In the Hong Kong TV circle in the late 80s and early 90s, star-studded, handsome men and beautiful women vied to appear.
However, in this sea of stars, there is a seemingly ordinary actor who is working silently, waiting for his highlight moment. This person is Ouyang Zhenhua. With a unique appearance - with a big belly and a dangling brain shell, Ouyang Zhenhua has worked hard in obscurity in TVB for ten years.
Every time he stands in front of the camera, he has a heart that longs to be recognized, and strives to interpret every role, even if it is just a group performance. In the past ten years, Ouyang Zhenhua has always adhered to his dream, even if he does not have an eye-catching appearance, he believes that with his own strength, he will one day become an actor loved by the audience.
In 1992, the opportunity finally came. The producer of the "No. 1 Royal Court" series has a discerning eye and tailors the role of Yu Zaichun for Ouyang Zhenhua. When he put on a lawyer's robe for the first time and stood in the courtroom to make an impassioned speech, Ouyang Zhenhua seemed to have found his own stage.
Yu Zaichun, a righteous, jealous but slightly impulsive lawyer, perfectly fits Ouyang Zhenhua's own characteristics. In the "No. 1 Royal Court" series, Ouyang Zhenhua vividly interpreted Yu Zaichun's sense of justice and inner struggle.
When Yu Zaichun faced injustice, Ouyang Zhenhua's eyes flashed with sparks of anger; When he was in trouble, Ouyang Zhenhua was able to skillfully show the fragility of Yu Zaichun's heart.
This delicate performance made the audience deeply attracted to the role of Yu Zaichun. With the popularity of "No. 1 Royal Court", Ouyang Zhenhua's name began to be well-known to the audience. He used his acting skills to prove that he doesn't need a handsome appearance to become the protagonist in the hearts of the audience.
From a nobody to a first-line student of TVB, Ouyang Zhenhua finally ushered in his own spring with the spirit of sharpening a sword for ten years. This success not only made Ouyang Zhenhua have a qualitative leap in his acting career, but also strengthened his determination to continue to pursue his acting dream.
Since then, Ouyang Zhenhua has begun to emerge and gradually grow into a first-line student and ratings general of TVB, laying a solid foundation for his brilliant acting career in the future.
In Ouyang Zhenhua's acting career, the cooperation with Kwan Yonghe is a classic. This on-screen duo not only brought laughter to the audience, but also hid touching emotions in the laughter, becoming an indelible part of the memory of post-80s Hong Kong dramas.
In 1996, Ouyang Zhenhua and Kwan Yonghe collaborated for the first time in "Drunken Golden Branch". Ouyang Zhenhua plays the son of the Tang Dynasty general Guo Ziyi, a young man who lives in Changle Fang.
and Kwan Yonghe played the role of Princess Shengping who escaped from marriage with a maid. The encounter between the two in the play is full of comedy, but it hides the arrangement of fate. Ouyang Zhenhua vividly interpreted the role of Guo Hua.
When they first met, there was a mischievous glint in his eyes, and the corners of his mouth were slightly raised, revealing a bit of ruffianism. And when the relationship gradually warmed up, Ouyang Zhenhua was able to skillfully show the tenderness in Guo Hua's heart.
This delicate performance change makes the audience feel the sweetness of love while laughing. The success of "Drunken Golden Branch" not only made the audience remember this pair of "happy enemies", but also established the status of Ouyang Zhenhua and Guan Yonghe's golden partner.
The tacit cooperation between the two made this TV series adapted from a traditional drama wonderful, which made the audience gain a lot of joy in the warmth. With the afterglow of "Drunken Golden Branch", in 1998, Ouyang Zhenhua and Kwan Yonghe co-starred again in "Sister Tuogun".
This time, Ouyang Zhenhua plays Chen Xiaosheng, a police officer who was once a myth in the police world but turned civilian due to injury. Chen Xiaosheng's personality is very different from Guo Hua, but Ouyang Zhenhua still interprets this role well.
In "Sister Tuogun", Ouyang Zhenhua shows Chen Xiaosheng's multi-facetedness. In life, he is a humorous and optimistic person, giggling all day long; At work, he can keep a cool head and complete tasks efficiently.
Ouyang Zhenhua skillfully balances these two qualities to create a three-dimensional and plump character image. However, what worries the audience the most is the emotional line between Chen Xiaosheng and Zhu Su'e played by Kwan Yonghe.
The relationship between the two has touched the hearts of countless audiences. It's a pity that with Kwan Yonghe's withdrawal from "Sister Tuogun" in the third season, this relationship also came to an abrupt end, leaving countless viewers with regrets.
Although there have been other female characters around Chen Xiaosheng since then, such as Shen Qiao, Wei Yingzi, Fang Qing, etc., in the hearts of the audience, the most difficult thing to let go of is still the relationship between Chen Xiaosheng and Zhu Su'e that failed to achieve positive results.
This regret has just become the most moving part of this drama, and it has also become the most unforgettable memory of Ouyang Zhenhua and Guan Yonghe's cooperation. Ouyang Zhenhua's acting talent is not limited to modern dramas, he also shines in costume dramas.
1999's "Clearing Grievances" can be called a masterpiece of his ancient costumes, and it also allowed the audience to see Ouyang Zhenhua's multi-faceted acting skills across the past and the present. In "Clearing Grievances", Ouyang Zhenhua plays the Southern Song Dynasty forensic scientist Song Ci.
This role is very different from his previous image and requires him to show the temperament of an elegant scholar. Ouyang Zhenhua lived up to expectations and vividly interpreted Song Ci's wisdom and integrity.
When he focused on the autopsy and solving the case, his eyes flashed with wisdom, and his gestures showed the demeanor of an ancient scholar. The storyline of "Clearing Grievances" is equally fascinating.
Tang Si, played by Song Ci and Xuan Xuan, was framed as a death row prisoner by mistake, and the process of the two working together to clear their grievances was full of drama. Ouyang Zhenhua and Xuan Xuan's rivalry is wonderful, which adds a lot of highlights to this costume detective drama.
However, the sequel to "Clearing Grievances" brought an unexpected twist to the audience. It is said that because of scheduling reasons, Xuan Xuan failed to appear in "Clearing Grievances 2". The screenwriter immediately gave Tang Si and another female character, Nie Feng, an ending of being buried in the fire.
This arrangement caused dissatisfaction among many viewers at the time, and some people even joked that they wanted to send blades to the crew. Despite this, Ouyang Zhenhua's performance in the sequel is still excellent, continuing to interpret the charm of Song Ci's character.
The success of "Clearing Grievances" not only made Ouyang Zhenhua one of the most famous Song Ci actors, alongside mainland actor He Bing, but also opened the door to more costume dramas for him.
In the subsequent "Four Talents in Golden Suits", Ouyang Zhenhua made a new breakthrough. He played Li Bai as a suave and suave person, and vividly interpreted the talent and uninhibited uninhibited nature of this poet.
In addition, Ouyang Zhenhua also played the ancient Qing official Shi Shilun in "The Case of Shi Gongqi". He vividly showed Shi Shilun's righteousness and spirit of asking for the people's life, and once again proved his ability to control different types of costume roles.
From modern police officers to ancient officials, from forensic doctors to poets, Ouyang Zhenhua has completed time and space travel with his acting skills, leaving a deep impression in the hearts of the audience.
The success of these roles not only enriched Ouyang Zhenhua's acting career, but also injected new vitality into the costume themes of Hong Kong dramas. Returning to modern themes, Ouyang Zhenhua has also created many memorable roles, showing his multi-faceted acting skills in different types of dramas.
These roles cover elites from all walks of life, allowing the audience to see Ouyang Zhenhua's all-round strength as an actor. In "Negotiator", Ouyang Zhenhua played a calm and composed negotiator.
This role requires him to demonstrate the composure and wisdom of a professional. Ouyang Zhenhua performed the character's professionalism and inner drama just right, making the audience feel as if they saw a real negotiator dealing with the crisis.
His performance in the face of various complex situations in the play fully demonstrates the professionalism and humanity of the character. The Forensic Pioneer series is another popular work by Ouyang Zhenhua.
In this forensic-themed drama, Ouyang Zhenhua plays the role of forensic doctor Cheng Tiangu. This role requires him to show a professional, rigorous side, but also a humorous side of life.
Ouyang Zhenhua successfully balances these two qualities to create a forensic image that is both professional and humane. His seriousness in focusing on the investigation of the case in the play, as well as his sense of humor when interacting with his colleagues, left a deep impression on the audience.
In "Casino Storm", Ouyang Zhenhua has made a new breakthrough. He plays the gambling king Yin Zun, a self-made figure who dominates the shopping mall. This role gives Ouyang Zhenhua the opportunity to show the shrewdness and domineering of successful people.
He interpreted Yin Zun's self-confidence in the casino and decisive decision-making in the mall, making the audience feel the charm of a real casino tycoon.
In addition to these works, Ouyang Zhenhua also participated in other excellent modern dramas such as "Full House of Gold and Jade". In each of his works, he strives to delve into the characters, striving to perfectly combine the characteristics of different industries and the personalities of the characters.
From a negotiator to a forensic doctor, to a gambling king, Ouyang Zhenhua used his acting skills to interpret elites from all walks of life. His performances not only bring these characters to life, but also allow the audience to see the humanity behind the different professions.
Each role is a shining point in Ouyang Zhenhua's artistic career, and together constitute his colorful screen life. The success of these roles not only proves Ouyang Zhenhua's acting strength, but also enriches the audience's understanding of all walks of life in modern society, making Hong Kong dramas more in-depth and diversified in the exploration of modern themes.
For the post-80s generation, how can Ouyang Zhenhua be missing from the memories of Hong Kong dramas in childhood? His unique image - big belly and brain shell is particularly eye-catching among many handsome men and women.
Although he is not the most handsome, nor is he the biggest, every time his work is broadcast, there is always a group of loyal viewers waiting in front of the TV. Ouyang Zhenhua's charm does not lie in his appearance, but in the fact that every character he creates is lifelike and unforgettable.
Whether it is Guo Yu in "Drunken Golden Branch", Chen Xiaosheng in "Sister Tuogun", or Song Ci in "Clearing Grievances", they have all become the common memories of the post-80s. These roles cover a variety of genres such as ancient costumes, modern, comedy, and dramas, showing Ouyang Zhenhua's all-round acting skills.
When we look back, what comes to mind is not only the images of these characters, but also the soul that Ouyang Zhenhua injected into them. His acting skills make these characters flesh and blood, as if they are living all around us.
Through these characters, we also seem to see the shadow of Ouyang Zhenhua himself - humorous, honest, warm, and strong. The existence of Ouyang Zhenhua has made our memories of Hong Kong dramas more colorful.
He is like an old friend, who has accompanied us through childhood and youth, and has become a common memory for us. Whenever we revisit these classic Hong Kong dramas and see Ouyang Zhenhua's figure, we seem to have returned to that simple and beautiful era.
For the post-80s generation, Ouyang Zhenhua is not only an excellent actor, but also a symbol of the times. His works such as "Full of Gold and Jade", "Four Talents in Gold", "Negotiator", "Shi Gongqi Case", "Forensic Pioneer", "Casino Storm", etc., are all classics of that era.
These works not only entertained the audience, but also influenced the values and outlook on life of a generation to some extent. Nowadays, when we look back on the memories of Hong Kong dramas in our childhood, Ouyang Zhenhua's figure is always distinct.
With his efforts and talents, he carved a deep imprint in the collective memory of the post-80s generation and became an indispensable part of that era.