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Preface
Young people may not know much about Wu Haiyan, but she was an extremely popular actress in the seventies and eighties. Known as "a flower in the film", her status in the film industry cannot be underestimated, and she has participated in many films and left a deep impression. Now, she has faded out of the film industry, and her life status is not well known to the outside world. Although she is no longer active on the silver screen, her influence and love of cinema are still remembered by industry insiders and fans.
An experience like no other
Wu Haiyan was born in Shanghai in 1954, and her parents were both people who loved literature and art. After his father retired from the army, he successfully founded and served as the director of the Shanghai Peking Opera Company by virtue of his experience as a regular cadre in the army. 's mother is an actor in the art troupe of the military region. In such a family atmosphere with strong literature and art, Wu Haiyan has developed a strong interest in literature and art since she was a child. Wu Haiyan has been studying Peking Opera since she was five years old, and she studied in a small class at the Shanghai Theatre Academy, where she was the youngest student in the class.
With the support of her family and the influence of artistic tradition, her artistic path was successfully paved. Wu Haiyan devoted herself to artistic practice, chose the drama academy to further her studies in the role of Dao Ma Dan, often did not go home for several days, and devoted herself to Peking Opera with all her might. As she grew older, her artistic foundation became more and more solid. She studied in the youth class of the Shanghai Peking Opera Company and was later sent to the Fujian Drama School for further study.
After six years of professional study, she was elected to the Fujian Peking Opera Troupe at the age of 11, becoming the youngest secondary school student in history. Wu Haiyan's childhood and adolescence were spent almost entirely on the stage and in the rehearsal room, and her stage life was gradually enriched with continuous study and practice. Her performance on the Peking Opera stage has become increasingly prominent, and her passion and dedication to the art are always evident whenever she takes the stage, adding luster to her acting career.
She has shown outstanding talent in many Peking Opera works, winning warm applause from the audience and high praise from the industry. Despite this, her mother always told her to go home during the holidays, and although she nodded yes, she was looking forward to the next reunion with her family.
Because of her cute appearance and outstanding talent, Wu Haiyan was loved by teachers and classmates, and her classmates called her "doll". After years of studying Peking Opera, Wu Haiyan has laid a solid foundation in this field. After graduating, she was assigned to the Fujian Peking Opera Troupe, where she began her professional career as a Peking Opera performer and played the leading role in several Peking Opera productions.
Career and love
After graduating, Wu Haiyan quickly joined the Peking Opera Troupe and frequently performed on stage. Her acting skills have been highly praised and attracted the attention of the director of Beijing Film Studio. Beijing Film Studio was preparing for the movie "Haixia" at the time, but it has not been able to determine the heroine. Wu Haiyan was performing "Ode to the Dragon River" at this time. She noticed a dignified and serious man on stage. She thought that another important person was coming, so she threw herself into the performance even more.
After the show, a man stopped her. Wu Haiyan looked up and was surprised to find that it was the man in the audience just now. The man asked politely: "Are you interested in acting in a movie?" Wu Haiyan wondered in her heart, is this person a director? Wu Haiyan thought for a moment, and finally nodded. At the same time, the casting of the film's heroine has not yet been decided, while there is a well-known actor Xie Fang on the shortlist.
However, the director ultimately chose Wu Haiyan. "Haixia" made her quickly popular. Zhang Xiaoshen not only often carefully prepared meals and delivered them to the crew during Wu Haiyan's work, making the crew colleagues mistakenly think that she was ordering food outside, but he also gave her great help when analyzing the role. When Wu Haiyan received an invitation to play the role of "The White Lotus" and felt unconfident about playing the role, Zhang Xiaoshen and her analyzed the script in depth and designed some actions that could better show the character's personality.
Wu Haiyan and Zhang Xiaoshen's encounter took place at a banquet, because both had worked at the Peking Opera Company, and soon found a common topic and quickly came together. Colleagues in the crew saw that Wu Haiyan's meals were varied every day, and jokingly asked her if her boyfriend made them. Wu Haiyan laughed and said that it was sent by a "friend". During the filming of "White Lotus", Wu Haiyan unfortunately suffered several accidents. Within a few days of joining the group, she was kicked in the head due to a horse that had lost control, resulting in several stitches.
In addition, during the filming of a horse riding scene, the horses galloped on the mountain road in panic due to the stimulation of the sound of explosions. Despite the critical situation, Wu Haiyan relied on her courage and professional skills to successfully control the situation and ensure her own safety. Subsequently, Wu Haiyan joined Shanghai Film Studio and successively shot many high-profile films, and her fame also rose.
What's going on now?
In Wu Haiyan's life, acting career has always been her unremitting pursuit. She was willing to let her skin be damaged in the blazing sun in order to perfect a character, and she never thought of backing down, even when her life was threatened. This love for art and unwavering perseverance have shaped her unique and classic image, which has won the love and admiration of countless audiences. With her persistence and hard work, she has created a legend that is celebrated.
However, in 2000, at the peak of her career, she chose to quit the film industry and devote herself to family life. Although this decision is regrettable to many, it may be that she is feeling extremely exhausted physically and mentally, and can no longer bear the pressure of continuous artistic creation. Despite retiring from the film industry, Wu Haiyan's later life was comfortable and peaceful. Her love for art continues, and in 2021 she even recorded a supporting video for a friend's documentary.
Although the years have left traces on her face, she still exudes extraordinary charm. As she grew older, Wu Haiyan decided to retire from the entertainment industry and instead devoted herself to writing scripts and shooting documentaries. Her documentary "Women in the Storm" was curated in a low-key creative style. Wu Haiyan, 69 years old, has enjoyed a peaceful retirement life, and lives a plain and loving life with her husband Zhang Xiaoshen.
Along the way, whenever Wu Haiyan undertakes new film and television works, she always discusses and delves into roles with her husband Zhang Xiaoshen, and the two have become emotional and career partners. Their married life was harmonious and happy, there were never quarrels or scandals, and they always maintained a close relationship.
Perhaps for Wu Haiyan, those days of glory and chasing fame and fortune in the spotlight are a thing of the past, and immersing herself in ordinary life is also a unique life experience. The two work hand in hand, become each other's spiritual pillars, achieve each other's careers and lives, and weave a soulful and happy life journey together.
epilogue
Titled "Actor Wu Haiyan: The Most Correct Choice in My Life Is to Marry a Compatible Senior Brother", this article outlines Wu Haiyan's life choices and their impact on her happy life. The article tells how Wu Haiyan met her senior brother in her acting career, and the two not only supported each other in their careers, but also deeply connected emotionally. Choosing to marry her brother is not only because of love, but also because she has found a partner who understands and supports her career and dreams.
This decision has greatly enhanced her quality of life and mental health, allowing her to be more focused and relentless in her acting career. In the article, Wu Haiyan shares how mutual respect and support in her married life has helped her maintain a positive attitude in the face of difficulties and challenges. Through her story, we can see that the right partner can not only bring happiness, but also be a strong backing for personal dreams to be realized.