Mainland Chinese actress Zhang Ziyi sheds tears at movie closing banquet
In a recent emotional moment, mainland Chinese actress Zhang Ziyi was seen shedding tears at the closing banquet of the movie “Jiang Yuan Lane.” The actress, who was awarded the “International Medal,” expressed gratitude towards director Peter Chan for continuously choosing her as the leading actress and providing her with opportunities for growth.
This public appearance marked Zhang Ziyi’s first since her divorce from singer Wang Feng, making the news of her emotional speech a hot topic on social media platform Weibo. A leaked video on Weibo captured the actress choking up with tears as she attended the closing party of “Jiang Yuan Lane” alongside her baby on March 12.
Zhang Ziyi revealed that at the time she was offered the role by director Peter Chan, she was going through a divorce with Wang Feng, with their child yet to be born. Despite the challenges she faced, she expressed gratitude towards the director for believing in her and choosing her as the protagonist for the film.
The movie “Jiang Yuan Lane” boasts a strong cast, including popular stars Lei Jiayin, Yi Yang Qianxi, and Li Xian, as well as top Chinese actresses Zhao Liying and Yang Mi. While many are optimistic about Zhang Ziyi’s future in acting and her potential for award-winning performances, some mainland netizens have raised concerns about her career trajectory post-marriage and motherhood.
In response to speculations that she strategically recommended Yang Mi and Zhao Liying for supporting roles in the film to boost her popularity, Zhang Ziyi lashed out at the accuser on Weibo, demanding they “shut up idiot.” The netizen later issued an apology, clarifying that they had only heard gossip and expressing confidence in Zhang Ziyi’s ability to make a successful comeback with “Jiang Yuan Lane.”
As the controversy unfolds, Zhang Ziyi remains focused on her acting career and the positive reception of her latest film. With strong support from fans and colleagues, the actress is poised to reach new heights in her career and continue impressing audiences with her performances.
Editor in charge: Yang Ming