Overseasidol.com — On October 27, 2025, the hit drama “Light Beyond the Reed” officially concluded.
Lead actor Zhang Binbin shared a heartfelt message on social media, bidding farewell to his beloved character Qin Nan.
His post, written like a letter to Qin Nan, reflected deep gratitude and emotional connection to the role that accompanied him through the entire journey of filming.
Zhang wrote, “Qin Nan, you’ve worked hard. You are the most ‘painful’ character I’ve ever portrayed, not because of physical exhaustion, but because of the emotional weight you carried,”.
He admitted that he wasn’t ready to say goodbye just yet, as Qin Nan had already become a part of him.
He continued, “You’ve left a ray of light within me. Your resilience, love, and warmth have also illuminated my own path. Now, as I return to real life, I carry your passion, sincerity, and courage with me,”.
Zhang ended his message beautifully, “Let’s toast to the thorns and smooth roads we’ve walked. Life is long, but in the end, it will taste sweet,”.
Zhang also expressed his hope that viewers could take inspiration from Qin Nan’s story to remain strong, loving, and brave in life, “even when you’re trapped in a corner, always keep your heart facing the stars”.
Light Beyond the Reed has been praised for Zhang Binbin’s nuanced and emotionally charged performance, further establishing him as one of China’s most talented leading actors in the current generation.
