Actress Chung Hsin-yi Mourns Actor Wang Kai: 'Don't Be So Tired in the Next Life'

Taiwanese actor Wang Kai, known for his role in the drama "The Rain of Glory," was found dead in his Taipei apartment on July 26. The 43-year-old's passing has been preliminarily determined by police to involve no external force or suicide, though a full autopsy is pending to determine the exact cause of death.

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On stage, Wang Kai was the male lead of the TV drama "The Rain of Glory." Offstage, he was my good comrade and friend. During that year of "The Rain of Glory," we encouraged each other and kept each other company. How grateful I was that year to have you by my side. Heaven sent a very, very good person to act with me.

Actress Chung Hsin-yi, who is currently living in the U.S. with her family, shared a touching tribute to Wang Kai. She recalled him as a vital support system and a dear friend during the filming of "The Rain of Glory." Chung expressed deep gratitude for his presence, describing him as a wonderful person sent by heaven to act alongside her.

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You accompanied me through all my Taiwanese language lessons, patiently guiding me whenever I was confused, flustered, or anxious. We worked hard together and solved problems together. It was also because of you that I accepted the role in "Addicted to Beauty." Acting requires a sense of security, and you were my security.

Chung highlighted Wang Kai's unwavering kindness and gentle nature, particularly his help with her Taiwanese dialect lessons. She remembered how he patiently guided her through moments of confusion, panic, and anxiety, offering reassurance and collaborative problem-solving. His presence also gave her the confidence to accept another role in the drama "Addicted to Beauty."

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The revolutionary sentiment of that year is something that will last a lifetime in my heart. With you, I could do anything. We shared hardships, difficulties, laughter, and warmth.

Reflecting on their shared experiences, Chung described their bond as a "revolutionary sentiment" that would remain in her heart forever. She stated that with him by her side, she felt capable of facing any challenge, sharing hardships, difficulties, laughter, and warmth. Knowing he had faced personal struggles in recent years, she offered her condolences, saying, "Kai Kai, my dear friend, comrade, and lover, you've worked hard. Rest in peace. Don't be so tired in the next life. Shine brightly and beautifully in heaven. I will always remember your goodness."

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In the past few years... I knew you were actually having a very difficult time. It's all over now. Kai Kai, my dear friend, comrade, and lover, you've worked hard. Rest in peace. Don't be so tired in the next life. Shine brightly and beautifully in heaven. I will always remember your goodness.