1. The once prosperous and brilliant Hong Kong film industry is now only left with the afterglow of the sunset
There was a glorious historical moment in the Hong Kong film industry. At that time, many stars on the screen were in full swing, and the film and television masterpieces starring them were colorful and deeply loved by the public.
It was at that time that countless talented veteran actors emerged, creating countless classic roles that are deeply rooted in the hearts of people with their perfect acting skills, which have become the eternal memory of a generation.
However, time flies, and the circumstances of those veteran actors who were once world-renowned in their later years are very different. Some people are lonely and can only live alone, some people are already in their old age, even if they fall and get injured, they are lonely, and some people are unable to receive timely and effective medical treatment because of their lack of resources.
Witnessing their current living conditions is like flipping through a yellowed old photo album, which freezes the glory of the Hong Kong film industry, but the cracks in the photos also reveal the cruel and ruthless historical changes.
These sad pictures are heart-wrenching, and they are full of deep sympathy and regret for the later life of the older generation of actors.
Second, the style of the past is still the same, and today it is unbearable
recalled Qin Huang, who played the old urchin Zhou Botong, and his lively and lovely temperament was like the characters in the novel, which won the enthusiastic pursuit of the audience.
However, now this Qin Huang, who is over the age of old, is only left with pale hair and a bloated body. He even teased himself on the show that he had lost 30 pounds in order to maintain his health.
is also full of emotion, as well as the martial arts superstar Liu Jiahui of the year. When he was young, with his excellent martial arts skills, he showed wonderful performances in many films such as "Shaolin Thirty-six Rooms" and "Martial Arts Hall".
However, the 66-year-old Lau Ka-fai is already like an old man in his eighties and nineties, with his hair scattered and his steps faltering.
Looking at the appearance of these two heroic and vigorous actors in the past, in stark contrast to the heroic posture of the past, it is unbelievable that they are the same person. In the past, it was in its prime, but now only the tired and decadent face remains.
3. The absence of relatives has become the biggest regret in life
After years of vicissitudes, lonely companionship has long become the norm in the lives of many old artists. Xia Ping, who is worth a hundred times, has experienced the tricks of fate in a long time, and even slipped and fell due to an accident at home alone, falling into silence for up to ten hours, without anyone noticing.
Fortunately, the concerned phone call from the staff of TVB unexpectedly revealed the predicament she was facing, so that she could finally be treated in time.
The honorable Ms. Xia Ping, an outstanding actress who won the "Thousands of Glory Awards", was unable to be accompanied by her biological children in the last stage of her life, only her godson Lin Jiadong always stayed by her side and gave her endless love.
The same situation also happened to Yu Mulian, a seriously ill veteran actor, who lives alone as an elderly person with no children and no daughters, but fortunately she has friends who often visit and accompany her to the hospital, otherwise she really can't imagine how to face those difficult days alone.
What's even more embarrassing is that Paul Che, who had left Hong Kong due to tensions with TVB due to contract disputes, when his elderly mother passed away, he couldn't even afford enough funeral expenses, so he could only seek assistance from all walks of life to raise funds to arrange for his mother's death.
Witnessing what happened to these old actors, people couldn't help but sigh. They used to be peerless in the entertainment industry, but in their later years, they were unaccompanied, lonely and lonely, and even their loved ones ignored them, which is undoubtedly heart-wrenching.
Fourth, the unknown suffering behind the brilliance
Mr. Ng Yiu-hon, a legendary figure in the Hong Kong comedy industry in the last century, has co-created a number of classic comedy films with Jackie Chan, and his career is booming, and his family life has been happy.
However, who would have expected that at the age of 82, he would have no children to do his filial piety, so he could only spend the last days of his life alone.
Similar to the fate of Mr. Wu Yaohan, there is also Lu Haipeng, who is known as the "hero behind the scenes". With his exceptional talent, he made a name for himself on the show "Happy Tonight", but later he was forced to leave Hong Kong due to misconduct, and his career has been in decline ever since.
What is even more worrying is that the elderly Lo Hoi-pang was unable to receive the necessary treatment due to financial constraints, but thanks to the generosity of two close friends, Louis Koo and Johnny To, he was admitted to the hospital for treatment.
From the peak to the trough, the life journey of these old drama bones is magnificent, but behind the glory is countless bitterness and hardship. Their experiences make us deeply feel the impermanence of fate, and at the same time, they also make us cherish everything we have in front of us even more.
Fifth, a dramatic reversal, the former glory is no more!
When we look at those once dazzling movie stars, such as Lau Ka-fai, Qin Huang and other outstanding actors who are aging and may face health problems due to aging and obesity, we can't help but think deeply, what about those who are ruthlessly devoured by illness?
Zheng Zeshi, a famous artist who once won the hearts of the people with his "fat cat" image, had to work hard day and night in order to repay his huge debts. Although he finally paid off his debts after a difficult time, this extremely overdrawn lifestyle undoubtedly completely destroyed the foundation of his health.
In recent years, Zheng Zeshi's figure has become thinner and thinner, and his head full of silver threads is telling that his health is deteriorating.
However, what is more worrying is TVB veteran actor Yu Ziming. Unfortunately, he suffered an ischemic stroke, which paralyzed half of his body and prevented him from walking, and he had to rely on a wheelchair for a long time. , an artist who has created many classic roles in many classic dramas such as "Fengshen Bang" and "The Legend of Deer and Ding", is embarrassed that his current situation is similar to that of the past.
Known as the "golden supporting role", the old drama bone yellow shrimp also had a bumpy fate. Although he performed well in many film and television works when he was young, at the age of 76, he could not resist the invasion of illness after all.
After a stroke, it was extremely difficult to move and ended up spending the last days of your life in a nursing home.
Witnessing the lonely scene of these once smash hit old drama bones, people can't help but sigh at the impermanence of life. They have used their lives to interpret the profound philosophy of "between gains and losses, the cycle goes back and forth", which makes us cherish everything in front of us even more.
6. Conclusion, warn the world and cherish the present!
This group of movie stars of the older generation used to be the backbone of supporting the prosperity of Hong Kong's film industry. With their superb acting skills, they presented many unforgettable classic characters and touching storylines to the audience.
However, time flies, and now seeing their situation in their later years is really sad. The double predicament of body and family made them suffer in their later life. Some people are bedridden due to limited mobility, some are lonely and lonely without their children and relatives, and some are unable to receive timely and effective medical treatment due to financial constraints.
These sad scenes are like a mirror that illuminates the warmth and coldness of the times, making us deeply aware of the fragility and preciousness of life.
What is unforeseeable is how will our destiny run in that unknown future? Today, when we have not yet learned how to be grateful and are not yet able to properly manage our lives and interpersonal relationships, imagine whether it is possible for us to become "old drama bones" abandoned by the times in the near future?