Chapter 203: Year End (4)

Chapter 203: Year End (4)

Joseph Felton furrowed his brows in disbelief. On the tablet he was looking at, there were photos and the track record of Kang Woojin. Meanwhile, the bald foreign man sitting next to him had a calm expression on his face.

Joseph, there's no way my investigation was wrong.

The bald man, Robert, was brimming with confidence. And he had every reason to be. Conducting such investigations was routine for him. To be under the famous producer Joseph, searching for actors was a basic skill. From formidable Hollywood actors to those from Japan, China, India, etc., he had investigated actors from various countries.

There was no reason a Korean actor would be difficult.

However, he too added something about Kang Woojin's unique filmography.

I understand. It was the first time I saw such a filmography, but the information is collected from thoroughly searching through Korean media to local contacts. It's accurate.

After hearing the explanation, the tall black man, Joseph, after seeing Robert's firm gaze,

lowered his gaze back to the tablet. What in the world is this? Joseph ran his hands through his short, almost curly hair.

It's beyond unreasonable.'

It had been 20 years since he stepped into Hollywood. He had been making a name for himself as a producer for over 10 years now. A true veteran. Even to Joseph, this filmography seemed utterly foreign.

Is it even possible?

Kang Woojin started his activities at the beginning of this year.'

First off, the starting point of this Korean actor was already problematic. He first appeared in short films and dramas in minor roles at the beginning of the year. Meaning, Kang Woojin's career was barely a year old.

So, he's practically a greenhorn?'

It would be fair to consider him a complete newbie. There are certainly differences between the entertainment systems in Korea and Hollywood in terms of scale. But ultimately, the essence is the same. In Hollywood, a first-year actor is practically a nonentity. It would likely be similar in Korea. Generally, the filmographies of such raw newcomers are quite barren, at most one or two works.

But Kang Woojin's was too packed.

From the start, he made his presence known, and without any gaps, he moved on to the next project. Not only that, Kang Woojin secured lead roles in just a few works. If this data is to be believed, he became a lead actor in just half a year.

Why? How?

Moreover,

There's no failure.

According to the summary prepared by Robert, excluding the ongoing works, all the projects Woojin participated in were successful. It could happen that one or two works do well by chance, but for all participated projects to succeed was incomprehensible.

Is it the Midas touch This Netflix drama, did it blow up in Korea and even in Japan?'

His entry into Japan came naturally. Moreover, he was cast as the lead in a major Japanese film. All the upcoming Korean works were also main role castings.

Everywhere you looked, this filmography belonged to a top-tier actor.

Yet, Kang Woojin achieved such results in just a year, and it was still ongoing. No wonder it was hard to believe even after seeing it.

Soon, Joseph Felton slowly lowered the tablet.

-Swish.

At the same time, he recalled the Kang Woojin he had met before.

I thought he had been in this field for at least 5 years. No, even more.'

It was a hasty judgment. At this moment, the thoughts of the famous producer, Joseph, were being reestablished. He asked Robert, sitting next to him, somewhat incredulously,

Then, how about his high-level English proficiency and acting, martial arts?

I don't know.

He's been active for a year but how did he show such tension? Acquiring skills and showing them to everyone are worlds apart. Yet, this actor effortlessly dominated veteran Chinese actors and even secured a role from Director George.

After Woojin had left the scene, Joseph Felton had asked Gary Peck, the stunt coordinator who had seen Kang Woojin's counterpart, how it felt. Gary's response was very swift. In terms of martial arts, Kang Woojin's movements were professional-grade, and Director George would regret missing out on him. Clearly, it was evident that the premise was that he had been active for a long time.

Would Gary's eyes pop out if he saw this data?

He's not even old, right? Just in his 20s.

The circumstances of Kang Woojin's participation in the screen test were confirmed through the CD. Yes, there was luck involved. But the acting and martial arts Woojin showed that day were not mere luck. For such a young age, for a rookie actor with only a year of experience to have acquired that much was absurd.

And he have the guts to throw away a Hollywood role he passed?

Why did he possess the energy and posture of the top? Although it was brief, Joseph, who had met Kang Woojin, was captivated by him. It wouldn't be wrong to say he was charmed. The perseverance that wasn't shaken by external environments, a dignified posture and attitude, confidence oozing from his skills, and the aura founded on those overflowing skills, an unusual energy predicting an explosive future.The source of this content no/v(el)bi((n))

These were traits sometimes seen in the tops of Hollywood.

I don't know. The more Joseph looked at the data, the deeper he fell into the mire. Then, suddenly pausing, he casually asked Robert, the bald man.

Could it be, this actor Kang Woojin, had he been active in Hollywood under a different name before?

It was entirely possible.

That native-level English proficiency. If he had been active here in his childhood, and for some reason returned to Korea, wouldn't that explain it?

Robert nodded for the time being.

That would make him at least a four-time winner.

20th, Sunday. Buyeo.

Morning. Kang Woojin's van stopped at the parking lot outside a familiar mega set complex. It was the filming set of Island of the Missing'. Though it was around 10 AM, the spacious parking lot was already filled with numerous vans, minibuses, and cars.

Naturally, as filming had started two hours ago.

Then, Kang Woojin alighted from the rear of the van, dressed casually with a navy long padding jacket. Despite the cold winter, the location of this set complex, being secluded, felt even colder due to the biting wind. Soon, Woojin, with a poker face, nonchalantly zipped up to his neck.

Whew- The weather's gone nuts.'

It was cold. But that was okay. Kang Woojin's concept was like winter, after all. Somehow, as his life had turned upside down, the seasons had come full circle. Woojin, seeing his breath in the air, felt absurdly astonished.

Is it because of the shooting- Time really flies.'

At that moment, Han Ye-jung, many stylists, and the burly Jang Su-hwan approached from behind Kang Woojin. For some reason, Choi Sung-gun was nowhere to be seen. Soon, Jang Su-hwan gestured forward and shouted.

Let's go, hyung!

Woojin responded in a low voice.

Yeah.

As Kang Woojin and his team slowly moved, the stylists holding hand warmers asked him.

Oppa! Arent you cold?? Do you want a hand warmer?

Eh??! Oppa, dont you have a hand warmer in your pocket?

No way!! Your body is worth so much!!

In an instant, they rushed over and stuffed hand warmers into Woojin's long padding jacket pockets and also handed some to him. Around that time, at the entrance to the set complex, the assistant director of Island of the Missing' and.

Ah!! Woojin ssi!!

A few staff members ran over as if they hadn't seen him for years. Meanwhile, the assistant director shouted into his walkie-talkie.

Kang Woojin ssi has just arrived!!

Thus, Kang Woojin entered the Island of the Missing' site, blending in with the staff. The filming crew was stationed in front of a building, and upon seeing Woojin approach, the lead actors in military uniforms showed a big reaction with smiles.

It started with the lively Jeon Woo-chang.

Hahaha! You're here! Our Kang Star has arrived! Didn't you come back too strong??

Kim Yi-won followed up.

Wow- Just a few days away and your aura has been upgraded?? As expected, Director Ahn Ga-bok's man!

The shooting paused for a moment, and dozens of staff members welcomed Kang Woojin. Ryu Jung-min, who came over after taking off his helmet, also gave Woojin a thumbs up.

Werent you gone to shoot Our Dining Table'? How did you manage to turn the country upside down the moment you left?

While greeting the actors and staff quietly, Woojin lowered his voice upon seeing Ryu Jung-min.

It just happened.

Then, Ha Yu-ra, tall with severe injury makeup on her face, laughed next to Ryu Jung-min.

I saw you saving Hwalin ssi. When did you learn such martial arts??

The atmosphere instantly heated up. At this point, a man who had been sitting in front of the monitor stood up smoothly. It was the kind-looking Director Kwon Ki-taek.

He smiled at Woojin.

Youve worked hard.

The silent Kang Woojin greeted him politely.

I'm back, Director.

Then, Director Kwon Ki-taek continued in a gentle tone.

Youve set off quite a few bombs in that short time, havent you?

It wasnt intentional.

I suppose so.

Kang Woojin had finally returned to Island of the Missing'. Following that, Director Kwon Ki-taek smiled lightly yet spoke with a sense of gravity.

Now- it's time to act?

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