In order to film Chen Kaige's Mei Lanfang, Leon has been training behind closed doors for quite some time. Before, there were rumors of him shaving his head for the costume fitting. Likewise, the sacrifice was exchanged for praises from Mei Bao Jiu in front of the media that Leon fits the role. As Mei Lanfang's son, Bao Jiu spoke like an official's evaluation. Regarding Leon's training on Beijing Opera behind closed doors, he said that he has already met Leon. He's very satisfied with Leon's appearance and vocals, "Leon is a Beijing native, so I'm completely not worried about his lines. He sings pretty well in Beijing opera." He also highly praised Leon for being intelligent and diligent.
Leon deeply received Bao Yu's favor and personally instructed him on some movements, so Leon could handle it when the time comes. When mentioning Zhang Ziyi, Bao Yu simply said, "She's beautiful." It is reported that Lanfang will officially start filming in mid-July and lasts for as long as five months. It can be completed in May or June of next year for a global release before the Olympics.