Keeping long hair is often a bold "plastic surgery" for male stars. In the face of ** pressure and aesthetic doubts, how do they choose?Does long hair bring them a perfect transformation, or is it Waterloo?This article takes stock of several male stars with long flowing hair in the entertainment industry over the years, to see how they interpret masculinity with different styles and walk mercilessly on the road of acting.
In the mid-80s of the 20th century, Hong Kong actors began to experiment with more fashionable hairstyles and dresses, and the style of the cape became the mainstream aesthetic. For Ekin Cheng, who was still filming costume dramas on TVB at the time, his scalp was swollen after wearing a wig for a long time, and his short hair had grown long unconsciously. In 1993, Ekin Cheng starred in the movie "Crazy Boy" "Pheasant" Chen Haonan, which also became a turning point in his acting career.
At first, because Ekin Cheng changed his hair, director Wang Jing looked at him unpleasantly and felt that he looked like a woman. But in the end, Wang Jing was also conquered by Ekin Cheng's acting skills, calling him "too manly". In this sensational Hong Kong movie, Ekin Cheng showed off with a new look, with unkempt hair and scars on his face, which perfectly interpreted the rebellion and arrogance of Hong Kong's *** youth.
Even the original author Huang Yumin publicly said that the image of Ekin Cheng has surpassed his original character and become a classic character in Hong Kong crime movies. In 1995-96, when "Crazy Boy" was released, the nickname "Pheasant" was known to almost everyone, and Ekin Cheng himself became popular in Asia and was known as the "Fifth Heavenly King".
The doubts about Ekin Cheng's long hair style have long been crushed by his superb acting skills and box office charm. More than 30 years later, his long hair is still part of his personal label. Even Ekin Cheng himself admitted that long hair is the "pearl of the road" of his acting career, which opens up more acting opportunities and allows the audience to see his richer acting skills in different works.
Takeshi Kaneshiro is another actor who has long hair since the 80s and has adhered to it for more than 30 years. He rose to prominence in the music scene back then, and quickly became popular with his handsome appearance and beautiful singing voice. The long shawl hair has become a symbol of Takeshi Kaneshiro's unique personal charm, complementing his mixed-race facial features.
Even after moving to the film and television industry to shoot many tough guy films, the long hair style has never been inconsistent with Takeshi Kaneshiro. On the contrary, because of the contrast between the outside and the inside, the audience's gaze on him is more complicated and speculative. Movies such as "Bloody Heroes" have also become the most classic Hong Kong masterpieces of that era.
As his years grew, Takeshi Kaneshiro left the entertainment industry to invest in business, but his long hair was still inseparable from him. Even in the face of netizens questioning "Is it bald to keep long hair to cover your face", the male god also calmly said that he simply likes the shape of long hair and the sense of state it brings to him. It can be seen that Takeshi Kaneshiro has a soft spot for long hair, and has been unique in the entertainment industry for decades.
After the 21st century, there are more and more male stars in the entertainment industry who have long hair styles, but there are still a few who can control this style and are full of charm. Taking Qiu Ze as an example, in the urban romantic drama "Love Wakes Up", he easily interpreted the role of an entrepreneur and a domineering president with long curly hair.
In the play, the romantic love story between the male protagonist Xiang Tianqi and the female protagonist Tang Qiao played by Qiu Ze is highly respected by young audiences. The two often drove to the mountains and lakes in the suburbs for dates, and Qiu Ze's long hair fluttered in the wind. This visual impact is very consistent with the identity of the character, and has become one of the masterpieces of Qiu Ze's acting career.
The long hair style adds a layer of luxury and ** to Qiu Ze, and also makes the picture sense of many kiss scenes and bed scenes in the play more sultry. Before the drama that has become popular today, Qiu Ze has always shown himself as a young student, and he has not done too much. And "Love Wakes Up" has undoubtedly achieved his title of male god, and made the label of "long-haired Qiu Ze" deeply rooted in the hearts of the people.
Peng Yuyan is another special example. He has always shown off his muscular figure, and he is better at playing the role of tough guy and special forces in action movies. But at a certain event, Peng Yuyan unexpectedly grew long hair with a shawl, which instantly made fans feel strange and novel.
The combination of black leather clothes and long hair makes Peng Yuyan exude a "wild" and "rebellious" atmosphere. But this also caused ridicule from some netizens, who felt that he went to a masquerade party after cross-dressing. Peng Yuyan himself joked that this looks like the male protagonist of a Korean idol drama. In general, it is better to match the sturdy as he still has short hairstyle.
Ekin Cheng and Takeshi Kaneshiro and other senior male stars can achieve long hair styling and become popular because of it, which is already a legend in the entertainment industry. Although Peng Yuyan and other latecomers have tried, they have also "overturned", which shows that it is not easy to control the style of long hair.
It requires the actor himself to have facial features, temperament and role positioning that meet the requirements in order to exert visual effects and attract more fans. Otherwise, it will become a laughing stock;The most important thing is to be stifled by the role and unable to break through the original character dilemma. Therefore, long hair styling can be a "plus" for a perfect change for a male star, or it can be a stumbling block to his career. This requires male stars to be cautious, otherwise they can only "keep their heads and show no mercy".
In the entertainment industry, what do the male stars who can perfectly control the long hair style have in common?It is not difficult for us to find that most long-haired male gods have a three-dimensional handsome face, with well-defined facial features and hard contours. This makes the long hair add a touch of softness to them, which contrasts with the previous masculine image and makes the image more brilliant.
Let's briefly analyze the core charm factors that long hair styling gives to male stars:
Visually striking
The picture of long hair flying in the wind is enough to attract attention and greatly enhance the presence of the male star. This is especially obvious in location scenes, and it can also achieve the "gorgeous appearance" of the actor.
The sense of luxury is improved
Unlike the usual short hair styles, long hair gives a sense of luxury that is not the mainstream. With high-end products such as suits and leather shoes, it can bring out the cold attitude of the male god.
Three-dimensional characters
The new look, which is different from the original impression, can make the actor more engaged in the role and show richer acting changes.
Personal IP construction
A unique hairstyle can deepen the public's memory of the artist and connect with the artist's brand. Many celebrities have gradually established their own IP from a classic look.
Privacy
The mystery of long hair covering the face often gives the audience infinite space for reverie. This is also in line with many women's fantasies about men, bringing visual impact.
Therefore, there are very few actors in the entertainment industry who can become long-haired male gods. They not only have tough facial features, but also have a temperament and acting skills that are loved by the public. After successfully creating a great character, the unique look has also become a strong personal label.
Therefore, "leaving your head without mercy" is a pun for male stars. It refers not only to the unusual styling choice of long hair, but also to the fact that the actor must carefully consider his own conditions in order to master such a new look and complete a successful transformation. Otherwise, the consequences of the cause are really unpredictable.