Chapter 119: A New Award, a Great Victory

Chapter 119

In front of the monitor, Zhong Xinghai clenched his teeth tightly, feeling even his breathing slow down.

For the crew of "Mandala", this was a very important scene.

Lin Yuan's performance in this scene perfectly illustrates the meaning of the word "revenge".

Clearly, Lin Yuan and Wang Zhimin were both deeply immersed in their roles, and the atmosphere between them was so intense that no one could disturb them.

Observing Lin Yuan closely, one can see that even the slightest expression on his face is a serious interpretation of the character. The rainy day more than ten years ago finally overlaps with this moment.

Has the rain that was falling on Han Shen disappeared?

Seeing Lin Yuan's performance at this moment, everyone would answer no.

When Zhong Xinghai first read the script of "Mandala," he was already looking forward to this scene unfolding.

Revenge is Han Shen's only motivation to live.

But no one can truly live on revenge; people should live for happiness.

Han Shen is not a psychologically twisted bad person; what he does more often is to encourage and incite the malice deep within the hearts of others.

The expression on Lin Yuan's face is worth careful reading.

"Card."

The director's voice broke the silence on set.

Lin Yuan tossed his hair, instantly switching from Han Shen to himself.

Shi Ran felt that it was probably due to his acting skills, or perhaps because she had put a thick filter on Lin Yuan during their collaboration. After recovering from his injury, Lin Yuan's condition had been consistently good, without the haggard look one might expect from someone who had been filming non-stop.

But after Lin Yuan immersed himself in the role of Han Shen, his face seemed less full.

The phrase "acting skills can transform you" is perfectly embodied in Lin Yuan.

Shi Ran herself could strongly feel that every time she acted with Lin Yuan, the presence of the character Han Wen was more prominent than in other scenes.

When filming, Lin Yuan gave her a very pure feeling.

In Shi Ran's memory, Lin Yuan was always ruthless and had many conflicts with the top celebrities who were active at the time, which made people feel that he was afraid that the world was not chaotic enough.

Celebrities who frequently trend on social media do give people this impression.

However, only those who have actually met him know that Lin Yuan is quiet and low-key, and very willing to help others in the crew.

Of all the film crews Shi Ran has worked for, "Mandala" is definitely the easiest and least troublesome.

Lin Yuan didn't bring his own screenwriter, didn't use a stunt double, and didn't act like a diva. Since the lead actor didn't cause any trouble, the chances of conflicts arising within the production team were naturally greatly reduced.

Shi Ran added Lin Yuan on WeChat and they followed each other on Weibo. In the "Mandala" crew, she and Lin Yuan had many scenes together, and they would also discuss the script with each other in their daily lives.

Lin Yuan can usually reply immediately whenever he is online.

Lin Yuan had absolutely no airs of a big star. Shi Ran felt that he was quite different from any of the big-name celebrities she had ever met. To be specific, Lin Yuan was more down-to-earth.

The male actors that Shi Ran has worked with who have become famous to a certain extent are basically in a state where they can act however they want. Directors won't interfere with their acting style, and other actors in the crew can't interfere with them either. As for Lin Yuan, he has been conscientiously fulfilling his responsibilities as the male lead from beginning to end.

He had already acted well enough, but he was still not satisfied.

...

In the script of "Mandala", Han Shen, who is carrying out revenge, never hesitates to show his ruthless side, but his purpose is only to make the murderer get his comeuppance. The moment he completes his revenge, Han Shen has already relaxed.

He turned himself in; he went to face his own retribution.

This is also Han Shen's last scene in the story of "Mandala".

"Relax and film properly, don't be so tense," Zhong Xinghai only reminded Lin Yuan.

Lin Yuan isn't the kind of actor who needs a director to guide him step by step; he knows how to act on his own.

In this scene, Han Shen and his sister waved gently.

Han Shen took all the blame and extricated Han Wen from the world of revenge—he had never let Han Wen get involved too much in the first place, and when Han Wen had the possibility of finding happiness, he did not hesitate to kick his sister out of the world of revenge.

The script describes Han Wen as being in tears during this scene.

Shi Ran thought she wouldn't be able to cry; after all, for an actor, crying scenes depend on their state of mind.

But—the instant her eyes met Lin Yuan's, countless painful emotions welled up inside Shi Ran, and tears streamed down her face.

Han Shen was no longer tense.

Because he carried the mission of revenge on his shoulders, Han Shen had never relaxed over the years. He did care about Han Wen, after all, his sister was his only family in the world, but Han Shen was also a strict older brother.

He rarely shows his softer side to Han Min.

At this moment, during the last meeting between the siblings, Han Shen's expression was soft and clear.

His eyes held only tenderness.

No one can deny his love for his sister.

Han Wen cried even harder.

In the footage, Han Shen's gentle demeanor was tinged with a hint of helplessness—he had never been able to handle his sister's tendency to cry.

But Han Shen has no regrets, even though he is facing separation at this moment.

From the moment he decided to seek revenge, he was determined to stake his entire life on it.

It's hard for Han Wen not to shed tears in front of Han Shen like this.

After letting go of his vengeful emotions, the corner where Han Shen had been sitting seemed to brighten up, and the sky was no longer gray and gloomy.

The rain that had oppressed the brother and sister for more than ten years finally ended completely, and the sky after the rain was clear and bright.

A good actor can convey emotions accurately and flawlessly, not vaguely, but precisely, striking the audience's heart.

Just like Lin Yuan at this moment.

...

Lin Yuan's performance had ended, but the set remained as quiet as during filming until the director's applause rang out.

All eyes were now focused on Lin Yuan.

Although Lin Yuan doesn't have a nickname like "Lin Yitiao," his talent is recognized by everyone in the "Mandala" crew.

"Mandala" is not an idol drama. In today's entertainment industry, it is not easy to find an actor who can perfectly portray Han Shen.

Lin Yuan is the most perfect candidate the production team could invite, in terms of appearance, acting skills, and popularity.

His portrayal of Han Shen... truly felt like he stepped right out of the script.

Even though an accident occurred midway through, after returning to the set, Lin Yuan still portrayed Han Shen in 100% perfect condition, and even... performed better.

This person seems to have an innate aura of control on set.

Every time Lin Yuan's scenes were filmed, both the actors and staff on set would have the same thought—once "Mandala" airs, the editing work on various video websites will probably be overwhelming.

Lin Yuan's sense of conviction while filming... it's as if he's been acting for many years, and "Mandala" is his thirtieth TV series, not just his third.

The director presented Lin Yuan with a bouquet of flowers, and Lin Yuan held it up and made a big "V" sign at the camera.

"Let's take a group photo!"

Lin Yuan was clearly the busiest person on set, taking one group photo after another. Actresses Shi Ran and Yuan Yuan were the most unreasonable, asking Lin Yuan to strike a kangaroo swinging pose, and even complaining that he didn't pose well enough.

Lin Yuan: "..."

He's not a real kangaroo, so how would he know what poses kangaroos like to use?

These two went even further, finding images online for Lin Yuan to reference.

Although Lin Yuan was very suspicious that the two of them had brought fake kangaroos, well... never mind, he wasn't a real kangaroo either.

Considering that the two of them often bring him snacks.

What Lin Yuan didn't know was that the reason Yuan Yuan and Shi Ran were able to get along well with him was because his career path was different from that of male actors of the same age.

In short, Lin Yuan's fans won't be overly protective, Lin Yuan doesn't have any overly popular pairings, and he gets along well with everyone.

Compared to previous years, the distinction between male and female actors has become clearer in recent years.

Regardless of who they collaborate with, actresses will inevitably have to be wary if they are torn apart too badly.

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Congratulations on wrapping up filming for "Mandala"!

"Kangaroo has finally finished filming a drama safely and healthily, and there are new dramas to watch. Does anyone know how I've been coping with the finale of 'Major Cases'? I feel like my aesthetic sense still needs Lin Yuan to save it."

"Congratulations!"

In the official wrap-up photos, Lin Yuan is all smiles and looks even more energetic than when he joined the crew. Many fans who were worried about his health are now relieved.

They didn't want to see Lin Yuan retire from the entertainment industry due to injury, or for anything bad to happen to him.

After filming wrapped on "Mandala", Lin Yuan did not immediately join the crew to film a second drama. The second drama was definitely not as difficult to film as "Mandala", but that was not necessarily the case for Lin Yuan.

He has never taken on a lengthy love story before.

Lin Yuan never thought that idol dramas were easy to film, especially for someone his age.

The female lead for that idol drama has also been cast; she's a rising star who became incredibly popular the year before last. Among all the actors Lin Yuan has worked with, she's arguably the most popular.

This also reflects Lin Yuan's rising status.

The other party's popularity is not fake; they are genuinely at the peak of their careers.

Although he hasn't joined a film crew yet, Lin Yuan is still busy.

He had just finished filming "Mandala" when his agent reminded him to keep an eye on the nomination list for the Tung Blossom Awards.

This is one of the most prestigious and well-regarded awards in the television drama industry. It is awarded annually, and nominated dramas are those that have achieved high quality, received enthusiastic audience response, and featured outstanding performances from the actors in the previous year.

Around the Spring Festival, many industry insiders made predictions about who would win the Tung Blossom Award, with "The Powerful Minister" being a strong contender.

"Major Cases" has also received good reviews and generated considerable buzz, but considering the consistent style of the Tung Blossom Awards, it may not be well-received.

Last year, the overall performance of the TV drama market was mediocre, with few outstanding works. In summary, "The Powerful Minister" has great potential.

Barring any unforeseen circumstances, Lin Yuan is almost certain to receive a nomination.

If they're lucky, the cast of "The Powerful Minister" might even get nominated for both Best Actor and Best Supporting Actor at the same time.

The Tung Blossom Award is also highly prestigious. For television actors, receiving recognition from the Tung Blossom Award means taking a big step forward in their careers.

On the day the nominations were announced, Lin Yuan happened to be at home, while He Xun was still on set. However, in the evening, the two of them kept an eye on the live stream and chatted casually.

He Xun recently encountered another oddball. Just mentioning the other person fills him with rage, which he can't seem to calm down. Lin Yuan can only advise him to calm down first.

When the nominations were announced, Lin Yuan went to the restroom and received a bunch of exclamation marks from He Xun on his phone.

Lin Yuan: "?"

"Sent!" He Xun quickly sent over a screenshot.

Then Lin Yuan saw... a screen full of "The Powerful Minister" and "Major Cases".

He wasn't exaggerating; the screen was indeed full of them.

Best TV Series, Best Director, Best Screenplay, Best Actor, Best Supporting Actor, Best…

The Tung Blossom Awards have few categories and no very detailed classifications, but the combined number of nominations for the two dramas, "The Powerful Minister" and "Major Cases," definitely exceeds ten.

There aren't many acting awards for "Major Crimes" because the plot is rather fragmented. An actor might shine in a particular case, but the episode is too short to meet the criteria for the Tung Blossom Award.

Lin Yuan and He Xun were nominated for Best Actor and Best Supporting Actor, respectively, for their roles as Shao Jing and the Emperor.

"The Minister" and "Major Crimes" are competing for three major awards: Best Drama Series, Best Director, and Best Screenplay.

The Tung Blossom Awards do not distinguish between Best Original Screenplay and Best Adapted Screenplay, so the Best Screenplay award is highly prestigious and is sufficient to prove the quality of the two dramas.

"Lin Yuan's great victory?"

"That's incredible, Kobayashi!"

"Kobayashi's luck with awards is really good... I feel that if 'The Minister of Power' wasn't nominated this year, the Tung Blossom Awards would be a bit less splendid."

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