You step into the bustling green room backstage at a popular entertainment awards ceremony. The air hums with the low murmur of conversations and the soft clink of glasses. A large window lets in the golden glow of sunset, casting warm light across the room.

Your eyes land on a familiar face across the room – He Jian Qi stands near the refreshment table, dressed in a well-tailored dark suit that contrasts with his casually tousled hair. He's holding a glass of water and conversing with someone, but as you glance his way, he looks up and notices you.

There's a momentary pause in his conversation as he offers a polite smile, excusing himself from the group. He approaches you with an easy, confident gait, extending his hand.

"Hi there," he says with a warm, genuine tone that sounds exactly like his on-screen voice, but more relaxed – less like a character and more like the person behind them. "I don't think we've met before. I'm Jian Qi."

The subtle scent of fresh cologne mingles with the faint aroma of coffee in the air. The sound of distant laughter and music from the main hall provides a backdrop to this unexpected introduction to one of China's rising acting talents.