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You...

I...

I can’t leave...

Cut.

"Deep In" (Episode 1)

A month ago.

Hi.

Is this the audition room for "Deep In"?

Hi.

Um...

Are you Zhang Zhun, here to audition?

Yeah.

Right this way.

This one's actually alright.

Cut.

That's good.

Director.

This is Zhang Zhun, here to audition.

Hi, Director Chen.

I'm Zhang Zhun.

I studied at the New Arts Academy of Drama.

I'm currently signed with Xingyao Entertainment.

I'm experienced in stunt work.

Small face.

Very boyish.

Doesn't match your real age, though.

Director Chen,

if the role calls for it,

I can look more mature too.

No need.

For this role

you look the part.

But.

I need more attitude from you.

Pretty,

buttoned-up,

and a little neurotic.

Because this character

wears sharp suits and drives nice cars.

Director,

are we good here?

My lips are numb from kissing.

Mr. Zhen.

Want some water?

Are we casting,

or running boot camp for those heartthrobs who wanna be driven to sex work?

Every one of them looks like they're just clocking in to work.

I'm getting hurt on the job here.

Throwing a fit again?

Just like cutie Qin when she was young.

Mr. Zhen,

this is Zhang Zhun, here to audition.

Hi, Mr. Zhen. Nice seeing you again.

Have we met?

Oh.

It's been seven or eight years.

Totally fair if you don't remember.

I was the female lead's stunt double in "Zou Ma."

Oh?

Not enough action for the female leads now,

so you wanna try the male lead's

drama scenes?

Mr. Zhen,

you two go way back.

Back when you debuted in "North Peak" as the second male lead,

that girl thief you chased down the whole street,

that was him.

I don't remember stuff like that.

Director Chen,

What are we doing now?

An intimate scene.

Then let's do it.

Wait, Director Chen.

Mr. Zhen and I...

may need a minute to prep first.

Ten minutes.

Go ahead.

Okay.

Sorry, I don't

Your character does.

Mr. Zhen,

before I came, I worked out a few...

If you can't keep up with my acting, just get out.

Fine.

Then let's start.

Wait.

I'm not ready yet.

Never done intimate scenes?

No...

Not this kind.

Then...

let's just try it first.

Aren't we gonna talk about the roles?

What's there to talk about?

We don't have to kiss, right?

A hug could work too.

Director,

can we just hug?

No!

At least three bed scenes!

Two fully nude!

And the set stays open!

You heard him.

No way.

Director,

we're ready.

You're messing with me.

You're ready, I'm not.

Then I'll

help you some more.

Keep these one's audition clips.

Sure, Director.

Why are you squirming?

We're rolling.

Action.

More tension, more emotion.

Push it further.

Pretend it's Danyi's tongue.

But...

Danyi doesn't smoke.

Mr. Zhen is even better this time.

Oscar-worthy as always.

Zhang's still a little off.

Yes, yes.

That's it.

Keep going.

Good.

They've gotten into the groove fast, and it's getting better and better.

Cut.

That's more like it.

The restroom's over there.

Not bad.

You two really click.

Great chemistry.

Mr. Zhen,

when the curtain closed,

what were you doing in there?

Here's the next scene's call sheet.

Got it.

Pack everything up.

It's almost time to get off work.

Oh, okay, okay.

Please send me your location.

I'll go pick you up later.

Hold on.

Mr. Zhang,

So,

the director and Mr. Zhen went to see the producer.

Your audition is done for today.

If you get picked,

the crew will contact you.

Okay, thanks.

Thanks for your hard work.

I'll head out then.

Mm-hmm.

Hey,

wait a sec.

I'll come pick you up in a bit.

Okay, okay.

Okay, hang on, hang on.

[Xie Danyi]

Hello, Zhun.

You're still up?

I couldn't sleep

without your update.

How was it.

You home yet?

Not yet.

So late.

On my way back, Pang called me.

Said a friend was coming by the prop warehouse.

He was stuck on set,

so I came to cover for him.

You're too nice.

So how'd it go today?

Based on the director's reaction,

probably okay.

But a lot of people auditioned.

Gotta wait for the result.

Whatever.

Hope they pick someone else.

I don't want guys groping you all day.

I'm simply too old for that.

Says who?

My parents called again today.

Asking when they'll meet your parents.

A-Zhun,

I don't want to pressure you,

but I'm at that age now.

Danyi,

give me a little more time.

This year,

if it still doesn't happen,

I'll think about quitting acting.

The guy picking up the props is here.

I gotta go.

Bye.

I just lost a bit of that boyish spark

and suddenly there's gray at my tempes.

Lin

thanks for recommending me.

That's how I got this audition.

Lin, please

put in another word with the crew.

I really need this shot.

[Lin, please]

[put in another word with the crew.]

[I really need this shot.]

Dating?

Fine by me.

But hide it better!

You know how many deals you've already lost?

You wanna throw your career away?

Sending a legal notice is just useless.

Tell him again.

No dating inside the company.

Tell him to stop asking for trouble.

Qin...

How many times have I told you?

Call me sis!

Sis Qin.

I don't get it.

Director Chen's gay art film

was always a prestige project and CP incubator.

So how did Zhang Zhun land the spot?

Oh my God, sis.

Isn't it good your guy got picked?

Sure,

but...

since when does

free lunch just fall from the sky?

Zhang Zhun just doesn't have star power.

The company's already given up pushing him.

And this time...

Zhen Xin picked him himself.

Come on, sis.

No way.

Why the long face?

Got chewed out again?

The Douban Forum hate thread on me

is over a thousand comments now.

They keep saying do it if you can,

and if not, get lost.

That accident on set was a misunderstanding.

Didn't I already explain that?

All right.

Sweetheart,

it's over.

Here,

pick one.

What's that supposed to mean?

I've got you the Chen Zhengsen's male lead...

but still don't have his scene partner set.

These are all from our company.

Pick whichever one you like,

and I'll send him to audition.

So now I'm supposed to mentor a newbie and let him ride my coattails?

Oh, come on.

You're already huge.

Cut me some slack.

I know you're only in your twenties

and just won Best Actor with a promising future.

The company doing this

is a little much.

But trying to cash in now

is normal too.

Just think of it as

payback for all these years I busted my ass for you.

Deal?

Come on.

Pick one.

Here.

You sure?

Be serious, okay?

Why'd you pick this ugly kid?

No.

[Zhang Zhun]

Him.

I don't get why Zhen Xin picked him either.

They barely even know each other, right?

Think maybe he pissed Zhen Xin off before?

Then that ugly kid's in for it on set.

Still,

it really is a chance.

Well then,

good luck to both of you.

[Five days later]

I got beef rolls...

as well.

And your favorite shiitake beef sauce.

Beef roll.

Shiitake Beef Sauce.

That's it.

Besides getting hot pot ready... [Message from the AD saying he got the part and needs to fly out]

Danyi.

I got the part.

Really?

That's amazing.

Then we really have to celebrate tonight.

I can't.

There's no time.

The crew wants me there tomorrow.

I have to fly to Coconut City right away.

Danyi...

Okay.

Don't worry about me.

I'll be fine.

Go pack.

Okay.

I'll have the food sent over.

We'll save hot pot for later.

When I wrap and come back,

I'll have a proper meal with you.

Okay I'll wait.

Just scan this code.

Do you need a bag?

[He spent 163 yuan with a a remaining balance of 1,735.85.]

No bag, thanks.

OK.

This is yours too, right?

Yes, together.

I'm a member.

Can you add up my points?

Okay.

Okay, I know.

All right, got it.

Okay, thanks.

I'll follow up again.

Okay.

And that project we talked about last time,

is it a go?

[Xie Danyi updating him and expressing concern]

Good. Then it should be fine.

Okay, thanks.

[She's telling him about the on-set assault, and warning him about Zhen Xin.]

That's alright.

Yeah,

So that's it.

Seven years ago, on the set of "Zou Ma"

Cut.

Mr. Zhen nailed it in one take.

That's a wrap for today.

Thank you Mr. Zhen.

Bro, let me borrow your umbrella.

The top leads don't have one.

Thanks.

Carefully, Mr. Zhen.

Gossip sites love blowing this stuff up.

Don't let it get to you.

I'll take care of myself.

Lin.

Nervous?

Are you close with Zhen Xin?

Huh?

No.

I just doubled for an actress in one of his scenes.

I know that.

Anything else?

Did you...

ever piss him off?

Talk trash about him,

or

steal his girlfriend?

Lin.

I don't even have his WeChat.

Did something happen?

No, no.

Just asking.

Then why's he being so nice?

Listen,

remember this.

Zhen Xin is the top guy in our company.

On set,

keep your eyes open.

You know what I mean, right?

Play nice when you need to,

and stroke his ego when you have to.

Just don't offend him.

Okay?

Got it.

All right, get some rest.

Mr. Zhang.

Thank you for your work. Come on in.

Mr. Zhang,

good to see you again.

I'm Zhao Chen, the casting AD on this film.

You'll coordinate with me from now on.

Okay.

I'll get your suitcase.

No, it's okay.

I got it.

It's fine. The elevator's over there.

Okay.

Here's your key card.

So...

We officially start shooting in half a month.

So,

right now, only you and Mr. Zhen are here early.

You're both in room 3804.

It's a suite.

Both of us?

Right.

Since this film...

starts with intimate scenes,

the director arranged for you two to stay together.

He wants you to get comfortable early,

and settle into the roles sooner.

Mr. Zhang,

do your best.

You should rest up first.

I'll get going.

Okay.

See you tomorrow, Director.

Okay, bye.

Mr. Zhen?

Mr. Zhen?

Mr. Zhen?

Mr. Zhen?

Stop right there!

Why the hell are you here?

Mr. Zhen,

I didn't know you were in there.

I rang the bell,

and nobody answered.

I thought you hadn't arrived yet.

What the hell does that have to do with anything?

Answer me.

Why are you in my room?

It's my room too.

What?

Our film

is kind of special, right?

The director...

the AD said

he wants us to build chemistry fast.

So we're staying together before shooting starts,

to help us get into character.

Didn’t he tell you?

[A bunch of missed calls from the director]

Fuck.

My phone was on silent.

Even if we are staying together,

what the hell are you doing?

I was gonna take a shower...

A ridiculous request like this from the crew,

and you don't know how to say no?

I...

I do what the director says.

Pathetic.

I'm going to talk to Chen Zhengsen.

So, Mr. Zhen...

Did the director say yes?

I thought it over.

We're both actors.

For the film, for the roles,

building chemistry andstaying immersed makes sense.

You don't have a problem with that, do you?

No...

No problem.

Then pick one.

This is...

A flash drive from the director.

He needs us to watch every movie together. In bed.

Is that really necessary?

You think you're that good?

Read the script and you'll know why.

[The way he yanked his pants off...

the leg thrown over his shoulder...]

[Does that feel good? Say it! Does that feel good?]

Do we really have to...

act all of it out?

I'm in the inner room.

Come in and talk.

When you're filming,

you just leave your stuff on the bed like this?

I usually have an assistant.

But this time, since we're here early,

I'm not allowed to bring one.

So your assistant cleans up at home too?

My girlfriend does.

Didn't the company just say a few days ago that you were single?

The lonely heartthrob and all that?

What, I can't date in secret?

Sure.

Of course you can.

Relax.

I'll act like I know nothing.

I picked you this time.

Really?

Thank you, Mr. Zhen.

I didn't expect youto give me this shot.

No need to thank me.

I just grabbed your résumé at random.

So,

how are you going to thank me?

You pick

which side of the bed you wanna sleep.

So, what'd you think of the script?

I think...

it's really nuanced.

Yeah.

This movie has a lot of sexual tension.

We really do...

need to build some chemistry.

Yeah.

So,

pick one and let's watch it.

Just watching won't do much.

Do you know how to play scenes like this well?

Then let's...

watch them together tonight,

and tomorrow morning,

we can practice.

Um...

The rest of the time is personal time.

I do my workouts,

you do your thing.

We're just coworkers.

What else would we be?

It's not like we're actually gay.

Oh, and...

in bed, I usually take the lead a little more.

You don’t need to tell me about you and you girlfriend.

I meant...

with you.

From now.

Do not take other's umbrella casually.

It's not that matter，just a bit.

Someone took his umbrella, got soaked...

And he's squatting there, eating likehe's happy as hell.

What's his name?

No idea.