Chinese actor Geng Dayong, 45, recently shared that during his collaboration with 75-year-old actress Liu Xiaoqing on the film “Meng Bao Zhu Gong: Wu Shi Sui Hun Chong,” he was struck by her youthful energy.
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Chinese actress Liu Xiaoqing. Photo from Liu's Weibo |
"She still exudes a youthful energy, like a young woman," he said in an interview with Ifeng . "During our work together, I could feel that youthful vibe in her tone and subtle expressions."
The show launched on February 28th and comprises 57 episodes, with each episode being less than three minutes long. It targets middle-aged viewers and attracted tens of thousands of watchers on its first day.
While some praised the series for its dramatic appeal, others found the content formulaic, adhering to the popular trope of "a wealthy man falling in love with a poor woman." This theme has become widely popular in the Chinese short film industry over the past year.
Liu is a celebrated icon in Chinese cinema, known for her iconic roles in "Wu Zetian," "Huoshao Efang Gong," "Huo Fenghuang," "Hibiscus Town," and "A Dream of Red Mansions."
In a video posted to her social media last year, Liu shared that her 70s marked a time for new ventures, and she is open to exploring fresh opportunities. She believes she can still portray any character, except for male roles, adding: "Whether young or old, thin or fat, as long as it’s a role I haven’t done before, I can bring it to life."
Having spent 50 years in the industry, Liu primarily focuses on the distinctiveness of the character when choosing scripts, irrespective of the character's age or their role as a protagonist or antagonist.