I am a historical film director in the entertainment industry.

"Brother Sheng, everyone says you're a movie star maker, when are you going to help me win an award?"

Qiao Shan poured Cheng Sheng a drink and joked.

"Haha, sure! As long as you hone your acting skills, winning a Best Actor award is a piece of cake!" Cheng Sheng said with a smile.

Indeed, Cheng Sheng has an advantage; as long as Qiao Shan's acting is up to par, winning the Best Actor award won't be difficult for him.

"Really?" Qiao Shan asked in shock.

“Of course, you’re my brother, why would I lie to you?” Cheng Sheng said.

"Okay, then I'll definitely work hard to improve my acting skills when I get back."

Qiao Shan initially thought it was just a joke, but judging from Cheng Sheng's expression, it seemed to be true. He made up his mind.

"Shanzi, I really envy the friendship between you and Director Cheng."

Brother Hu said enviously.

"Old Hu, we have a good relationship too. If I ever become successful, I will never forget you."

Qiao Shan put his arm around Brother Hu's shoulder and said.

Since joining Tangren Media, Qiao Shan's closest friend has been Brother Hu.

Although Brother Hu was more famous than Qiao Shan, Brother Hu had the best personality and could get along with anyone. Over time, Brother Hu and Qiao Shan became buddies.

"Director Cheng, there's something I don't understand. Why did you choose me as the lead actor?"

Brother Hu looked at Cheng Sheng and asked, which was also the question that puzzled him the most.

Logically speaking, he wasn't a member of Shengli Film and Television Company, and his relationship with Cheng Sheng wasn't that close. Even if they were looking for a lead actor, it wouldn't be his turn.

Cheng Sheng smiled slightly. He chose Brother Hu as the protagonist for two reasons.

First, Hu Ge's portrayal of Mei Changsu is so classic that Cheng Sheng simply cannot find anyone to replace him.

Of course, the success of "Nirvana in Fire" cannot be attributed to Hu Ge alone. After all, this drama broke the cliché of "the protagonist's halo crushing everything" and made each character a "vivid individual" rather than a tool to drive the plot.

However, Hu Ge's portrayal of Mei Changsu is a classic image that perfectly blends 'fragility and strength'.

This "Jiangzuo Mei Lang," who transformed from the "young marshal Lin Shu in fine clothes and on a spirited horse," has many layers: when facing enemies, he can lay down a net with a light wave of his folding fan, and the coldness in his eyes can penetrate people's hearts; when facing Fei Liu, he will soften his tone, show a gentle smile, and the gesture of brushing his fingertips over the boy's head is full of doting.

When Prince Jing questioned his "ruthless methods," the pain and helplessness that flashed in his eyes revealed the tragic grandeur of "using oneself as a pawn."

The most poignant scene, the "reunion on a snowy night," was devoid of any loud, desperate cries. Instead, it featured Mei Changsu choking back tears as he trembled and uttered "I am Lin Shu," and Prince Jing collapsing to his knees. The two actors, through their eyes and body language, perfectly conveyed the heart-wrenching pain of being separated by life and death for thirteen years, leaving countless viewers with a lingering sense of unease.

From the above, we can see how good Hu Ge's acting skills are; he displays different acting skills when facing different people.

It's fair to say that Hu Ge's acting skills are so good that they are astonishing.

Since the character Mei Changsu is both sickly and a strategist, his physical movements are limited.

Therefore, unlike typical character designs in storylines, which can be enhanced with increased combat power or various exaggerated expressions and actions, this character is not like a typical character design.

Basically, this character's ability to convey emotion can only be achieved through his facial expressions and the portrayal of his ailing body.

In addition, the plot and the tone of the dialogue.

Every time Hu Ge, who plays Mei Changsu, frowns, you can't help but follow his thought process, thinking, "It's been so long since I've heard such stupid things."

Without making a sound, he perfectly captured the role of an alliance leader who was not skilled in martial arts but remained calm and collected.

Every time Mei Changsu coughed violently, the audience would get anxious and upset for him, thinking, "Xiao Jingyan, you are loyal and righteous, but why are you so brainless?" The actor who played such a sickly character experienced all four seasons during the performance.

Hu Ge had a flash of inspiration and sat motionless around the stove in the winter, wearing a cloak.

All he had to do was resolutely toss a small piece of wood, now used for his task, into the furnace, and then mutter mournfully to himself, "You know these hands of mine once drew mighty bows and tamed fierce steeds. But now they can only stir up trouble in this gloomy hell..."

The audience was already so heartbroken that they wanted to cry along with him.

It was so cold that Mei Changsu stretched out his hands and placed them on the stove, a faint but firm smile on his lips. "Your Highness may use any means to test me, to examine me. I don't care, because I know what I am loyal to in my heart."

With just this one sentence, a resolute strategist is vividly presented to the audience.

Prince Jing, Xiao Jingyan, who was fighting on the battlefield, could probably only look at Mei Changsu, played by Hu Ge, with envy.

It has to be said that Hu Ge's acting skills in "Nirvana in Fire" were legendary.

This is also why Cheng Sheng insisted on casting Hu Ge as Mei Changsu.

Another point is Hu Ge's character.

A person's character can be summarized in 12 words: "Attracted by appearance, captivated by talent, and loyal to character."

Brother Hu happens to be just that kind of person.

In the entertainment industry, Hu Ge is not only an excellent actor, but also a person of impeccable character.

His humility, low profile, and gratitude have won him countless fans.

However, in another timeline, Brother Hu experienced a car accident.

It was in this car accident that his assistant tragically died, and Hu Ge's appearance was also disfigured, almost ruining his acting career.

In 06, Hu Ge, who had just finished filming "The Legend of the Condor Heroes", drove to Shanghai to attend an event, accompanied by his assistant Zhang Mian and driver Xiao Kai.

Sitting in the back seat, Zhang Mian thought that Brother Hu had been working for several days in a row, and with an event tomorrow, it would be impolite for him to appear on stage looking tired.

He then offered a suggestion that would change their fates: "Let's switch seats. You can take a nap in the back seat. Sweet dreams."

After they finished speaking, the two switched places.

However, as night fell, driver Xiao Kai's driving time became longer and longer, leaving him extremely tired.

But he had to be there for tomorrow's event as scheduled, so he had no choice but to pull himself together and keep going.

Unexpectedly, something unexpected still happened.

A large truck was approaching head-on, and Xiao Kai, somewhat distracted, quickly swerved the steering wheel to try and avoid it. Unfortunately, it was too late.

With a loud bang, the vehicle was instantly smashed to pieces, leaving the scene in a complete mess.

After the ambulance arrived, Zhang Mian, who was sitting in the passenger seat, passed away due to the severity of his injuries at the young age of 26.

Her last words to the world were: Please take good care of my parents.

Hu Ge, who was seriously injured, was able to escape from the brink of death after undergoing two surgeries and receiving more than 100 stitches.

Upon learning of Zhang Mian's tragic death, Brother Hu was filled with remorse.

Next, he began to do his best to fulfill Zhang Mian's unfinished wish.

The loyal and affectionate Brother Hu promised to take good care of Zhang Mian's parents. (End of Chapter)