A Genius Writer Loved by an Actress 52
A project office for the ＜Right Arm Co., Ltd.＞ was created in the 1705 arccentum officetel. It was a measure taken so that working-level staff who were not affiliated with Forest could come in and out with ease.
Before filming began, the working group gathered to discuss the things to take care of in the pre-production stage and the problems that are piling up.
Most of them were people I worked with at Barcomo, but there were also new people like producer PD Cha Min-won and casting manager Kang Shin-ok.
“Half of your budget is invested in Ping Pong Plus?”
Producer Cha Min-won was surprised and asked. As he is responsible for all expenses at the beginning and end of the drama, there was no such good news.
“yes. Probably 16 billion won within this week at the earliest. This is all thanks to our writer Yoon. hahaha. Director Ping Pong was impressed with Barcomo and made an investment decision.”
Whether you like it knowing that my next project went to Ping Pong Plus, or whether you like it without knowing it,
Director Jang Hyuk-soo was always single.
“Cha PD-nim, please make a budget plan by episode 8 and report it by next week.”
Jang Hyuk-soo gave instructions to Cha Min-won, barely curling up the corners of his lips that continued to rise.
“all right. The wording in the script is so clear that it is not difficult.”
PD Cha looked at me and raised his thumb, and I nodded with a smile.
That’s how the budget issue was resolved, and now we moved on to the more important casting issue.
“As for the investment issue, I am able to breathe more, so I move on to casting. Director Oh Sang-shik will tell you this.”
“yes. Then, we will organize the confirmed casting first.”
When Jang Hyuk-soo sat down, Oh Sang-sik stood up. And right to the point.
“Kam Woo-hyuk as the male lead ‘Gil Byung-soo’ and Min Yu-ri as the female ‘Han Ji-hyun’ have been confirmed. And the role of ‘Jung Joo-hak’ is…”
Oh Sang-sik paused for a moment and looked at me.
– It’s Lee Dong-min, right?’
I asked with my eyes,
I nod my head
-Yes, Lee Dong-min answered, “That’s right.”
When our gaze ended, Sangsik Oh opened his mouth without hesitation.
“I decided to become an actor Lee Dong-min.”
“Yes?”
“Are you an actor Lee Dong-min?”
“Lee Dong-min from idol?”
“Did you come out in the summer of last year when you were 21?”
People were excited. Among them, Kang Shin-ok, the casting manager’s reaction, was the fastest.
“But… Actor Lee Dong-min has never played a villain, and his image perceived by people is closer to that of the Little Prince. On the other hand, ‘Jung Joo-hak’ is almost like a monster whose body and mind are twisted like the Hunchback of Notre Dame. Even the face appears normal at first, but later on, it will be dressed up in a bizarre way. Will Lee Dong-min really get along with ‘Jeong Ju-hak’?”
A question that must be asked, of course.
If you think of the last appearance of Lee Dong-min you saw on TV, it was almost impossible to match the two.
It was the timing I had to step up to protect Lee Dong-min.
“I think it’s even more Lee Dong-min because of that perspective. Everyone will be shocked by Lee Dong-min’s radical transformation. And that impact will turn into interest in the work.”
Still, he shook his head as if it was not Kang Shin-ok.
“…even though it looks like it, can it express the multifaceted nature of Jeong Joo-hak?”
Questions about acting.
“I can do enough. You have the experience of going down to the depths of the dark inside. Using that experience, he will surely express the evil nature of ‘Jung Ju-hak’ well.”
The fact that the expected audience ratings jumped as Lee Dong-min means that he undoubtedly shows good acting. There was no hesitation about Lee Dong-min’s acting.
Still, Kang Shin-ok tilted his head as if it wasn’t the case.
“There are many actors who would fit well in terms of image, but I don’t know who Lee Dong-min is.”
I’m about to open my mouth to convince him once more,
Suddenly, director Oh Sang-shik intervened.
“I am also actor Lee Dong-min, Chansung. I have no doubt that opal will be a powerful secret weapon.”
Thankfully he was by my side.
“Actor Lee Dong-min is now ready to lay down everything he has. I guarantee that. Also, as the writer said, if Lee Dong-min takes on ‘Jeong Ju-hak’, it will be a big topic. It would be perfect if we could keep it hidden until episode 7.”
“you’re right. It’s completely closed until episode 7.”
This time I hit the ball.
Even though the writer and director are this good, any further opposition is unreasonable.
“yes. Then I will trust the writer and director and know that Lee Dong-min will take on the role of ‘Jung Joo-hak’.”
In the end, Kang Shin-ok gave up his opinion, and ‘Jeong Ju-hak’ was selected as Lee Dong-min.
With this, the three lead roles have been confirmed.
Now it was the turn of the main supporting role. In particular, two key figures in Opal.
‘Park Sul-hae’, the head of the Five Mountain Gods who calls himself the devil’s agent.
Rosemary Cafe employee ‘Lee Eun-ju’ plays a decisive role in transforming Jung Ju-hak into a demon.
Although the volume was small, it was definitely an impactful role.
“Let’s discuss the role of ‘Lee Eun-joo’ first, shall we? You will know this role without me having to tell you. How important… Who would you like?”
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Kang Shin-ok, the casting manager, flashed his eyes this time, as if asking him to name an actor he could understand.
“It would be nice if it was an attractive and unknown mask… and it shouldn’t be too young…”
When director Oh Sang-sik recited the condition of ‘Lee Eun-joo’ as if he was talking to himself while looking into the air,
“I agree.”
“you’re right.”
Everyone nodded and readily agreed.
And each of them began to think of actresses who met the conditions in their heads. However, the rising actresses did not meet the condition that they should be fresh because their faces are known. Also, the newcomers are too young.
Casting for ‘Lee Eun-joo’ also didn’t seem like it would be easy.
“Who would be better?”
“I do not know. It must be difficult.”
“Should we even hold an audition?”
However, while exchanging opinions, director Oh Sang-sik’s expression caught my eye was unusual. The message ‘I already found it’ was written on his face.
There was an actress who clearly liked being calm without much fuss.
“Are there any actors you are thinking of, director?”
“Mmmmmmmmmmm.”
Instead of answering, Oh Sang-sik drank the orange juice in front of him.
Then, he began to utter long-winded words. What kind of introduction is this long? enough to want
“That… that’s it. In my opinion, this role is really important. Well, as you can see, this person who is Jung Joo-Hak’s lover in the heart… is unfamiliar to the viewers, but very attractive and beautiful, and when the petals of that beautiful rose are helplessly broken by a wild beast… the pity It means that we need a woman who can deliver the story… no, an actress like that. I mean.”
Director Oh Sang-shik even blushed.
why are you getting red? Talking about casting.
weird. Oh yeah.
“So, is there anyone like that? Is it suitable for the role of ‘Lee Eun-ju’?”
Director Jang Hyuk-soo directly asked if he was frustrated.
“Yeah… that’s… there is… but I haven’t been able to tell you about it yet. Give me some time and I will make a decision soon and let you know.”
“yes. Then we will wait.”
“It’s urgent, so please hurry. Director.”
“I wonder who it is.”
The discussion about the role of ‘Lee Eun-joo’ was finally concluded with Oh Sang-sik’s words, who did not know what he was talking about.
After that, we talked about the role of ‘Park Sul-hae’, but again, it didn’t come to a very good conclusion. Until the next meeting, we each decided to think a little more, and the meeting ended with that.
“The director and the writer go to my room. I have something to say about the NBC meeting.”
“yes. That’s right”
“yes. let’s go.”
The officetel used as an operation room was right next to the Forest building, so Director Jang Hyuk-soo’s room was close.
***
The three of us quickly moved to the office and sat down.
“Chief. You have something on your mind.”
First I asked
The strength and weakness of Jang Hyuk-soo is that his emotions are all revealed on his face. From the moment he entered the forest porch, his expression was complicated and subtle.
“Our writer has a ghostly corner. How else do you know that?”
it’s weird not knowing
‘Cause it’s all revealed
“That… rather than bothering me… If this NBC goes well, not only the programming but also the production cost. I’m nervous to be able to catch both rabbits at once. I was thinking about how to prepare to win NBC’s heart… The problem is Softmaker’s ＜Office Battle＞. I had a strong relationship with the original NBC… so my mind was a bit complicated.”
“Did you say that NBC contacted you first?”
Director Oh Sang-sik asked casually.
“yes. I got a call first from the head of the organization there.”
“Then you are going to give us the same chance. The script for Opal is amazing, so I think we can get enough tickets.”
“It would be. Is that what the director thinks?”
Director Jang Hyuk-soo’s face brightened at the rosy outlook of director Oh Sang-sik.
‘not really.’
But I didn’t think so.
I’ve been confused since the first time I heard that NBC had contacted me.
“By the way…”
“Yes, writer.”
The twinkling eyes of the two gathered at me.
“I just don’t feel good.”
“yes?”
“What are you talking about?”
“I think that… NBC might be using us to get an edge on The Office Battle.”
“ah.”
“perhaps.”
The faces of the two of them suddenly turned pale at my cautious anticipation.
There is also a saying that you should knock on the stone bridge and cross it, but I couldn’t just think positively about such a big deal. If there is anything suspicious, it is right to doubt everything and cross over.
‘No matter how much I try to think positively, Director Choi Seok-bae has a crush on me. You can’t do it in vain to do something good for others.’
Choi Seok-bae is never the same person on the inside and outside, according to what I’ve experienced before. As I thought of him, my doubts began to rise.
“NBC may want all the copyrights from its behavior so far. In addition, OTT sales and broadcasting rights to overseas broadcasters are also sold. And even the IP business.”
“That’s bad.”
“Am I a robber?”
“If we invest 15 billion won, won’t NBC do that? So it must have been played by SoftMaker, and we hadn’t signed an official contract yet. Everyone in the industry knows that the two of them are going to do it together… Then, when the bacomo explodes, they say that they will use our opal wine to eat ＜Office Battle＞ in one bite. In the first place, I had no interest in opal.”
“Hey, what do you see our Forest as?”
“It is a terrestrial broadcasting station that has been doing that in the first place. with unbridled power.”
Jang Hyuk-soo and Oh Sang-sik nodded their heads.
Then, Jang Hyuk-soo first
“Are you going to use ＜Right Armed Company＞ for a tug-of-war with ＜Office Battle＞?”
He laughed and shook his head.
In fact, this is a scenario that Jang Hyuk-soo alone can predict enough, but he missed it because he was drunk with the success of Barkermo.
His eyes began to turn ferocious.
“…then I’ll have to cancel the appointment. Because we can’t stand as bridesmaids in their love fights.”
“no.”
“yes?”
Surprised by my firm answer, he asked back.
“Rather, they are taking advantage of the situation. Let’s use this opportunity to raise our ransom.”
“Increase the ransom?”
“How do you mean?”
Two people holding their breath and looking at me.
I continued speaking, resting one tempo.
“What is the most anticipated movie for the year-end?”
“Well, it’s ＜Office Battle＞. The box office undefeated Noh Unhaeng Geum sisters are united… Leading and rising stars, supporting actors are all veterans. Well, the manufacturer is also a softmaker. It’s fantastic.”
“Yes. Leaving behind such ＜Office Battle＞, NBC chooses ＜Right Armed Co., Ltd.＞? Even shaking the relationship with the softmaker.”
“Aha, that’s going to be a big issue.”
“Oh, that’s right. You can get all the attention you’re going to have for the office battle with opal.”
Two people with a sense of excitement.
“you’re right. Through the Forest Public Relations Office, NBC is trying to select opal. Then our attention will be drawn to us… and I’m sure we’ll get calls from somewhere else. And on good terms.”
I don’t know what to say,
The story I heard last time at Sister Gold’s office came to mind.
-＜Can Love Is Refundable＞ Director Park Kang-hoon Heard that you are really struggling. Rumors are spreading that it is on the verge of bankruptcy.
– Do you want it to be completed safely?
– Even the staff seemed to be mentally exhausted.
Will PBS be able to air ＜Is Love Refundable?＞)?
Starting with corruption from the first button, Park Won-mi and her daughter Ha Joo-kyung are said to be making a mess of the filming site.
