"Sunshine Women's Choir" was shortlisted for three awards at the 63rd Golden Horse Awards, and Weng Qianyu was nominated again after 54 years.

[Reporter Xu Shiying/Report from Taipei] The shortlist for the 63rd Golden Horse Awards was announced yesterday. "Sunshine Girls", co-produced by Taiwan Mobile and grossing 775 million yuan in box office in Taiwan and becoming the highest-grossing domestic film in Taiwanese film history, was nominated for three awards. Among them, Weng Qianyu competed for the best supporting actress for her role as "Grandma Yuying", and she was nominated for the Golden Horse again for the first time in 54 years. After learning the good news, she couldn't conceal her excitement and called it an "incomparable and precious honor."

"Sunshine Girls Chorus" made Weng Qianyu win the Golden Horse Award again after 54 years. (Provided by Taiwan Mobile MyVideo)

Weng Qianyu recalled that she was 23 years old when she first stepped on the stage of the Golden Horse. She did not expect that after more than half a century, she would be recognized as an actor again. "I did not expect that after so many years, I would have the opportunity to come back here again. Thinking that this could happen again, I am really excited and full of gratitude."

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She also expressed special thanks to director Lin Xiaoqian for his encouragement along the way, making her willing to challenge herself again and take on the role of "Grandma Yuying". After many years of acting career, she is now recognized by the Golden Horse. She said emotionally: "Never stop challenging yourself, which has always been the motto of my life. And this time, I am really lucky - I have never stopped challenging myself over the years." She shared the joy of being shortlisted with the audience and fans who have supported the film all the way, saying: "Life is really full of unexpected surprises."

He Manxi, who plays "Yu Xin" in the film, was nominated for Best New Actor. Last year, she stood on the stage of the ceremony as the "Golden Matrix Awards Ambassador". This year, she changed her status and became an official finalist. She happily expressed that she was very happy to be shortlisted with many actors she likes and respects. "Being shortlisted is already a very precious recognition, so my mood now is to be happy, cherish, and with a little expectation, to enjoy every moment in the future."

"Sunshine Women's Chorus" was shortlisted for 3 Golden Horse Awards. (Provided by Taiwan Mobile MyVideo)

"Sunshine Girls" was nominated for three awards including Best Supporting Actress, Best New Actor and Best Original Film Song. The song "Happiness Sings" also won the judges' favor. Director Lin Xiaoqian, who is also a lyricist, said that he has always believed that "music in movies is the unspoken words of the characters." This time he was recognized by the Golden Horse as a lyricist. He is also grateful to the partners who co-wrote the songs and the audience who supported the movie all the way. "The movie will end, but some melodies will remain."

In addition to "Sunshine Girls", "Kung Fu" co-produced by Taiwan Mobile has also become a major finalist this time, competing for 8 awards in one go. Dai Liren won the Golden Horse Best Actor for the first time, and Zhu Xuanyang, who had won the Best Supporting Actor, once again competed for the same award. The film was also nominated for Best Visual Effects, Best Sound Effects, Best Action Design, Best Art Design, Best Costume Design, and Best Original Film Music.

The 63rd Golden Horse Awards will be held on November 22. Taiwan Mobile MyVideo has been the official designated live broadcast platform for seven consecutive years. On that day, it will broadcast the Avenue of Stars at 5:30 pm and the awards ceremony at 7 pm. "Sunshine Girls" is currently available on MyVideo. In addition to the feature film, it also includes behind-the-scenes footage and deleted content.