Zhang Yimou's TV protagonist, Zhao Liying
Zhao Liying would be the female lead in Zhang Yimou's first TV series," The Lead." This TV series was a 40-episode period drama, which told the story of Qin E's 50-year life experience. Zhao Liying played the role of the queen of Qin opera, Recalling Qin E, who had a complicated story. She was an ordinary peasant girl who had become a world-famous Qin opera actress through her own efforts. The collaboration with Zhang Yimou was highly anticipated, and the audience also had high expectations for Zhao Liying's outstanding performance in the movie "
Zhao Liying, Zhang Yimou
Zhao Liying and Zhang Yimou's movie was " The 20th." This movie was directed by Zhang Yimou, and Zhao Liying played the role of a deaf-mute person. Zhao Liying's performance in the film was highly praised. In order to play the role well, she put on earplugs as soon as she entered the set and did not talk to anyone to truly experience the life of a deaf and mute person. She also worked hard to learn sign language and finally perfectly interpreted the role of Hao Xiuping. Zhao Liying's participation was also the most eye-catching part of the movie. At the press conference, she shared the stage with Lei Jiayin, Zhang Yimou, and the others, showing a confident aura and a bright smile. Zhao Liying's acting skills had broken through her previous image and became a " cold beauty " for the role. This movie was destined to be a comedy for the Spring Festival.
Zhang Yimou on Zhao Liying
Zhang Yimou commented on Zhao Liying's performance in " Item 20," saying that she used her strength to interpret the word " actress," affirming her delicate handling of acting skills and accurate expression of the character's emotions. In addition, Zhang Yimou also praised Zhao Liying's acting skills and hoped to work with her again when he posted an article on his official Weibo to analyze the incident. Watching " Qiao Yan's Worries " wasn't enough. Everyone, please click to read the novel!
Zhao Liying starred in Zhang Yimou's movie
Zhao Liying was a guest star in Zhang Yimou's movie," This collaboration was a great opportunity for Zhao Liying, because being able to act in Zhang Yimou's work was the recognition and praise of the actors. Zhang Yimou specifically mentioned Zhao Liying's performance at the press conference and praised her breakthrough and leverage. This meant that Zhao Liying's role in the movie would be very obvious and would play an important role in maintaining the balance of the movie. Although the movie was a comedy, Zhao Liying's outstanding performance moved people and made them think. She showed her strength and charm as an excellent actress. Therefore, Zhao Liying's performance in Zhang Yimou's movie was highly anticipated.
Zhang Yimou and Zhao Liying joined hands
Zhang Yimou and Zhao Liying's first collaboration was a very successful attempt. Zhao Liying was invited to be the female lead of Zhang Yimou's first TV series, and the script had already been handed over to her. This collaboration was considered unprecedented because Zhang Yimou was a gold-medal director, while Zhao Liying was the queen of ratings for her ability, looks, and popularity. In this collaboration, Zhao Liying challenged the role of a deaf-mute character, demonstrating her outstanding acting skills and unlimited potential. Zhang Yimou was very satisfied with Zhao Liying's performance and looked forward to more exciting works in the future. Overall, this cooperation had contributed more to the development of the Chinese film industry.
Zhang Yimou and Zhao Liying won the grand prize
Zhao Liying and Zhang Yimou both won the 17th Asian Film Awards. Zhang Yimou received a lifetime achievement award in recognition of his outstanding contribution to Asian cinema. This was his second time winning the award after winning the Asian Film Outstanding Contribution Award in 2010 and the Best Director Award in 2021 for his film One Second. Zhao Liying won the AFA New Generation Award, which was an award that recognized the outstanding achievements of young Asian artists. In Zhang Yimou's movie," 20," she played a victim with hearing impairments who fought for the legal rights of her family. Her performance was considered simple, natural, and convincing, moving the audience. This was also the first time that the AFA New Generation Award was given to a Chinese artist. Zhao Liying became the first Chinese artist to win this award.
Zhao Liying wants to continue working with Zhang Yimou
Zhao Liying expressed her desire to continue working with Director Zhang Yimou on many occasions. On the red carpet of the Asian Film Awards, she expressed her hope to continue working with Director Zhang Yimou and explore more different roles. Zhao Liying also mentioned in the interview that the movie " 20 " that she had previously worked with Director Zhang Yimou had received the director's approval. She hoped to continue making movies and create different characters. Although there was no specific cooperation plan mentioned, Zhao Liying was looking forward to working with Director Zhang Yimou again.
Zhao Liying and Zhang Han's TV Series
Zhao Liying and Zhang Han had acted in a TV series called Shanshan Is Here.
Zhang Han and Zhao Liying's TV Series
Zhang Han and Zhao Liying had worked together on two TV series. The first one was 2014's Shanshan Is Here. The drama was about the love story between a small city employee, Xue Shanshan, and the big BOSS, Feng Teng. The second one was " The Perfect Lover of a Manly Woman ". There was no detailed information about the plot at the moment.
Actor in Zhang Yimou's TV Series " Protagonist "
The cast of Zhang Yimou's TV series " The Lead " included Zhao Liying, Yi Shou Qian Xi, Qin Hailu, and Zhang Jiayi.
Zhao Liying's TV Series
Zhao Liying starred in many TV series, including " The Wrong Couple,"" The Wind Blows the Summer," and " A Journey with the Phoenix." " The Wrong Couple " was an inspirational legendary TV series in ancient costume. It told the story of the grievances of the rich and powerful families in the late Northern Song Dynasty. " The Wind Blows the Summer " was a romance drama about starting a business, growing up, and love in the steel industry. And " Journey with the Phoenix " was an ancient Xianxia drama, telling the love story of Bi Cang King Shen Li and the Divine Lord Xing Zhi. Zhao Liying's acting skills and influence were recognized in these TV series. Other than that, she had other works such as 'Hua Qian Gu',' Chu Qiao's Biography 'and' You Fei'.