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This is not it.
After 80 auditions and still not chosen, you still don't get it?
This audition is for male chorus only, not for female.
I'm a guy. If you choose me, I'll definitely work hard.
Who is the No. 1 musical composer?
No. 1? There is such a person.
Korea’s best musical composer, Hong Jae Yi.
Hello.
Yes, where's your place?
You answered the call?
Yes.
Here.
Episode 2
But, there is no lyrics.
Just go by "lalalalala". Or you could compose the lyrics.
Compose them?
For instance, how you first met your teacher.
Make lyrics based on that.
Can you give it a shot?
I've come a long way.
Dreaming of musicals.
You are good in reading the scores.
A year after leaving my studies, 365 days, 8,760 hours have ticked by.
80 auditions and I still couldn't do low pitch.
And at the high notes, my voice cracked.
So I failed the auditions, time and again.
After failing 80 times, I had to go back to school in two weeks.
Finally, I decided to dress up as a man for an audition.
That's when I met my teacher.
Not bad.
Some more.
The story has ended.
Nearly a year ago,
someone told me not to dream about doing musicals.
He claimed to be Hong Jae Yi.
Not even worth the dirt on Hong Jae Yi's foot, that drunkard.
Because of my pride, I quit school and went for the auditions.
That's when I started on musicals.
Hold on. You… by the Han River... That girl?
You...
What if I am really Hong Jae Yi?
Then you act as Hong Jae Yi yourself. the brawling Hong Jae Yi.
Then I'll be Bae Gang Hee. Bae Gang Hee.
Hey young lady.
If you don't have the talent, don't dream about musicals.
I dozed off, oh my head.
What's this place? A pretty fine place.
What is it? What's that scene now?
What?
I'm sorry.
For what?
Your songs, I love them very much.
Unknowingly, I branded you as a brawling drunkard and all.
But I am a brawling drunkard and all.
I didn't mean that.
Actually, you're an excellent musical composer.
No. I was just tipsy that day.
Are you holding a grudge?
As long as the Great Wall of China.
That was supposed to be me there.
You remember the entire song just by a glance?
Yes.
Smart.
I really like your musicals.
Aren't you going to write one soon?
You want to know?
Yes.
I want to know, too.
Huh?
Why do you like musicals?
I'm not sure, but...
It's like there's a musical spirit in me,
and I'm not aware of it.
Musical spirit?
Yeah.
I was first inspired by Billy.
Billy? Oh, Billy Elliot.
Ballet contestants, including Billy, were asked about their feelings on dancing.
He said his body quivered with the emotions of dancing.
It is the same for me, be it dancing or singing.
It's like being hit by bolts of lightning.
Excitement fills me entirely.
Isn't it the same for you?
Huh? Me?
I can tell through your songs.
I had that feeling while watching your musical.
The person who composed this is really someone who loves musicals.
You want to be a musical artiste?
Yes.
Like Bae Gang Hee.
You can't be like her.
You're right.
She ought to be like you.
What?
...like there's a musical spirit in me.
It was the same for me, be it dancing or singing.
It's like being hit by bolts of lightning.
Lightning?
Hit by bolts of lightning?
This is worth calling in the reporters.
Hong Jae Yi personally came to this office.
How are you?
Fine as always.
How about you? Your song is being played everywhere.
What is it... "Love, Love"?
Surely this is not just a courtesy call.
I heard you're auditioning, and I wish to propose a person.
Recommend an artist? You, Hong Jae Yi?
Since it's Hong Jae Yi's recommendation, it should not be a problem.
Then I thank you.
What favors do I get in return?
Something you'll like.
You'll compose for me?
I'm counting on you.
I can't make the decision yet.
In four days, a private audition.
Thanks.
Is your friend a guy or a girl?
See you.
Are you joking about the audition?
In four days,
there is a specially-arranged audition just for you.
Just to inform you, you have already passed half of the audition.
It's unbelievable. Why do it for me?
Just... because it's going to be interesting.
I haven't felt this way for a long time.
I'm so grateful, so thankful,
I don't know what to say.
Thank you so much. My future sons and daughters will be thankful too.
Time is tight, you aren't honed in yet.
What shall I do?
What do you suggest?
Where are you going?
Home.
You intend to be trained by the New York teacher the next three days?
Precisely so.
Let me train you then.
It sounds wonderful, but I can't afford the fees for the lessons.
Christine is a good teacher.
Think it over, I didn't lie to you.
You said you did musicals in New York,
and came back because Bae Gang Hee suggested doing a musical with you.
No, no, no.
I say, one has to be careful in hearing.
I only mentioned "Sunbae-nim"*. (*Senior)
"Bae Gang Hee" came from your own mouth.
Sunbae-nim called me back to assist her, so I am back temporarily.
In which musical? Is it Bae Gang Hee's musical?
Why are you so curious about me? You are the one with the problem.
I didn't lie, right?
It's you who jumped to conclusions, and you chose to believe them.
Then is it true that you were active in New York?
This also depends on how you look at it.
You only asked whether or not I was active in New York.
I was sick of eating this in New York.
But a few days later, it tastes great.
You were active in New York?
See, I'm telling the truth. There are many different ways of being active.
It can be musicals or some other things.
Think it over.
Seriously, because of me,
you're able to meet the superstar, Hong Jae Yi.
Hold on.
The more I think about it, the angrier I get.
Why didn't you wake me up when you found me?
Instead, I found you smiling away, sipping tea and singing heartily.
Excuse me, how old are you?
Huh?
You claimed to be my senior, then moved in with me.
Insisted that I call you "Teacher". But you act like someone my age.
What? What?
Your ID now, I want confirmation.
You listen to me. "Miss Saigon", and that "Les Miserables" or whatever,
both tell my story. I don't have any tears left.
You had a long rehearsal?
Go to sleep. I'm turning in soon.
Okay, don't be long.
About Jae Yi... Could he be falling in love?
Hong Jae Yi?
Yes. I'd never believe he would, but he came to see me today
to recommended a female artist.
What's surprising is she had been rejected by us.
We'll know after the audition in four days.
Interesting.
Yes, it is.
Another part-time job?
No.
Date?
No.
Too noisy.
I know dating is impossible for you.
You're too noisy. Leave soon, so I can sleep.
I wanted you to come early, but you're way too early.
Can you train so early in the morning?
It's been 3 hours since I got up. No problem!
Come in.
Excuse me, then.
President, if we prepare now, we'd be an hour...
I'll call you back later.
Hello, it's me.
No, I'm not busy at all. Where are you?
I'm close by.
Let's have coffee. See you then.
Hello, President. I'm suddenly needed elsewhere.
Okay, I'll be there by 4.30.
It was the exact time when I wanted to relax a little. Thanks.
Busy?
I'm fine.
I feel I'm alive.
This is Yoo Jin. Yes, just confirm the message.
Yes.
Yes, yes.
Breath control is important.
Voice will crack if breathing is wrong.
Dizzy?
Let's have a break. What would you like to drink?
I'll bring it.
Open the door! Sleeping?
Eun Bi.
Go Eun Bi.
What? Not home yet?
Go Eun Bi.
You're back. What's wrong?
- Not washing up? - No.
Really?
Yes.
We seem to have switched roles.
You used to pester me to wash up.
Strange.
Why is she going so fast?
It's killing me.
Father.
Ra Kyung.
What's this?
Bento.
Let's see.
Thanks to Ra Kyung,
I'm beginning to like morning shift.
Korean imperial food today.
Danish royal meal the last time.
Oh.
Wait, wait, wait.
Obey our company's rule.
President, what rule is there for eating?
Except one way in, and the other way out.
Oh really.
Have I spoilt your appetite? So sorry. Looks like I'll have to eat all these.
You're going too far.
Where have you been up so early?
- To work out. - Work out?
Stamina is the lifeblood of every artist.
You said to break free of conventional ideas if one wants to be a star.
It's not easy living with someone who quotes you always.
Let's eat.
Going out again after eating?
Yes, for today and tomorrow.
Pity you for having such a super part-time job.
Yeah, right.
If you asked me,
40,000 won per hour is yours.
Sorry, can't take it.
Tuck in.
There probably isn't an idiom for this.
The quiet cat jumps onto the roof first.
She's just a little smarter and a little prettier,
and I lose an opportunity to her.
Roasting sweet potatoes?
This is wine I fermented myself. Please have some too.
Thank you.
You must be tired out bringing these to us.
Please sit down.
No. It's getting late.
Grandma, please have some with us.
I'll have one, then.
Grandma, the fish roe you brought us was delicious. We ate it all.
Grandma, could you give us some more?
Of course.
Honey, I can buy it from the store.
It's not the same.
I'll bring some over the next time.
Just tell me if you need more.
Thanks, Grandma.
My apologies, I'll pay for it.
My things cannot even match the computer that you gave me.
Don't talk about paying me.
I just gave you what I didn't need.
Any problem with the computer?
None at all.
She posts her activities on the blog.
She'd never dream that her grandma in the country side would be monitoring her.
If she makes new friends, then you can even let us know.
I'm letting her stay out by herself now.
It's more fun this way.
Who's that?
A good-looking guy.
Who's he?
We owe this person a huge apology.
Why?
Have we done something to be sorry for?
I sent him in our stead to a difficult place.
Every day is a battle for him.
Money warfare.
Then, bring him back to live with us.
We'll recompense him.
No.
He now wants to be in the thick of battle, fighting to win.
So...
we'll have to wait patiently for him.
Maybe when he's battered and bruised and hurting, he'll want to come home.
Meanwhile, we'll make ready a room for him to come home to recuperate.
Let's do that.
His name...
is Yoo Jin. Yoo Jin.
I'm tired.
Okay, let's turn in.
I've cooked a delicious meal for you.
Sit here.
Making these complicated, never-tried-before recipes
has given me aches and pains.
My head is hurting too from studying the recipes. My mind almost exploded.
See how self-sacrificing I am.
Bok Ja...
You have things to say to me?
No.
So be it, tuck in.
Let's practice singing after meals.
I too have to earn my keep. We've been resting for too long.
Actually...
Actually?
Goo Eun Bi, get up.
Wake up, wake up. Hurry up, let's go.
Goo Eun Bi, time to get up.
Wake up. Go Eun Bi, let's go. Hurry up!
Let's go.
Hurry, press it.
Teacher.
Hong Jae Yi.
Teacher.
Let go.
Don't stop me.
This is all for you.
Who's Hong Jae Yi?
Not only at Dae Hak Ro*, (*cultural and artistic district in Seoul)
but even in Chungmuro* and Yeouido*, (*movie and business districts in Seoul)
hardly any girls with banging bodies haven't given their numbers to Hong Jae Yi.
He's a living legend, you know that?
What does he see in you?
Picking you instead of Christine, isn't it patently clear?
You're simply too naive, cloistered up too long in a school.
Suddenly the image of a pure college student popped up.
If it weren't for the fact that he wants to play you, he wouldn't act like this.
So because of this,
and because we live under the same roof,
can I, an ever faithful friend, show no concern?
You said the audition was in four days, right?
Yes.
So today is D-day.
So what's the purpose of my coming here?
Hong Jae Yi's ploy is being busted.
You're saved in the nick of time.
And I
- ...have managed to foil Hong Jae Yi's plan. - Precisely.
See that?
Clear example of the skill of an expert.
No matter what the situation,
he's never flustered.
It's fine by me.
You're amazing.
Teacher Christine.
Yes, my skills are not bad at all.
Why is this door open?
Inhale deeply.
With confidence.
It's all right.
Good job. Take a break.
Have a break.
I didn't hide or fabricate anything.
I am still myself. I am still me, Maria.
Go Eun Bi!
I just...
...got it.
You felt it?
Great, just great.
Let's stop for today. Go back and rest.
You're been training hard the past three days.
You deserve a rest.
Rest your vocals and get them restored.
But...
Don't even talk.
Just go back and rest.
I'll call you after the audition.
Good, you've done well.
Take care.
Delicious.
I got the surprise of my life.
Me too.
Though I said he is a living legend,
still, how is it possible? In three days he...
I had originally estimated six months,
but privately, I thought two months was enough.
Enough.
Such a joyous occasion calls for fish cake.
Eating again?
You're amazing.
The prize is not in the bag yet.
One success does not necessarily lead to another.
If we're going to train again after reaching home,
don't you think you need to please me a bit?
I was told to rest my voice.
Success comes from blood, sweat and toil.
So, how about fish cake plus spicy rice cakes?
Answer me.
Okay.
- Do you have enough money? - Nope.
I didn't hide or fabricate anything.
I am still myself. I am still me, Mari...
Mari...
What's the matter? Sounds weird.
You were doing fine just now.
Are you belittling me?
No, I need a drink.
Drink some water and try again.
Hurry up.
There's no time to waste. Come and practice.
Go Eun Bi. Come here, hurry!
Want me to call?
Don't bother, she'll be punctual.
You're recommended by Hong Jae Yi, aren't you?
Let's begin, time is running.
Put the music on.
You look familiar.
Your name is...
Go Eun Bi.
Sorry. I went overboard with the training yesterday.
Such things do happen.
Anyway, today's audition will be a problem.
Please give me another chance.
You're Go Eun Bi, right?
Yes.
You once came disguised as a guy, didn't you?
You used a devious scheme to deceive,
and now you're spoiling a fortuitous chance because of carelessness.
Blame it on your bad luck.
This might look like an unforeseen circumstance,
but the first step of professionalism is self-discipline.
I'm sorry, but we have been very accommodating.
Are you going off?
I'm going to visit a place.
Okay.
How's...
It's been a long time.
Expecting someone?
You heard from Sang Won?
That friend...
I'm expecting her to come and tell me the outcome.
I guess so.
She's someone who made me remember a lot of things.
Compared to the first time you and I met,
although the size is the same, the color is different.
No, the potential is the same,
but the colors are different, more precisely.
Tastes good.
I believe I'm one of the reasons
that you retired from musicals.
So if you want to begin working on musicals again,
I think you still need to go through me.
I haven't considered returning to musicals.
There is this man named Yoo Jin.
He's a young entrepreneur who about a year ago invested in our company.
Bae Gang Hee.
It's Bae Gang Hee.
Tonight...
you'll come?
Since it's your invitation, I will.
But don't be too optimistic.
I'm going crazy!
Oh gosh.
How was it?
Was the audition rescheduled?
Eun Bi. What happened?
I can't talk now. Can't take any call.
Father!
Okay, I know.
Thanks for your help.
Yes.
No, I'll go and meet her personally.
Yes.
Are we late?
I was early.
Let me introduce. This is Chief Officer Yoo Jin,
and he is Hong Jae Yi, the composer.
I'm Yoo Jin.
Oh... I...
I understand. Music people often don't carry name cards with them.
Because of school, you went to Seoul.
If you couldn't adapt to school, you should come home.
You've gone back on your promises many times.
I want you to come home now.
The songs that you begrudgingly were able to listen to
are all written by him.
But the latest, "Love, Love"...
How could Hong Jae Yi write a song like that?
Anyway, a weirdly-dressed young guy because of "Love, Love"
has become the hottest item in Japan.
That song was also written by him.
I regret I didn't meet you sooner.
If he didn't go to New York and had worked only on musicals,
to make your foray into this business,
you'd have to approach him instead of me.
I don't know. In Korea, actors are more important than composers.
I hope you guys will get better acquainted.
Musicals?
Where instead of speaking normally,
they sing to each other like one mad family.
Furthermore, they like to prance around crazily on stage.
Are you referring to that?
What's your purpose of going to that school?
Today's persimmons are good.
Eat some.
Why did you go to that school?
To be a doctor.
Right.
Why did you want to be a doctor?
Father.
Answer me.
Musical is not merely prancing around.
Actually, there are already musical festivals in Daegu.
I want you to answer me!
Audience expectation has risen.
Many watch American musicals on DVD,
or fly to New York to see the performances.
Original music can bring in revenue.
But can our composers meet those expectations?
Our audience appreciate local productions, too. You know that.
No doubt small theaters with modest ensemble are popular here.
They're not music, they're comedy played out by handsome actors.
So?
That type of audience doesn't appreciate excellent music.
They don't have high expectations.
For that reason, local productions are far inferior to famous international musicals.
What producer would want to invest money in them?
So it's money?
So what's the conclusion after this lengthy discourse? I'm curious to know.
I believe you heard I'm expensive.
I also heard you've quit composing musicals.
What? Really?
You like money?
Have to be responsible to one's profession.
I see.
If original music can bring in tons of money, you'll go all out for it.
Is it possible?
Is it not possible?
Men always dream impossible dreams,
but only an exceptional few succeed.
Why hold an open competition for original music?
It's a proposal by my partners, Gang Hee and President Han.
It's also a good promotional strategy.
So you're campaigning for local productions,
despite knowing they are useless for performance or profits.
More drinks?
He's so uninteresting, Gang Hee.
No, I think he is interesting, only that he's so unlike you.
If your promise with Grandma was a year ago,
then a year has already passed.
You hid it from me.
You should just go back to school.
You take one step aside, and I will too.
I want to do it.
Go Eun Bi.
I really want to. No matter what, I still want to be in musicals.
You don't understand my feelings.
Why should I understand?
If Mom were here...
Eun Bi.
Mom would understand me.
Until today I still can remember.
Mom always sang to me,
though never in your or Grandma's presence.
When she was with me,
she would hold my hands to dance and sing.
Don't say anymore.
Grandma, I...
Will it make you happy?
You look worn out because of lack of rest.
You sacrificed your studies.
Has there been any return on the efforts you put in?
You failed all your auditions.
That showed you're not so talented.
Be satisfied that you've tried and failed.
When you were 15,
you told me you wanted to be a doctor.
You were just as passionate.
It was to be a doctor or nothing else.
You said that you wanted to personally cure your Grandma's respiratory problems.
That... she said it when she was just a kid.
One year is enough.
You can't have everything you want in this world.
Face up to reality.
I told you to be careful,
and now you've been found out.
- Grandma. - Oh dear.
Why cry? It's okay.
I trust you then, bye.
Oh no, you can't.
- I can't give you the answer now. - It's all right. We can wait,
as long as you agree.
We'll accept all your conditions.
They have had strict training for 3 years.
We have invested heavily in them.
If you take them in,
we can definitely break into the international markets.
Why are you all standing there?
Greet your teacher.
We're counting on you.
But...
I'll take a look at the demos first.
Thank you.
- Thank you. - Bye.
Can it make money?
How profitable can songs for the masses be?
The new songs are not fit to be called music.
Truthfully, you're embarrassed to be known as the composer of "Love, Love", aren't you?
No, I'm not.
I saw it all. Every time "Love, Love" was mentioned,
you were dumb with embarrassment.
I was too happy to talk because of the money rolling in.
Do you know, after 10 years, royalties can still be collected from karaoke rooms?
Hong Jae Yi, you're talking about karaoke...
I supported your decision to retire from musicals.
But only I can save you from your own life.
I've decided to enter Han Sang Won's open competition for an original musical.
- You'll help me in my submission. - Okay.
Listen up.
Through the Amour competition, to be able to stand on that beautiful stage,
your music plus my innovative acting direction together,
isn't that more meaningful than working for singing rooms?
Let's do it then.
- Just like that? - With a condition.
Condition? I won't do it like those guys who just left.
How can an artistic soul be bought with money?
I'll give you shares.
Your life will become brilliant because of this musical.
You get the meaning?
Keep my name out.
Okay, but why?
Don't use my name to enter the contest.
Why keep your name out?
Your name will scare away others.
Then we'll be for victory.
That's my condition.
What?
Why?
Because of Gang Hee?
No.
Something interesting is going to happen.
Do you need to screen test the actors?
Yes.
I wish to recommend one to you.
I'm most grateful for your recommendation.
Who? TV actor?
A newbie.
Newbie?
Lock up before you leave.
A gentle push leads to an explosion.
What's happening?
Who's the newbie?
Wow, I'm anticipating it.
After a break of almost a year, who has lit the fire in him?
Me?
Let's begin.
Teacher.
She has had to go home because of her father.
After fouling up your specially-arranged audition,
she got disappointed and gave up on musicals.
Now, she's gearing up to resume studies.
Teacher.
How did you come here?
Train.
Oh Teacher.
Painful?
No, I've seen a doctor.
Sorry.
I knew it would turn out like this.
What?
Training into the night,
not considering the consequences.
I'm stupid, right?
Too much passion in here, less sense up there.
Everything else you do perfectly, but on that one special thing, you always fail.
Yes.
I become stupid when it comes to musicals.
Want to do a stupid thing with me?
What?
The reason you failed the auditions is because
you don't understand how to impress the judges in a short amount of time.
All that is attainable with hard work.
With nothing extra added, singing in a clean and clear voice,
is something that only a gifted person like you can do.
How to put it? It's a gift from God!
I will write songs that suit your voice.
Want to know why?
Yes.
The mind and the soul. It's been a long time since I've had this feeling.
It's up to you.
Teacher, I...
Bok Ja told me about your father.
Eun Bi.
The head or the heart, you decide.
If you want to be in musicals,
I'll do it, too.
If you don't,
neither will I.
So you decide.
If you're willing to be hit by lightning, I'll help you.
You look tired.
Yes, a little.
If you're really tired, we'll continue tomorrow.
No. It's all right.
Is it about the program for the open competition?
The TV broadcast can be arranged.
Have you decided on the budget?
It should be all right after some adjustments.
Didn't you tell me to contact other performance groups?
What?
Once I know the budget, it will be easier to find the people that you need.
What else?
You've decided?
Father.
I can do it.
I have a good teacher.
You don't care about anything so you can do what you want to do.
Don't ask for my forgiveness or understanding.
It's not like that, Father.
I'm not giving up my family.
You certainly are.
Give up musicals.
I won't see you unless you go back to school.
Think carefully before you go.
But it's not something that can be decided now.
I mean, could you be specific about the roles.
I'm grateful to you for assigning us jobs.
Wait a moment.
I seem to be cranky right now.
Let's go out.
Where to?
Stand up.
It's too late to eat meat now.
You haven't eaten anything today, right?
You're hungry.
How do you know?
You're a piglet that gets cranky when hungry.
Yoo Jin.
I'm sorry.
I got cranky because of hunger.
It's embarrassing.
Grandma let me come.
She didn't want me to regret.
She's my maternal grandma.
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Going for rehearsal?
Of course, I came solely for this.
Knife, use it.
In the 23 years of your life, you have never been kissed?
Don't think of it as auditioning.
Actually training is performing, and performing is...
- Training. - Correct.
As long as you do your best.
I'll be back after dealing with him. Got and train hard.
What should I do?
Your name...
Go Eun Bi.
Actress acting in musicals, isn't it what it is?
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