Entertainment King:I Can Extract Skills from the Movies

Filming continued, with Du Sheng gracefully defeating a group of martial arts experts. According to the carefully choreographed scene, he moved like a swift swallow, elegantly flipping through the air, as if a butterfly danced amidst blooming flowers.

Suddenly, an opponent attempted a sneak attack, but Du Sheng, without so much as glancing, deftly snatched the sword from his hand. With a flick of his wrist, the blade seemed to soften, bending like a willow branch.

Under Du Sheng's precise control, the sword slithered like a snake, coiling through a window and striking the would-be attacker directly in the chest.

Without a doubt, this remarkable maneuver was inspired by the iconic "Sword Intent Coiling Silk" technique performed by the cold and deadly assassin in The Eight Heroes from his previous life.

In a matter of moments, Du Sheng effortlessly overpowered all his opponents.

With a fluid motion, he sheathed his sword, snapped open his folding fan, and curled his lips into a playful smirk. With an air of arrogance, he surveyed the defeated group and taunted:

"Anyone else eager to meet their maker?"

His gaze carried a mix of mischief and icy disdain, as though he could see through every person's heart.

The camera captured the scene perfectly, halting at just the right moment.

The powerful aura and self-assured demeanor emanating from Du Sheng firmly established his portrayal of Murong Fu as a classic depiction of a proud and arrogant figure.

This marked Murong Fu's grand debut in the series. Director Zhou Yaowen, visibly satisfied, loudly called, "Cut!"

Du Sheng's portrayal of Murong Fu, radiating an almost innate dominance over all martial artists, left everyone deeply impressed.

Even onlookers couldn't help but marvel: they had just witnessed the birth of an iconic character.

For Du Sheng, this scene was a success. He had taken his first major step toward stardom.

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The next morning, the crew prepared to film a scene where Yun Zhonghe kidnaps Wang Yuyan.

The scene involved three key characters: Yun Zhonghe, known for his agility and lecherous intent; Wang Yuyan, who had lost track of her cousin; and Duan Yu, mourning the loss of his mother and adoptive father.

The plot follows Duan Yu, who, though deeply grieving, instinctively uses the Six Veins Divine Sword technique to save Wang Yuyan from Yun Zhonghe's clutches. Yun Zhonghe meets a grim fate.

However, actors Ling Zhiying, Gao Zhao, and Liu Yifei were visibly nervous about the scene, as it presented considerable challenges.

Among an actor's least favorite scenes, wire stunts top the list. Suspended mid-air, they not only had to conquer their fear but also portray natural expressions and movements.

Mistakes were frequent, and multiple takes often wore on the actors' patience.

The setup wasn't helping either. Since cranes couldn't be used, all wires were manually operated. Lifting, lowering, and stabilizing were all done by hand, which meant inconsistencies were inevitable, testing everyone's composure.

Someone like Du Sheng, who had a martial arts background, could manage with just a simple harness.

But for Ling Zhiying, Gao Zhao, and Liu Yifei, it was a different story.

The two male actors, weighing over 68 kg, required five crew members to handle their rigging. Even the lightweight Liu Yifei, at just 46 kg, still required three or four crew members to lift her for the mid-air "kidnapping" scene.

The risks were real. Just yesterday, an actor who had eaten too much beforehand vomited mid-air after the harness squeezed his stomach. Upon landing, his inner thighs and hips were red and swollen, a sight that lingered in everyone's memory.

Ling Zhiying hesitated and eventually opted to use a stunt double.

But Gao Zhao, a lesser-known actor, didn't have that privilege and had to face the challenge himself.

As for Liu Yifei, Director Zhou Yaowen, knowing her status as the darling of Hongwu Entertainment, suggested a stunt double. However, she insisted on performing the scene herself, not wanting to appear difficult or unprofessional.

Even actresses like A'Zhu, A'Zi, and Mu Wanqing were doing their own stunts, so Liu Yifei didn't want to be the exception.

"Cousin, how do I maintain balance mid-air?" Liu Yifei, clearly nervous, turned to Du Sheng, who was helping her adjust her harness.

She couldn't shake her anxiety about being "kidnapped" mid-air, dangling more than two meters high.

Seeing her fidget like a timid little rabbit, Du Sheng chuckled softly, patted her shoulder, and reassured her:

"Remember the basics I taught you? It's all about core strength. Use your waist to maintain balance—it's that simple. Just stay calm and follow the instructions."

As Du Sheng calmly explained and patiently guided her on minimizing risks and warming up to protect her body, Liu Yifei's nerves gradually eased.

Since the scene required three people to be suspended simultaneously, Du Sheng, one of the action choreographers, had to assist with the wire operations.

Naturally, he chose to handle Liu Yifei's rigging, giving her an added sense of security.

"Scene 28, first take. Ready!"

Director Zhou Yaowen called out, and the clapperboard snapped. The set came to life.

Gao Zhao was the first to be hoisted, but his awkward posture made him look precarious, as if he were about to fall.

"Keep your body steady and don't look around," Yuan Bin advised from below. "Remember, you're leaping, not riding a roller coaster."

"If it's so easy, why does it feel so hard?" Gao Zhao muttered.

"Don't overthink it. Just focus on staying stable. The crew will handle the lifting and movement."

As Gao Zhao steadied himself mid-air, he gained some confidence and began experimenting with a forward-leaning pose.

But he didn't realize the four crew members managing his wires weren't in sync. His sudden movement shifted the center of gravity, causing the wires to jolt.

One person lost their grip.

Gao Zhao felt a sudden drop, and panic set in. Instinctively, he lunged forward, causing the wires to strain further.

The increased tension caused another crew member to lose hold.

"Ah! Help!" Gao Zhao screamed, plummeting toward Liu Yifei, who was waiting to be "kidnapped."

Seated at the monitor, Zhou Yaowen's face turned pale. He shouted, "Get Liu Yifei out of there!"

But she was already partially suspended and couldn't move freely.

"Yifei, get out of the way!" cried Liu Tao and Wang Yi, watching in horror.

The 140-pound Gao Zhao was falling fast. A direct hit could result in serious injury.

Liu Yifei froze in fear, backing up instinctively, but the wires tangled around her feet, causing her to stumble.

Just as disaster seemed inevitable, a figure leapt forward like lightning. It was Du Sheng.

He jumped into the air, grabbing the snapping wires mid-flight. With a powerful burst of strength, he pulled sharply.

The sudden force halted Gao Zhao's fall, leaving him suspended mid-air, swaying slightly.

The set fell silent. All eyes were on Du Sheng as he gently lowered Gao Zhao to the gr

ound.

Landing himself, Du Sheng casually dusted off his hands, his expression calm as though nothing had happened.