Zhang Jiahui fights the screen again： hand in hand with Ma Yuke to create ＂the blood of the dog＂, the pay is reasonable but it needs to regain the rhythm of the series

Zhang Jiahui: The light of the best actor reflects the TV screen, and joins hands with Ma Yuke to create a new chapter in "The Blood of the Dog"

In 2024, the film and television industry ushered in a remarkable news: Zhang Jiahui, the best actor who has not been involved in the field of TV dramas for a long time, joined hands with director and close friend Ma Yuke to create the criminal investigation drama "Blood of the Dog". This move not only marked a new turning point in Zhang Jiahui’s acting career, but also attracted the attention of fans and the media. The renewed cooperation of the two powerful artists undoubtedly injected endless artistic charm and commercial potential into this much-anticipated new work.

#### Reunion and Collaboration: Screen Brotherhood, Artistic Resonance Sequel

Looking back to the 2013 film "Anti-Drug", Zhang Jiahui and Ma Yuke first sparked on the big screen, and have formed a deep friendship since then. This brotherhood has become stronger through the years, and it was reheated in 2022 in Ma Yuke’s "Rage Tide". Zhang Jiahui’s affectionate performance made the film a great success. Now, with the two people appearing on the same stage at the premiere of "Rebirth", the audience is fortunate to witness another sublimation of their friendship. Ma Yuke admitted that the new story being conceived is very likely to invite Zhang Jiahui to join again, which shows the tacit understanding and dedication of the two people on the artistic path.

#### Why Return to TV Series: Feelings and Challenges Coexist, Obsession is Still Hot

After more than 20 years away from the TV drama industry, it is no accident that Zhang Jiahui chose to take on the production of "Blood of the Dog". The drama is co-directed by the former TVB gold medal production team – director Su Wancong and chief screenwriter Ouguan Ying, and the script is adapted from the overseas IP that has swept the world. In the face of such a strong behind-the-scenes lineup, Zhang Jiahui bluntly said that taking over the drama is to stick to the spirit of "keeping the torch", hoping to give life to the characters with his acting skills, and live up to the name of the original novel. In the drama, he will play a character who has gone astray due to family ties, but tries his best to redeem his mistakes, deeply digging into the complexity and contradictions of human nature, and showing his usual superb acting skills.

Returning to television, however, has not been easy. Mr. Cheung admits to a long-lost sense of strangeness in the face of a 20-episode script and a work style that is very different from film. He needs to readjust to the rhythm and performance of the series, especially during the months of filming in Macau and mainland China. How to maintain the coherence and depth of the characters is undoubtedly a new challenge for him. However, this challenge is precisely what inspired his original passion for the performing arts, as Ma Yuke said: "His obsession and love for movies are still the same."

#### Pay and market response: Reasonable pay sparks heated debate, audience expectations soar

Zhang Jiahui has been quite candid about the issue of pay from the outside world. He said that although the compensation offered by "Blood of the Dog" is not as generous as that of the film, it is undoubtedly reasonable, and he stressed that it is not a key factor in deciding whether to take the lead. He values the content of the characters and the overall quality of the series more than money. Nonetheless, this level of compensation has caused heated debate in the industry, and many people believe that Zhang Jiahui’s move may reshape the salary standard of the TV drama market and lead more film actors to join the small screen.

At the same time, the market has responded enthusiastically to the return of Zhang Jiahui. Audiences are full of expectations for the golden lineup composed of the best actor, Hu Xinger and Zeng Shunxi, and they can’t wait to see the unique style of "Blood of the Dog". The addition of Zhang Jiahui has undoubtedly added a heavy quality guarantee to the drama, which is expected to set off a new round of viewing craze.

#### End: The two join forces to send a message to the audience to share the audio-visual feast

The collaboration between Zhang Jiahui and Ma Yuke is not only an artistic collision, but also a deep look back and a new exploration of the TV drama industry by the two filmmakers. Their hand-in-hand undoubtedly injected a unique soul and strength into "Blood of the Pummy Dog". Looking to the future, we have reason to believe that this work that has condensed their hard work will surely bring a soul-shaking audio-visual feast to the audience with its profound theme, gripping plot and wonderful interpretation of the actors. And Zhang Jiahui’s magnificent turn in the field of drama will also become a powerful stroke in his acting career, witnessing his endless love and unremitting pursuit of art.

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