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Taiwanese Actor Wang Kai Found Dead at 43; Co-Star Recalls Unfinished Scenes

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

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  • Taiwanese actor Wang Kai, 43, was found dead in his Taipei rental apartment on July 26; police have ruled out foul play and suicide, pending an autopsy.
  • Co-star Xia Yuhe expressed deep grief, recalling a planned pivotal scene for the drama "The Taste of Life" that will now never be filmed.
  • Wang Kai was remembered by Xia Yuhe as a warm colleague who supported her acting, with plans for a post-filming celebration now tragically unfulfilled.

Taiwanese actor Wang Kai, known for his roles in popular dramas, was found dead in his Taipei rental apartment on July 26 at the age of 43. Police have conducted an initial investigation and have ruled out external interference and suicide, with the exact cause of death awaiting further clarification from the coroner's office.

You were going to save me, we looked at each other with intense emotion. I practiced my lines over and over at home, and I cried over and over.

โ€” Xia YuheDescribing her preparation for a pivotal scene with Wang Kai.

The sudden news has sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry. Xia Yuhe, a co-star who recently worked with Wang Kai on the Sanli eight o'clock drama "The Taste of Life," shared her profound sadness. She posted a behind-the-scenes photo of them in the dressing room, recounting the moment she received the devastating news.

Yesterday after work, you happily waved goodbye and said see you tomorrow? How come you're not coming today.

โ€” Xia YuheExpressing disbelief and grief upon hearing of Wang Kai's death.

Xia Yuhe had prepared diligently for a crucial scene in the drama, where Wang Kai's character was set to reconcile with hers. She had practiced her lines and cried repeatedly, anticipating the emotional intensity of the scene. Upon arriving at the set, she was greeted with the news of Wang Kai's passing, initially struggling to believe it. She recalled their last interaction the previous evening, when he waved goodbye and said he'd see her the next day.

You're great!

โ€” Wang KaiWang Kai's encouraging words to Xia Yuhe after watching her cry scene.

She remembered Wang Kai's supportive nature, noting how he stayed late two days prior to watch her cry scene and offered a warm hug, praising her performance. They had planned to support each other through the remaining key scenes and celebrate with a meal after filming concluded. Now, with the drama nearing its end, the most important scene they were meant to share will never be completed, leaving Xia Yuhe heartbroken that their story will not have its intended happy ending.

Hey... Although filming is almost over, our story isn't finished yet. The scene you were looking forward to is today, I've memorized my lines, but you didn't come. This scene has no ending, we still have a happy ending that hasn't been fully acted out. How could you leave first.

โ€” Xia YuheAddressing Wang Kai directly, expressing her sorrow over the unfinished story.
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Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.