On November 7th, a series of videos featuring a TikToker portraying the character Xuánzàng from the classic Chinese series “Journey to the West” went viral across various social media platforms in China. It turns out that this TikToker is a professional actor who frequently takes on the role of Xuánzàng and recreates scenes from the show, sharing them on social media.
The male TikToker portraying Xuánzàng (left) has been noted for his many similarities to the character played by actor Chí Tráng Thúy (right) in the 1986 version of Journey to the West.
After videos of the actor’s performance at the Happy Valley tourist area in Chaozhou were uploaded, he quickly gained popularity due to his striking appearance and impressive acting skills.
According to reports, the portrayal of Xuánzàng by this actor has been described as very lifelike, capturing not only the character’s physical traits but also the essence and mannerisms of Xuánzàng as played by Chí Tráng Thúy in the 1986 version.
The lifelike portrayal of Xuánzàng by the male actor has received much praise from the online community.
In the comments under the videos, many viewers expressed their admiration for the actor’s performance at the Happy Valley, noting his dedication and the accuracy of his portrayal, which resonated deeply with many fans of the original character.
According to comments from various online users, this portrayal of Xuánzàng is remarkably similar to the character from the 1986 version of “Journey to the West,” with some even claiming that the resemblance is up to 90%, with certain details being strikingly exact.
This image has led many to believe that it is a still from the 1986 film Journey to the West.
Sharing about the surprising fame he has garnered, the TikToker stated: “I never expected to become famous again. To portray this character well, I often rewatch ‘Journey to the West’ and focus on his expressions, actions, and the essence of Xuánzàng… I didn’t expect to receive so much praise.”
It is worth noting that this professional actor has transformed into Xuánzàng and various other classic characters for extended performances. Not only the character Xuánzàng received acclaim; several other characters in his group, such as Tôn Ngộ Không and Bát Giới, have also been noted for their resemblance to their respective 1986 counterparts.
Image of the performance group at Chaozhou, China.
Source: Sohu
