Chapter 346 Baeksang Awards Ceremony
As an annual grand ceremony, the Baeksang Awards Ceremony naturally attracts much attention.
This year the entire event will be broadcast live on TVN.
At this moment, tens of thousands of netizens are watching.
And when Kim Ki-hyun and Lee Ji-eun stepped onto the red carpet, the barrage of comments instantly rolled out like a torrent of water.
【!!! (Screaming and losing voice)】
[Slurp, slurp... (licking the screen)]
[What a bunch of lunatics, my Xuan is so handsome!!!]
[Golden Actor, you won the Best Actor award today, completing the Grand Slam, come on! ]
[By the way, why can IU walk the red carpet with Kim Ki-hyun? ]
[Maybe Kim Ki-hyun doesn't want to eat Lee Kwang-soo and Lee Sun-bin's dog food. ]
【kkkkk~】
[IU's look today is so beautiful, and she looks very pleasing to the eye with Kim Ki-hyun. ]
[One is 185cm tall, the other is 162cm tall, the height difference is so cute! ]
[I declare this the best red carpet look of the night! ]
[What a perfect match! ]
[They are definitely together. There was no explanation for the couple ring issue a while ago. According to the past practices of artists, they should have avoided suspicion. But the two of them actually dared to walk the red carpet together in such a high-profile manner! ]
【That makes sense! 】
[Get married, Your Highness, your wedding can grant amnesty to the whole world. If your marriage cannot grant amnesty to the whole world, you can grant amnesty to my final exams! ]
[Hehe, Jin Qixuan’s fans are paying tribute to our IU again. ]
[It's so funny, I'm endorsing Xuanwushe, paying for it? Who's taking advantage of whom? ]
[Stop arguing, stop arguing, we are all family. 】
[Part-time CP fans passing by~]
…
At this moment, Jin Qixuan was walking on the red carpet with an upright posture.
He walked with steady steps, smiled gracefully, looked elegant, and waved to the audience and the media from time to time.
Lee Ji-eun, who was standing next to him, had a faint smile on her face, her temperament was gentle and peaceful. She held Kim Ki-hyeon's arm and followed him closely.
Same thing, listening to the media's calls from time to time, turning around and waving.
Seeing the two of them match so well, the cheers from the audience were no less enthusiastic than those on the live broadcast.
Many people also opened shopping apps on their phones and scanned Jin Qixuan's outfit today.
And when the price came out, these people quietly put away their phones.
"With this price... no wonder Jin Qixuan is dressed so handsomely."
"It's so funny. This suit costs over 20 million. I closed it."
"Is this high luxury? Love it!"
“…”
On the red carpet.
Kim Ki-hyun and Lee Ji-eun slowly walked towards the autograph wall amid the cheers of the media and fans.
Signing, posing and taking photos all in one go.
During the period, the two were asked by the media to pose in the heart shape with their hands.
It made a lot of CP fans exclaim with excitement.
At the same time, the popularity of the term #金启轩IU# on the Internet is also rising steadily.
It overshadowed tonight's awards ceremony.
Among them, the topic of Jin Qixuan's red carpet look directly rushed to the top of the hot search.
His fans were also bored and started to vote on which red carpet look of Jin Qixuan was the best.
…
After completing the red carpet process.
Kim Ki-hyeon and Lee Ji-eun were led by staff into the venue of the award ceremony.
Even though Jin Qixuan asked to walk the red carpet together.
But the two of them still can't sit together.
The seating arrangement at last year's Grand Bell Awards did not work, but was borrowed by the Baeksang Arts Awards.
That is, the five Best Actor nominees sat together.
It's full of gunpowder.
After Jin Qixuan sent Li Zhien to her seat, he went to his own seat.
Jung Woo-sung, Ryu Seung-ryong and others also stood up immediately, shook hands with Kim Ki-hyeon and hugged him.
A lot of surface work has been done.
However, he was quite surprised by Li Xingmin's attitude towards Jin Qixuan.
The expression is sincere and not false at all.
Maybe it's because he has reached the age of knowing the destiny, and he is more open-minded about everything.
Unlike the other two nominees, he is quite obsessed with the Best Actor award.
Since "Myeongryang", Ryu Seung-ryong's performance has been quite disappointing for three years from 2015 to 2018.
It was the huge success of "Extreme Job" that brought him back into the audience's attention.
Therefore, he now urgently needs the Best Actor trophy to prove himself.
On the other hand, Jung Woo-sung has been a runner-up for five years but has not won a single Best Actor award.
He wanted it more.
Therefore, although they appeared to be very friendly on the surface.
But in their hearts, they all hope that the other party will lose.
After Jin Qixuan took his seat, the audience entered.
During this period, he didn't walk around casually, just sat there chatting with Yoo Ah-in.
"Have you received the script invitation for "Six Rounds"?"
Liu Yaren nodded and said, "Got it."
"I've accepted the lead role in this drama, and you have to help me with the acting."
Jin Qixuan had already guessed that the casting of "Squid Game" would definitely not go smoothly in the future.
"oh?"
Liu Yaren's eyes lit up. It seemed that Jin Qixuan accepted his previous proposal.
"Okay, I'll talk to my agent later. Wait, when is the filming? I just took on a new script recently, and I'm afraid the schedule won't work."
"In the second half of next year."
Hearing this, Liu Yaren nodded and said:
"Oh, that's no problem."
"When will you shoot this new album?"
"The project hasn't been approved yet, and there's no one to play the supporting role!"
Yoo Ah In smiled bitterly.
Hearing this, Jin Qixuan forced himself to suppress the smile on his face and said, "Tell me the plot."
“…”
Just as the two of them were chatting in low voices, the Baeksang Awards Ceremony officially kicked off.
As usual, we will first introduce the judges of this year.
Then, clips from popular movies and TV series from the second half of last year and the first half of this year began to be broadcast.
Afterwards, the show broadcasted the transformation of many outstanding actors in acting.
The first thing that came into the picture was a clip of Jin Qixuan's performance.
The clip played at the beginning was the one in which he played Hyun-soo in "The Untamed", in which he stabbed someone with broken glass.
Then, the picture changed.
The video showed him playing the role of Shen Shihe in "My First Brother", in which he was lying on the ground, shouting and accusing the other party of bullying the disabled.
Because the style of the two clips changed so drastically, the audience burst into laughter instantly.
Afterwards, Yoo Ah-in's dramatic transformation in acting in "Burning" and "The Day Our Country Goes Bankrupt" began to play on the big screen.
Then, there were other people’s acting transformations.
There are old actors and new actors.
As these clips end.
The award ceremony officially begins.
Amidst the applause of the audience, the three hosts came on stage.
"After reading the key points, it seems even harder to predict who the winner will be. Park Bo Gum, which of the clips just played impressed you the most?"
On the stage, Shin Dongyeop, the main MC, looked past Bae Suzy and asked Park Bo Gum.
"What impressed me most was Jin Qixuanxi's performance clip."
Park Bo Gum took the microphone and explained:
"I feel that the role of Shen Shihe is very difficult. He has to lie in a wheelchair all the time and act only with his face. I have tried it before, but I can't lie down all the time. My butt hurts after sitting for a long time."
"Hahaha……"
As soon as these words were spoken, the whole audience burst into laughter.
Many people moved their buttocks subconsciously, seeming to share the same feeling.
Kim Ki-hyun smiled and clasped his hands together to express his gratitude to Park Bo Gum on the stage.
"So, Suzy, which actor's transformation surprised you the most?"
Shin Dongye asked Bae Suzy again.
"Well, I was most impressed by Kim Hyang-gi's transformation in acting."
At this time, the camera turned to Kim Hyang-ki in the guest seat, and the little girl smiled and made a heart shape with her hands towards Bae Suzy.
"Okay, let's stop talking nonsense and get down to business."
"The actors' hard-working performances are recognized and honored by the Baeksang Arts Awards."
"Now, the 55th Baeksang Arts Awards ceremony officially begins!"
As Shin Dongye finished his words, warm applause broke out at the scene.
The award ceremony officially begins.
The first awards presented were the Best Newcomer Awards for Film and Television Drama.
It has nothing to do with Kim Ki-hyun or Yoo Ah-in.
The two of them chatted quietly in the audience.
"I think you can ask Uncle Liu Haizhen to help you with the supporting role in this drama. I think he is a pretty good guy."
Kim Ki-hyeon suggested after listening to Yoo Ah-in's narration of the story.
"He, um... isn't he going to act in the next movie with you? Are you asking him to act in another movie? Or is it a movie directed by Lee Chang-dong?"
"No, he doesn't have that many scenes in my drama, and it will be finished in about a month."
Hearing this, Liu Yaren pinched his chin and nodded.
“By the way, I have a good relationship with Uncle Yoo Jae-myung, so if things don’t go well for Yoo Hae-jin, he can be used as a backup.”
"Yoo Jae-myung?!"
Liu Yaren was stunned, then he slapped his thigh and said excitedly:
"Uncle Liu Zaiming is awesome! Please help me make some connections later."
Liu Zaiming is considered a veteran actor, but he is not a Chungmuro actor.
Therefore, it does not involve the compromises within the Chungmuro circle.
His situation is that he will take any script he gets, no matter if it's a TV series or a movie, no matter how big or small the role is.
If he still picks scripts, he will starve to death.
Jin Qixuan nodded and said:
"No problem, but don't you want Liu Haizhen?"
"To be honest, I don't like to beg people for favors."
Yoo Ah-in has his own pride. If he could be more flexible, he would not be excluded from the circle.
While the two were chatting, the Bazaar Fashion ICON Award was presented on the stage.
Previously it was sponsored by Instyle magazine, but this year it was changed to Bazaar.
Instyle's award criteria are based on leading last year's clothing trends, while Bazaar's selection is mainly based on beauty and makeup.
But no matter which aspect, the award still goes to Jin Qixuan.
By the way, this is the fourth consecutive year that Kim Ki-hyun has won a fashion award at the Baeksang Arts Awards.
Although compared with mainstream fashion awards such as the ELLE Style Awards, GQ Intelligence Annual Selection, and Bazaar Fashion Night, its value is indeed quite low.
But, don't miss it.
"Now we will present the Bazaar ICON Award. The winner is - Jin Qixuanxi. Congratulations."
As the editor-in-chief of Bazaar finished speaking, applause broke out.
Jin Qixuan then stood up, straightened his suit, bowed slightly to the people around him, and walked onto the stage to receive the award.
Since this award is not a mainstream fashion award, Jin Qixuan did not prepare any special acceptance speech.
It is not appropriate to say thank you to magazine editors, photographers, stylists, brands you endorse, etc. on this occasion.
It only makes sense to say it at the ELLE Fashion Awards.
"Thank you. I will continue to work hard to lead the fashion trend of the Peninsula."
After saying this briefly, Jin Qixuan walked back to his seat from the backstage with the trophy.
Wait for Jin Qixuan to take a seat.
Yoo Ah-in took out two pieces of candy from his arms, handed one to Kim Ki-hyeon, and put one into his own mouth.
"No, thank you."
Although Kim Ki-hyeon refused, Yoo Ah-in still put the candy into his palm.
Jin Qixuan looked at the candy in his hand and fell into deep thought.
"Eat it, it's delicious."
"Why did you bring candy?"
"The ceremony will take three hours. Most importantly, I have to gain 30 pounds for the role."
"oh."
Jin Qixuan thought about it, put the candy in his pocket, took out a piece of chocolate and handed it to him.
Seeing this, Yoo Ah In looked puzzled and asked, "Why did you bring chocolate?"
"My wife loves to eat it, so I have to have it ready at all times."
“Tsk…”
Coincidentally, the interaction between the two in the audience was captured by the live broadcast camera.
Seeing this, the number of scrolling comments in the live broadcast room increased instantly.
【I really want to know what the two of them talked about. 】
[Yoo Ah In gave Qi Xuan candy, but Qi Xuan didn't want it. Yoo Ah In still gave it to him. Unexpectedly, Qi Xuan took out chocolate from his pocket and gave it to Yoo Ah In, haha.]
[When did they become so close? ]
[Perhaps it is the mutual admiration between young movie stars. ]
【My Xuan’s social circle is really wide! 】
…
Subsequent awards were presented as scheduled.
Since most of the awards had nothing to do with Jin Qixuan, as he was just a spectator, his mentality was very relaxed.
Soon, as the first half of the awards ceremony ended, a round of stage performances began.
Jin Qixuan took the opportunity to go to the bathroom to flush the toilet.
Yoo Ah In also came along and compared his size with him.
Jin Qixuan won.
After a moment, the performance on the stage ended.
The award ceremony continues.
At the beginning of the second half, the male and female entertainment awards for the variety show category were presented.
The funny images of these male and female variety show hosts also perfectly complement the tense and dull atmosphere of the award ceremony.
It allows people to have fun even during the tense award ceremony.
After that, it’s the Popularity Award.
It was monopolized by the young couple Kim Ki-hyun and Lee Ji-eun.
Speaking of which, Jin Qixuan really doesn't want to accept this award now.
According to the nature of award ceremonies in balancing the award distribution, after winning the Fashion Award and the Popularity Award, he probably won't get the Best Actor trophy.
However, compared to Kim Ki-hyeon's lack of interest, Lee Ji-eun was quite happy.
After all, this was her first time attending the Baeksang Arts Festival, and she received the Popularity Award, which was voted for by her fans.
In addition, when she saw Jin Qixuan waiting for her to go on stage together in the audience, her heart was as sweet as honey.
Wait until you come to his side.
Lee Ji-eun naturally took Kim Ki-hyeon's arm, held up her skirt with her other hand, and walked onto the stage with a sweet smile on her face, walking briskly.
Seeing this scene, the barrage in the live broadcast room exploded again.
[So sweet, our IU naturally put her arm around Kim Ki-hyeon’s arm~]
【My Xuan looked at IU lovingly, and bumped into her. 】
[They are such a good match, I really want them to have a baby right here! ]
[It's so sweet to receive the award on the same stage~]
…
Wait for the young couple to receive the trophy from the award presenter.
Jin Qixuan took a step back, smiled and gestured for her to speak first.
Li Zhien was not stage-frightened. She nodded and walked to the microphone.
Her acceptance speech was very artistic.
First, she thanked U Aina for voting for her day and night.
Then, she thanked the crew of "My Mister" for giving her the opportunity to stand on the stage of the Baeksang Awards.
Finally, I would like to mention the filming of "Hotel Denarau" which is currently underway. I hope everyone will look forward to it.
After Lee Ji-eun finished her speech, she took a step back and stood aside obediently watching Kim Ki-hyeon give his speech.
Jin Qixuan's speech was relatively simple.
Thanks to the fans who voted for him.
Next, we promoted "The Villain" which will be released on the 15th and "Parasite" which will be released on the 30th.
However, when I heard Jin Qixuan promoting the movie.
The award presenter Park Hyung-sik's face looked a little dark.
Because, when he first came on stage, he promoted his role in "The Jurors" which was released on the 15th.
Obviously, whether it is the popularity of the film, the audience's expectations, or the appeal of promoting the film's actors.
Park Hyung-sik from "The Jurors" was completely defeated.
After Jin Qixuan finished speaking, Li Zhien naturally took his arm again, and the two of them walked towards the backstage sweetly.
The two award presenters also followed him backstage.
The moment the young couple disappeared.
Park Hyung-sik, who had been smiling the whole time, suddenly became expressionless.
He is an idol who transformed into an actor, and it is not easy for him to make it.
In terms of film and television resources, idol-turned-actors are not a bit inferior to pure actors.
Young top-level actors like Jin Qixuan are even more unattainable for a transformed idol like him.
Seeing that his expression was somewhat complicated, his companion comforted him:
"Don't be discouraged. You're a 90s actor who made it through idoldom and transformed successfully. You're still not as good as Kim Ki-hyun, Park Bo-gum, Im Si-wan... I'm sorry."
“…”
After the Popularity Award, it was the Drama Award, Best Screenplay, and Best Director Awards that were revived last year.
After that, the Best Actor award for the TV department was presented.
The nominees are Hyun Bin, Lee Byung-hun, Ryu Jin-yeol, Lee Sun-kyun, and Kim Nam-gil.
In the end, Lee Byung-hun won the Best Actor Award at the 55th Baeksang Arts Awards.
While Jin Qixuan was applauding and congratulating, he felt a little emotional.
If he had taken on the role in "Mr. Sunshine", he would have won the Best Actor award this year.
Immediately afterwards, the Best Actress award in the TV category was announced.
As Kim Ki-hyeon expected, Lee Ji-eun and Kim Tae-ri were runners-up.
Won by Lian Jingya from "Sky Castle".
However, Lee Ji-eun's expression management is far worse than Yoona's.
The moment she heard that she was not the winner, anyone could see the slight disappointment on her face.
Fortunately, the big screen cut away the video in time so that more people didn’t notice it.
Jin Qixuan turned around and gave Li Zhien a comforting look.
The latter pouted at him in grievance, completely forgetting the happiness she had just felt when receiving the Popularity Award.
…
As the Best Actress awards ceremony ended, the tense atmosphere in the venue gradually began to heat up.
Because the Best Actor award ceremony is about to begin.
Jin Qixuan is eager to get this trophy, but he is not so persistent.
This tense mentality coexists with a clear mind, forming a delicate balance.
At this time, Kim Yoon-seok, the winner of the previous Baeksang Best Actor Award, came on stage to present the award.
"The next awards to be presented should be the best actor and best actress that movie fans are most looking forward to."
"The first thing to be announced is the Best Actor."
"The five nominees for this year's Best Actor cover the old, middle-aged and young generations."
“It fully demonstrates the vigorous vitality and rich talent of the Peninsula Film Festival.”
"The themes of the film also cover a variety of subjects such as comedy, reality, narrative, suspense, etc., which can be said to be a hundred flowers blooming."
"So, who will win the Best Actor award tonight?"
"Let's take a look at the candidates first."
After the candidate clips were played, real-time images of the five nominees were displayed side by side on the big screen behind the stage.
In real-time imaging.
Jin Qixuan could clearly see the status of the other nominees.
Next to him, Yoo Ah-in was slumped in the chair very comfortably, and it was obvious that he had already started.
Jung Woo-sung, who was nominated for Best Actor five times but failed every time, was tense as if he was holding back some energy.
Li Xingmin, who achieved success late in life, had a kind smile on his face, as if he didn't care whether he got it or not.
Liu Chenglong also smiled innocently, but his eyes revealed deep expectation.
At this moment, there was silence in the venue with thousands of people.
Everyone's eyes were focused on the small card in Jin Lunshi's hand.
"The winner of the Best Actor Award in the Film Category at the 55th Baeksang Arts Awards is..."
"——"Agent" Li Xingmin, congratulations!"
As Jin Lunshik finished speaking, warm applause broke out in the venue.
Lee Sung-min stood up with a smile on his face, hugged several Best Actor candidates around him, and walked towards the stage.
Jin Qixuan looked at Li Xingmin's departing back, feeling mixed emotions.
Only then did he truly understand what it felt like to be a runner-up, and he also understood why the once-popular Liu Yaren was ostracized by the circle.
"Victory and defeat are common in the military. Come back next year and take it easy."
On the side, Liu Yaren, who had experienced this before, patted him on the shoulder and comforted him.
"Ah, I'm just happy for my senior. He won the Best Actor award for the first time in his 50s. That's amazing."
"I don't believe it."
"Just don't believe it."
“…”
(End of this chapter)
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