Who is the prototype of the flowers?

The prototype of Mr. Bao in "Flowers" is Zhou Zhengyi.

I saw a big V on social media writing that the prototype of Mr. Bao in the TV series "Flowers" directed by Wong Kar-wai is Zhou Zhengyi, the former richest man in Shanghai, and the combination of Li Li and Lingzi, the prototype is Mao Yuping. Jin Yucheng, the original author of "Flowers", has not said exactly whether there is a prototype character. Therefore, whether there is a prototype character in "Flowers" and who the prototype character is are just everyone's guesses.

In comparison, Mr. Bao, Lingzi, and Li Li are similar to Zhou Zhengyi and Mao Yuping. For example, Zhou Zhengyi and Mao Yuping started their business by opening a restaurant on Huanghe Road. The restaurant they ran together was called Amao Stew Restaurant, which was very prosperous. Zhou Zhengyi was also an outstanding figure back then, young and handsome, just like Mr. Bao in "Flowers", he was a man of the hour on Yellow River Road. Later, when it really developed, everyone in Shanghai knew about Zhou Zhengyi.

Review of the TV series "Flowers"

The acting skills of Ma Yili and Xin Zhilei are impeccable. Their characters in the play have both a tender side and a tough side. Especially the role of Ma Yili, the charm and strength she displays are indeed fascinating. The character she plays has both the charm of a Shanghainese woman and an inner strength. This is exactly the image of an ideal woman in many people's minds.

The pairing of Hu Ge and Tang Yan gives people the feeling of Dreaming of Fairy Sword. Their acting skills are very natural and smooth, allowing the audience to be better immersed in the plot. Wong Kar-wai's aesthetic is undoubtedly a highlight of this drama. Its unique composition and photography techniques, like paintings, bring a visual feast to the audience.

Every frame is like a piece of exquisite art, which makes people forget to leave. This extreme pursuit of details is the charm of Wong Kar-wai's movies. This aesthetic style has been well continued in "Flowers", allowing the audience to enjoy the beauty while watching the drama.