In the world of TV dramas, every screen appearance is an opportunity for actors to communicate with the audience. Sometimes, the light of one protagonist is enough to light up the whole show, and sometimes, a supporting character, like the brightest star in the night sky, silently steals all attention. In TVB's classic "The Prodigal Son of the Border City", Cui Nong played by Zeng Huaqian is such a dazzling star.
Cuinong, a name contains the entanglement of rivers and lakes and emotions. Her unforgettable love for Fu Hongxue is as vivid and fierce as the word "Cui" in her name. The delicacy of emotions and the depth of the plot are vividly displayed under Zeng Huaqian's interpretation. It is undeniable that Zeng Huaqian has fulfilled her dream of appearing on the screen as the protagonist, and she has shaped Cuinong into a three-dimensional and charismatic character with her delicate and nuanced performances.
In the drama "The Prodigal Son of the Border City", another role played by Xie Ning has sprung up and become the focus of discussion. He is not a member of the protagonist's camp, but he has left an indelible mark on the play with his unique temperament and profound acting skills. It is like a plum blossom that blooms unexpectedly in the cold winter, although it is lonely, it is more and more fragrant and moving.
When it comes to why Shainin's supporting role can overshadow the light of the protagonist, perhaps the answer lies in his deep understanding and superb performance of the role. There is always a calm, calm and restrained temperament in the characters he plays, and even if he is speechless, it is enough to attract the audience's attention to his subtle changes in his eyes and colorful inner drama.
TV scripts are a temple of art built by directors and screenwriters, but in the end, it is up to the actors to fill in the emotions and vitality. Because of this, "The Prodigal Son of the Border City" has become a space for Zeng Huaqian and Xie Ning to jointly create historical memory; one interprets the pain of love and the tragedy of the rivers and lakes with deep affection, and the other shows the dramatic tension and performance depth with silence and low-key.
From this point of view, "The Prodigal Son of the Border City" is not only Zeng Huaqian's dream work, it is also a place where Shaining's kung fu and talent have won attention and recognition. The two excellent actors worked silently and carefully in front of and behind the screen, closely integrating themselves with the characters and engraved them in the hearts of the audience.
In fact, "The Prodigal Son of the Border City" gives us more in-depth thinking about film and television creation and performing arts. Whether the protagonist can occupy all the glory is not a foregone conclusion, and the supporting characters can also shake people's hearts with their presence and performance power. In this way, when creating and appreciating works of art, we should go beyond the limitations of traditional thinking – not limited to the division of the main match, not limited to the competition of ranking.
Success may have many definitions: for Zeng Huaqian, it may be a dream come true, and for Shaining, it may be against the current and widely praised. However, perhaps the most important thing in this story is not only the success itself, but also the sparks that are conveyed to the audience through art and kept in the hearts of the people—moving, thinking and good memories.
To sum up, "The Prodigal Son of the Border City" not only pampered Zeng Huaqian to bring her long-awaited protagonist stage, but also silently highlighted Shain's artistic charm that cannot be ignored. The series serves as a vehicle for both artists to express their talents and tell the story of emotional complexity, as well as a reminder of the dedication and perseverance behind each person who takes the stage, and to learn Xi discover the more authentic and powerful stories that lie behind the glittering aura.