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At that time, Bi Yanjun was just an unknown actor, while Chen Xiaoxu played an inconspicuous announcer in the Anshan Repertory Theatre.
Their encounter was not love at first sight, but began on an ordinary day because of a copy of "Dream of Red Mansions".
Chen Xiaoxu has a soft spot for "Dream of the Red Chamber", a classic novel full of classical Chinese flavor that seems to have become a harbor for her soul.
And by chance, when the book was touched by the staff, Bi Yanjun's hand caught it in time, and at that moment, the eyes of the two intertwined, as if everything that followed.
With the passage of time, Chen Xiaoxu has become a high-profile popular actress, while Bi Yanjun is still an unknown drama actor.
On a sunny day in 1990, they walked into the palace of marriage hand in hand, vowing to stay together forever.
The days of their first wedding are always full of sweetness and anticipation, and the trivial things in life gradually erode their relationship.
In the third year of marriage, they did not quarrel frequently like many couples, but Chen Xiaoxu's indifference made Bi Yanjun feel lonely, as if the depths of his soul were shrouded in a layer of mist, which was difficult to touch.
Finally, Bi Yanjun couldn't stand this life anymore and filed for divorce.
They ended their 8-year marriage, each embarked on a different life path, and never crossed paths with each other again.
Personal life and career development
Bi Yanjun graduated from the Shanghai Theater Academy, and although his name is not a household name, the roles he plays in film and television works shine brightly.
During his work in Anshan Repertory Theatre, he created many classic roles with his outstanding acting skills, such as Lu Zhonglin in "Zhifeng War", Bai Yingxuan in "Mansion Gate", etc., each role is deeply rooted in the hearts of the people and unforgettable.
Although Bi Yanjun has been filming in a low-key manner and unassumingly, his enthusiasm and focus on acting have made him gain a firm foothold in the entertainment industry.
He may not be the male number one, but his outstanding performance has been well received and has earned him a loyal following.
In the process of chasing his dreams, Bi Yanjun chose a simple and ordinary life, he did not pursue fame and fortune, but focused on his career and lived in the hutongs of Beijing.
At the same time, Chen Xiaoxu chose a different path.
She is widely recognized for her role as Lin Daiyu in "Dream of Red Mansions", but she has encountered setbacks on the road to career development.
Turning to advertising, she showed remarkable business acumen and became a well-known local female advertising agency.
The impermanence of fate gave Chen Xiaoxu a heavy blow, the shadow of cancer loomed over her life, and finally she made an unexpected choice - to become a monk.
Reunion and parting
One day 17 years later, Bi Yanjun received a strange phone call, and the once familiar voice on the other end of the phone was Chen Xiaoxu.
This reunion was full of endless regrets and pain, Chen Xiaoxu's condition became more and more serious, she longed to meet Bi Yanjun, but fate played a cruel joke, and she failed to do so.
In the end, Bi Yanjun received the news of Chen Xiaoxu's death, and everything became an irretrievable past.
After Chen Xiaoxu passed away, Bi Yanjun chose another bland marriage and lived an ordinary life.
No matter what kind of life he lives, the thoughts and nostalgia for Chen Xiaoxu in his heart have never decreased.
In the dead of night, he will always immerse himself in memories alone, and the beautiful years about Chen Xiaoxu seem to be engraved in his heart and will never be erased.
As for Chen Xiaoxu, her departure left a heavy regret, and Bi Yanjun's unmarried life also made her apologize.
Maybe in another world, she will silently bless Bi Yanjun, hoping that he can find his own happiness.
Magnolia Award storm upgrade! National first-class actor Bi Yanjun spoke out and unveiled the "fig leaf" of the judges
In 2023, during the judging process of the Magnolia Award at the 28th Shanghai TV Festival, the public's attention and heated discussions will continue.
Some of the remarks and behaviors of the judges stirred up waves, and the well-known national first-class actor Bi Yanjun bravely lifted the "fig leaf" among the judges and pushed the controversy to a climax.
It is reported that during the review, Mr. Bi Yanjun pointed out the unfair behavior and prejudice of some judges, and accused some people of taking advantage of their authority, which undoubtedly had a serious impact on the fairness and objectivity of the review results.
He also revealed that some judges tend to suppress the work of new and emerging directors, while favoring veteran filmmakers and directors.
Mr. Bi's brave speech aroused a strong response from netizens.
Many netizens voiced their support for his opinion, believing that the judges should value the quality of the work itself and the real talent of the creator, rather than just focusing on fame and status, although some judges have countered or even attacked Mr. Bi's accusations.
As an internationally renowned film and television award, the Magnolia Award has been committed to promoting the prosperity of Chinese film and television art, but the fairness of the review has always been a controversial point.
Mr. Bi Yanjun's actions once again remind us of the importance and complexity of the judging work, and the judges should pay more attention to the quality of the works and the talent of the creators, and the results of the review need to be thoroughly discussed and weighed to ensure that they are fair and objective.
This is the key to maintaining the authority and influence of the Magnolia Award, and it is also a necessary condition for promoting the development of Chinese film and television art.
To sum up, the evaluation of the Magnolia Award has always been the center of attention in the industry, and Mr. Bi Yanjun's speech once again emphasized the importance of fair and objective evaluation.
It is hoped that each judge can carefully review each work in a fair heart, and jointly contribute to the prosperity and development of Chinese films and TV series.