Mentioning the Northeast-style drama "Country Love" directed by Zhao Benshan, who doesn't know about the "village beauty" level actors in it? Wang Yabin is one of the best, with graceful dancing and outstanding acting skills. But the strange thing is that just when the audience couldn't forget her and expected her to shine in subsequent episodes, she disappeared as if she had evaporated.
For many stars who want to make a name for themselves in the entertainment industry, becoming a disciple of a master like Zhao Benshan is undoubtedly the golden key to success. However, at this time of great success, Wang Yabin made a surprising decision - to leave Benshan Media. Why is this? Is there any unknown secret?
From the alleys of Tianjin to the stage in Beijing, Wang Yabin’s dance dream journey
In an unpretentious alley in Tianjin, Wang Yabin’s childhood was not spent in the sound of play, but in the company of the fragrance of medicine. As the only child in the family, she carried all the expectations and care of her parents, but in those days, she always seemed to be plagued by illness. The drawer is filled with all kinds of medicine bottles, which seem to be unique memories of her childhood.
"Why is this child always sick?" The sighs of his parents were especially clear at night. Night after night, they guarded her and felt heartbroken. Finally one day, an idea came to their minds: "Perhaps, dancing can make her body stronger."
So, when Wang Yabin was six years old, her life took a turn for the better. She was sent to a dance class at the Sanmao Art Troupe, where the children were all working hard for their dreams. At first, she only stepped into this strange world because of her parents' expectations, but soon she was deeply attracted by the magic of dance.
In the dance studio, she is always the most diligent one. Regardless of the harsh winter or scorching heat, she insists on getting up early every day to practice. Her feet left deep marks on the floor, a testament to her hard work. And her body seemed to have found new vitality in dancing, and the pain gradually moved away from her.
Wang Yabin's talent has been fully demonstrated in dance. In just a few years, she surpassed other children her age and even amazed her dance teachers. When she was nine years old, a bigger opportunity appeared in front of her - the admissions brochure of the Beijing Dance Academy.
It is a thin piece of paper, but it carries infinite possibilities for Wang Yabin’s future. Her parents held the brochure, filled with confusion and expectation. They knew that once decided, it would mean that Wang Yabin would embark on a challenging road.
In the end, they chose to believe Wang Yabin. And Wang Yabin did not disappoint them. She told them with a firm look: "I am going to Beijing and I want to dance."
On the day she left home, Wang Yabin's mother shed tears. She was reluctant to let her daughter leave her side at such a young age, but she also understood that for the sake of her daughter's future, she must learn to let go. In this way, Wang Yabin boarded the train to Beijing with dreams and expectations.
Self-disciplined dancer: The symphony of braised pork and peach and plum cups
On the campus of the High School Affiliated to Beijing Dance Academy, Wang Yabin always works harder than others. After six years of Chinese classical dance, she not only danced elegantly, but also incorporated the essence of modern dance and ballet into it.
Braised pork is a homely delicacy for most people, but for Wang Yabin, who studies dance, it is an elusive "forbidden fruit". Whenever her classmates were feasting in the cafeteria, she would always watch eagerly, meditating on those dance steps and rhythms in her mind, trying to use them to resist the alluring aroma.
But love can always find gaps. Every once in a while, Wang Yabin's father would come to see her with a thermos bucket containing braised pork cooked by her mother.
Every time, Wang Yabin just dipped his chopsticks into the soup, tasted it and smiled with satisfaction. Her father distressedly advised her to eat more pieces, but she always shook her head and refused because she knew that once she broke the precept, her previous self-discipline would be in vain.
’s self-discipline and persistence finally paid off when he was 13 years old. Wang Yabin danced gracefully in the Taoli Cup National Dance Competition and won the Outstanding Performance Award in one fell swoop. The teachers at the school were very proud of her and thought she was a natural dancer. But Wang Yabin knew in her heart that all this was achieved with her sweat and self-discipline.
However, dancing is not all she has. On the stage, she is a smart fairy; off the stage, she also has a wide range of interests and hobbies. Movies, singing, reading...she is involved in them all. Even like other little girls, she chases stars and buys celebrity posters.
Encounter on the Spring Festival Gala stage, the cross-border legend of the dancing goddess
When the bell rang for the 2003 CCTV Spring Festival Gala, the eyes of thousands of households were focused on the dazzling stage. Dance goddess Wang Yabin conquered the hearts of hundreds of millions of viewers with her song "Lion Dance in the East". At that time, she was like the brightest star in the night sky, so dazzling that no one could match her.
But who knew that behind this, she had actually already made a name for herself in the dance world. Hailed as a dance genius since she was a child, she was directly recommended to the Beijing Dance Academy at the age of 15 due to her outstanding performance, without having to go through the college entrance examination. After that, her dance career was like a mess. She could always be seen elegantly in national dance competitions, and she won trophies and honors one after another.
However, just when her dancing career was at its peak, fate brought her an unexpected turn. That was her encounter with the sketch king Zhao Benshan on the stage of the Spring Festival Gala.
At that time, Zhao Benshan was rehearsing the sketch intensively with Fan Wei, Gao Xiumin and others. Wang Yabin and her dance partners were silently pressing their legs and practicing in a corner not far away. After more than a dozen rehearsals, Wang Yabin and Zhao Benshan gradually became familiar with each other. Every time they meet, the two will nod to each other, and their simple greetings reveal their appreciation for each other.
Zhao Benshan took a fancy to Wang Yabin's dancing talent and professionalism, so he sent an invitation to the young dancer, hoping that she could join his Liaoning Folk Art Troupe and provide guidance for young people who also love dance. Wang Yabin readily agreed, and this was the beginning of her cross-border legend.
During his days in the Liaoning Folk Art Troupe, Wang Yabin not only taught his dance skills to others, but also learned many valuable experiences about performance and life from older artists such as Zhao Benshan. Her dance art found a broader stage and deeper soil here.
The intersection between Wang Yabin and Zhang Yimou dates back to 1998. At that time, Zhang Yimou was invited to direct the opera "Turandot" at the Florence Opera House in Italy. When selecting a young dancer, he immediately took a fancy to this beautiful girl with outstanding dancing skills. During rehearsals, Wang Yabin always asked Zhang Yimou for his autograph. The small book full of Zhang Yimou's name became her most precious memory.
A few years later, when Zhang Yimou was planning to shoot the movie "House of Flying Daggers", he once again thought of the little girl who once made him laugh and cry. This time, Wang Yabin joined the crew as a choreographer, injecting new vitality into the film's dance scenes.
The legend behind Zhang Ziyi's stunning dance
On the big screen in 2004, Zhang Ziyi's song "The Immortal Guiding the Way" became the shining pearl in "House of Flying Daggers", and the audience was fascinated by it. But what few people know is that behind this dance lies Wang Yabin’s silent dedication.
At that time, Zhang Yimou frowned when facing this difficult dance. When playing the drum in Shuixiu, listen to the sound and identify the position. There can be no mistakes in every detail. When Zhang Yimou was in trouble, someone recommended Wang Yabin to him. Zhang Yimou recognized this girl at a glance: "Oh, aren't you the little girl who always asks me for autographs?"
Wang Yabin, with his solid dance skills and outstanding creative ability, not only choreographed this dance for Zhang Ziyi, but also performed it himself , completed one of the difficult actions. Although Zhang Ziyi also had a background in dancing, she had to submit to Wang Yabin.
After the movie was released, Zhang Ziyi's dance became a classic in the hearts of the audience. But few people know that behind this is Wang Yabin’s hard work. Her talent and hard work also attracted the attention of Zhao Benshan, which paved the way for her future acting career.
Wang Yabin is not complacent about this. She still loves dancing and is also full of yearning for the profession of actor. While dancing, she filmed the TV series "Red Shoes in the Army" and applied for the Beijing Film Academy, determined to continue on the road of acting.
A crossover legend from dancer to screen star
Recalling "Wang Xiaomeng" in "Country Love Story", who would have thought that the actress behind this role was once a top dancer? Wang Yabin's name has long been well-known in the dance circle, but in the film and television industry, she is an out-and-out newcomer.
However, the gears of fate always turn inadvertently. Zhao Benshan, a giant in the entertainment industry, accidentally discovered Wang Yabin's acting talent when filming "Ma Dashuai 3".
Every look in her eyes and every movement reveal her unique aura. Zhao Benshan secretly admired and arranged a role for her, and Wang Yabin did not disappoint him. Zhao Benshan was very satisfied with her performance.
Time flies, when Zhao Benshan was preparing "Country Love Story", he thought of Wang Yabin again. This time, he tailor-made the role of "Wang Xiaomeng" for her.
However, for Wang Yabin, this is both an opportunity and a challenge. She has never been a heroine, let alone cooperating with a big star like Zhao Benshan. Even her parents were worried about her: "You are a dancer, can you do it?"
Wang Yabin herself was not sure, but there was a voice in her heart telling her: You can do it. In order to play this role well, she went to the countryside several months in advance to experience life. Wearing a vest, she basked in the sun and observed life in the countryside. Her skin became darker, but her eyes grew brighter.
When "Country Love" was broadcast, "Wang Xiaomeng" played by Wang Yabin was deeply rooted in the hearts of the people. The audience was moved by her simplicity and sincerity, and she became an instant hit. When filming the second part, Zhao Benshan still firmly chose Wang Yabin. He knew that only she could interpret the soul of "Wang Xiaomeng".
Wang Yabin is a unique sight in the crew. She pressed her legs while reciting her lines, often attracting side glances from other actors. But as time went by, everyone gradually got used to it, and even began to admire her perseverance and talent.
They forgot that Wang Yabin is actually a dancer, but on the screen, she has used her own strength to prove that she can also become an excellent actor.
A frequent visitor to the Spring Festival Gala, he jumped out of the shadow of "Wang Xiaomeng" to pursue his dance dream
When the audience on the street called out "Wang Xiaomeng" affectionately, Wang Yabin's heart was complicated. This name, like a warm label, brought her fame and recognition, but at the same time it was like a heavy shackles, restricting her flight as a dancer.
Few people know that the woman who danced gracefully on the Spring Festival evening and gave the audience shocking dances such as "Flowing Clouds and Flowing Water" and "Flying to Spring" for four consecutive years is actually an artist who has already made a name for herself in the dance world.
In 2009, Wang Yabin stood at a crossroads in life. After graduating from Beijing Film Academy with a master's degree in film and television performance creation, her future is full of infinite possibilities.
But dancing has always been her inner love and pursuit. The instructor's worries and suggestions were like a beacon, lighting up her path forward: "After dancing for so many years, you must not lose your way."
Just when Wang Yabin was struggling with how to balance dance and acting career , fate seems to have given her a clear guidance. The invitation from the Edinburgh Theater Festival and the opportunity to perform in "A Midsummer Night's Dream" made her resolutely choose dance and declined Zhao Benshan's invitation to "Country Love 3".
This was not because she was at odds with Zhao Benshan or because she disliked the low pay, as speculated by the outside world. It was her persistence and love for dance that made her make such a choice.
Wang Yabin made great efforts and sacrifices for her dream of dancing. She founded her own dance studio, Yabin Dance Studio, and invested all her earnings from acting into this dream. Despite the financial constraints, she still insisted on leading the team to perform and create at the same time, using all the income to support the development of the dance career.
Her efforts have paid off. The dance drama series "Yabin and Her Friends" has received widespread praise and recognition, and the musical "Memory of the Prairie" has won the Five One Project Outstanding Dance Drama Award. These honors and achievements are the best recognition of Wang Yabin’s talent and hard work.
Dance with Chinese soul, persistence and love
Back in 2016, Wang Yabin’s name caused a sensation in the dance world. That year, she was invited to become the choreographer of the English National Ballet's dance drama "She Said m-dao", becoming the first Chinese among the main creative staff of the dance company.
This is not only an affirmation of her personal talent, but also a recognition of Chinese dance art. Subsequently, she won the Olivier Award for Stage Arts "Outstanding Achievement in Dance" for her outstanding creation and performance.
However, Wang Yabin’s dance journey has not been smooth sailing. Faced with the glitz and temptation of the entertainment industry, she once faced difficult choices. Many people think that giving up the opportunity of film and television dramas and sticking to the dance path is a kind of "loss". But Wang Yabin never regrets, because she knows that the love in her heart is the courage and motivation for her to move forward.
In her dance works, we can see her deep love for traditional Chinese culture. Whether it is the bravery and tenderness in "Mulan Returns" or the grace and romance in "Spring River Flowers on a Moonlit Night", she has used dance to spread Chinese stories further afield. Her dance is not only a display of body control and skills, but also the inheritance and expression of culture and emotions.
Some people say that Wang Yabin became famous because of the role of "Wang Xiaomeng", but her achievements go far beyond that. She has proved with her own hard work and talent that she is the unique Wang Yabin, both on the stage and in life. Her success is not achieved by the light of others, but by her own hard work and persistence.
Today, Wang Yabin has starred in and choreographed nearly 50 dance dramas, and her works have received widespread praise and attention at home and abroad. She uses her dance to tell the story of China, convey Chinese culture, and also show her talent and charm.
Looking back on the past, Wang Yabin’s dance journey was full of hardships and challenges, but she never gave up on her dreams and love. For her, dance is not only a form of artistic expression, but also a life attitude and spiritual pursuit.
In the days to come, we believe that she will continue to use her dance to interpret more beautiful stories and emotions, and will also bring us more surprises and touches.
