The Haunted Monster Actor - Chapter 84



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Episode 84

Nineties Dive’s final episode viewership ratings 34.7%.

There is no need for any further explanation.

Retro sensibility from the 90s to the early 2010s.

A high-quality original soundtrack supports this.

A story of youthful friendship, overcoming loss together, and returning to the stage together.

Even though we’re still in the fourth quarter of 2024, there’s no denying that Nineties Dive is the biggest box office hit of the year.

[Actor Kim Hyun-soo, who has achieved the greatest glory in both movies and dramas]

The content of the article is in line with what Choi Ui-jeong said at the closing party.

[If there are no other unexpected changes, I have no doubt that actor Kim Hyun-soo will shine like Ji-yu Han on stage at this year’s KBC Drama Awards as well as at the Black Star Awards in the middle of next year.]

For reference, the above article was published a week after the drama ended.

Even though the sequel began airing, the popularity of Nineties Dive and Kim Hyun-soo showed no signs of abating.

The Rising Dive version of ‘Wings’, which was performed on the last stage, was still at the top of the charts along with Goldmary’s original song.

Even the edited video clip of the final stage is still on the main YouTube channel and is still seeing a surge in views at this very moment.

“Brother, the video of Radav’s last performance… … has already surpassed 4 million views?”

It was truly explosive popularity.

“If this continues, I might end up making a 10 million video before a 10 million movie… … ?”

What’s interesting is that the video, which is about to surpass 10 million viewers, is not an official video from the broadcasting station, but a video produced by Kim Hyun-soo’s fan community.

Key scenes from the drama, cross-edited at appropriate times with the Rising Dive stage.

In particular, the scene where the four friends run towards the stage along with the highlight part of the song was praised as a famous scene by numerous YouTube subscribers.

“Why don’t broadcasting stations scout people like this? This work probably won’t be counted as profit for the broadcasting station, but they really are very dedicated.”

That meant that Ji Yu-han and Kim Hyun-soo were receiving a lot of love.

Hyunsoo nodded after hearing Gogun’s words.

“I wanted to say thank you, so I left a comment… … .”

“Comments?”

“It was sweet, but it disappeared in an instant.”

“Haha, I guess so.”

It wasn’t just because the comments were coming in fast.

—This is actor Kim Hyun-soo. I would like to tell you that I am so happy and grateful that you created such a precious video. I would like to express my gratitude once again to everyone who loves Nineties Dive.

As soon as Hyunsoo posted a comment with this content, below it.

—Everyone, I’m Jiyuhan! Thanks to the person who made this video, I’m so, so happy right now!

—I’m the president of KBC, and I’m so happy that I’m getting so many advertisements thanks to this video!

—I am the owner of a live club in Hongdae. Thanks to Ladav, interest in indie rock music has increased, and I am so happy!

—Ah, I am a relative of actor Kim Hyun-soo, who is a friend of his on Knowing Brothers, Knowing Sister, Knowing Brother, and Knowing Sister. Just watching the video makes me so, so happy!

“‘I’m so so happy!’ has become something of a meme these days. Anyway, I think it’s time for you to start sharing your SNS account, hyung.”

“SNS?”

“As your profile rises, the frequency of gossip online will increase exponentially. Well, the company will take care of this, so you don’t have to worry too much, hyung.”

He continued, putting his smartphone in his pocket.

“Anyway, if hyung were a real singer, the Pioreum building would have been filled with pen letters and gifts sent to Jiyuhan instead of scripts.”

It was as if he was recalling his days as an idol manager, and his body trembled for a moment.

Hyunsoo opened his mouth to say something like that.

“There aren’t any scheduled activities after the variety show with Writer Choi this time, right?”

“Yes. There are a lot of books coming in, but the CEO says it’s time for you to take a break, so we’re only in the review stage. I think the same.”

Hyunsoo nodded and continued speaking.

“I was thinking about making a place to thank the fans. What do you think? Not something big, just something small.”

A strange light appeared in Geon-ui’s eyes as she heard Hyun-soo’s words.

Although Go Gun has managed many actors, Hyun Soo was the first actor to whom he suggested a fan meeting before his agency even mentioned it.

‘I thought you were a brother who only thought about acting, but I didn’t know you were thinking about this.’

There was a look of admiration in Gogun’s eyes as he thought so.

‘That too at a time like this.’

That’s understandable, because when you receive this much explosive public attention, you feel so dizzy at first that you can’t come to your senses.

I’ve seen a lot of celebrities over the years, but they’ve all been like that.

“Normally, I would be so burdened by the overwhelming attention that I would be preoccupied with thinking about my next move… … .”

Hyunsoo had an indifferent expression on his face, as if this wasn’t the first time he had been in a situation like this.

And in reality, Hyunsoo was very calm.

After filming for Nineties Dive ended, Hyunsoo’s emotions were somewhat balanced.

As the musician’s darkness lifted, the aftereffects, which were almost like a manic depression, disappeared.

Now, only the musician’s aura remained faintly.

Besides, I haven’t had any new dreams since then.

In a word, Hyun-soo’s current condition was the best.

‘It wasn’t like Jang Ki-chun or Lee Jun-hyeok had such bright emotions.’

The aura of the Hwang Soo-in, from which the darkness had disappeared, was balanced there.

‘I don’t know how it would change depending on what my next dream is.’

Don’t worry about the future.

Hyunsoo had an optimistic side, as if even the flow of his thoughts was free.

‘I’m telling you, you’re the kind of person who makes work fun.’

Gogun, who had been smiling slightly, opened his mouth to Hyunsoo.

“Don’t worry, hyung! I’ll use all of my abilities to create a picture that will make you envious of a Hallyu idol group!”

“No, just something simple… … .”

“Small and simple? You don’t trust me? I’ll take responsibility for it and handle it, so you just focus on your schedule!”

“If it’s too big, it’s burdensome… … .”

“Haha, bro! See you tomorrow then!”

Gogun’s mind was already filled with the image of Hyunsoo receiving cheers at a grand fan meeting.

* * *

The next evening.

A black StarCraft van pulled into a residential area in Seoul.

Hyunsoo’s eyes lit up as he watched the van pull into the alley with a quiet exhaust sound that didn’t match its large size.

“The tea is nice. Is there any filming going on around here?”

As soon as he finished speaking, a Starcraft van stopped in front of Hyun-soo.

“What are you doing, Actor Kim? Get in quickly.”

“yes?”

The backseat door opened automatically and the person who revealed himself was none other than CEO Woo Ji-yoon.

Gogun, who was sitting in the driver’s seat, spoke to Hyunsoo in a sly voice.

“Brother, this thing is so big, we have to get it out before the car in front gets in! Hurry up and get in! Hehe.”

Hyunsoo, who had a puzzled look on his face for a moment, soon sat down on the spacious seat.

“This is… … !”

“Why, are you uncomfortable?”

“No way. I was just surprised that it was more comfortable than my living room sofa at home.”

“Haha, it can’t be helped since it’s a car that was custom-modified for a celebrity.”

“That’s really great. Are you attending the wrap-up party today, too, sir?”

Today, a week after the last episode aired, was the finale party for Nineties Dive.

“Yes, I’m attending today too.”

Only then did Hyunsoo realize what had happened.

‘Well, it’s not like the company representative can bring a carnival when he’s moving to attend an official event.’

While I was thinking about that, Woo Ji-yoon continued speaking in a slightly grumbling tone.

“I heard that the KBC president will personally attend the finale party today.”

“You’re not even the drama director, you’re the president speaking directly?”

“That’s right. Actor Kim is funny, isn’t he? Anyway, why are the actors and directors so impatient that they can’t fit in the role where they should be the main character?”

Woo Ji-yoon is careful not to get involved in places where people on site need to be in the spotlight.

That was the reason why she was making it clear that she didn’t like it.

Woo Ji-yoon shrugged his shoulders and continued speaking.

“Well, I can understand how you feel since the drama was such a huge hit.”

Simply put, since the broadcasting station has a CEO, the president of the lead actor’s agency also had no choice but to show up.

Hyunsoo said with a small laugh while looking at Woo Jiyoon who was pouting.

“Thanks to you, I got to drive such a nice car. Isn’t it great?”

“Huh? What do you mean? Manager Ko, didn’t you tell Actor Kim yesterday?”

Gogun is now smiling awkwardly in the driver’s seat.

“Haha… … That’s right, I was planning a grand fan meeting with my brother yesterday that will go down in history… … Sorry, I forgot.”

“Fan meeting? What are you talking about? Anyway, I’ll talk to you later. Actor Kim Hyun-soo?”

“yes?”

“This car has been assigned to actor Kim Hyun-soo as of today. They said it would take too long to get a new car, so for now, I got a used car that was as good as new… … Well, isn’t this okay?”

Are you okay… or not?

“… …Actor Kim?”

It was at that moment that the aura emanating from Kim Hyun-soo changed.

Hyunsoo, who never lost his composure in any unexpected situation at the scene, began to tremble slightly.

Kim Hyun-soo’s emotions were running wild(?) to the point where even the dream beings inside him held their breath and fell to their knees.

Woo Ji-yoon continued speaking while watching Hyun-soo’s expression.

“How many reporters will be there? All the other leading actors with big agencies will come in nice cars, but I would send our actor Kim in a Carnival.”

Woo Ji-yoon’s words, which shook Hyun-soo’s mind, continued.

“And since we’re on the subject, like Manager Ko said, it’s a bit difficult for the van to come in here. When the settlement comes out soon, Actor Kim should also go to a bigger place… … .”

“It’s spacious, enough.”

The seats are soft and cozy, and the temperature inside the car is just right.

Gogun’s driving is calm and stable.

Hyunsoo felt so good and comfortable at this moment.

It’s all about being able to focus on acting and your schedule in this comfort.

“CEO, and Manager Ko.”

Hyunsoo said exactly what he was feeling at that moment.

“I ask for your continued support.”

Continued in the next episode ▶