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These women turned their passion into reality, becoming the heroines of their own creations.
Duong Quan Quan - the 'silly girl' misunderstood for years
To Vietnamese audiences, Duong Quan Quan, also known as the 'silly girl', is a familiar name, especially after her role in West Gate Without Hatred alongside actor Xiao An Tuan. However, some viewers felt she was too old for period drama leads, sparking numerous misunderstandings and affecting her significantly.
Joining the project West Gate Without Hatred at 37, Duong Quan Quan was six years older than Xiao An Tuan. However, the male lead was actually Liu Duc Khai, who was 45 at the time. Furthermore, West Gate Without Hatred was also a project financed by Duong Quan Quan herself, aiming to preserve the legacy of wuxia novelist Gu Long. After the death of a close friend, her endless love for wuxia motivated her to invest in several adaptations of Gu Long's works, even taking the lead role amidst criticism.
She invested 30 million CNY (about 4.97 billion VND) in producing West Gate Without Hatred, casting top actors of the time. Although it wasn't released due to private reasons, Duong Quan Quan's intention was highly meaningful and commendable, rather than laughable.
Lưu Thiên Doanh funds her own film, starring as the lead actress
After decades, a case similar to Dương Quân Quân has emerged. At the end of August 2022, the project Phoenix Births Phoenix held a groundbreaking ceremony, surprising many with the lead actress's background. Her name is Lưu Thiên Doanh - a somewhat unfamiliar name but with a special role in this film. Not only starring as the lead actress, Lưu Thiên Doanh also serves as a producer, investing in the entire film.
According to Sina, Lưu Thiên Doanh is a talented finance major, who, after graduating abroad, desires to pursue her artistic passion. Besides films, Lưu Thiên Doanh has also released music products. Despite not achieving remarkable success, for her, true happiness lies in conquering her passion independently and being completely financially independent.
Admired rather than criticized
Cases like Dương Quân Quân or Lưu Thiên Doanh have sparked various opinions, both criticisms and praises. Objectively evaluating, neither of the two women has done anything wrong; in fact, their actions have brought many benefits. By self-funding their films, Dương Quân Quân and Lưu Thiên Doanh have created job opportunities for many. Moreover, they have used their own efforts to turn dreams into reality, a point worth learning from.
Dương Quân Quân simply wants to keep her friend's wuxia legacy 'alive,' while Lưu Thiên Doanh is determined to turn her youthful dream into reality. Regardless of the outcome, both Dương Quân Quân and Lưu Thiên Doanh have lived in their own happiness, while bringing joy and benefits to everyone around them.
