On a starry Saturday night at the 82nd Venice International Film Festival, Chinese actress Xin Zhilei took home the coveted Best Actress award for her powerful performance in The Sun Rises on Us All (Ri Gua Zhong Tian). The win marks a breakthrough moment for the rising star on the global stage.
Directed by Chinese filmmaker Cai Shangjun, the film weaves a tragic romance between former lovers entangled by fate, exploring themes of love, loss, and redemption. Xin's portrayal of the leading woman captivated the international jury, who awarded her the Golden Lion trophy, presented by Chinese actress Zhao Tao.
"I feel deeply honored and proud to stand on this festival stage as a Chinese actress," Xin said in her acceptance speech. She went on to inspire young dreamers around the world: "To all the girls out there, if you have a dream, dare to imagine it and go after it – you never know, it might just come true."
The 82nd edition of the festival runs from August 27 to September 6 on Lido Island, with 21 films vying for the top prize in the main competition. From boundary-pushing narratives to breakthrough performances, this year's lineup celebrates the power of cinema to connect cultures and spark conversations.
Xin Zhilei's Golden Lion win underscores a new era of global cinema where compelling stories from the Chinese mainland and beyond resonate with young audiences everywhere. Her message of courage and creativity will surely inspire filmmakers, actors, and dreamers to chase their visions on the world stage.
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Xin Zhilei wins best actress at Venice International Film Festival
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