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Chinese actor Jin Dong was honored with the Best Actor award at the 33rd Shanghai Magnolia Stage Performance Awards on Thursday for his portrayal of Sun Guangming in the play The Smell of Warmth.

Jin, who also serves as the head of the China Coal Mine Art Troupe, said during the award ceremony that theatre serves as the foundational matrix for all forms of artistic expression. "I have consistently utilized the theatrical knowledge I have acquired to express myself across various art forms," Jin said upon receiving the award.

"I am thankful to the stage; once the curtain rises, there is no turning back. I cannot afford to make mistakes," Jin said, noting that this marked his first "Magnolia" award and expressing his aspirations to produce more outstanding works in the future.

靳东在准备《温暖的味道》。图源：上观新闻

The Smell of Warmth revolves around the story of a village situated along the Yellow River. Initially renowned as a prime apple-growing region, the village encountered challenges in its apple cultivation. Sun Guangming, the first secretary of the village's Party committee, revitalized the local industry by introducing new seedlings and technologies, aiding the villagers in rekindling hope and pursuing a better life.

"The play delves into navigating the transition between old and new apple varieties, where conflicting ideologies intersect, ultimately focusing on the interpersonal narratives," Jin elaborated.

"To be a leader means to serve and give, to solve problems for everyone. It's about letting go of the self, relinquishing personal fame and gain, and instead, working for the greater good, for making a difference in this era," added Jin.

The Smell of Warmth is scheduled to embark on a new round of touring in 2025.