 He then starred in historical romance drama "Sound of the Desert", based on the novel "Ballad of the Desert" written by Tong Hua.Originally cast in the role of the leading male role, Hu decided to take on the role of the second male lead instead, as it was a type of character he has never played before.The same year, he garnered a Best Supporting Actor nomination at the 21st Shanghai Television Festival for his performance in acclaimed war drama, "Forty Nine Days