Overseasidol.com — The 62nd Golden Horse Awards ceremony concluded successfully on November 22.
Despite being officially restricted in mainland China for seven consecutive years, many Chinese netizens bypassed internet limitations to follow the live updates.
One of the most talked-about moments of the night was Fan Bingbing’s win for Best Actress for her role in the Malaysian film Mother Bhumi, which once again placed her at the top of trending topics on Weibo.
Numerous viewers praised the Golden Horse Awards for its openness and artistic credibility, with some commenting that its vision and inclusiveness surpassed other domestic film awards.
Directed by Zhang Ji’an, Mother Bhumi received eight nominations and ultimately secured three major honors, including Best Actress, Best Original Song, and Best Cinematography.
Set in a rural rice-farming village in northern Malaysia during the late 1990s, the film portrays the struggle of villagers caught between political unrest and land disputes.
Fan Bingbing plays Feng Yin, a widow who advocates for land rights by day and becomes a spiritual healer by night, performing rituals to cleanse negative energy.
Her performance highlights the resilience and courage of women enduring immense pressure.
During a video acceptance speech, Fan became emotional as she thanked the judges and the director.
She described the role as more than a transformation, calling it a deeply immersive experience that allowed her to connect with the character on a spiritual level.
She also expressed hope that Chinese-language cinema would continue to thrive and shine internationally.
After facing a major career setback due to a tax scandal in 2018, Fan Bingbing turned her focus to international projects.
Her latest victory is widely seen as a triumphant return, with many fans referring to her journey as a “phoenix-like rebirth” and proof of her enduring talent and determination.
