While the top-tier talents of some networks can relax during the pandemic even without projects, talents caught between jobs are no doubt, feeling the pinch.
Many young celebrities, particularly those in the midst of building homes and paying off mortgages, have found themselves scrambling for opportunities to earn.
After all, they have to meet household expenses and their savings might not last long enough.
Such is the case of Young Talent (YT).
Realizing her pockets are not that deep anymore, YT called her management and asked for work. YT said she was willing to be locked down for taping if needed. However, most supporting cast members were not amenable to the idea of staying together during filming and will only work if a vaccine is available.
All was not lost. YT’s management informed her of a possible project with Hot Actor (HA) and their partnership was projected to be controversial. Controversies attract viewers and YT with HA would be talked about in social media. YT had no choice but to consider the project.
Meanwhile, HA has managed to keep his career afloat thanks to a number of endorsements. As he has a contract with management, HA has to abide by the decisions of his bosses. Ergo, he must follow and if that means being with YT, he has to obey.
Management spoke to YT and HA to drum up the promo. The more controversy they generate, the more interest would be generated. Fans would become eager to watch their team-up.
In addition, handlers concocted their own gimmick to renew fan interest in YT and HA.
YT needs the extra attention, as she has not been seen as much as before the lockdown started. HA did not mind the idea, as work is just work for him, even if it means riding on management’s instructions. Regardless of any relationship angle, the two were stern with their “no comments,” as they know they cannot go beyond friendship.
‘Words are like nets - we hope they'll cover what we mean, but we know they can't possibly hold that much joy, or grief, or wonder.’ ― Jodi Picoult
Quiet Revenge
Like public service, being part of the entertainment and media industry is a commitment to fans and followers.
Celebrities feel they owe the public their services.
Without support, celebrities would not have gained their reputation, fame, and finances.
While rivalry seems to be glaring to the public, the opposite is true behind the scenes. Unless a public fight or painful debate ensued, most celebrities are bonded with each other on a personal level.
When Businessman Personality (BP) realized he was about to lose his first love, he alerted his friends. Although BP could retire from the limelight, his commitment to his craft is deep and he cannot just leave his followers behind.
Familiar Friend (FF) responded to BP’s request, which was not surprising, as they began their careers at the same time, but went separate ways. FF assured BP that he’ll work on his case with the bosses.
Time was running out and BP received and accepted the disappointing news. BP had to move on. What BP did not know was that A Kin (AK) asked around why negotiations failed. AK had an insider bestie, who revealed the shocker: FF blocked BP’s application, instead of fulfilling his promise. AK felt betrayed as BP and FF were like brothers. AK was so infuriated that revenge reverberated.
AK knew where to hit FF and set the plot in motion. With reputation at stake, the higher ups allegedly called up FF to fix the mess. Meanwhile, BP was clueless as to what AK allegedly did and FF remained chill, as he was left in the dark why such happened.
‘Stab the body and it heals, but injure the heart and the wound lasts a lifetime.’ ― Mineko Iwasaki
Complicated Decisions
When a rumor of a celebrity sighting in a rival network emerges, the fandom and other interested parties are thrown in a frenzy over the possibility of the celebrity moving.
Social media subsequently becomes the field for comments and bashing. Given the situation in the local entertainment industry, such activities are no longer remote.
However, when Wanted Performer (WP) was rumored to have been spotted in the premises of A Network (AN), executives quickly denied, but said that WP will always be welcome.
Allegedly, such rumor was merely to gain attention if AN could be open to the possibility of WP joining their team. These days, establishments are wary of people going in and out of their premises, which makes visits limited. Thus, WP being seen in AN is not highly possible, but online presence is.
What WP does not know is that the Management Team (MT) had a virtual meeting with AN. MT is exploring the idea of WP joining AN and what AN can offer WP. As soon as the new normal is established, AN will present plans for WP. Among possible talents, WP is indeed wanted.
However, transferring is not as easy as affixing a signature. WP still has a contract for shows. WP’s team is working on a drastically reduced fee for her services, which was the result of negotiations months ago. Nonetheless, business is business and WP cannot remain at such a rate. A low talent fee means low commission as well. Still, negotiations are bound to be complicated even if MT can facilitate WP to move.
WP’s word of honor can prevent her from moving. Working with WP was the reason a Prolific Talent (PT) stated when an unexpected transfer happened. Hence, WP can hurt many personalities, such as PT, if MT says she has to go. For WP, MT has been with her since she started, while her workmates, along with PT, surrounds her with strong kinship.
‘Leaving everything that makes them who and what they are, leaving because it is no longer possible to stay. They will never be the same again because you just cannot be the same once you leave behind who and what you are, you just cannot be the same.’ ― NoViolet Bulaway
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