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The portrayal of this over-50 female star as a 'young princess' leaves audiences extremely perplexed.
The trend of casting middle-aged actors in historical roles seems unstoppable in Chinese cinema this year. Following a string of controversial modern roles, one middle-aged actress continues to stir up buzz with a fresh period drama appearance.
In the period drama The Legend of Lady Tien, actress Diệp Tuyền causes quite a stir as she assumes the role of Tien Anh, or Lady Tien, a real-life historical figure. In the context of the film, Tien Anh is approximately 16 years old, serving as the spirited princess of the kingdom. Later on, she ties the knot at the age of 22, still retaining her youthful charm.
Hence, the casting of a star born in 1980 as a 16-year-old princess proves to be a hard sell for viewers. According to QQ, even disregarding appearance, Diệp Tuyền disappoints due to her lackluster physique. When her brother is causing a ruckus, she dashes out and attempts to portray a playful younger sister, but falls short due to numerous facial imperfections.
Not stopping there, the character's hair, makeup, and attire also pose significant issues. Many outfits make the leading lady resemble... more of a circus clown than a regal, dignified princess. Coupled with her lack of youthful vigor at over 50 years old, Diệp Tuyền's portrayal of the princess looks undeniably disastrous.
Once hailed as one of the leading flower girls of TVB, renowned for projects like The Gallant Swordsman, Beyond the Realm of Conscience, A Fist Within Four Walls, Beyond the Realm of Conscience... Diệp Tuyền is now forgotten by the public and no longer shines in acting. The project The Legend of Lady Tien aired to little acclaim, yet it hasn't affected her current life much.
Recently, Diệp Tuyền shocked viewers with a disheveled appearance, far removed from her former glory on livestreams, evoking both sympathy and regret from the audience.
Source: QQ
