On October 29, Sina reported that actress Lệ Nhiệt Ba continues to participate in the film Mộ Tư Tử, alongside the 8-year-old actor Trần Phi Vũ. However, the character design of this project has consistently stirred mixed feelings among fans, with one fan commenting, “There is only one perspective in the five new character designs.”
In the latest batch of photos, Lệ Nhiệt Ba stands out in a striking green dress, adorned with a floral headdress and gold accessories. Despite the film’s use of numerous high-end outfits, audience reactions remain lukewarm. The new character design seems to age the actress by at least 10 years.
According to Sina, the color of Lệ Nhiệt Ba’s dress is not exactly trendy. While the use of vibrant colors creates a sense of grandeur, it also adds years to the actress’s appearance. Notably, the floral crown gives a heavy feeling to the costume. Some viewers have remarked that the film’s outfits lack subtlety, making them feel excessive.
This isn’t the first time Lệ Nhiệt Ba has faced criticism for her character design in Mộ Tư Tử. Previously, over 50,000 fans expressed their strong dissatisfaction with the character’s portrayal, deeming it excessively flamboyant and lacking depth, which they believe should be a hallmark of Lệ Nhiệt Ba’s performances. In another instance, the production team faced backlash when Lệ Nhiệt Ba donned a costume deemed “overly ornate.”
Additionally, there’s a combination of blue and floral patterns in her costume resembling two blossoms on her head. The character Lệ Nhiệt Ba portrays has been compared to the princess character Thái Thiếu Phân in Đại Thoại Tây Du. Audiences have noted similarities in the costume colors and the long earrings of Lệ Nhiệt Ba’s character, further emphasizing this comparison.
New character design observations for Lệ Nhiệt Ba:
- If the floral crown were smaller or made more subtle, it would enhance the overall look.
- Aside from the floral crown, the outfit is still visually appealing.
- Personally, I feel that Lệ Nhiệt Ba’s silhouette does not match with the elaborate costume. It fails to highlight her feminine traits.
- The main character seems to be portrayed differently than how she appears in early scenes.
- Lệ Nhiệt Ba appears to be aging in a way that does not reflect her true beauty.
- The character design seems to lean more toward a heavy aesthetic that may not suit her personality.
- While the design is beautiful in its own right, it may not align well with Lệ Nhiệt Ba’s character.
- The floral crown gives an overly complex feel, potentially overshadowing her natural beauty.
- I apologize, but the crown looks too heavy on her.
- Typically, Lệ Nhiệt Ba’s character style is slender, which could create a more elegant silhouette.
- The crown design seems to detract from the overall elegance of her character.
- While the outfit is grand, it may not suit the character’s personality.
- The floral crown appears too much, making it seem overly elaborate.
Mộ Tư Tử is adapted from the novel Bạch Nhật Đế Thăng by the director Tần Trần (Trương Tư Đằng). The film’s narrative revolves around the romance between a noblewoman (Lệ Nhiệt Ba) and a young general (Trần Phi Vũ). Thus, Lệ Nhiệt Ba’s character is expected to exude elegance and grace throughout the centuries.
