263 - Shark 4

Shark 4

A male participant with a very contrasting image to Kang Woo-jin. That alone caught the eye of producer Song Man-woo.

'If Woojin is gray, he is white. No, maybe beige.'

If I were to be specific, Kang Woo-jin is dark and that participant is bright. If the two were standing together, the contrast would stand out. There was also a difference in appearance. Woojin has dark features and black hair. Producer Song Man-woo's interest fluctuates rapidly.

What's unique here is.

'It's strange.'

Clearly, even though he was in contrast to Kang Woo-jin, that participant had a subtle resemblance to Woo-jin. Is it because we are roughly the same age? Naturally, producer Song Man-woo fixed his gaze on his profile, and at the same time, the first man in front opened his mouth. The voice itself was soft but lacked confidence.

"Oh, hello. "This is Jo Moo-chan."

Jo Moo-chan. Why is my voice weak? To put it in a good way, it shows delicacy, but in a bad way, it is a meaty soup.

But for now.

'If you just look at my appearance – I think I'd be first among the kids who auditioned today.'

Just looking at her handsome appearance, many entertainment companies could have rushed to her. Anyway, producer Song Man-woo, who exchanged friendly greetings with Jo Moo-chan, looked through his profile.

"hmm-"

Age 25.

'her? 'You don't have an agency?'

It was unexpected. Of course, it was producer Song Man-woo, who I thought would have an agency. Jo Moo-chan's profile was a little different from the typical profile of an aspiring actor. Usually, aspirants even write down what they have sent on their profile. However, there is nothing like that in Jo Moo-chan's profile and there are many blank spaces. He didn't go to college and hasn't appeared in any films of note.

Just one thing.

"······Are you a member of the specialist bureau teacher's theater troupe?"

He also belonged to a famous theater company in the entertainment industry. Cho Moo-chan, who received the question, answered slightly hesitantly.

"yes?? Ah – yes. W, I'm working hard."

A professional country famous for being a senior national actor. There is no citizen of the Republic of Korea who does not know him. He was much older than the great actor Shin Shim-ho, and was number one in terms of influence among the veteran actors in existence. The theater company he ran was quite famous. There were a lot of top actors from theater companies, and the directors' eyes changed when they said that the theater company was behind them.

Current producer Song Man-woo was also like that.

"When did you start going to the theater company?"

"From when I was 20 until now when I went to the military."

"How did you join? "I heard that joining a theater company here is the worst."

It was true. why? It is only possible to join if you are selected by a country that specializes in veteran actors.

"Well, my life was a bit difficult, so I didn't go to college and started working. I liked acting, so I joined an acting club. When there was a free performance, the teacher from the professional department asked me to come in…"

Producer Song Man-woo swept his beard.

'They say it was heavenly luck. Anyway, you've been in a theater company for 5-6 years? Anyway, I heard that the troupe has about 20 people at most.'

Producer Song Man-woo, with his arms folded, looked at Jo Moo-chan, full of coolness, in front of him. On the other hand, Jo Moo-chan quickly avoided PD Song Man-woo's gaze. It felt like I had low self-esteem. It is appropriate to say that it is weak.

This too was completely different from Kang Woo-jin.

Nevertheless, Jo Moo-chan caught the eye of the veteran actor bureau and was a junior like Tae-san. No, there are extremes.

'······In other words, that guy is the direct student of Jeonjeongguk's teacher-'

Even the specialized bureau that values ​​its reputation sent Jo Moo-chan to this audition.

'The verification has already been completed.'

It was said that he was confident. There must be a reason why he gave the child he was carrying into the world. Then, producer Song Man-woo, who nodded slowly, asked Jo Moo-chan again, who was avoiding his gaze and looking into space.

"You could have stayed in the theater company and advanced through contact, but why did you choose to audition with us?"

Jo Moo-chan, who was pursing his lips, muttered softly.

"Because Kang Woo-jin is my idol."

"Jo Moo-chan has more experience in activities, right?"

"The professional teacher said that experience was meaningless, and… I just think Kang Woo-jin is cool!"

The weak Jo Moo-chan suddenly added strength to his voice. This means that it is not a lie. He truly regarded Kang Woo-jin as his idol. Producer Song Man-woo asked this question.

"If that's the case, why didn't you try it in other works? "Woojin's works are more than just one."

"Sir, the teacher said I wasn't ready yet."

"Is it okay now?"

"I don't know either."

"okay."

Producer Song Man-woo, with his arms crossed and his beard, pointed at Jo Moo-chan with his index finger.

"Let's see the acting."

"······Yes, yep!"

He, who received the most questions at today's audition, spoke in a hushed voice.

"The role I prepared is 'Yoo Ji-hyung' from 'Profiler Hanryang.'"

Jo Moo-chan has been preparing for the role of the male lead, Yoo Ji-hyung, played by Ryu Jeong-min, not Assistant Manager Park. That kid went out of his way to bring in a person who is hostile to Assistant Manager Park.

'······Is this the teacher's strategy?'

Perhaps the veteran actor Jeon Jeon-guk was well aware that Jo Moo-chan had the opposite image of Kang Woo-jin. Therefore, producer Song Man-woo guessed that the prepared acting was antagonistic to the role Woo-jin played.

This moment.

-Suuuuu.

Jo Moo-chan's body, which had been mumbling, lost all strength. It's mushy. However, the weak expression changed 180 degrees. The air around me changed. He had entered into 'maintenance type'.

Although it is small, it is a psychotic laugh.

The lack of self-esteem from before is gone. Jo Moo-chan begins to present a new interpretation of 'Yoo Ji-hyung' without hesitation. Movements are flexible and eyes are free.

For a moment, producer Song Man-woo smiles a little.

'indeed.'

Because I completely understood why Jo Moo-chan caught the eye of a gang of strong, veteran actors.

'This guy is also a genius.'

And it was a knife.

'A sword well forged by a professional teacher.'

The target to be wielded was clear.

Same time.

As the audition for 'Beneficial Evil' was nearing its end, Kang Woo-jin had returned to the set of 'Leech' in Jeonju. Because 'Leech' had no time to rest.

"Hey – action."

Still, in the morning, he received huge congratulations from over 100 staff members, including director Ga-bok Ang, and received enthusiastic applause from actors other than Shim Oh-na and Oh Hee-ryeong. Although most of them were in attendance at Baeksang, they did not spare any congratulations to Kang Woo-jin.

Of course, Woojin's surroundings were the same.

On the night of Baeksang's death, I received a flood of calls from my family, and congratulations were pouring in from not only my best friends but also my actor acquaintances. Woojin's fan club, 'Strong Heart', also posted congratulatory advertisements on fan cafes and various SNS.

Baeksang's first Rookie of the Year Award and Supporting Actor Award at the same time. It was a worthy result and a fruitful outcome.

However, Kang Woo-jin, who has a strong sense of concept, did not have much time to enjoy it. He immediately got busy performing as Park Ha-seong in 'Leech'. The thrill didn't last long. It was fate for Kang Woo-jin, a 'monster actor'.

But on the contrary, the world was not like that.

『'Baeksang Arts Awards' ends, Kang Woo-jin wins simultaneous award'

『[Film Festival] Another accident! Kang Woo-jin, who swept all 8 awards last year, sets a new record this time with Rookie of the Year Award and Supporting Actor Award』

From the moment the Baeksang Awards Ceremony ended last night, it shook like thunder. Public opinion, the media, various media, and offline.

It even appeared on the news.

"In addition to advancing into Japan, actor Kang Woo-jin, who created the 'Kimjaban Makguksu' cup ramen craze, received both the Rookie Award and the Supporting Actor Award at the Baeksang Awards. It was a first time. "This is Kim Ye-sol's reporter."

Originally, his work at Baeksang and Blue Dragon tended to appear in the news, but the troubles of Kang Woo-jin, who had many issues on his back, were a topic that it would be a shame for the news side to just ignore.

Well, even if the media didn't watch it, it was a video.

『[Photo] Kang Woo-jin's 'Twin Tag Peaks', the first Baeksang winner to win simultaneously / Photo』

『Kang Woo-jin collects unique records in his second year, not only is there a shortage of cup ramen, but he also wins a supporting actor award』

They were busy spreading provocative news along with Kang Woo-jin's comment on Baeksang. Naturally, the articles were plastered on various portal sites. Even now, sales of 'Kimjaban Makguksu' cup ramen are steadily increasing due to the shortage.

As the public continues to open the door, what media company can stand still as juicy news has been added?

『Although he rewrote history by receiving an unprecedented simultaneous award… Kang Woo-jin was dumbfounded and when asked if he expected it, he answered, "I didn't know, it's not important."

This trend shined even brighter in public opinion. Blogs, cafes, SNS, communities, YouTube, etc. There is no place where Kang Woo-jin does not receive simultaneous awards. In particular, YouTube and SNS were polarized. In addition to the official Baeksang video, edited version, and Kang Woo-jin's separately cut video, there are many others.

Most of the public is enthusiastic.

-Seriously, Kang Woo-jin is amazing. He is truly changing the history of the Korean entertainment industry by himself.

-My actor Kang Woo-jin is the best!!! Congratulations on winning the Rookie Award and Supporting Actor Award simultaneously!

-ㅁㅊ I got tired of Kang Woo-jin's acceptance speech.

-Congratulations!! i love you!!!

-ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ Seriously, I got a little goosebumps when Kang Woo-jin was called the Best Supporting Actor awardㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ

-I always support Kang Woo-jin, who walks confidently on his own without any so-called connections.

-The public's reaction to Kang Woo-jin's concurrent award was somewhat mixed, but I think he deserved it! Honestly, where is the actor who has as much buzz as Kang Woo-jin right now?

-His double-take was the best acceptance speech ever.

-When he declared war during Blue Dragon that he would win the Best Actor award next year…is he a bit crazy? I thought… but since he even won a supporting actor award in his second year, I think it's possible.

-amazing! There will probably never again be an actor like Kang Woo-jin in the history of the Korean entertainment industry. It's still only his second year.

Well, most of them were like this. However, there were also a lot of negative views.

『Kang Woo-jin, the first Baeksang player to make a mark, but his finish was unsatisfying… Netizens say, "He's overly arrogant."

A gathering of actors who witnessed Woojin's concurrent win at the Baeksang Awards.

"I know you're good at acting, but isn't it a bit strange to receive a supporting actor award in your second year?"

"I agree with that too. No matter how much the world is changing, there were several outstanding seniors, but the supporting actor award was handed over to a pale guy. "And that too as a simultaneous award."

"Yes, when she won 8 awards last year, I understood because the tension was crazy. "This one isn't very good."

"Baeksang is crazy about the viewership ratings."

It was similar among industry officials such as production companies, entertainment, and broadcasting stations.

"I received it 100% as an issue."

"Y-Still, the Assistant Manager Park that Kang Woo-jin saw during Hanryang is worthy of recognition."

"Who said anything? Still, there is tradition and industry rules, so why give a supporting actor award to a rookie in his second year?"

"You're an old man, you're an old man."

"What??"

"It's proof that the market is changing. "Senior, if it stays like that, will it rot?"

So did the public. Most people acknowledge Kang Woo-jin's skills, but a few take Woo-jin's issues as prey.

– Hahahahaha yes, it was a supporting actor award I received with kickbacks.

– Honestly, I admit it haha. No, no matter how many mid-level actors there are in Korea, the reason they give the supporting actor award to Kang Woo-jin is Eva Jjang haha.

-↑ ​​ㅂㅅ guys hahahaha you guys have to make a fuss here and Kang Woo-jin will fly up into the sky.

-Kang Woo-jin sucks. No matter how tired he is, why is he already winning a supporting actor award? LOL Baeksang needs to investigate internally LOL.

Anywhere, anywhere.

-Aww, you idiots haha. You've been banging on the keyboard for a thousand days hahaha. While you're sleeping, you look back on your life and shed tears.

Professional discomforters existed. It has always been there on the path that Kang Woo-jin has walked. It was just that there was no particular blow to Woojin, and Kang Woojin did not counterattack in the same way but responded with skill and results.

Aren't you still ignoring everything and focusing only on acting?

I don't know if it would have hurt a normal actor, but it couldn't have caused any scratches to Kang Woo-jin, who has a separate personality. Whatever it was, the volcano that erupted in Korea lasted until late at night, and the lights on the set of 'Leech' in Jeonju were also the same. Even though it was a very dark night, filming continued.

"Cut, Jaejun, let's go again. "I was so bored just now."

"sorry."

Not all of the hundred or so staff members were fully deployed. We were divided into three teams and took turns. So did the actors. Because the filming storyboard was planned that way. However, only director Gabok Ang was full-time. Even if I carve out time to sleep, my schedule is tight.

The next morning, a day later.

"Woojin, you can take a break and then go to the next scene."

"all right."

Kang Woo-jin, who had just received the OK sign and returned to the waiting tent, let out a small sigh.

"after-"

The actor was currently alone in the tent, but he did not solve the concept.

'It's a bit tough?? No, it's very tight.'

Because you can't let down your guard. Anyway, the actors for today's first shoot were Kang Woo-jin and Oh Hee-ryeong, and when she and her touch the baton, it's Kang Woo-jin's turn. Then two shots. Afterwards, Jin Jae-jun was put in. It's a hectic scene. In particular, 'Leech' was even tighter because it had a time attack.

Thanks to this, everyone from the staff to the actors and their team began to sing loudly.

Except for one person, Kang Woo-jin.

Only Woo Jin was alive at this scene. Isn't the reason simple?

'I guess I should get some rest in this space. Before the actual filming begins.'

Because there is a space for fraudulent items. Kang Woo-jin slightly bends his neck to the left and right before entering such a subspace. Then suddenly a thought occurred to me. No, it was probably something I felt since filming 'Unfamiliar Parasite'.

'What can I say these days, acting has become easier? Has it gotten easier? 'It's a feeling.'

Unlike in the past, acting was light. It was a little different from repeating reading (experience) and acting to make the acting more vivid or easier. Should we literally say that it is a change in Kang Woo-jin's body itself?

The burden of acting has completely disappeared.

It feels like my form has improved and my skills have improved.

Well, of course, it could be Kang Woo-jin's illusion. It could just be that my thinking became more flexible while maintaining various acting and concepts. Woojin slightly ignored it.

-Poof!

To restore health, I stabbed the black square that appeared next to the scenario nearby.

Suddenly, Kang Woo-jin's world turned black.

It was a subspace that I visited 10 times more often than my home. Kang Woo-jin is so comfortable that he yawns as soon as he enters the subspace. Stretching is as long as the world. Of course, the concept was also stripped away.

"Aww!!! Good, good. "Aspace is the best."

It was then.

["We have detected that the unique ability has increased beyond the basic spec."]

As soon as Kang Woo-jin entered the subspace, a robotic-like female voice suddenly rang out.

["Unlocks the freedom of casting."]

At first glance, it sounded like it could break the framework of a set scenario or script.

"'Freedom of role??' "Suddenly what??"

It was the smell of an upgrade.

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