Shitime.com On October 30, 2018, Mr. Jin Yong, the martial arts master, passed away at the age of 94. Today is the first anniversary of the old man. Let us enter the martial arts scene spanning more than half a century and recall the classic characters he wrote and the stars who became famous because of playing them.
Jin Yong, whose real name is Cha Liangyong . In 1955, he used "Jin Yong" as his pen name and began to write martial arts novels. His first work was "Book of Swords and Enemies". Three years later, in 1958, Hong Kong Emei Film Company adapted his already written "The Legend of the Condor Heroes" and "The Legend of the Condor Heroes" into a series of movies.
For more than half a century since then, the name "Jin Yong" has meant not only novels, but also movies and TV series; it has meant both words and imagination, as well as images and images. Whether on the big screen or the small screen, Jin Yong's works are constantly being reinterpreted and have become the home for Chinese people across the Taiwan Straits, three places, and even overseas to understand the spirit of martial arts and Chinese history and culture.
The two sides of the Taiwan Strait and the three places are almost unanimous in their enthusiasm for visualizing Jin Yong's novels. According to the summary of the pair "The flying snow shoots the white deer, the laughing book hero relies on the blue mandarin duck", Jin Yong created a total of fourteen works, of which no more than half were repeatedly adapted into film and television dramas. It is these six or seven novels that have entered the public memory of the Chinese people after decades of dissemination and enthusiastic film and television adaptations.
However, Jin Yong’s works are also the most difficult to adapt. Almost every version adapted into a video will cause fierce complaints from the audience. People are willing to read various adaptations of Jin Yong's novels over and over again, not only to see new faces, but also to see how the adapters resolve the contradictions between public memory, personal image, and personal expression.
"Book of Swords and Enmities"
As the first novel written by Jin Yong, "Books and Swords of Enmities" began to be serialized in Hong Kong's "New Evening News" in 1955 and published as a stand-alone volume in 1980. The novel is based on the anti-Manchu struggle of the Han people during the Qianlong period of the Qing Dynasty, and revolves around the strange conflicts and entanglements between Emperor Qianlong and Chen Jialuo, the chief helmsman of the anti-Qing organization Red Flower Society. Compared with Jin Yong's later works, this work is slightly immature in terms of character creation and story structure.
Zheng Shaoqiu's version of Chen Jialuo and Huo Qingtong played by Wang Mingquan
There are not many film and television adaptations of "The Book of Swords and Enmities", but there are many characters and actors who left a deep impression on the audience. In 1976, the TV series "Book of Swordsman" directed by Wang Tianlin made Zheng Shaoqiu, a handsome and handsome man, famous all over the country and became the Prince Charming in the hearts of thousands of girls. The influence of this character on the audience The power is not inferior to that of the later "Xiang Shuai" (the TV series "Chu Liuxiang" adapted from Gu Long's work).
Ti Lung's version of Chan Ka-lok
When it comes to Chan Ka-lok, the most impressive actor is Ti Lung in Chang Cheh's 1981 film. Unlike Cheng Shaoqiu, Ti Lung did not play two roles this time, but focused on perfectly presenting Zhang Cheh's fierce action scenes on the big screen. Qianlong is also played by Bai Biao.
Zhao Wenzhuo's version of Chen Jialuo
For mainland audiences, the 2002 Tang Dynasty TV series "Book, Sword and Enmity" starring Zhao Wenzhuo, Tse Junhao, Guan Yonghe, Sun Li has attracted criticism because of its huge adaptation, but Tse Junhao Yu Yutong, played by Yu Yutong, and Li Yunzhi, played by Sun Li, still left a deep impression on people.
"Blue Blood Sword"
"Blue Blood Sword" is Jin Yong's second novel, published in 1956. The main story of "Blue Blood Sword" is about the son of general Yuan Chonghuan who was unjustly killed in the late Ming Dynasty Yuan Chengzhi and his disciple Huashan Faction Yi Helping King Chuang to seize the Ming Dynasty caused a series of grievances and grievances in the world. In this work, "Golden Snake Man" Xia Xueyi , the invisible protagonist who has not appeared from beginning to end, has also become a character that has attracted much attention in the film and television adaptation. The most impressive ones are Jiang Hua in the 2000 Hong Kong TVB version of the series, and Jiao Enjun in the 2007 mainland version of "Blood Sword" by Zhang Jizhong.
Jiao Enjun's version of The Golden Snake
Jianghua's version of The Golden Snake
The 1985 TVB version of the TV series in which Huang Rihua played Yuan Chengzhi has always been considered the most classic adaptation of "Blue Blood Sword". In this version, Wen Qingqing is played by Zhuang Jing, Ajiu is played by Mo Shunyun, and Xia Xueyi is played by Miao Qiaowei .
Moo Shunyun, Huang Rihua, Wen Qingqing
Huang Shengyi version Wen Qingqing
The only mainland version of "Blue Blood Sword" was broadcast in 2007, with Zhang Jizhong as the producer. Dou Zhikong plays Yuan Chengzhi and Huang Shengyi plays Wen Qingqing. It is said that Jin Yong himself is quite satisfied with this version of the adaptation, and this is also the Jin Yong work that Zhang Jizhong is most satisfied with.
"The Legend of the Condor Heroes"
"The Legend of the Condor Heroes" is the first part of the "Legend of the Condor Heroes". The story is based on the history from the fifth year of Qingyuan of Ning Zong (1199) to the death of Genghis Khan (1227). The background reflects the struggle of the Southern Song Dynasty to resist the two powerful enemies of the Jin Kingdom and Mongolia, and is full of patriotic nationalism. It also created popular classic martial arts characters such as Guo Jing, Huang Yaoshi, Ouyang Feng, and Huang Rong.
"Guo Jing" (Huang Rihua), "Huang Rong" (Weng Meiling), "Mu Nianci" (Yang Panpan) and "Yang Kang" (Miao Qiaowei)
The most familiar classic adaptation to mainland audiences should be the 1983 version of the TVB TV series with 59 episodes. It is divided into three parts: "Heart of Iron", "Ashes of Time", and "Huashan Sword", and Johnnie To also participated in the directing. The drama was introduced to the mainland in 1985 and achieved unprecedented success. As a TVB drama that mainland audiences were exposed to earlier, the drama also had a profound impact on Chinese TV dramas.
Carina Lau appears in a cameo
This work not only includes "Guo Jing" (Huang Rihua), "Yang Kang" (Miao Qiaowei), "Huang Rong" (Weng Meiling) and "Mu Nianci" (Yang Panpan), who are regarded as classics and are difficult to surpass, There are also many star extras who will become big names in the future. Among them is Carina Lau, who plays Hua Zheng's maid. She only has one line in the play: "Princess, the prince-in-law is awake."
Ouyang Zhenhua appears as a supporting role, with Ng Meng-tat on the left.
In addition, there is Ouyang Zhenhua, a later emperor-level figure. , he played the role of a servant of Lu Chengfeng's Sanli Village, and was severely beaten by Elder Peng, played by Wu Mengda. Wu Zhenyu, who is handsome and outstanding, appears three times in this drama as a villager, a beggar and a doorman.
The most surprising one is Stephen Chow . The three roles he played in the play, Song Bingyi, the name of the escaped villager and the prisoner, may be regarded as a highlight in his acting career of "running around".
Stephen Chow "plays a small role"
It is worth mentioning that Stephen Chow loves Jin Yong deeply and is determined to integrate Jin Yong's martial arts into his works. And he is also the best Wei Xiaobao in the eyes of Master Jin Yong. Although Jin Yong was not satisfied with his starring role in "The Deer and the Cauldron ", Jin Yong still recognized Stephen Chow's performance. His later works "Kung Fu", "Shaolin Soccer", and even the recent "Mermaid" also incorporated elements of Jin Yong.
Zhu Yin version Huang Rong
Zhou Xun version Huang Rong and Li Yapeng version Guo Jing
In addition to the 83 version of "The Condor", Huang Rong played by Zhu Yin in the 1994 version is regarded as the biggest highlight of the whole drama. In 2003, the mainland released a 42-episode version of "The Legend of the Condor Heroes", with Li Yapeng and Zhou Xun playing Guo Jing and Huang Rong respectively, and it became a classic in the minds of many mainland audiences. Jin Yong also publicly stated that Zhou Xun is prettier than Weng Meiling and praised her acting skills. Also worth mentioning in this version is the unforgettable Mei Chaofeng played by dance master Yang Liping.
Ariel Lin version Huang Rong and Hu Ge version Guo Jing
Yuan Hong version Yang Kang and Liu Shishi version Mu Nianci
Xie Na version Hua Zheng
In 2008, "The Legend of the Condor Heroes" led by Hu Ge and Ariel Lin, although it was difficult to give birth due to Hu Ge's car accident injury , but after it was broadcast, it won the ratings championship of many provincial and municipal TV stations.The show can be described as an idol-making machine, as evidenced by the success of Hu Ge, Ariel Ariel, Yuan Hong, Liu Shishi and Xie Na.
"Flying Fox in the Snow Mountain", "Flying Fox Gaiden"
"Flying Fox in the Snow Mountain" is Jin Yong's fourth martial arts novel. Jin Yong admitted that "Flying Fox in the Snow Mountain" was influenced by Alexandre Dumas's "The Count of Monte Cristo", whether it was the story's frame or ending, or the shaping of the characters, because among foreign writers, Alexandre Dumas had the greatest influence on him. The novel takes Miao Renfeng and Hu Yidao as the protagonists, and tells the story of the martial arts turmoil related to this a few years ago through the mouths of Baoshu, Miao Renfeng's daughter Miao Ruolan, Ping Asi and Tao Baisui. It uses flashback to tell the story of grievances, treasure hunting, and beautiful women falling in love with heroes.
Because Jin Yong loved this story very much, after writing "The Legend of the Condor Heroes", he expanded the story of Hu Yidao's son Hu Fei and wrote the longer "Flying Fox Story", so some film and television works were later adapted. It is an adaptation that combines "Snow Mountain Flying Fox" and "Flying Fox Gaiden".
Zhao Yazhi version Ma Chunhua
Lu Liangwei version Hu Fei and Zeng Huaqian version Miao Ruolan
The most successful adaptation of this work was "Flying Fox in the Snow Mountain" directed by Wang Tianlin in 1985. Lu Liangwei and Zeng Huaqian played Hu Fei and Miao Ruolan respectively. , Zhao Yazhi plays Ma Chunhua, Xie Xian plays Miao Renfeng in the play, there are many highlights from the cast, and it can be called a classic version.
Huang Rihua's version of Hu Fei
In addition, the 1984 film version of "Flying Fox" also directed by Wang Tianlin also received a good response, with Huang Rihua playing Hu Fei and Wan Ziliang playing Miao Renfeng.
What is worth mentioning is the 1991 Taiwanese version of "Flying Fox in the Snow Mountain", which is the only one among many Jin Yong dramas in Taiwan that is better than the Hong Kong version. In particular, the TV series episodes "Walking in the Snow" and "Dream Chaser" were very popular that year. This is also the first time that actors from the two sides of the Taiwan Strait have collaborated in a TV series. Meng Fei and Gong Cien will play Hu Fei and Cheng Lingsu, and Wang Luyao will play Miao Ruolan.
"The Legend of the Condor Heroes"
Andy Lau and Chen Yulian
"The Legend of the Condor Heroes" is the second part of Jin Yong's "The Legend of the Condor Heroes" series. The main plot of the novel is the love story between Yang Guo, the orphan of Yang Kang, and his mentor Xiao Longnu. The most classic version is the TVB version of the TV series starring Andy Lau and Chen Yulian in 1983. Jin Yong also expressed his favorite version.
Ren Xianqi version of Yang Guo and Wu Qianlian version of Little Dragon Girl
Louis Koo version of Yang Guo and Li Ruotong version of Little Dragon Girl
And in 1995, TVB remade it again, starring Louis Koo and Li Ruotong. It can be said to be the most widely praised version in the mainland, and the two The actor is regarded as a classic both in terms of image and performance. In 1998, "The Legend of the Condor Heroes" was co-produced by Taiwan and Mainland China, starring Simon Yam and Karen Wu. I was worried that the 1995 version would have a mediocre response, compared to the 1995 version. Wu Qianlian's appearance has attracted a lot of complaints.
Liu Yifei’s version of Little Dragon Girl
The Little Dragon Girl in the 2006 mainland version is still Liu Yifei’s most representative role. But Jin Yong is not very satisfied with Liu Yifei. He once publicly stated that Liu Yifei looks good, but her acting skills are too poor, her face has too few expressions, and her crying scenes are far-fetched.
Michelle Chen's version of Little Dragon Girl and Chen Xiao's version of Yang Guo
In addition, I have to mention the 2014 "The Legend of the Condor Heroes" produced by Yu Zheng, which is full of flaws. The play starred Chen Xiao and Chen Yanxi as Yang Guo and Xiao Longnv. The two also got married because of the show. Although it has been criticized, it has not hindered its popularity from soaring, and it can be said to be a model operation for Yu Zheng's works.
"The Legend of Heaven and Sword of the Dragon"
"The Story of the Heaven and the Sword of the Dragon" is the final chapter of Jin Yong's Trilogy of Shooting the Condor. It is based on the background of Zhu Yuanzhang, an Anhui farmer who rose up to establish the Ming Dynasty. It uses Zhang Wuji's growth as a clue to narrate the various gangs and factions in the rivers and lakes. The grievances and grievances of various characters focus more on legend than history, so it has become one of the most talked about Jin Yong stories.
Zhao Yazhi version Zhou Zhiruo and Zheng Shaoqiu version Zhang Wuji
Er Dongsheng version Zhang Wuji
The most classic is naturally the 1978 TVB series starring Zheng Shaoqiu, Wang Mingquan, Zhao Yazhi and Chen Yulian. Zhao Yazhi, who was already popular in the film industry at that time, became popular in the TV industry with this drama. In the same year, there was also a movie version of "The Legend of Heaven and Dragon Sword" written and directed by Chu Yuan, starring Er Dongsheng.
Meixian Lai's version of Zhao Min, Tony Leung's version of Zhang Wuji and Deng Cuiwen's version of Zhou Zhiruo
In 1986, Wang Tianlin directed a version of the TV series, with Tony Leung as Zhang Wuji, Deng Cuiwen as Zhou Zhiruo, Lai Meixian as Zhao Min, and also assembled Zheng Yuling, Shao Meiqi, Zeng Jiang, Bao Fang, etc. Big name actors.
Ma Jingtao's version of Zhang Wuji, Zhou Haimei's version of Zhou Zhiruo and Ye Tong's version of Zhao Min
The most familiar version to mainland audiences is undoubtedly the 64-episode TV series launched by Yang Peipei's studio in 1994. "Roaring Leader" Ma Jingtao plays Zhang Wuji, Ye Tong plays Zhao Min, and Zhou Haimei plays Zhou Zhiruo, Yang Xiao played by Sun Xing. Among them, Zhou Zhiruo played by Zhou Haimei is the most satisfactory version of Jin Yong. Jin Yong once exchanged autographed novels with Zhou Haimei for photo albums, and even said, "If I had known Zhou Zhiruo was played by Zhou Haimei, I would have changed the ending."
In addition to the success of casting, this version of "The Legend of the Heaven and the Dragon Slayer" has also produced many songs, such as "Be at peace with the situation", "Swords are like dreams", "Love the country more than the beauty", and "You give me a piece of the sky" are all very popular. A crowd favorite.
Wu Qihua's version of Zhang Wuji
Jin Yong's favorite Zhang Wuji is from the 2001 version of "The Heaven and the Dragon Sword". Jin Yong even wrote an inscription to Wu Qihua, which read: "Screen knight, sassy and heroic, family Luo Wuji, into people's dreams!"
Gao Yuanyuan version Zhou Zhiruo
Alyssa Chia versionZhao Min and Su Youpeng version Zhang Wuji
Deng Chao version Zhang Wuji
The memory of those born in the 1980s must be indispensable for the 2003 version, starring Su Youpeng, Alyssa Chia and Gao Yuanyuan. In addition, Zhang Jizhong filmed a TV series in 2009, but due to the mediocre response, many people did not even know that Deng Chao had played Zhang Wuji.
"The Eight Parts of the Dragon"
"The Eight Parts of the Dragon" is set in the Zhezong era of the Song Dynasty, and examines life and society from a philosophical perspective through the martial arts grievances and national conflicts between the Song, Liao, Dali, Xixia, Tubo and other kingdoms. and description, showing a magnificent picture of life. The novel has a broad layout and many characters. The most famous ones are Qiao Feng, Duan Yu, Xu Zhu, Wang Yuyan and so on.
Li Ruotong's version of Wang Yuyan
Huang Rihua's version of Qiao Feng
Perhaps the most classic adaptation of film and television works is the 45-episode TV series created by TVB in 1997. Wang Yuyan, played by Li Ruotong, is beautiful and refined, and is equally recognized by the audience as the little dragon girl she plays. Qiao Feng, played by Huang Rihua, is also a memory of many people born in the 1980s.
Liu Tao version A Zhu and Hu Jun version Qiao Feng
Chen Hao version Azi
Lin Zhiying version Duan Yu and Liu Yifei version Wang Yuyan
In 2003, Zhang Jizhong filmed the mainland version of "Dragon", with Qiao Feng playing Hu Jun and Lin Zhiying Playing Duan Yu, Gao Hu plays Xu Zhu. Although Jin Yong is not very satisfied with Wang Yuyan played by Liu Yifei, A'Zhu played by Liu Tao and A'Zi played by Chen Hao are both highlights in this version.
Chung Han-liang version Qiao Feng
The most recent version of "Dragon" was broadcast in 2013, with Chung Han-liang and Korean actor Kim Ki-bum playing Qiao Feng and Duan Yu respectively. It is difficult for the actor's image to fit the character, and it is regarded as the most failed adaptation.
"Xia Ke Xing"
Deng Cui Wen's version, Ding Jue and Tony Leung's version Shi Potian
"Xia Ke Xing" mainly tells the story of an ignorant young man, Shi Potian's experiences in the world. There are many thought-provoking aspects in this book, many "mysteries" are hidden, and it embodies Jin Yong's new experience of life, human nature, life and the universe.There are not many film and television adaptations of this work. The most famous adaptation is the 1989 version starring Tony Leung Chiu-wai. This drama is Tony Leung's last appearance in a TV series. Actors such as Deng Cuiwen, Liu Shuhua also participated in the play.
"Swordsman"
"Swordsman" was started in 1967 and serialized in "Ming Pao", and completed in 1969. This novel reflects the struggle for hegemony among various martial arts factions by narrating the experience of Linghu Chong, the great disciple of the Huashan School. It is also one of the works with the most film and television adaptations by Jin Yong.
Chow Yun-fat's version of Linghu Chong
Chow Yun-fat once played Linghu Chong in TVB's 1984 version of the TV series, but his tall and handsome image did not match the smooth-tongued and bohemian Linghu Chong.
Xu Guanjie version of Linghu Chong
The most classic version of the adaptation appeared on the big screen. In 1990, Tsui Hark invited Hu Jinquan to shoot the movie version of "The Swordsman". This is also recognized as the most successful adaptation of Jin Yong's film so far, and is also known as "the pioneer of new martial arts movies."
Linghu Chong, played by Xu Guanjie, is also known as "the most successful Linghu Chong so far" - he perfectly integrates Linghu Chong's heroic world spirit and bohemian business spirit.
Huang Zhan created the eternal masterpiece " A laugh in the sea " for the film. It was born with the movie. The lyrics and music of this theme song run through the entire movie and played an immeasurable role in the success of the movie. .
Jet Li's version of Linghu Chong
Brigitte Lin's version The Invincible
Later Tsui Hark went on to film "The Swordsman 2: The Invincible" and " The Invincible Returns ". Jet Li's version of Linghu Chong was very satisfactory and he gave it to Jin Yong. His name is Li Yangzhong. After Jet Li established his own company, Li Yangzhong was used as the producer. In addition, although Lin Qingxia's "The Invincible East" is considered a classic by movie fans, it is not recognized by Jin Yong.
Chen Shaoxia version Yue Lingshan and Lu Songxian version Linghu Chong
Ren Xianqi version Linghu Chong and Anita Yuen version Ren Yingying
In 1996, TVB filmed "Swordsman" again, with Lu Songxian and Liang Yiling leading Linghu Chong and Ren Yingying. Compared with the version starring Simon Yam and Anita Yuen filmed by Taiwan's Central Television three years later, the Hong Kong version is still more classic. However, the theme song "Tianya" sung by Ren Xianqi in the Taiwan version is very popular.
Fan Wenfang's version of Ren Yingying and Ma Jingtao's version of Linghu Chong
In 2000, Ma Jingtao and Fan Wenfang teamed up for the Singapore version of "Swordsman". Fan Wenfang's Ren Yingying's temperament and appearance were very good, and the limelight overshadowed Ma Jingtao.
Li Yapeng's version of Linghu Chong and Xu Qing's version of Ren Yingying
The 2001 mainland version of "The Swordsman" was the first time the mainland filmed a TV series adapted by Jin Yong. The drama was produced by Zhang Jizhong, directed by Huang Jianzhong and Yuan Bin, and starred by Li Yapeng. At that time, Jin Yong sold the mainland TV drama adaptation rights of "The Swordsman" to CCTV for a symbolic one yuan, which sparked heated discussions. What is gratifying is that the casting of this version is remarkable. Ren Yingying played by Xu Qing, Yue Buqun played by Wei Zi, and Zuo Lengchan played by Tu Men all received praise.
Huo Jianhua version of Linghu Chong and Chen Qiaoen version of Dongfang Invincible
Yuan Shanshan version of Ren Yingying and Huo Jianhua version of Linghu Chong
In 2013, Yu Zheng filmed "The Swordsman" and recruited Huo Jianhua and Chen Qiaoen to play Linghu Chong and Dongfang Invincible, making the original protagonists Ren Yingying retreated to a supporting role. This "traffic version" of "Swordsman" is highly controversial. But what's interesting is that Jin Yong, who is not satisfied with Brigitte Lin, actually likes Dongfang Invincible played by Joe Chen.
According to media reports such as "Lianhe Zaobao", the two also formed a deep friendship. It is said that Chen Qiaoen will stay at Jin Yong's house every time he goes to Hong Kong.
"The Deer and the Cauldron"
"The Deer and the Cauldron" created three versions of the classic "Wei Xiaobao", starring Tony Leung, Stephen Chow and Jordan Chan respectively.The story of this work is set in the late Ming Dynasty and early Qing Dynasty (1644-1689). It tells the story of Wei Xiaobao, who grew up in a brothel in Yangzhou. He broke into the major gangs in the world without any martial arts skills, dealt with the emperor's courtiers, and served as a master. The story of the expedition to Yunnan and Russia has created an image of a little character that is completely different from the traditional knight-errant, and Tony Leung, Stephen Chow and Jordan Chan have also interpreted their own different charms.
Tony Leung's version of Wei Xiaobao and Andy Lau's version Kangxi
In 1984, TVB filmed "The Deer and the Cauldron" with stars joining in. Tony Leung played Wei Xiaobao, Andy Lau played Kangxi, and actors such as Moo Shunyun, Carina Lau, Sandra Ng, Tsang Kong, Liu Dan, Guan Haishan and other actors appeared in the play. Now it seems that the interaction between the young Tony Leung and Andy Lau is very thought-provoking.
Stephen Chow's version of "The Deer and the Cauldron"
The 1992 movie version of "The Deer and the Cauldron" directed by Wang Jing became a classic because of Stephen Chow's starring role. But in fact, this version of the adaptation was so wild and nonsensical that Jin Yong was greatly disappointed, and he commented that it was "simply nonsense."
What’s interesting is that Jin Yong has a very high opinion of Stephen Chow’s performance. Moreover, when Stephen Chow initially told Jin Yong that he would play Wei Xiaobao, Jin Yong responded by fax with six words: He would not be the second choice. I have to mention that this version of "The Deer and the Cauldron" brings together four beauties, Qiu Shuzhen, Zhang Min, Brigitte Lin, and Li Jiaxin. Their looks are very willful.
Jordan Chan's version of Wei Xiaobao
Then there is Wei Xiaobao, the most popular character played by Jordan Chan in TVB's remake of "The Deer and the Cauldron" in 1998. This edition has made major changes to the original novel, changing many of the profound and sarcastic parts into light and humorous ones. The interaction between the arrogant and small-eyed Jordan Chan and Kangxi, played by the gentle and gentle Ma Junwei, is very touching and you will never tire of it.
Zhang Weijian version Wei Xiaobao (on the left is Zhang Qian, Zhang Weijian’s wife, the two became friends because of the drama)
Huang Xiaoming version Wei Xiaobao
In addition, there are several versions of Wei Xiaobao worth mentioning, such as the 2000 Taiwanese TV series "Xiaobao and Kangxi" directed by Wang Jing ", Wei Xiaobao played by Weijian Zhang, has been criticized because the story of the play focuses on Wei Xiaobao and his seven wives, but Ruby Lin , Zhu Yin, Shu Qi , Chen Farong, Wu Chenjun, etc. are mostly beauties. Very eye-catching. In the mainland version of "The Deer and the Cauldron" produced by Zhang Jizhong in 2008, Wei Xiaobao played by Huang Xiaoming was not a good match no matter how you look at it, while Chung Hanliang who played Kangxi was pretty good.
