Chapter 1: the truth
After taking the script handed over by the agent, Lu Yan read it seriously.
This time it is a historical drama. Whether it is the main creator or the main actor, it can be called a huge lineup, and even the costumes and props are quite elegant. It is said that professionals are specially invited to be consultants. It can be seen that the investors have also made great efforts. Moreover, historical dramas are now in vogue, and many people are filming and watching them. Without any estimation, it can be imagined that it will definitely be another hit drama after the filming. Then the main creator and the main actor and the investors gained both fame and fortune, and everyone was very happy.
But all this has little to do with Lu Yan.
The role he received was Male N, an ignorant playboy. Because he covets the beauty of the heroine, he is destined to be a cannon fodder on the hero's growth path, and the end is naturally miserable and heartwarming. Such a role does not even have much room to play. Even if Lu Yan has a good appearance and acting skills, it cannot save him from being destined to be cast aside by the audience. After all, although the tastes of today's audience have changed, there are also a large part of the audience who have a soft spot for the villain, but it must also be a handsome, cool and arrogant boss with equal attention to beauty and wisdom, personality and strength, not this kind of boss. There is no sense of existence and even some wretched little people.
Lu Yan could almost predict that after the episode aired, his role would either be submerged in the multitude of roles, or would be pulled out by fans of the hero and heroine to constantly whip the corpse to prove the true love and ups and downs of the hero and heroine. At most, there are only a few of their own fans who are obsessed with their face for a while and then complain about why they want to take such a bad role, plus a sentence of tiredness and dislike.
Lu Yan sighed silently in his heart. In recent years, almost all of the roles he has received are like this. They are not brilliant and have no special features. Most of the time, they are still annoying and disgusting. Except for a few true fans, few people will pay attention and care. But if he doesn't pick up, not only will he not have a job, but he will also receive constant cynicism from the broker.
Lu Yan's manager is called Fang Meng. In addition to Lu Yan, there are three or four artists under his management. Like Lu Yan, they are not famous in the third or fourth line. Fang Meng always complained that he was underappreciated, the company didn't pay attention to his talent at all, and all that was thrown to him were unpopular and worthless artists. Although Fang Meng was not too harsh on them, he was not too concerned about his work. He spent more of his time cursing the company executives and popular artists.
It is conceivable that Lu Yan's situation today is inseparable from such an irresponsible broker. However, with his status and value today, it is almost impossible to change an agent.
When the tide was really low, Lu Yan also thought a little to himself that he might just leave the entertainment industry. He can't say how young he is now, but he is not too old.
However, it was not reconciled after all.
Lu Yan likes acting. So he did not take the college entrance examination and went directly to the Academy of Performing Arts. He is talented and hardworking. During his time at school, he could be regarded as a man of influence. He was favored by his teachers, admired by his classmates, and admired by his fans. Lu Yan was a low-key and humble person, but he was not proud in his heart.
However, when he really stepped into this bizarre world, the situation was completely different from when he was in school.
Since an important audition died due to an accident, it seems that his life's luck has gone with it, and the ill-fated life is simply the best portrayal of his journey.
Lu Yan's appearance is very good. He is the kind of handsome and threatening that people often say, with sword eyebrows and star eyes, thin lips and a straight nose. He has a good figure, wide shoulders, narrow waist, and two long legs. He is a natural clothes hanger. During his school days, he also made a cameo appearance as a plane model several times. After his debut, he has also become a capital for those few fans to show off.
Lu Yan's acting is also good. Although because of his academic background, it was inevitable to have some academic marks at the beginning, and then after a few years of tempering, coupled with his own efforts, every time he studied and figured out, not only his own, but also other people's roles, his acting skills were natural. more sophisticated.
Ironically, even with his efforts, he has yet to receive a role that would allow him to give full play to his strength. People say that gold always shines, but when he came to him, only fish-eyes were left.
All he needs is a chance. From the beginning, Lu Yan was so convinced.
After so many years, it is not that he has not encountered opportunities, but every time he passes by for one reason or another, it is embarrassing.
If at the beginning, Lu Yan was arrogant and uneven, but now his blood and edges have long been smoothed out by reality. His edge has not even been exposed, and he has been forced to hide.
The situation is stronger than people, and he has to bow his head.
But what about after bowing?
Lu Yan secretly smiled bitterly, and the smile when he raised his head has become humble and grateful, "That's it, brother Fang."
Fang Meng nodded, showing a smile I knew, patted Lu Yan on the shoulder, and said slightly sarcastically, "Xiao Lu is still sensible, unlike those few, who picks and chooses and doesn't even look at them. My own identity. I don't have any skills, and I have a good temper, so it's no wonder that I can't stand out."
Lu Yan smiled and did not respond.
Talking about people's strengths and weaknesses behind their backs, Lu Yan would not do such a thing. It should be noted that there are ears on the wall, and people do not know when they have offended them. Even if the person who said it is a small person now, who knows when it will become a big person or climb a big person.
Lu Yan had also heard that Fang Meng was unintentionally offended because of his bad mouth and was wearing small shoes, so that he did not get the attention of the company.
Of course, he also wouldn't remind Fang Meng of such a thing.
Seeing that Lu Yan didn't talk, Fang Meng felt bored, and put away his smile and explained, "Then you are ready, and you will join the crew the day after tomorrow. Although it is not an important role, don't give people the impression of playing a big name."
Lu Yan nodded, he naturally understood this.
Fang Meng was about to open the door and leave when he turned around again, with a meaningful smile, "Little Lu, your luck is still good. If it wasn't for a good friend of a big star, even such a role would not be worth it. It may not fall into your hands. You have to know how many people want to be in Director Wang's play."
Lu Yan was startled, "Xu Yongzhou?"
Fang Meng seemed to be smiling but not smiling, "Apart from him, do you have any other big star friends?"
Lu Yan was silent for a while, Fang Meng had already left.
Thinking of Xu Yongzhou, Lu Yan's eyes were slightly confused, and an inexplicable emotion flashed in his heart.
Xu Yongzhou was Lu Yan's college classmate and roommate.
When Lu Yan was in college, his limelight was very strong, and there was no two for a while. If he had to find someone who could compare with him, it would only be Xu Yongzhou, and he could even be called a bright moment.
However, after leaving the campus, the situation of the two is very different.
Xu Yongzhou is now in full swing, a hot star, and he was named the best actor at last year's Golden Watch Awards. Everyone said that he deserved it.
Thinking of the time when he was in school, although the other party was outstanding, he was still overwhelmed by him everywhere, like a dream.
Lu Yan felt a tinge of bitterness in his heart.
But having said that, in this world where the walls are pushed down by everyone, there are still people who can pull him everywhere, and Lu Yan still feels warm.
Over the years, every time he was in trouble and had no work to do, almost always Xu Yongzhou stepped in to help introduce the crew and characters. Although his self-esteem was somewhat subtle and frustrated, Lu Yan was not someone who didn't know what to do. I am also very fortunate to have such a good friend and brother.
Thinking of this, Lu Yan let out a slight sigh of relief, took care of his complicated emotions, took out his mobile phone and dialed a number, the pleasant music rang for two sentences, and he was picked up. The familiar and hearty voice came, "Hey…"
Lu Yan couldn't help but smiled, "Yongzhou, it's me, Lu Yan."
The other party seemed to just know who it was, and smiled: "It's you, Lu Yan, how is it, have you seen the new script? I'm really sorry that the character is not very good. Originally I wanted to help you win the second male lead, but the company recently happened to be There are newcomers to support, you know me too..."
Lu Yan interrupted in a low voice: "Don't say that, I understand, I'm already very grateful."
There was another smile, "You and my brother, do you need to say thank you?"
Lu Yan also smiled, his mood seemed to relax with the word "brother", and his tone also brought a bit of ridicule, "That big star, when you have time to admire your face, I will invite you to a meal."
"Haha, I'm welcome. But I have something to do in the past two days. I'll talk about it when I meet with the crew in three days."
"En." After a few more casual chats, Lu Yan hung up the phone.
The male protagonist of this historical drama is Xu Yongzhou, so after three days, he will be able to see each other again.
The next day Lu Yan went to audition for another movie.
The director is the famous director Qi Bai in China. His films are very flavorful. Although he has not won an international award, he has won a lot of domestic awards. The script is also very good. The screenwriter is Yan Zhan, a well-known gold medal screenwriter in the industry. The films these two have collaborated on are basically box office guarantees. Of course, what makes Lu Yan the most cautious is that the role he was auditioned for this time, although it is a supporting role, is a very important and dramatic role, with a lot of inner drama, if the actor plays well, he will be very good, you are welcome It's not impossible to hit the best supporting role, of course, if it doesn't play well, it may be vulgar. Naturally, Lu Yan is still very confident in his acting skills.
Getting this chance to audition is accidental and inevitable.
The executive assistant director of this film, Lu Yan has worked with him before, and he has been busy with the other party inadvertently, so he has a good impression of Lu Yan. When I saw this role this time, I immediately thought of him and mentioned it to Director Qi. After a while, Director Qi asked him to come directly to audition.
When receiving the call, Lu Yan was a little excited. He has always believed that he is not lacking in strength, the only difference is an opportunity. If he can take over this role this time, Lu Yan is confident that he can play well.
Lu Yan didn't tell Fang Meng about this. For some reason, he subconsciously felt that Fang Meng was unreliable and that he was hiding something important from him. He didn't count on Fang Meng, so when Fang Meng asked him to take on a bad role again yesterday, he was neither angry nor resisting. I didn't have high expectations, so I won't be disappointed.
The audition went well.
Lu Yan completed the scene designated by the director very well, and then asked him to go back and wait for the notice.
When he walked out of the studio, Lu Yan smiled slightly, and his whole body felt a sense of relaxation. He believed that the role was already a good deal. During the audition just now, although Director Qi had not spoken, Lu Yan did not ignore the admiration and recognition in his eyes.
I'm in a good mood. Lu Yan didn't want to go back so quickly for a while. He will join the cast of the historical drama tomorrow. Although he is a small character, the timeline is a bit long. The little character has no privileges, so he can only follow the crew all the time. Can't be this leisurely for a while.
Lu Yan walked all the way, and when he passed the central square, he accidentally caught a glimpse of two familiar figures sitting in the corner of a remote cafe.
One is his manager Fang Meng, and the other is wearing sunglasses and a hat as a disguise, but the figure behind Lu Yan will not admit his mistake, it is his good friend and good brother Xu Yongzhou.
Lu Yan frowned, how could these two sit together?
A not-so-comfortable intuition caused him to sneak in, picking a blind spot where they could hear their whispered conversation and sit down.
The truth is always so ugly.