Chapter 53
Chapter 53: First Filming of “Afterlife Restaurant”
Translated by POWERPUFF
The first filming of “Afterlife Restaurant” took place at a folk park in Yongin, Gyeonggi Province.
It was a location mainly used for historical dramas, and this project also began in a past timeline.
The staff moved busily to prepare for filming, while the actors got into their historical costumes.
“Wow, that looks amazing.”
Seeing Baek Seungchan fully dressed as a military officer, the other actors admired him.
“Historical costumes often look awkward even on handsome actors, but it suits you perfectly.”
“Seriously, you should do a historical drama next.”
Baek Seungchan looked as if a real Joseon-era officer had been brought to life.
“Thank you for the compliment.”
Smiling, he sat down and reviewed the script once more before filming.
“Wow…”
At that moment, voices of admiration rose around him.
It was because of Cha Minhee, who had just finished her makeup.
“She’s really beautiful…”
With her neatly styled hair and elegant hanbok, she radiated beauty.
Her pale, translucent skin gave her an almost mystical aura.
“Was she always this pretty?”
“She looks completely different.”
Though she had always been pretty, she usually hid her face under a hat or her hair and wore little makeup.
That made the transformation even more striking.
Even Baek Seungchan was slightly surprised.
He knew she was beautiful, but this exceeded expectations.
“She’s interesting.”
Despite being shy with people, she didn’t seem uncomfortable under everyone’s gaze.
“….”
She walked up to him and stood there silently.
He understood immediately—she wanted his opinion.
“Beautiful.”
“….”
She had expected something like “it suits you well,” so his direct answer caught her off guard.
Her face flushed red.
“…Thank you.”
She sat beside him with a faint smile.
Watching them, the staff and actors smiled warmly.
Filming progressed smoothly.
Baek Seungchan delivered perfect performances—often exceeding the expectations of the director and writer.
Cha Minhee also showed outstanding acting despite her long hiatus.
Even Kim Namseok, initially a concern as a rookie, had improved significantly thanks to Baek Seungchan’s guidance.
Park Taeho couldn’t stop smiling.
“This kind of filming is nice.”
Usually, directors had to request retakes.
But not this time.
“Now, I hope he arrives soon…”
The person he was waiting for was SBC’s head of programming, Kang Chanhee.
If all went well, they could secure a better time slot.
And the upcoming scene would showcase the actors’ skills.
“Guess he’s not exactly easygoing either.”
At that moment, Kang Chanhee called—he would arrive in five minutes.
“Let’s take a short break.”
Park Taeho paused filming.
“Looks like the programming director is coming.”
Baek Seungchan already knew.
He approached Kim Namseok.
“Hyung, want to rehearse lines with me?”
“Sure, I was about to ask.”
The scene involved the slave attacking the protagonist’s wife.
Kim Namseok performed.
“All nobles are the same! They should all die!”
His acting had improved—controlled yet emotional.
“How was it?”
“It was good, but the madness is too strong.”
“Really?”
“Yes, I think this is the process of turning dark, not fully there yet. The conflict should show more.”
“…Ah.”
Kim Namseok realized what was off.
“Thanks.”
“No problem.”
Meanwhile, Park Taeho greeted Kang Chanhee.
“Nice to see you.”
“Good to see you too.”
They exchanged pleasantries.
“I’ve been thinking a lot about this.”
“That’s understandable.”
“After today, your worries will be gone.”
Park Taeho spoke confidently.
“That makes me curious.”
“Action!”
Filming began.
Kim Namseok’s scene came first.
“Thank you for saving me…”
Cha Minhee responded warmly.
Her presence filled the scene instantly.
Kim Namseok also showed strong presence.
Then—
Crash!
He struck her with a ceramic object.
“All nobles must die…”
His eyes were filled with madness and conflict.
He fled, setting the house on fire.
Baek Seungchan watched with satisfaction.
“Well done.”
“Cut!”
“Great job.”
Park Taeho was pleased.
And Kang Chanhee looked shocked.
But the main scene was still to come.
“Action!”
Baek Seungchan entered the burning house.
“Wife! Wife!”
His trembling eyes showed desperation.
“…Wife…”
Seeing her injured, his expression filled with disbelief.
He held her, tears forming.
“Don’t be sad…”
“…How can I not…”
The scene carried overwhelming emotion.
“If there is a next life… will you take me again?”
“I promise I will find you…”
She smiled and closed her eyes.
He broke down in grief.
Some watchers even cried.
“Cut!”
Park Taeho smiled at Kang Chanhee,
who stood there in shock.