In the bustling film and television industry, there is one name that has been in the limelight recently, and he is the versatile Dapeng. This actor who has performed well in many films has not only won the love of the audience with his superb acting skills, but also impressed people with his unique directorial talent.
Facts have proved that Dapeng has successfully managed the dual roles of actor and director, as if he has embarked on a broad and flat "broad road". However, is this road really as smooth sailing as the outside world sees it? How does Dapeng find a balance between these two completely different roles?
From "underestimated" to "counterattack king", Dapeng's "Annual Meeting Can't Stop!" 》How to break the box office curse?
When it comes to Dapeng, the first thing you may think of is his hilarious online comedies. But recently, this comedy talent used an unpopular movie "The Annual Party Can't Stop!" " achieved a magnificent counterattack at the box office, not only surpassing many blockbusters released in the same period, but also winning the hearts of the audience in terms of reputation.
Looking back at the beginning, "The annual meeting cannot be stopped!" "As soon as the trailer came out, many people shook their heads when they saw the old suits worn by Dapeng and Baike, thinking that this movie was just a bad movie under the banner of "beating workers." After all, in the star-studded film industry, Dapeng and Baike's box office appeal is not strong.
However, just when everyone is predicting high box office for blockbusters such as "Goldfinger" and "Stealth", "The Annual Party Can't Stop!" 》But like a dark horse, it broke out of the siege. Within a few days of
being released, the box office skyrocketed and its reputation continued to grow. Audiences who have watched it have said that this is the best comedy film in recent years. It not only makes people laugh from beginning to end, but also relieves stress in laughter.
So, what is the magic of this movie that makes the audience buy it so much? In fact, the answer is very simple, that is, Dapeng has identified the "pain points" of the audience. In this stressful time, everyone needs an outlet to release their emotions. "The annual meeting cannot be stopped!" " provides just such an opportunity for the audience to temporarily forget their troubles in a relaxed and pleasant atmosphere.
Of course, Dapeng’s success is not accidental. From the moment he entered the entertainment industry, he has been constantly trying and innovating. Whether it is an online comedy or a big screen work, he strives to be the best. It is this persistence and pursuit of art that allows him to stand out in the highly competitive entertainment industry.
Music dreamer who came out of the small town of Tonghua
Who would have thought that Dapeng, who laughed and cursed on the screen and gave directions on the director's chair, was once just an ordinary teenager with a music dream in the small town of Tonghua, Jilin? Oh, by the way, his name was not Dapeng at that time, his name was Dong Chengpeng, a name that is extremely strange to most people.
He comes from an ordinary family. His father works hard in a machinery factory and his mother performs life in the Pingju Opera Troupe. But it is such a seemingly ordinary family that gave birth to an extraordinary dream. Dapeng has been determined to become a singer since he was a child, and he wants to be like Huang Jiaju, who can write and sing, have his own band, and create popular songs.
Speaking of this, you may be thinking, is this child a whimsical person? But let me tell you, he didn't just talk. Dapeng has shown his extraordinary talent and persistent pursuit of music since he was a child.
He inherited his mother's good voice, as if he was born to sing. Moreover, he was not satisfied with just singing. He also taught himself various musical instruments, such as guitar, bass, drums...you name it, he could play it a few times.
During high school, Dapeng even formed a band with his classmates. Although that band may seem a bit immature now, in the small town at that time, they set off quite a music trend.
Whenever night falls, young people in the small town will gather together to listen to Dapeng and his band singing. In those days, Dapeng seemed to have truly become a star in the small town. People knew him and called him by name wherever he went.
Non-linear music and life from the construction site to the screen
While his peers were still worrying about the ratio of concrete and steel bars, Dapeng had already become famous on campus with his original music. At the age of 19, he won the silver medal in the "Jilin Provincial College Student Original Song Competition", and two years later he was awarded the honor of "Top Ten Singer-Songwriters in Jilin". Such achievements are enough to predict the rise of a new music star.
But fate seems to play tricks. Just when Dapeng thought his music dream was about to come true, he encountered the first major setback in his life - being cheated out of a record. 38,000 yuan was undoubtedly a huge sum of money for him as a recent graduate, but what he got in exchange was all in vain. The road to music seemed suddenly to be rocky.
As the saying goes, "a blessing in disguise is a blessing in disguise." Just when Dapeng felt that the future was bleak, a job opportunity from Sohu unexpectedly fell on his head. This was originally just a small episode in his life, but unexpectedly became a new starting point for his career.
From a temporary stand-in in "Celebrity Chat Room" to the official host of "Celebrity Online", Dapeng is becoming more and more stable in the hosting industry. His humor, wit and unique style have won recognition from both the audience and Sohu boss Zhang Chaoyang.
But Dapeng is not satisfied with this. He understood that although hosting gave him a stage to show himself, his real dream still lies in music and the screen further away. So, when his hosting career was at its peak, he chose to transform again - filming.
's transformation this time is undoubtedly more risky. After all, compared with professional actors, Dapeng is relatively inferior in terms of appearance and acting experience.
But just like his persistence in music, Dapeng also showed the same persistence and enthusiasm in his acting career. He is not afraid of starting from a small role, not afraid of being ignored and ridiculed, he is just afraid that his dream will be defeated by reality again.
The unconventional path from "Apprentice B" to "Pancake Man"
In 2010, Dapeng only left an insignificant figure on the screen - in the movie "Ocean Paradise", he played the role of "Apprentice B" Extremely small. But don't underestimate this "walk-on" player. For Dapeng, this is a stepping stone in his acting career and a solid foundation for him to gain a firm foothold in the future.
In the same year, fate seemed to be particularly favoring this young man. He was lucky enough to be accepted as the 53rd disciple of comedy master Zhao Benshan. Suddenly, Dapeng's social circle was opened up, and his comedy talent was ignited at this time.
In the next few years, Dapeng seems to have become a go-getter in the comedy world, and he can be seen in various comedy shows and movies. He fluttered in the ocean of comedy, not only honed his acting skills, but also gradually figured out his own comedy style.
In 2012, a German online drama called "Bomb Girl" gave Dapeng new inspiration. His eyes lit up and he thought: We can also make a web series like this! Thus, "Diaos Men" came into being. This web drama not only allows Dapeng to wear multiple hats - starring, director, screenwriter, and producer, but also demonstrates his outstanding ability to work alone.
Although each episode of "Diaos Men" is only a short 15 minutes, Dapeng has put in a lot of effort. The creativity of each episode must be novel and unique, not only to make the audience laugh, but also to have good interaction with the invited celebrity guests.
Only Dapeng himself knows the hardships and challenges best. But he did it, and once he did it, it was the Four Seasons. This web drama not only made Dapeng famous, but also made Qiao Shan and other actors popular.
The success of "Diaos Men" doubled Dapeng's confidence and also allowed the outside world to see his potential directing talents. So, in 2015, the first movie "Pancake Man" directed by Dapeng was born. This movie is small and big, with an investment of just over 10 million, but it ultimately earned a box office of 1.1 billion. Such results are quite good for a novice director.
However, the box office success did not hide the film's flaws.Although "Pancake Man" made a lot of money, its reputation suffered miserably. Dapeng was therefore labeled as a "bad film director". This shocked him, who had always been arrogant.
But Dapeng did not give up. He knows that he still has a long way to go as a director. Therefore, after "Pancake Man", he began to humbly ask other famous directors for advice and continue to learn and improve. He is willing to play even a small role in these directors' movies. Because he knows that only in this way can he grow faster.
From the little prince of comedy to the king of movies, his multi-faceted talents can finally be hidden!
Have you ever been amused by Dapeng's comedy? In "The Annual Meeting Can't Stop!" "In the carnival, he once again let us see his unique comedy charm. However, this is just the tip of the iceberg of his talent. Looking back on Dapeng's film and television career, you will find that he is no longer the kid who only acted in comedies.
Do you remember "Sewing Machine Band" directed by Dapeng in 2017? That movie not only showed his skillful control of comedy, but also revealed his deep thinking about dreams. Since then, netizens have begun to realize: Dapeng is not just about comedy.
What really amazed Dapeng was his performance in the 2021 literary film "Auspicious Ruyi". This film was not only shortlisted for two awards at the Shanghai International Film Festival, but also allowed people to see Dapeng's diverse talents as a director. It turns out that he can also make such touching and artistic films!
In the next few years, Dapeng seemed to be in trouble, and excellent works appeared frequently. In 2023, the two films he directed, "Keep You Safe" and "Hot", both involved new subject areas. Internet violence, hip-hop culture... these elements that seem to be completely different from Dapeng's style are cleverly integrated in his hands, presenting two novel and fascinating works.
As an actor, Dapeng also brought us countless surprises in 2023. In the suspense literary film "Unknown", he played the role of "Minister Tang" with a wavering attitude and full of inner drama; and in the movie "Keep You Safe" directed by himself, he transformed into a downcast but kind-hearted good father. Justice costs everything. The huge contrast between these characters not only tested Dapeng's acting skills, but also proved to the audience his infinite possibilities as an actor.
Of course, the biggest surprise that Dapeng gave us was the robbery and murderer "Chen Xinwen" played in "The Eighth Suspect". This role not only transformed his appearance, but also reached a new peak in his acting skills.
With this film, Dapeng won the "Best Actor" award at the 2023 Shanghai International Film Festival, and stood on the podium with Hu Ge. At this moment, everyone was proud of him.
Today's Dapeng is no longer the kid who could only act in comedy. He is able to switch freely between comedy and drama, and master various roles and themes with ease. He allows us to see the qualities that a truly outstanding actor and director should have: versatility, the courage to try, and constantly challenging himself.
Where will Dapeng go in the future? We have no way of knowing. But what is certain is that no matter which path he chooses to go down, it will be a broad road full of flowers and applause!
Because he has proven everything with his own strength and talent: Dapeng can not only fly higher and further, but also shine more dazzlingly in the vast sky of the film and television industry!
