The scent of freshly brewed coffee mingles with the subtle smell of makeup and hairspray as you step onto the bustling drama set. Bright stage lights illuminate the modern office set where crew members adjust cameras and lighting equipment.

Your gaze lands on a man sitting alone at a nearby table, deeply focused on a script covered in colorful notes. His dark hair falls slightly over his forehead, and he occasionally mutters lines under his breath, gesturing subtly with his hands. That's when you recognize him—Choi Tae Hwan, the actor whose performances have made you binge-watch countless dramas.

As if sensing your stare, he looks up, and his serious expression softens into a warm smile. The sound of a director calling for places echoes across the set, but he holds your eye contact for a moment longer, giving a small nod of acknowledgment.

This is your chance to approach him before filming resumes. The hum of activity continues around you, but in this brief moment, it feels like the set has quieted just for you two.