Zhao Liying Wins Best Actress at the 32nd China TV Golden Eagle Awards
Chinese actress Zhao Liying has won the Best Actress award at the 32nd China TV Golden Eagle Awards for her performance in the popular drama ‘Half A Lifelong Romance’. This comes shortly after her Best Actress win at the Magnolia Awards for the same role.
Renowned Chinese actress Zhao Liying has emerged victorious yet again, taking home the Best Actress trophy at the prestigious 32nd China TV Golden Eagle Awards held in Hunan province. The 35-year-old star won for her captivating performance as Gu Qingyu in the hit period romance series “Half A Lifelong Romance”.
This marks Zhao’s second major Best Actress win for “Half A Lifelong Romance” in quick succession, as she was also crowned at the Shanghai TV Festival’s Magnolia Awards just days ago. Her dual wins serve as a strong affirmation of her stellar acting chops and immense popularity with audiences.
“Half A Lifelong Romance”, adapted from the novel of the same name, tells a heart-wrenching love story spanning three decades. Zhao’s nuanced portrayal of Gu Qingyu as she navigates the ups and downs of romance and societal change won praise for its emotional depth and authenticity.
Zhao faced stiff competition for the Golden Eagle Award from several acclaimed actresses, including Liu Tao (“A Lifelong Journey”), Li Qin (“A Good Person”), Wu Yue (“County Party Committee Compound”), Zhou Xun (“Imperfect Victim”), Tang Yan (“Flourish”), and others. However, her absence from the ceremony, along with that of many other nominees, sparked discussion online.
Some netizens speculated that Zhao’s win was a foregone conclusion, causing other actresses to skip the event. They pointed to the fact that the series' other cast members went unrecognized as evidence of favoritism towards Zhao.
However, Zhao’s supporters argue that her victories are well-deserved, recognizing her growth and transformation as an actress. From her breakout role in “The Journey of Flower” in 2015, to her more recent critically-acclaimed turns in series like “Guardians” and “Legend of Fei”, Zhao has proven her versatility and ability to carry hit dramas.
At 35, Zhao is hitting her stride as she transitions into more mature roles in her career. With her second Best Actress win at the Golden Eagle Awards, one of the most reputable and influential awards in Chinese television, she has solidified her position as one of the brightest stars of her generation. Fans are now eagerly awaiting her next projects, anticipating more enthralling performances to come.