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chen baoguo, 68, is well-known and praised by everyone in the industry, and is known as a "national treasure" star. since he became popular in the 1980s and 1990s, he has gone through four decades and created countless classic film and television works. however, even this old actor who is at the level of "drama king" has been neglected, disliked, and had his role reduced.

however, it is precisely because chen baoguo has experienced such pain that the audience cherishes and misses every opportunity for him to appear on screen.

after all, in this impetuous entertainment industry, how many people are as "drama mad" as chen baoguo, who can stay up all night and get hurt just to play a role?

chen baoguo's wife zhao kuie said: "he is a madman. he always improvises regardless of the occasion, for fear of forgetting his lines and movements." indeed, in order to immerse himself in the role, chen baoguo often makes some "excessive" moves.

for example, when filming the tv series "the mansion gate", in order to restore the image of a "sickly" poor scholar, he gritted his teeth and lost only 40 pounds, with a sallow complexion and sunken eye sockets. even the crew members were shocked by his emaciated appearance when they first saw him.

what's even more exaggerated is that when filming the martial arts film "iron arm overlord", in order to interpret the visual characteristics of a blind character, chen baoguo actually ground a plastic button into thin pieces and stuffed it into his own eyes. he was trapped in a dark world for several months and almost went blind.

"the director was very opposed at first, but baoguo insisted on doing it, and everyone could only watch." zhao kuie said: "no one dared to stop him, because he was such a serious and stubborn person."

it is this professionalism that has enabled chen baoguo to create unforgettable characters in countless classic dramas, such as the blind gentleman in "the magic whip" and "glass flower"; the poor scholar zhang huamin in "the mansion gate"; the lonely liu changci in "the old farmer" and so on.

but it was this "madness" that made chen baoguo disliked and isolated in the industry.

in 2014, chen baoguo was highly anticipated for a tv series, but soon after filming began, news came that his role had been cut. not only did the director delete all of his individual scenes, but he was also rudely rejected for a minor role.

"we don't need veteran actors, just young stars with good looks are enough!" said a director in question bluntly, which was obviously a heavy mockery and insult to chen baoguo.

in this way, chen baoguo was ruthlessly "abandoned" on the set. this was a heavy blow to an experienced but still "crazy" old actor. at that time, he suffered from both physical and psychological pain, couldn't sleep at night, and became thinner day by day.

"he was just forgotten in the wilderness. this is such a great hurt and insult to a veteran actor with more than 40 years of acting experience!" zhao kuie said with tears in her eyes.

in this way, chen baoguo, who should have continued to produce masterpieces, disappeared from the screen for nearly three years. fortunately, he did not lose his way in the impetuousness and right and wrong of the entertainment industry, and returned to the screen again with his tenacious perseverance...

despite the unprecedented neglect and hurt, chen baoguo did not give up his career. after a short break, he began a new round of waiting and preparation.

"it's time to start over. even if you're old, you still have to fight." chen baoguo said to his wife zhao kuie, "the purpose of life is to stick to your ideals and work hard. don't let these setbacks bring you down."

zhao kuie has always been chen baoguo's biggest spiritual support. since the two met in 1974, the couple has been inseparable until they got married in 1982. although zhao kuie later faded out of the entertainment industry, she has always silently supported her husband's career.

"baoguo pursued me desperately, every day," zhao kuie recalled. "he was such an honest and stubborn person, willing to give everything for his beloved career."

it was with zhao kuie's encouragement and support that chen baoguo regained his passion for his career and began to make difficult preparations to return to the screen.

the first thing is to get rid of the physical condition after leaving the screen. because of the cold reception from the crew, chen baoguo was once severely hit and his health deteriorated. he must recover to the best condition before he can consider taking on roles again.

"he keeps training every day, practicing his lines and basic movements, for fear of becoming rusty.

many times i saw him talking to himself at home, rehearsing a play, as if he was about to perform on stage," zhao kuie said.

in addition to physical recovery, chen baoguo also gave himself enough "armament" on the spiritual level. during that time, he devoted himself to watching the performances of many senior and new actors, and also paid attention to the changes in the current entertainment industry.

"the world is changing, the industry is changing, but rigorous acting is eternal." this is the philosophy of life summed up by chen baoguo.

he was determined to reshape his acting career and make better acting.

just when chen baoguo was ready, a tv drama company reconciled with him based on a drama many years ago. when seeing the news of chen baoguo's return, many people in the industry were impressed.

"if chen baoguo really wants to make a comeback, it will be a breath of fresh air for the entire industry!" a screenwriter commented. everyone is looking forward to whether this former "drama king" can regain his glory and continue his glory.

the opportunity finally came. the crew specially found a role for chen baoguo that was a perfect "actor's role", which required a lot of physical and mental effort. the director of the crew even said: "we are confident that mr. baoguo will play the leading role."

chen baoguo really lived up to everyone's expectations. after waking up, he immediately entered "crazy mode": studying the script diligently, interacting and learning with young actors enthusiastically, and striving for perfection in every action and detail...

when netizens who watched the movie saw this veteran actor shining on the screen, they were all amazed. "this is acting! this is a real veteran actor!" many young people were crazy about him online.

what is even more touching is that chen baoguo said in a media interview: "i am just doing my last bit to leave some footprints for everyone." this humility and persistence made everyone respect him.

for a time, chen baoguo won a great victory on the screen and once again became the "king of classics". and this 67-year-old veteran actor also gave the world his final feedback with his dedication and strength.