For His Role in the Film DONGJI ISLAND, Actor Wu Lei is Willing to Sunbathe Until Dark and Surprises Fans with His Transformation

Wu Lei, the young Chinese actor known for his clean and handsome face, looks different in his latest film DONGJIN ISLAND. To deeply embody his character in this latest film, Wu Lei is willing to darken his skin by sunbathing, which makes fans unrecognizable.

Wu Lei's drastic transformation has garnered public attention because he fully commits to portraying the character of a fisherman. Not only physically, but Wu Lei has also undergone intensive training for diving.

So what are the facts behind Wu Lei's transformation process behind the scenes of the film DONGJI ISLAND? Let's take a look at the complete review below.

1. Extreme Transformation for Total Acting

Wu Lei (credit: instagram/leowu1226)

In the film DONGJI ISLAND, Wu Lei plays Ah Dang, a local fisherman. He appears shirtless in almost every scene and only wears a small loincloth as his main costume. To delve into the character, Wu Lei even willingly sunbathed for days to darken his skin to look realistic as a sunburned sea worker.

2. Admits Embarrassment but Remains Professional

Wu Lei (credit: instagram/leowu1226)

Wu Lei admitted he felt embarrassed during his first costume fitting because he had to take off his top and only wear small pants. However, the director, Guan Hu, emphasized that the character's appearance must reflect the reality of life in remote areas. Wu Lei eventually resigned himself and remained professional even though he initially felt awkward.

"Now I have resigned myself, my butt has become more exposed!" said Wu Lei, quoted from hk.on.cc.

3. Engage in Physical Training for Character

Wu Lei (credit: instagram/leowu1226)

Not only for his physical appearance, Wu Lei also underwent intensive physical training for his role. He trained in diving for a full year to perform underwater scenes without any assistance. Wu Lei was even able to hold his breath for up to 4 minutes and 30 seconds and dive to a depth of 9 meters, partnered with actor Zhu Yilong.

In addition, he also trained his abdominal muscles to look natural and strong like a real fisherman. All of this was done to present an authentic sea scene.

4. Synopsis of the Film DONGJI ISLAND

Synopsis of the film DONGJI ISLAND (credit: mydramalist)

The film DONGJI ISLAND is based on the true story of the sinking of the Lisbon Maru in 1942. Wu Lei plays the role of a young fisherman who, along with his partner (Zhu Yilong), discovers a mysterious ship silhouette in the sea. Over time, they realize that there is a great danger lurking beneath the calm waters.

The tense and realistic atmosphere is the main strength of this film, which is further supported by Wu Lei's total physical transformation.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Why did Wu Lei's appearance change drastically in this film?
A: Because he had to portray a local fisherman, Wu Lei was willing to sunbathe until his skin was dark to look natural on screen.

Q: Did Wu Lei have difficulty with minimal costumes?
A: Yes, he admitted to feeling shy at first, but remained professional by following director Guan Hu's instructions.

Q: What training did Wu Lei undergo for this film?
A: He underwent a year of diving training, practicing breath-holding for up to 4.5 minutes, and diving to a depth of 9 meters.

Q: What is the main story of the film DONGJI ISLAND?
A: The film tells the story of fishermen who discover a mysterious sunken ship and face dangerous situations, inspired by the events of the Lisbon Maru in 1942.

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