Daily reporter: Xie Tao Daily editor: Tang Yuan In the movie "The Secret Life of Walter Mitty" directed by Ben Stiller, Sean Penn plays the photographer Fei He went through all kinds of hardships to reach the depths of the Himalayas just to photograph the precious snow leopard. W

reporter: Xie Tao editor: Tang Yuan

In the movie "The Secret Life of Walter Mitty" directed by Ben Stiller, the photographer played by Sean Penn The photographer went to great lengths to reach the depths of the Himalayas just to photograph the precious snow leopards.

When he finally saw the elusive snow leopard, he removed his eyes from the viewfinder and quietly appreciated the scene in front of him with his naked eyes. "Sometimes I don't shoot. If I like a certain moment very much, I don't like the camera to interfere with me, but just enjoy the moment quietly."

Picture source: "100 Days Dreamer" movie screenshot

Enjoy the present moment , breaking away from the "barriers" of identity, this is a state that many people have been pursuing but are difficult to reach. Especially for those acting stars who have been in the spotlight all year round and surrounded by the whirlpool of fame and fortune, living their true selves is obviously a luxury.

In the 20 years since his debut, Wu Chun has been labeled with countless identities, from "Prince of Brunei" to "First-generation top star", from "Perfect Dad" to "Muscular God", but he seems to have never been labeled by these. Tired of labels.

Whether it is joining the "Fahrenheit" group and becoming the "idol" of countless boys and girls; or participating in Hunan Satellite TV's parent-child variety show, becoming popular again because of his "dad" status; or frequently challenging action movies, subverting the previous screen image , Wu Chun possesses a rare quality in the entertainment industry -

he is famous but not obsessed with fame and fortune; he embraces changes and never obeys them. As if the seasons are turning, Wu Zun has always been moving forward on a path that is self-consistent and self-disciplined, while bringing warmth and relief to his family, friends, and fans around him. According to his words, "I don't have that big ambition, and I don't want to fall into a state of involution. What I always focus on is the current moment and the people around me."

Chengdu in late autumn, at the 2024 Chengdu International Polo Carnival , this "middle-aged idol" who has long surpassed his doubts accepted an exclusive interview with a reporter from the "Daily Economic News" and shared how he has maintained his straightforward self under the dazzling spotlight over the years, returned to daily life, and continued to evolve.

In Wu Zun's eyes, "'Idol' is never a so-called worldly achievement or aura. It has nothing to do with the surging network traffic or the famous brand endorsements you have. 'Idol' is a state full of vitality and will This state is transmitted from around us to the wider world. "

"Breaking the Idol Filter"

On the day of the interview, the reporter made an appointment with Wu Zun for lunch at the polo carnival. He sat comfortably in the viewing seat and watched the fierce showdown on the green field between the four top teams from China, Argentina, Great Britain, and Uruguay. When he looked at the crowd from time to time, it always triggered waves of screams, and he responded to each one with great enthusiasm.

Wu Chun took photos with fans at the scene. Photo source: Photographed by Xie Tao, a reporter from Every Journal.

Humility and enthusiasm were the reporter's first impression when they met Wu Chun. Although Wu Zun's management team repeatedly greeted him before the interview and said he would only answer questions related to events, he still put aside the dogmas and norms about an "idol" facing the media and took the initiative to talk about his family. and career in recent years.

Wu Chun, sitting in front of reporters, can be said to be the Prince Charming in the hearts of a generation. Ji Fengliang, the male protagonist in "Juliet of the East", Zuo Yiquan, the male protagonist of "Girls Over Flowers", Nan Fengjin, the male protagonist of "Little Princess"... Wu Chun has created many "perfect men" in classic idol dramas host".

Looking back at the many "idol" roles in his acting career, Wu Chun maintains a normal heart, "I will not care too much about the aura those (roles) bring to me, and I also accept all the imperfections in myself. It It is a precious life journey. "

Just like when Wu Zun, who was 26 years old and already had a successful career, resolutely chose to enter the entertainment industry and be a completely different self, what he valued was "creating different life experiences.""I have seen many fans leave messages saying that I have lived my life like an idol drama. I am very grateful to them for their support over the years. I am also very grateful to myself for the decision I made back then - to bravely step out of my comfort zone," Wu Zun said.

Unlike many singing and dancing "idols", Wu Chun has been challenging different screen images and does not want to wear the "filter" of idols. He has always had a dream of acting in his heart. "The few movies I followed after I stopped filming idol dramas, such as "Jinyiwei", "Zhonglie Yang Family General" and "Da Wusheng" are all action movies. This is what I like because I am more active and have a tougher personality. , so I really want to challenge these rarely touched areas. "

In "Jinyiwei", Wu Zun plays Judge Desert, the leader of the Sky Eagle Gang. Picture source: Provided by the interviewee.

Wu Zun has also been trying some "fresh and distinctive" movies. Characters such as the villain Lin Langtian in the TV series "Martial Arts" were a test of his transformation. "This character is a villain. Maybe my image has been relatively sunny for a long time, and villains rarely come to me, so for me, it was a very rare opportunity."

In fact, compared to the previous high-intensity Due to workload, Wu Zun's acting rhythm is not very fast now. When it comes to his future plans for acting, he also behaves very Buddhist, "I expect to be exposed to some variety shows starting next year. Let it take its own course in terms of movies. If you are lucky, you will be able to do it." It’s very satisfying for a good script to find me and be loved by everyone.”

“To be honest, I don’t have that strong ambition at this stage, but if I encounter a good script, I will definitely give it my best. Go," Wu Zun said.

Wu Zun plays the villain Lin Langtian in the TV series "Martial Arts". Picture source: provided by the interviewee

"Return to real daily life"

"Gratitude" and "family" are the words Wu Zun speaks most. He has indeed shifted the focus of his acting career to the "life stage" and returned to real daily life. In the past few years, in order to spend more time with his family, he scaled back his acting career and even took the initiative to disclose his married status, raising his children and taking care of his wife at home.

"Although I may have lost a good opportunity, if I had not stopped at that time, I would not have a very happy family now. Family is the most important thing to me, so I have no regrets at all. "

As a husband and father, Wu Zun spends 70% of his time with his family when he is not working. He would get up at six o'clock in the morning to make breakfast for the children, send them to school, and accompany them to bed at night. His daughter Neinei loves baking, so Wu Chun makes cakes and biscuits with her. The father and daughter have very similar tastes. They love cheesecake, Oreos in cakes, and French bread with eggs and honey. He has always believed that "only children who have experienced being 'raised with love' can know how to cherish and love what they are in the future."

Wu Zun and his family traveling in Changbai Mountain Picture source: provided by the interviewee

When he is free, Wu Zun will also show his daughter Neinei and son Max the clips from the Hunan Satellite TV variety show that year. It was also during that time when he participated in a parent-child program that audiences from different age groups saw Wu Zun's "textbook-level" daddy skills, and he gained "numerous fans" as a result.

"It was a very unforgettable experience. I took neinei and max to experience the entire shooting process, experience Chinese culture, and let them experience the scenery that they may only see once in their lives. Being able to travel with them is something I The only thing I want is that I don’t care too much about what other people think. The most important thing in life is to be happy!” Wu Zun recalled.

Early participation in the recording of Hunan Satellite TV variety shows. Image source: Provided by the interviewee

On social platforms, Wu Zun shares the most content besides family and travel. He is like a "lifestyle blogger". In his role at home, Wu Chun is a "travel encyclopedia". Before each departure, he would carefully check the famous local natural and cultural attractions, representative delicacies, and even print them out to make a travel diary that belongs exclusively to his family.Whether it is a summer camp or a playground, Wu Chun will participate with the children. The children's happiness is also his greatest happiness.

“Almost all my vacations are used to experience new sports with my children. I will spend a lot of time playing with them, and I will become as childish as a child, integrating into their world and being like them. Like friends," Wu Zun described to reporters the state of getting along with the children, his eyes shining.

Wu Chun plays cosplay with his family. Picture source: provided by the interviewee.

There is a warm power in Wu Chun that comes from daily life. In life, Wu Zun is easily satisfied. "I feel very secure in life because my requirements are not high." He once used the word eagle to describe himself. He likes to explore freely and is full of curiosity about the world, but he will also sacrifice for his wife. The son gathers his feathers, returns to his family, and concentrates on building a nest and raising a family.

"Continuously evolve"

When he was young, Wu Chun loved sports very much, especially basketball. He also successfully joined the Brunei national team with his relatively outstanding athletic talent. During the Asian Youth Championship, Wu Zun also had a head-to-head confrontation with Yao Ming. Although he later quit the national team due to injury, he also made many friends from the sports world because of basketball.

As the earliest "idol" star to join the fitness track, Wu Zun has frequently appeared in top sports events such as F1 and tennis in recent years. He will play tennis with Li Na with the same mood as a fan, and he is also "accompanied by that body" "Muscles after 25 Years" continues to arouse heated discussions on social media.

Some fans joked, "There is a body type called Wu Zun", and some fans speculated that his "body fat rate is about 10%." Wu Zun even posted on the social platform: "I am grateful that these abs have been with me for 25 years..."

On weekdays, he maintains a high degree of enthusiasm for sports and fitness. Image source: Provided by the interviewee.

For this man who likes to challenge different life experiences For a middle-aged "idol", outside of the "family stage", he has found a new and sparkling stage. "Time is limited, and I'm afraid that I won't be able to experience more new things."

Therefore, Wu Chun will maintain a high-intensity fitness routine in his free time, and will also bring his family to participate in his favorite sports. People around him describe Wu Chun as "obsessed" with sports. Including this time he came to participate in the polo match, during his busy work break, he would still meet up with a few friends in Chengdu to play tennis together. "After the interview is over, I have a tennis match to play in the afternoon," Wu Zun seemed to be unable to contain his excitement about sports.

Wu Chun at the 2024 Chengdu International Polo Carnival Picture source: Wu Chun Studio

When it comes to the current acting career, Wu Chun faces it more with a calm attitude. But when it comes to sports, he obviously has a bigger "intention", "Sports is really the most attractive way of life. I hope to influence more people with the help of sports, and I hope everyone can slow down. Stop being anxious and introverted and enjoy the fun brought by sports. "

From acting career to family stage to sports track, Wu Chun switches between different identities freely. Although he has never forced himself to be perfect in every aspect. To be perfect, but it has to be said that in every status, he strives to do his best within his abilities.

"I don't have too many ambitions. I say I must do very well in any aspect, but I have been looking for a balance point. I don't want to just focus on one aspect and then ignore the other."

Wu Chun and his family watched together 2023 Australian Open photo source: Provided by the interviewee

Not demanding, but trying his best, passionate, and humble. This middle-aged "idol" who has been in the spotlight for many years accepts his various imperfections calmly and lives up to everyone. A state that can be touched. After going through great storms, Wu Zun still passionately explores and cherishes the beauty of everything around him, constantly evolves, and radiates the vitality and unique light of a middle-aged "idol".

At the beginning of this year, Wu Zun appeared on the cover of Sports Illustrated. The previous cover characters were all athletes who have made outstanding achievements in different sports fields, such as Li Xiaopeng, Li Na, Gu Ailing, and Zhou Guanyu. This is the first time he has participated in the shooting of a sports magazine in so many years. "It feels like breaking through the dimensional wall."

This feeling of "breaking through the dimensional wall" is just like the yearning and yearning he had back then. Crossing thousands of mountains and rivers from Brunei, it is like knocking on the golden door of the entertainment industry. More than twenty years have passed, and the young man who once wandered in front of this golden door has long since escaped the "idol filter" and is living in every precious moment, accumulating daily strength and constantly evolving.

Daily Economic News