Chinese Actress Xue Jianing Finds Inner Peace and Success After Split with Hu Ge
Xue Jianing, a talented Chinese actress, has blossomed in her own right, despite being frequently referred to as the ex-girlfriend of renowned actor Hu Ge. The 45-year-old actress has carved out a successful career, both on and off screen, and has found inner peace through her faith in Buddhism.
Xue's rise to fame began with her role as Ha Mei in the 2002 television series "Pink Ladies," which was adapted from Taiwan cartoonist Zhu Deyong's work of the same name. The show was a massive hit, becoming the most-watched series on the mainland and in Taiwan. Xue's cute appearance and lively personality made her a perfect fit for the role, but she has said that she doesn't follow trends blindly and is more than just her on-screen persona.
Born into an intellectual family in northeastern China's Heilongjiang province, Xue began hosting television shows at the age of eight and was a local star. She graduated with a major in performing arts from the Shanghai Theatre Academy in 1999, achieving the highest score in her class.
Xue's relationship with Hu Ge, who attended the same theatre academy, began in 2006. At the time, Hu's career was just taking off, and he was appearing in the television drama "Chinese Paladin." However, their relationship was put to the test when Hu was involved in a car accident in August 2006, which left him with serious injuries to his face and resulted in the death of his female assistant. Xue stopped working for a year to care for Hu, but they eventually separated in 2008.
After the breakup, Xue seldom mentioned Hu, and when he became popular again in 2015, she responded to media requests by saying, "I will not take advantage of his popularity." Instead, Xue focused on her own personal growth and development, finding solace in Buddhism. In 2017, she announced on Weibo that she had completed the five Buddhist paths, a demanding practice believed to lead to spiritual awakening, and that the religion had helped her "see things more clearly."
During her time in Tibet, Xue lived in a temple, leading some to speculate that she had become a nun for a short period. Although she has continued to believe in Buddhism and often practices meditation, Xue remains unmarried and continues to appear in television series and theatre plays.
Despite her success, Xue has said that she is not interested in the trappings of fame or fortune. Instead, she enjoys the challenge of taking on different roles and finds fulfillment in her work. With her newfound inner peace and sense of purpose, Xue Jianing is a true inspiration to her fans and a testament to the power of self-discovery and growth.