"Everything I've got at present was not easy. I have to be worthy with my own previous efforts"

[10.19.2020] Zhang Yu - Editor in chief of Vogue China Magazine:

Attended the Cartier high-end jewelry party on Friday night, sitting with Li Xian and Guillaume Alis, president of Cartier China.

Previously, Li Xian came to the Vogue Film event of the past year, and a few months ago he also shooted the Vogue Me cover with Chun Xia, but at that time, he was still polite, courteous and somewhat cautious, and didn’t talk much, feeling that he was not a kind of person who is able to talk to strangers just like an old friend.

Maybe because of previous acquaintances, he felt a lot easier this time. From gesturing to dressing, and the way he talked, frankly the whole of him was much more confident and calm. The content of the private chat cannot be shared with everyone. I just want to say two points that deeply impressed me:

First, he thinks he is not an idol, but an actor. He said: "The drama "Go Go Squid" made me popular. Many people have known me, but I am still an actor. The most important thing is to act well. Actor is a lifetime career for me, and I have to have a far-sighted vision."

Second, many people held glasses for a toast that night. I drank a few glasses of champagne myself and then a glass of red wine. But I observed that Li Xian always clinked the glass with everyone, and then put it down after a little sip. I asked him why he didn't drink, he said in such a social meeting like this should be considerate, but basically he didn't drink or smoke. The reason is that he exercises every day and keeps in shape. I said, "Couldn't relax just even one night?" He said: "After once, then there will be the second. Everything I've got at present was not easy. I have to be worthy with my own previous efforts".

These casual words touched me. He is only 28 years old (yes, today is his birthday), but he has already learned how to self-discipline and cherish so much that I believe his future will definitely get better and better.

Many words this time, happy birthday to the boss Li.