Golden Phoenix Award–winning actress Yang Yimo was disfigured when prop water was replaced with sulfuric acid—a plot orchestrated by her boyfriend Liu Haoyue. The scandal ruined her and dragged her father into a business crisis. Desperate, Yang Yimo took her own life—but was reborn just before the tragedy. With foresight, she turned public opinion in her favor, helping her father win the business battle. On set, Chen Yanni’s poor acting got her replaced by director Gu Nancheng, leading investor Zhang Bing to withdraw funds. Yang Yimo stepped in to invest, and the film’s success made her a top star. Lin Yi tried to pursue her, aided by Gu Nancheng, who eventually confessed his feelings. Traumatized by her past, Yang Yimo hesitated, until mutual struggles drew them closer. As the Yang family faced bankruptcy, Gu Nancheng came to her aid. Yet his brother and uncle conspired with Zhang Bing, stripping him of power. The truth behind Lin Yi’s manipulation was revealed—Gu’s uncle sought control of both families. Lin Yi ultimately protected Yang Yimo, was injured, and confessed again, but she rejected him. Gu Nancheng’s new suspense film, inspired by real events, became a hit—and Yang Yimo won Best Actress once more.
