Bedroom Genius Actor - Chapter 65

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Episode 65

While Kim Ji-hu was spending busy time with filming.

The internet and industry were buzzing with stories about Kim Ji-hu.

-Kim Ji-hu winning both movie and drama rookie awards is amazing.

Hasn’t it been a really long time since we had a rookie like this?

It’s the first time since Ryu Yi-hyeon

For real, I can’t even remember how long it’s been.

Now this is worth cheering for hahahaha

-I wish Kim Ji-hu hadn’t become famous

I’ve liked him since Trauma… I went to see My Little House as soon as it was released… Why are people who just found out about him now pretending they liked him from the beginning…

lol hahahahahaha

ㄴ Now I’m scared I might become even more famous…

Actually, that’s good though? We can act all high and mighty to the newbies flooding in, right?

-I think Kim Ji-hu could really aim for a grand prize within a few years

At this pace, I think within 3 years

Don’t you think 3 years is too soon?

Nah, look at the speed he’s churning out projects and his acting range right now – he’ll probably win the grand prize in his 3rd year

-Personally, I prefer Kim Ji-hu’s acting over Ryu I-hyun and Oh Jin-woo

He’s like a man of a thousand faces, and his acting doesn’t feel like acting but like he completely became that character, which I love

^ agreed

Well, still, to compete with Ryu Ihyeon and Oh Jinwoo…

Well, Oh Jin-woo’s main focus is still domestic so that’s understandable, but Ryu Yi-hyeon is famous even overseas, so to compete with him…

Nah, I just like their acting style

The community side, as always, supported Kim Ji-hu.

What was slightly different was that he was being mentioned alongside other actors.

Usually, no matter how outstanding a rookie actor is, they don’t get compared to senior actors.

Especially with acting, since few people understand the differences in acting styles, such discussions were even harder to come by.

But amid all this, there was talk that Kim Ji-hu would surpass his seniors’ achievements.

It wasn’t empty talk – many said he was actually an actor capable of surpassing those achievements.

Of course, since these were community discussions, they weren’t necessarily reliable, but it was true that Kim Ji-hu’s popularity was steadily rising.

The industry was showing similar movements too.

“Don’t you know actor Kim Ji-hu is getting attention right now?”

“I heard he’s popular on the internet too. Try reaching out to him.”

Not only YouTube, but variety shows were also making moves to cast Kim Ji-hu.

However, such casting was difficult.

“…My phone feels like it’s going to catch fire these days.”

“I’m roughly filtering them out, but is it very difficult for you?”

“Haha… It’s not enough to complain to you about, CEO. You’re also managing Ji-hye.”

Two people having a quiet conversation in the office.

It was Choi Tae-geon and CEO Baek Do-kyung.

Kim Ji-hu, who had already become popular by winning rookie awards in two categories.

Naturally, many variety shows were looking for him.

Usually, any celebrity would have appeared on every variety show as part of striking while the iron is hot.

But the two knew.

That Kim Ji-hu’s personality was an obstacle to sending him on variety shows.

‘Ji-hu already dislikes meeting people, so I should send him to quiet variety shows.’

‘He’s also working on a project, so let’s refuse most of them. Ji-hu likes to focus on acting.’

The two had similar thoughts and were turning down most variety shows.

Of course, they couldn’t refuse everything.

“I’ve narrowed it down to about 3. One YouTube and two variety shows.”

At Choi Tae-geon’s words, Baek Do-kyung quietly asked.

“Wouldn’t one more be okay? Ji-hu’s social skills have improved a lot.”

“That’s because I gave him a break. If we add one more variety show, he’ll become a deflated balloon.”

“…Hmm. Now that you mention it, that makes sense. Then let’s go with those 3.”

To them, Kim Ji-hu was like a sensitive wild animal.

They absolutely couldn’t startle him, had to minimize people around him, and had to make sure to give him alone time.

“He’s already achieved a lot, but Ji-hu is still a rookie. We can take it slow, so please minimize stress.”

“Understood.”

Operation: Protect Kim Ji-hu’s Condition.

They were scheduling minimal appointments so as not to affect his acting.

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“My ears are itching…”

Unaware of what mindset Baek Do-kyung and Choi Tae-geon had while selecting variety shows, Kim Ji-hu was just focused on the set.

‘They said my martial arts were really good last time.’

After Kim Ji-hu used self-defense techniques, similar acting directions came frequently.

Since the character ‘Seo I-jun’ felt like a perfect person, it didn’t seem strange for him to do martial arts.

For Kim Ji-hu, it meant more things to do.

‘How much could I possibly know after just a few months of learning…’

Anyway, he could do action scenes as he had been doing, but there was something else Kim Ji-hu was worried about.

Something he had completely forgotten due to being too busy.

It was the condition the System had presented.

The ridiculous condition of achieving Netflix 1st place for 2 weeks.

‘Just hitting 1st place is already an incredible feat… how do I maintain it for 2 weeks…’

So even though filming was going smoothly, he couldn’t help but feel anxious.

The target was so high that he didn’t think he could succeed at a moderate level.

‘Then there’s only one thing I can do here…’

Kim Ji-hu stared intently at Oh Jin-woo.

Oh Jin-woo’s greatest strength.

The only actor who could raise the level of a work within a rigid set.

But here’s where the problem started.

‘I can’t exactly say “I’m in big trouble if I don’t hit Netflix 1st place for 2 weeks…”‘

Besides, hitting Netflix 1st place for 2 weeks isn’t like winning 1st place at a neighborhood talent show, so he wouldn’t say “Oh I see! I’ll make that happen for you!”

‘He might even treat me like a weirdo…’

Dreams that are too high tend to be incomprehensible to people.

Especially for someone like himself who had just done one leading role and was barely shedding his rookie image, Netflix 1st place for 2 weeks was too distant a story.

He’d be lucky if he didn’t get scolded with ‘I guess you’ve gotten arrogant from the good reviews in the industry lately~~.’

‘Then how should I bring it up…’

Kim Ji-hu, who had been wracking his brain alone, soon made up his mind.

‘Should I just suggest something like a study session?’

That wouldn’t be too bad, would it?

Actors studying together wasn’t that strange, and Oh Jin-woo might be able to create better ad-libs too.

Kim Ji-hu slapped his knee.

‘Am I a genius…? To think of something like this.’

Having finished his thoughts, Kim Ji-hu headed toward Oh Jin-woo.

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“Yes? I’m fine with it.”

He was flatly rejected.

“Why, why not? If we do a study group, it seems like… it would be better somehow…”

“I prefer preparing for acting alone when it comes to acting.”

Oh Jin-woo was speaking with eyes that showed absolutely no interest.

‘Then, then what should I do…’

In fact, if that’s how he felt, there wasn’t much to say.

As he was worrying alone like that, Oh Jin-woo opened his mouth.

“But what wind is blowing that makes you want to do a study group? Don’t you usually not like meeting people much?”

“Ah… well… I also want to learn acting a bit… and if we encourage each other, wouldn’t we be able to show better acting… I thought…”

Kim Ji-hu said that while smiling slightly.

‘If I said I proposed this to help Oh Jin-woo grow, the picture would be a bit strange…’

But Kim Ji-hu had an idea.

“‘Armchair Reviewer,’ would you like to work with me? I’m confident I can treat you the best.”

Those words he had heard before.

Didn’t that mean Oh Jin-woo also felt the necessity of the Armchair Reviewer?

Especially since the trigger for saying those words was pointing out Oh Jin-woo’s acting, it felt even more so.

Kim Ji-hu was thinking of using that.

“Oho.”

Oh Jin-woo let out a small exclamation at Kim Ji-hu’s words.

“If Ji-hu insists on it, I’ll help you out. Would it be okay if I look at your acting once or twice a week?”

“Ah… yes…”

Things were flowing strangely somehow, but it was fortunate that they decided to do it anyway.

“That aside, won’t you be busy, Ji-hu? It seems like variety shows are looking for you right now.”

“For now… my manager hasn’t mentioned anything… so I’m not sure.”

“Well, if that’s how you feel. Then let’s start from tomorrow. We’ve entered filming, so there’s no need to take it easy.”

“Understood…!”

Kim Ji-hu didn’t know.

How busy he was going to become from this point on.

And how much he would suffer.

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“Director…”

“What.”

“Was I lacking talent? Or was my effort insufficient?”

“Compared to Ji-hu, it would be both. That’s why you didn’t receive it.”

“…Is that so.”

Then someone smacked his back!

“Director! What kind of words are those to someone who’s already depressed every day!”

“Hey, you bastard. Where is there an assistant director who hits the director!”

“Didn’t you say something that deserved hitting!”

The person who got hit on the back was Director Park Sang-pil.

And the person being depressed in front was Jung Tae-hyun, who had the Best New Actor award stolen by Kim Ji-hu.

Jung Tae-hyun, who came to work on Director Park Sang-pil’s new project this time.

Ever since losing the Best New Actor award to Kim Ji-hu, every day had been like this.

It was fortunate they hadn’t entered filming yet, because if they had been filming, it would have been terrible.

Director Park Sang-pil rubbed his stinging back and said.

“It’s not like actors are in a competitive relationship like sports, you can lose one Best New Actor award. Why are you so depressed about it?”

“The Best New Actor award is something an actor can only receive once… It’s a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that I missed…”

“So what if you can’t receive an award! You just need to film your works for your fans.”

“Director, you don’t understand… You received the Grand Prize this time…”

Director Park Sang-pil clicked his tongue.

“Tsk tsk, then isn’t it something you can solve by proving you’re a superior actor through work performance?”

“Is, is that so?”

“Build an achievement with this work that Kim Ji-hu can’t surpass. Hit ten million viewers and win Best Actor at a film festival, then wouldn’t you beat Kim Ji-hu?”

“That, that seems right.”

“Then cheer up and go all-in on the work.”

“…But do you know what work Kim Ji-hu is doing next?”

Director Park Sang-pil smacked his lips.

“Probably… it seems like he’s going to Netflix?”

“Then… is this the timing for me to get ahead?”

“Of course. In the movie field, that is.”

Jung Tae-hyun seemed to gradually regain his spirits.

“I’ve decided. Director. I’ll become an actor that Kim Ji-hu can’t even look at.”

“Yeah, yeah, work hard.”

Director Park Sang-pil thought while hearing those words.

‘Ji-hu…, sorry. But this guy seems like he’ll only film works this way.’

Kim Ji-hu’s talent and effort were already at a level that was hard for others to catch up to.

Especially since he hadn’t been in the industry long and had infinite growth potential, he might feel like a big wall to actors of the same generation.

‘But I am curious. How much Kim Ji-hu can grow.’

He had continued growing until now, but what kind of appearance would he show in his next work, and the work after that?

As a director and as someone who loves creative works, he couldn’t help but be curious.

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