In the big dye vat of the entertainment industry, there are always some puzzling phenomena. Some people seem to become the focus of the public overnight, and can set off a wave of craze with just a wave of the hand, followed by the screams and pursuit of fans.
But the strange thing is that these seemingly unparalleled stars have been unable to come up with any decent new works. Their names are often listed on hot searches, but upon closer inspection, their actual exposure does not seem to be high.
This makes people wonder: What happened to these celebrities? Is it because their acting skills are poor or because they lack resources? Or is there some other reason that makes their journey in the entertainment industry so bumpy? Is this really just a "virtual fire" that looks prosperous but is actually empty?
Li Xian
When the official announcement of "National Beauty" was like a depth bomb dropped into the lake of the entertainment industry, Li Xian's name was once again pushed to the forefront among the ripples.
Four years, in the entertainment industry, is enough for a star to fall from the top or rise from the bottom. For Li Xian, the past four years seem to be full of twists and turns and unknowns.
Looking back at the beginning, "Dear, Beloved" made Han Shangyan, played by Li Xian, the "current boyfriend" in the hearts of countless fans. His "overbearing president-style" love affair with Yang Zi ignited a raging fire on the screen, not only detonating hot searches, but also filling the short video platform with imitated BGM. At that time, Li Xian was in the limelight.
But the situation in the entertainment industry is unpredictable. When the popularity of "Dear, Beloved" gradually faded, although Li Xian collaborated with big-name stars such as Liu Yifei in works such as "Where the Wind Is" and "Life Is Like the First Time We Met", they were never able to regain their original glory.
Until the appearance of "National Beauty", it was supposed to be a good opportunity for Li Xian to make a comeback, but his second collaboration with Yang Zi caused dissatisfaction among fans.
Issues such as resource allocation and role positioning have triggered heated debates in the comment area and social platforms. Amid this turmoil, Li Xian chose to remain silent. He did not publicly express his position, did not stand for any party, and just suffered all this silently.
This kind of silence is undoubtedly a harm to fans. They felt ignored and betrayed, so they chose to quit being fans. Li Xian's reputation has suffered an unprecedented blow, and his popularity has also declined.
Now, "National Beauty" has officially started filming and is scheduled to be released in 2025. For Li Xian, this work is undoubtedly the key to his return to the top. I hope he can conquer the hearts of the audience again with his strength and acting skills.
Huo Jianhua
When the screen in 2024 is lit up by "Flowers", the names of actors such as Hu Ge will once again be discussed heatedly. Huo Jianhua, who once worked hand in hand with Hu Ge, seems to have faded out of the public eye for a long time. How is that handsome guy with a "model face" who once fascinated countless female fans? How is he doing now?
I remember Huo Jianhua, who debuted in Taipei, and made his debut with "Dolphin Bay Lovers". Domestic entertainment audiences began to notice this handsome face. And when he played the role of Xu Changqing in "Legend of Sword and Fairy III", his affectionate performance made his popularity soar. His appearance in period costumes is unrivaled. At the peak of his appearance, he could even be photographed without makeup. This is a state that many actors dream of.
In those years, Huo Jianhua’s film and television works were treasured by everyone. Gu Qingming in "Battle of Changsha", Zhu Qizhen in "The Legend of the Female Doctor Mingfei", and Bai Zihua in "A Thousand Bones of Flowers", each character is impressive. The coexistence of his acting skills and good looks has allowed him to work steadily in the film and television industry, gradually accumulating high popularity and good reputation.
However, his marriage to Ruby Lin seemed to be a turning point in his career. Some netizens speculated that marriage reduced his resources and the quality of his works was not as good as before.
But some people believe that marriage makes Huo Jianhua more mature and stable, and he is willing to pay more for his family. No matter what the truth is, we cannot deny that competition in the entertainment industry is indeed cruel, and if you are not careful, you may be overtaken by latecomers.
But Huo Jianhua did not give up. It is reported that his new work "Why Is He Still Single" has been completed and will be presented to the audience in the form of an online drama together with Zhu Zhu. Does this mean he will regain his lost glory?
The old Huo Jianhua is back. With new works and constant enthusiasm, we are ready to conquer the hearts of the audience again. Maybe he is no longer young, but the maturity and charm that time has given him are enough to make people look forward to his performance in the future. Let us wait and see how Huo Jianhua writes his legend again.
Luhan
On January 1, 2024, a new song called "1.1" was launched on major music platforms and quickly occupied the top of the hot search list. The singer of this song is none other than the familiar Lu Han. The young man who once dominated the entertainment industry and fell into a trough once again has now returned to the public eye with his music.
Back then, Lu Han made his debut as a trainee of a Korean boy band. With his outstanding appearance and talent, he quickly made a name for himself in the entertainment industry. After returning to China, he became a top star in domestic entertainment. His position as the number one chatter on Weibo has been occupied by him all year round. At that time, Lu Han was enjoying great success, with a steady stream of advertising endorsements and film and television resources.
His performance on the big screen is also remarkable, starring in many big-budget films such as "20 Again" and "I Am a Witness". At the same time, it has also been involved in the field of TV dramas, and works such as "The Chosen One" and "Sweet Crit" have achieved good results. However, just when his career was at its peak, a sudden love affair became public and plunged his career into a trough.
In 2017, Lu Han disclosed his relationship with Guan Xiaotong on social platforms. This news was like a bombshell and caused an uproar in the fan circle. Countless fans of
expressed disappointment and anger. Overnight, his number of fans dropped by one million. The disclosure of this love affair not only had a huge impact on Lu Han's popularity, but also had a profound impact on his film and television career.
The output and quality of his works began to decline year by year. The movie "Shanghai Fortress" in which he starred was even more popular and was hailed as "the worst movie of the year". For a time, Lu Han's acting career fell into an unprecedented low.
However, in the face of doubts and criticism from the outside world, he did not choose to escape or remain silent. Instead, he chose to face it calmly and use actions to overcome doubts.
He admitted his relationship and did not hide it like other artists. This frankness and courage allowed people to see his responsibility and domineering attitude as a Beijing man.
Although there have been fewer works in recent years, Lu Han has not given up on his original aspirations and dreams. He is still active in variety shows and song creation, trying to find his own breakthrough.
Zhang Han
Speaking of Zhang Han, the first thing you may think of is the title of "Tangzhu", or the image of the "greasy boss" who has been complained about by netizens. But did you know that in his early years, he is the youthful memory in the hearts of many people born in the 1990s?
I think back then, the movie "Let's Watch the Meteor Shower" became popular all over the country. Murong Yunhai, played by Zhang Han, came out with his own background music. It captivated the hearts of many girls! Although this drama is a remake of the Taiwanese version of "Meteor Garden", Zhang Han's performance is still remarkable. After
, he also had an outstanding performance in the movie "Wolf Warrior 2", which allowed people to see another side of his acting skills.
But, I don’t know since when, Zhang Han’s acting career seems to have gone astray. He started to go down the road of "greasy boss" forever. Those distorted expressions, exaggerated makeup, and earthy love words that made people feel embarrassed and panicked, really made people unable to help but cover their faces. ah!
Let’s just talk about the "Gentlemen of East Eighth District" released in early 2023. It is said to be a masterpiece of "Ten years of sharpening a sword". What is the result? It only attracted complaints and ridicule from netizens. People's Daily Online couldn't help but comment that it was "cliché", "out of touch with reality" and "insincere".This drama is really mind-blowing!
Netizens also discovered that Zhang Han's "greasy boss style" can be seen in many of his previous film and television works. The phrase "Are you playing hard to get with me" in "The Classic of Mountains and Seas: Legend of the Red Shadow" and the exaggerated makeup are so embarrassing that it almost makes people suffer from embarrassment.
To be honest, when I see Zhang Han now, I can’t help but sigh: Time, what have you done to him? How did the former youth idol become what he is now?
But having said that, although Zhang Han's current image is highly controversial, his acting skills and strength are still of a certain level. After all, you can't be in the entertainment industry for so many years without some real skills.
Therefore, it is not impossible for Zhang Han to rely on his acting skills and strength to clear his name. It just depends on whether he can choose scripts and roles well. Don't let those "greasy boss" images ruin your acting career!
I heard that Zhang Han was also invited to participate in the "2024 Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Spring Festival Gala" on February 10, 2024. I wonder what kind of performance he will bring to us this time?
Jia Nailiang
On the short video platform, Jia Nailiang appears frequently and talks endlessly about promoting products. People can't help but wonder, when did this former screen niche become a regular customer of live broadcasts? Is it really true to that sentence: The ultimate destination of celebrities is to sell goods through live broadcasts?
Looking back on the divorce turmoil between Jia Nailiang and Li Xiaolu, five full years have passed. During that time, Jia Nailiang's acting career seemed to have suffered a heavy blow and fell into a trough. However, Li Xiaolu's "hair-doing" incident unexpectedly pushed him to the forefront of public opinion, transforming him from a "soft rice man" into a sympathetic "good gentleman."
After this incident, Jia Nailiang seemed to have found a new direction in life. He began to frequently participate in variety shows, and he has appeared in popular programs such as "Extreme Challenge" and "Ace vs. Ace". At the same time, his film and television works have become less and less. Except for "SWAT Team" released in 2019, it is almost difficult to see his screen performance.
However, just when people gradually forgot about his identity as an actor, Jia Nailiang appeared in front of the public with a new image of a goods anchor. In the live broadcast room, he promoted various products eloquently, as if he had become a professional anchor. However, in the process, he also caused dissatisfaction and doubts among netizens due to product quality issues.
Online live broadcasting is a "hot" industry on the Internet today, and it is understandable that celebrities want a piece of the pie. However, as public figures, they should pay more attention to the quality of products and services, rather than relying solely on their star influence to consume the enthusiasm and trust of fans. Otherwise, when the public's reputation collectively collapses, the audience popularity accumulated over the years will also dissipate.
Jia Nailiang’s transformation from actor to anchor may be an important decision in his life. But no matter what, we all hope that he can cherish his feathers, take every job seriously, do it and cherish it!
Artists’ journey to stardom and self-proof
It’s really sad to have a glimpse of the roller coaster journey of those artists. Traffic, this thing, is like a magic wand. With a wave of it, you can make your name a household name, but in turn, it can also make you fall from the clouds and your reputation is ruined.
The entertainment industry is a pond of water that is unfathomable. Today you may be the center of attention, but tomorrow you may be the target of public criticism. So, if you want to thrive in this circle, you have to be cautious and step by step. After all, nothing happening here can escape the sharp eyes of the public.
Don’t think that you can sit back and relax after a hit work, it is just a springboard on your way to stardom. Once the heat fades, you have to continue to challenge yourself and hone your acting skills to gain a firm foothold. Otherwise, that once "stepping stone" will become a "stumbling block" on your way forward.
In the final analysis, good works are just the beginning. The real test lies in subsequent self-breakthrough and improvement of strength. Those truly capable actors are never afraid of the test of time.
Because they know that as long as they keep moving forward, one day they will use their strength to shut everyone up. So, although the traffic is good, don’t be greedy! Real success depends on strength and hard work.
