sbdcsierra Chapter 1369 Is he sick?
Chapter 1369 Is he sick?
Chapter 1369 Is he sick?
Although Ji Kyung-won was not present for the first scene, the filming schedule was not delayed because he did not have any scenes.
More importantly, "Spying" is a Netflix original production and will not be broadcast on television but only on its own streaming platform. Therefore, it will not adopt the filming-as-you-go model commonly used by Korean dramas. Instead, it will be filmed all at once and then uploaded to the platform for broadcast, with options such as advanced on-demand viewing.
Therefore, the shooting schedule is not as tight as the filming and broadcasting model. There is more room for maneuver in terms of shooting schedule and time planning, and occasional absences will not have too much impact.
Although there was no fixed shooting schedule, things like this are naturally better done as quickly as possible. After discussing with Netflix, the main creators set the entire cycle of shooting and post-production within five months. For a high-quality series planned for sixteen to eighteen episodes, this timeframe is already considered very tight.
The production team of the Peninsula TV series emphasizes efficiency.
As filming of "The Spy" officially began, Netflix also started some online promotion and hype, releasing the cast list of several main roles and a brief synopsis of the script.
When news about "The Spy" was released, it immediately attracted a lot of attention.
This drama has a lot of gimmicks and highlights. First of all, the two main female characters are played by Kim Ji-won and Lee Sung-kyung. One has been quite popular this year thanks to the success of "Fight for My Way", and the other gained a lot of attention last year with "Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok-joo". It can be said that they are both well-known young actresses in the past two years.
The fact that the two appeared in the same drama immediately boosted the lineup of female characters.
However, what is truly eye-catching is the news of Ji Kyung-won, who won Best Actor in a Drama for the first time at this year's Baeksang Arts Awards. After being silent for more than half a year, news of his new drama has finally surfaced.
Upon seeing newly crowned TV King Ji Kyung-won playing the male lead, Jue, not only EXO and his fans cheered instantly, but also many casual viewers became extremely interested.
Having filmed so many successful and high-quality TV dramas over the years, especially the previous one "Goblin" which was a milestone success, Ji Kyung-won has established his position and audience in the film and television industry, or rather, the TV drama circle. It can be said that even if you are not a fan of his, you know him and are willing to follow his news and watch his new dramas.
This is something that naturally attracts attention.
When the 19+ rating of this TV series was revealed, and the main actors were mentioned, the topic suddenly became incredibly popular.
"The best news I've heard today: it's poised to be a huge hit next year!"
"Oh my god, Ji Kyung-won, you finally remembered you're an actor? Haven't you had enough being an idol? Do you even know you have drama fans?"
"After a romance drama like 'Goblin,' they're actually starting to make R-rated dramas? Isn't that a bit of a leap? I looked at the released information, and it's said to be a suspense drama with bloody scenes. I've never been interested in this kind of drama before, but because it's Ji Kyung-won, I'm actually looking forward to it. What's going on?"
"After winning the Best Actor award at the Baeksang Arts Awards this year, I was really looking forward to you focusing more on your acting career. But after winning the award, you just went into hiding and obediently became an idol! Ugh, I really can't understand your thinking. What does the Best Actor award mean to an idol actor? You must be the first one ever, right? Why don't you cherish it? If other idol actors like Yoona won this award, they would definitely go crazy and take on the next role, right? But you chose to stay silent for so long after winning the award. It's absolutely putting the cart before the horse."
"Please, our Yuan oppa has said many times that his main job is to be an idol, okay? Isn't working hard to complete his job a sign of professionalism and a way to give back to his fans who support him? And he hasn't missed a single drama every year, so here comes a new one. Moreover, this kind of subject matter is a breakthrough and challenge for Yuan oppa, which is also proof of his continuous efforts on the path of acting! Of course, we are also very happy that Yuan oppa can star in a new drama, and we hope everyone will pay more attention to oppa's new drama."
"Wow, Ji Kyung-won, Kim Ji-won, and Lee Sung-kyung are working together? This cast is incredibly good-looking! But who's the female lead? And who has a romantic storyline with him? It can't be both of them, can it?"
"Oh my god, what did I just see? What did I just see? 19+!! Is it really the 19+ I imagined??"
"Ahhh, I'm totally looking forward to it! Speaking of which, Yuan rarely does any fan service at his concerts. I went to several shows during the fourth tour, and Kai, Baekhyun, and Sehun were so generous in giving fans lots of fan service. Kai even ripped off his clothes at every show, but I've never seen Yuan do that. He has such a great body, but he never shows it off. Will I get to see him in the drama this time? Will I get to see him? Will I get to see him?"
"Won't she show her nipples? I... Aa ...
"19+? Does Di Guang know he's about to fade into obscurity, so he started working as a male stripper?"
"The joke that the newly crowned TV King is past his prime is the funniest joke I've ever heard."
"It's hard to say whose idol is washed up, but please open your eyes. The above said that this show is rated 19+ because of its subject matter and bloody and violent scenes. It's completely different from what trash like you who can only support washed-up idols think. Does watching too much porn make everything pornographic? Please don't bring such a ridiculous burden to others. Focus on preparing your lunchbox for tonight's night shift."
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"Newly crowned TV King Ji Kyung-won is taking on a 19+ rated role for the first time...omo, is Kyung-won oppa's new drama 19+?"
In the dressing room at the Twice photoshoot, Son Chaeyoung picked up her phone and immediately saw the news that had suddenly become a hot topic. After clicking in and glancing at it, she exclaimed in surprise.
Her words seemed to summon someone, and before the other members could react, Nayeon darted in from the other end of the room.
"Nineteen Prohibited?"
She grinned, her rabbit teeth showing, her eyes sparkling with surprise, and hopped over to Sun Caiying, repeating the word as she did so, immediately sticking her head out.
"Onie~"
When Lim Nayeon's large head suddenly appeared beside her, Son Chaeyoung was startled. She flinched and tried to push Lim Nayeon away but couldn't budge her. This unnie, with her big face and head, was forcibly pressed against her side, staring at her phone while muttering "19+" incessantly...
"It's not the kind that's rated 19+."
Son Chaeyoung simply handed the phone to Lim Nayeon, explaining wearily, "The news said it's a 19+ rated suspense drama with sensitive subject matter, featuring bloody and violent scenes."
After saying that, she was speechless for a moment, then looked at Lim Nayeon with a little excitement and complained, "Unnie, what are you thinking? How could Kyungwon oppa possibly film something like that?"
When Lim Nayeon heard that it wasn't what she was thinking, she immediately pouted, and the news on her phone lost its appeal. She looked up, ready to explain, when Yoo Jeongyeon leaned over, looked at Lim Nayeon with disdain, and mercilessly called her a "pervert!"
"Pervert!"
Son Chaeyoung immediately chimed in! She lightly hopped over to Yoo Jeongyeon's side, forming a united front to condemn this unnie whose head was full of lewd nonsense.
"No, I am..."
Lin Nalian pouted, wanting to explain, but couldn't quite articulate it clearly. She mumbled something like, "How do you know I miss you that much? You miss me too," things no one else could hear. After blinking, she resorted to her signature move: changing the subject. She immediately picked up her phone, pretending to be serious, and started looking at it. A few seconds later, her eyes widened, and she exclaimed in utter surprise:
"Wow, the cast of this drama is amazing! Kim Ji-won and Lee Sung-kyung are both amazing!"
Such a clumsy performance could not fool the others, but the newly released TV series certainly had a lot of hype and attracted the attention of the other members.
"Bloody violence, rated 19+? Is Jingyuan oppa's new drama going to be about this?"
Kim Dahyun was also scrolling through her phone, looking at the news with some surprise. She then nudged Tzuyu next to her and asked curiously, "Tzuyu, do you know?"
"Um……"
When asked, Chou Tzu-yu seemed to hesitate slightly.
She knew that Ji Jingyuan was going to film a new TV series. She felt really sorry for him when she saw how tired he looked that day and knew that he was preparing for a role in the new TV series, but she didn't know exactly what kind of role it was.
"I guess I know~" Chou Tzu-yu thought for a moment and nodded slowly.
"Do you know what kind of role Oppa is playing this time?"
"Uh, I don't know." Chou Tzu-yu thought for a moment and then shook her head.
Kim Da-hyun paused for a moment, then couldn't help but give him a deadpan look: "So, do you know or not?"
"I know, yet I don't know."
Dark-skinned maknae!
Kim Da-hyun, who has a very good temper, inexplicably felt the urge to punch someone.
"It's a pity, it'll probably be several more months before we see it."
"Filming and broadcasting simultaneously? Netflix, what does Netflix TV series mean..."
Just as Lim Nayeon and the others were watching the news and discussing it, Park Jihyo walked in, glanced around, and leaned over to ask, "What are you all talking about... Hey, where's Sana?"
She looked around but couldn't find Sana Minatozaki.
"She went to SM Entertainment for the final rehearsal for their collaboration stage." Hirai Momo, who was whispering something to Mina, looked up and replied.
Park Jihyo's eyes widened in surprise upon hearing this.
"Can she still practice with such a bad cold?"
"It was all planned long ago, what can we do? The performance is the day after tomorrow."
Hirai Momo shrugged:
"Even if you don't train, you still have to participate in events..."
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The floor-to-ceiling mirror in the practice room reflected the neatly stacked yoga mats, and the air conditioning blew warm air with a faint smell of disinfectant. At the same time, Ji Kyung-won was sitting on the sofa in the practice room, scrolling through the news and reading the comments from fans and passersby on the latest news about the drama "Spying," while waiting for his partner for the collaboration stage... He was about to go to Japan to participate in the Tokyo MAMA, and today was the last rehearsal before the performance.
Although he appeared to be reading comments, Chi Jingyuan's fingertips didn't move for a long time, and his eyes kept drifting towards the door.
He seemed a little distracted.
...because of the business partner I'm about to meet.
Although he genuinely forgot what he said while drunk the previous two days, Ji Kyung-won actually guessed what he had said and who he had mentioned after sobering up the next day, based on Jung Eun-ji's somewhat vague apology.
After all, what the Busan woman said made a lot of sense; he knows best what he's thinking.
But whatever he thought, Chi Kyung-won himself instinctively didn't agree and didn't really want to admit it.
The thought of seeing Sana Minatozaki again soon made him feel a little strange.
About twenty minutes later, led by company staff, Sana Minatozaki knocked on the door and came in with the same manager from last time.
“Jingyuan, Sanaxi has arrived.”
Hearing the noise, Chi Jingyuan put down his phone, stood up and looked over. He was about to greet her when he paused... because the first person to walk in, Minatozaki Sana, was wearing a black mask that covered almost half of her face, obscuring most of her already small face and only revealing her eyes. She didn't take it off even after coming in.
At the same time, she seemed very cold, wearing a thick, oversized down jacket with the zipper zipped up all the way. She was huddled inside the jacket, with even her wrists hidden under the wide sleeves, leaving only a small section of pale fingertips exposed. She looked exceptionally petite and exuded an indescribable sense of helplessness.
Seeing her like this surprised Chi Jingyuan. Just as he was about to ask something, Minatozaki Sana immediately bowed and greeted him. She bowed slightly, and her voice came through the mask. It was obviously hoarse, as if it had been covered with sandpaper, and it was several degrees lighter than usual: "Annyeonghaseyo, good afternoon, Oppa."
The moment the voice came out, the obvious abnormality made Chi Jingyuan frown almost imperceptibly. He nodded in reply, but his gaze couldn't help but fall on her face.
Her exposed brow bone had a faint bluish tinge, and there was an undeniable puffiness under her eyes. The color of Minatozaki Sana's skin was also unpleasant. The rice paper that had been soaked in water and then dried looked like a piece of Xuan paper. Her eyes, which were always bright and sparkling when they looked at her, now seemed to be covered with a layer of mist. They were still dark, but they had lost their former luster, and even when she looked at him, she seemed a little dull.
"Hello..."
Chi Jingyuan gave a simple response, then looked at Minatozaki Sana and asked directly, "Sana-xi, are you... sick?"
"Oh, our Sana has had a bit of a cold lately..."
Chi Kyung-won asked the question while looking at Minatozaki Sana, but as soon as he finished speaking, his manager immediately replied, "But she's feeling better now. She's just wearing a mask because she's worried about infecting those around her and causing them trouble. Don't worry, it won't interfere with practice or the stage."
As he spoke, he chuckled softly, his tone sounding somewhat relaxed.
"Have a cold?"
Chi Jingyuan glanced at Minatozaki Sana. He didn't doubt her cold, but judging from her expression, she seemed a little skeptical of her manager's words that she was "a little better" and "wouldn't cause any delays."
Chi Jingyuan frowned and looked at Minatozaki Sana more closely. Her eyes were dull and her hair seemed somewhat dull. Even though she was wearing a mask, at such close range, he could feel an overwhelming sense of haggardness emanating from her.
After hesitating for a moment, Chi Jingyuan looked at his manager again to confirm:
"Really? Won't it cause any delays?"
"Don't worry, Oppa, cough..."
This time he was looking at the manager, but it was Minatozaki Sana who was speaking.
She had only said a few words when she couldn't help but cough, her voice muffled by her mask, making one's heart tighten.
But she quickly raised her hand to press the edge of her mask, her eyes curving slightly. Even through the mask, you could tell she seemed to be smiling, though the smile lacked strength.
"It definitely won't be delayed."