PAID

Translator: NovelBin

As Woo-jin’s Joker stood in the expansive filming zone, he was showered with applause from hundreds of foreign crew members.

*Clap clap clap clap clap clap!*

The “OK” sign had just been called by Director Ahn Ga-bok, marking the end of all filming. Producer Nora was smiling with satisfaction, the hundred-odd crew members who had worked tirelessly on this production joined in, as did the Hollywood actors on set, their teams, and the Columbia Studio staff and executives. Choi Sung-geon and Woo-jin’s team also clapped in admiration.

*Clap clap clap clap clap clap!*

The applause was not only for Woo-jin’s incredible portrayal of the Joker but also for the successful completion of *Piero: Birth of a Villain*, a project fraught with challenges and expectations. Director Ahn exchanged handshakes with key staff, and Chris and other Hollywood actors shared smiles and joyful conversations. Even Columbia’s executives shook hands, celebrating this significant milestone.

Watching the scene, Choi Sung-geon felt a surge of pride. The surreal situation amazed him.

‘Here we are, in the midst of Columbia Studios, one of Hollywood's film giants, and everyone is laughing and celebrating sincerely. And at the center of it all…’

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‘…is Woo-jin.’

Woo-jin, still in full Joker makeup, was surrounded by foreign key staff members shaking his hand and snapping photos with him. Watching this, Choi Sung-geon was reminded of last year’s Cannes Film Festival, where Woo-jin had boldly declared, “See you in Hollywood.”

That day felt like yesterday, yet a whole year had flown by.

‘Time flies when you’re with Woo-jin, haha.’