In 1993, 23-year-old Sun Honglei fell into confusion at the crossroads of his life. He was once the "Break King" of the Northeast and had accumulated a total of 110,000 yuan in savings, which was a considerable fortune at that time.
But the sudden silence of the break dance market made him lose the stage he fought for, Sun Honglei's eyes flashed with confusion, but at the same time, he was also full of expectations for the future.
At the suggestion of a friend, Sun Honglei resolutely decided to apply for the Central Academy of Drama and started his acting career. But the road to pursuing your dreams has not been easy. The weight of 178 pounds has become a problem for him, and he has even encountered cynicism. However, Sun Honglei did not flinch, his eyes flashed with the flame of not admitting defeat, and he struggled forward.
Sun Honglei silently swore in his heart that he must succeed! He began a rigorous weight-loss program. Running at least 25 laps a day on the school playground and even doing ballet jumps, he never gave up despite sweat and sore muscles.
Sometimes, he would stop and rest for a moment, looking at the sky in the distance, his eyes full of determination and longing.
Sun Honglei adhered to the weight loss plan for a month and successfully lost 36 pounds. When he stood in front of the mirror and saw his new image, the corners of his mouth unconsciously raised a confident smile.
His efforts were not in vain, standing out from 700 applicants and successfully stepping into the door of the Central Academy of Drama.
Standing at the gate of the academy, Sun Honglei took a deep breath, he knew that this was just the beginning, and there were more difficulties waiting for him ahead. But at this moment, his heart burns with a love for acting, and this love will sustain him through every difficulty in the future.
The former king of breaking has officially entered the road of actor and embarked on a new chapter in his life. Sun Honglei is convinced that as long as you work hard, there is no dream that cannot be realized. There was a determined glint in his eyes, as if he had seen the bright stars on the stage of the future.
Sun Honglei gradually stepped onto the big stage of the Central Academy of Drama from a representative stage in the Northeast. This special experience of his not only changed the trajectory of his life, but also laid a solid foundation for his later acting career.
The story of his life and every action he makes on stage is full of power and passion that moves people for him.
In 1999, 26-year-old Sun Honglei met Ding Jiali, who was 11 years older than him, at the rehearsal site of the stage play "Mr. and Mrs. Curie". At that time, Ding Jiali was already an accomplished actor, with the glory of winning the Golden Rooster Best Supporting Actress twice and the Plum Blossom Award for Drama twice.
In contrast, Sun Honglei is still a newcomer who has just stepped into the entertainment industry, and his eyes are full of awe for his predecessors and his ardent desire for acting career.
Fate is always full of drama. During the last rehearsal, Sun Honglei was suddenly told that he could not play. His face was full of loss and anxiety, as if his dream was about to be shattered. At this critical moment, Ding Jiali reached out to him.
With her help, Sun Honglei successfully took the stage, and the two won the Outstanding Performance Award, and this cooperation became a catalyst for their relationship, and Sun Honglei looked at Ding Jiali with more gratitude and respect in his eyes.
However, the relationship was not all smooth sailing. At that time, Sun Honglei was at a low point in his career, and even had a stomach ulcer during the filming of "Mr. and Mrs. Curie". Ding Jiali's careful care gradually warmed up their feelings, and their eyes revealed tacit understanding and understanding beyond their years.
Sun Honglei was often moved by Ding Jiali's thoughtfulness, and Ding Jiali was attracted by Sun Honglei's talent and potential.
Despite the huge age gap between the two, the two eventually got together and began a three-year relationship. In this relationship, they are like a wonderful performance on the stage, full of passion and challenges.
They support each other, grow together, and give each other great encouragement in their careers and lives.
However, this relationship also laid the groundwork for future rumors. In the complex environment of the entertainment industry, their relationship quickly became the focus of attention from the outside world. Despite their efforts to keep a low profile, the duo has not been able to avoid the gossip.
Looking back on this relationship, Sun Honglei's eyes often reveal complex emotions. This experience not only enriched his life experience, but also had a profound impact on his acting career.
Sweet or bitter, this relationship has undoubtedly become an indelible part of his life.
1998 was an important turning point for Sun Honglei. In this year, he met his Bole - the famous director Zhao Baogang. At that time, Sun Honglei participated in the audition for the role of "Jianjun" in the TV series "Never Look Away", and he stood on the set, his eyes were both nervous and full of expectation, which may be an important opportunity in his career.
However, the first meeting did not go well. Zhao Baogang made him wait for four and a half hours, and then only said: "No, this person has to be replaced." This sentence was like a slap in the face, and Sun Honglei's face was full of loss and frustration.
He lowered his head and left the set silently, the dream in his heart seemed to be shattered in an instant.
The frustrated Sun Honglei found a small shop, drank four bottles of beer in one go, and ate a few tea eggs. His eyes were full of uncertainty and confusion about the future, and he felt helpless about where he would go next.
However, the arrangement of fate is always unexpected, and the next day, his life has undergone earth-shaking changes, Zhao Baogang changed his mind and decided not to let Sun Honglei leave, and the surprise and turning point made Sun Honglei see the hope of life again.
When Zhao Baogang told Sun Honglei about this decision, Sun Honglei's eyes instantly lit up, and his face was full of surprise and gratitude. He clenched his fists, secretly determined to make the most of this opportunity.
This dramatic turn became the beginning of Sun Honglei's acting career. In "Never Look Away", Sun Honglei participated in more than 20 scenes, which also became his first TV series work.
During the filming process, Sun Honglei won the trust of Zhao Baogang with his potential and hard work, and the two gradually established a deep relationship of trust.
Since then, Zhao Baogang and Sun Honglei no longer need to be bound by contracts, but based on mutual trust. Every time they meet, their eyes reveal appreciation and recognition for each other.
Zhao Baogang often praises Sun Honglei's acting skills, and Sun Honglei is full of gratitude to Zhao Baogang.
This experience not only gave Sun Honglei a valuable opportunity to perform, but more importantly, he found a director who truly appreciated his talent. Under the guidance of Zhao Baogang, Sun Honglei's acting skills have become increasingly sophisticated, laying a solid foundation for his future acting career.
After Sun Honglei's success in "Like Fog, Like Rain and Like Wind", some false rumors began to spread in the entertainment industry. Among them, the most well-known is the saying "Ding Jiali knelt down to Zhao Baogang for Sun Honglei to beg for play".
This rumor is like a dark cloud, which has been covering Sun Honglei's head for many years, making him bear the notoriety of "relying on women to take the position".
Whenever this topic was mentioned, a trace of pain and helplessness always flashed in Sun Honglei's eyes. He knew that his success came from strength and hard work, but he couldn't stop the speculation and discussion from the outside world.
This sense of powerlessness often frustrates him, but he chooses to respond to these untruths with silence and excellent performances.
However, the truth is very different from the rumors. In an interview, Zhao Baogang finally opened his mouth to clarify the facts. His eyes were firm and his tone was resolute, and he did not hide his disdain for this rumor at all.
Zhao Baogang said bluntly: "Ding Jiali begged for Sun Honglei and 'knelt' to me? Don't make a fuss."
Zhao Baogang further clarified that he was not familiar with Ding Jiali, and even said that Ding Jiali didn't even watch his play. Speaking of this, the expression on Zhao Baogang's face was full of disgust at the rumors and recognition of Sun Honglei's talent.
More crucially, Zhao Baogang revealed a key message: Sun Honglei's first collaboration with him was in 1998's "Never Look Away", and this collaboration predates Sun Honglei and Ding Jiali's acquaintance.
Zhao Baogang mentioned his appreciation of Sun Honglei in his memories, and he believed that in "Never Look Away", Sun Honglei successfully made the audience remember his role in only 28 scenes, and when it came to these, Zhao Baogang's eyes flashed with appreciation and approval.
It is precisely because of Zhao Baogang's superb performance in "Like Fog, Like Rain and Like Wind" that he took the initiative to invite Sun Honglei to join when the filming of this drama started, and tailored a role for him.
Zhao Baogang said resolutely: "It's too late to tie him up!" These words not only clarified the rumor that Sun Honglei "relied on women to take the position", but also conveyed his high recognition of Sun Honglei's acting skills.
After the truth was made public, the entertainment industry and the public fell into deep thought. Sun Honglei's eyes regained their former brilliance, and the bitterness and helplessness of many years were released at this moment. This not only restores the true appearance of an actor, but also an in-depth reflection on the ecology of the entire entertainment industry.
Sun Honglei and Ding Jiali chose to remain silent about the rumors that have been circulating for years. The reason behind this silence may be respect for past feelings, or it may be for career development considerations.
However, this silence also provides a breeding ground for rumors.
Whenever people were forced to mention that rumor again, Sun Honglei's eyes always showed pain and helplessness. While he remained calm on the surface, his clenched fists betrayed his inner struggle.
Despite his inner anguish, he still chose to respond forcefully to these untruths with a masterful performance.
However, Sun Honglei's image has been affected by years of misunderstanding and abuse. Although he has made great achievements in his acting career, from "Never Look Away" to "Like Fog, Like Rain and Like Wind", and then to later "Gang of Men", "Landing, Please Turn on Your Phone" and other works have shown his excellent acting skills and professionalism, but the label of "relying on women to get on top" always seems to have always accompanied him.
Sun Honglei was in such a predicament until 2014. When he won the award that year for "Untouchable," the topic was still being talked about. When asked about this, he often had a tired look in his eyes, but he remained silent and proved his professionalism with an excellent performance.
Despite all the difficulties, Sun Honglei never gave up his acting career. With his own strength and hard work, he gradually changed the public's opinion with one excellent work after another.
In the process, his eyes have always shone with love and determination for his acting career.
When Zhao Baogang publicly clarified the facts, both the entertainment industry and the public fell into deep reflection. Zhao Baogang's disdain for rumors and affirmation of Sun Honglei's talent in his eyes, his words were loud: "Ding Jiali begged for Sun Honglei to play, and 'knelt' down to me?" Don't make a fuss. This sentence is like a hammer, waking up the public who have been blinded by rumors for a long time.
This case warns us that we should be cautious and rational when evaluating public figures, and not be easily deceived by superficial appearances. Zhao's clarification not only restores the facts, but also raises questions about why we can easily believe those unsubstantiated rumors?
At the same time, this incident also reminds us to respect the private lives of artists and pay attention to their works and talents, rather than unwarranted speculation and rumors. Every time he talks about this topic, Sun Honglei's eyes always reveal complex emotions, both relief and helplessness about the past.
Sun Honglei's story shows us that in the entertainment industry, the truth is often more complex and touching than rumors. His success from a dancer in the Northeast to a famous actor is more due to his own talent and hard work, rather than "relying on women to get on top" as people speculate outside.
When the truth was revealed, Sun Honglei's eyes regained their former light, a relief that he felt after being misunderstood for many years.
In addition to expressing the restoration of the actors, this story is also a deep reflection on the ecology of the entertainment industry, which reminds us that in such an era of rapid information dissemination, we all have the responsibility to discern the truth, rather than blindly follow the trend, only in this way can we create a more fair and rational public opinion environment.