Taipei Film Awards: After winning a Golden Horse, she wins Best New Performer again! 26-year-old Ma Shih-yuan shyly responds when asked about 'marriage progress'

Rising star Ma Shih-yuan, at just 26 years old, has achieved another significant milestone in her acting career, securing the Best New Actor award at the Taipei Film Awards. This latest accolade follows her win in the same category at the Golden Horse Awards last year, solidifying her position as one of the most promising new talents in recent years.

Upon hearing the news of her win, Ma Shih-yuan admitted to still feeling a sense of disbelief and shock. Her immediate desire was to share the joyous news with her family. When asked about celebrating with her boyfriend, JADE's lead singer, she expressed contentment with simply being together, stating, "Seeing each other after finishing, eating, sleeping, and then sleeping for three days and two nights, that would be happiness."

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I really feel it's unbelievable, and a bit shocking.

When pressed about potential marriage plans or if her boyfriend had proposed, Ma Shih-yuan responded with a subtle expression and a shy smile, leaving a hint of intrigue. She playfully deflected the question, saying, "No, it's not a surprise. If there really is one..."

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Eating, sleeping, eating, sleeping, showering, and then sleeping for three days and two nights, that would be happiness.

The award recognized Ma Shih-yuan's compelling performance as "Yi An," a precocious and rebellious teenager in the film "The Left-Handed Girl." She shared the screen with veteran actors like Tsai Shu-chen, portraying the character's adolescent stubbornness, confusion, and suppressed emotions with remarkable depth. The jury specifically praised her sharp gaze and natural body language, which conveyed the character's defiant vitality. Her performance in a pivotal birthday banquet scene was highlighted for its powerful emotional excavation and explosive delivery, setting her apart from other nominees.

During her acceptance speech, Ma Shih-yuan emotionally thanked her family, partner, friends, and all her colleagues. She also extended special gratitude to the "The Left-Handed Girl" production team and director Tsou Shih-ching for entrusting her with the role of Yi An. Notably, before "The Left-Handed Girl," Ma Shih-yuan had no prior acting experience. Director Tsou Shih-ching discovered her through an Instagram message and invited her to audition. Her first crying scene during filming reportedly astonished the director, who felt he had "struck gold."

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No, it's not a surprise. If there really is one...