The problems of formulaic and dramatic performances in Shang Yechu's acting can only be solved through real-world filming experience. Acting skills are something that atrophy with use; without acting, there will be no improvement. Wanting to be an actor without acting is as ridiculous as wanting to exercise without actually working out.
If Shang Yechu were content to be a popular celebrity, she could certainly choose this path. But that's not the case.
Besides, the project that Shang Yechu has been longing for will definitely not wait for a pretty face to grow. Although Shang Yechu has never been a popular celebrity, she knows better than anyone else in this era how difficult it is for popular celebrities to transition into mainstream roles.
Furthermore, the period of dormancy was a long blank period for the audience—no one knew what happened to Shang Yechu during that time.
If Shang Yechu becomes famous and her past photos are dug up, viewers will be surprised to find that she looks completely different from how she looks now!
Upon further investigation, it was discovered that Shang Yechu was an eyesore a few years ago. She disappeared for several years, and when she returned, she had become a great beauty!
At that point, Shang Yechu will truly be unable to defend himself. That blank period will be a dark chapter in Shang Yechu's history that he can never explain.
Everyone would believe that during those years, Shang Yechu somehow managed to obtain a sum of money, underwent surgery, and transformed herself from an ugly duckling into a golden phoenix. The label of having plastic surgery would be undeniably attached to Shang Yechu, with no possibility of being removed.
You say you haven't had plastic surgery? Where's the proof? Nobody has seen it!
You had plastic surgery, but where did the money come from? Is every penny clean and honest? Who here believes that?
Even worse, Shang Yechu, who chose the path of hiding, did not accumulate experience and undergo baptism through the experience of being an extra. The problems of formulaic and comedic acting in his acting have not been resolved, making it difficult for him to gain a casual audience with his works.
The audience will suddenly realize: No wonder Ye Chu's acting always sounds the same, it turns out that plastic surgery made her face stiff!
Shang Yechu might even receive a vivid nickname or negative reviews. For example—
"The comedic face is actually a giant face wash?"
"Man-made industrial assembly line products are indeed standardized."
"Ye Chu, stop acting! Your acting skills are more consistent than your implants!"
"Instead of acting, Ye Chu should start an online platform to educate people about cosmetic surgery and warn them about potential pitfalls. The number of viewers would definitely be more than the audience for your terrible movies..."
"He's already made his face look stiff and he's still trying to ruin the audience's lives. He's probably destined to be stuck with historical dramas for life..."
Shang Yechu can't keep acting in comedies, and if he appears in other works, he'll just become an oddball. If he doesn't want to stand out too much, he'd have to be willing to play small roles and extras—but then what's the point of lying low? He might as well start as an extra from the beginning.
Although these events never actually happened, Shang Yechu had already imagined them several times in her mind. After a brief hesitation, Shang Yechu finally made up her mind and chose the path she was now taking.
They openly document their physical transformations in film and television, making every minute change visible. This makes the changes appear legitimate and traceable.
This is not to convince everyone that "Ye Chu did not have plastic surgery".
Many people mistakenly believe that cosmetic surgery is a major stain on one's reputation. This is not the case.
In the eyes of the audience, only the work itself truly matters. A truly respectful work is one that is excellent, satisfying, and provides entertainment, relaxation, and spiritual enjoyment. Even if an actor has undergone millions of dollars in cosmetic surgery, as long as the role is suitable and the performance is convincing, the audience won't care.
In fact, this practice of not using ugly people to poison the audience's eyes is a form of respect.
There's a saying in the Korean entertainment industry: "I'd rather see an artificially handsome man than a natural monster." For celebrities, who are treated as commodities, modifying their appearance is like changing the packaging of a product. It's not like tax evasion, drug use, prostitution, infidelity, or domestic violence—unforgivable illegal acts that would subject them to moral pressure and condemnation.
No audience member would praise an actor with phrases like, "His face is natural, untouched by plastic surgery; it's flawless and completely natural." To consider not having had plastic surgery as a major achievement for an actor is like choosing milk or vegetables and worrying about preservatives.
No viewer will hold a grudge against an artist simply because of plastic surgery. Viewers will only hurl insults: "Damn it! XXX acted like a block of wood! Those who haven't eaten shit should go watch XXX act!"
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