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Immediately after hearing Kang Woo-jin's comments, Director Kyotaro started spitting out words like 'stranger' and 'stranger who ignores all cause and effect'. Just like talking to myself.

Woojin looked at Director Kyotaro, who rubbed his chin and became serious.

"······"

I didn't really react, but inside I was a little scared.

'Did it work? is not it? What, which one is it?'

I was like, "I don't know," but it was the first time in my life that I had done something like this. It was like that even after she suddenly became an actress. But I would have regretted it if I hadn't said it.

It was Kang Woo-jin's true intention.

The ending of a work may be the part that determines the rise and fall of the overall performance. In other words, if the ending of 'Familiar Parasite' is changed as Kang Woo-jin said, the rating may change.

-[7/Scenario (Title: Strange Sacrifice of a Stranger), SS Grade]

Currently it is SS level, but it may drop to A level or even B level. Well, it could be the other way around.

'There's nothing I can do if the ending doesn't change.'

It's okay even if the rating goes down a bit. Are you okay?

'Still, does it feel like Kiyoshi was protected?'

Even if the 'unfamiliar parasite"s rating drops, Kiyoshi saves it. Woojin thought that was just fine. The reason is not entirely clear. I just felt like that. I didn't know it, but this was the actor's greed. Something absurd that you don't want to ruin the character of?

Kang Woo-jin did not notice that he was growing.

He spoke to Director Kyotaro, who was lost in thought right in front of him.

"You may hear complaints from fans of the original because it has a different ending than the original, but I tried to tell you anyway. "I feel like Kiyoshi is broken."

In the midst of all this, he takes care of pretending to be a big man. why? This line is no different from directly denying the world-renowned author Akari.

'It's tough, it's tough. Pretending to be strong is really like thin ice every day.'

On the other hand, Director Kyotaro, full of gray hair, was silent for a moment and then slowly nodded.

"······I know what you mean."

Then he took out the storyboard and pen for filming that he had kept in his back pocket. Start writing something in the empty space. It was a note of something that flashed. At the same time, Director Kyotaro thought.

'Maybe this is. No, it's definitely an adventure. 100% You will hear complaints from fans of the original work.'

Alternatively, there is a strong possibility that the Japanese content market as a whole will be severely criticized. This is an act that blatantly breaks away from the deeply rooted cliché of 'retribution'. The public and many people in the Japanese entertainment industry will be negative.

'Especially here in Japan, change is poison.'

To be precise, I have a strong aversion to new things. Therefore, Japanese actors have been performing stereotypical acting that fits the industry, such as making noises and squealing, for decades. Movies and dramas also continue to have similar plots. It's deceptive, but it's hard to beat with words.

The plots of powerful Japanese animations are also like this.

However, animation is making progress because the comics market, which is the basis of animation, is creative in its own way. Conversely, the rest of the content market is stagnant. Nevertheless, it is the same every year. I can't move forward.

'It's already ruined.'

It has reached a point where Japanese dramas and movies are mainly live-action adaptations of animations and comics. We fell behind Korea a long time ago. Just look at the Korean Wave, which is a global trend. On the other hand, Japan still relies on the domestic market.

Because I'm afraid of change.

Director Kyotaro recalled the significance of the beginning of 'Familiar Parasitic'.

A rebuke to this idiotic market.

The acting of Japanese actors, the atmosphere of the market, the solid flow of money, the fearful director, and many others. Kang Woo-jin was chosen as the hitman. An attempt was made to turn things around, including his monstrous acting and putting a Korean actor at the center of the work of Japan's world-renowned writer Akari.

Woojin is just now trying to overturn the ending of 'The Unfamiliar Parasite'.

However, Director Kyotaro is positive.

'Okay, if you're going to do it, do it right-'

I plan on carrying a gun.

'Kiyoshi will shine even more if he follows Woojin's words.'

Imagine a bombardment. No matter what kind of fierce war breaks out.

"······First of all, I understand. 5 minutes. "No, let's just take a 10-minute break."

Director Kyotaro, who was speaking Japanese, turned around while writing something on the storyboard. He then took out his cell phone. It was probably a call to author Akari, but Woojin didn't think much of it.

'Well, is it okay? 'I said everything I had to say.'

Soon, the assistant director shouted to the entire scene. '10 minute break!!' A bit of yelling. The hundred or so staff members were puzzled by the break taken immediately after filming began, but for now, they busily move their hands and feet to prepare for the next cut.

Meanwhile, Japanese actors approached Kang Woo-jin as he left the set. Everyone gives their thumbs up for some reason.

"Congratulations, Woojin."

"I was so surprised when I saw the article! "This is a number of visitors I have never experienced before!"

"congratulations. "It's a result that's hard to see in Japan, so I'm envious of it, but I also think it's amazing."

what? Why are you celebrating all of a sudden? At first, Woojin wondered what was going on, but a light went on in Woojin's head.

Ah, 'Island of the Missing'!

At that moment, pigtail-haired Choi Seong-geon came next to Woojin. With a smile on his face, he whispered in Kang Woo-jin's ear.

"'Island of the Missing' audience number: 700,000. "Its first-day performance is tied with the number one movie in Korean history."

"···Is that so?"

Kang Woo-jin asked coldly, but inside he was screaming.

'Mi, crazy??!!! 700,000 in one day??!! It's like a tortoise!!'

Same time.

For some reason, the Japanese media was throwing around news about Korean movies.

『The movie 'Island of the Missing', starring Kang Woo-jin from 'The Familiar Gisaeng', attracted 700,000 viewers in Korea in just one day』

It's not a little, it's a lot. However, Japan's media was new compared to today's Korea.

At this time in Korea.

『[Movie Ranking] "Crazy!", 'Island of the Missing' took first place with 700,000 viewers on the first day of release』

『As expected, director Kwon Ki-taek is a master! As soon as 'Island of the Missing' was released, it attracted 700,000 people and rose to the top of the box office!』

It was already plastered with articles about the 'Island of the Missing'.

『No. 1 'Island of the Missing' 700,000+ viewers on the first day, is 'Island of the Missing' confirmed to be the tentpole masterpiece?』

It's a huge amount. However, it was a well-deserved reaction. A theater district during peak season. There are countless tentpole movies bombarding it accordingly. In a barren situation, 'Island of the Missing' achieved unrivaled first place.

『Contender's 'Island of the Missing' and Throne's 'Battle of the Sea' had almost the same performance on the first day of release』

Because it achieved similar results to the No. 1 movie of all time in Korea. Cheolongseong Fortress, which has not been broken for about 7 years, is shaking. It was impossible for so many reporters to remain still, including the astonishing record of 700,000 viewers in just one day.

『Kang Woo-jin's acting worked again… Will 'Island of the Missing' reach 10 million for the first time this year?』

Their fingers moved every second and every minute. A few hours back. When various portal sites were filled with 'Islands of the Missing', public opinion quickly began to tap its fingers.

[「Island of the Missing」/ Released on May 19, 2021]

[Rating 9.6]

[Visitor and netizen comments/1002 people participated]

-When the strange creature came out, I thought I was going to the mountain, but I ended up climbing the mountain covered in blood/ yin****

-It's a movie with a lot to watch…and Kang Woo-jin's mesmerizing acting…it's shocking and gives me goosebumps/ tan****

-Guys, the average rating from critics is over 7. Just watch it. Bring an extra pair of panties/ cal****

-Sssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssss If you're really crazy about Kang Woo-jin?

-Sleep from the middle/ bmb****

-Ryu Jung-min takes the center stage, Ha Yu-ra is pretty, and Kang Woo-jin is an idiot/ dak****

-I understand why director Kwon Ki-taek is a master. It's a joke/ snn****

-The actors' acting is amazing! In particular, Kang Woo-jin caught my eye the most^^ The plot is solid and fun!/ dhn****

-The monster that appears from the beginning is just a sideshow. It's a movie about a group of humans. Be sure to watch it. I'll watch it again tomorrow/ tck****

-Resigned because it was boring/ dbf****

-Kang Woo-jin is an actor who continues to improve… Seriously, his acting was just crazy. I kept saying wow and admiration. I couldn't see any of the characters he had played before/ jeo****

-There is not a single acting hole, and Kang Woo-jin's acting skills exploded!! I held and released the tension alone…../ ssg****

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Even just looking at it, it had the firepower of a nuclear bomb. It quickly spreads through communities, SNS, and YouTube. Subsequently, various media outlets also joined in the late afternoon of the 20th. The winner of this 'movie war' was covered in many places other than news and radio.

It might be a fuss.

It's only been one day since I did it.

Anyway, the movies that lost to 'Island of the Missing' did not have a portrait collection.

"700,000 a day. "Is that still a possible grade?"

"Well, I don't believe it either. Let's have hope though! "There might be a twist tomorrow!"

"What twist? Did you see the ratings and public response to 'Island of the Missing'? "Do you think it will sink easily?"

"······"

"It's a crushing defeat. Huh – I can't help but crave BEP."

Moreover, there were those who strengthened their will.

"Don't lower your head! "The more this happens, the more we need to accelerate our promotion!"

"Oh, I understand!"

"It's not about beating 'Island of the Missing'! That's not the only thing people will see! There are many cases where you aim for second place but end up turning it around at the last minute! "Come to your senses!"

They say there is opportunity in crisis? Many movies targeting the peak season attempted to counterattack. This was the case for all future films that were released on the same day as 'Island of the Missing'.

However, that hope was shattered one day later, on the 21st.

1. Island of the Missing / Release date: May 19 / Number of audiences: 715,005 / Number of screens: 1159 / Cumulative number of viewers: 1,415,228

Not only was it a solo show, but 'Island of the Missing' surpassed 1.4 million viewers in just two days.

Kang Woo-jin, who is currently in Japan, is having a bit of a crisis with his concept.

'1.5 million in two days!! Wow, it turned! No, even when I was a drug dealer, I said I was truly crazy!!!'

The 'drug dealer' was also a bit tongue-in-cheek when he saw this for the first time, but now he is several times bigger. It makes me wonder if it's reality. Meanwhile, numerous people contacted him on his cell phone. The cell phone explodes.

In addition, word of mouth about 'Island of the Missing' is also spreading.

The results were announced on the morning of Saturday the 22nd, when Friday's results could be seen. Grades on the 3rd day.

1. Island of the Missing / Release date: May 19 / Number of viewers: 865,448 / Number of screens: 1159 / Cumulative number of viewers: 2,280,676

The number of viewers surpassed 700,000 and exceeded 800,000. Cumulative number of viewers exceeded 2 million in 3 days. This is the first time that 'Island of the Missing' is ranked first, and the ironclad castle of the movie 'Battle of the Sea'.

『[Movie Talk] The 3rd day score of 'Naval Battle', the #1 record of all time, was 2.1 million, and the challenger 'Island of the Missing' was 2.28 million… The tables were turned!』

It was a moment of collapse.

This time.

Late in the morning, Japan's TOP3 animation production company 'A10 Studio' was holding a big event. Clearly, the entire 'Boyfriend: Remake' team did that.

"oh-"

"Good choice."

"The effects and 3D are very neat."

"Even though the OST and sound are missing, I guess this is something to look forward to."

Dozens of people gathered in a medium-sized studio and speaking Japanese. They were executives from the 'Male Friend: Remake' team and 'A10 Studio.' And animations were being output on large and small monitors mounted in front.

Among them, the male character looks familiar. He looks very similar to Kang Woo-jin.

The reason was simple.

"All the characters are attractive. Above all, I really like the male lead character, so modeling it after Kang Woo-jin was the right answer."

What they are watching now is 'Namsachin: Remake,' an animation adapted from Korea's 'Namsachin.' Plus, it wasn't even episode 1.

It was episode 12.

In other words, the test in the last episode.

Although only the video is being output, excluding post-production dubbing, sound, and mixing, the eyes of those watching the animation were filled with anticipation. It was worth it. Korean actor Kang Woo-jin was recruited as a voice actor. This was the moment when episodes 1 to 12 of 'Boyfriend: Remake', which risked one's life and contained various challenges other than adapting the original drama, were completed.

A tremendous speed of about half a year. Running 4 teams was a godsend.

Now the OP, EP, and OST are inserted back and forth.

"Have you set a schedule for voice dubbing, sound and OST recording, etc.?"

"We are coordinating it, but the outline has been set to some extent."

"good. Ah, but what about Kang Woo-jin?"

"I received a call that I am currently in the latter stages of filming 'Familiar Gisaeng'."

"······The end is finally in sight."

Once the voices of the voice actors, including Kang Woo-jin, were added, the sortie was complete.

Meanwhile, the parking lot outside the set of 'Familiar Gisaeng'.

Among the many vans parked in a very large parking lot, two familiar figures are sitting face to face in the back seat of an angular, white van. On one side is director Kyotaro, who is full of gray hair. The expression is firm.

"······"

Sitting opposite him was author Akari Takikawa, the author of 'The Stranger.' She was looking down at some of her papers with her glasses perched on the tip of her nose. Her insides are full of letters.

-Palak.

Of course, it was given to me by Director Kyotaro. Clearly, the revised ending of 'Familiar Gisaeng'. This is the same proposal that Director Kyotaro created in just a few days. This absolutely required confirmation from writer Akari. It's hard to tell how author Akari feels as he reads it.

Neither a blank expression nor a smile.

Director Kyotaro's ending, as seen by author Akari, is after all of Kiyoshi Iyota's 'homework' has been completed.

It starts with the subway during rush hour.

The background of the ending written by director Kyotaro is very ordinary and familiar. Everyone, not just author Akari, thinks that way.

'A morning commute scene that can be seen anywhere. 'It's neither unusual nor shocking.'

It's extremely static. A huge crowd of people waiting for the subway. Office workers who are tired of going to work. Everything is the same. A black or navy suit with no expression. At first glance, it is difficult to tell who is who.

Hundreds of people pile into the subway.

And got off.

The color is black, so it looks like a large-scale movement of an army of ants. Maybe they are people who were printed in a factory. Neither of them say anything to each other.

It was natural.

They are 'strangers' and 'strangers' to each other.

The angle is at the back where hundreds of people are climbing the stairs. Among the hundreds of strangers or strangers, one person stopped and slowly turned his head back.

After finishing 'homework', I am one of the many others who return to square one and lead a normal daily life.

["······"]

It was 'Stranger' 'Kiyoshi Iyota'.

Author Akari, who had read up to this point, asked Director Kyotaro with a calm expression.

"So this ending… was suggested by Mr. Woojin?"

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