293 - Breathing 3

I Was Mistaken as a Monstrous Genius Actor - Chapter 293

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DM Productions' conference room. Bangkok, Thailand, from the mouth of bearded producer Song Man-woo, the general manager, among the main staff of 'Beneficial Evil'. Of course, it was related to overseas locations.

"It's better to hit hard rather than go vaguely."

Among the dozens of key staff members, the head of the production department nodded at producer Song Man-woo's words.

"all right. "I will contact Line PD right away."

Dozens of key staff members, including bearded producer Song Man-woo, lowered their tablets and unfolded a wad of paper of appropriate thickness. It was a bundle of paper containing overseas location materials for 'Beneficial Evil'. In fact, this isn't the first time talk of an overseas location for 'Beneficial Evil' has emerged.

It was discussed a long time ago when large-scale domestic sets were being constructed.

Therefore, there were several plans up to number 5, including Bangkok, in the stack of paper, and it included locations suitable for filming. Of course, it also included scenes to be used in overseas locations. When the production meeting based on those was getting boring, the muscular martial arts director asked producer Song Man-woo.

"Do you want to kill the car chase scene?"

Producer Song Man-woo, who was rubbing his chin, answered without difficulty.

"If the overseas location is confirmed, we have to save it. This part is important, so tell the line PD to make sure to check the local situation."

"If you're saving this, what about the explosion scene?"

"Of course I have to go."

"It's going to explode soon."

"We're going to include the shooting scene we were planning to do, so let's all prepare well by checking the storyboard we pulled out early on."

Props team, martial arts team, filming team, equipment team, special effects team, etc. Dozens of key staff members worked faster, and this time the art director asked producer Song Man-woo.

"If we do this, we will revive the setting and directing of the main character that was killed in the script. Will there be script revisions?"

"There will have to be some modifications, but it won't take too long since it was something we prepared in the beginning. Writer Choi has already started on the material part. "Only the first part is slightly added, so please pay close attention."

After finishing speaking, producer Song Man-woo turned his attention to the martial arts director.

"Since this combat technique included in an overseas location is not easy, let's check the action storyboard we wrote before and complete it as soon as possible for a briefing. "I have to go over to Woojin too."

"Okay, but does Woojin do all of these scenes himself?"

"Well, this is an area that requires coordination – I should talk to Woojin and think about a double."

Gradually, production meetings become boring. It was a 'beneficial evil' in which a lot of money would be invested, and it was a natural pre-production work to target the world with Netflix. Just looking at the overseas locations that are being mentioned, the stakes were considerable.

If you just listen to the conversations going on, it feels similar to a blockbuster movie.

Producer Song Man-woo judged that it was right to be unconventional if it was going to catch the attention of the overseas public anyway. Of course, it was an impossible picture with an ordinary mini that was filmed live.

Anyway, amidst the heated production meeting, producer Song Man-woo changed the topic.

"I think I should tell you about the filming of interviews with all the actors hosted by Netflix before I go on a preliminary field trip to overseas locations."

"I guess that's better."

"Then, considering the situation of Mr. Woojin's return, we will adjust the schedule and the order will be – After the interview with all the actors, we will complete the set and script storyboard, including preliminary overseas location visits and location hunting, and overall martial arts inspection. "It would be a good idea to also include script reading in the meantime."

"Wow, it's tight."

Several members of the key staff sighed softly at the future reminiscent of going to hell, and producer Song Man-woo brought up the topic of Kang Woo-jin again to the production manager.

"Kang Woo-jin's schedule is key, so we will keep in touch in advance and adjust the time as best as possible."

"Yes, PD. I spoke with CEO Choi Seong-geon on the phone earlier. Woojin, after taking a few days off, we can make arrangements except for the trip to LA."

"LA?"

"Y-you know? "With Miley Cara."

"iced coffee."

Soon, small exclamations poured out.

"Amazing – amazing, I never thought the actress who worked on an album with Miley Cara would come from Korea."

"If this continues, won't Kang Woo-jin become a world star before our work is launched?"

"Hahaha, then it's good for us. "You don't have to hit the head."

"But Woojin's schedule is really impossible if you look at it normally, so it's ridiculous to see how it works out."

At the same time, bearded producer Song Man-woo corrected the topic.

"Anyway, we immediately shared the information with the actors, including Woojin, who will be filming on location overseas."

Most of the 'actors' he mentioned were unknown and new.

Meanwhile, at the same time. Pearl side.

Kang Woo-jin, who had finished his phone call with Choi Seong-geon a few tens of minutes ago, was lying in his room alone in an empty house. The sweat ring on his knees and the printed short sleeves were the same. Although it is a short break of 3 days and 2 nights, Woojin seems to be trying his best to rest as he lies on his side and looks at his cell phone. There are no scripts or scenarios around him.

only.

"Aww, playing with sincerity is the best. "It's thrilling."

As the original Kang Woo-jin, he was enjoying lounging around to the fullest. Of course, there is no concept or strength. The entire Jinju was excited by his visit, but Kang Woo-jin was the only one to take it easy.

Kang Woo-jin was currently watching a YouTube video.

A video by a movie review YouTuber that has already exceeded 3 million views and has roughly 1 million subscribers. As seen in the title, the content was related to Kang Woo-jin. It was edited and uploaded only Woojin's performance in 'Island of the Missing', which overturned the history of the current Korean film industry.

Naturally, there are thousands of comments, but Kang Woo-jin is flooded with praise.

"Hehe, good."

Well, there were comments criticizing or criticizing Woojin from time to time, but Kang Woojin simply ignored them. Woojin, who had been watching self-centered YouTube videos for a while, opened a search site. This was because it reminded me of the 'leech' that had recently been cranked up.

"What is the situation-"

Woojin was already aware of the actual progress in group chat rooms, etc., but he was curious about the state of the media and public opinion. The search term is 'leech'. The results, of course, came quickly. The first thing you see are the knights.

『[Movie Talk] Will 'Leech', which has entered post-production, make a splash at this year's Cannes Film Festival?』

Perhaps because of the huge home run of 'Island of the Missing', expectations for 'Leech', scheduled for the Cannes Film Festival, were also very high. However, 'Leech' was not engaged in promotional activities.

Even if editing is completed, it will not be released in Korea right away.

Regardless of the outcome, 'Leech' was probably scheduled to be screened at the Cannes Film Festival and then released in Korean theaters on the back of its strength. In terms of date, it will probably be before the end of this year.

Whatever it is.

-Sigh.

Woojin, who was lying on his side, took down the cell phone he was looking at. And then he scratched his stomach.

"I'm hungry."

Well, it wasn't hunger or starvation. I needed to clear my mouth. Something like snacks. He then came out of the room and searched around the kitchen.

What's wrong?

There is ramen and leftover chicken stir-fry from the morning, but there is nothing to snack on. Kang Woo-jin checks the time. It's just before noon.

"······Hmm."

Woojin, who was thinking about something while standing blankly, entered the room again and took his hat and mask. The reason was simple. Because I'm thinking of going to the supermarket in the apartment complex.

"As for the clothes- well, it's probably better to leave it like this. In fact, it will be less noticeable."

Should I still change my t-shirt? Sweatshirt pants that come out at the knees are fine, but short sleeves with the printing peeled off are a bit uncomfortable to wear outside. As a result, Woojin left the house wearing only short sleeves and a hat and mask.

Kang Woo-jin got on the elevator.

Several people got on to the first floor, but they did not recognize Woojin. Well, a few people glanced at it. Woojin left the apartment and walked, dragging his slippers. The supermarket was near the entrance to the apartment. Two young-looking women pass by Woojin, who is yawning.

"Did you see the banner at the entrance?"

"Yes, Daebak! "I guess Kang Woo-jin is really in our apartment."

"Can you see it??! Do you want to continue visiting the apartment complex?"

"When I meet you, my heart will explode!"

Looking at them, Woojin asks, why is he outside at this time? Aren't you going to school? After thinking about such meaningless things, I realized that today is Saturday. But the banner? If you think about it, Choi Seong-geon's phone call earlier also had something to do with the banner.

'What kind of banner are you talking about?'

While Woojin was going to the supermarket, he decided to check the banner that the young women had seen, and the young women who passed by him started glancing behind them and whispering. A few minutes later, Kang Woo-jin arrived at the entrance of the apartment overlooking the supermarket.

"······"

As soon as I saw the banner hanging above, I stopped dead in my tracks.

'Crazy- what is that??!'

Something similar to embarrassment and shame enveloped my entire body. It was because of the banners hanging at the apartment entrance.

-'The pride of pearls! Welcome to the visit of monster actor Kang Woo-jin!!'/Jinju City Hall.

Banners with messages such as Jinju's pride and Jinju being proud are fluttering majestically. Not even one, but several. There was a phrase that roughly said 'Welcome Kang Woo-jin', and one of the banners also had a poster or face of Kang Woo-jin printed on it.

'face! 'Why did you even insert your face!'

Woojin, whose embarrassment doubled, forgot to buy snacks and turned around. What kind of fuss is that? It was at this time.

-Ugh.

Woojin's cell phone, inside his sweatpants that covered his knees, vibrated briefly. It was a message from his mom. After checking the contents, Kang Woo-jin's embarrassment increased several times.

-Oh Mani: Woojin, there are a lot of banners around the store, right? The Jinju government officials seem very happy to see you here. I saw a lot of banners when I came to the store.

-(Photo attached)

Currently, banners with Kang Woo-jin's face on them were exploding all over Jinju.

'stop! Stop running! 'I don't want it!'

A woman's voice penetrated Woojin, who was screaming inside.

"excuse me-"

I looked ahead and saw the two young women I had passed by earlier approaching me. Among them, a woman wearing glasses asked Woojin.

"Ho, aren't you Kang Woo-jin?"

"······"

Woojin, who was briefly silent, spoke up. Instead of the usual solemn tone, in a light tone that is almost frivolous.

"Isn't it??"

"···also. "Oh, I'm sorry."

also? What too? The two women nodded and turned to Kang Woo-jin. Woojin could vaguely hear their small conversation.

"Look at that, isn't it? "Why is a hugely popular actor wearing a sweatshirt that sticks out at the knees?"

"Well, compared to the picture on the banner over there, it was a bit ugly."

"It's a hundred percent because he's just a resident and came out to buy cigarettes."

"Yep. "Let's go somewhere else, somewhere else."

The girls gradually move away. Next, Kang Woo-jin, who was standing a little dazed, let out a long sigh and muttered softly.

"It was a mistake to come out."

I returned home at a brisk pace. When I returned, I heard people shouting at the empty house. It was her younger sister, Kang Hyeon-ah, who appeared from her kitchen holding a cup of water. As soon as she saw Woojin wearing a white hat that had not been seen since morning, her eyes widened.

"it's crazy! brother!! And then you left?!"

"uh."

She ran over to Woo-jin and hit him on the shoulder, and Kang Woo-jin took off Kang Hyun-ah's hat and threw her away. Kang Hyun-ah, with her long brown hair exposed, nags Woojin about her.

"No brother! Right now, my brother is treated like a hero in Jinju, so what if I leave like a defeated soldier?! "What if someone recognizes me?"

"Be quiet, dude."

"Would you like to say that to the fan club president?"

"Ah, fan club president. Okay, fan club president, go buy some snacks. "Buy what you want to eat."

Kang Hyun-ah smiled brightly at her brother, who casually handed her a card.

"Can I buy some clothes with this?"

"If those clothes are sold at the supermarket."

"Seed!"

Kang Woo-jin, who had silenced Kang Hyun-ah with his pocket money, lay down on the sofa. Kang Hyun-ah spoke to him again.

"Oppa, you don't look like Kang Woo-jin because you're doing that."

"Are you crazy?"

"There is a donation event tomorrow, can you come? 'Strong Heart' is also making a donation, so I am attending."

"Do you do that too?"

"There will be an article tomorrow! It's not just me who goes, but a lot of people from the undernourished children's center come here. "I don't know if the Jinju market will come too."

Woojin shook his head because he thought it meant well, but it was too difficult for him to attend.

"I don't think I can go."

Same day, night.

The location is an apartment-style studio. No, to be exact, it was the studio of author Nana Choi, who wrote 'Beneficial Evil'. It was late at night and she had already written the complete story, so there were no assistant writers in sight at the desk gathered in the center of the living room. The lights also went out.

However, the light is bright in the largest room. and.

"······"

Nana Choi, a slender writer wearing round glasses, is staring intently at her laptop. There were tons of papers scattered around it. It was clear that it was some kind of material, and what artist Nana Choi was staring at was a YouTube video. Two sturdy male foreigners show intense action.

Artist Nana Choi, wearing a hairband, played the same video over and over again.

"Good, this video. "It's helpful."

On her notepad next to the laptop, several circled letters stood out.

-CQC/close range comprehensive combat technology, system

It seemed like a setting to be used for 'beneficial evil'.

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