Lin Qiang

Behind the shimmering visuals of Chinese Studio: Lanruo Temple (聊斋：兰若寺) lies an equally compelling story - one told not by brushstrokes or pixels, but by the art of voice acting. The film’s newly released voice acting featurette reveals a bold experiment: a squad of seasoned voice talents stepping up to breathe life into thirteen lead characters across six distinct tales. This isn’t just a casting choice; it’s a masterclass in versatility. Take Zhang He (张赫) and Lin Qiang (林强), the voices of Xuanguizi and Lingchan Shiren in The Well Story (井下故事) and The Taoist of Mount Lao (崂山道士). Their recording sessions, as shown in the featurette, are a playful dance of creativity. “We just went with what felt fun,” Zhang quips, while Lin adds whimsical animal sounds - from growls to chirps - to amplify the characters’ quirks. For The Lotus Princess (莲花公主), young actor Fu Bohan (傅铂涵), voicing Dou Xu (窦旭), found himself charmed by co-actor Cheng Li’s delicate voice, mistakenly assuming she was a child. “She sounds so sweet and innocent!” he admits, a testament to the voice actors’ ability to transcend age and form. Equally striking is the emotional depth these artists bring. For The Painted Skin…