Preamble:
This "topic queen" who used to be scandalous is now crying netizens because of a small act of kindness, which makes everyone see the rare kindness in the entertainment industry.
What made her transform? Was it marriage that allowed her to find a belonging, or did time precipitate her inner character?
"Military Sister-in-law" Zhang Xinyu: From the queen of scandals to low-key kindness
In a reality show in 2017, Zhang Xinyu met her current military husband He Jie.
He Jie is handsome and golden, but he also has a tenacious character, and Zhang Xinyu is deeply attracted to him.
The emotions of the two in the show warmed up, and the story of coming together was fully watched by netizens.
The outside world was not optimistic about this relationship at first, and there were countless comments such as "hype" and "just playing".
At that time, Zhang Xinyu was in the period of rising career and popularity, and such a relationship with a disparity in status made many people speculate that it was just a gimmick for her to create heat.
However, Zhang Xinyu didn't care about these discussions, she already had a choice in her heart.
He Jie's bright eyes made her see the sincerity, and she was willing to give up her fame and fortune to live a simple and happy life with this man.
Marriage came quickly and unexpectedly.
In August 2018, Zhang Xinyu posted her marriage certificate with He Jie on Weibo, which caused a sensation in the outside world.
Everyone is speculating about the authenticity and durability of this marriage, and some malicious statements even predict that "divorce will occur in less than a year".
But Zhang Xinyu used her actions to prove her loyalty to this relationship in the following days.
Outside of her work in the circle, she rarely appears in public again.
Zhang Xinyu began to live a low-key and introverted life, gathering with family and friends, or traveling with He Jie, and there was no more lace news on social platforms.
After marriage, Zhang Xinyu's personality has also quietly changed, and she no longer chases fame, fortune and topics as before.
In the face of the pointing of public opinion, the identity of the star and the title of "military wife", she also behaved extremely indifferently.
Once in the publicity of the show, in the scene where she was shouted "military wife" by the public, Zhang Xinyu just smiled and waved her hand.
Afterwards, she wrote on Weibo that she did not dare to claim the identity of a military wife, which required her to continue to work hard and study.
She began to integrate into a military family and struggled to adjust to her husband's career days in the military.
This is enough to see that after marriage, Zhang Xinyu has become more humble and low-key, and her attitude towards life is more positive and cheerful.
Now her small act of kindness is like a mirror, allowing everyone to see the true colors of her heart.
The kindness in the 8-second video made her re-recognized by the public
On January 10, 2024, a video of only 8 seconds quietly circulated online.
The video shows an old man with a hobbled and hunched back carrying several bulging bags filled with colorful balloons.
It's the tool he uses to make a living, and it's the hope he relies on for a living.
The old man in the shot has a wrinkled face, and his body is clumped and deformed from years of hard work.
But in order to make a living, he still endured the pain of moving and selling through the streets.
This makes people feel distressed about his situation.
In the last scene of the video, Zhang Xinyu picked up a Pikachu balloon, which she had just bought from the old man.
This small act of kindness has earned her tens of thousands of comments and praises on the Internet.
"I never thought that any star would post this kind of video", "Her eyes saw the suffering of the world"...... The comment area is full of emotion and admiration.
Many netizens have said that there are people in the entertainment industry who pay attention to the suffering of the people and understand the dedication of putting themselves in the shoes of others.
In fact, for Zhang Xinyu, who is a public figure, a balloon of a few dollars is nothing.
But her behavior has inspired and touched countless people.
It breaks people's stereotype of "star = high", and shows everyone that artists can also have a sincere and kind side.
What's even more touching is that it is said that the old man selling balloons in the video is Zhang Xinyu's biological father.
He was old and frail, and in order to earn a living, he had to carry a heavy burden to set up a stall on the street.
And his daughter Zhang Xinyu, who is now a well-known star, still cares about his life silently.
This kind of excellent acting skills makes many comments sigh, and the love of the family is not obvious without a microprocessor.
Zhang Xinyu in the act of kindness made other stars in the entertainment industry embarrassed
If Zhang Xinyu's act of kindness is just an 8-second episode, then it is enough to make other stars in the entertainment industry embarrassed.
Many artists are trapped in the whirlpool of Vanity Fair, high above and empty-eyed.
They forget that they are just ordinary people, and they will have suffering and weakness.
The incident of Liu Lu making trouble at the train station is one example.
She ignored the rules by relying on her status as a star, and asked the staff to "pay attention to her words", as if she was the master of the world.
Such people abound in the circle, and they use a swaggering attitude to blackmail others, as if the word star has become a glory that they are eager for.
But Zhang Xinyu is different, although she is in a high position, she is not a little arrogant.
The 8-second video reveals her true temperament - humility, sincerity, and contentment.
Even a well-known star, in the face of vulnerable groups, she does not hesitate to care for and help.
This kind of low-key and introverted and helpful act of kindness is really rare, and it makes other stars embarrassed.
Many comments sighed that it would be nice if all the artists in the entertainment industry were such a character as Zhang Xinyu.
What else can we do as public figures?
Zhang Xinyu's video is only a simple 8 seconds, but it shows her sincere and kind side.
This kind of kindness is not difficult and everyone can emulate, but in this materialistic age, it seems so valuable.
As public figures, celebrities have the power to frame values and lead fashion.
Their words and deeds will have a profound impact on the public.
We look forward to the emergence of more artists like Zhang Xinyu who have positive energy and are not pretentious in the future.
You say, what else can we do as public figures? Perhaps, each of us can start by ourselves and exert a small influence around us.
Caring for those in need around you and spreading positive information will make this society warmer.
If everyone can do it with their hearts and come together, it will be a great power.
Epilogue:
Zhang Xin's small act of kindness to her conveyed great positive energy to us.
Each of us doesn't have to be a big star to do what we can.
This is the source of changing the world, and it is the direction that all of us should pursue.
No matter where you and I are, please keep a kind heart and warm this land with little deeds.