Zhang Linghe demands to "save" the entire television industry despite his appearance being criticized as disastrous?

"Jade Axis" held a celebratory party in Beijing but faced intense controversy over suspicions of creating artificial hype. The confident statements of Zhang Linghe and Tian Xiwei further provoked a strong reaction from the audience.

On April 13th, Tencent and the production team of the drama "Jade Axis" held a grand celebration in Beijing to acknowledge the project's initial success. However, contrary to expectations of a wave of congratulations, the event became the focus of controversy on social media as the drama continued to face mixed reviews from the public.

Although the published figures show that "Jade Axis" achieved positive results in terms of viewership and reach, many viewers believe these numbers do not accurately reflect the actual quality. Numerous opinions point out that the film has many shortcomings, from a lack of compelling content to unconvincing character portrayals. In particular, the male lead's appearance has been criticized as excessive, with heavy makeup making him look unnatural, even drawing international criticism for deviating from the aesthetic standards of historical dramas.

Furthermore, "The Jade Axis" is suspected of using media tactics to create artificial hype. Some netizens argue that the actual level of interest doesn't match what the production team is promoting, sparking debate about the transparency of the current film market.

The focus of criticism quickly shifted to the lead actor, Zhang Linghe, after his remarks at the party were deemed immodest. The actor confidently shared that the drama had helped restore investor and audience confidence after a period of stagnation in the television market. He said, "I think long-running dramas still have the potential to create a new wave and attract more viewers back to the market."

This statement immediately sparked heated controversy. Many argued that Zhang Linghe's assessment was subjective and even unrealistic, overestimating the role of a work with many shortcomings. A segment of the audience found it unconvincing to consider "Jade Axis" as the "savior" of the entire television industry.

Not only her male co-star, but also the female lead, Tian Xiwei, surprised the public by expressing a similar viewpoint. She affirmed that the film is significant in promoting Chinese culture to the world and stated that she feels she carries a great responsibility on her shoulders. The actress shared her desire to deliver high-quality content to reach a global audience.

However, these strongly assertive statements did not receive widespread approval. Many argued that when the quality of the content and form were still debatable, it was premature to talk about the mission of promoting culture. Instead of acknowledging professional feedback, both lead actors were criticized for "exaggerating" the film's success and avoiding its existing problems.

The film crew's extravagant celebration amidst ongoing public debate has significantly damaged the project's image. Some viewers believe the crew's cheerful and proud attitude at this time is inappropriate and even disrespectful to audience opinions. Currently, "The Jade Axis" is not only a controversial film artistically, but also a prime example of the trend of creating fame through media hype.

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