Superstar's Development Diary-Chapter 882 - 884: Comfort

When the news broke that He Jinxia had a mysterious boyfriend, many netizens started guessing who he might be. Both insiders and outsiders of the industry had strong opinions, each with their own reasons.

Ignoring the guesses from outsiders, even among insiders, Sheng Yan had the second highest chance.

As for the highest chance, it was Yu Yanyu, the silly husky. There was no avoiding it, the interactions between them were too "friendly"; they claim to be friends, but it’s clear they’re more than that.

Regarding Sheng Yan, he also had high chances, but he hadn’t interacted with Jinxia in public like Yu Yanyu, and it was quite unbelievable for many netizens to think the male god would be dating.

The reason netizens suspected they might be involved was due to Sheng Yan acting unusually by posting a few Weibo posts related to He Jinxia over the years, but unfortunately, none of these were responded to by He Jinxia or Sheng Yan.

Another reason is the strong presence of Sheng Yan’s Imperial Army fan base, who protect their idol from "false rumors." With their powerful influence, many netizens dare not speak up without solid evidence.

Despite this, the "He X Sheng" couple file continues to grow, appearing when they are seen together and disappearing without a trace when they are apart.

Netizens also love to stir things up; when the two were seen together, the hashtag #handsome guy beautiful girl together# quickly shot to the top of the trending list!

Meanwhile, He Jinxia and Sheng Yan, the source of the storm, were completely unaware.

Time passed quietly, and soon, the Venice Film Festival opened.

This is a global celebration of cinema. Although there are four major film festivals worldwide, due to different opening times and deadlines, a film can’t participate in all four simultaneously, typically only two.

Occasionally, a film might manage three, if its release coincides with registration deadlines, but this is rare and typically doesn’t happen with big productions.

Big productions, with large investments, aim for awards but also seek box office success, choosing holiday schedules that rarely align with festival submissions, preventing multiple entries.

Many films present participate in only two festivals a year, so everyone values them highly, as do the festival organizers who prepare stunning performances.

Gradually, the first award was announced, then the second, and the third...

Director Qian’s heart grew heavier.

"Special Action" received five nominations at Venice, three major ones and two minor ones.

On the way over, he believed the major ones were out of reach and aimed to win the minor ones.

The two minor nominations were "Best Costume and Props" and "Best Lighting Effects."

The major ones were "Best Actress," "Best Actor," and "Best New Director."

The awards for the props and lighting had already been announced, but "Special Action" didn’t win, would it be a glorious battle followed by disappointment?

Director Qian’s expression involuntarily turned somber.

He Jinxia noticed Director Qian’s expression and whispered, "Director Qian, people are filming us; keep smiling."

Director Qian snapped back to reality, forcing a smile.

He Jinxia sighed internally; she had high hopes of winning, as an actor, who doesn’t want to be recognized internationally?

However, predicting awards is difficult.

The tastes of judges change constantly. "Special Action" is good, but its ethnic themes might not be accepted by everyone, and its ideas could be controversial.

Zhang Ming had mentioned this before they came, urging her to prepare for collecting nothing.

At the Venice Film Festival, He Jinxia’s only task was to keep smiling.

Smile at the winners; their efforts deserve praise. Smile at her own rejection, as her efforts also deserve encouragement.

Crying?

No need to cry, there’s not even time to be happy.

Time flew by, and it was time for the "Best Actor" award announcement. Gong Hongyu was among the nominees.

This award was announced by a female host. He Jinxia looked up, trying to gain insight from Sheng Yan’s unfazed expression, wondering if Gong Hongyu would win.

She was a bit annoyed internally; Sheng Yan hadn’t mentioned he was a jury member at Venice. If she’d known earlier, could she have pried some news from him?

A misstep!

The female host teased the announcement, and then revealed the winner—

Nis Jegurai!

He Jinxia’s heart tightened, then relaxed; it wasn’t Gong Hongyu’s name.

She clapped her hands, turned to Gong Hongyu beside her, and comforted him: "Your performance was fantastic; just being nominated recognizes your talent. You’re young; it’s okay not to win this time."

Director Qian also worried about Gong Hongyu’s feelings and comforted him repeatedly: "Right, Jinxia’s correct. Don’t overthink it. If you feel bad, cry after the ceremony."

Gong Hongyu smiled bitterly, amused by their concern.

Scanning the crowd, he saw not only Director Qian and He Jinxia worried but also other crew members looking at him anxiously, and couldn’t help but feel embarrassed:

"Do you all see me as this fragile? It’s false that awards don’t matter, but they’re not my sole motivation. No award is okay."

Seeing disbelief on their faces, Gong Hongyu had to stress, "I really don’t mind!"

Director Qian patted his shoulder: "Good, that’s right. A man should focus less on awards; the most important experiences you’ve had, awards are just icing."

He Jinxia raised an eyebrow, seeing the sweat streaming down Director Qian’s forehead, soaking several tissues already, honestly said: "Director Qian, it seems you’re more nervous than Gong Hongyu."

At least Gong Hongyu wasn’t sweating from nerves.

Director Qian’s expression stiffened, he denied repeatedly: "I’m not, I’m not, impossible!"

He Jinxia and Gong Hongyu both couldn’t help but laugh, Director Qian’s attitude was so obviously guilty!

Soon after, the "Best Actor" finished their acceptance speech, and it was time for the "Best Actress" award announcement.

Now, it was everyone’s turn to comfort He Jinxia.