Chapter 556: In Acting Skills, She Is Your Ancestor (1)

Translator: _Min_

The entertainment industry was riddled with disputes over interests.

Si Fuqing, though new to the film and television circles, would inevitably compete with various leading actresses for resources, given the limited number of dramas available.

Sometimes, it wasn’t about right or wrong, but rather differences in interests.

This often resulted in many who appeared as close friends or brothers in public, but behind the scenes, they fought fiercely over resources.

Sang Yanqing hadnt expected to clash with Gu Zhinan’s team so soon, although it was an inevitable confrontation.

But someone specifically targeting Si Fuqing for criticism was something she couldn’t tolerate.

“Sister Sang, it’s strange. Gu Zhinan has been in the industry for so long, and she’s almost thirty,” the agent’s assistant mused. “Her team has always been cautious. Why would they openly enter the fray?”

Gu Zhinan’s studio had liked a post on Weibo of a fan that had a large following, who vehemently criticized Si Fuqing for stealing Gu Zhinan’s role.

“Because Qingqing is a newcomer, they’ve become complacent and look down on her,” Sang Yanqing said, emotionless in her voice. “Otherwise, they would have negotiated with me and Director Tang first, instead of acting so recklessly. People, in their haste for quick success, tsk tsk.”

Before releasing Si Fuqing’s audition footage online, Sang Yanqing had contacted Director Tang Haiqiu to explain her intentions.

Director Tang expressed his understanding.

It was only the afternoon when filming officially began, and MO Yishan, who was nearby, became nervous when he heard the conversation, “You haven’t shared the footage of me acting with anyone else, have you?”

“No,” Director Tang replied irritably. “Why are you so nervous? Even if the girl gets some resources, it won’t affect you. Could she possibly threaten your position as Best Actor?”

“Don’t say that. It’s uncertain,” MO Yishan grew more anxious. “In the script’s second part, she has to dress as a man for the scenes in the mortal realm. What if she ends up looking more handsome than actual men?”

Director Tang was at a loss for words.

He was lost.

He put down his cup, stating indifferently, “From now on, we won’t collaborate with Gu Zhinan’s side.”

MO Yishan squinted, then acknowledged, “I understand what you mean.”

Director Tang had negotiated several times with Gu Zhinan’s team, suggesting a more suitable candidate, but her team persisted stubbornly.

Director Tang, typically low-key and averse to marketing, found Gu Zhinan’s team’s actions particularly irksome.

Online, a marketing account had already leaked Gu Zhinan’s audition video. [The award -winning actress’s acting skills are undeniable.]

[Director Tang is compromising his integrity… Why insist on casting a pop idol, tarnishing his own reputation?]

[It infuriates me. Can someone explain why Si Fuqing got the lead role? Gu

Zhinan’s performance moved me to tears. Can Si Fuqing do the same?]

The audition video was exclusively in the hands of Director Tang and the artist’s team.

Its circulation clearly indicated Gu Zhinan’s team’s involvement.

Amidst the widespread criticism and calls for boycotting “Crossing the Demon Realm,” a trending hashtag suddenly appeared at the top of the search list.

#SiFuqingActingSkills

The netizens were astonished.

Stars often purchase trending spots to highlight their acting skills, but it seemed inconceivable for Si Fuqing’s team to do so at such a critical juncture.

[Laughable. Guys, in this day and age, even pop idols dare to buy such trending spots. Let me clear the path and cleanse my eyes to see what kind of acting deserves the top spot.]

After entering, this person emerged seconds later, bursting with excitement.

[Damn, this acting is unparalleled! Even if I had to jump off a building today, I must say this is the pinnacle of acting! If you don’t watch ‘Crossing the Demon

Realm,’ you’re not human!]

The netizens were puzzled and clicked on the link.

The top spot on the trending list attracted a huge audience, with more and more people diving in.

Most entered with skepticism, wondering which star was overhyping their unproven acting talents.

However, after watching, they collectively fell silent.

[Damn, I got goosebumps.]

[No props, no costumes, just pure performance, and nailing the lines in one go. What kind of divine acting is this?!]

[Here’s a long-time fan of Gu Zhinan… After seeing both audition videos, I find it hard to defend Gu Zhinan. Instead, I’m wondering, why can’t her acting measure up to a newcomer? And how did she come to believe her role was stolen?]

[As a mortal, Sui Yan’s resilience is deep in her bones. She doesn’t cry. Gu Zhinan is too weak for the role.]

[Before clicking on this audition video, I never imagined there’d come a day when Si Fuqing would make me notice her acting over her appearance! Suddenly, I see a glimmer of hope for the future of our domestic entertainment industry! ]