The Entertainment Industry in Turmoil: Young Actresses All Want to Rise to the Top

Chapter 85 My Love from the Star Filming Starts [Third Update] Requesting First Subscription

In Shanghai, in an art park transformed from an old factory, the autumn sunlight cast a pale golden glow on the opening ceremony of "My Love from the Star".

The red backdrop stands majestically, and the gold-embossed title of the drama shines brightly in the sunlight.

The long offering table was covered with a festive red velvet cloth, and incense burners, roast suckling pigs, and various fruits and pastries were arranged in an orderly manner, with the atmosphere of cooking and the solemn sense of ceremony intertwined.

Director Liu Junjie stood at the front, with the core cast of the crew behind him, a truly star-studded lineup.

Shen Mo, the producer and male lead, stood next to Liu Junjie wearing a black T-shirt issued by the production team.

On Liu Junjie's other side was Li Yitong, the female lead and producer, wearing the same outfit, with exquisite makeup and a generous and appropriate smile.

Following closely behind were Li Xian (the second male lead), Dilraba Dilmurat (the second female lead), Zhang Songwen (the third male lead), and other actors and staff.

Bai Mengyan stood quietly behind the main cast and crew, wanting to "learn and experience the daily life of the film crew" as Shen Mo had instructed.

Their gazes, however, were drawn as if by a magnet, constantly following Shen Mo's retreating figure.

The auspicious time has arrived. Director Liu Junjie, as the representative, held three sticks of incense and solemnly led all the main creators to bow and worship facing the offering table.

"May filming of 'My Love from the Star' begin soon!"

As Liu Junjie's loud voice faded, Shen Mo, Li Yitong, Liu Junjie, and the main actors stepped forward together to unveil the red silk covering the camera.

As the red ribbon fell, enthusiastic applause and cheers erupted from the crowd, accompanied by the crackling of firecrackers, bringing the atmosphere to a climax.

The invited reporters flashed their cameras everywhere.

After the opening ceremony, the crew quickly transitioned to a real-world production.

To bring good luck, the first scene was carefully chosen; it was a relatively simple group scene, a chance encounter that took place in the college corridor.

Shen Mo plays Gu Beichen, an alien professor, who has a chance encounter with Jiang Jinyue, a female celebrity played by Li Yitong.

There are few lines; the focus is more on creating atmosphere and the actors' eye contact.

The venue staff efficiently cleared the area and adjusted the lighting and tracks.

Shen Mo and Li Yitong quickly got into the zone and went to their designated positions.

Director Liu Junjie sat behind the monitor and picked up the walkie-talkie: "All departments, prepare; actors, take your positions—"

Bai Mengyan, like the other staff members, held her breath and focused intently.

She watched as Shen Mo instantly suppressed all his personal emotions in front of the camera, transforming into that aloof and distant alien visitor.

"Scene 1 of 'My Love from the Star,' one take, one shot. Action!" The clapperboard sounded crisply.

In the scene, Shen Mo strolls leisurely down the corridor, his gaze calmly sweeping over his surroundings.

Li Yitong walked over from the other side, and the two met unexpectedly in the middle of the corridor, their eyes briefly meeting in the air.

Shen Mo's eyes were deep, carrying an indifference that transcended time and space, and a hint of elusive inquiry.

Li Yitong's eyes held a hint of bewilderment, yet also an inexplicable pull.

Without a word, a sense of destiny was already formed solely through subtle auras and glances.

"Cut! Great! This one's passed!"

Liu Junjie's voice was filled with satisfaction, "Your form is excellent! Get ready for the next match!"

The atmosphere at the scene immediately became lively.

The successful completion of the first take undoubtedly gave the entire production team a shot in the arm.

Shen Mo and Li Yitong exchanged a knowing smile, then walked over to the director to review the playback together.

Seeing this, Bai Mengyan immediately picked up Shen Mo's thermos and quickly stepped forward, handing it to him during a break in Shen Mo's discussion.

"Boss, have some water."

Her voice was gentle, carrying a subtle concern.

Shen Mo took the water glass and nodded slightly to her, his movements natural.

The second scene was Dilraba's, and director Liu Junjie immediately arranged a scene change while the momentum was still strong.

The second female lead, Tan Yan, whom she plays, is a character whose temperament is quite different from her own.

A minor celebrity who barely maintains her public profile by relying on her sweet appearance and "close best friend" persona.

On the surface, she appears harmless, but inside she burns with the flames of jealousy, wanting to trample this top female star underfoot and take everything away from her.

At the same time, she is also hopelessly in love with the second male lead, who is deeply devoted to the female lead, making her emotions twisted and complicated.

The staff quickly adjusted the lighting and set up a backstage scene for a fashion magazine shoot in a nearby room.

Dilraba sat down in front of the makeup mirror, and looking at her exquisitely made-up self, her eyes began to change.

Her natural brightness and innocence quickly faded, replaced by a carefully concealed longing and a hint of barely perceptible melancholy. "Scene 2 of 'My Love from the Star,' one take, one shot. Action!"

As the clapperboard fell, the camera focused on Tan Yan in the mirror.

She was looking at the news release on her phone screen about Jiang Jinyue securing another high-end luxury endorsement and enjoying immense success.

Her lips maintained the usual sweet smile, but the knuckles of her fingers gripping the phone were slightly white.

His gaze swept over Jiang Jinyue, who was surrounded by a crowd not far away, but his eyes gradually turned cold.

The hard work before filming paid off; Dilraba's performance was visibly rich in layers.

She looked at Cheng Xu, the second male lead, in the crowd. Her eyes first flashed with an uncontrollable adoration and infatuation, but then the hopelessness of this love turned into sharp pain.

This pain quickly mixed with the jealousy she had just suppressed, fermenting into an almost ferocious resentment.

She suddenly lowered her eyelashes, and when she raised them again, her face was once again adorned with that flawless, sweet smile that belonged to a "best friend." However, beneath that smile, the coldness and calculation lingered deep in her eyes, sending chills down one's spine.

Behind the monitor, Liu Junjie leaned forward slightly, staring intently at the screen, and couldn't help but whisper.

"Great! That's the spirit! Jealousy, unrequited love, pretense—it's all coming out!"

As Shen Mo watched Dilraba's performance on the monitor, the slight raising of his eyebrows betrayed a hint of his unexpected approval.

Dilraba brought the character to life!

Bai Mengyan was also captivated by Dilraba's highly expressive performance and subconsciously held her breath.

She could feel the turmoil in the character's heart, and this performance was a real blow to her, a novice actress.

"Cut! Excellent! Dilraba, the emotions are very accurate, and the layering is great! We'll keep that take!"

Liu Junjie's voice was filled with obvious excitement.

When Dilraba heard the director's affirmation, her tense shoulders finally relaxed. She let out a soft breath, her eyes still carrying a hint of dazedness and struggle, as if she hadn't completely detached herself from the character's emotions.

While adjusting the lighting, Bai Mengyan sighed softly to Shen Mo.

"Boss, Dilraba's performance in this scene—the contrast is amazing, she acted so well!"

She recalled the chilling look in his eyes and felt a lingering fear.

Shen Mo's gaze remained fixed on Dilraba, who was resting with her eyes closed. His tone was calm, yet carried a subtle hint of consideration.

"This role is crucial for her as a newcomer."

"If she performs well, the overall tension of the play can be elevated to a whole new level."

"She's more capable of tackling tough challenges than we anticipated."

At this point, Shen Mo couldn't help but pat Bai Mengyan's head and say, "Bai, you have to work harder! Practice your acting skills and learn from your sister Baba."

Bai Mengyan's focus on studying was interrupted by the sudden kneading, and her face flushed red instantly. She then realized Shen Mo's expectations of her.

Wolf silently encouraged himself and nodded fiercely.

The second take begins.

Dilraba's performance was even more nuanced, perfectly capturing Tan Yan's character's facade of perfection in public and her inner turmoil and pain.

"Cut! Perfect! That's a wrap! Get ready for the transition!"

Liu Junjie's voice was filled with satisfaction.

After filming began smoothly, several scenes were shot in a row, which made Liu Junjie sigh with relief. He thought that if things went this smoothly from now on, it would be perfect.

Dilraba finally relaxed, and a slightly shy smile appeared on her face.

She looked at Shen Mo and Li Yitong, and after receiving their affirmative glances, her eyes curved into crescents.