novelraw Chapter 927 - 925: Best Newcomer Award (Second Update)
Chapter 927 - 925: Best Newcomer Award (Second Update)
"If my efforts amount to X, then the seniors’ efforts are 10X or 100X."Si Han’s words were well-reasoned and thorough, modest yet praising those unnamed predecessors to the highest degree.
The reporter assumed she was sugar-coating and had done her homework early on, memorizing the script. However, these were truly Si Han’s sincere thoughts.
Seeing no controversies or sensationalism arising, the reporter asked a somewhat official question.
"Have you watched the movie Spring yourself?"
Si Han nodded, "I have, and not just once, but five times."
The reporter’s eyes flashed with a hint of amusement, clearly not believing her.
Nowadays, there are plenty of idol actors who don’t even memorize their scripts or lines. When filming starts, they hold the script, remember a few sentences, and act out a short segment. Before one film finishes, another is already waiting to start production. Everyone wants to earn as much as they can while they’re popular; who would foolishly spend time pondering acting skills? To them, what is acting? It doesn’t provide them food, clothing, or expenses, so what’s its use?
"How do you yourself evaluate your performance in the film Spring?"
The reporter started the conversation, naturally couldn’t leave it midway, and followed up with another question.
Si Han was not overly modest nor arrogant, "Among newcomers, I consider myself an industrious rookie, so it should be decent. But according to Director Sun, I have a lot of room for improvement, right? Director Sun!"
Si Han again subtly shifted the focus to Director Sun. The reporter, naturally respectful to such a veteran, adjusted their attitude accordingly. Si Han stayed by Director Sun’s side, attentively listening to his responses to the reporter’s questions.
After finishing the interview and leaving the red carpet, Director Sun, along with Si Han and Fang Kai, followed the protocol guide to their respective seats.
It is said that where there are people, there is a society, and the entertainment industry is a society that values rankings and seniority even more than others.
As a newcomer, if Si Han weren’t starring in Director Sun’s film, she simply couldn’t be sitting in the front and center of the audience seating.
Of course, Si Han was discreet. Had she been more high-profile and "accidentally" disclosed that she’s the Ji Family’s daughter, she could comfortably sit in that central seat, and possibly walk away with the Best Actress Award!
Si Han’s way of keeping her powerful background hidden might make people laugh at her foolishness or inability to adapt, should they accidentally find out.
But Si Han didn’t consider herself foolish nor lacking adaptability.
Though not biologically the Ji Family’s child, the Ji Family genuinely cherished her deeply. No matter what she wanted, be it her brother who held dual roles, or her parents, or even her younger brother, anyone would fulfill her wishes without question.
Yet what she desires isn’t these.
What she wants is achievements genuinely accumulated and obtained bit by bit through her own strength.
Just like her brother and younger brother, they are rightful inheritors of the Ji Family. Even if they did nothing, Ji Family’s assets would suffice for multiple generations of indulgence.
However, they didn’t!
Si Han understands more than anyone how hard her brother and younger brother strive, all to prevent the Ji Family from declining under their watch, or even to propel Ji Family towards greater heights.
People in the Ji Family don’t covet rewards without labor. Even if it’s something achievable with just one call, they prefer to take the typical route step by step like ordinary people.
Therefore, Si Han feels her aspirations should be similar, pursuing them step by step rather than having them handed over by someone.
All award ceremonies reserve director and Best Actor and Actress awards for the climax, while the Best Newcomer Award is given after the Best Supporting Actor and Actress.
When Si Han’s name was announced as one of the nominees, Director Sun turned his head, smiling, "Girl, this award is definitely yours. Are you ready with your acceptance speech?"
Despite being the hot favorite, Si Han didn’t assume she would certainly win, as the other contenders also had impressive performances.
Thus, she only glanced briefly at the acceptance speech Tian Fang gave her, but never memorized it.
After the nominee film clips were replayed, the presenters on stage bantered a bit to liven up the atmosphere. Minutes later, the male presenter called out, asking the director to prepare the violin so this award winner could perform a brilliant solo on stage.
As soon as the male presenter spoke, someone from the audience shouted Si Han’s name. Director Sun nudged her, indicating for her to go on stage, yet Si Han sat perfectly still.
The female presenter on stage yelled, "The Best Newcomer Award at the 19th Festival goes to..."
A spotlight instantly moved from the stage to Si Han’s seat, her beautiful close-up appeared on the screen above the stage, and with the accompanying audience, the female presenter called out the winner’s name, "Si Han!"
Only then did Si Han stand up. Honestly, she was truly nervous!
Though she imagined winning, after much consideration she found it unlikely, eventually opting not to think about it.
And now, with her mind blank, she walked onto the stage, accepted the trophy handed by the presenter, repeatedly murmurating, "Thank you, teacher, thank you, teacher..."
"Si Han, don’t be so nervous. How about relaxing with a little violin piece first?"
Si Han thought the male presenter was just making idle chatter, not expecting footsteps behind her. She turned her head slightly and saw someone indeed bring the violin to her.
"Come on, come on..." The audience egged her on loudly. Si Han was momentarily at a loss but bit her lip, forcing herself to calm down.
"Alright then, I’ll play a short piece, I hope you all won’t like it!"
The mellow melody flowed out elegantly from beneath the bow, Si Han gently closed her eyes and devotedly played Serenade, as applause erupted below, gradually soothing her anxious surging emotions.
As the song ended, thunderous applause filled the venue. Si Han bowed deeply towards the audience.
"Alright, now let’s hear Si Han’s acceptance speech."
Handing the violin to the nearby staff, Si Han stepped forward to the microphone.
"First of all, thank you to Director Sun for repeatedly convincing me to star in this film, he is my first mentor in the film path. Then, thank you Sister Fang, thank you Xinying Entertainment, and thank you to all my supporting Lions, most importantly, thank you to my supportive family, I love you all!"