“Geubaekpeu” had begun with 100 contestants and ended with its final four. The names Kang Rojun, Sihu, Gangmin, and Dogyeong began spreading all across the country the moment episode 17 of “Geubaekpeu” ended.
《[Star Talk] “Geubaekpeu” Final Winners, Rojun·Sihu·Gangmin·Dogyeong / Photos》
《Rojun·Sihu·Gangmin·Dogyeong Confirmed as Final Four!》
《Rojun·Sihu·Gangmin·Dogyeong, Whose Next Steps Are Highly Anticipated··· Which Agency Will They Choose?》
Countless media outlets had been watching the broadcast in real time, and as if competing with one another, they began throwing out articles like mad. From night into dawn, from dawn into Saturday morning. The names of the final winners of “Geubaekpeu,” exploding without pause, had before long covered the entire world.
《Communities Abuzz Over News of Rojun·Sihu·Gangmin·Dogyeong’s Final Victory in “Geubaekpeu”》
《[Issue Pick] The World Filled with the Names Rojun·Sihu·Gangmin·Dogyeong··· Even NeoTube Taken Over / Photos》
Naturally, the main pages of search sites were filled with the faces of Rojun, Sihu, Gangmin, and Dogyeong, and the same was true of various video platforms, including NeoTube.
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The best moments were being shared endlessly, and an enormous number of people flocked to them.
-Tbh I did think Rojun, Sihu, Gangmin, and Dogyeong would probably win, but seeing the four of them standing onstage gave me chills....
-The others were good too, but my one-pick was Rojun after all.... I’m so gladㅠㅠㅠ
-The winners were picked so well!!! These four had the best chemistry
-When his name was called and Sihu started tearing up, even I got choked up, seriously....
-0:44 meanwhile Rojun’s visuals are insane
-Shout it, God Rojun!!!!❤❤❤
-I’ll keep supporting you guys!!!!
-I screamed watching the live broadcast yesterday, but even watching it again gives me chills
-If these four debut officially as idols and I see their stage, seriously... it’s gonna be insane...
-↑For realㅜㅜ They totally feel like boy idols I produced myself....
-Wow, I cried without realizing it. Rojun, Sihu, Gangmin, Dogyeong, let’s walk only on a flower path from now onㅜㅠㅠ
-I’m holding my breath until the kids’ official debut!!!
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On top of that, internet broadcasts by BJs and streamers were noisy as well.
“Geubaekpeu?? Of course I watched it!! I’m a total Rojun fan, and at the end when Rojun’s name was called—chills!!!”
Online or offline, wherever one looked, there was nothing but “Geubaekpeu.” If this was not a boom, then what was? On top of that, the five judges, including Song Mingeun, and quite a few celebrities added fuel to the fire.
《Congratulatory Messages Posted on SNS by “Geubaekpeu” Judges / Photos》
《Choe Rina of “Rental Lover” Posts “Congratulations, Writer Rojun!” on Instagram··· Certifies Herself as True “Geubaekpeu” Fan》
《Celebrity Congratulations Appearing One After Another on SNS, Were There This Many “Geubaekpeu” Fans?》
It was a terrifying situation, as if a nuclear bomb had gone off, and this flow did not seem likely to quiet down easily. Then, while the flames of “Geubaekpeu” were still blazing fiercely.
-Wowㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ This time Geubaekpeu episode 17 ratings came out at 35%ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ insane
-Aaaahㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ that’s crazy
-35%ㄷㄷㄷㄷㄷ
-Seriously legendaryㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ
The viewership ratings for “Geubaekpeu” were announced to the world. A whopping 35%. To be exact, 35.3%. It was the establishment of yet another new record, and next came “Rental Lover.”
《[Official] “Rental Lover” Episode 2 Ratings at 23.1%, Continuing Its Mega-Hit Streak!》
Both “Geubaekpeu” and “Rental Lover” had lightly broken through their high points.
In addition.
[Did everyone vote for the Geubaekpeu agencies??]
-I’m going straaiight to vote for the agencies!!!
-Is the voting page open?
-Yeah, it’s open
-It opened last nightㅋㅋㅋㅋ I already did it
The voting for a total of ten entertainment agencies had already begun. The final winners’ nest was also the fans’ greatest point of interest, so the heat was intense, and the fact that next week would be the final broadcast of “Geubaekpeu,” held live, was also one of the issues. There was considerable talk about “Rental Lover” as well, but.
《Viewers Who Saw “Rojun” in Episode 2 of “Rental Lover”: “Rojun’s Even Good at English?”》
《Ratings Break Through 23%! “Rojun” Shows Off High-Level English and Japanese Skills in “Rental Lover” / Photos》
This week, “Geubaekpeu” was simply too powerful. News about “Rental Lover” continued to break, but it was overshadowed by “Geubaekpeu” and could not gain much traction. Around this time, at the “Geubaekpeu” campus, Sihu, Gangmin, and Dogyeong were huddled together with their phones in hand, monitoring the current situation.
“Wow······ Articles are coming out every second.”
“I’m getting goosebumps. Our names are the only things in the articles.”
“Screenshot, screenshot! I’m keeping this for life!!”
However.
“It’s a shame Rojun hyung isn’t here.”
Kang Rojun was nowhere to be seen.
At the same time.
The location was “Culture Drawer,” near Cheongdam Station. Kang Rojun could be found at this “Culture Drawer.” A fairly spacious meeting room, with posters of various works hanging on the walls.
‘Whew—what a whirlwind.’
Kang Rojun sat alone in a seat, with his mask and cap placed nearby. The world was already in an uproar, and when Rojun had first arrived at “Culture Drawer,” the explosive attention from the employees had made him break out in a cold sweat.
“I was flustered. Still, it feels kind of nice?”
In any case, Rojun had finished looking around “Culture Drawer,” his writer management company. It was far larger than he had imagined, and there were many more employees.
‘A company this big is going to work for me?? That’s amazing.’
The reason Kang Rojun had come to “Culture Drawer” on Saturday morning was simple. To meet Netflix Japan. Right now, the Netflix Japan side was in another conference room, finalizing the formal contract with “Culture Drawer.” Naturally, it was the contract related to Rojun’s “Kaleidoscopic.”
Once the contract was finished, Netflix Japan would come over.
Even though other people were handling the formal contract, Rojun was nervous for no reason.
‘Why are my palms sweating?’
Because it was a contract with more than 300 million won at stake. On top of that, a script he had written long ago had suddenly become 300 million won. Then Kang Rojun abruptly thought of his film scenario. Was things going well with “BG Pictures”? He had heard recently that talks with Director Yu Jiheon had gone well.
‘How does a film contract proceed?’
It was then.
-Knock, knock.
After the sound of a knock spread through the meeting room, the door opened. Team Leader Ryu Jeonghwa, who was in charge of Rojun, entered with a smile, along with a few employees.
“Writer, you’ve waited a long time.”
“No, it’s fine. You came sooner than I expected.”
After they exchanged a few appropriate words, Ryu Jeonghwa handed Kang Rojun a clear file.
“This is the completed contract.”
“The contract. Then?”
“Yes. ‘Kaleidoscopic’ has completed its contract with Netflix Japan.”
Although it was something he already knew, Kang Rojun nearly let out a cheer and looked down at the contract.
‘So this is what a work contract looks like—’
As some nameless emotion welled up in him, Team Leader Ryu Jeonghwa cut in.
“We will continue to manage everything clearly so that there are no problems with the production of ‘Kaleidoscopic.’”
“Ah—thank you.”
“Hm? What’s wrong?”
“No, I just feel a little strange.”
“You need to meet with Chief Director Tom Cavill now—should I tell him to wait a little?”
Kang Rojun’s schedule today was tight. As soon as the “Culture Drawer” matter ended, he had to return to the campus and devote himself to practice.
“No, I’ll meet him right away.”
“Yes, Writer.”
Maintaining her smile, Team Leader Ryu Jeonghwa left the meeting room and then came back in. This time, she was with familiar people. Chief Director Tom Cavill and the Netflix Japan staff. Tom Cavill exchanged greetings with Kang Rojun, and Team Leader Ryu Jeonghwa sat beside Rojun.
The foreigner with blond curly hair. No, Tom Cavill spoke first. Of course, what came out was Japanese.
“Writer Rojun, thank you for the contract for ‘Kaleidoscopic.’”
Kang Rojun felt a slight tension rise in him, but it was not severe. Was it because he had seen Chief Director Tom Cavill once before?
“I look forward to working with you.”
“Of course. We’ll create the best work possible.”
What kind of result would Netflix Japan’s production of “Kaleidoscopic” become? As Kang Rojun’s curiosity grew in the gaps, Tom Cavill spoke again.
“Writer. I would like to offer you a role in ‘Kaleidoscopic.’ As an actor, of course.”
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So it was true. Kang Rojun was a little surprised inside. In truth, Rojun had somewhat guessed why Tom Cavill wanted to see him today. After all, Producer U Hanseok had once given him advice.
Still, he had not expected him to offer him an acting role the moment they signed the work contract.
For reference, “Kaleidoscopic” had a connected worldview from episode 1 to episode 10, and although there was a separate protagonist, each episode had its own story and different characters as well, making it an omnibus format.
Soon, Chief Director Tom Cavill added an explanation.
“Please take on the character in episode 1, the one who opens the lid on ‘Kaleidoscopic.’”
Afterward.
Kang Rojun’s conclusion regarding appearing in “Kaleidoscopic” with Tom Cavill was this: “I’ll think about it positively, but I’ll give my answer after my agency has been decided.”
Because the entertainment agency for his main career had not yet been decided.
“Culture Drawer” could help, but in the end, once the agency for his main career as an idol was decided, the work would have to be handed over. There was no need to do the same work twice, and in any case, Kang Rojun’s main agency would be announced to the world next week.
At that, Tom Cavill said he could wait as long as necessary, and the meeting ended with smiles.
Just like that, Kang Rojun returned to the campus, calmed the frenzied members, and entered practice in preparation for the live broadcast. As much as the world was in an uproar, the weekend ended in the blink of an eye.
And.
《 Viewer Voting for the 10 Entertainment Agencies Ends, Now Only the Final Winners’ Choice Remains!》
The viewer voting for the agencies, held over the weekend, also came to an end. It was late Monday morning when U Hanseok delivered the voting results to Rojun and the members. The four of them checked them immediately upon receiving them and were rather surprised.
“More than I expected—public opinion on GN Entertainment isn’t that good??”
“I know.”
At the same time, the “Geubaekpeu” side announced the agency voting results to viewers through its official SNS channels.
[EY Entertainment / 1st Place]
[Big Star Entertainment / 2nd Place]
[Eoullim Entertainment / 3rd Place]
[KRO Entertainment / 4th Place]
[GN Entertainment / 5th Place]
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GN Entertainment, one of the Big Three, had been pushed down to fifth place. Of course, the difference in vote counts was not that large, and Eoullim and KRO Entertainment were also major agencies, but if it was an upset, it was an upset. Conversely, EY and Big Star achieved first and second place just as everyone had expected.
The media rushed to cover this result, and countless “Geubaekpeu” fans were also noisy about it.
Thus Monday morning, like the weekend, was filled with yet another piece of “Geubaekpeu” news, and around lunchtime, great singer Park Hyeonjeong’s new album was released on various music platforms.
Around this time, the rookie girl group “Limesome,” who were in their agency’s practice room, picked up their phones during a short break.
“Let’s listen to Senior Park Hyeonjeong’s new song!”
“I’m a total fan of Senior, so I’ve been suuuper excited for days!!”
Starting with fox-faced Hayoung, all the members had some connection to “Geubaekpeu,” but at this moment, they were not thinking about Kang Rojun or “Geubaekpeu” at all. Soon, they accessed “Melon,” Korea’s number one music platform.
They typed Park Hyeonjeong into the search bar.
The result was quick. The songs from great singer Park Hyeonjeong’s new album appeared in a row at the very top. Among them, the song the “Limesome” members chose was.
“The title track must be ‘Black-and-White Sound’!”
It was “Black-and-White Sound.” Since it was openly marked in bold as the title track, the girls quickly tapped the song “Black-and-White Sound.”
What was interesting was.
“······Huh?”
Among the “Limesome” members, fox-faced Hayoung saw something and blinked.
“Huhh?”
The other members, sensing something strange, asked.
“What? What??”
Hayoung pointed at her phone screen with her index finger.
“Why is······ Rojun-nim’s name here?”
“Huh? Rojun-nim? Where, where??!”
Soon, the other members also spotted what Hayoung had been looking at. It was the song information for “Black-and-White Sound.”
-[(TITLE)] Black-and-White Sound / Park Hyeonjeong
-Composer: Song Mingeun / Lyricist: Rojun
-Release Date: 2020.11.16
-Genre: Ballad
To be precise, it was the name written under lyricist in the information. No, why was Rojun-nim’s name on great singer Senior Park Hyeonjeong’s new album title track? The “Limesome” members blinked for a moment. Then, as something flashed into certainty, they shouted almost at the same time.
“Whoa!!! Rojun-nim wrote the lyrics for this song??!!”