novellhall Chapter 30 Dilraba Becomes a Little Follower
Chapter 30 Dilraba Becomes a Little Follower
"Director Liang, how's it going?"
Yang Mi approached the monitor, leaned over to look at the playback, and casually asked a question.
Director Liang smiled somewhat awkwardly, as if embarrassed by the previous criticism, and said:
"Teacher Yang Mi, is this really a newcomer? His performance is very skillful. His eyes, lines, and body language are all very expressive. He's like a veteran actor."
"His acting skills... it's no exaggeration to call it an immersive performance. He completely took over Ma Tianyu's role, and there were even a few moments when I felt he was overshadowing the other actors."
Hearing Director Liang's personal affirmation, Yang Mi's face lit up with a smug smile, as if to say that her sister's judgment was never wrong.
"Mr. Yang Mi, is he an artist under your company, Jaywalk Studio? My next project is an urban drama, and the second male lead hasn't been cast yet. If his image and acting skills are suitable..."
Yang Mi smiled and nodded: "Director Liang, just come to me directly."
"Okay!" Director Liang nodded happily, his gaze inadvertently drifting to Dilraba beside him.
As a fellow newcomer, Dilraba's performance was somewhat disappointing and she still needs to develop her skills.
Reba noticed his gaze and guessed his thoughts. Her fingers unconsciously twisted the cuffs of her costume, and she lowered her eyelashes.
Yang Mi quickly smoothed things over: "Director Liang, Dilraba is a graduate of the Shanghai Theatre Academy, with a good foundation and good comprehension. It's just that a naturally gifted performer like Xu Lang is indeed rare... Give her some time, she won't disappoint you."
Director Liang nodded: "Yes, I believe she will get better and better."
I don't know if he genuinely felt that way or if he was just being polite.
The two sides did not continue their conversation, as Director Liang still had to film; Yang Mi brought Dilraba closer to the set to watch Xu Lang's performance.
The purpose was to let Dilraba learn something.
"Reba, you have a very good appearance, with an exotic charm. Your face looks very sophisticated, which is your advantage." Yang Mi's eyes remained fixed on Xu Lang, who was acting, and she became more and more satisfied.
She has striking looks, solid acting skills, and the dedication to thoroughly studying scripts...
This kind of talent, placed at a time when traffic is just beginning to emerge, is like a rough diamond, unpolished.
It must be signed.
"However, good looks alone are not enough. What truly enables an actor to establish himself in the entertainment industry is a strong core, and a strong core requires solid acting skills."
"You really should learn from Xu Lang in this respect."
……
The afternoon shoot went smoothly.
When Xu Lang finished work and took off his costume, he was covered in sweat and just wanted to get back to the hotel to take a shower.
Yang Mi told him to go back and pack up first, as the crew would be having a dinner party that evening.
The film crew had booked a hotel, and Xu Lang went there by himself.
After washing up, I felt refreshed.
Standing at the hotel entrance, I looked at the neon lights on the street, flashing incessantly and dazzlingly bright.
Upon receiving the address from Yang Mi, I immediately headed there.
Upon entering the private room, one finds numerous actors from the film crew seated around a table, ready to begin their meal.
Yang Mi had reserved a seat for him on the right, and waved with a smile as he entered.
"Xu Lang, come, let's toast all the teachers and get to know each other."
Xu Lang stood up, picked up his wine glass, and glanced around:
"Hello everyone, I am Xu Lang, a new actor. I am very honored to join our Gujian family. I especially want to thank Sister Mi, who recommended me to come here."
"We will be working together for a period of time from now on, and I hope you senior colleagues will give me your guidance."
"I'll finish this one, you can drink as you like!"
The actor playing Ling Yue quickly stood up, picked up his wine glass, and said:
"Xu Lang, right? I wouldn't dare to give you any pointers. Your acting is so natural. If you didn't say you were a newcomer, I would have thought you were a veteran actor."
"Here, have a drink with me!"
The actor who played Ouyang Shaogong also stood up and raised his glass:
"Xu Lang, let's learn from each other from now on. Welcome to the team! Come on, everyone, let's have a drink!"
Everyone stood up and toasted together.
The atmosphere was very harmonious, and everyone was toasting and having a great time.
Afterwards, Xu Lang toasted Yang Mi three times separately, expressing his gratitude for the opportunity she had given him.
The dinner was drawing to a close.
Yang Mi held his hand and Reba's hand, and like an older sister, she gave them these words of advice:
"Xu Lang, I have to rush to Shanghai to film a movie tomorrow. While I'm gone, could you take care of Dilraba for me?"
Xu Lang frowned. "You haven't finished filming your scenes here, and you're already going to Shanghai to film?"
Are you taking on multiple roles at once?
My mind raced, and it seemed she was filming a modern urban movie in Shanghai, where she was also the female lead.
The movie later caused quite a stir, not because it was of high quality, but because it was extremely bad. However, the novel it was adapted from had a huge fan base.
Even though the movie was terrible, the large number of book fans managed to boost the box office.
It seems that the term "fan economy" emerged after the first film in this series.
As a result, several sequels to this large-scale PowerPoint movie were made, and they all made a profit.
This also indicates that the entertainment industry is about to enter the era of internet traffic!
Yang Mi turned to Reba and said, "Reba, while I was away, you should learn from Xu Lang. I think his methods for doing homework are very helpful."
Dilraba nodded seriously: "I understand, Sister Honey."
After the meal, Xu Lang and the other actors had become quite familiar with each other.
After the dinner party ended, those who wanted to continue the second half went to the second half, while those who didn't went back to their hotels to sleep.
Xu Lang belongs to the latter!
Back at the hotel!
Xu Lang finally had time to reply to the messages on WeChat: Yang Chaoyue complained that the book Xu Lang bought for her was so boring and difficult to understand; Yang Rong had just arrived in Europe; Jing Tian sent him some photos from Hong Kong Island; Meng Ziyi told him that she was coming to visit the set this weekend and asked Xu Lang to give her a specific production crew.
Mao Xiaotong shared the most information, recounting fun stories from the set and even suggesting inviting Xu Lang to dinner together.
Xu Lang replied to all their messages with lightning speed...
The art of time management is equally applicable to maintaining interpersonal relationships in the entertainment industry.
……
Starting the next day, Xu Lang began a routine of going back and forth between the film crew and the hotel.
After last night's dinner, he was able to greet many of the actors and they became quite familiar with each other.
And he was always accompanied by a little follower—Dilraba.
Dilraba is genuinely willing to learn, perhaps because she wants to improve, or perhaps because the strange looks from others compel her to prove herself.
For each scene, he would consult Xu Lang or rehearse the scene with Xu Lang first.
This went on for three days in a row.
Yang Mi still hasn't returned, but she inquires about his situation almost every day, especially about Reba.
She showed extra care for Dilraba and was very happy to learn that Dilraba had received very little "guidance" from the director these past few days.
Dilraba also made no secret of the fact that it was all thanks to Xu Lang, and that she learned a lot from him.
Dilraba and Xu Lang became inseparable on set, leading many to ship them as a couple.
Handsome men and beautiful women, inseparable.
This deterred the boys who originally wanted to get close to Reba, as they were at least slightly better looking than her; not to mention that Yang Mi personally instructed Reba to follow Xu Lang.
Xu Lang had an absolute advantage, and the others could only keep their distance.
this day!
Xu Lang wanted Reba to eat with the crew alone, but he needed to bring Bai Lu to witness it.
Unexpectedly, Reba refused and insisted on going along.
Xu Lang remembered Yang Mi's instructions. Although she was not in Hengdian, she would contact Xu Lang every day. This was not the first time she had asked Xu Lang to take care of Reba.
Dilraba has indeed been taken care of like a child by him these past few days, and she seems to enjoy being cared for and pampered.
"Let's go together then!"
There was no other way but to take her with me.
When Bai Lu saw Reba, she was stunned for a moment, and then looked her over carefully: fair skin, exotic charm, tall figure, and a touch of youthful innocence...
Xu Lang's personality is completely different from his own; this is quite a leap.
Before the subtle bitterness in her heart could spread, it was suppressed by a deeper sense of powerlessness.
As an ex, what right do they have to interfere?
She forced a smile, trying to keep her tone relaxed and natural:
"Hey, Ms. Xu, who's this? Aren't you going to introduce him?"