Overwhelmed (12)

 

When the name of the best actor of the year was called at the Grand Bell Awards.

“Best Actor!! Congratulations! Kang Woo-jin from ‘Leech’!!”

Kang Woo-jin, who stood up from his seat and was the focus of numerous cameras, had a very calm face. She did the same when handshakes and congratulations poured in from actors and officials around her. Woojin calmly walked onto the stage with a look of indifference on his face.

“······”

There is no spirit. My eyes were dazzling. Her ears were ringing. Her throat was dry. Adrenaline exploded. A tingling sensation spread to her hands and feet. Her heartbeat sped up. My field of vision is narrow.

However, his concept was solid.

Around this time, Kang Woo-jin, who was walking to the stage, noticed.

‘2 years – no, it’s almost the 3rd year. I came this far without knowing anything. Best actor? I still have a dull sense of reality… but it’s not difficult to stand here.’

Before I knew it, I was used to this jungle-like entertainment industry. It seems like just yesterday I was living as a small citizen who never read a script, but now I don’t feel awkward receiving rave reviews from this grand stage, gorgeous lighting, and amazing actors. I guess I got used to it. Because I’ve been through so many things.

But Woojin did not lose his original intention.

This was possible because he had a separate personality.

‘still! Ugh- I feel embarrassed because all the famous actors are staring at me. How many more years will I have to get used to this??

What can I say, for Kang Woo-jin, the major domestic film festivals were more awkward than Cannes. They are overseas world stars and global super top actors, and although they are unfamiliar faces to Woojin, here, there are actors he knows very well all over the world. Stars who were only seen  on TV or in movie theaters in the past were now giving passionate applause to Kang Woo-jin.

However, the more it happened, the harder Woojin became.

Before and even after going on stage, Kang Woo-jin’s poker face did not waver at all. Hundreds of actors who saw this were amazed.

“You’re not smiling at all, Mr. Woojin. “It was like that in Blue Dragon, right?”

“Are you not satisfied?”

“Wow, after winning the Best Actor award at Cannes for the first time, not even a 20 million movie was enough, I swept all the Best Actor awards in Korea that year??”

“They probably have a completely different mindset from us. “Woojin was in that mood when he won the Best Actor Award at Cannes.”

Because the aura of the alien in front of me was once again amazing. Even though the impossible was made possible in just two years.

“Somehow… I wonder if they are saying this is of a different level.”

“Fantasy, honestly, I don’t believe it even though I’m seeing it with my own eyes.”

“If you’re already thinking about going to Hollywood, how can a domestic trophy be in your sights?”

Because Kang Woo-jin was looking higher now.

But this was an illusion.

After receiving the trophy and bouquet, Kang Woo-jin stood in front of the standing microphone.

‘Ha-I like Nam Joo-sang, but I crave sweet things. The after-party should be just plain fun.’

Because I was full of thoughts of jumping home without looking any higher.

A few hours later.

Kang Woo-jin arrived home around midnight. As is natural after the Grand Bell Awards, the spotlight of hundreds of reporters was focused on Woojin. Huge questions and flashes. Woojin, who responded to them appropriately, returned home immediately without attending the Grand Bell Awards or the BW Entertainment after-party.

As soon as he enters the living room, he stretches out.

“Keueuuuu!!”

The concept I had been wearing all day was easily erased. Suddenly a smile spread on his face. Because I was looking at the trophies listed on the shelf in the living room. The Best Actor trophy from the Grand Bell Awards was just added, so it was quite a sight to see.

“How many are these?”

It felt like a medal. It was Kang Woo-jin who collected awards immediately after her debut, and last year there were over 8 awards, including the Best New Artist and Best Supporting Actress awards. This year, although there were fewer awards than last year, there were only main actor awards. Among these, the one that stands out the most is the trophy from the Cannes Film Festival.

Soon, Woojin crossed his arms as he looked at the trophies that had grown enormously. It’s a bonus that your smile gets deeper.

“We have conquered Korea and Cannes – is Hollywood really the only thing left?”

Woojin had already produced absurd results, but he was not yet at the top. There is always a stomach above. The world’s most prestigious award ceremonies still remain. A place where real monsters flock. Although the future cannot be guaranteed yet, it seemed like Woojin could do anything now.

“As usual, yes. “Simply.”

Kang Woo-jin, who had made a clear mark as the best actor in Korea today, muttered to himself and turned around. Then, with a leisurely hand gesture, he took something out.

“First of all, start with the first bowl.”

It was bowl noodles.

Afterwards.

Kang Woo-jin, who chose bowl noodles for a late-night snack, picked up his cell phone after pouring hot water.

“Let’s see, what do you think-”

I was curious about the current state of the media. I experienced it last year too, but isn’t the situation different this year? Naturally, the Internet was abuzz with news of the year-end + film festival.

『In the second year, he won Best Actor at Cannes, Blue Dragon, and Grand Bell Awards… a unique move achieved by Kang Woo-jin』

『[Star Photo] Kang Woo-jin, who was called ‘Best Actor’ at the ‘Grand Bell Awards’, calmly goes to the stage/ Photo』

To be exact, is it Kang Woo-jin’s solo stage?

『Last year, he swept the Rookie and Supporting Actor awards, and this year, he swept the Best Actor awards… Will Kang Woo-jin really advance to the Academy Awards next year?』

This was because Woojin created an absurd record and a legend. Exclusive male actor awards at major domestic film festivals, starting from Cannes. Plus the first results of the events in between. Since all of this was accomplished in just one year, the media was bound to go crazy.

『Kang Woo-jin, a monster actor worthy of being named ‘Korean actor of all time’, from breaking ground in ‘Korean movies of all time’ to being the first Korean actor of all time… He did not forget to drop a bombshell in his acceptance speech this year as well』

Public opinion was not much different. No matter where you look – YouTube, SNS, communities, etc. – Woojin is the main character. The moment he received the award, his simple acceptance speech, the way he leisurely walked the red carpet, and the unexpected announcement that he will not forget this year. As of now, Kang Woo-jin could become a hot topic just by breathing.

Note that.

『The end of this year is a celebration party for the ’20 million’ movies ‘Island of the Missing’ and ‘Leech’!』

This year’s film festival was dominated by ‘Island of the Missing’ and ‘Leech’, as everyone expected. The two films dominated many of the awards, including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Original Screenplay. But no one rebelled. Beyond their deserved achievements, these are two works that rewrote the history of the Korean film industry.

Of course, at the center of it all was Kang Woo-jin, who will now be entering his third year.

Meanwhile.

At a time when the entire country was excited about the end of the year or film festivals, a large film-related community was agitated by something else.

-[If making the Beast and Beauty live-action is a big deal, how do you make the Beast? LOL Is it CG??]

-[If it were Hollywood, they might catch a real beast and have him act as an actor]

-[It may just be a joke, but if the Beast and Beauty is made into a live-action film, I hope there won’t be much adaptation.]

-[I agree with the post below. If you see Disney’s live-action film being a flop, go ahead and make an adaptation.]

It was ‘The Beast and Beauty’ that was suddenly thrown at me a few days ago.

The starting point was a post by a netizen living in LA. It was a simple article that said, ‘I heard a rumor, and the Beast and the Beauty is currently being prepared for a live-action adaptation,’ but later on, this article attracted a lot of profanity. As a result of the burning for a few days, most of the posts coming up every hour are related to the live-action adaptation of ‘Beast and Beauty.’

-[Jepra…I hope the Beast and Beauty actors are a little more synchronized]

-[No, it’s not confirmed yet, it’s official. Why are they accepting it as official???]

Of course, there was a possibility that it was just nonsense or nonsense, but a netizen who said he lives in LA uploaded a proof shot, increasing credibility. It was a business card. This proves that he is working in the Hollywood film industry.

-[It has been confirmed that rumors are spreading in Hollywood]

-[Has this been said as bullshit once or twice? LOL]

The live-action adaptation of ‘Beast and Beauty’, which emerged as a very hot topic, was initially met with little success, but is now moving in a completely different direction.

-[Doing it my way, the Beast and the Beauty virtual casting plan.JPG]

A virtual casting board related to the live-action adaptation of ‘Beast and Beauty’ began circulating in the community. ‘The Beast and Beauty’ was so famous that everyone started assigning their favorite Hollywood and foreign actors to the roles. There were completely different actors, but there were also many overlapping actors.

-[I saw the virtual casting haha. I thought Miley Kara was the beautiful Bella.]

-[Seriously, Miley Kara is perfect. Jack Pettyfer looks good as a beast]

-[Natalie Theron is cheaper than Miley Kara]

-[As for the beast, there is no big problem if someone catches it, but the beautiful Bella absolutely has to be blonde]

-[The #1 anime of my memories is being made into a live-action film… My heart is filled with joy… Come out quickly…]

-[No, it’s not confirmed haha]

Who is perfect for the role of ‘Beast’ and who is perfect for the role of ‘Beautiful Bella’? Top Hollywood actors with both singing and acting skills were mentioned. Among them, Miley Cara was often seen. However, of course, no one mentioned the name of a Korean actor, not even Kang Woo-jin.

-[Can’t Asian actors join at all??]

-[LOL I guess I could appear in something like Villager 1 LOL]

Who could have predicted it? Kang Woo-jin was secretly included in the role of ‘Beast’ in ‘Beast and Beauty’. It was not at a level where predictions or guesses were possible. In the first place, although there have been supporting roles and lower-level roles in the live-action films produced so far by ‘World Disney Pictures’, there has never been an Asian actor in the lead role.

The funny thing here is.

-[Right now, there are rumors going around in the Korean film community that The Beast and Beauty will be made into a live-action film?]

-[Ehh? really??!]

-[I really like Beast and Beauty! Are the rumors of a live-action film true??!]

-[There’s no information in the Hollywood article? I think it’s just a rumor]

Rumors of a live-action adaptation of ‘Beast and Beauty’ have spread beyond Korea to Japan. Likewise, it was centered around communities and SNS. Although it is closer to a shaded area than a sunny area, ‘The Beast and the Beauty’ is popular in Japan as well. As the work is a work of art, I was immediately drawn to Aggro.

However, Korea and Japan were weak.

Hollywood. That is, the United States, including LA. Rumors were spreading in Korea and Japan. In other words, it was already causing a stir in the United States. Even the scale is naturally different. Numerous communities in the United States had already taken the rumors of a live-action adaptation of ‘Beast and Beauty’ as a given, and virtual casting was also rampant.

-Brad Depp should definitely play the role of the Beast, and Miley Cara should play the role of Belle. It has to be two or two.

Of course, Korean actors were not mentioned at all.

December 21st, early morning.

A man wearing long padding and a hat pulled down entered a movie theater in Seoul. He even wore a mask. All colors are unified in black. A man who had just gotten off the elevator checked the time on his cell phone.

-Sigh.

I looked around the movie theater lobby. Even though it was a weekday morning, there were quite a few people. There are only a few dozen people visible in the lobby. People chewing popcorn or watching commercials on large  TVs.

“Wow, this is my first time seeing a Japanese movie.”

“But doesn’t this movie feel like it’s not a Japanese movie? “Is it because of Kang Woo-jin?”

“Kang Woo-jin will act in Japanese, right?”

“Of course you crazy guy, even in the trailer he speaks clearly in Japanese.”

“It’s so fucking unique. Gaejiri is when a Korean actor appears as the lead in a Japanese movie.”

While waiting for the movie to watch soon, we were all busy expressing our feelings.

“I heard this has over 20 million views in Japan?”

“Hmm, is it 23 million?”

“You’re crazy. The Japanese kids gave me good reviews, and I think I got a lot of criticism at first – but in the end, they just chewed me out.”

“Oppa, did you see what Kang Woo-jin said yesterday after winning the Namjoo Award?”

“I think I saw it in an article.”

“Ha-I want to see Kang Woo-jin make a Hollywood movie soon.”

Meanwhile, a few people glanced at the man dressed in black and wearing long padding, but they didn’t pay much attention to it. He said that, like him, there were people who came alone, and it was common for people to wear masks because it was the height of winter.

Several dozen minutes passed like that.

The title of the movie to be entered appeared on the monitor leading to the theater.

-‘The Strange Sacrifice of a Stranger’/ Hall 7.

It was a JoJo movie, and it was the first screening of ‘The Stranger.’ It was natural. Today, the 21st, is the first day that ‘Unfamiliar Parasite’ is officially released in Korea. Around this time, a man wearing a long black padding entered the theater alone. When he saw the hundreds of audience seats, he let out a small exclamation.

“oh-”

Even though it was early morning, more than half of the audience seats were full. A little surprised, he quickly found his place. The last digit before the middle. As soon as the man sat down, advertisements began to appear on the large screen. This means that ‘Unfamiliar Gisaeng’ is about to be screened in Korea.

That moment.

-Ugh.

The cell phone inside the man’s long padding rang. The man took out his cell phone and checked it, intending to change it to silent mode. What arrived was Tok.

-Representative: Woojin, are you resting well? I’m thinking of going to sleep, so I’m leaving a message for now. I just received a confirmation call from Columbia Studios.

-CEO: The audition/screen test is on January 25th, and I think we can leave around the 20th.

The opponent was CEO Seong-gun Choi.

-CEO: And I also received an email from Disney. Candidate actors for ‘The Beast and Beauty’ have been confirmed.