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The journey of pursuing the dream of being an actor is undoubtedly full of setbacks and ups and downs. When his career was just beginning, actor Lu Haojiji suffered an unbearable blow - a sudden accident caused devastating damage to his appearance.
He is on a vacation to the beautiful Maldives with his father, Hai Yan. The young and handsome actor is full of endless anticipation for the future, and in pursuit of the so-called "natural tan" effect, he does not hesitate to spend long periods of time in the sun under the scorching summer sun.
Even though the sweat had soaked through his shirt and clung to his body, he still looked forward to the change of skin color with passion, eager to create the unique temperament that is characteristic of an artist.
Fate ruthlessly played a cruel joke on him. The end result, instead of giving him the desired healthy wheat complexion, resulted in severe peeling of his skin, leaving permanent scars that could not be erased.
When Lu Haojiji stared at the new face in the mirror, his eyes instantly lost their brilliance, and the smile on the corner of his mouth seemed to freeze.
Faced with this sudden disaster, he fell into unprecedented despair. As a young actor who pursues perfection, the heavy damage to his appearance has undoubtedly become a huge obstacle to his career development.
He never imagined that just a whimsical impulse would have to pay such a heavy price. The inferiority complex and self-doubt in his heart were like cold waves, hitting his willpower wave after wave.
To make matters worse, the situation deteriorated further after undergoing plastic surgery. Due to the doctor's operation error, the left side of Lu Haojiji's face was severely deformed, and the entire facial line became stiff as a stone, and the former chic style no longer existed.
His once handsome appearance has now been completely destroyed, which is undoubtedly the biggest obstacle he has encountered in pursuing his dream of being an actor.
Faced with such a heavy blow, Lu Hao Jiji completely fell into the abyss of despair. The fear and self-doubt in his heart were like a swirling snake, slowly but surely devouring his willpower.
Once upon a time, he had endless yearning for his acting career and boundless longing for the future. But now, a nightmarish reality is unfolding cruelly in front of him, he not only loses the glory and brilliance of being a top idol, but also loses the self-confidence and dignity he once had.
In the darkest moments of his life, suicidal thoughts wandered through his mind like a ghost. He began to question whether he still had the courage to face broken dreams again and again, and merciless blows again and again.
Perhaps, choosing to leave is the fastest and most direct way to liberation Fortunately, those relatives who loved him deeply noticed his abnormality at a critical moment and clung to his body that was about to fall into the abyss with their selfless love.
Although his father, Hai Yan, had to make an exception to secure an inconspicuous small role for him in the hit TV series, the audience reacted indifferently to his face distorted by illness, which made Lu Haojiji's life, which had already fallen into a low point, fall into an even more difficult situation again, and go through a painful and chaotic time.
He looked blankly at himself in the mirror, his face unrecognizable, with a glint of despair in his eyes.
Second, the director's career has emerged
Just when Lu Haojiji's life was in a desperate situation, 2015 became a major turning point in his fate. The 35-year-old young director bravely shouldered the heavy responsibility with great courage and determination, and with only the limited funds in his hands and unique innovative methods, he successfully created a ratings masterpiece that shocked the whole network - "The Promotion of the Crown Princess".
With an astonishing 2.7 billion views, this work created a myth in the field of online dramas, and at the same time brought a new ray of hope to his directorial career.
Although his popularity was not widely recognized at the time, and the shortage of funds was serious, he still kept a careful budget, strictly controlled various expenses, personally selected every prop and costume, and skillfully used blowers and other equipment to create a dreamlike scene.
On the surface, he is still the lonely little director, but deep down, his persistent pursuit of beautiful things has never been extinguished.
During the production process, he often sat alone on an empty set, staring at the images of the future in the lens. Although his appearance was incomplete, his eyes rekindled with unwavering conviction.
As long as you create with your heart, you will definitely be able to win the praise and recognition of the audience.
What is amazing is that this shocking TV series set off a magnificent response in the online world as soon as it debuted, and the leading actors also took this opportunity to quickly step into the national field of vision, and the scenery is infinite! Those who used to be sneering at Lu Haojiji's appearance have to be convinced by his extraordinary directing talent at this moment.
After the unprecedented success of "The Promotion of the Crown Princess", he stood in front of the mirror, examined his scarred face, and a confident smile involuntarily appeared on the corner of his mouth.
With the huge influence of this drama, Lu Haojiji regained his love for directing. Since then, he has continued to make efforts in the field of directing, and has directed many excellent works such as the urban drama "The General on Top" starring Ma Sichun and the warm drama "Old Dependent" that explores family ethics, which have won rave reviews from the audience, and his reputation has also risen.
There is no doubt that his career as a director has become a new starting point in his life, carrying all his dreams. From a teenager who was ridiculed as a "deformed monster" to a respected first-line director today, only he knows the hardships and difficulties along the way.
Lu Haojiji has never bowed to fate, he has interpreted the never-say-die philosophy of life with practical actions, as long as you have a dream in your heart, you will always have the courage to start again.
3. Switched to photography
Faced with a major setback in his acting career, Lu Haojiji was not depressed because of this, but resolutely chose to devote himself to the photography industry. With his tenacity and extraordinary talent, he quickly rose to prominence in this new field, eventually earning the reputation of one of the most outstanding masters of photography.
It is worth mentioning that the arrival of this important turning point in his life is inseparable from the guidance and support of Zhao Baogang, a famous director and close friend of Haiyan, Lu Haojiji's father. Zhao Baogang had a discerning eye and insight into this young man's incomparable love for the art of photography.
He boldly invited Lu Haojiji to join his crew as a camera assistant, and devoted himself to dealing with all kinds of complicated affairs.
Although he was initially a lonely little assistant, he showed no signs of pride and complacency. On the contrary, he has always been actively involved in the busy work of the crew, working hard day and night, showing extraordinary perseverance and superb cinematography.
When he holds the camera in his hand, he can always transform ordinary scenes into moving and profound artistic realms from a unique perspective that no one else can touch.
Over the years, he has demonstrated remarkable talent in the field of photography, with extraordinary color perception and a unique perspective and grandeur of his photographs, which have won him praise from both inside and outside the industry.
What was once a high-spirited young man has now grown into a well-known master in the industry.
thought it was an insurmountable "stumbling block", but it unexpectedly became a solid cornerstone for his career to rise again. As director Zhao Baogang said: "The scar is not a stain, but a unique mark given to you by God."
Only by appreciating and making good use of it can it be a help on your way forward" Lu Haojiji often recalls this proverb, and his heart is full of gratitude and pride.
From a ridiculed "freak freak" to a successful person who has climbed to the pinnacle of photographers, this transformation has not been easy. However, it was this arduous journey that forged his inner tenacity, and at the same time allowed his unique insight into beauty to shine.
He perfectly interprets the life creed of "overcoming obstacles and moving forward bravely" with practical actions.