I’m an Unknown Actress, But Everyone Knows Me - Chapter 193

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Episode 193

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Manager Ma stretched the shirt collar with her index finger. But the sturdy fabric remained crisp and rigid. Gulping down her Americano, Manager Ma lamented.

‘Ah-. It’s even harder since I haven’t worn one in a while.’

Giving up the three-for-9,900-won flimsy t-shirts and wearing a stiff shirt was no easy task.

‘But there’s no choice.’

She had to show that JC ENM had assigned this level of personnel to Han Yeoreum.

‘I need to give the feeling that she can grow even more in the future.’

Manager Ma sat on the 2nd floor, looking down at the darkened stage.

‘It’s small.’

Others congratulated her saying a newcomer had sold out 1,500 seats, but Manager Ma felt an absurd thirst.

‘It should be at least double this size.’

Alone without Kwon Junhyeok, as Han Yeoreum instead of Seoryeong. She was itching to host a fan meeting like that.

Plans were being busily formulated in Manager Ma’s head.

“Manager Ma!”

She was measuring the completeness of her plan when someone called her.

Clank-.

A Taiwanese official opened the door to the 2nd floor hall and entered. Manager Ma also stood up and greeted him. A business handshake was exchanged.

“How is it? Do you like the interior of the hall?”

“Of course. It’s very good.”

The Taiwanese executive who had readily agreed to their request to open the doors early to look around the interior before the full rehearsal was all smiles.

“The interior is designed so the 1st floor screen can be seen well from all directions-.”

The explanation the Taiwanese executive had prepared was delivered to Manager Ma through an interpreter. Manager Ma nodded and looked down below.

The vast stage spread out in a circle was structured so voices would resonate softly.

‘It’s the optimal location.’

Manager Ma was determined to secure investment from the Taiwanese executive here today. She had finished designing her plan on the airplane.

“Oh, come to think of it, our actress has quite a deep connection with Taiwan.”

Manager Ma, who had been pretending to listen intently to the explanation, brought up the main point.

“, which was a box office success in Korea last year, will be released in Taiwan soon, won’t it.”

“Ah, that’s right. We in Taiwan are already looking forward to it.”

“With so many people coming to the fan meeting, I’m sure they’ll gladly go to the movie theater to watch it too.”

“It’s already being counted as a highly anticipated film. Actually, I’ve already seen it!”

had started its push into the Asian market, riding on its success in Korea. Soon, Han Yeoreum’s face would be displayed in Taiwanese movie theaters.

“Since you’ve already seen it, I can speak comfortably. is scheduled to enter production soon.”

When she leaked information about the production of the successful Korean film, the Taiwanese executive’s eyes changed as if he had caught on.

“This time too, our JC side is handling both production and distribution.”

The Taiwanese executive was probably calculating Han Yeoreum’s current market value as well.

“If reliable investors join hands with us, I think will also be able to achieve success.”

Manager Ma smiled leisurely.

‘So trust us and invest.’

The image Manager Ma was aiming for. The appearance of an actress who was serious about Han Yeoreum’s acting would be solidified through film. She had to make a definite impact with the first observational variety show.

‘The script reading scene alone will have enough impact.’

Since the broadcasting companies weren’t fighting each other, there was no reason to get red-faced, and the public also rated movies higher than dramas.

“I’m so pleased that you’re making this proposal first.”

The executive knew how to skillfully dodge. Manager Ma waited calmly.

‘Moving up the script reading schedule isn’t difficult, but…’

JC ENM was producing and also handling distribution. True to the nature of a series, the main character casting was already complete. They could enter script reading immediately.

‘The problem is the power struggle.’

If handled poorly, she might get a reputation for showing off just because a supporting actress had a good agency. But if Taiwan invested after seeing Han Yeoreum, the story would be different.

‘When the total production budget increases, the scene quality changes.’

Money doesn’t lie. If the smell of money permeated the sets, CG, and music, it would have much more flavor.

‘The climax scenes with the lead actors will become more sophisticated.’

Then it would essentially become a situation where they were receiving help from Han Yeoreum. It would improve the quality of a representative work that would remain in her filmography.

“Investment is something we need to discuss internally on our side in various ways… The film itself was really excellent though, I enjoyed it very much.”

The Taiwanese executive’s words grew longer. Even though it had been successful in Korea, the two leads’ recognition in Taiwan was still low.

Since investment wasn’t something that happened overnight, his caution was understandable.

‘But what about Han Yeoreum?’

If Taiwan decided to invest based on their faith in Han Yeoreum, they could even gain the title of expanding the Korean Wave market with one work.

‘It’s not just moving up the script reading schedule because of Han Yeoreum alone, but completing a bigger picture.’

The Taiwanese executive seemed to be pondering. That’s when it happened.

Pin point lighting turned on at the center of the stage. The direction Manager Ma had prepared began. Someone was standing on the stage she thought was empty.

The Taiwanese executive’s eyes widened at the unexpected effect.

“Huh? Who is that?”

Because her face was turned to the left, it was shadowed and couldn’t be seen properly. Manager Ma answered, putting strength into each word.

“Our actress Han Yeoreum also has extraordinary love for Taiwan.”

The moment her head turned from left to right, Yeoreum’s face was revealed under the lighting.

“Even though I told her to rest, she insisted on doing the rehearsal earlier because she wanted to try it.”

Even from far away, she was clearly visible. Han Yeoreum’s eyes sparkled as she stood on stage looking around the audience seats. He could feel her gaze turning toward them immediately.

The rehearsal staff handed her a microphone. Yeoreum showed no signs of being flustered by the rehearsal starting earlier than scheduled. She greeted them as if she had been waiting.

“Hello, fans in Taiwan. I’m Seoryeong from .”

Yeoreum’s voice introducing herself in practiced Taiwanese resonated softly. The Taiwanese executive was quietly watching Yeoreum’s greeting.

“Perfect greeting, right?”

“That’s right.”

“The Korean public’s favorability toward Taiwan is also rising because of this video.”

Manager Ma threw the bait to the Taiwanese executive,

“What video do you mean?”

He asked.

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And at this very moment, reviews of Yeoreum’s real-life videos were circulating in Korea.

Intube

[Han Yeoreum Departure Real-Life Video Review] 00:59

Views: 130,000

It was an Intuber specializing in ‘close-up real-life’ filming of celebrities up close, with the concept of experiencing the vividness of filming with a cell phone camera rather than a broadcast camera, as if seeing and filming the real person right in front of you.

[Anonymous teen forum/ But seriously, fan moms really go overboard with the editing lol ㅠ You can really tell when you watch those candid videos]

Fan photographers’ previews were all edited too…

-Yeah of course lol they’re intentionally adding so much noise ㅠ

-I really want to see celebrities who survived real-life haters just once up close.. ㅠ They must be different from us mere mortals for real

The fans of a certain male idol who were claiming that broadcast cams should be destroyed all flocked to some middle-aged guy’s real-life hunter videos this time lmaooo ㅋㅋㅋ

-I work in a job where I see a lot of celebrities in person, and the reviews from people who hunt for real-life sightings are legit – everyone says pretty much the same thing ㅇㅇ

This summer’s airport footage that became a hot topic wasn’t from her departure at Incheon.

[The moment I saw her, she had that “I’m a celebrity” KC certification mark beauty]

It was Yeoreum’s appearance upon arriving at Taiwan Airport. The local Taiwanese people calling out Seoryeong’s name from all directions gave viewers a taste of national pride.

[Insane proportions, face so small you have to zoom the lens several times, catch-me-if-you-can beauty]

With fans crowding around both sides of Yeoreum as she looked around in a daze, it made people realize the popularity of in Taiwan. Moreover, the unedited audio in the video made the reality feel more vivid.

[Fans calling her name made her eyes well up with tears, blood sugar levels I want to pamper every day]

As Yeoreum’s face came closer and closer, the video went into slow motion. It felt like watching her right in front of your eyes rather than through a screen.

[Making eye contact with each person as she walks, that innocent face like a congressman campaigning]

Their eyes met through the lens. Yeoreum smiled and bowed her head politely in greeting. It was an affectionate gaze.

[Definitely manipulating memories like Men in Black to make me think I liked this person during my school days, first love beauty]

People who made eye contact with Han Yeoreum felt the illusion of being completely seen through, just like the subtitle described. Han Yeoreum was exactly like the image of an idealized first love that might have actually existed.

[Top 5 actress when seen in person, addictive beauty I want to see again next time]

While watching Yeoreum walk away, the short video ended before they knew it. It wasn’t because the video was less than a minute long. The time that actually felt experienced was far too short.

-Thank you for uploading the 36-hour video

What are you talking about? I’ve been watching for 48 hours straight now?

You’re all wrong. This video is 18,263 hours long.

Hey guys, this was posted yesterday;;;

-But seriously, I never get tired of watching it.. Customer, you’re just my first love

The number of likes and comments was significantly higher compared to other videos.

“Okay. This works!”

Manager Hong quickly grasped the situation. He scrolled down to check the comment reactions and immediately spread it to communities.

‘Even without or ‘Seoryeong’ in the title, if there’s this level of response…’

It meant that a considerable number of people with high favorability toward Han Yeoreum had emerged.

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