Li Xian (actor)
Li Xian (Chinese: 李现; born 19 October 1991)[2] is a Chinese actor. He made his feature film debut in 2011 and is best known for his role in the drama Go Go Squid!.[3]
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李现 | |||||||
Li Xian on TVC, December 2019 | |||||||
Pronunciation | Lǐ Xiàn | ||||||
Born | Li Han 李現 19 October 1991 Xianning, Hubei, China | ||||||
Nationality | Chinese | ||||||
Education | Beijing Film Academy Performance Department | ||||||
Occupation | Actor | ||||||
Years active | 2011 | –present||||||
Agent | Easy Entertainment (2011–present) | ||||||
Notable work | Go Go Squid! | ||||||
Home town | Jingzhou, Hubei Province | ||||||
Height | 185 cm (6 ft 1 in)[1] | ||||||
Chinese name | |||||||
Simplified Chinese | 李现 | ||||||
Traditional Chinese | 李現 | ||||||
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Vietnamese name | |||||||
Vietnamese | Lý Hiện | ||||||
Thai name | |||||||
Thai | หลี่เซี่ยน | ||||||
Korean name | |||||||
Hangul | 이현 | ||||||
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Website | Li Xian on Sina Weibo (in Chinese) (registration required) |
Early life
Li Xian (Chinese: 李晛) was born on October 19, 1991, in Xianning and grew up in Jingzhou, Hubei.[4] He studied at Jingzhou Middle School. In 2009, he planned to study STEM in college, but after failing the annual college entrance examination, he took the test again and entered the Performance Department at Beijing Film Academy in 2010.[5] For the convenience of entry, Li changed his Chinese name from "晛" to "现", which means "present".[2] Li was the first college student from Jingzhou, Hubei Province to be admitted to the academy.
Before attending college, Li was not good at maths, physics, and chemistry. He studied harder for another year before he graduated. As he grew up in a middle-class family, he studied some musical instruments when he was young, which later led to his acting career. [6]
Career
2011–2018: Acting debut and rising popularity
Li began his acting career during his second year of his studies by appearing in small roles in director Wang Jing's film Feng Shui. The director was a professor in the photography department of Li's school at that time. He wanted to find Hubei children of 18–19 years old who were preparing for the college entrance examination[7].[8] The following year, he had a small role in the romantic teen film Singing When We're Young, produced by Andy Lau.[9][10] In 2014, Li made his small-screen debut in the urban web series City of Fantasy.[11]
In 2016, Li co-starred with Chen Xiao, Du Tianhao, and Liu Ruilin in the coming-of-age brotherhood web series, Who Sleeps My Bro, which is adapted from Gao Xiaosong's song of the same name.[12][13] In April, the web series was adapted into a feature film starring the original cast.[14] In the same year, he co-starred with Angelababy, Jing Boran, and Bai Yu in the Esports romance film Love O2O, playing Yu Banshan, best friend of the film's leading actor Xiao Nai. Li co-starred alongside Zhang Ruoyun and Jiao Junyan in the Chinese forensic web series Medical Examiner Dr. Qin as the criminal police captain, Lin Tao.[15] The web series has been praised for its bold plots, intense storyline,[16] and attractive cast.[17] The web series garnered 1.2 billion views.[18][19] In December 2016, Li starred in the music video of Zhang Jiao's "I'm Jiang Xiaobai 2016" and was also featured in the second-edition music video of Luhan’s "Medal".
In 2017, Li received his first starring role in the web series Tientsin Mystic as Guo Deyou. To better depict the character, he learned the Mengzi dialect, freediving, snorkeling, and deep diving. The web series was praised as an improvement in the quality of Chinese web series[20] and received a Douban score of 8.2. Netflix later bought the series' copyright.[21] By this time, Li's popularity was on the rise as he received praise for his acting ability.[22][23] In the same year, Li acted as Luo Ronghuan in the film The Founding of an Army, which was commissioned to commemorate the 90th anniversary of the establishment of People's Liberation Army.[24]
In 2018, Li starred in the romance television series Only Side by Side with You as a special forces agent, Chang Jianxiong. Li gained 20 pounds in 45 days for the role.[25] Later, he made a special appearance in the web series Women in Shanghai. Also in 2018, Li once again co-starred with Zhang Ruoyun in Nuts as Xu Zicong.[26]
In the same year, Li starred in a short travel film that was filmed in Melbourne, Australia. The film was commissioned to attract more tourists to Victoria, Australia, by showcasing the state's natural and cultural attractions. VisitVictoria announced that Li was to be the image ambassador for China. [27]
2019–present: Breakthrough
At the end of 2017, Li, who was still busy with the promotion period of Tientsin Mystic, was cast in the live action costume drama Sword Dynasty.[29] He started sword training and physical training three months prior to the start of filming. Filming began in 2018 in Weihai using a 360-degree rollover lens, which often required repeated takes in order to get the perfect shot. Li reportedly suffered from muscle strain from filming.[30] The web drama was broadcast on iQIYI after Li's hit esports romantic comedy television series, Go Go Squid![31]
Li revealed that he was filming in Hengdian, when the staff recommended the novel and script of Go Go Squid! to him. Li felt the character was a good fit for him, having a similar work ethic and attitude.[32] According to Fang Ying, vice-president of Huace/Croton Media, when Li first came on set, he couldn't walk properly, but he overcame the injury and spared no effort in coping with the filming schedule.[3] The series not only topped television ratings for its time slot and became the most-streamed television series,[33] but was also the best national television series in 2019.[31] Li‘s portrayal of Han Shangyan received mixed reviews. Some viewers criticized his low voice and his short lines. However, he also received great attention from young fans and "mom fans",[34] topped the network transmission popularity index,[35] and garnered praise from Xinhua News's editor.[36] Li topped the list of the 2019 episodes' network broadcast index with Go Go Squid! and Sword Dynasty,[37] marking a breakthrough in his career.[38]
Han Shangyan is also Li's favorite role on TV series to date. Li has said he enjoys playing video games in his free time, much like his character, Han, who is a professional game player. Some games Li usually plays with his friends for leisure are FIFA PS4, CS, WOW and NBA2K. [39]
Li also contributed to the soundtrack song For Future (Gei Wei Lai), which appeared on Billboard China Social Chart as well as Billboard China Top 100[40] for 10 weeks and peaked at Top 7.[41] Li later made a cameo appearance as an air traffic controller in the Chinese film The Captain, which was directed by Hong Kong's Andrew Lau Wai-keung and is based on a real-life mid-air crisis aboard a Sichuan Airlines flight.[42] Li sang on the soundtrack of Red Fox Scholar in the song Glorious Future (Qian Cheng Si jin) with Chen Linong, which peaked at No. 8 on Billboard China Social Chart.[43]
In 2019, Dragon Television invited Li was invited to the New Year's Eve event,[44] where he performed solo the theme song of Go Go Squid!, "Milk Bread", and "Nobody".
In 2020, he made a guest appearance on the program Into the Spring Gala[45] and appeared on the CCTV New Year's Gala for the first time.[46] He sang "Hello 2020" with Zhou Dongyu, Ma Sichun, Li Qin, and Zhu Yilong.[47] In February 2020, Li, along with Chang Shilei, Doudou, and Zhu Yilong, performed a song to support citizens of Wuhan in their fight against COVID-19. The lyrics express concern and gratitude towards the unsung medical heroes who sacrifice themselves for Wuhan.[48] On May 11, 2020, Li was officially announced as the lead role in the historical television series A Love Never Lost.[49]
In an interview with Epicture, Li said his idol is Zhang Zhen, who has successfully appeared in a variety of film genres, including melodrama, a genre that he also would like to try one day. [50]
Currently, Li has four unreleased films: Red Fox Scholar; Schemes in Antiques; Love Song 1980; and The Enigma of Arrival, which was scheduled for release on Valentine's Day 2020[51] but was delayed due to COVID-19[52].
Public image
General
Feng Xiaogang in 2019.[53]
Li has been labeled as the "Present boyfriend".[54][55] The first impression of Li is modesty.[56] Chi Xiangzhen, head of Weiquan, praised Li's sunny and fresh image, his work ethic, and his modern attitude.[57] Actress Yang Zi, Li's co-star in Go Go Squid!, complimented him for being one of the most serious and dedicated actors she has worked with.[58] She argued against the belief tLi became an overnight sensation[59] by citing his previous hard work in the industry.[60] In 2019, GQ's editor mentioned Li as the best example of a hard-working individual bound for success.[61] CEO Yang Tian Zen told Youth With You's contestants to follow Li's example of navigating fame. She praised Li for learning Japanese and English to improve his acting skills instead of solely seeking wealth. Actress Liu Tianchi also praised Li's professionalism.[62]
Li has listed He Zhengyu, Oguri Shun, Ryan Gosling as his favorite actors. He wants to create characters and storylines that have a positive effect on the film industry, audience, and society. He has always loved watching movies and sharing film reviews. He even predicted the Oscar winner list for 2020 with 90% accuracy.[63]
Li considers his acting career as a lifetime profession. In an interview with "Epicture", he said that acting was an career option that he didn't realize he wanted until he tried it, comparing it to the first macaron he tasted, which then became his favorite dessert. [64]
Li doesn't consider himself to be an idol; he always refers to himself as an actor.[65] He is recognized for his masculine appearance,[66] style,[67] positive energy[68] and good attitude.[69] He has been featured often in fashion magazines, experimenting with different modeling styles[70] He posed for both classic and artistic portrait styles in GQ magazine's May 2020 issue.[71] His modern photos appeared in L'OFFICIELX magazine's August 2019 issue. [72] In the same year, Li was invited by Elle to appear with Yangzi, his costar in Go Go Squid! on their magazine cover. The issue sold more than 20,000 copies in the first two printings.[73] Li showed off his suit style in LEON the Professional with Chunxia in January 2020. [74]
Weibo
Li likes to talk about sports, book lists, music, and movies on his Weibo. In 2019, during the broadcast of his drama Go Go Squid!, Li's Baidu Index, WeChat Index, and Weibo all ranked first in follower growth.[75] His followers on Weibo grew quickly from 5 million to 20 million.[76] He is one of Baidu’s Top 10 most-searched celebrities of 2019.[77]
Li also shares excerpts from his diaries with his fans on his Weibo. These entries were written about his acting career, TV interviews, and personal life. He shared a tribute to Kobe Bryant after his death and also shared his opinions on Oscar-awarded films. [78]
To support and encourage Li's career, his followers shared a song they wrote called "I fall in love with a man called Li Xian" on Weibo in 2018.[79]
Philanthropy
In 2016, Li was an ambassador at the Xindi Charity Vertical Run-Bravely Go to Shanghai IFC of the Vertical Marathon World Tour, held at the Shanghai International Financial Center. He participated in the opening ceremony and aerobics classes with children at the event.[80] In March 2017, he participated in the promotion of the United Nations's World Wildlife Day with public welfare videos and social media posts, calling on the public to actively participate in the protection of wildlife and defend the natural environment.[81] Li advocated against pollution using public welfare videos[82] for the third United Nations Environment Conference in December 2017, which focused on promoting "a zero-pollution earth." In 2018, Li was appointed as a brand ambassador of White Magnolia's Reading Program at the 24th Shanghai TV Festival.[83][84]
Li is the goodwill ambassador of the China Youth Development Foundation. On January 29, 2020, he donated 200,000 yuan to the foundation's "Fight against the Epidemic – Project Hope Special Action" to support efforts against the COVID-19 pandemic. His act lead fans to spontaneously launch a public fundraising activity, "Donate together with Idol Li", through the Blog Public Welfare Platform of Sina Weibo, which raised over 1.1 million yuan of donations and materials.[68] On the 51st Earth Day, Li and Ma Sichun were invited as the representative of "4.22 Earth Day: I Commit to Be a Responsible Consumer" series of public welfare activities, "Good for Earth, Good for Me: For the Earth for Ourselves" annual charity project (GEGM project). In their respective areas of concern, they spoke on the all-media platform in the form of public welfare posters and public welfare advocacy videos committed responsible consumers. In the public welfare advocacy videos, they all discussed about how to consume responsibly in their daily lives and earnestly consume responsibly from various aspects of clothing, food, housing, transportation and shopping.[85]
In the fight against COVID-19 in 2020, thousands of Li's fans donated money and supplies to people in need in Wuhan in his honor. [86]
Endorsements
Li Xian resonates with both male and female audiences.[87] He has been a global spokesperson [88] for a smartphone,[89] luxury lifestyle brands,[90][91][92][93][94] international sportswear,[95] international cosmetics,[96] an American clothing brand,[97] a major Chinese manufacturer of appliances, the largest card payment organization, an online marketplace,[98] home furniture, [99] food, and beverages.[100] He was appointed as the first brand ambassador of a resort[101][102] and tourism campaign,[103] which earned him Brand Value Star of the Year.[104]
Filmography
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Discography
Year | English title | Chinese title | Album | Notes/Ref. |
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2019 | "Give to the Future" | 给未来 | Go Go Squid! OST | [110] |
"A Glorious Future" | 前程似锦 | Red Fox Scholar OST | with Chen Linong[111] | |
2020 | "Wuhan, How Are You" | 武汉,你好吗 | with Chang Shilei, Doudou, Zhu Yilong[112] |
Awards and nominations
Li's role as Guo Deyou in Tientsin Mystic earned him a nomination for Best Web Drama Actor at The Actors of China Awards[113] and a popularity award from Netease Awards[114] In 2019, his role as Han Shangyan on Go Go Squid! earned him a nomination for Best Newcomer at the Huading Awards ,[115] and a nomination at for Best Actor (Emerald Category) at The Actors of China Awards .[116] He won Quality Actor of the Year at the Tencent Video All Star Awards[117] and popularity awards from Weibo[118] Weibo TV Awards,[119] and iQIYI All-Star Carnival.[120] He has also been recognized by GQ's Men of the Year,[121][122] Esquire's Man at His Best Awards,[123]and the Film and TV Role Model Annual Ranking.[124] He won Best Choice of Multi-Screen Communication for an Influential Actor.[125] The Beijing News selected him as an Entertainment Person of the Year,[126] and he earned a spot in Forbes China's 30 Under 30 list.[127][128]
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this summer's hot "present boyfriend" Li Xian plays the literary medicine Chinese: 今夏大热的"现男友"李现饰演文质彬彬的药不然
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Li Xian, this year, with the tip of "Go Go Squid!"'s Han Shanyang, has become a "present boyfriend" of countless fans, and everyone finally sees his charm!
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The editor also believes that gold will always shine, and hard-working people will definitely succeed. Li Xian is the best example, right?
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Young actor Li Xian was called a "forecaster" by a large number of netizens because of his accurate prediction of the results of this year's Academy Awards....In this regard, Liu Tianchi, who is a guest, believes that it is a good thing for actors to be able to "storage electricity" within this period of time, and the study of Oscar-winning works also reflects Li Xian's professional attitude.
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Li Xian’s popularity may fluctuate with time, but the values, beliefs, and aspirations he stands for — an entrepreneurial spirit, consideration for independent women, patriotism, fitness, authenticity, and discipline — will be around for a long time.
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Unlike the xiaoxianrou above, Li Xian isn’t an idol and has a more traditionally “manly” appearance. But given the country’s supposed masculinity crisis, this may actually be helping set him apart in the oversaturated fresh meat market.
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Zhou Dongyu and Li Xian, who have won many brands with their sun-healthy and stylish images, won the annual brand value stars
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interview with Li Xian is divided into two times. The first time was after the press conference of "Forensic Medical Qin Ming", Li Xian came in a hurry, and hurried away after taking the video, because he was going to cross the 3rd and 4th ring road of Beijing's evening peak, kill the airport, and sit 6 At half past the plane hurried back to Hengdian to continue filming. Although he was particularly in a hurry, when he saw the reporter and faced the camera, he was very patient, and he gently told him to go slowly. Therefore, the reporter's first impression of Li Xian is good.
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Li Xian for ELLE 2019
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Li Xian for GQ Style 2019
- "Li Xian covers the September issue of a magazine and turns into a naughty "big boy"" 李现登某杂志九月刊封面 化身顽皮"大男孩"-新华网. Xinhua News (in Chinese). 27 September 2017. Retrieved 20 April 2020.
Li Xian for Marie Claire
- "Li Xian appeared on the green leather train on the cover of the fashion magazine to perform the retro blockbuster" 李现再登时尚杂志封面绿皮火车中演绎复古大片--陕西频道-. People's Daily (in Chinese). 1 November 2017. Archived from the original on 19 May 2020. Retrieved 20 April 2020.
Li Xian for Esquire
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Li Xian for GQ Style May Issue 2020
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Li Xian cover Vogue April 2020 Issue
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Li Xian cover Harper's Bazaar August 2019 Issue
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This quarter a TV series called Go Go Squid! became very popular on Weibo as well as its leading actor Li Xian whose fan base grew quickly from 5 million to 20 million.
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Several popular "small fresh meats"-young actors Wang Junkai, Li Xian and Zhao Youting, all helped the theme of "conquering pollution". Chinese: 被大众喜爱的几大"小鲜肉"——青年演员 王俊凯、李现和赵又廷,纷纷助力"战胜污染"主题活 动。
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...Acqua di Parma looks to facilitate omni-channel experiences. Distinguishing itself from beauty brands that frequently collaborate with young male idols (dubbed “little fresh meat”) and mostly target females, Li Xian represents a more neutral persona that can resonate with both male and female customers.
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at 8:21 Li Xian was introduced as the ambassador
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Li Xian for Chanel
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He is also a Chanel spokesperson, Exposure loves to use Chanel blue male perfume and zero gloss lip balm.
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In 2020, Li appointed as the first global Acqua di Parma's fragrance ambassador
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Estée Lauder, as an example, produced an ad campaign using celebrities Li Xian and Yang Mi to promote its Aqua Brilliance line.
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Avène, a European pharmaceutical brand, changed its marketing strategy. Instead of promoting the functionality of its products, Avene invited actor Li Xian to be its brand ambassador.
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The new generation lead actor Li Xian, interprets LEVI ’S wide version of cocoon pants.
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List of Li Xian's Seaside Airbnb Homestay....Airbnb
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On May 22, V6 Home Furniture's "520 Lian Ai Ji" Super Brand Event is about to strike. At that time, Li Xian will appear as the first spokesperson for V6 Home Furniture to share his thoughts about home life.
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Lixian as Weiquan Daily C spokesperson
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Atlantis Sanya officially announced actor Li Xian as the resort’s first Brand Ambassador
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In addition, from the Lin in "Forensic Medicine Qin Ming" to the Guo in "River God", Li Xian, won "Most popular Actor of the Year", for his tough and handsome roles.
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- ""The Actors of Cina Award" nomination list: Xiao Zhan, Li Xian, Zhao Liying, Yang Zi and other finalists" “好演员”候选名单:肖战李现赵丽颖杨紫等入围. Sina Corp (in Chinese). 16 October 2019. Archived from the original on 16 October 2019.
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That night, he was awarded the "Quality Artist of the Year". When Li Xian came to the stage to receive the award, he hoped that he would bring more quality works and characters to everyone next year, and thank the fans who have always supported him.
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In the grand ceremony, actor Li Xian awarded the double honors of "Popular Actor of the Year" and "Breakthrough Actor of the Year".
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Li Xian also won "Top Ten Popular Actor, TOP 8" for the play Chinese: 李现也凭该剧获得"十大人气男演员TOP 8"
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Li Xian and Yang Zi won Scream Prince and Scream Princess respectively.
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It is particularly worth mentioning that Li Xian, who was airborne on the night of the event, also won the Most Promising Actor of the Year and became a big surprise for the night. Chinese: 特别值得一提的是,活动当晚空降现场的李现还一举拿下年度最具期待演员,成为当晚一大惊喜。
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Actor Li Xian and others are also on the list.
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