See You Later…Maybe

囧徒之预演告别 ‧ Drama ‧ 2026

Rui as Bie Fan: Acting Reviews by Independent Bloggers & Reviewers

✨ A review of See You Later...Maybe that I thought was especially worth sharing.

What caught my attention is that this wasn't written by a Tian Jiarui fan, but by a Weibo blogger who openly admitted that, although they knew of Jiarui as an actor, they had never paid much attention to him before.

🎬 After watching the first four episodes, however, Tian Jiarui's performance as Bie Fan became the biggest surprise for them.

The review talks about Bie Fan's memorable first appearance, the mystery surrounding his personality, his comedic timing and Shandong accent, and then the emotional contrast revealed through his past and his relationship with his mother.

💙 Most importantly, the reviewer specifically praised Tian Jiarui's ability to portray both sides of Bie Fan — his innocent, goofy side and his deeply emotional side — and concluded that Jiarui deserves more attention as a young actor.

🥹 I found this especially meaningful because it is an example of his acting being noticed independently, simply through the work itself.

🔗 Original Weibo post by 鬽影縫匠:

https://weibo.com/6407214787/5338360941119761

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📖 FULL ENGLISH TRANSLATION OF THE REVIEW

«Out of curiosity, I watched the first four episodes of See You Later...Maybe around noon, and I have to say, it gave me a pleasant surprise.This surprise did not come from the quality of the script, nor from director Bao Beier's direction, but from one particular actor: Tian Jiarui.

The moment Tian Jiarui's Bie Fan appeared, he immediately gave me the impression of someone clean-cut, innocent, and a little silly and goofy. Carrying a schoolbag and looking like a student, he asked Fang Wenhao for an autograph, took a photo with him, thanked him, and even insisted on stuffing sausage into someone else's mouth. For a moment, I honestly couldn't tell whether he was a genuine fan or someone pretending to be one, or whether he was really that silly or simply acting.

Bie Fan's introduction was excellent. It was memorable while also leaving a sense of mystery, and it kept me wondering about him.

Then, it wasn't until the fourth episode that he appeared again. This time, he had quite a substantial amount of screen time. Not only did it not diminish the impression he had made earlier, but his richer performance and character story actually made Tian Jiarui leave an even deeper impression on me.

Bie Fan's sudden appearance turns the livestream into complete chaos. Here, Tian Jiarui gives Bie Fan that wonderfully goofy, slightly foolish energy, and combined with his Shandong accent, it genuinely adds quite a lot of humor to the story.

I initially thought that was all we would see of him. But then the story took a turn, and Bie Fan's past gradually came to light — the hardships he experienced while growing up, his dependence on his mother, and all the difficulties he had endured along the way.

Especially during the funeral for his mother, after the video of her was played, those cries, together with the clean and innocent expression on Tian Jiarui's face, were genuinely heartbreaking.

That was a very strong piece of acting. The contrast between the two sides of the character worked extremely well, and Tian Jiarui managed to deliver both ends of that spectrum at a very high level.

Previously, I only knew that there was an actor named Tian Jiarui, but I had never paid much attention to him. After seeing his interpretation of Bie Fan, I think Tian Jiarui deserves much more attention.

🌟 He is quite an impressive young actor.»

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SagaTeAles

6 hours ago

Adding another acting review by a Weibo account 门徒电影 known for writing beautiful, insightful dissections of characters and/or plots in dramas and movies.

🔗https://weibo.com/5143998400/5338066594301683

The translation of the linked review is:

Weibo post

Disciple Movie
August 31, 17:31 (from iPhone 17 Pro , edited)

💫💫💫Let's talk about Tian Jiarui in "The Pre-Farewell of the Outcast". To be honest, it was quite a subversion of my perception. I've seen several of Tian Jiarui's works before, such as Gong Yuanzheng in "Cloud Feathers," who was outwardly eccentric but inwardly fragile and obsessive. Including his multi-role performance in "Moon Scale Chronicles" earlier this year, he perfectly captured the innocent and naive spirit of the host, as well as the oppressive and aloof Dragon God, which was a pleasant surprise. But this time, Tian Jiarui is different. #TianJiarui'sDown-to-EarthActingSkillsInComedy#

In "The Pre-Farewell of the Outcast", he plays Bie Fan, a young man with intellectual disabilities. In a light comedy, this kind of role is very easy to mess up; if an actor uses exaggerated gestures and blank expressions to create humor, it's not just a failure of performance, but also an offense to the audience.

But Tian Jiarui doesn't act like that. He doesn't portray stupidity; rather, he portrays a child's soul inhabiting an adult's body. That's why you see him meeting Fang Haowen for the first time at the book signing. How did Tian Jiarui act? Before he even gets close, his eyes light up, and he leans forward, his surprise boundless. Even his accented speech, as if his tongue can't keep up with his heart, is part of his charm. The details Tian Jiarui added to Bie Fan aren't just comedic embellishments; they reveal the most genuine reactions of someone naive yet full of goodwill towards the world.

This is where Tian Jiarui's brilliance lies. He finds psychological grounding for the character, rather than designing comedic moments. He lets the audience see the natural misalignment between his earnestness and the world around him, and this misalignment itself is hilarious. The rescue scene is a prime example. Bie Fan doesn't know Fang Haowen is live-streaming; he sees him standing by the river and lunges at him, his clumsy running causing Fang Haowen to fall to the ground. In this scene, Tian Jiarui doesn't project a heroic "I'm saving you" attitude, nor does he display any "look, I'm being funny" cleverness. He's simply earnestly doing what he believes is right. And it's precisely this unadulterated earnestness that makes it both funny and real.

But what truly impressed me was the scene where his mother dies. He cooked at the funeral. When the TV played a video of his mother giving him instructions, she was still thinking of him, saying he was immature and everyone should be understanding. Bie Fan watched the screen, tears streaming down his face before he could even fully grasp the weight of death, but his body had already sensed the loss. As he followed the protocol, saying "Please accept my condolences, family members return the courtesy," he couldn't help but cry out, "Mom, I miss you." That cry would make your heart clench. Why? Because it was so real. It was raw, direct, and unpretentious emotion, a childlike, impulsive, unvarnished pain. Tian Jiarui didn't portray this crying scene as a beautifully crafted, broken performance. He played a child unprepared for losing his mother, overwhelmed by emotion from the inside out.

Therefore, Tian Jiarui's most remarkable quality isn't just his ability to ground himself in comedy, but his understanding of how to switch between different acting styles across various genres. In fantasy dramas, he can be aloof, eccentric, and convey a sense of oppression beyond his years. When playing ordinary, realistic characters, he can completely immerse himself in the role, meticulously crafting everything from his accent and body language to his reaction speed and emotional expression. He consistently portrays the character's situation, not a fixed style.

This proves that he doesn't need to be confined to one type of role; true versatility always stems from understanding the character. Tian Jiarui possesses this ability—he can portray both fantastical and grounded characters, making audiences laugh and feel emotional in different ways, leaving them with a lasting impression after the laughter and tears. Take Bie Fan, for example. While the character 's labels suggest he's dull, foolish, even clumsy, I see Tian Jiarui's portrayal as innocent, pure, and earnestly striving to live in his own way. #FarewellPreview #MovieTalkOnWeibo #SummerMovies

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SagaTeAles

5 hours ago

Adding another review by Film & TV Variety Show Mashup | Senior Writer 鱼头星星 posted 2026-09-01 at 3:47 PM Guangdong

🔗http://xhslink.com/o/tadItPaLxp

The translation of the linked review:

💫 I completely understand why Tian Jiarui is so successful.

This time around, Tian Jiarui didn't hold back with his comedic energy at all - but instead of going all out, he reined in all his sharp edges. There's this indescribable sense of grievance and loneliness hidden in his eyes. The helplessness of a teenager who desperately wants his parents to understand him but can never get more than two sentences in before the conversation dies - he played it so realistically. One second you're laughing so hard you're slapping your thigh, and the next, his gaze makes your nose sting. The switch between comedy and drama never feels forced. I still couldn't shake it off long after watching - it was so much better than I expected!

His scenes with his mother hit you right in the chest. This usually loud, rambunctious, hot-blooded young guy - the moment family matters come up, his eyes instantly grow heavy with quiet desolation. He perfectly captured that feeling of putting on a brave face outside but secretly feeling down when alone at home. I clicked on the show smiling, and before I knew it, my eyes were red.

Few people know that he joined this production straight after finishing The Lunar Scales and Qilin Tracks (月鳞绮纪). The role before that was a lively little fox spirit straight out of ancient texts, and even earlier, in Burning Frost for Daybreak (燃霜为昼), he played a restrained, solemn Republican-era assassin. Then, just like that, he shed all his period-drama trappings and slipped into the role of an ordinary, slightly goofy teenage boy - with not a trace of his previous characters to be found.

Wow! This acting is straight-up next level!

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Polly Jiarui Author

3 hours ago

✨ A review and appreciation of See You Later...Maybe that I thought was especially worth sharing.

🥹 I found this post especially meaningful because it shows how much respect Tian Jiarui earns from industry peers and seasoned actors through his dedication and hard work.

🎬 The author highlights how Jiarui's cross-genre performance and comedic timing were recognized by a professional comedy actor, proving that his talent comes from a deep understanding of the craft and his solid stage experience.

🔗 Original Red Note (Xiaohongshu) post by 玖心糖:

http://xhslink.com/o/1kWXSjBegn8

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📖 FULL ENGLISH TRANSLATION OF THE RED NOTE POST

«Cross-genre talent recognized by professional comedy actors stems from truly understanding the craft.

Teacher Jia Bing praised Tian Jiarui as a natural-born actor. Xiaotian indeed has immense talent, but his insights on the differences between costume and modern dramas, combined with professional comedy actors praising his comedic rhythm, prove that it’s not just talent—he deeply understands the core logic of different genres.

Because the underlying logic is different, his performance approach differs. In costume dramas, his posture and carriage remain flawless; in comedies, he completely avoids the awkwardness of an idol just playing around. Switching between drastically different genres, he ensures the audience stays fully immersed in every role.

Fans often mention his background of over 400 theater performances. Passerby audiences might feel this number is exaggerated by fans, but a quick search reveals that among young actors in C-ent, 50 to 70 performances is already considered an impressive resume. A solid 400+ stage performances carries immense weight.

Theater has no post-editing to fix mistakes; every performance is a complete live delivery. Lines, body language, and rhythm—honed thousands of times until becoming instinct—are the solid foundation behind his versatility across genres.»

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🎙️ AUDIO TRANSCRIPT — PRAISE FROM ACTOR JIA BING

«"Speaking of Jiarui... even though he hasn't done much comedy before, his understanding and grasp of comedy is just like those of us who specialize in it. He’s amazing and very sharp. He catches the essence and techniques of comedy so accurately. And the timing... comedy relies heavily on rhythm, and Jiarui’s rhythm is great. It's like it's natural to him, this kid."»

Yara_love

2 hours ago

Shattering the Costume Drama Filter! Tian Jiarui's Versatility is Seriously Hitting Different

Who gets me?! Who would've thought that Tian Jiarui, who we used to associate strictly with costume dramas, actually delivered a role like Bie Fan? It's such a huge leap out of his comfort zone.

In *The Journey of a Fool*, he completely ditched the typical "costume drama acting style." This character has a special setup that makes it super easy to play in an exaggerated or slapstick way, but he didn't rely on crazy body language for laughs. He really portrayed a pure childlike soul trapped in an adult body—the surprise in his eyes, the slight delay in how he speaks... The humor comes from the disconnect between his understanding and reality, not from him trying hard to be silly.

The most shocking part was the scene where his mother passed away. No aesthetic, tearful crying scenes like you see in period dramas; it was raw, sudden grief. He doesn't fully understand the weight of death, yet instinctively feels the loss. That moment when he blurted out "I want my mom"—the emotion was so direct and hit hard.

Looking back, Gong Yuanzhi in *My Journey to You* was so willful and broken, carrying that paranoid madness of a young man in ancient times; and in *Moon Scales*, Ji Ling was innocent and naive, while the Dragon God had this natural sense of alienation and pressure. In the past, what people remembered was his ability to max out the atmosphere with that "broken beauty" aesthetic in costumes...

He can handle high-tension, intense characters in fantasy worlds, but he's also willing to settle down and ground himself as ordinary little people, rebuilding the character from scratch—accent, posture, emotional logic, everything. He doesn't use a cookie-cutter template; he understands the role before acting. C-ent really needs more male actors who can handle both tragedy and comedy, ancient and modern settings like this.

#tianjiarui#embarrassingdisciplespreview#