Chinese entertainment: Top stars have no holidays

"How about it? Aren't these legs nice?"

"really."

Jiang Bai casually replied, then suddenly startled, turned around and found that director Da Peng was standing behind him at some point.

At this time, director Dapeng was dressed more than ten years older than he actually was, with a full head of gray hair, which gave him a similar look to Stephen Chow's character in "CJ7".

However, being caught staring at a beautiful woman's thighs in the act still made Jiang Bai somewhat embarrassed.

Noticing his embarrassment, Dapeng patted him on the shoulder nonchalantly: "What's wrong with that? What man doesn't love looking at beautiful women's legs?"

"I chose Nazar to play Ding Jianguo because of her beautiful legs."

"There's a scene in the script that specifically revolves around her legs."

Dapeng is a typical example of someone who made this basket of dumplings just for this dish of vinegar.

If you really want to know why Nazar was chosen to play the female lead, it's probably because her long, white legs are truly outstanding.

Because Ding Jianguo wears hot pants throughout the entire movie, they had to find an actress with beautiful legs to attract attention.

If a female lead is just a pretty face, and she doesn't attract attention, is she even a pretty face?

"Now that you're in the crew, let's shoot this scene tomorrow," Da Peng said enthusiastically.

Jiang Bai is naturally no problem.

At the director's suggestion, he readily followed the crew's stylist into the makeshift dressing room to get a buzz cut.

Meanwhile, Da Peng continued filming night scenes.

......

The next day.

Around 9 a.m., after having breakfast, Jiang Bai finished her makeup and arrived at an old warehouse rented by the film crew.

This warehouse has been converted into a car repair shop.

This is the home of Hu Liang, the male protagonist in the drama, and Cheng Gong also lives here with him.

The first floor is where they repair cars, and it's also where their temporary band rehearses and gathers.

The second floor is the small apartment of the two male protagonists.

Most of the scenes involving Jiang Bai will be filmed here.

Upon arriving at the scene, Jiang Bai finally had the opportunity to chat with the other two lead actors.

Qiao Shan, who plays Hu Liang, needs no introduction; he's a comedic actor whose looks and voice are inherently funny.

"Brother Shan, I'm your fan!" Jiang Bai said sincerely, holding Qiao Shan's chubby hand. "I watched every single episode of your comedy show, 'Happy Laughing Meeting Room'!"

Completely from the bottom of his heart, Jiang Bai really likes the show "Happy Meeting Room". He remembers when it first aired, he was still in high school and would stay up late every night to watch it.

"I was so sad when the show was canceled!" Jiang Bai said with a look of regret.

"I'm glad you like it." Qiao Shan smiled like a Maitreya Buddha and said with emotion, "This show is indeed very well made and has many fans."

"That's great, it seems we'll be getting along very well from now on."

"Absolutely!" Jiang Bai said, mimicking a Northeastern accent.

As for the other female lead, Nazar, Jiang Bai was more cautious.

"Hello, Teacher Nazha, I'm Jiang Bai, a new actor." He maintained social etiquette and greeted Nazha with a question mark.

This displeased Naza, who pouted and said, "What's wrong? You and Qiao Shan are so enthusiastic, but you're so formal with me."

"This..." Jiang Bai explained very seriously, "We're not familiar with each other, and I don't know your personality, so I chose to play it safe with this self-introduction."

Naza hummed and hawed a few times, "I'm easy to talk to, unlike some diva-like actresses."

Jiang Bai didn't respond to her question, whether she was hinting at something or not, and just chuckled a few times.

Everyone knows she's dating the "Pond Master" now!

And the owner's ex-girlfriend is Sister Shuangzi.

The drama that Jiang Bai and Shuangzi starred in is currently airing.

It's chaotic, so chaotic.

"Actors, get ready, we can start filming." The assistant director's voice interrupted the three people who were talking.

......

The studio lights were so bright they were almost blinding, a mix of warm yellow and cool white.

A wooden table with peeling paint, two folding chairs, a dazzling array of rock posters haphazardly pasted on the wall, and several dusty instrument cases piled in the corner.

The set design is complete.

Jiang Bai sat on a low stool, bending his long legs uncomfortably, his fingertips unconsciously rubbing the holes in his trousers.

That was a "dynamite" look specially designed for him by the styling team. His jeans were worn faded and had two large rips at the knees that revealed his skin. He wore a faded black vest and a denim jacket over it.

It perfectly matches the character of Drummer Dynamite, a rebellious teenager who chased after a girl he fell in love with at first sight from Taiwan to Ji'an, only wanting to make a living with his skills.

"All departments, get ready! Check the props one last time, actors, take your positions!" The assistant director's voice came from behind the monitor, sounding quite efficient.

Da Peng sat at the broken table and instructed the actors, "Jiang Bai, Na Zha, remember your expressions."

"Ding Jianguo is a cool girl who's heartbroken; she doesn't talk much but she's arrogant."

"Dynamite is a somewhat awkward but stubborn Taiwanese boy. He should sit casually and speak with a soft, slightly accented tone. Don't try too hard."

Jiang Bai nodded, took a deep breath, spread his legs apart, deliberately sat crookedly, casually rested his hands on his knees, and instantly lost his usual gentleness in his eyes, replaced by a cynical and aloof look.

This was the "explosive" he came up with after studying the script countless times, carrying a wandering and casual attitude, yet also hiding a hint of barely perceptible unease.

Not far away, Guli Nazha had already changed into Ding Jianguo's look. Her long hair was tied into a high ponytail, and she wore a white T-shirt with a gradient purple long shirt over it, paired with a pair of very short black hot pants, which made her look tall and slender.

Those long legs were still so eye-catching; one fair and tender leg was casually stretched out, while the other was in a pink cast and supported by a pink cane.

Her face was expressionless, one hand holding a cane and the other holding a beer bottle, her eyes hiding the loneliness after a breakup, perfectly fitting the image of a girl who came to interview for a bassist position in order to forget her jerk boyfriend.

It seems that she doesn't have any acting skills at all, contrary to rumors.

The clapperboard slammed down with a "snap," signaling, "Action!"

Cheng Gong, played by Da Peng, sat behind a wooden table, glanced at the two of them, and said in a somewhat perfunctory tone, "Let's start with self-introductions."

Naza spoke first, her voice cool and devoid of any extra emotion: "Ding Jianguo, bassist."

"Ding Jianguo, that's a pretty impressive name." Dapeng nodded, then turned his gaze to Jiang Bai.

Jiang Bai immediately straightened his back slightly, but still maintained a casual sitting posture. He took a sip of mineral water, deliberately slowed his speech, and spoke with a slight inflection and a hint of nonchalance: "Dynamite, drummer."

Da Peng paused, exchanged a glance with Qiao Shan, who played Hu Liang, and said with a hint of teasing in his eyes, "Dynamite? That name sounds better."

Jiang Bai pursed his lips. According to the script, he should lower his eyes, scratch his head somewhat awkwardly, and mutter "No, not at all."

But for some reason, looking at Da Peng now, he suddenly became more casual. He kept staring at Da Peng, raised his hand to touch his prickly hair, and said in a nonchalant tone, "No, I'm from Taiwan. I just want to make a living with my skills."

Da Peng's eyes lit up, but he didn't call for a stop.

This impromptu change was more fitting to the situation of the explosives than the lines in the script.

Jiang Bai perfectly captured that sense of being adrift and seemingly carefree.

Interspersed with a scene where an ordinary person who came to get their car repaired accidentally stumbled into a job interview, the camera continued to zoom in.

Da Peng turned to Na Zha, his tone slightly mocking, and his smile strained as he asked, "Miss Ding, may I ask why you want to join our band?"

Naza looked up, her gaze indifferent, and uttered a few words: "Heartbroken."

"To relieve boredom~"

Cheng Gong raised an eyebrow, exchanged an awkward laugh with Qiao Shan, and teased, "That's a pretty good reason, isn't it!"

"And this leg...?"

Naza glanced at him expressionlessly and said in a cold and indifferent tone.

"It's long, white, and slender, want to touch it?"

Da Peng's throat bobbed, clearly tempted, but he smiled restrainedly: "Another day."

Just then, Jiang Bai suddenly chuckled.

It wasn't an action from the script; it was his subconscious reaction to listening to the conversation between the two.

Even though he had seen this scene in a movie, Jiang Bai still couldn't help but laugh when he saw it in person; the joke was genuinely funny.

It had a youthful air of watching the spectacle, mixed with a hint of disdain.

Da Peng immediately raised his hand to signal "stop," and the clapperboard fell again. Jiang Bai instantly snapped out of his "explosive" state, scratching his head somewhat embarrassedly: "Sorry, Director, I couldn't help it."

Da Peng waved his hand with a smile, walked out from behind the table, and patted him on the shoulder: "It's okay, that sneer was well added, it fits the character of Dynamite."

"A bit rebellious, a bit of a gossip, and with a stubborn streak."

"Jiang Bai, tone it down a bit more. Don't be too deliberate. Just let it be an unintentional reaction; that's more natural."

Jiang Bai nodded, readjusted himself, pinched the space between his eyebrows with his fingertips, and once again immersed himself in the emotions of the explosives.

The drummer, who came all the way from Taiwan with a touch of solitary courage and youthful spirit, didn't try to please or hide his emotions; all his feelings were written on his face.

Naza adjusted his posture, regaining Ding Jianguo's aloofness. He gently tapped his cane on the ground, his indifference deepening.

"One more time!"

The lines rang out again, and Jiang Bai precisely controlled his tone, his Taiwanese accent neither deliberate nor stiff. His posture remained casual, yet more measured.

When Cheng Gong teased Ding Jianguo, he slightly turned his head, his eyes sweeping over those long legs, and a very faint sneer appeared on the corner of his mouth. It was so quick that it was almost invisible, but it was precisely captured by the camera.

"Great! That's a good take!" Da Peng's voice carried a hint of satisfaction. "Jiang Bai, Na Zha, you're in great form!"

"Especially Jiang Bai, you captured that explosive-like quality of being cold on the outside but hot on the inside, a bit hesitant yet stubborn, perfectly."

"Not at all," Jiang Bai said, clasping his hands together in gratitude. "It's all thanks to the director's guidance that I was able to get into character so quickly."

Sitting next to him, Nazha felt bored looking at Jiang Bai's honest and humble newcomer attitude. Suddenly, a mischievous thought arose in his mind, so he directly placed his leg, which was not in a cast, in front of Jiang Bai.

"It's long, white, and slender. How about it? Want to touch it?"

"Huh?!" Jiang Bai turned his head sharply to look at Na Zha. "Really? I won't reschedule!"

"Dream on." Naza smiled smugly and immediately pulled his leg back.

Hmm, I guess I'm still quite charming.

Everyone witnessed their interaction, which immediately sparked laughter from the audience.