(Exclusive Interview) Chen Yi Broke Down Crying on His Balcony Late at Night! His Wife, the 'Wufenpu Heiress,' Said One Thing That Saved Him

Liberty Times (TW) features an intimate interview with Chen Yi, a well-known figure in Taiwan's entertainment scene, who recently stepped into the demanding role of producer for the drama 'The Gentlemen.' This transition, coupled with the arrival of his newborn daughter and the demands of his existing jewelry business, pushed him to his emotional limits.

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It's okay, you just do your best.

Chen Yi, a Libra, describes his meticulous approach to production, driven by a desire to be fair to everyone he cast and involved in the project. This dedication, however, came at a significant personal cost. He candidly shares an experience of breaking down in tears late one night on his home balcony, overwhelmed by the pressure. It was his wife, Ji Xichen, the heiress of a Wufenpu garment factory, who provided solace, telling him, 'It's okay, you just do your best.' This simple statement, he says, was exactly what he needed to hear during a period when he felt stretched too thin.

The actor admits that fatherhood has been his most challenging role yet. He expresses deep guilt over not spending enough time with his wife and daughter, especially during his daughter's recent bouts of illness, including norovirus and a cold. Witnessing his wife manage the care almost single-handedly while he was consumed by work left him heartbroken. He acknowledges that his wife, still recovering postpartum, experiences emotional fluctuations, and he understands her need for more of his presence.

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She didn't really complain, but she did say that I didn't have much time to spend with her, and I understand that she's just given birth and her emotions fluctuate more.

Despite the hardships, the joy of his daughter's smile quickly melts away his worries. The couple has adopted a shift system for childcare, with Chen Yi taking the night shifts. His daughter's recent illnesses have further disrupted their sleep schedules. Chen Yi also discusses his decision to act in 'The Gentlemen,' initially hesitant due to his focus on producing. However, after finding no suitable actor for a role depicting a man addicted to sex, he decided to take it on himself, seeing the character's potential for depth. He humorously denies being 'extremely aroused' off-screen, stating he's not addicted but 'not afraid' of the topic, especially now that he has a child.

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It's not addiction, but I'm not afraid of it, after all, I already have a child.