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On a sunny morning in May 2024, Tian Qiwen sat alone and quietly in an open-air café in Shallow Water Bay, Hong Kong.
In front of him was a cup of coffee that was gradually cooling, and his slightly confused eyes were fixed in the bustling crowd outside the window.
The bright sunlight shines through the glass on his slightly vicissitudes of life, as if reminiscing about the long-lost years.
At this time, his mind seemed to have leaped to the early summer of 1994, when Tian Qiwen, who was only 33 years old, was going all out to prepare for an intense audition for an insignificant role in the movie "Jiupin Sesame Official".
On the day of the audition, he stepped into the set in high spirits, strictly followed the director's instructions, and lay quietly in an inconspicuous corner.
Soon after, a small, sharp-eyed middle-aged man walked into the set — he was Stephen Chow, the film's director.
There was silence on set, except for the cameras. Suddenly, Stephen Chow held a long wooden clip in his hand and began to perform an impromptu "autopsy" performance.
In the face of such a cruel scene, anyone could not help but let out a painful wail, but Tian Qiwen always remained silent, just lying quietly in place, his eyes firm and persistent.
After the audition, Stephen Chow cast a look full of doubts: "I pinched you with all my strength just now, don't you really feel the slightest pain?" Tian Qiwen smiled slightly, and replied with a resolute look in his eyes: "This is my awe of the profession of an actor."
I will never interrupt or question a single detail or part of the script until the director calls it a halt."
Stephen Chow was deeply touched by his words and had a strong interest and appreciation for this small role actor.
Since then, Tian Qiwen has left a deep impression on Stephen Chow and laid a solid foundation for their future cooperationIn 1996, Tian Qiwen officially joined Stephen Chow's newly founded Starlight Overseas Co., Ltd., starting a journey of close cooperation and deep friendship for 13 years.
Looking back on the time when he joined Xinghui, Tian Qiwen said in a sincere and firm tone: "I deeply feel that it is not easy to meet a few like-minded confidants and friends in life, do many things really need to be measured by money or other material conditions? When Xing Ye was just preparing to set up the company, he enthusiastically invited me to join his team.
In fact, since Tian Qiwen was born, his life journey can be described as going through ups and downs and stumbling. Born in 1961 in the bustling city of Hong Kong, he has had an insatiable yearning for and a passionate pursuit of his dream career since he was a child.
By the time he was just 13 years old, he had already shown a remarkable talent for weaving the blueprint of his ideals.
Time flies, and in a blink of an eye, at the age of 18, Tian Qiwen resolutely stepped into Hong Kong TVB - a stage carrying countless dreams with unwavering faith and fearless courage.
Starting from the front-line work behind the scenes, he has gone through countless trials and tribulations.
After years of hard work, he finally won the rare opportunity to participate in the reality TV show "Left and Right", albeit only as an extra.
However, it was this experience that laid a solid foundation for his future foray into the film industry.
Looking back on the past, Tian Qiwen is still deeply pleased with the decision to bravely step into the entertainment industry.
It was an important step towards his ideal life, and it was also the beginning of his acquaintance with Stephen Chow and becoming close friends.
Since joining Rastar Overseas Co., Ltd., Tian Qiwen has devoted himself to his work like a hungry cheetah.
Over the next 13 years, he successfully played a variety of roles as an actor, director, and logistics and publicity, showing the world his rich and diverse talents.
What's even more rare is that in these long years, Tian Qiwen has always been by Stephen Chow's side, whether it is work or life, he has done his best to act as Xing Ye's right-hand man.
"Xing Ye has a special fear of the dark, so every time he goes out to shoot, we always choose to live in the same room.
Tian Qiwen recalled so affectionately, his tone was full of deep love, "He takes his work extremely seriously and responsibly, but the small flaws in life make people happy."
Whether it is in the grasp of the creative direction or the handling of the details of life, Tian Qiwen is conscientious and does his best to meet the psychological needs of this close friend.
He used practical actions to interpret the cherishing and care of this deep friendship.
However, unexpectedly, in 2009, Tian Qiwen finally chose to part ways with Xinghui, ending their 13-year side by side.
For this move, he has his own unique and profound life philosophy.
"I'm a person who does things, and once I have acquired a new skill, I don't hesitate to leave and take on a new challenge.
It was only in Xinghui that I was able to stick to it for 13 years.
Tian Qiwen affectionately analyzed: "This unforgettable time has had a profound and lasting impact on me, and what I have gained is undoubtedly something I never imagined before.
The value of this deep friendship is immeasurable by any material treatment" His eyes were resolute and persistent, determined to write an eternal footnote to this friendship, however, in fact, this does not mean the end, but rather symbolizes the beginning of a new journey.
Although the contract relationship with Xinghui was ended, Tian Qiwen did not alienate Stephen Chow because of this. On the contrary, in the long years that followed, he was like the most solid patron saint of this best friend, standing up countless times to defend Stephen Chow against abuse and rumors from the outside world and escort him.
The entertainment industry has always been full of rumors and right and wrong, and Stephen Chow has also become one of the targets of attack. Some unconfirmed rumors have portrayed him as a "short-tempered" and "aloof" detached person.
In the face of these suspicions and doubts, Tian Qiwen has always stood firmly on Stephen Chow's side, and responded to those untruths in a humorous way: "I actually don't know anything about the gossip news of Xingye."
In addition to verbal support, Tian Qiwen also went all out to help his friend's work in practical actions.
For example, when "The New King of Comedy" was released in 2019, he actively participated in the creative development of the film and became Stephen Chow's right-hand man and strong backing.
Tian Qiwen's behavior has won the appreciation and support of his peers in the industry. The famous actor Jackie Chan once angrily accused those rumor-mongers: "Do you really want to see Xing Ye leave this world? It's unbelievable to misunderstand him so much! He resolutely spoke up for their friendship and fought side by side with Tian Qiwen against the enemy.
In the eyes of Jackie Chan and many other people, Tian Qiwen has long surpassed Stephen Chow's status as a work assistant and has become his confidant, mentor, and patron saint on the road of his career.
With such a force like him, who will always be silently behind him, Stephen Chow can move forward bravely and forge ahead without fear.
In fact, as early as the age of 18, Tian Qiwen was fully prepared to chase his dreams. That year, with the determination and courage to change his fate, he stepped into Hong Kong TVB with firm steps and started his artistic journey.
Since stepping into the behind-the-scenes stage of the film and television industry, Tian Qiwen has gone through countless hardships and obstacles and paid endless hard work.
After a long period of grinding and accumulation, he finally got the opportunity to make a name for himself in the popular variety show "Left and Right Neighbors", although he only participated as an extra, but this undoubtedly laid a solid foundation for him to enter the film field.
Looking back on the past turbulent years, Tian Qiwen is full of deep gratitude and happiness for his decision to resolutely devote himself to the entertainment industry.
This is not only an important step for him to realize his ideal life, but also the beginning of a deep friendship between him and his best friend Stephen Chow.
At the same time, Stephen Chow's acting career is even more bumpy and rugged. From an unknown character to a comedy master, he has completed this gorgeous transformation step by step with unwavering faith and insatiable spirit of exploration.
Even though his career has climbed to the top, Stephen Chow still chooses to take on the heavy responsibility of the film industry alone, and always sticks to the road of art and walks alone.
It is worth mentioning that the birth of this classic line actually originated from an unintentional move by Tian Qiwen back then.
On the shooting set, due to his frequent coughing, his physical condition was worrying, and he had to ask the director for frank help.
However, unexpectedly, his unique expression of "coughing up from the lungs" was highly appreciated by Stephen Chow, and then cleverly integrated into the plot of the movie.
It is no wonder that two artists with tenacity and independent thinking ability complement each other on the road of art, and it is no wonder that they will stir up unprecedented sparks on this road.
Time flies, time flies. Looking back on the journey of the two in the art world again, Tian Qiwen felt a lot of emotion.
"Although I entered the film industry a few years earlier than Xing Ye, I sincerely admire his persistent love for the film industry and his ultimate pursuit of art.
Tian Qiwen's words are sincere.
Looking back, they were just two of the many dreamers in the vibrant city of Hong Kong, but with a passionate heart, they finally wrote their own glorious chapter.
Hong Kong, a land of talents, has endowed them with countless precious growth opportunities and broad development space.
It was here that they met and eventually worked together to create a friendship that will last forever.
Every time I look back at the past, whether it is immersed in the memories of my youth or the beautiful expectations for the future artistic dreams, Tian Qiwen and Stephen Chow are filled with an incomparably harmonious and perfectly fitting atmosphere.
They have a natural artistic talent, but they are also full of perseverance and perseverance to constantly surpass themselves.
This extremely rare tacit cooperation has undoubtedly become a key factor for them to support each other and make progress together in their artistic journey.
From their unswerving struggle, to the difficulties encountered in the development of their careers, to the brilliant achievements and their reputation for centuries, they are undoubtedly the best partners to go through the ups and downs together and share the glory.
Tian Qiwen looked at the coffee that was gradually cooling in front of him, and said with emotion: "It is undoubtedly a great blessing in my life to be fortunate enough to meet Xingye.
We have been in the same boat and moving forward hand in hand in the world of movies, and we have experienced countless exciting moments together, which is really exciting to be my eternal best friend with him, which is really a blessing for me to cultivate in three lifetimes! ”。