Chapter 417 You Are My Shining Superstar (End)
On January 10, the six-month filming period of "Squid Game" was completed.
That night, all the crew members participated in the closing banquet.
Due to the large number of people starring in the play, this was also the most lively one among all the closing banquets that Jin Qixuan participated in.
Even Gong Liu, who only had a few minutes of cameo appearance, came.
While drinking and drinking, the three-hour final banquet gradually came to an end.
As for the second or even third game, Jin Qixuan will not participate.
The main thing is that tomorrow is Monday and he has a class at school.
Moreover, at the end of the semester, he had to participate in giving exam papers to students.
At two o'clock in the morning, Jin Qixuan was preparing lessons.
At this time, Li Zhien dragged his tired body to his home.
Hearing the movement, Jin Qixuan quickly stood up to greet him.
"I thought you would rest in a nearby hotel."
During this time, she has been busy recording the new song "Celebrity", shooting the MV, choreographing, and organizing many concert matters.
Logically speaking, in this situation, she should be without home for several months.
"Aren't you going to Berlin again in a few days? I want to come back and see you."
Li Zhien responded, changed his shoes, put his bag away, and threw himself into Jin Qixuan's arms. .
“Miss me?”
Jin Qixuan hugged her and said warmly.
"Well..."
Although her schedule was tight and busy, she still couldn't stop thinking about him when she was free.
Sometimes, Li Zhien even suspected that she was bewitched. She used to be such an independent child, and she was never so clingy...
"Are you tired recently?"
Jin Qixuan's side As he said that, he carried her to the sofa and sat down.
"Well, a little bit."
"Want to take a bath?"
Jin Qixuan paused, waiting for her response.
"I don't want to move..."
"Then just go to bed and I'll help you remove your makeup."
"Okay."
In the bedroom, Jin Qixuan sat Li Zhien on the edge of the bed, then went to get a makeup remover towel and helped her remove her makeup.
“I heard that your school’s finals are coming soon?”
On the bed, Li Zhien asked with his eyes closed.
"Well, the exam will be next Wednesday."
"Then you have to go to school to invigilate the exam, right?"
"Yes."
"..."
However, she fell asleep before they chatted for a few words.
Seeing this, Jin Qixuan pursed his lips and smiled, continued to remove her makeup, took a hot towel to wipe her face, and then continued preparing for lessons.
The next day.
In the early morning, it was just dawn.
Li Zhien touched his side in a daze, but only felt something cold.
Immediately, she reached out and turned on the bedside lamp and looked around.
I saw Jin Qixuan sitting at the table, tapping away at the computer.
Seeing this, Li Zhien frowned slightly and said:
"Did you get up early, or didn't you sleep?"
"I'm going to the Berlin Film Festival soon. I haven't finished the exam questions yet, so I'm working overtime."
Hearing this, Li Zhien supported He stood up, rubbed his eyes, then got up and walked to him, turned over and stepped up, put his hands around his neck, rested his chin on his shoulder, and hung on his body like a koala.
"You haven't been with me for a long time."
The sudden weight did not affect Jin Qixuan's typing speed:
"Sorry, I'll be fine when I get back from Berlin."
"No, just stay with me now!"
Li Zhien pouted, and his hands began to move dishonestly on his body.
She knew that Jin Qixuan had many sensitive places on his body, and as long as she scratched them, he would not help laughing.
"Don't make trouble, I'll just finish this."
Jin Qixuan caught her little hand that was moving around, kissed it, and said softly:
"Good boy, go to bed and lie down for a while. , I will accompany you after finishing this.”
"No! I want you to accompany me now!"
Li Zhien rarely showed a little temper.
Hearing this, Jin Qixuan’s eyes moved from the computer screen to the cheek of the beauty in his arms.
After looking at each other for a few seconds.
Li Zhien suddenly moved his head forward and kissed his lips.
"Sleep with me for a while longer~"
"Okay."
Jin Qixuan couldn't help but feel soft, and then he stood up and returned to the bed holding her butt.
He reached out to turn off the bedside lamp, and then gently patted Li Zhien's back to coax her to sleep.
After a while, even breathing sounded in the bedroom.
Seeing this, Jin Qixuan carefully took his hand out from under Li Zhien's neck, and then tiptoed back to the table to continue typing.
At eight o'clock, the alarm clock rang on time.
Li Zhien rolled on the bed when he heard the sound, then sat up, yawned and stretched.
“Why are you still doing it?”
Looking at Jin Qixuan who was still busy at the computer desk, Li Zhien frowned.
"It'll be done right now."
Hearing this, Li Zhien curled his lips, lifted the quilt, got out of bed and knocked on the top of his head.
Jin Qixuan touched the head of his head that was hit, smiled angrily, and did not dare to say anything.
Half an hour later, Jin Qixuan drove her to the company.
"Then let's see you in two weeks."
Arrived at the door of KakaoM, Jin Qixuan helped her unbuckle her seat belt and said softly.
"See you in two weeks, don't work too hard, pay attention to rest."
After saying that, Li Zhien held his cheek, pecked his lips gently, and then got out of the car.
After taking two steps, she turned around again.
Seeing this, Jin Qixuan quickly pressed down the car window.
Li Zhien leaned down and said with a smile: "I forgot to say, I love you~"
Hearing this, a smile suddenly bloomed on Jin Qixuan's face.
"I love you too, go ahead."
"Yeah!"
After saying that, Li Zhien waved his hand and walked into the company full of energy.
It wasn't until her back completely disappeared from sight that Jin Qixuan drove away.
……
A week flies by.
During this period, in addition to attending classes, Jin Qixuan also had to discuss the teaching plan for the next semester with professors, invigilate exams, mark test papers, and participate in college meetings. He was extremely busy every day.
But fortunately, he finally finished all the work the day before leaving for Berlin.
January 20th.
The main creative staff of "Light and Shadow" went to the Berlin Film Festival.
Speaking of which, the results of "Light and Shadow" directed by Li Cangdong are very gratifying.
Not only was it shortlisted for the main competition unit of the Berlin Film Festival, it was also nominated for "Best Screenplay" and "Best Director".
As for the performance awards, the organizing committee has not made it public.
Moreover, it just so happens that the acting awards this time are no longer set up as "Best Actor" and "Best Actress", but changed to the "Silver Bear Award for Best Actor" and "Silver Bear Award for Best Supporting Actor". Bear Prize', regardless of gender.
It can be seen that the "Silver Bear Award for Best Protagonist" at this Berlin Film Festival is very valuable.
Of course, Jin Qixuan didn't have any hope for this award. He focused on participation.
After the plane arrived at Berlin Tegel Airport, Jin Qixuan immediately sent a text message to Li Zhien to report that it was safe.
Afterwards, the cast and crew got on the bus arranged by the organizer and headed to the hotel where they were staying.
The next day, the 71st Berlin Film Festival was held as scheduled.
However, due to epidemic prevention reasons, this film festival is divided into two parts.
At this stage, industry insiders participate in film screenings, awards, and transactions.
There was no red carpet, but there was an opening ceremony, but it was quite deserted.
When all the processes are completed and the awards are over, the public screening and closing ceremony will begin.
As for when it will be held, it depends on the control of the epidemic.
Jin Qixuan felt pretty good about this.
Less noisy and more calm, this is what a film festival should be like.
The premiere of the movie "Light and Shadow" is scheduled for the third day after the opening.
There were only over a hundred people watching the movie at the local cinema because it was only a screening, not a public release.
And they are all industry insiders from various countries.
However, even so.
After watching the movie, there was still endless applause.
The quality of the film is very high, which is the consensus of all industry insiders who participated in the film festival.
However, whether it can win an award depends on the taste of the film festival judges.
After the film screening, there is a week-long review process.
However, due to the epidemic, the organizing committee decided to change the subsequent awards ceremony to an online mode.
This means that during the review process, all the main creative staff of the film can return to the country.
After learning that they didn't have to stay in Berlin, the group immediately set off back to Seoul.
While the group was flying in the sky, the organizing committee of the Berlin Film Festival successively awarded the winners of the "Short Film Competition Unit" and the "New Generation Unit".
When they land, they will begin to award the most important "main competition unit" awards.
Due to time difference.
The group of people got off the plane and didn’t even return home. They watched the live broadcast directly in the VIP waiting room of the airport.
At this time, the live broadcast had just reached the awards ceremony for "Best Screenplay".
This kind of international film festival is equipped with simultaneous interpretation, so everyone can understand it.
This award was finally won by director Hong Sang-soo's new film "Introduction". It was also the second consecutive year that director Hong Sang-soo won the award at the Berlin Film Festival.
Regardless of his achievements and his heart, Jin Qixuan is still sincerely happy for this old man who is nearly sixty years old and is still very productive.
Immediately afterwards, there was the awarding of "Best Director".
When the award presenter read out "Light and Shadow - Li Cangdong", several people in the waiting room suddenly burst into cheers.
As actors, as long as the movie wins awards, it is the greatest recognition of their performance.
This is also the first time in 19 years that Li Cangdong won the Best Director Award at the three major European film festivals after winning the Venice Film Festival in 2002.
However, compared to the excitement of Jin Qixuan, Jin Huixiu and others.
Li Cangdong seemed very calm.
After all, at his age, he has never seen any big storms, and a mere best director will not make him lose his composure.
After this, the "Best Protagonist" and "Best Supporting Actor" Silver Bear General were announced.
"The winner of the Silver Bear Award for Best Actor at the 71st Berlin Film Festival is"
When the award presenter read this, he suddenly paused, probably to whet the audience's appetite.
In the waiting room, Jin Qixuan's heart skipped a beat, and his palms gradually tightened his grip on his trouser legs, feeling vaguely expectant.
""Light and Shadow"-Jin Qixuan." The moment he heard his name from the award-winning guest, Jin Qixuan was stunned.
Although I have been looking forward to it, it is still a bit dreamy for things to actually happen.
Although Jin Qixuan is not the first Peninsula actor to win awards at three major European film festivals, he is the first among men!
Moreover, this is the "Best Protagonist Award" regardless of gender!
This achievement is of extremely important historical significance to the Peninsula film industry!
Is Jin Qixuan happy now?
That's for sure!
Although he has made great achievements in the film and television industry, who would despise his many honors?
Especially this kind of award, which is very valuable in the world.
Of course, besides being happy, Jin Qixuan was also a little worried about his future.
As the saying goes, it’s always cold at high places.
It is estimated that after a few days of this news fermenting, I will probably be praised as the "leading figure in the Peninsula film industry".
However, is he really ready for this now?
To be honest, Jin Qixuan didn’t even know what he was doing.
He is only 28 years old this year. This starting point is too high.
If you want to produce a convincing work, the effort required is unimaginable.
“Ah, it’s such a happy thing to win a prize, are you trying to learn how to act calmly?”
Besides, Jin Huixiu’s words brought Jin Qixuan, whose thoughts were racing, back to reality.
Turning around and looking around at the people with different expressions but smiles on their faces, Jin Qixuan hurriedly smiled and said: "How is that possible!"
After saying this, Jin Qixuan hugged Li Cangdong and said : "Director, thank you!"
"Hey, please be gentle!"
Li Cangdong was almost upset by Jin Qixuan's sudden bear hug...
After the brief laughter, everyone continued to watch the awarding of "Best Picture".
“The winner of the best film at the 71st Berlin Film Festival is - "Unlucky Sex, Crazy Porn"!"
"..."
Although it is a pity not to win the Golden Bear Award, this year Peninsula Film won the three Silver Bears of "Best Screenplay", "Best Director" and "Best Actor" at the Berlin Film Festival. award.
Coupled with the fact that "Parasite" won the best picture at Cannes and Oscar last year, Peninsula Film's international influence is no longer the same.
"Let's go back first. The media is probably waiting impatiently."
As the backbone, Li Cangdong gathered his emotions and waved to everyone.
“Yeah.”
After hearing this, everyone nodded immediately.
The group of people then left the VIP waiting room and walked out of the airport.
Because it was an online award ceremony under the influence of the epidemic, the list of winners was announced very quickly.
As for the acceptance speech...
No one was here, what to say.
So, on the way back to the city, Jin Qixuan quickly edited an acceptance speech and posted it on INS.
[I am very grateful to the judges of the Berlin Film Festival for recognizing me. This is the greatest affirmation of my acting career! I am also very grateful to all the cast and crew of "Light and Shadow". Without your help, I wouldn't be where I am today! Especially Director Li Cangdong, I have benefited a lot from your careful teachings! Finally, I would like to thank my fans who have always supported me. It is you who have given me the courage to go where I am today! I will continue to work hard and give back to everyone with better works! Thank you all! 】
Less than 2 minutes after the news was released, the number of comments below had already exceeded a thousand.
“We, the Golden Actor, are so up to date!!!”
"I asked why there were no works last year. It turned out that I was holding it back!"
"Two times Daejong Best Actor+1 time Blue Dragon Best Actor+Berlin Film Festival Best Actor Award, our teacher Jin's performance is among the best in Peninsula 90 What is the level among the male stars? "
"What level is it? It must be the level that the Blue House calls for commendation!"
"From the Grand Bell Awards to Berlin, who is the leader of the new generation of male actors in Peninsula? I won't say it, but everyone knows it."
"Golden actor Dafa, director Lee Chang-dong Dafa, Peninsula Film Dafa Send it!”
“When will this movie be released? I can’t wait!”
"It is said that Peninsula will be released in March."
"We have already moved the benches and are waiting for the show to start!"
"..."
At the same time, Jin Qixuan’s friends in the industry also posted messages of congratulations.
For a time, the topic #金奇兴won the Best Actor Award at the Berlin Film Festival# directly became a hot search topic on major social platforms.
After all, this is the first "Best Leading Actor Award" won by a Peninsula male actor at three major film festivals!
Landmark significance!
As the protagonist of the incident, Jin Qixuan was sitting in the nanny car, constantly replying to congratulatory text messages sent by relatives and friends.
On the side, Li Cangdong saw this and couldn't help but joked:
"We, Actor Kim, are really busy right now. We can't even reply to a message."
"Director, please stop teasing me."
"Your next film will be for Hirokazu Kore-eda." Directed? ”
Hearing this, Jin Qixuan, who was typing, paused, looked up at him, and said:
"Oh? Director, are you so well-informed?"
Li Cangdong waved his hand and said with a smile: "Behave yourself."
"I will."
"..."
After returning to the city, the crew of "Light and Shadow" accepted interviews from the media, and then attended the celebration banquet together.
It was already early in the morning when Jin Qixuan dragged his tired body home.
But what surprised Jin Qixuan was that the lights at home were still on.
“Yeah, it looks like my wife is back home.”
At this time, when he heard the noise coming from the door, Li Zhien stuck his head out to check. When he saw it was Jin Qixuan, he immediately got up and ran over.
Seeing this, Jin Qixuan hurriedly stopped, opened his arms, and firmly caught Li Zhien who was flying into his arms.
“Congratulations to my husband for winning the Berlin Best Actor!”
As Li Zhien spoke, he held Jin Qixuan's cheek and kissed him heavily.
"Thank you."
Jin Qixuan responded, gently stroking Li Zhien's hair with his hand, and said softly: "Why are you still up so late?"
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Li Zhien did not reply, but hugged Jin Qixuan tighter.
Seeing this, Jin Qixuan couldn't help but joke: "Why, you haven't seen me for half a month, do you miss me?"
Hearing this, Li Zhien raised his head, looked into Jin Qixuan's eyes, and said seriously Said: "Well, I really want to."
"Me too."
After saying that, Jin Qixuan lowered his head slightly and kissed her soft lips, tenderly and lingeringly.
Li Zhien also responded enthusiastically, wrapping his arms tightly around Jin Qixuan's neck.
After a long time, the lips parted.
“There are only two new song concerts left, right?”
“Well, there are still two last ones before the year.”
"Then I'll go and help you."
"Are you okay?"
Li Zhien raised his head and asked.
"Well, school is on holiday. "Light and Shadow" will be released in March, and the promotion period is after the new year. As for "The Broker", the director said it will start shooting in July."
"Okay~"
"… …”
Two days later.
Lee Ji-eun’s concert at Gocheok Sky Dome in Seoul.
Due to the epidemic, the number of people open to watch this time is limited, and the seats are far apart.
However, even so, the open ticket stubs were still sold out within 1 minute.
It can be seen that the popularity of the wife version of Li Zhien is still terrifying.
After entering the venue, Kim Qixuan and Yoo Inna wore masks and sat in the "IU" seat formation in the front row of the venue.
Not long after, a slightly grand intor sounded.
At the same time, dreamlike smoke was sprayed out from the scene, combined with the dark pink lights, creating a hazy and mysterious atmosphere, quite like a musical.
A moment later, a hot air balloon slowly rose from the side stage.
Then, the lights on the hot air balloon flashed a few times, and at the same time, Li Zhien's figure on the hot air balloon also appeared on the screens on both sides of the stage, ensuring that all the audience could see the scene on the stage.
The next second, Li Zhien started singing, and the ethereal voice echoed through the sound equipment throughout the dome.
In an instant, there was a "wow" sound at the scene.
Fans waved their cheering sticks to the rhythm of the music, forming a purple ocean.
In order to meet Li Zhien’s request to ride a hot air balloon around the venue, the arrangement time of the first song was specially extended by three minutes.
Seven minutes later.
The hot air balloon landed firmly on the main stage.
At the same time, the screens on both sides of the stage also matched the lights, reflecting Li Zhien's beautiful figure.
She wore a white short puff-sleeved dress for her opening performance today. The skirt was made of white lace to look like a three-layer cake skirt.
Wearing a pair of white Mary Jane high heels, the uppers are decorated with rhinestones, and there is a white ribbon tied around the ankle.
The hair was tied up and fixed with a white hairband, leaving only a few strands of hair fluttering in the wind.
Wearing a pair of white feather earrings on her ears, they swayed gently with her movements, making them cute and lively.
At this time, she was like a princess in a fairy tale, pure, elegant, noble and holy.
“Wow, so beautiful!”
On the side, Yoo In Na looked at the big screen with little stars twinkling in her eyes.
Hearing this, the corners of Jin Qixuan's mouth turned up slightly.
Please, can your wife not be beautiful?
At this time, Li Zhien on the stage also finished singing the first song.
Then, she looked around the audience, smiled and said hello: "Hello everyone, I am IU."
"IU!"
"IU!!"
"IU!!!"
In an instant, the fans in the audience shouted her name in unison, and the sound resounded throughout the venue.
Seeing this, Li Zhien smiled and pressed his hand, and then said:
"Thank you all for coming to watch my concert, and thank you all for your support and love for me. Next, I will repay you with the best stage performance. I hope you like it."
said After that, Li Zhien bowed deeply to the audience.
"IU! IU! IU!"
The fans in the audience shouted loudly again, the sound was a little louder than before.
After performing three songs in succession, Li Zhien’s figure disappeared from the stage, and the lights dimmed.
After a while, the lights on the stage came back on, and Li Zhien reappeared on the stage.
At this time, she put on a light pink dress.
The hem of the skirt is made of several irregular layers of tulle of the same color. She wears a pair of high heels of the same color on her feet, and the ribbon at the ankle is tied into a beautiful bow, which is sweet and lovely.
“Next, it’s stage time for “Celebrity”, which is also the song I want to sing the most. I hope everyone likes it!”
"Celebrity!"
"Celebrity!"
"Celebrity!"
In the audience, fans shouted the name of the song loudly, and the sound resounded throughout the venue.
Seeing this, Li Zhien smiled and then nodded in the direction of the band.
The next moment, a brisk melody sounded, and Li Zhien also started singing.
Her voice was as clear and sweet as a lark.
At the same time, a sweet smile appeared on her face, as warm and bright as the spring sunshine.
The lights on the stage change color and brightness according to the rhythm of the music, making the atmosphere of the scene more warm and cheerful.
When performing the first half of the song, what the fans saw on the big screen was Lee Ji-eun's beautiful face and simple dance.
In the second half, the big screen picture suddenly changed into various award-winning video clips of Jin Qixuan.
In an instant, the fans at the scene started shouting even more crazily.
Fans are really not surprised by the fact that the two of them openly spread their opinions.
At this time.
On the stage, Li Zhien looked towards Jin Qixuan in the audience and sang the last line of the lyrics affectionately:
"Youaremyelebrity~"
(You are my shining star)
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