Chapter 159 Two swords combined
It's still that dressing room.
But this time it changed from modern costume to ancient costume.
When Xu Kun arrived, Hu Ge had not arrived yet. After he finished putting on makeup and changing his clothes, he waited for about ten minutes before he saw Hu Ge hurriedly come in, bowing and apologizing repeatedly with a sick look on his face as if he had a hangover.
He has changed a lot since we first met in the club.
At that time, he looked like a shy and curious young man, but now, even when he was bowing to apologize, he looked very energetic and high-spirited.
This is normal. How many young actors who become famous overnight don’t become arrogant?
In other words, Xu Kun was a relatively calm person in his two lives.
"Brother Kun, I'm sorry to have kept you waiting for so long."
The look he gave Xu Kun was filled with admiration, but also a desire to replace him.
Although the outside world has been hyping up the two swords being on par with each other, Hu Ge knows his own business and Xu Kun's performance in Tianjian is obviously a level higher than his own.
However, the other party is two years older than me. If I practice more in a couple of years, I may be able to catch up with Xu Kun!
Xu Kun was also young and energetic, so how could he not see what Hu Ge was thinking?
However, most young people who are able to make a name for themselves in the entertainment industry have a similar mentality. Otherwise, how could they succeed in their quest?
Besides, this isn't a fantasy novel with lots of fighting and killing, so he wouldn't have the thought of "this kid must not be allowed to stay".
She smiled and shook the script in her hand: "Nothing, just a good opportunity to read the script more - you can save your apology until after the filming, you should hurry up and put on your makeup."
Hu Ge then hurriedly sat down in front of the dressing table.
When the staff handed him the script, he read it attentively, then his face became a little strange, and he twisted his buttocks in his chair, unable to calm down.
After changing into Li Xiaoyao's costume, he approached the director with a sword in hand and a sad face, and tentatively asked if he could change the lines, for example, changing "Love is Unlimited" to "Ten Thousand Swords".
"Why change it?"
The director was confused: "This line is very suitable for the product we want to promote, right?"
Hu Ge stammered and was speechless. He didn't think much of it when it was filmed, but later when he saw the complaints online, he began to think that this ultimate move was really embarrassing and stupid.
The setting of defeating villains with love is not uncommon in movies and TV series, but shouting "love is infinite" so loudly and killing the invincible Moon Worshiper in one fell swoop is a bit...
But since the director said it fits the theme, Hu Ge didn't insist any further.
So the two of them stood in front of the camera.
Xu Kun held a huge sword in one hand. It was one and a half meters long and as wide as an adult's ten fingers. He stood there with his chest exposed, looking very domineering. Hu Ge was also a big man over one meter eighty, but he looked a little thin next to Xu Kun and couldn't hold up to his imposing manner.
The contrast was so strong that the director eventually overturned the original plan, canceled Xu Kun's dialogue and actions, and just had him stand there with a determined look.
Hu Ge, on his part, used more exaggerated movements to make up for the difference in momentum between the two sides.
The resulting photo looked like Xu Kun was holding a big sword in one hand and holding a big monkey in the other.
Finally, after discussing with the planner, the two changed from standing side by side to standing proudly on each side, then charging head-on until the two swords collided, and then switched to the special effects of Tide laundry detergent.
Although this is somewhat inconsistent with the gimmick of "combination", at least it avoids embarrassment.
Moreover, standing opposite each other can better highlight their respective advantages.
Because there were too many adjustments in the middle, it was already evening when we finished shooting.
Although Hu Ge felt a little embarrassed that he was outdone in momentum, he still enthusiastically expressed his willingness to treat Xu Kun to a meal.
"We've already arrived in the capital, so of course I'm the one treating you."
Xu Kun waved his hand and took Hu Ge directly to the private club recommended by Jia Yueting. The food tasted okay, but the portion was a bit small.
Fortunately, our brother Kun is not very rich now, so it’s okay to order a few more dishes.
I thought Hu Ge would talk about the recent online controversy, or say something on behalf of Tangren and Xu Kun, but after three drinks, the young man started discussing acting with Xu Kun.
When others watched that episode of "A Date with Lu Yu", they all noticed the quarrels between the two actors, but what Hu Ge remembered most were the illustrations of the changes in Xu Kun's eyes on the show.
Hu Ge had long known that eyes could reflect emotions, and he had been trying to learn it. However, he had never thought that a person's temperament could change so drastically just by squinting or opening his eyes.
So even though he knew it was a bit presumptuous to ask such deep questions when they were just strangers, he still couldn't help but ask.
Xu Kun was quite used to this. He and Baoqiang often discussed acting at the dinner table. Li Yixiang and Tang Wei also had similar habits. So this meal was more harmonious than expected.
After dinner, Xu Kun personally sent Hu Ge back to the hotel, and then rushed to his newly rented apartment.
As a result, I suddenly received a call from Ge You halfway through, saying that he had obtained the script for the role in "Qinghong".
"It's you, Uncle Ge, who has to take action..."
Xu Kun quickly flattered him.
"okay."
Ge You interrupted him and said, "Don't come over. I'll ask someone to bring it to you later. Also, can you be quiet? Even if you want to find a woman, at least keep a low profile. Yesterday, your aunt even brought up your matter with me, saying that if the top beam is not straight, the bottom beam will be crooked."
"Uncle, can you tell me more about the 'beam raising' thing?"
"roll!"
After Ge You hung up the phone, Xu Kun hurried home to wait. Soon someone came to his door with the script.
"Hey~Brother Lu!"
As soon as Xu Kun opened the door, he recognized the person as Ge You's nephew Lu Xing, and hurriedly greeted him into the house.
Coincidentally, Lu Xing also became famous for playing villains.
"I won't go in."
Lu Xing waved his hand and said tiredly: "I just came back from Wanwan, and I sent a lot of gifts... By the way!"
Halfway through the conversation, he slapped his forehead and took out a box of supplements from behind the door, stuffed it to Xu Kun and said, "I bought it at Wanwan Gift Shop. I don't know if it's good or not, but everyone should have one anyway."
"What do you mean, the new son-in-law is here?"
Xu Kun didn't hesitate, he took the gift box and winked at Lu Xing. Lu Xing's girlfriend was none other than Jia Jingwen, who was strongly supported by Wanwan.
"Go away. The Miraculous Doctor and His Lover is being broadcast on Wanwan. I'll go over and help with the promotion."
Lu Xing laughed and cursed, then prepared to leave.
Xu Kun chased after him and shouted, "Brother Lu, in a few days, you call your sister-in-law, I'll bring Huo Siyan, and we'll get together!"
"Contact me once you've booked a spot."
Lu Xing waved his hand without looking back, then disappeared into the stairwell.
Xu Kun returned to the house and couldn't help shaking his head and laughing.
When I first met Lu Xing last year, he didn't have this attitude towards me. He looked down on me and was sure that Xu was trying to take advantage of his uncle.
As a result, this year's "Heavenly Sword" became a hit, and his attitude immediately became closer.
This person is arrogant at first but respectful later. If it were someone else, Xu Kun would never give the other person a good face.
But Lu Xing was Uncle Ge's nephew after all, so Xu Kun had to give him the benefit of the doubt. He couldn't argue with him and even had to try his best to maintain the relationship between the two.
"Brother Kun."
At this time, Baoqiang came out from the next room, rubbing his hands and asked, "Did the script arrive?"
Xu Kun naturally understood what he meant, so he gave him a heads-up: "There may not be a role suitable for you in it, and besides, I can't make the decision."
"Let's take a look. If the script is good, I can play a supporting role or be a stunt double."
Baoqiang showed no sign of being frustrated and kept rubbing his hands and urging him on.
(End of this chapter)
