TVB's 'historical drama goddess' leaves fans disappointed as she shifts to acting in short films

Hanoi [Vietnam], March 6: The appearance of Ye Xuan quickly attracted attention and sparked much debate about the image value of professional actors when they transition into this field, Sohu reported on March 5.
The keyword "Ye Xuan stars in a web series" unexpectedly climbed to the top of search trends in China , attracting significant attention from viewers. At 46, she made a public comeback with the short film " The Young Mistress from Northeast China ." The work quickly garnered hundreds of millions of views and attention, surprising audiences that the once-A-list actress was now starring in a web series.
A surprising new direction
In the film, Ye Xuan plays the male lead's mother. The character is portrayed as a wealthy and powerful woman within the family. Her luxurious outfits and expensive jewelry, such as emeralds and gold necklaces, create the image of a sophisticated and elegant mother-in-law. This image contrasts sharply with the traditional gentle demeanor she has displayed in previous works, such as the popular television drama " Meng Li Jun ."
Responding to speculation that she brought her own personal jewelry onto the set, Ye Xuan clarified in an interview that all the luxury accessories were props provided by the film crew. This demonstrates the meticulous investment by the production team in costumes and styling.
Participating in the short film series was not a random choice for the actress. Ye Xuan said she was convinced by the script as well as the professional work ethic of the crew.
The filming process lasted only 8 days, but she described it as a fun and memorable experience. The actress shared that the working atmosphere of the crew reminded her of her vibrant time at TVB.
Given the fast-paced production of short films, Diep Tuyen used the phrase "extremely satisfying" to express her feelings. She affirmed that if she comes across a good script, she is willing to dedicate hundreds of hours to the project.
When asked about the development of new technologies, especially short film projects that utilize artificial intelligence, the actress expressed an open-minded view. According to her, actors need to keep up with trends and be ready to embrace technological changes.
Debate on 'image value'
Having been a leading actress at TVB and a winner of the Best Supporting Actress award at the Hong Kong Film Awards, Ye Xuan's shift to acting in short films has led many to believe it's a step backward in her career. On social media, many viewers expressed regret: "The competition is too fierce. Even Ye Xuan is acting in short films"; "It feels like Ye Xuan's image value has decreased significantly after accepting this role."
However, her performance somewhat dispelled those doubts. Audiences saw in Ye Xuan not the image of a "fallen goddess," but a professional actress who always took her roles seriously.
Her appearance also prompted many to reconsider the value of short films. According to some, an actor's acting ability shouldn't be judged based on the length of the work or the scale of the distribution platform. What matters most is the ability to portray the character and a professional attitude.
Ye Xuan's career shift can be seen as a new experiment in her artistic path. At the same time, this story also reflects the changes in the entertainment industry's ecosystem.
When a former star of blockbuster films appears in a short film project and still shows enthusiasm for the work, it demonstrates that the boundaries between different types of content are becoming increasingly blurred.
Whether on a large or small stage, the value of a professional actor lies in their acting ability and dedication to their craft. And as many audience members have observed, the radiance of professionalism is rarely obscured by the size of the stage.
Source: Thanh Nien Newspaper