Against the Current Hong Kong 1979

It was the height of summer.

The typhoon has passed for several days, and the rain it brought has gradually dissipated.

Filming in the sweltering heat while wearing thick period costumes is truly an unspeakable ordeal.

More importantly, the costumes used by Shaw Brothers were never washed, and once soaked in sweat, they became incredibly smelly, but there was nothing that could be done about it.

Zhang Shuai'an also found the smell unbearable, but he had to endure it; it was a hurdle that had to be overcome when filming.

Over the course of filming, everyone in the crew was captivated by Zhang Shuai'an's acting skills and became increasingly polite to him.

What shocked them even more was Zhang Shuai'an's physique. After staying up for several consecutive nights, he was still as energetic as an ordinary person, which was simply terrifying!

"Hey, Lian, you have scenes to film later, why are you lying here like a salted fish!"

In the dressing room, Chen Yulian lay on the sofa without any regard for her image, holding a small fan in her arms, constantly blowing on her sunburnt face.

"It's so hot! I'm so tired! I'm so exhausted~" Chen Yulian rolled her eyes at Zhang Shuai'an.

Zhang Shuai'an said, somewhat speechless, "Then you can stay in your own dressing room. There's no need to come here every time."

"Do you think I want to?" Chen Yulian shifted her head, moving closer to Zhang Shuai'an. "I don't know why, but it's cooler when I'm near you, and I feel less tired too."

Zhao Yazhi was also a little puzzled. Zhang Shuai'an's hard work in filming could be attributed to his extraordinary physical condition, but he did have a cool and aloof aura that made everyone who acted with him want to get closer.

On several occasions during rehearsals, Zhao Yazhi almost couldn't help but lean directly against Zhang Shuai'an.

Zhang Shuai'an was also afraid of the heat, so he checked the [System Shop] and found a temporary buff called [Ice Skin and Snow Skin], which could make the skin generate a little coldness and keep the body temperature within a very comfortable range.

"Hey, hey, hey, come any closer, or I'll report you for indecent assault!"

Seeing Chen Yulian pull his chair closer to the sofa, Zhang Shuai'an couldn't help but warn, "Ms. Chen, you have a boyfriend. Don't force me to tell Brother Fa."

"Tch!" Chen Yulian curled her lip in disdain. "You're too narcissistic. I just don't want to suffer. Do you think I'd like you? Humph, what makes you comparable to Chow Yun-fat?"

Zhang Shuai'an smiled but did not answer.

Zhao Yazhi mentally compared Zhang Shuai'an with Chow Yun-fat.

It has to be said that although Chow Yun-fat is also handsome, Zhang Shuai'an is definitely a cut above in terms of looks.

As for physical fitness, Zhang Shuai'an is terrifyingly strong. She thinks that only people like Bruce Lee and Jackie Chan can rival him.

It seems that Chow Yun-fat has a slight edge in acting skills at the moment.

However, this was Zhang Shuai'an's first time acting, and to have performed to this level is already a rare talent.

Given time, Zhang Shuai'an's achievements in acting will truly be no less than Chow Yun-fat's!

"I'm young and strong!" Zhang Shuai'an raised his arm, flexing his biceps.

Chen Yulian couldn't help but say, "Your body is practically superhuman! You're a god!"

"Superman? Where's Superman?"

Zhao Zhenqiang led Wang Pangzi and the others in and asked with some surprise.

Fatty Wang then asked, "And what is a 'god-like person'?"

"Isn't that him!" Chen Yulian sat up straight as soon as she saw them come in, pointing at Zhang Shuai'an and saying, "We've all been working ourselves to death these past few days, but he's acting like nothing's wrong. And in this heat, he's the only one who's kept cool and breezy. What else could he be but a god!"

Upon hearing this praise, Du Qifeng couldn't help but clap his hands and exclaim, "That's a very apt description! He truly is a genius!"

From then on, Zhang Shuai'an received his second nickname after arriving in Hong Kong: "Zhang the God".

"Sister Lian is just joking, everyone, don't take it seriously." Zhang Shuai'an was speechless. The term "divine person" is not a word in later generations.

Zhao Zhenqiang hadn't slept well these past few days, but he forced himself to stay awake and said, "Alright, everyone get ready. Let's try to finish filming the scenes for episode three today."

After exchanging pleasantries, the group began filming for the day.

Now, filming has entered its sixth day. Including the three days of preparation, the day Boss Shao has set for the first episode to air is fast approaching.

Although the scenes for the first episode were filmed long ago, and the film reels had already been sent for editing.

However, TVB's prime time slot is broadcast consecutively on weekends, so Chiu Chun-keung must ensure that he has two to three episodes in reserve in case of any unexpected situations.

However, that's just how things are; if you're not in a hurry, nothing will happen, but if you get anxious, it's like there are holes everywhere.

The scenes currently being filmed are from the third episode, while reshoots are also being done for some scenes from the second episode.

Lü Liangwei also came to the set. He plays the constable Shen Liang. Today, apart from the main characters such as Bao Zheng, the other scenes are mainly his and Jing Daiyin's Xiao Ai.

Zhang Shuai'an stepped forward and greeted him: "Mr. Lü, hello, I'm Zhang Shuai'an, a newcomer, and I play Bao Zheng in this play."

Lü Liangwei laughed and shook hands with Zhang Shuai'an: "I'm the newcomer. I heard you're a screenwriter. If you have any good scripts in the future, remember to give me a hand."

Zhang Shuai'an said with a smile, "There will be an opportunity, so don't refuse, Wei-ge."

This "scumbag brother" is truly a long-lasting star in the Hong Kong entertainment industry. Born in Vietnam in 1955, he and his family came to Hong Kong to live with his uncle when he was 11 years old. He had to start working to support his family before graduating from secondary school. With his father's encouragement, he enrolled in the sixth TVB Artist Training Class, where he was in the same class as Chan Yuk-lin.

Although he has already acted in several dramas, he is still considered a newcomer. He truly rose to prominence in 1980 with his role as Ding Li in "Shanghai Bund," which brought him some initial fame. For the next ten years, while he didn't achieve massive stardom, he remained in a state of moderate popularity, consistently producing memorable roles every few years.

It wasn't until 1991's "To Be Number One" that he finally made a remarkable comeback, rising to the top and achieving both fame and fortune.

This guy became famous for two memes in later generations: one was the character "Zha Ge" dancing in the movie "Flash Point," and the other was the news story about "a young man in his sixties visiting an old man in his fifties."

As the first deadline approached, the entire crew was like a tightly wound spring, everyone was working overtime, and the atmosphere gradually became tense.

"Click!"

"What's that extra doing? He's blocking the shot! Let's do it again!"

Zhao Zhenqiang's temper became increasingly irritable, and even the slightest mistake could make him fly into a rage.

"I've told you several times: watch the signals, listen to orders, and only move when you're told to."

Zhao Zhenqiang rolled the script into a megaphone shape, shouted at the stuntmen, and then yelled at the production assistant Ling Zhijian, "Are you out of your mind? Where did you find this defective product? You don't even know how to block!"

"Brother Qiang, don't get angry. I'll talk to them again. We definitely won't make this kind of silly mistake again."

Ling Zhijian also had a wry smile on his face. Even extras are human. After staying up with him for three or four nights, even a person made of iron couldn't take it anymore. Not everyone is Zhang Shuai'an, whose body is made of iron.

In this scene, Xiao Ai and Ling Chuchu are captured by the Goryeo delegation. Shen Liang, disguised as a man in black, goes to rescue them, and a fight ensues. Then Bao Zheng appears and saves them with his words.

"Positioning! Begin!"

Zhao Zhenqiang mustered his strength again and shouted loudly.

At first, there were no problems. Lü Liangwei, dressed in black and with his face covered, led Jing Daiyin and Zhao Yazhi out of the prison.

Their presence was exposed as they passed through a corridor, and Li Xi, the seventh prince of Goryeo played by Liao Qizhi, immediately led his troops out and surrounded them.

The two sides started fighting after a disagreement.

Zhang Shuai'an watched them fight from outside, waiting for Zhao Zhenqiang's signal to find an opportunity to break in.

Just then, a minor character somehow managed to fly out of his hand and pierce Zhao Yazhi's leg.

"ah--"

Zhao Yazhi cried out in pain and collapsed to the ground.

"Damn it! What's wrong with you?!"

"Quickly, check where Azi is injured!"

"Call a taxi and take him to the hospital!"

"..."

Zhao Yazhi's face turned pale with pain, but she still gritted her teeth and said, "I...I'm fine, just help me to the side to rest for a while."

Zhang Shuai'an reacted quickly, rushing over and picking up Zhao Yazhi before anyone could react, and carrying her straight back to the dressing room.

He gently laid Zhao Yazi on the sofa and asked with concern, "Sister Zi, are you alright? Do you need to go to the hospital?"