I'm not mentally ill, I'm a master of a thousand faces!

Chapter 120, Let the hype fly for a while.

"Let the bullets fly for a while, how apt." At this moment, Jiang Chenggang looked at Li Yun, who was resting in the room reading a book. It wasn't that he didn't want Li Yun to play games, read books, or read comics.

I just feel that Li Yun's mental fortitude seems a bit too strong.

Was Murong Fu portrayed well?

Ok.

From Jiang Chenggang's perspective, at least, the role was played very well. His appearance, acting skills, and understanding of the character were all outstanding.

So he feels frustrated by the nonsense the media is spouting.

"I even suspect that TVB's online trolls are working on this, just because they're afraid their character's reputation will be surpassed."

Jiang Chenggang said this somewhat angrily.

In fact, some of the media outlets that were actually promoting this issue were TVB's own.

They emphasized their "respect for the original work".

At least I didn't arbitrarily change the character settings. Everyone followed Mr. Jin's original work. At least in most cases, it was based on the original work. There were some changes, but overall they were compromises due to the limitations of the technology at the time.

The actors also specifically trained in action sequences to prepare for the role, showcasing genuine stage skills.

"Calm down, Lao Jiang, only the first two episodes have aired." At this moment, Li Yun also said helplessly, "How can we possibly see anything from just the second episode?"

Li Yun himself didn't really care much about the reviews of the first two episodes.

In reality, even if the media and public opinion are talking about it, they are only discussing the direction in which the character is portrayed, not the acting skills or other issues.

It's not just Jiang Chenggang who's talking about this.

Liu Qianqian also sent a message to Li Yun about this.

"Cousin, cousin!"

"Isn't that your brother Li? (laughs)"

"Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils is showing in theaters now, and you're my cousin. But after it's taken off the screens, you'll still be Brother Li."

Liu Qianqian seemed to be comforting Li Yun in her own unique way. In the current state of public opinion, at least in his view, Li Yun was that cousin Murong.

The feeling of not being recognized for one's role varies from person to person.

Some people might feel frustrated and upset, while others might not care, since they've already received their paychecks.

No matter what, it won't affect your paycheck, so what does it matter?

At most, it will only affect one's status and level.

If an actor's performance is poor, or if they take on bad roles, their status will indeed drop.

At this time, Murong Fu in Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils only received mixed reviews; there was no problem with his acting skills or appearance.

If this reputation persists until the end, at most it won't elevate his status; he'll remain a third-rate actor, but it won't cause Li Yun to fall to fourth-rate status.

"Don't worry, I'm not under any pressure." Li Yun smiled and typed, "You too."

Liu Qianqian has received praise in many aspects.

However, Li Ruotong is also a veteran leader of the "pure and innocent" style, with a considerable fan base and a pure and innocent image.

"I don't expect to surpass my seniors in this one film."

Liu Qianqian was thinking

But deep down I still feel

If I can really surpass my predecessors.

That feeling was pretty good, wasn't it?

Liu Qianqian's comforting words warmed Li Yun's heart.

The girl's awkward attempt at comfort.

To be honest, I don't really care that much; I'd say I'm just a little confused, but not much.

I also believe that my role will receive the right evaluation.

"Isn't what you're doing just a waste of time? You're hesitant and confused because you don't know if what you're doing is right, even if it's the way you think it is."

"You're a bit of a nag, just like Aunt Wang from the village entrance."

"What does this mean?"

"That's exactly what it means."

At this moment, the middle-aged man who looked like a scholar smiled slightly: "Actually, if you feel pressured, you can tell me. Our relationship is much closer than that between ordinary people."

"Is that so?"

While eating a steamed bun, Li Yun said, "If I had to say what's bothering me, I wouldn't say I'm troubled or depressed right now. If you want to talk about confusion, I'd say I'm a little bit lost."

The role in my heart, the role I want to play, the role I want to become.

Those are all things I believe to be correct.

It's just that when what I believe to be correct differs from what everyone else believes to be correct...

When contradictions arise, whose belief in what is right is truly correct?

Who can define what is right?

"That's an interesting perspective," the middle-aged scholar said with a slight smile. "So, do you think that you've become the Mr. Murong, is right or wrong?"

"That's right. That man with the dream of restoring his kingdom, he's my good friend." Li Yun considered Murong Fu his friend. At least during the time when they were filming Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils, Murong Fu's departure made him feel somewhat lost.

"Isn't that enough?" the middle-aged scholar said with a smile, sitting beside him. "We always live for ourselves."

"That's true."

Listening to the middle-aged scholar's advice, Li Yun felt much better.

I no longer dwell on my struggles with games and comics.

If you've already done things on the path you firmly believe is right, what more could you ask for?

I saw Murong Fu off properly, and then I went off to act properly.

As for the others...

Paying too much attention to it would be getting attached to appearances.

"Thanks."

"Need not."

"By the way, is this thing called a computer? It's quite interesting."

"Want to play games? I'll teach you."

At this moment, Jiang Chenggang came to find Li Yun again, wanting to talk about the audition for the new police story.

"Li Zi, the audition schedule is out. Go to this place then."

Then I saw Li Yun teaching himself how to play the game.

In Jiang Chenggang's view, however, it was somewhat chilling.

But they seem much happier than at the beginning.

A person is happy when they are immersed in their own world.

The original fans still have a strong voice regarding Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils.

Especially for the novel's loyal readers, who are at the age when they have the most financial resources and the most say in the story.

This CCTV version of Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils has already desecrated the original work in their hearts.

It's not how they remember it.

In addition, there was deliberate manipulation by the media.

It seems that this version of Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils is indeed not as good as its predecessors.

At this moment, even the people at TVB were somewhat amused.

"Yang Guoqiang, I didn't expect you to keep your role." Li Tiansheng looked at Yang Guoqiang with some surprise.

From his perspective, this innovation in Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils could indeed backfire.

Even if you make the best changes, you'll still anger the fans of the original work.

They don't care whether your changes are reasonable or not, or whether they are correct or not. As long as you don't conform to the original work, it is a desecration of their work.

Is this reasonable? No, it is not.

But I can't quite put my finger on why.

At this moment, Yang Guoqiang is the most Murong Fu-like Murong Fu in the past 10 years.

Faced with Li Tiansheng's comments, Yang Guoqiang felt somewhat uncomfortable, and even didn't know whether he should be excited.

Should I be happy?

After all, he is still the most classic Murong Fu.

just.

The so-called "original work fans" objected because they felt that the character Murong Fu did not properly fulfill the role of a clown.

Although he knew this principle, Yang Guoqiang felt somewhat uncomfortable when he put it into writing.

All I love is a clown.

At this moment, Zhang Dahuzi was quite satisfied with the premiere's performance and had no objections to the appearance of the main characters.

As for Murong Fu's reputation, so what if the character is always rated this way?

It doesn't matter.

Once Qiao Feng, the absolute protagonist, has a stable reputation, everything else becomes less important.

After all, in the context of the novel "Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils", Qiao Feng is the absolute protagonist.

Once the main character has few or no problems, other issues cease to be problems.

"Now that this project is complete, I should have some ideas for the next project."

At this moment, Yu Mingsheng, Zhang Dahuzi's friend who was also in the CCTV circle, smiled and said.

If the current premiere ratings and word-of-mouth can be maintained, then the next adaptation of Jin Yong's works is a sure thing.

"If we can hold on this time, then the next film should be The Return of the Condor Heroes." Zhang Da Huzi took a sip of tea, and was actually quite confident.

The reputation of a few individual characters does not affect the overall quality.

"And you? What are your plans for the next project?" Zhang Dahuzi knew that his friend Yu Mingsheng also had a project in preparation, and he was even the director.

"There shouldn't be any problems," Yu Mingsheng said with a smile. "Do you have any actors you could recommend?"

"These are all good guys in my crew."

"Haha, there aren't that many seats."

"Then I'd recommend Murong Fu; he left the deepest impression on me."

Zhang Dahuzi thought for a moment and remembered Li Yun. Although there had been a lot of controversy about the original work and the adaptation of the characters during this period, it was undeniable that Li Yun had shown great ability as an actor.

Yu Mingsheng was also somewhat surprised. He had originally thought that he would recommend those actors with leading roles, such as Mr. Hu Jun, who is currently very popular as Qiao Feng.

"He's the only one who left the deepest impression on me."

He may not be the highest-ranking or most prominent actor in the entire Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils series.

But it did make Zhang Dahuzi realize that he has his own unique understanding, whether it's about acting or the role.

"If you recommend it like that, I might take a look." Yu Mingsheng stroked his chin, deciding to wait and see after reading the entire Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils.

"So what exactly is this project of yours? You've been keeping it a secret for so long, I don't even know its name." Zhang Da Huzi asked with slight curiosity. Since Yu Mingsheng had announced it through Kaicheng, it meant that the project had been approved.

"Telling you wouldn't be a problem."

"It's a mythological drama called 'Lotus Lantern'."

(End of this chapter)