Hong Kong ushered in a life destined to be extraordinary - Anita Mui. Fate seems to have arranged a different life trajectory for her from the beginning. At only 4 years old, the young Anita Mui followed her mother to perform on stage and run for a living.
This seemingly difficult beginning, but it became the starting point for her future legend.
Anita Mui's childhood stage experience has accumulated a rich heritage for her. In 1982, at the age of 19, with her love for the stage, she participated in the first "Hong Kong Rookie Singing Contest". The experience and talent she has accumulated over the years has made her a godsend, which is undoubtedly a godsend from the god of fate.
Subsequently, she signed a contract with "Huaxing Records" and officially stepped into the music world, starting her brilliant acting career.
Anita Mui, like a jade, has become more dazzling after careful polishing. Her unique voice and performance style blend Chinese and Western elements, just like the epitome of Hong Kong.
It is this unique charm that has earned her the reputation of "Hong Kong Daughter" When she was 20 years old, Anita Mui went to Japan to participate in the music festival, and conquered the Japanese judges who have always been known for their pickiness with a song "Hand Over My Heart", and also won the love of a large number of Japanese fans.
Anita Mui's talent is not limited to the field of music, she has also set foot in the film and television industry, showing amazing acting talent. In the movie "Yoshiko Kawashima", Anita Mui successfully interpreted a "Gege" who disguised herself as a man, and interpreted the complex and depressed life of this character to the fullest.
In order to better portray this role, Anita Mui went to Japan a few months in advance to experience the real life of Yoshiko Kawashima on the set, she was always the first to arrive, carefully studied the script, and showed her dedication and love for art.
Anita Mui's talent and dedication have made her a coveted collaboration for many directors. It is a great pity for everyone that although she and director Zhang Yimou failed to cooperate successfully, Anita Mui's charm and talent are deeply imprinted in the heart of director Zhang Yimou.
He once sighed affectionately that "the biggest regret in this life" is that he has not worked with Anita Mui, which shows that Anita Mui's position in the director's heart is irreplaceable.
From debut at the age of 4 to becoming a "Hong Kong daughter", from the music industry to the film industry, Anita Mui has written a brilliant chapter in her life through her talent and hard work. Her story is not only a personal success, but also a microcosm of the times, witnessing the golden years of the Hong Kong entertainment industry.
In 1965, Zhang Yimou, who was 15 years old at the time, met a girl who would change his life - Xiao Hua. At that time, Zhang Yimou was still an ordinary junior high school student, but Xiao Hua was a transfer student from Beijing and happened to sit behind him.
The gears of fate quietly turned, and the trajectories of their lives have been intertwined ever since.
Zhang Yimou took special care of this new girl, and after the contact gradually increased, a young relationship sprouted between the two. However, young love soon encountered a severe test.
Zhang Yimou was arranged to work in a remote area because of family reasons, in the face of this sudden separation, Xiao Hua chose to follow without hesitation after careful consideration, completely ignoring the opposition of his parents, and resolutely went to the countryside to spend a difficult time with Zhang Yimou.
Xiao Hua, who has lived in the city since he was a child, did not hesitate to endure a hard life such as sleeping in a cave and eating wild vegetables for love. However, she never had a word of complaint, got up early every day to do farm work, and cared for Zhang Yimou in every detail.
This period of common struggle has made the relationship between the two deeper.
Three years later, they finally returned to the city. Zhang Yimou was assigned to work in a cotton mill, where he was first introduced to the camera and discovered his talent for photography.
After Xiao Hua saw Zhang Yimou's love for photography, in order to support his dream, he decided to save money to buy him a camera.
Zhang Yimou's talent was quickly recognized. With Xiao Hua's help, he used his personal connections in Beijing to get acquainted with the leaders of the photography department of the Beijing Film Academy. After seeing Zhang Yimou's previous works, the leaders thought he was a malleable talent, so they made an exception and invited him to study at the Beijing Film Academy.
This opportunity became an important turning point in Zhang Yimou's life.
After further study, Zhang Yimou began his film career. In 1987, his debut film "Red Sorghum" became an instant hit, which not only made him famous, but also made the starring Gong Li the first "Mou girl".
However, after becoming famous, Zhang Yimou fell into the whirlpool of feelings.
The relationship between Zhang Yimou and Gong Li became more and more ambiguous, and the paparazzi finally revealed intimate photos of the two. Faced with such a situation, Zhang Yimou chose to go home for a showdown with Xiao Hua. Although Xiao Hua tried to keep it, he finally agreed to the divorce.
In this way, Zhang Yimou abandoned Xiao Hua, who had been with him all the time, and was with Gong Li.
However, the relationship did not develop into marriage as the outside world imagined. In the past 8 years, although Zhang Yimou often took Gong Li to attend various activities, he never gave her any promises.
In the end, Gong Li couldn't wait for Zhang Yimou's marriage proposal and chose to break up.
After Gong Li broke up, Zhang Yimou soon married Chen Ting, who was 31 years younger than him, and had two sons and a daughter. However, even when his career and family seem to be complete, Zhang Yimou still has an irreparable regret in his heart - that is, he failed to cooperate with Anita Mui.
While Zhang Yimou's directorial career is thriving, Anita Mui's talent is also widely praised in the entertainment industry. Zhang Yimou admired Anita Mui's acting skills and has always been eager to work with this talented artist.
However, fate always seems to play a joke on them, allowing this wish to be repeatedly frustrated.
Initially, Zhang Yimou invited Anita Mui to participate in his film "Bad Girl", and Anita Mui's role in the film seemed to be tailor-made for her, and Zhang Yimou firmly believed that no one was more suitable than her.
It's a pity that due to schedule conflicts, this cooperation failed to materialize, and this miss did not make Zhang Yimou give up, but inspired his determination to cooperate with Anita Mui.
Zhang Yimou was motivated by his appreciation of Anita Mui's talent, and tailor-made the role in "Ambush on All Sides" for her - the charming woman in the rivers and lakes. He thought Anita Mui's acting skills were impeccable, so he invited her to play the role.
When Anita Mui received the invitation, her heart was full of joy and expectation, she read the script carefully, had a deeper understanding of the role, happily agreed to Zhang Yimou's invitation, and looked forward to filming like a child.
However, fate once again intervened mercilessly, and Anita Mui was diagnosed with uterine cancer. Faced with this sudden illness, Anita Mui had to push off this long-awaited role and devote herself to difficult treatment instead.
Getting this news, Zhang Yimou's heart was full of regret and reluctance. He knew that this might be their last chance to work together, so he was full of respect and regret for Anita Mui. At the end of "Ambush on All Sides", Zhang Yimou specially wrote: "I would like to use this film to remember Miss Anita Mui.
In addition to this, he also revised the script to permanently take the role of the "Jianghu Girl" as his own, as a tribute to this great artist.
This unrealized cooperation has become a permanent regret in Zhang Yimou's heart. He once publicly said that Anita Mui was the biggest regret of his life, and he was even willing to wait for it for a lifetime.
These words are not a confession to Anita Mui, but an appreciation and praise for her performance, and a deep regret for not being able to cooperate with her.
The unfulfilled agreement between Anita Mui and Zhang Yimou has become a big regret in the Chinese film industry. This is not only a personal loss for the two artists, but also a big loss for the Chinese film industry.
However, this regret also made us more deeply aware of Anita Mui's talent and charm, as well as her irreplaceable position in the entertainment industry.
Anita Mui's charm is not only reflected in her talent, but also in her unique personality. In the entire Hong Kong entertainment industry, she enjoys a high reputation and is recognized as the "eldest sister".
She has a wide circle of friends and is very righteous to each of her friends, and this sincere friendship makes her highly respected and loved both inside and outside the circle.
Many artists who have worked with Anita Mui are full of praise for her. Andy Lau once commented on Anita Mui and said: "She will always care about newcomers and some people who need to be taken care of." "
Stephen Chow also said: "She is a rare acting genius in a century, and it is my honor to be able to work with her."
Maggie Cheung said: "Among all the actresses I have worked with, she is the actress who impresses me the most, she has no jealousy, and she is very comfortable to work with" These evaluations fully demonstrate Anita Mui's artistic attainments and warmth, carefulness, broad-mindedness and professional attitude.
Anita Mui's charm is not only reflected in her talent and personality, but also in her dedication and love for art. During the filming of the movie "Yoshiko Kawashima", she showed admirable professionalism.
In order to better shape the character, she went to Japan a few months in advance to experience the real life of Yoshiko Kawashima on the set, and she was always the first to arrive, and her dedication and passion for art to study the script seriously allowed her to show her unique charm in each role.
Anita Mui's influence continues to this day, her talent and charm have attracted generations of newcomers, and her musical achievements have been exemplary, setting an example for countless singers.
The roles she portrayed in film and television works have also become classics, setting a benchmark for future generations of actors, and more importantly, Anita Mui's life, dedication and love for art have become a common model inside and outside the entertainment industry.
Anita Mui's life is just like what she said in her own lyrics: she really bloomed into a "woman's flower", showing her beauty and infectious energy. Her appeal comes not only from her talent, but also from her charisma and passion for art.
This charisma made her an eternal goddess on stage, and even after years of her departure, she is still deeply remembered and revered.
In 2003, a shocking news came from the Chinese entertainment industry: Anita Mui was diagnosed with uterine cancer. This news not only broke the hearts of her fans, but also shook the entire entertainment industry.
In the face of this brutal diagnosis, Anita Mui showed extraordinary courage and love for life.
Although doctors recommended removal of the uterus to control the condition, Anita Mui still had illusions about pregnancy and did not follow the doctor's instructions. This decision, while filled with a desire for life, led to a rapid deterioration in her condition.
However, even at the end of her life, Anita Mui still did not give up her dreams and love for the stage.
Anita Mui made a touching decision at the last moment of her life - to hold the last concert of her life. This decision shows her love for the stage, and it also reflects her courage and strength in the face of life.
She chose to wear a white wedding dress, as if she was going to complete a belated "wedding" with the stage she loved so much and with all the fans who loved her.
This concert was held at the Hong Kong Red Pavilion and became the last bloom of Anita Mui's artistic career. Despite her physical weakness, she gave her all and gave a wonderful performance to the audience.
When she said the last "bye-bye", the audience burst into tears, as if Anita Mui had exhausted all her strength to say goodbye to the world she loved so much.
Although Anita Mui's life is short, it is extremely wonderful. She didn't wait for her real lover, and although she had a passionate relationship with Zhao Wenzhuo, she eventually parted ways. However, she achieved the fullness of her life in her own way - she wore her long-awaited wedding dress and married fans and viewers who loved her dearly.
At the end of 2003, Anita Mui left this world, leaving behind countless unfinished dreams and regrets, and her departure has become an eternal regret in the hearts of many people, including Zhang Yimou. In her last performance, Anita Mui used her life to write her last chapter, completing the perfect end of her legendary life.
Although Anita Mui has been gone for many years, her charm and influence have continued unabated. The artistic legacy she left behind, like a star that shines forever, illuminates the Chinese-speaking entertainment industry and has had a profound impact on generations of artists.
Anita Mui's musical works are still widely sung today, and her unique voice and performance style have not only set an example for countless singers to follow, but also deeply touched the hearts of listeners.
From "Woman's Flower" to "Women's Suffering", each song carries her understanding of life and pursuit of art, and these works are not only musical classics, but also carriers of emotions, which continue to move every listener.
In the field of film and television, the role portrayed by Anita Mui has become a classic and set a benchmark for later actors. Her outstanding performance in "Yoshiko Kawashima" shows her deep acting skills and deep understanding of the role.
These roles are not only representative of Anita Mui's artistic career, but also an important chapter in the history of Chinese cinema.
More importantly, Anita Mui's way of life, as well as her dedication and love for art, have become a common model inside and outside the entertainment industry. The professionalism and dedication she has shown have deeply influenced countless future generations of artists.
Her care and care for newcomers, as well as her sincere friendship with her peers, have become objects of remembrance and learning.
Even a director like Zhang Yimou, who is known as a "national teacher", has deep respect and regret for Anita Mui. In his "Ambush on All Sides", the role left for Anita Mui has become an eternal memorial to the great artist.
This is not only a personal regret, but also a regret of the entire Chinese film industry.
Anita Mui's life is a true charisma, and her talent, personality and love of art make for a rich and moving image. Her story has become an immortal legend in the Chinese entertainment industry.
Let us pay our highest tribute to this great artist. Although Anita Mui has left us, her charm and influence will always remain, continuing to illuminate the path of those who come after her and inspire more people to continue to move forward on the road of art.