Zhang Yibei's Love Story

Yila, a Ukrainian girl who married Shanghai guy Zhang Yibei, is a popular contestant in the program "Let's Gather for the World Expo" and an ambassador of the Expo image in Luwan District.

In the 2-day countdown to the Expo, a number of "Expo families" were released in Luwan District, and Yila's family was one of them. When awarding cards to the representatives of each family, someone saw Ira with blonde hair and white skin and subconsciously asked, "Foreigners?" Ira was not happy when she heard this. She pouted and clarified, "I'm not a foreigner, I'm from Shanghai!" In Yila's eyes, Ukraine is her hometown, while Shanghai is her home. To promote the World Expo at home, Yila said, "It is duty-bound." Crossing nationality, Yila interprets the spirit of volunteers with actions, and also shows the hospitality of a "new Shanghainese". Yang Xinwei's Ambassador at the entrance of Expo Heart, Ambassador of Expo Image in Luwan District, Ambassador of Community Image of "New Expo, New Wuli, New Image" in Wuliqiao, Ambassador of "Expo Family" in Luwan District, and Family Leading the World Expo ... I have wondered what kind of foreign girl can hold the titles of so many Expo Ambassadors? From the moment I saw Yila, I knew that she was warm, cheerful, full of vitality and passion, full of personality and appeal, and versatile. Most importantly, she really loves the land in front of her. As a "tour guide" on Lupu Bridge, many Shanghainese say that the Expo is a great event at home and must not be missed. For Yila and Zhang Yibei, the Expo is a real event at home. Because once out of the community, within 1 meters, it is the Expo site. Boarding the sightseeing elevator of Lupu Bridge, you can go directly to the top of the bridge and have a panoramic view of the Expo site. Last month, the young couple happened to meet a family of three French tourists on the Lupu Bridge. Seeing that they were worried about not having a guide, Yila volunteered to go forward and communicate with the family in English: "This red one is the China Pavilion, and the French Pavilion is being built over there." The appearance of friendly and enthusiastic Yila surprised French tourists. When they learned that the girl in front of them was still an Expo ambassador, they even took the initiative to ask for a group photo as a souvenir. The little French girl also clamored for Yila to sign her name. Speaking of her reaction that day, Yila took it for granted. "It seems to be a natural thing. It feels like I am a Shanghainese, and I am introducing us to them as the host." It is not the first time that Yila naturally brought herself into the identity of a Shanghainese. One day, Zhang Yibei and Yila came to M-box to listen to songs as usual, and foreigners on the stage sang Chinese songs hard. Yilashunkou commented: "Well ... he doesn't speak Chinese well." It seems that as China people, they are judging foreigners' Chinese level. "I'm from China and I'm from Shanghai." According to pull open heart said, this sentence, has become her mantra. They want to be ambassadors of Ukraine Pavilion. At present, they put Expo-related activities in the first place, free of charge. Attend the concert of "Stars Singing Expo", even if it is only a few seconds, it is incumbent on you to rehearse with all your heart. Participate in the launching ceremony of the national sea election of "Happy World Expo, All Families Come to the Competition", learn new songs temporarily, and rehearse until 3 am. Participate in community Expo publicity activities, distribute Expo leaflets under the scorching sun, and stop the uncivilized habits of passers-by. ..... For these "voluntary" jobs, the couple have pushed the invitation of foreign satellite TV three times. "It is obligatory to be related to the Expo!" In addition to these ambassadorial titles, Ira actually has a bigger dream. "It would be nice to be the ambassador of the Ukraine Pavilion." Yila said with great yearning, "Ukraine is my hometown, Shanghai is my home, and how wonderful it is to be an ambassador of my hometown at home!" Zhang Yibei revealed that they have submitted a written application to the relevant departments. "Although I don't know how many opportunities there are, I still have to try." Writing Expo Qusheng Expo Baby As a popular contestant in the program "Get together for the Expo and the whole family will come to the competition", Yila and Zhang Yibei have also accumulated many fans. Now, the national auditions for the program "All the Family Come to Race" have started vigorously, and the couple have started busy preparations again, hoping to bring a refreshing program to the audience. At present, the couple are quietly starting to write their own Expo songs. Speaking of genre, Zhang Yibei revealed: "The theme of the Expo must be cheerful, but it must be close to Yila's personality and international. It is somewhat close to the concept of Wu Sikai's Better city better life. " On this side, the reporter was chatting with Zhang Yibei about his Expo songs. On the other side, Yila, who had just finished the photographer's shooting requirements, began to call her husband: "Beibei, look, Expo baby." Putting Haibao on her belly, Ira's expression is sweet and lovely. This can't help but remind reporters that on the stage of "All Families Come to the Games", when the host asked Ira and Zhang Yibei what their Expo dreams were, Zhang Yibei was still shy and embarrassed to speak. Ira grabbed the microphone and announced loudly: "We are going to have an Expo baby!" Shanghai has a wonderful fate. When I met Yila, she just got up, holding two steamed buns in her hand and smiling with her eyes bent. "Hello." The warm greeting made the distance between two strangers suddenly disappear. Before swallowing the steamed stuffed bun in her mouth, Yila couldn't wait to take the reporter's hand: "Come and see my wedding photo, isn't it beautiful?" On September 27th this year, Yila and Zhang Yibei joined hands in the marriage hall. After graduating from Kiev Art Institute, Yila was selected by a Shanghai performing arts company and became a contract artist. Ira's father is a well-known rock singer in Ukraine. Ira died when she was very young. Continuing her father's musical ideal, Yila came to Shanghai alone. I can't speak English or Chinese. For Yila, those days can only be described as "completely blind". Learn five Chinese songs a week, otherwise, you have to go home. "I don't want it. I like Shanghai." Yila said.

It's more than an hour's journey from Shanghai to Suzhou. Yila listened to "The Moon Represents My Heart" again and again. "If you don't know pinyin, you should use Ukrainian phonetic symbols." On the stage, when I was nervous, I still forgot my words. Speaking of this, Yila smiled cutely. "There are many leaders in front of me. When I forget my words, I laugh, and then I go up and shake hands with them." To put it lightly, it was not easy to pull through those days. Fortunately, Yila met Zhang Yibei. One is a Ukrainian girl, and the other is a Shanghai guy. It seems like two parallel lines that they don't want to do, but they crossed in 27 as if destined. April Fool's Day, Xintiandi. "Please give me a chance, don't say it doesn't matter to love again ..." A special voice caught Ira's attention, and she jumped onto the stage and sang the second half with Zhang Yibei. After a song, Yila stayed behind and, like Zhang Yibei, became Dong Mei's resident singer. In the morning and evening, the ambiguous feelings are crazy. "Later, we stopped singing in a bar, and I went to hengshan road. She only has one day off every week, but she still insists on coming to see me. " Zhang Yibei said proudly, "I asked her,' Why do you always come here?' She smiled and said,' Come and see you.' Of course, if you ask her now, she certainly won't admit it, little girl,' the cavity is full of potential'. "Hearing Zhang Yibei's scandal, Ira curled her pie and symbolically knocked on her husband's head to show her" authority ". The story behind is simple and romantic, and two young people who love music gradually come together. It was also during this period that Yila's Chinese advanced by leaps and bounds. Clever and clever people are loved by everyone. Dad Zhang Jie first met Ira in a bar in hengshan road. "I just went to see my son that day and saw her skipping over. I heard from my son before that there was a little girl with a pretty white face. When I saw her that time, it was true. Her eyes were big, cheerful and enthusiastic. " With dad's approval, Zhang Yibei's hanging heart was put down by a large part. "I once worried that foreign love sounded quite vigorous, but it is still unknown whether my parents can pass it. After all, there are many practical problems." "Bring the little girl back for dinner." It was Zhang Jie who spoke first, and the romantic relationship was continued. On days when there is no performance or training, Chen Xiaoyun, her mother-in-law, and Ira will hide in the room and talk for hours. Zhang Yibei will be "blasted" out by this pair of mother-in-law and daughter-in-law. "Mom will tell me the truth of getting along with two people and tell me all her experiences along the way." Young people like to drink carbonated drinks, and Chen Xiaoyun will earnestly persuade his daughter-in-law: "Carbonated drinks are unhealthy, so we are interested in drinking tea and keeping healthy in China." What's even more amazing is that the language of mother-in-law and daughter-in-law communication is still Shanghai dialect! "I was training her listening." Chen Xiaoyun said proudly. In the process of participating in various variety shows and Expo activities as lovers, Yila and Zhang Yibei further confirmed their feelings and decided to spend their lives together. It can be said that the opportunity of the World Expo is also a hotbed of their feelings, which has contributed to this pair of transnational couples. At the wedding, in addition to the white wedding dress, a purple dress is the most eye-catching, and the design of sloping shoulders makes Yila more beautiful and moving. "This is' robbed' from Dani." Zhang Yibei told reporters. Dani is the host of Zhejiang Satellite TV. After recording several programs, the young couple became friends with Dani. "We were in the Dani lounge that day, and it happened that the dressmaker sent the dress for the next party to Dani to try. Ira liked it as soon as she saw it, so let Dani give it to us. I haven't tried it yet!' Dani didn't like it at first, but after knowing that it was for our wedding, he gave up what he wanted. "A listen to Dani let go, Zhang Yibei quickly put the money to the dresser, lest Dani go back on our word. When you are happy, you grin, and when you are sad, you don't hide your sad expression. Pointing at himself in the TV, he would shout, "Pig! Pig! Fat to death! " It will take 7 hours to sew beads on my husband's old shoes, and then tell him, "I lost my old shoes and bought you a new pair." When you go out to shoot on location, you will suddenly "ouch" and look depressed: "Baby baby, the Expo baby didn't come out." When you see Yila, you will unconsciously want to get close to her, not only because she is frank, frank and natural, but also because she reminds you of the daughter of the aunt next door. More importantly, she has a brilliant smile on her face. Whether it is an old friend or a stranger, say "hello" with a smile and the world will suddenly light up. I asked Yila, what was your first impression when you first came to Shanghai? She said, it's beautiful, and then everyone's face seems to look the same. Perhaps it is China people's reserved and shy nature, perhaps they are wary of strangers, perhaps they are overwhelmed by work ... When the fresh faces gradually lose their expressions, there is no way to get angry in a city. With the arrival of the World Expo, "smiling etiquette" has been mentioned again. How to polish this city card is attracting more and more attention. In the streets and lanes, things are silent, a smile, a kindness, and a quiet change is under way. With a smile, everyone is a beautiful ambassador of Shanghai.