At the 2020 iQiYi Scream Night 《2020爱奇艺尖叫之夜》, held on December 6, 2019, Xiao Zhan won the “Annual Breakthrough Popular Actor” 《年度飞跃人气演员》award. His standout appearance, longish hairstyle, and lively backstage interviews sparked widespread discussion, with many fans calling him one of the highlights of the night. Clips from the event also continued to circulate afterward, reflecting his lasting popularity.
Main Highlights: Honor and On-Site Presence
Award and Speech
Thanks to his breakthrough performances in works such as The Untamed as “Wei Wuxian,” Xiao Zhan won the “Annual Breakthrough Popular Actor” award. While accepting the award, he said:
“Thank you to iQIYI for this recognition. In 2020, I’ll continue working hard with this honor in mind. I hope everyone will keep giving their best together.”
The award recognized both his transition from singer to actor in 2019 and his explosive rise in popularity.
Skipping the Red Carpet Drew Attention
That night, Xiao Zhan did not appear during the red carpet segment. He only came onstage to receive the award before leaving, which sparked discussion among fans. Some audience members at the venue revealed that his schedule was very tight, so he went directly inside for the ceremony.
💬 Behind-the-Scenes Stories: Interviews and Interactions
Memorable Backstage Interview Moments
During a backstage group interview, when asked about his “biggest gain in 2019,” Xiao Zhan smiled and replied:
“I gained more people who like me.”
When asked about his “plans for 2020,” he humorously answered:
“Gain even more people who like me.”
The response showed off his wit and emotional intelligence. He also joined a game guessing internet slang terms, and accidentally pronounced “Wild Wolf Disco” as “Wild Wolf Dis-ko-er,” with his lively tone making everyone laugh.
Fun Moments in the Audience Seating Area
Xiao Zhan was seated beside Li Xian. Since The Untamed and Go Go Squid! had both become huge hits around the same time, the two actors were arranged to sit next to each other, causing constant screams from fans in the audience.
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