516: Chapter 516 The Youngest TV King in Chinese Entertainment History

On the first day in Seoul, good news came from the far east: Lin Chuyan actually won the award at the Golden Maple Leaf Award ceremony.

Lin Chuyan watched the domestic live stream in the hotel, and there were three other people nominated alongside him.

To be honest, everyone acted very well, so giving the award to anyone would have been justifiable. But in terms of the show's popularity and buzz, "lotus lantern" and Lin Chuyan were definitely the highest among the nominees.

As for what the judges thought, Li Mujian told him afterwards: If it were given to Lin Chuyan... the significance would be greater.

It wasn't about riding his coattails, but because of Lin Chuyan's age. The Golden Maple Leaf had not had such a young actor nominated for Best Actor in a long time; counting back several editions, the youngest was already in his 30s.

Not to mention that this time, the youngest among the other nominees was 41 years old... Although this is the norm, giving it to Lin Chuyan represents a new generation, fresh blood, inheritance, and having successors.

This is very important.

As for controversy, there might have been some if it had gone to someone else, but Lin Chuyan's Acting in "lotus lantern" was truly obvious to all and impeccable.

Then what else is there to say?

Golden Maple Leaf Award Best Actor — Lin Chuyan, successfully won it with the role of Yang Jian!

Reason for the award: In the screen world where myth and reality intertwine, the character of Yang Jian, with his unique charm and profound emotional depth, became an indispensable soul character in the work "lotus lantern". Lin Chuyan, with his superb Acting, extremely high artistic creativity, and deep understanding of traditional culture and the character, successfully created a three-dimensional, vivid, and highly infectious image of Yang Jian, presenting the audience with a hero who possesses both the majesty of a god and the emotions of a mortal.

Well said, very well said.

Regarding this result, the netizens watching the live stream accepted it, and the online public opinion was generally friendly.

In previous years, the Best Actor of the Golden Maple Leaf was relatively controversial. But this time, the opinions of netizens reached an unexpectedly unified consensus, summarized in four words: Second Master deserves it.

Everyone still remembers how regrettable things were back then. Now that he has taken the Best Actor award, it can be considered a good ending.

However, netizens then thought of another thing: That is to say, Lin Chuyan is now... a Best Actor?

Holy crap, a 26-year-old Best Actor?

"Is it a bit too young? Who was it before?"

"Holy crap, could it be the youngest in history?"

"Found it, the youngest one before was 29!"

"Awesome! Congratulations to Lin Chuyan! The youngest Best Actor in the history of Chinese entertainment is born!"

"Congratulations to Lin Chuyan! Well deserved!"

"I just want to say: The TV circle is better without that bunch of people like Director Deng Yu playing tricks behind the scenes."

When Wu Yue heard the guest on stage read Lin Chuyan's name, he was already so excited that he jumped up from his seat and hugged Director Lin, who was sitting next to him...

Then he went on stage to read the acceptance speech that Lin Chuyan had prepared in advance.

As soon as he started, the people off-stage laughed.

"Thank you, Second Master."

"This honor does not belong to me alone, but to every partner who poured their heart and blood into the creation — thank you Director Lin, thank you to all the creators and staff of the "lotus lantern" crew. It is you who gave the myth warmth, allowed the story to traverse time and resonate with the audience."

"Thank you to all the audience who were willing to converse with this complex soul. It is you who allowed this thousand-year-old deity to achieve spiritual rebirth in the contemporary context, and it is you who allowed the legend of Erlang Shen to remain vivid after a thousand years. May we all see ourselves in the stories and touch eternity in the myths."

"Thank you to the organizers for this honor. This makes me even more convinced of one thing: When creators knock on classics with a devout heart, ancient stories will bloom with new light. The road of art has no end; may every one of us creators be like the Second Master, forever retaining the courage to split the chaos."

"Finally, may the future be like the light of the "lotus lantern" — even if the road ahead is dark, faith will never cease. Thank you, everyone!"

Yanzi is now also famous for loving to read and being eloquent. It could be seen from when he retorted to the reporter in Los Angeles. Now that these words have come out, the netizens watching the live stream are also a bit convinced.

"Why didn't he add the line "The light boat has passed ten thousand mountains"?"

"Comprehensive, he even thanked the Second Master, dying of laughter."

"Summary: First thank the character, then thank the crew, then thank the audience, then look to the future, and finally bless everyone!"

"The only regret: The person receiving the award is his agent."

The official "lotus lantern" account immediately forwarded the news of Lin Chuyan's award, and then took advantage of the momentum to launch some content that everyone did not expect.

The "lotus lantern" documentary was finally released, free to watch on all platforms.

This was the best timing: Lin Chuyan won Best Actor with "lotus lantern", and the "lotus lantern" documentary allowed everyone a chance to get a glimpse of the Best Actor's behind-the-scenes demeanor.

Netizens closed the live stream and instinctively opened B-site to watch it.

The documentary was conducted in the format of individual interviews + behind-the-scenes footage. As the absolute male lead of "lotus lantern", and naturally the core of the topic, netizens then saw how Lin Chuyan performed on set.

Talk is cheap. Although Entertainment Reporter Xiao Ba had already found a lot of evidence, including not only pictures but also a short video, none of it was as shocking as what the documentary brought to everyone.

Holy crap, Lin the Dog is playing for real.

What is this? The wire was hung over and over again. Even though he had already completed it very well, he still demanded so much of himself.

Also, it turns out he really couldn't do it at first. When he first hung on the wires, he actually fell on his butt? Laughing to death, and he was watched by a bunch of women.

Hardworking, too hardworking. From completely unable to do it to the final bamboo forest back-flip, Brother is really too hardworking.

And, this bamboo forest back-flip scene was actually Lin Chuyan's idea? Brother is too strong, not satisfied with the status quo, and brave enough to challenge himself.

Talking about the three-pointed double-edged spear, he really practiced it like an extension of his arm. It turns out there were so many fight scenes in the behind-the-scenes that weren't put into the final cut — Brother is really good at fight scenes, and he learned them earnestly. Professional, too professional.

Besides this, some people noticed his notebook — this is the notebook that Lin Chuyan carries with him. It was densely filled with his understanding of the character?

From "seven days of pursuit" to "lotus lantern", Brother wrote a whole book.

Looking at Change's interview, it was straightforward: "What is wrong with the screenwriter? Brother Chuyan is so handsome, why would I not like him?"

Who says not? The "lotus lantern" documentary recorded a more real Lin Chuyan, a side of Lin Chuyan that everyone doesn't usually see. And this other side, now it seems, is even more shining than him in front of the camera.

He is serious, hardworking, and meticulous about his work; he is humorous and approachable when facing the staff.

Thinking back to his acceptance speech at this moment...

Moved. Brother matches his words with deeds, he didn't brag.

Those who don't understand you only say you are the youngest Best Actor in the history of Chinese entertainment. Those who understand you know how hard it was for you to walk this path.