the sky will immediately clear again, as if it is cooperating with them. At one point, filming was completely halted due to heavy rain from a typhoon, which the Meteorological Bureau predicted would last for several days. However, after You Benchang recited the phrase "the rain stops", the rain miraculously stopped, and the sky cleared, which made everyone feel incredible.
You Benchang's explanation
You Benchang was unaware of these three strange things, but he modestly thought that perhaps the public's faith played a subtle role. After the filming, he not only actively participated in public welfare, but also became a monk, with the legal name "Juechang". To this day, these three strange things still cannot be explained by science, and some people even rumor that he is the reincarnation of Jigong and has inherited supernatural powers.
The spirit of performing arts and the development of the film and television industry
In the 80s of the 20th century, countless popular classic dramas emerged in China. Despite the difficult production conditions and the fact that many advanced technologies have not yet appeared, it is precisely because of the pure heart and awe of the crew that they regard each work as their mission that it is possible to create a masterpiece that millions of viewers will love to put down. It is with the dedication and persistence of these ancestors that China's film and television industry has been able to develop by leaps and bounds and achieve its later glory.
You Benchang's unremitting efforts and attitude towards life
Today, the 90-year-old You Benchang still insists on working every day, proving the belief that "life is endless, dreams are not old" with practical actions. Perhaps it is this spirit that makes him an "old drama bone" in the real sense, allowing the audience to remember him and let future generations admire his pure heart and craftsman soul. His story shows us that no matter what age you are, your dedication and love for art can overcome all obstacles and achieve an outstanding acting career.
Through You Benchang's experience, we see that an actor is not only creating a character on the screen, but also interpreting his loyalty to art in real life. His story makes people think deeply, art is a manifestation of vitality, it transcends the limitations of time, and achieves the legend of an old actor. In the vigorous development of the contemporary film and television industry, we should learn from the spirit of our predecessors, regard creation as a responsibility, interpret every role with our hearts, and dedicate more classics to the audience.
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