Joker (8)

 

Kang Woo-jin appeared and stood next to Choi Seong-gun. Of course, the eyes of director Anga Bok, producer Nora Foster, and foreign key staff were fixed on him. However, there was no change in Woojin’s expression and he spat out his cynical voice again. Kang Woo-jin’s eyes were focused on Nora.

“It may be seen as a spoiler, but it doesn’t show everything about ‘Joker.’ Of course, if it’s directed incorrectly, expectations may die down, but I don’t think that will happen. “As the stage is a stage, I think expectations will only increase.”

“······”

Nora, who was looking at Kang Woo-jin calmly, opened the door with a strong impression.

“But Woojin, if you do something, there are always consequences. If there is a high or low possibility of failure, there is no reason to deviate from the average. “If you don’t do anything, nothing happens.”

In other words, there was no need to scratch and create crumbs.

“If Woojin wins the ‘Emmy Awards’ for ‘Joker,’ it will definitely be a big issue, but after that, it’s difficult to predict. As a producer, it’s the opposite.”

Nora expresses strong opinions. However, Kang Woo-jin did not back down either.

‘It’s coming out so strong? To be honest, I told them not to do it if they objected, but when it came out like that, something was wrong. If we argue, it will happen again.’

Kang Woo-jin answered from the perspective of an audience member who lived most of his life, not as an actor.

“It’s not wrong. However, ‘Cierrot: Birth of a Villain’ is kept too secret. ‘Cinematic Universe’ was announced, but there is no information, and ‘Clierrot: Birth of a Villain’ is also said to be a prologue, but beyond the title and actor, there is nowhere to be found.”

“······”

“Nora. “The reason ‘Beast and Beauty’ became a bigger topic than ‘Cierrot: Birth of a Villain’ was because there was information for the public to imagine.”

Director Gabok Ang nodded slowly and Woojin continued.

“To put it simply, there are a lot of topics to talk about, but there are not many about ‘Cierrot: Birth of a Villain.’”

As soon as I opened the door, it was Kang Woo-jin who came out with a charm. In fact, at first it was all just fun. While speaking, Woojin was praising himself. That’s amazing, Kang Woo-jin.

Director Anga Bok, who had been listening the whole time, joined in.

“Hide it and do that is old-fashioned. “I think it’s appropriate since it’s just the costume and hair, not the makeup, and it’s not a spoiler, it’s just rice cakes.”

Nora let out a small sigh, her energy dropping slightly.

“······This is not a matter to be taken lightly. The decision here is even more difficult. “This is only possible if the film company itself gives permission.”

Director Gabok Ang opened his mouth again.

“I know that, so why not talk to the film company? “Whether Columbia rejects it or allows it, that’s neat.”

“Huh… okay.”

“But even high-ranking people in the film industry will predict this promotional power.”

“well. I don’t think I’ll take the gamble since I’ve risked my life on the ‘Cinematic Universe’. Anyway, this is impossible without ‘Columbia Studios’ permission.”

After muttering, Nora took out her cell phone and left her seat for a moment. Director Ga-bok Ahn, who was watching this, turned his head to Woo-jin Kang.

“Are you trying to promote the core content of ‘Clierrot: Birth of a Villain’ along with the ‘Joker’ costume at the ‘Emmy Awards’? The appearance of ‘Henry Gordon’ and ‘Joker’. “That’s what you want to show off as a teaser yourself.”

“······”

Kang Woo-jin, who was completely silent, was filled with question marks.

‘What is the main content? ‘What are you talking about, you old man?’

At this time, Nora, who was on the phone, came back.

“The film company wants to have a meeting tomorrow morning. The director should also attend.”

Soon, she made eye contact with Kang Woo-jin.

“I don’t know how long it will take, but I will contact you when a conclusion is reached.”

New York the next day.

A fairly large recording set inside a major broadcasting company building. On the stage where many foreign staff and cameras were focused, there was a desk and a single-person sofa. On the sofa, Kang Woo-jin was seen, dressed in a suit, with his legs crossed and an indifferent face.

The reason he was here was simple.

In the past, he appeared on ‘The Jamie Show’, which was number one among the top three talk shows in the United States, and today he is recording another talk show program that is as popular as ‘The Jamie Show’. The name is ‘Tonight Show’. This talk show also boasts a long history and high viewer ratings.

In fact, the ‘Tonight Show’ wasn’t the only casting call for Woojin.

Love calls are coming in from every talk show in America. Because Kang Woo-jin is the hottest man in Hollywood. However, due to Woojin’s busy filming schedule, he was unable to respond to all casting calls, and only those programs that fit the schedule were appearing.

‘The Tonight Show’ also has a similar format to the ‘Jamie Show’, but there is a corner in the middle where entertainment games are played.

Whatever it is, the recording of Kang Woo-jin in a suit has already been over 30 minutes. Generally feels like an interview. The other person was a bespectacled MC who was famous throughout America.

“Haha, I see. So, let’s stop talking about ‘Beast and Beauty’ and then let’s talk about ‘Primetime Emmy Awards’?”

“yes.”

“Huh? Are you feeling a bit bored? “How serious is your expression?”

Oh, honestly, it’s a bit like that. It was Kang Woo-jin who nodded inwardly.

‘It was the same with ‘Jamie Show’, but this one was just as boring. After all, talk shows aren’t for me.’

On the outside, he was calm and resolute. Coolness is a bonus.

“That’s how I usually am.”

“Hmm, if it’s not fun, please tell me and I’ll stop right away.”

“yes. “It’s not fun.”

Kang Woo-jin quickly got up from the sofa. The slightly embarrassed bespectacled MC urgently grabbed Woojin with a hook.

“Now, wait a minute! Right away like this??!”

Woojin sat down on the sofa again with an indifferent expression on his excited English.

“It’s a joke.”

“······Why are you joking so seriously?”

“I’m like that about everything.”

The production crew, who were a bit upset, breathed a sigh of relief, and the MC wearing glasses also asked a question with a helpless smile.

“I was surprised, you have an unexpected appearance. First of all, I should congratulate you. Congratulations on being nominated for the ‘Emmy Award’ for Best Actor.”

“thank you.”

“‘Beneficial Evil’ was also nominated for 10 Emmy Awards, right? great.”

“······”

“Won the Best Actor Award at Cannes. I heard that it swept the Korean film festivals too. And then the ‘Emmy Award’ for Best Actor. No matter how you look at it, it’s something that can never be achieved in just three years – it’s truly a movie of life.”

For a moment, the MC looked at the camera and recited issues related to the ‘Emmy Awards’, the crazy actions of ‘Beneficial Evil’. Then he focused his gaze on Kang Woo-jin again.

“Do you know the other nominees for the ‘Emmy Award’ for Best Actor in a Drama?”

Of course Woojin knew. As soon as I heard he was nominated for Best Actor, I immediately checked it.

‘I only knew his face, but people around me were in an uproar. The competing candidates are crazy Hollywood actors.’

Woojin, who recalled the past for a moment, silently nodded.

“Yes, of course.”

“How do you view them?”

“I think they are amazing people.”

“That’s right, they are world-famous actors, whether in movies or dramas. Everyone has over 10 to 15 years of experience. Among them, only Woojin has been there for three years.”

The bespectacled MC continued to emphasize the three years, as if it was surprising that Kang Woo-jin’s career spanned only three years. Then he changed the subject and asked something else.

“I haven’t even started yet, but I want to ask you honestly. What is the result of the Emmy Award for Best Actor? Do you think you can win against other candidates?”

“······”

It may be a very sensitive question, but famous American talk shows were famous for asking these questions without much thought. You can either be witty or take it seriously. Kang Woo-jin, who has a strong sense of concept, thought about it for a while. Of course, inside.

‘This glasses-wearing lady, are you looking for some stimulation? Hmm – I’m just saying that I don’t know if it’s okay or okay. Doesn’t that look a little weak?’

Woojin already had a strong image of an arrogant monster actor in Hollywood. It’s also ‘Nopaku’ and ‘Fuck My Way’. In other words, the concept is spreading in Hollywood and around the world. So he had to come up with an interesting answer.

‘It’s about maintaining a reasonable weight while also mixing in your aspirations. Is it worth a try? Go straight whether it’s porridge or rice? ‘Is there anything you can say in a more concise and simple way?’

I wanted calm charisma. If I thought about it for a long time, I might come up with a good answer, but I didn’t have that much time. Woojin, who was racking his brain, decided on something that came to mind. There was also a bit of annoyance.

-Sigh.

Kang Woo-jin, who changed the direction of his braided legs, answered the MC in a low tone of English.

“I have no intention of looking around.”

Okay, at this level, I also included things like aspirations and greed. At the same time, it also implied that I would focus only on myself. The silent Kang Woo-jin was satisfied.

‘I answered in a bit of a hurry, but it seems pretty good?’

About two hours later.

The recording of ‘Tonight Show’ has ended. After saying hello to the MC and foreign production crew, Kang Woo-jin left the recording studio. Then, an MC wearing glasses went to the place where the production crew gathered and chanted. The gaze was towards the door where Woojin had just left.

“I heard about that actor through rumors, but he has a lot of arrogance and force at the same time.”

“Iknow, right. I was surprised that there was more room than I expected. “If it’s to that extent, it’s going to turn Hollywood upside down.”

“Do you think I’m a little overconfident though?”

The MC with his arms crossed recalled one of Kang Woo-jin’s answers.

“Hmm, ‘I don’t plan on looking around’ means-”

Kang Woo-jin spit out a completely different meaning from his sincerity.

“So you’re saying you don’t care about the other nominated actors at all?”

A few days later, on the morning of the 28th, Kang Woo-jin’s LA home.

Kang Woo-jin woke up from the bed in the second floor room. His hair was scattered and he yawned with an innocent look. Check the time back.

“Today’s standby for ‘Clierrot: Birth of a Villain’ was around lunch time? “There’s a YouTube shoot in the morning.”

Woojin, who was recalling today’s schedule, got up from bed. Kang Woo-jin, who shows off his innocence without any concept.

“Ugh!!”

Soon, Woojin went down to the first floor kitchen, leisurely made coffee, and walked towards the living room sofa. Woojin closed the curtains on the wide window and took a sip of the coffee he was holding in one hand. At the same time, he felt that he looked unfamiliar.

“It’s so awkward, it’s already been three weeks-”

Kang Woo-jin, who had been admiring the scenery of LA outside the window for a while, sat down on a nearby sofa. He then took out his cell phone from his pocket. He wanted to check this and that before going to work.

-Sigh.

The first thing I saw was the accumulated contacts. He started with DM, checked messages and emails, and then entered Talk. Talks also piled up.

Among them.

“see-”

The first thing I touched was Choi Seong-gun, whom I would meet soon. A total of 3 taps. For some reason, a link to the article was included in the content. Kang Woo-jin clicks the article right away. What was displayed on the screen was an article from a famous Hollywood media outlet.

at the same time.

“This is crazy.”

He narrowed his eyebrows. The reason was simple.

『LA TIME/‘Tonight Show’ appearance Kang Woo-jin declares, “I’m not even considering other ‘Emmy Award’ nominees”』

-[Kang Woo-jin appeared as a guest on ‘The Tonight Show’. He, who is currently the hottest man in Hollywood, expressed that he had no interest in other Emmy Award-nominated actors when asked a question that included the ‘Emmy Award’…]

Kang Woo-jin, who was reading the article, recited sincerely. There was a mixture of absurdity.

“Ah, how bitter is this?”

This moment.

-Uuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu.

The cell phone in my hand let out a long vibration. It was a phone call. The person displayed on the cell phone screen was director Anga Bok. It was quite early, so Woojin tilted his head and cleared his throat. There was some excitement, but it had to be calmed down. Then he put his cell phone to his ear and opened his mouth. A voice in a low tone came out.

“Yes, director.”

Director Ga-bok Ang answered with a smile on his phone.

“I saw the article, they did it again.”

“···Not really.”

“Hehe, the reporters here will like you. They create issues like this every other day.

”······“

Woojin was silent both externally and internally. In the meantime, director Ang Bok changed the subject.

“Columbia Studios just made a decision about your Emmys costume.”

No, it was some kind of confirmation.

“We’ll see ‘Joker’ walk the ‘Emmys’ red carpet.”