In the prime of youth, with a vibrant spirit, comes the television drama "Lightseeker: The Story of the Young Mao Zedong," following the footsteps of the renowned series "Youth." However, why is there a lack of commentary? As we commemorate the 130th anniversary of the birth of this great leader, the TV dramas "The Vast Sky" and "Lightseeker: The Story of the Young Mao Zedong" are being aired almost simultaneously.

What we truly desire to understand is the formative years from 1918 to 1921 and the indomitable spirit of the great leader. However, the continuation of "Youth," the TV drama "Lightseeker: The Story of the Young Mao Zedong," seems to have garnered no comments.

Conversely, when talking about "Lightseeker: The Story of the Young Mao Zedong," the focus is on Liu Cheng Lin, who plays the leader, with critics saying he doesn't resemble the original "in appearance or spirit." On the other hand, Wang Renjun's portrayal in "The Vast Sky" has received much praise.

I haven't watched "The Vast Sky," so I won't comment. But I know one thing, from Gu Yue to Tang Guoqiang, from Wang Ying to Hou Jingjian, and now Wang Renjun and Liu Cheng Lin, no one can perfectly capture the charisma of the great leader, even if they resemble him in appearance. It is difficult to achieve more than eight or nine points. So, why are we so harsh on Liu Cheng Lin?

Liu Cheng Lin, at the age of 26, portrays the great leader at the ages of 25 to 28, which is quite fitting. At least, the passion and vitality portrayed by Liu Cheng Lin, whether through running or jumping, truly embodies the essence of a young person. It is pleasing to the eye and comfortable to watch. Rather than a group of middle-aged individuals in their forties pretending to be youthful and lively...