Top Chinese celebrity: Debuted from Running Man

Chapter 206 Central Academy of Drama VS Beijing Film Academy
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"Image and temperament..."

The scenes from the previous reading session flashed through Gu Qing's mind.

Wang Baoqiang didn't give a lengthy analysis at all. He just chuckled, scratched his head, and said in his Cantonese-accented Mandarin, "I'm the number one detective in Chinatown."

That slick yet honest aura immediately hits you.

Xiao Yang didn't even say a word. He just stood there wearing that old man's shirt, his little belly sticking out, looking exactly like Kun Tai.

Although Chen Chichi analyzed it, Huang Landeng's image naturally matched his own; the "cheap and unlucky" traits he naturally possessed gave him that kind of aura.

For this,

Chen Sicheng was also very satisfied with their evaluations: things like, "They are both good in appearance and spirit," "Needless to say," and "Their performance is very accurate."

What about yourself?
The essay is eloquent, logically clear, and insightfully analytical, dissecting Qin Feng thoroughly from the inside out.

But, is it useful?

Wang Baoqiang's Tang Ren, Xiao Yang's Kun Tai, and Chen Chichi's Huang Landeng—these don't require much theoretical analysis; their essence shines through from the core.

He's still disassembling the character mockups, but the other person is already immersed in the role.

"Brother Sicheng, I..."

Gu Qing paused, then suddenly stammered, "I...I understand."

This sudden, character-driven stutter was like a precise switch.

"Hahaha, good!"

The stern, icy expression on Chen Sicheng's face melted away instantly, as if melted by the sunlight.

Instead, a smile appeared even brighter, more gratified, and even tinged with a sense of relief than before.

The weight was finally lifted from his heart—how could he not be worried after uttering those harsh words?
Gu Qing's status far surpasses that of the others present. What's even more remarkable is that he genuinely treats Gu Qing like a younger brother, fearing both that he might hurt Gu Qing's pride and that Gu Qing might not understand his good intentions.

Fortunately, Gu Qing's comprehension and reaction far exceeded expectations.

"Xiao Gu, you really get it right away!"

Chen Sicheng clapped his hands excitedly, stood up abruptly, walked around the table, and strode to Gu Qing.

"Smart kids are just so lovable."

He looked at the porcelain doll-like face in front of him, liking it more and more, and rubbed it vigorously with his hands. "I'm so relieved, you're so much better than those idiots!"

The "idiot" he was referring to was naturally an actor he had encountered while filming.

'Aversion to stupidity' is a trait possessed by every excellent actor and director.

When he was an actor, he argued with the director because of his stubbornness about acting, and his scenes were cut in large chunks.

This experience directly spurred Chen Sicheng's determination to become a director himself; he could not tolerate indifference and perfunctory attitudes towards performing arts.

"Brother Sicheng, I'm a grown man, can you stop treating me like a child?"

Gu Qing resisted fiercely, feeling utterly hopeless. "I'm a man!"

His frustrated and resentful expression, which he dared not express, drew laughter from the crowd.

Tong Liya also covered her mouth and laughed, finding Gu Qing's struggle even more amusing.

"Xiao Gu, you're only 20 years old. What's the difference between you and a child? At a normal age, you'd just be starting university."

Chen Sicheng smiled and let go, his voice tinged with the teasing of an elder, "Especially in the eyes of us 'old folks,' you're still just a kid."

Chen Sicheng sat back on the sofa with satisfaction and earnestly instructed, "Xiao Gu, no matter how thorough your analysis is, it's still something you 'think' about."

The Qin Feng I want isn't something you 'think' about; it's something that 'grows' from your very bones, as natural as breathing, as fluid as instinct.

Baoqiang and the other two might not be able to articulate many intricacies, but the moment they stand in front of the camera, the characters come alive. That's the power of 'becoming'.

He then changed the subject, saying, "At the Central Academy of Drama, we emphasize drama; the stage is the battlefield."

The moment you step onto the stage, you only have one chance; there are no retakes, so the requirements for the actors are almost demanding.

The moment you receive the script, you should already be immersed in the role; the character should take root and sprout within you, rather than forcibly "shoving" yourself into the character's shell when filming begins.

A distinct mockery curled at the corner of his mouth, not directed at Gu Qing, but at someone else. "Your analysis of the character was very traditional, step by step, which is somewhat similar to the style of the other two schools."

I wonder if what you said is right?

The "hierarchy of contempt" and differences in philosophy among film academies are no secret within the industry.

"..."

Gu Qing was speechless and nodded silently.

Just as Chen Sicheng said,
This was indeed a classic method he was taught during the foundational stage when he first studied under Teacher Zhang Songwen.

Start with rational analysis to understand the characters' motivations and behavioral logic.

But obviously,
In the eyes of director Chen Sicheng, a graduate of the Central Academy of Drama, this is only a "basic" or even "outsider" method.

"Sicheng, are all the graduates from the Central Academy of Drama this amazing?"

Gu Qing was convinced and asked with admiration.

"..."

Tong Liya, who was standing to the side, quietly lowered her head.

"No, there are also those who didn't learn it well."

Chen Sicheng made no attempt to hide his feelings, even displaying a hint of mocking exasperation as he pointed directly at Tong Liya, who was sitting beside him trying to make herself as inconspicuous as possible.
“Look, Ya Ya is a perfect example of this. She learned it, but she didn’t grasp the essence.”

His tone was as casual as if he were commenting on an object, completely disregarding his wife's feelings: "I find it strange that you even graduated; you're not as smart as me."

When Tong Liya was called out in public, she suddenly raised her head, her gentle smile instantly freezing. She then quickly lowered her head, her long eyelashes concealing the embarrassment and grievance surging in her eyes.

Chen Chichi and the others chuckled awkwardly, not daring to agree.

"Brother Sicheng, you're really discouraging me. I've never even been to school."

Gu Qing twitched the corner of her mouth to avoid further awkwardness, and said, "I watched 'Palace' when I was little, it was very good, and she acted very well." "Okay, okay, I won't say anymore."

Chen Sicheng also felt that this was not a good idea, and raised his hands in surrender, saying, "I'm just bad at talking."

"Sicheng is right, I am quite stupid."

Tong Liya tucked her hair behind her ear, first smoothing things over for her husband, then looked at Gu Qing with gratitude and a hint of joy, "Little brother, you've seen my dramas before?"

"I've seen them all. Nian Suyun from Palace, and the Beijing Love Story between you and Sicheng are both very good."

Gu Qing looked around, smiling as if listing a familiar list: "Teacher Xiao Yang's 'Old Boy' and 'Father,' Brother Bao Qiang's 'Soldiers' Assault,' 'A World Without Thieves,' and 'My Brother is Called Shunliu.'"

"Brother Chichi's 'iPartment,' your work is something I've watched since I was a child."

What kind of life did he live as a child?
It smells so good.

"Ouch, my heart hurts a little."

Chen Chichi clutched his chest, "I suddenly feel old."

But she couldn't stop smiling.

"Xiao Gu, now that you say that, you really are a little kid."

Now, even Xiao Yang felt less distant and more intimate with Gu Qing.

It's just that the 'image' has probably completely degenerated into that of the children's table.

After the meeting,

Chen Sicheng has scheduled filming for the day after tomorrow and has also booked a high-end restaurant for dinner that evening.

"Brother Sicheng, I'll go get you some tea leaves."

"What are you going to do? Just let Ya Ya go."

"No, no, no, I keep my things very private."

Gu Qing shook his head vigorously, like a rattle-drum, and quickly got up and left.

"Xiao Gu, do you have anything that helps with sleep?"

Wang Baoqiang asked.

"Yes, I also brought a lot of herbal tea. Drinking it regularly can help reduce internal heat and calm the nerves."

"Give me some too."

Wang Baoqiang followed.

Gu Qing took the room key from her assistant.

"Boss, all the clothes are in the closet, and the tea I brought is on the table."

Zhao Ya was panting heavily, her forehead beaded with sweat.

"Sister Xiaoya, you should go back to your room and rest too. I'll give you the night off. Go for a walk around the neighborhood, but be careful."

"Good boss."

Gu Qing transferred a red envelope to her assistant, and then led Wang Baoqiang into the room.

"Brother Baoqiang, if you can't sleep, have some chrysanthemum tea."

Gu Qing pointed to a sealed jar, and then selected several other types of tea.

Unable to contain his curiosity, he asked, "Brother Baoqiang, why do I feel like Brother Sicheng and Sister Yaya's relationship is a bit distant?"

More precisely, Chen Sicheng was indifferent.

"Xiao Gu, the situation between Sicheng and Yaya is a bit complicated. Don't think that Sicheng has a bad temper; there are reasons for all of this."

Wang Baoqiang glanced at the closed door before leaning over and whispering, "Sicheng was actually forced into marriage, which made him very unhappy."

The so-called forced marriage,

It was on Happy Camp in 2012.

Teacher He is once again a frontline observer of the drama.

At the beginning of the show, Tong Liya directly announced her relationship to the media, hoping to gain blessings and recognition from her fans.

then,

Standing to the side, Chen Sicheng looked completely bewildered and lost, seemingly oblivious to the situation.

In the video:

The girl who confessed her love, and even He Jiong, who was just watching the drama unfold, all had tears in their eyes.

He was the only one with a blank expression, and the smiles he occasionally showed were extremely forced.

afterwards,

Chen Sicheng was also severely criticized by Tong Liya's fans, who believed that his looks were not good enough for her.

How can he feel comfortable about it?

The entertainment industry isn't a school.

Having 'talent' and 'the ability to make money' are the foundation of everything.

Do wealthy talent agency owners, regardless of gender, lack attractive people around them?

Not to mention he's also a director.

Good looks are just the cheapest stepping stone in the entertainment industry.

Unless you can become as famous as Gu Qing overnight.

You have to become one of the top four influencers overnight, otherwise you have no say at all.

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(End of this chapter)