My Fortune-Blessed Leading Lady
Chapter 250: Uproar

Chapter 250: Chapter 250: Uproar

"Emperor Shun of Tang" is not actually put on the romance novel shelf but is formally considered a work of political intrigue. Its fan base, both men and women, is incredibly strong because the content is definitely not just about the love between men and women. It’s about patriotism and the scheming for the domination of the world, without the numerous boorish male leads or the female leads who fall in love with every man they see. The love stories are simple, but the political intrigue is grand and magnificent throughout.

Such a script is extremely rare. Diyang signed a batch of writers earlier to act as a source of scripts for Diyang dramas.

In recent years, the early investments and ventures of Diyang have flourished, not at all wasting its reputation as one of the top three entertainment giants.

When "Emperor Shun of Tang" was first released in its initial version, it was simply to test the waters and received a moderate response. Diyang remained watchful, and then the author revised the opening by tens of thousands of words, leading to a huge success and the establishment of an epic IP.

Many artists have recommended "Emperor Shun of Tang," not just because they are actors of Diyang, but because the settings of "Emperor Shun of Tang" can be said to be extremely thrilling and brilliant.

For many male fans, Xie Qingcheng still remains their unattainable crush. How could a male lead like this, who is measured, ruthless, and a scheming emperor commanding the nation, possibly like someone who is of no help to him?

Book fans think that the female lead is the most superfluous role in the story.

Dispensable.

Her value lies in holding others back.

The character of Xie Qingcheng can be said to be on par with any of the male characters, brave and strategic, with unique methods, low-key yet sensible. She is one of Emperor Shun’s most reliable confidants. A large number of male fans feel regretful for her, looking up to Emperor Shun as such a man.

And a huge number of female fans also see Xie Qingcheng as their idol. This kind of female general, seriously, no one else matters, okay?

When "Emperor Shun of Tang" first decided to move to film and television, book fans were not happy. Bo Yan’s Emperor Shun was okay, but who could play a character of beauty like Xie Qingcheng?

Book fans from all over started recommending their favorite idols, voting online. The truly valuable fans of "Emperor Shun of Tang," however, vehemently opposed the idea, feeling that none of the recommended actors could portray Xie Qingcheng.

Kidding me, this girl in men’s clothing has a dashing martial bearing, commanding the battlefield with unrivaled dominance; her feminine attire, her beauty rivaled the moon, saying she’s the number one beauty in the world wouldn’t be an exaggeration. Accomplished in zither, chess, calligraphy, and painting, she is renowned far and wide.

So all those recommended idols were rejected.

All the master manipulators began Photoshopping their idols into Xie Qingcheng’s attire, inciting flame wars.

During that period, the internet was bustling with excitement, with both sides unable to see eye to eye.

It wasn’t until now, upon seeing the finalized makeup photos of Xie Qingcheng—of course, there are still some who are dissatisfied—that the official blog of "Emperor Shun of Tang" has been very confident in the abilities of Yuran, who plays Xie Qingcheng.

And they promise to leak some related information at a later date.

Here we are, the students from the Arabic Language Department at Diwai were all shocked, because there were also many hardcore fans of "Emperor Shun of Tang" in the class. Recalling the descriptions from the book and then looking at Yuran’s finalized makeup photo on the screen, everyone had the feeling, "This is Xie Qingcheng!"

Yuran felt goosebumps from being stared at so intensely, "Don’t look at me like that. It’s just a makeup test photo. There are many imperfections, and you looking at me this way makes me a bit overwhelmed."

The classmates swarmed around her.

Someone curiously asked, "Yuran, for both movies, you’ve worked with top actor Bo Yan. Damn, you’re incredibly lucky!"

Yuran seriously nodded, "Now that you mention it, it seems like I did indeed collaborate with top actor Bo Yan for both. I am indeed lucky."

"It’s more than just good luck. When has Bo Yan ever worked with the same woman twice? And both times with the woman as the lead? You’re kidding! What kind of golden Maitreya Buddha did you run into?"

Yuran, M.YU, and the character photos of Xie Qingcheng quickly stirred up a storm on the internet. Everyone was curious as the person portraying Xie Qingcheng differed completely from the one in Bai Leyao’s music video.

Netizens discussed fervently.

"I feel like Yuran is very adaptable. After seeing the character photos for ’Glory’, I thought she really resembled Tang Wan. I even went to specifically look at Tang Wan’s photos from her lifetime. The likeness in their charm was very similar. Now I also think she fits my mental image of Xie Qingcheng perfectly."

"I disagree with the comment above. Don’t you see what caliber of directors Yuran is working with? Any ordinary person would be able to show their best self!"

"Sour grapes much, commenter above? If she truly lacked acting skills, would she have gotten into both directors’ films?"

"Who knows? Being so pretty, there must be plenty of people rushing to offer her opportunities. Who doesn’t know the dirty little secrets of the entertainment industry?"

"Why are netizens so bitter these days? Can’t stand to see a pretty girl succeed, can you? If you looked that good, perhaps the role could have been yours."

"And who can guarantee that Yuran doesn’t have someone powerful behind her? Just look at the resources she’s been getting, from a singing career to major productions. How much time has that taken? Even Lin Chen, with his many years in the industry, was pulled off his high horse. Is she really as innocent as you all say?"

"The innocence of someone like that is none of your business. Do you live by the sea by any chance?"

The comments, mixed with praise and criticism, heatedly soared to over a hundred thousand, but were suddenly baffled by an official Weibo post.

Diyang Lin Zhan V: It’s rumored that an average person can be discovered by me? Who holds me in such high regard? If they’re too ordinary, I really can’t do it. Plus, I have Diyang backing me. If her acting hadn’t won me over, I really wouldn’t worry about the capital. As the saying goes, it’s good to lean on a big tree for shade."

This face-slapping came swiftly and accurately, dragging about eighty percent of the abusive netizens into it, providing endless amusement to the onlookers, and that’s not even the end.

Because the next second, the official Weibo of Xuan Ze from the Tang lineage also clarified.

RSM Xuan Ze·Tang V: Thanks to the self-proclaimed critics who just pass by for your attention to ’Glory’. Although it’s a major production, can just anyone enter it? Saying so much, yet I doubt you’d even get the chance to audition. The brain is a useful thing."

Two great directors, both with renowned reputations, masterpiece works, significant capital, and are not new in their careers, have both stood up for Yuran. This shows that Yuran’s acting abilities are not bad, making the spectacle a delightful feast for the spectator crowd.

The students from Diwai’s Arabic Language Department also had a laugh, gathering around Yuran who was still immersed in the online world.

"Yuran, are these two directors easy to get along with? They speak so humorously."

"Exactly! I always thought Director Lin Zhan was the kind and approachable, grandfatherly type. I never expected him to be so sharp and hit the nail on the head."