A Beijing News reporter learned from Zheng Peipei’s agency, Kaiyi Entertainment, that actor Zheng Peipei passed away on July 17, 2024, U.S. time. Kaiyi Entertainment announced: The multi-talented Sister Peipei has won many awards for many years in the industry. She is a martial arts actress who is deeply rooted in the hearts of the people. Her film and television career spans a glorious fifty years. In addition to her unremitting efforts in her career, Sister Peipei is also an approachable, A kind, enthusiastic and patient mother.
Cheng Peipei was born in Shanghai on December 4, 1946. She was once the signature actress of Hong Kong's Shaw Brothers movies. In 1964, director Hu Jinquan believed that Zheng Peipei's dancing was basically in line with the rhythm required for the fight scenes in the film, so he asked her to play the role of Jin Yanzi in the martial arts film "The Drunken Man" produced by Shaw Brothers. The performance caused a sensation. From then on, Zheng Peipei successively Starred in martial arts films such as "The Golden Swallow" and "Zhong Kui's Lady". Cheng Peipei's acting skills are superb and she has a variety of roles. She played Madam Hua in the 1992 film "Tang Bohu Spots Autumn Fragrance" starring Stephen Chow, and played the role of the blue-eyed fox in the 2000 film "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon", for which she won the Best Supporting Actress at the 20th Hong Kong Film Awards.
The following is an exclusive interview with Zheng Peipei by a Beijing News reporter in 2019. Original text:
On the other side of the overseas phone call, Zheng Peipei just picked up the phone, and then there was a burst of hearty laughter. Kindness, laughter, and approachability are the characteristics of many people who have come into contact with Zheng Peipei. What people say about her.
She started by chatting about her family life, saying that she had been wrestling a lot lately, and her muscles and bones were not in good shape as she got older, so she had to recuperate at home a lot of the time. In my impression, Zheng Peipei on the screen seems to never grow old. She is energetic and has sharp eyes. She has been in the industry for 56 years but cannot stop at all: "I can't fight anymore. I was often injured at that time. Now is the time to pay off the debt. However, This just gives me more time to try things that I wanted to do but couldn't do when I was young, right? Now I just want to act until others don't ask me."
Zheng Peipei is kind, smiling, and approachable.
She can no longer remember the scene when she was filming for the first time, "It was really too long ago." Just like her name, she seems to be a gentle jade pendant, which cannot help but be admired. She makes light of things that you think are unbearable, and makes things about life and death that you think you dare not face in a straightforward and relieved way. Now, she lives in the United States, occasionally takes on some favorite scripts, and devotes more time and energy to her children. In her opinion, being able to get along with her children is the happiest thing.
"Do you often look back at your previous works?" "Yes, but every time I look at it, I think it's my daughter (laughing). Maybe it's because my daughter looks so similar to me, so I don't feel that she is Me."
I missed it all the way and never got to play "Mulan"
Some time ago, Disney's live-action movie "Mulan" released a trailer, which made Zheng Peipei appear on the hot search list for less than 2 seconds. The one that received the most likes was "Zheng Peipei is Mulan Benlan".
After the trailer for the live-action version of "Mulan" was released, Zheng Peipei, who only had one scene, became a hot search topic.
In 2019, the trailer for Disney's live-action movie "Mulan" was released, which made Zheng Peipei, whose face appeared for less than 2 seconds, on the hot search. The most praised comment was "Zheng Peipei is Mulan."
It was 1966. Zheng Peipei played the heroine Jin Yanzi in the movie "The Drunken Man". She was one of the first batch of heroines in Chinese film history who disguised themselves as men and were both civil and military. Since then, the image of female heroes in martial arts films has been based on Cheng Peipei's Golden Swallow. She has undoubtedly become the first female knight-errant on the Chinese screen.
Zheng Peipei plays the heroine Jin Yanzi in the movie "The Drunken Man".
Now, when she heard that she was hailed as Hua Mulan by the audience, Zheng Peipei smiled modestly at first, and then sighed with regret: "Actually, I have always hoped that I could play Mulan, although I have encountered (this subject) several times. I didn't get the chance to play her several times. Instead, there were many quirky characters in the play who came to me.
She thought for a while and began to list her memories: "For example, the first time I acted in "Mulan" was in Huangmei tune. Ling Bo played Mulan. If I missed this opportunity, I would have lost it; in Anita Yuen's version of "Mulan," I played it as a comedy. I played a mother-in-law; then there was a TV series in which I played Mulan’s master, which was very close to Mulan and close to everyone’s understanding of me, but I was never able to play Mulan. "
Starring in the TV series "Mulan" starring Anita Yuen.
Many times, Zheng Peipei will think that there are shadows of two chivalrous women in her character, one is Hua Mulan and the other is Taijun She. "I met Taijun She, but Hua Mulan I just can't meet it. If you say regret, it is indeed a regret. For example, when I watch the previous "The Drunken Man", I think it is Uncle Hu (Hu Jinquan)'s drama, and there is no shadow of myself, because I was just the one at that time. 19 years old, too young to understand. Of course, there is no chance for me to act in such a film now, so I only have one chance. "
refuses to be a "beauty" and just wants to be a workaholic on the set.
However, Zheng Peipei is grateful to be able to participate in the Disney version of "Mulan", "This time is very different. I believe that the Chinese director will never let me When I play a role like this, they always gave me the image of a girl-beater. I am very interested in the character setting this time. Whether it is the shooting method or the equipment, it is an excellent learning opportunity. Although there were not many scenes and few words, it took almost two months to study the language. "
Even though she is 73 years old, Zheng Peipei still insists on filming and has no plans to retire.
Zheng Peipei said that she has been very lucky to be an actress.
She was born in Shanghai. When she was young, she did not like to talk. She often imagined that she could just use actions without speaking. She was able to communicate with others. At that time, she thought that the most she could do in the future would be ballet. “It wasn’t until after filming that I discovered my strengths. If I dance ballet, it may be difficult for me to find a partner because I am too tall, so being an actor is always a secret blessing. "
She always describes her experience of becoming an actor by mistake as lucky.
When she was 15 years old, Zheng Peipei's mother took her children to Hong Kong to join relatives in order to make a living. When she first arrived in Hong Kong, Zheng Peipei could not speak Cantonese, so she lived and studied. It was not convenient for her to work. She went to the theater and discovered that there were Mandarin-speaking dramas in Hong Kong, so she applied to join the Nanguo Theater Company. She concealed the fact that she could not speak Cantonese, filled in dance as her specialty, and was successfully shortlisted. In 1963, Zheng Peipei signed a contract with Shaw Brothers and officially started her acting career. She found that she could express her inner thoughts and feelings through lines and character tone, which was better than dancing. Expression.
When she was young, Zheng Peipei had an outstanding appearance.
And her pretty appearance made it easier for people to remember this young face. At that time, a photographer from an authoritative magazine took a photo of a group called "The World." Zheng Peipei is one of the photos of "One Hundred Most Beautiful Women". She refuses to be praised as a beauty, because from the very beginning she has determined that people need to rely on strength to survive a lifetime. If they rely on face, they will not be able to survive. "I don't think I'm beautiful, and I don't want others to say I'm beautiful. Whenever others say that, I fall easily (laughs)." "
Most people who have worked with her have experienced the chivalrous spirit contained in her character. She is a workaholic on the set, and her eyes can be filled with stars during filming. Seeing that her opponent is not committed, she angrily yells, "Take the real sword." Come", "I have always believed that those who cannot endure hardship are never good actors. "
4-year-old was popular, but he chose to step back. The world is brighter.
65 version of "Lotus Lantern" was Zheng Peipei's first starring role after entering the entertainment industry. At that time, most of the actors who sang Shaoxing opera in Shanghai were disguised as men, and Zheng Peipei also left. Following this path.
After Huangmei Diao, Shaw Brothers was determined to open up the martial arts market, specially invited martial arts masters, and required every actor under its banner to learn how to dance with guns and sticks. Among them, Zheng Peipei was the most courageous, even if she fell on a horse. When he came down, he turned over and rode up again.
"Maybe because I have learned dance, my body is more flexible, and I remember the moves clearly, many directors think that the role of beating women is more suitable for me. I remember that Uncle Hu really had a deep influence on me at that time. He would order it at night There are a lot of candles for me to stare at, so that my pupils will dilate and my eyes will be bright."
Zheng Peipei plays Leng Qiuhan in the movie "Jade Rakshasa".
It was Hu Jinquan who made Cheng Peipei become a household name as Leng Qiuhan in "Golden Swallow" and later "Jade Rakshasa", and even won the title of "the most popular female in Hong Kong films".
To this day, when Zheng Peipei recalls those years, she always sighs, saying that what she misses most is the old martial arts movies, which paid more attention to faith rather than blindly fighting.
Zheng Peipei's always vigorous and resolute style on the set has also aroused people's discussion, and more people think that it is difficult for her to find a husband: "Although film technology was not developed at that time, every move was designed and all performed by real actors. So women who make martial arts films look very fierce, and everyone is worried. "In addition to others' worries, Zheng Peipei is also worried about personal issues. Unexpectedly, a few years later, at the age of 24, the popular Zheng Peipei announced her retirement, married businessman Yuan Wentong, and went to the United States with her husband, a stay that lasted 20 years. She said that she felt it was an opportunity to take a step back and have a brighter future. "I have never cared much about fame, fortune and money in the entertainment industry. I just felt that I had to play my role well. It wasn't until I went to the United States that I discovered that there were Chinese audiences there. The communication power of my works and movies is beyond my expectation.” But these are not regarded by Zheng Peipei as the focus of life. She has always believed that family is the best destination for women. After marriage, she gave birth to three boys and one girl, and also ran a dance school and a Chinese TV station... However, in the end, after the investments failed one after another, Zheng Peipei divorced her husband, and what followed was financial bankruptcy. She was abandoned to the end of her life. rock bottom.
came back to play the role of "Mrs. Hua", which was opposed by everyone.
After leaving the United States, Cheng Peipei returned to Hong Kong alone. At that time, the entertainment industry had undergone earth-shaking changes. She chose to star in Stephen Chow's movie "Tang Bohu Spots Qiuxiang" as "Mrs. Hua" ", "The manager who introduced me thought that I could make a comeback with this drama, but I didn't dare to take it because I had never seen nonsensical works before, and I didn't know what nonsensical work was. This is subversive." Zheng Peipei's mentor and family members also objected, "My mother doesn't agree. She is used to me being a chivalrous woman, so she can't accept it when I suddenly play an old lady. Uncle Hu and Li Hanxiang, they all. Ask me why I want to play this, it will be ruined if I play it."
Cheng Peipei collaborated with Stephen Chow to play Mrs. Hua in the movie "Tang Bohu Spots Qiuxiang".
These objections were all put aside by Zheng Peipei. The opinions of others could not help her solve the problem. She starred in "Mrs. Hua" as scheduled. "I feel that filming this movie is an opportunity left over from my previous life. It makes me feel that only Acting can lead to success again, and it also makes me realize that what I am best at is acting."
's comeback does not put much pressure on Zheng Peipei, just like the saying "No expectations, no disappointment." Later, she won the Best Supporting Actress at the 20th Hong Kong Film Awards for her role in Ang Lee's "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon". Commentators once thought that there was no other "blue-eyed fox" besides her who was cruel and tolerant, desperate and affectionate. People can act. When asked if "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon" would take a long time to shoot, not many scenes, very little pay, and a lot of training, would it be "not cost-effective"? Zheng Peipei said, "There is no cost-effective or not. You don't think it's cost-effective." How can I get it? To this day, I still think it’s good luck. I met a good director and a good character. People in this world have to learn, whether it’s negative or positive. Every time they learn something, it’s a good thing. opportunity."
Zheng Peipei and Zhang Ziyi collaborated to play the role of the blue-eyed fox in the movie "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon", and won the 20th Hong Kong Film Awards for Best Supporting Actress for this role.
talked about the past. Zheng Peipei, who attaches great importance to emotions but failed to maintain a successful marriage, has regained her confidence in the past few years since she returned to the film industry. "So what if you don't face it? It's your road that must be completed." Over the years, she has also tried acting in plays, writing books, and guiding her children to film together. "I am now with the children all day long, and I hope they love this job as much as I do. You only have such a short time to live in this world, so you can do what you like." Things are the best.”
[Dialogue]
Beijing News: Are you more like a chivalrous woman or Madam Hua in life?
Zheng Peipei: I think I look like a chivalrous woman, but the children think I look like Mrs. Hua. They always say that I am very funny. In fact, people are all contradictory, especially actors. Playing different roles will make people see different sides, which will be relatively more contradictory.
Beijing News: What are the criteria for selecting scripts now?
Zheng Peipei: requires different roles. In fact, I have always attached great importance to this matter, because it is very important for an actor to play different roles.
Beijing News: What are the differences between filming now and before?
Zheng Peipei: There is a big difference in . As you grow older and gain more life experience, your identification with the role itself will be different.
Beijing News: Although you are over 70 years old, you are still full of energy. What is your daily routine like now?
Zheng Peipei: I have to say that I am really a workaholic. Work is healing and the greatest happiness. Now in the United States, I am moving every day and exercising, hoping to regain my strength and body and try out more roles, but I don’t have much time to make friends.
Zheng Peipei said that she is a workaholic.
Beijing News: What other special wishes do you want to achieve at this stage?
Zheng Peipei: I hope to work more with children. Since they are all developing in this direction (film and television industry), I hope to be able to help them.
Beijing News: If you could predict the future, what would you want to know most?
Zheng Peipei: wants to know most if my children can be as happy as me (laughing).
Beijing News: Jackie Chan said in an interview earlier that it is impossible to find dedicated and professional female stars like you and Michelle Yeoh.
Zheng Peipei: I think life is too superior now. I just hope they can adhere to the morals actors should have. This is not simple. There are many actors with acting talent, but those who really know how to take care of their own feathers are For people with actor ethics, if everyone takes pictures casually, I believe they will leave regrets, and by then it will be too late.
Beijing News reporter Zhou Huixiaowan
editor Huang Jialing Wu Dongni
proofreader Zhao Lin Yang Li
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