The youth of the martial arts hall that is flying wildly has been perfectly interpreted by Kang Kai. He began Xi martial arts at the age of seven, and by the age of eighteen he was already quite athletic, and he further opened his own martial arts gym.
Youth is fiery as a sunflower treasure, and Kang Kai is free to sweat and blood. However, the passion for acting burned in his heart, and in the end he chose to say goodbye and was admitted to Beijing Film Academy for further study. Kang Kai worked hard to learn Xi, did not forget his roots, and his solid skills won him a reputation as a powerful faction in the film and television industry. At the same time, his knowledge of martial arts also made it easy for him to learn about many action characters.
In 2003, director Gao Xixi began to prepare for a new version of "Romance of the Three Kingdoms", and Kang Kai took the initiative to knock on the door with the friendship between the two. "Xixi, I'm very suitable to play Zhang Fei!He couldn't contain the excitement in his tone, because this was the classic character he had always longed for. Gao Xixi knew Kang Kai's acting skills and fighting spirit, and without saying a word, he arranged the role of Zhang Fei under his name. Others may be overwhelmed by pressure, but for Kangkai, it's more like a wonderful gift.
He couldn't wait to start adding weight to the characters, and read the original book repeatedly, hoping to deeply understand Zhang Fei's complex and three-dimensional character. "New Romance of the Three Kingdoms" was broadcast on various David TVs, and Kang Kai also clenched his fists and waited for feedback. As an actor, there's nothing more exhilarating than audience recognition. However, as soon as the comments came out, Kang Kai only felt that the world was spinning. The label of "Tie Hanhan" spread rapidly, and the role of Zhang Fei was criticized as "the biggest failure".
Kang Kai was deeply incredible, he thought that those exaggerated lines and actions could bring a sense of joy and let the audience see a lively and funny Zhang Fei. Unexpectedly, netizens concentrated their artillery fire, thinking that his round face was at odds with Zhang Fei's fortitude. There are also comments pointing out that Kang Kai's slightly shrill voice is difficult to release the composure and strength of a fierce general. Kang Kai, who had read the comments, sat in place**, he never imagined that his understanding would be so questioned. The mockery between the lines was a huge blow to the actor's self-confidence.
But soon, Kang Kai rekindled his fighting spirit. He believes that actors should not stick to the old ways, but need to continue to break through and innovate, and hopes that the public will put aside their preconceptions and appreciate their new interpretations. Zhang's defeat in the corner did not knock Kang Kai down, but instead strengthened his determination to continue honing. In the "New Water Margin" that he later participated in, Kang Kai played the image of Li Kui, a fierce general. Drawing lessons from the past, this time he did not make much adaptation, but grasped the basic characteristics of the characters.
In order to interpret Li Kui's heroism and uninhibition that come out of his bones, Kang Kai gained weight and trained to enhance his physical explosiveness. He also took care to control his voice and tone to avoid dramatizing his teeth and claws. Under the guidance of the director and screenwriter, Kang Kai gradually found a sense of rhythm for the character. This performance received a lot of praise, and some viewers commented: "Compared with Zhang Fei before, Kang Kai played Li Kui into the wood for three points this time!."Feedback like this has encouraged him to see his progress.
This also made him realize that if he wants a good work, he needs a team with tacit understanding to be a strong backing. In recent years, Kang Kai has faded out of the public eye, and few works have appeared. But we can't ignore the full value of an actor because of the vividness of a certain memory. In fact, in some later interviews, Kang Kai showed a more mature and steady side.
When asked about Zhang Fei's early performances, he did not shy away. Kang Kai bluntly said that on the road of acting, failure and setbacks are also a necessary process, and it is by learning from mistakes that actors can constantly improve themselves. He is grateful for the harsh opinions because they force him to reflect and have the motivation to understand the role more deeply in the future.
Now Kang Kai is still extremely enthusiastic about his acting career. He will make cameo appearances in some film and television crews, or participate in the production as a screenwriter. Kangkai understands that success can happen occasionally, but if you want to establish yourself in this industry, you must have a never-ending dedication. It is like a guiding light, and it is the motivation for the actor to move forward in the wind and waves.