Huayu: The Best Actor starts with obtaining the role entry

Chapter 212 - Liu Yifei, Liu Shishi, Yang Mi, and Tang Yan unleash their full power!

"You're amazing!"

Yang Mi gave a thumbs up, her surprise and joy no less than Bai Ye's.

Liu Shishi has agreed to participate, so Tang Yan certainly won't have any problems either.

Then Liu Yifei was added.

This brings together all the great poets of the Tang Dynasty.

And most importantly, she's the female lead in this drama!

If we look at it this way, then the person who will ultimately benefit is definitely ourselves.

Her eyes darted around, taking advantage of the fact that Liu Shishi and Tang Yan were still chatting and not paying attention to what was happening here.

Yang Mi whispered in Bai Ye's ear, "Bai Ye, remember to include in the character settings you give me that I should surpass all of their shows. Make sure I'm more famous than them or something!"

Yang Mi's little scheme.

There was no way to hide it anymore.

Even though it's just a setting in a TV series, some people who watch it might subconsciously come to believe that's how it is!

I'll be able to gain some advantage in the end.

"I haven't even told you what their cameo roles are, and you've already started?!"

Bai Ye looked at Yang Mi helplessly; he hadn't even told her about the script yet.

You knew it was going to be a cameo scene featuring only celebrities?!
"I'm just guessing. After all, if you want to use real-world popularity, you have to make them celebrities too!" Yang Mi said, then urged anxiously, "Just tell me if it's okay, and I'll grant you one request if you grant me one request!"

Yang Mi was going all out.

He didn't say what request he had agreed to for Bai Ye.

But Yang Mi felt that Bai Ye should know what she meant.

With little time left, if she didn't talk to Bai Ye first and then discuss the cameo role with them when they arrived, her little plan would fall through.

Therefore, Yang Mi could only offer what she considered a decent deal to get Bai Ye to agree to her temporarily.

"Sister Honey, this isn't something that can be solved with just one condition. I don't want to die so young."

After Bai Ye finished speaking, meeting her gaze, he continued, "Sister Mi, I'm not talking about the three of them, but their fans. If I dared to write that, I'd probably be torn to shreds by their fans!"

Although it's just a setting in a TV series.

But Yang Mi knew all of these little schemes of hers, so how could anyone else not know?!
Liu Yifei and the others will definitely be able to figure it out; it won't be something I can explain away with just a few words.

It's questionable whether they will even agree.

People are only making cameo appearances out of courtesy. If this is to boost Yang Mi's profile, wouldn't that be asking me to do something that offends people?!

Bai Ye hasn't offended anyone over that little thing.

Even with Yang Mi's resentful gaze, Bai Ye remained steadfast in his decision.

"what's the topic?"

Yang Mi and Bai Ye's whispered conversation had already attracted the attention of others.

They hadn't originally planned to come.

However, I'm also worried that if we keep chatting, something might turn out to be detrimental to me.

Liu Shishi had thought of it. Yang Mi's pleading look just now was very clear to Liu Shishi, and she guessed that something was about to happen again.

Therefore, she didn't give Yang Mi and Bai Ye any time alone together.

After Liu Shishi and Tang Yan gathered around, the others naturally followed suit.

Especially the four people who will be making cameo appearances.

The production team hasn't started filming yet, so we don't know anything about the plot.

"Since you're all here, Bai Ye, just say it: we'll film your cameo scenes today!"

Although the cameo role can't be very big.

But more is better.

Lin Yufen, like Bai Ye, believed in taking advantage of every possible advantage.

Bai Ye had just successfully persuaded her, and now that he thought about it, "My Love from the Star" might be another significant milestone in his directing career.

"pity."

Hearing Lin Yufen's words, Yang Mi secretly felt it was a pity.

She hadn't even achieved her goal yet, but the person had already arrived, so it was clearly impossible to continue thinking about her previous ideas.

She gave Bai Ye a resentful look. If he had just agreed, none of this would have happened!

Does that mean they're already tired of it?!
Bai Ye rejected him without even the slightest hesitation.

This made Yang Mi wonder if her charm was waning.

"I heard there are four of them making cameo appearances?!"

Huang Xiaoming asked curiously.

Originally, it was only Yang Ying who was supposed to be there, but he thought it was fine this way.

If all four of them could be grouped together, even if they only make an appearance, there would still be plenty of footage to follow.

However, the script will probably depend on Bai Ye's decision at this point.

"Yes, since it's a cameo, I didn't design too much of a plot. Director Lin, what do you think of me adding this cameo part at the very beginning?!"

Yang Mi plays Yang Songyi, a top female star, who attends an international fashion gala and is besieged by three other female stars on the red carpet.

Four people are competing for the global ambassadorship of a top luxury brand, and the camera uses media flashes and reporters' dialogue to build up the tension.

Then Yang Ying can act out the host's lines.

As for Yang Ying, let's just forget about her; after all, she only intended to make a cameo appearance in the first place.

However, the other three are different. They are all top-tier celebrities, and Bai Ye doesn't want to make things too ugly because of a cameo role.

Do you really want their popularity and buzz, or do you want to offend them?!

Therefore, when designing this, it is necessary to take into account the other three guest appearances.

Upon hearing Bai Ye's proposed plot, Lin Yufen's eyes lit up.

She thinks it's a good idea!

Moreover, more scenes could be filmed.

Although it's just a cameo, if this plot point were included in the early stages, it would add some appeal.

The script portrays Yang Songyi as a national star, and she is destined to win in the end.

But this could allow for some interactions with Professor White.

In short, this plot is malleable and does not affect the overall storyline.

"host?!"

Yang Ying's eyes lit up after hearing Bai Ye's words. She had originally thought that she wouldn't have any scenes.

If you have a host now, you should at least have a line or two, right?

"Thank you!"

Huang Xiaoming patted Bai Ye on the shoulder, regardless of Bai Ye's reasons for using this plan.

However, Bai Ye's suggestion did indeed make Huang Xiaoming, who was originally just hoping for a minor role, feel a little more grateful.

After all, they not only gave him the opportunity to appear on screen, but also provided him with lines.

Sometimes, having lines or not makes only one or two extra shots.

However, this is also a difficult hurdle for actors to overcome.

"So how should the plot be designed for what happens next?!"

Lin Yufen nodded in agreement.

But what about the subsequent plot development?!

You can't just show your face and give a brief description, can you?
But if it's not like this, will they add more scenes for them later? Will their cameo roles be changed to something else?

Overall, Lin Yufen felt it would be a real shame if these three people only made a cameo appearance.

"I think we could design a dress that's been tampered with, since Yang Songyi has many enemies in the industry due to her personality."

Then the four of them posed for a seemingly friendly photo, but in reality, they were engaged in a battle of subtle expressions.

As for which storyline it will be incorporated into, that's up to the director to decide!

Bai Ye explained his thoughts.

This can be placed at the beginning, or in episode eleven, or even later.

In short, this role itself is not very large, and whether it can be added later depends on Lin Yufen's ability to integrate it into the storyline.

Originally, nothing in the plot was changed.

After listening to Bai Ye's words, Lin Yufen pondered for a while, then nodded and said, "No problem, then let's film according to your script."

I'll decide where to put it next and then show it to you!

That's not a problem.

After all, this is what I, as the director, should have thought about.

Bai Ye had already come up with this plot for herself.

Moreover, this kind of rivalry is quite common in the entertainment industry.

Even Liu Yifei and Liu Shishi are secretly fighting each other right now!

Thinking of this, Lin Yufen turned to Liu Yifei and the other two and asked, "What do you think of the plot?!"

She thought it was fine, but the key was what the guest actor thought.

Whether others are willing to follow their own ideas.

"I think it's quite interesting."

Liu Yifei nodded; the plot was quite cleverly designed.

It's quite interesting too.

Judging from Bai Ye's words, it seems she's playing a celebrity in a TV series?!

Fun!

It's so much fun!
Being a celebrity in real life and then playing a celebrity in a TV series is something Liu Yifei finds genuinely interesting.

"I don't have any problem either!"

Tang Yan and Liu Shishi both said it was no problem.

They actually shared similar thoughts with Liu Yifei.

"Then you guys go and do the makeup and styling. Makeup and styling are simple for modern dramas. I'll just shoot some of the earlier scenes first!" Lin Yufen said, then called the makeup artist and costume designer over.

There's no time to lose; we need to finish filming this scene today.

"Wait a minute, let me talk about your makeup and styling first. Just follow your real-life personas."

First of all, Yifei should go for a cool and ethereal look, and she should wear a white dress.

The senior sister needs to highlight an elegant and composed temperament, so she needs a light-colored cheongsam style.

Finally, Tangtang said that you should have a bright and mature look, with a deep V-neck red dress and makeup. Do as I say!

Yang Ying should dress as a typical host, perhaps in a shimmering silver-white dress paired with bright red lipstick. I think that would be perfect!

First of all, this is the basic style of the four of them, or rather, the public's perception of their persona.

Tang Yan is also going for a mature and sophisticated style.

Regarding Bai Ye's arrangements, Tang Yan chuckled and joked, "You really understand me!"

She truly didn't expect Bai Ye to arrange a mature, sophisticated style for her.

Come to think of it, the company used to want me to project a naive and innocent image.

She actually prefers the mature, sophisticated type.

The makeup and styling of all four were based on Bai Ye's design.

The costume designers and makeup artists got to work, while Bai Ye and Yang Mi were scheduled to film some scenes that hadn't been completed the day before.

The filming lasted for almost two and a half hours.

When the four of them came out after they had finished getting ready, the entire crew gasped in surprise.

nice!

These four people are all incredibly good-looking in the entertainment industry, and they're only in their early twenties, right in their prime.

"Wow, Sisi, you're so beautiful! Sisi, you smell so good!!!"

Shu Chang moved closer to Liu Yifei and unconsciously sniffed the air.

This outfit!
It's absolutely gorgeous.

"Singer, pay attention to your image!"

Liu Yifei said something in an annoyed tone.

Why is Shu Chang getting so close?!

However, she was quite satisfied with her makeup and styling.

However, the people next to them are quite good-looking too.

Tang Yan's mature and sophisticated style, Liu Shishi's elegant cheongsam, or Yang Ying's shimmering silver-white dress.

It perfectly highlights the beauty of the four women.

She also admired Bai Ye a little, not only for his ability to guide actors in acting, but also for his ability to discover the beauty in actors!

"Are you stunned?! Snap out of it!"

Yang Mi, standing to the side, said something that sounded a little jealous.

This guy has been staring at that direction ever since the four of them came out.

what? !
It really is the fairy sister who's here! This makes all the difference!

"I think their makeup and styling are quite suitable. What do you think, Director Lin?"

Bai Ye coughed lightly, then turned to look at Lin Yufen.

His gaze was mainly on the other three people. As for Yang Ying, she was indeed quite beautiful, but he didn't have Cao Cao's taste.

These three people truly have different perspectives on beauty.

"Great! I think it's excellent. Your scenes are finished, so we can start filming theirs now. Makeup artist and costume designer, take Yang Mi to touch up her makeup and change clothes, and we'll begin the next scene immediately!!"

Lin Yufen immediately told someone to take Yang Mi away.

Yang Mi, who had just followed the person, was still in a daze.

That can't be right!

I still hadn't asked myself the question.

How did they get taken away?!

Lin Yufen directed the event crew to quickly set up the red carpet scene. The backdrop featured the logo of the virtual luxury brand CELINE, while extras dressed as reporters were arranged on both sides, snapping photos with long lenses and microphones.

After touching up her makeup, Yang Mi wore a beige coat with a black thong, her arms crossed, exuding the aura of Yang Songyi.

In contrast, Liu Yifei wore a white fishtail dress with diamond hair accessories and slightly raised her chin as she walked slowly down the red carpet.

In front of the camera, Liu Yifei felt that she had also entered a state of mind.

The moment the two brushed past each other, Bai Ye called out, "Cut! Stop! Can you two at least look each other in the eye when you pass each other?!"
For example, Liu Yifei raised her eyebrows slightly, while Yang Mi smiled insincerely and pursed her lips.

Don't just casually pass by like that! How can you be so indifferent when facing competing actors?

In this segment, Lin Yufen directly delegated authority to Bai Ye, allowing Bai Ye to participate in the filming.

When it came to Liu Shishi, she wore a light-colored cheongsam with a pearl necklace and waved gently at the camera; everything seemed fine until then.

But later, when it came time for the group photo, Bai Ye couldn't help but say, "Senior Sister, could you deliberately turn to the side and block half of Tang Yan's view when you take the photo?"

And then, Tangtang, you reached out and tugged at her skirt?!

Oh, and we need to reshoot the scene from earlier, where you deliberately step on Yang Mi's skirt.

Then Yang Mi, you have to "accidentally" crush your toes with your high heels, and Tangtang Jie, you have to contort your face in pain but force a smile.

And Yang Ying!!! What are you acting?! What's with that glare?!

Bai Ye was like a tyrant on the film set.

Bai Ye pointed out all the problems and small details that they hadn't even realized.

This cameo role was pure torture.

"Micro-expressions!! Micro-expressions are very important. Also, Yang Ying, your lines should subtly criticize Yang Songyi, don't be so biased towards her. Expressions are very important!!"

"Yes. See, you're not glaring, are you?! Yes, keep that pose, start!!!"

Bai Ye stared intently at Yang Ying.

no! ?
Is this person really acting?!

He hesitated for a fleeting moment.

Fortunately, it seems that adjustments can still be made later.

The acting wasn't great, but it was passable for a host.

Next scene.

The scene where Yang Mi's dress was "tampered with" was filmed.

As Yang Mi turned around, the zipper on her back suddenly popped open, revealing her back, causing an uproar. In a panic, she grabbed her assistant's coat to cover herself, while the other three had varying expressions.

"Yifei is frowning. You're thinking that she's trying to create hype, while Shishijie, you're covering your mouth in surprise, but you're actually secretly laughing."

Next up is Sister Tangtang. You should be more direct; just roll your eyes and give her a look that says she deserved it!

These will all incorporate some psychological elements later on.

At this point, it's time to explain the micro-expressions of the three of them to them.

Wow, there are so many intricacies involved! Do you know more about female celebrities than the celebrities themselves?!

Yang Mi couldn't help but complain.

This really is a microcosm of life in the entertainment industry!
However, she also thought this part of the story was very good.

The other three agreed, but they did as Bai Ye said.

But that's it.
Unsurprisingly, Bai Ye found fault with him again.

"Yifei, can you stop acting so stiff?! Who are you trying to impress?! Even though you're portrayed as aloof and ethereal, you're not a real fairy. Aren't you tired of acting so stiffly?!"

And Senior Sister, what are you laughing at?! Your eyes!! Why are your eyes looking so lifeless again?!
"Sister Tangtang, don't overdo it with that eye-rolling! You're still in front of the camera; shouldn't a female celebrity have some basic manners?"

Bai Ye rubbed his forehead and pointed out their problems one by one.

Those watching from the sidelines were all dumbfounded.

There were so many details!

Huang Xiaoming's eyes lit up. No wonder his acting improved while filming "White Night". They even captured his micro-expressions and those fleeting moments of acting.

It would be strange if they didn't grow!

The more Bai Ye acted this way, the more Huang Xiaoming actually looked forward to his next performance!
After filming this scene, the five people on set were exhausted from Bai Ye's antics.

Even Liu Yifei was seriously doubting at this point whether she was really just making a cameo appearance!

In the past, we would have finished shooting several sets of scenes in such a long time.

But when it comes to Bai Ye, it's a serious case of meticulous attention to detail.

Although she was a little annoyed by the criticism, Liu Yifei really couldn't find a reason to refute it.

Fortunately, this scene was finished filming.

Before she could even catch her breath, Lin Yufen spoke up: "How about we add another scene?!"

After saying that, Lin Yufen shared what she had just thought of.

Lin Yufen added a scene at the last minute, having the four of them together for makeup touch-ups.

This is what she thought of when she asked the four of them to touch up their makeup.

Yang Mi sneered at herself in the mirror: "Some people are elegant on the surface, but behind the scenes they even use tricks like stepping on the hem of their skirts."

Tang Yan paused while applying lipstick: "It's better than some people 'accidentally' crushing someone's toes."

Liu Yifei closed her eyes and let the makeup artist apply powder: "Boring."

Liu Shishi suddenly interjected, "I heard that brands require their spokespeople to have a certain level of education."

Yang Mi suddenly stood up, the four of them locked eyes, and the stagehand was so startled that he knocked over his powder box, the scene frozen in time.

This part of the story mainly continues the conflict.

"Come again?"

Liu Yifei couldn't help but sigh inwardly.

No!

I'm absolutely not giving Bai Ye any more cameos from now on, and even if he does, I'll charge him! No way!!! He has to pay more!!!
Liu Yifei felt that making a cameo appearance for Bai Ye was really tiring.

But it was actually quite satisfying, as your mistakes could be pointed out bit by bit by the other party.

She even fantasized that if she collaborated with Bai Ye, would she be able to shed the "pretty face" label?

(End of this chapter)