Entertainment: I really want to make progress

"You're so lucky."

Jay Chou's eyes widened in shock. He suspected that Zhou Yutang had done something wrong.

"I won."

Zhou Yutang simply tossed the coin to Jay Chou, which was just an ordinary dollar.

"Hey, what would you do if it was just the national emblem?"

"Then I'm willing to admit defeat."

Zhou Yutang said calmly: "But I will not give up. I will let the negotiation team continue to increase the money until it reaches a figure that your brokerage company cannot refuse!"

He and Tian Ming had already discussed in private that the preferred mentors for the first season had a clear price limit.

Teacher Liu Huan is 12 million, the princess is also 12 million, Eason Chan is 10 million, and Jay Chou is capped at 15 million.

If you still don't agree with the price above this price, then there is no need to waste time and just change the candidate.

Although The Voice program needs to spend money to become bigger and stronger, cost control must also be taken into consideration.

For the price negotiation, Tian Ming hired business negotiation experts to communicate with these brokerage teams.

The effect is remarkable.

Teacher Liu Huan’s price was talked about 10 million, and Chen Yixun’s price was talked about 8 million. Here we saved several million.

"You're a dick enough, I promise you."

Jay Chou put the coin in his pocket: "This coin belongs to me. By the way, I heard that you have a movie to be released next year?"

Although he put his hands in his pockets and pretended to be cool as if nothing had happened, Zhou Yutang could still vaguely sense that classmate Zhou wanted to fight with him again.

"The casting has not been decided yet, it will probably be released next year."

"That's quite a coincidence. I also have a movie that will start shooting soon. I might have a chance to meet you then. If your box office is lower than mine, you can come to my concert as a guest for free."

Jay Chou raised his eyebrows.

"What's the name of your movie?"

"It seems to be called "Chilling". Let me tell you, the lineup is super luxurious. Are you afraid of losing?"

"To be honest, I would not write the word fear."

"Gan! Do you want to be such a dick?"

……………………

"Yu Tang, are you kidding me?"

When Tian Ming heard the news, he was stunned: "My negotiation team here has been trying to get results with the company over there for half a month, but there is no result. Are you telling me that you can deal with Jay Chou for just one dollar?"

"Anyway, he promised me, let's wait and negotiate the contract with him."

Zhou Yutang was not surprised by Tian Ming's shock, because on the way back from the party, Sister Shuang was also a little shocked.

Back then, Chen Daozai won 25 million with 20 yuan. What happened to me, Zhou Yutang, who won Zhou Tianwang in a one-dollar bet?

The afterglow of the Olympic Games is gradually fading.

A variety show called The Voice took advantage of the situation and attracted the attention of countless media reporters.

This program boasted an investment of hundreds of millions, which stirred up waves and caused an uproar in the industry.

soon.

The entire circle knew that Jiangdong Studio and Modu Mingjie Company were preparing an inspirational commentary music variety show.

Mingjie Company is a new company established by Tian Minggang.

This brother and Zhu Jie have a close relationship and are getting engaged. You can tell how sweet they are from the name of this company.

Tian Ming's Ming, Zhu Jie's Jie.

Zhou Yutang witnessed it with his own eyes and was filled with emotion, giving Brother Ming a nickname:

The most affectionate person in the magic city.

Most people in the industry are not familiar with the newly established Mingjie Company, but they know Jiangdong Studio.

This variety show with a rumored investment of hundreds of millions is actually a project of Zhou Yutang Studio?

"Did Zhou Yutang's career develop so smoothly that he got a little carried away?"

"He is from the film and television industry, and he comes to do cross-border music programs? It's like a joke, and the project is a big project worth 100 million yuan. It's really too radical!"

"If you want to destroy him, you must first make him crazy. It is foreseeable that Zhou Yutang will fall like a meteor."

"The good voice will eventually become the cemetery where this romantic talent is buried."

Zhou Yutang, who once again made headlines on the entertainment front page, faced criticism from many experts this time.

Mainly accusing him of messing up the market.

Previously, the most successful variety shows produced in China were Super Girl and Fast Man.

At that time, the production cost of each season of Mango Channel's "Super Girl" was only about 20 million yuan.

Zhou Yutang doubled down as soon as he came on and spent so much money. How will other people produce programs in the future?

At that time, the two programs of Mango TV caused unprecedented response, but the founder, Mr. Ou Yangyang, publicly stated his position this time:

Mango Channel participated in the first round of bidding for the Good Voice program, but after senior management held a meeting to discuss it, they decided not to participate in subsequent bidding, looking forward to the effect of the new variety show launched by Zhou Yutang's Jiangdong Studio.

Mainly it's still too expensive.

The production cost is 100 million.

It is basically impossible for the buyout fee to be lower than this price.

Zhou Yutang's golden name is famous in the TV drama circle, but not well-known in the variety show circle.

Mango Channel's ratings base is very stable, and there is no need to take risks, so naturally it won't spend so much money on a new program.

But because Zhou Yutang took care of Zhou Jielun, good news soon came from Tian Ming.

Magic City TV gave in.

Jay Chou's fan base is so strong.

Having this name means a certain ratings guarantee.

After several rounds of negotiations, with Zhou Yutang's advice, a gambling agreement was signed with Magic City TV.

The first season of The Voice was bought out on floating price terms, plus partial dividends from the program, while retaining a certain say in the production side of Zhou Yutang.

Both parties are quite satisfied with the result.

For Magic City TV, if the ratings of the program are not as good as expected, then Magic City Satellite TV can stop losses in time, and the losses will not be too much. If the program becomes popular, then everyone wins, and the gambling contract is marked with Magic City TV. Metropolitan TV has the priority to renew the program for the second season.

For the producers of Zhou Yutang and Tian Ming, making a variety show requires a complete production team, including renting a recording hall and a host. If they do not cooperate with the TV station, then the program will not have a broadcast channel at all.

Tian Ming is still very respectable in Shanghai. The starting buyout price is 80 million, plus 10% of the program dividend, which basically guarantees that he will not lose money.

As long as the ratings increase, the buyout price will increase, and program dividends will increase accordingly.

then.

Promotional drafts for The Voice program are being released one after another.

The names of several mentors were announced one after another.

The first is Teacher Liu Huan who sang at the Olympic Games. Needless to say, he is the big brother in the domestic entertainment music industry and has countless fans.

Then the second singer from Xiangjiang, Chen Yixun, also has top-notch singing skills and is extremely popular.

The name of the third mentor immediately shocked countless eyeballs.

Chinese music king Jay Chou announced that he would join The Voice for a friendly price of 10 million. Everyone found that this new variety show seemed to be taking off.

At this time, Zhou Yutang Studio released a preview of the fourth instructor:

Stay tuned, the queen of the Chinese music scene is about to join The Voice.

The onlookers immediately burst into laughter:

"Hold the grass! Is Zhou Yutang playing too much?"

"Who is it? Is it the princess?"

"It's impossible. The princess has retired to stay at home to raise her husband and children."

"I think it's Laying. According to the statement given by the Good Voice program, you must have sufficient qualifications. Laying's qualifications are high enough."

"She is not qualified. Zhou Yutang also specifically stated that she is highly respected and respected. I think she is not virtuous enough."

"Anonymous insiders say that when Prince Long and some of his like-minded friends from the province were in the capital, they often went to the nightclub owned by Laying's brother. You can play whatever you want. I can only reveal so much. Yes, I understand everything.”

The Voice show has already become popular even before auditions have started.

It's quite the grand occasion of "Supergirl" at that time.

Now the whole Internet is discussing about the mentor candidates for The Voice.

Compare them in various aspects such as singing skills, qualifications, and record sales.

Several fans turned into a pot of porridge, not to mention how lively it was.

Mainly because this is the first time someone has brought together several people who are at the top of the music industry in one show, which has aroused the expectations of countless viewers.

The fourth mentor has yet to be decided, but enthusiastic netizens have found many suitable candidates for Zhou Yutang:

Princess, La Ying, Sun Yanzi, Zheng Xiuwen

The most outrageous candidate Zhou Yutang has ever seen is that some netizens strongly recommended Brother Chun to be the fourth mentor.

The Internet was very noisy, and soon someone found Li Shuang:

"Yu Tang, Laying's sister is here."

"Oh, Naxin? What did she say?"

Zhou Yutang's sword eyebrows spread out.

Laying's sister is Laying's manager, and she is also a powerful person. Laying is able to sit in the position of the queen of the singing world today, which is largely due to her sister.

Li Shuang shrugged his shoulders: "I learned over there that this good voice program was recruiting judges and teachers, and offered Laying to be the program mentor. The appearance fee for the first season was 12 million, plus a 5% bonus from the program. In addition, she was selected to lead the program." A singer, her manager asked her to sign with her company."

"Is there something wrong with her brain?"

Zhou Yutang sneered and responded with three words: "Let her go."

According to the popularity of this show, if it becomes a top variety show in the future, the dividend income from the show will start at least in the nine figures.

How big of a face does she have, and she wants a share of the show's profits when she opens her mouth, which is damaging to Zhou Yutang's interests.

Li Shuang blinked and made a joke: "She is very popular in the Beijing circle. She has deep qualifications and strong connections. Aren't you afraid?"

"What am I afraid of?"

Zhou Yutang said calmly.

He knows that the entertainment industry is very chaotic, and the music industry is even more chaotic.

Many so-called kings and queens don’t want to see new people emerge even if they don’t release an album for several years.

Once a talented newcomer emerges, he will be drawn into his circle.

If the newcomer refuses to join, then wait for the suppression from these kings and queens.

A complete process of treating guests, being a dog, and beheading.

Zhou Yutang is not vain at all.

So what if you are the queen of music?

I work in the film and television industry, and I released a few songs, which were purely for fun. Writing songs for friends is just a favor.

We are not all on the same track, how can you still use the title of the queen of the music industry to suppress me?

nonexistent.

After Li Shuang rejected La Ying directly, Zhou Yutang called Tian Ming and informed him to expedite the investigation of the princess.

The initial offer was 6 million, but the princess refused. Then the offer was 8 million. After hesitating for a few days, the princess still refused.

Then add money!

10 million to start smashing!

……………………

September.

Zhou Xun's name is resounding throughout the Chinese film industry.

The first was "Li Mi's Conjecture", which allowed the audience to see Mr. Zhou's amazing acting talent.

Then came another "Painted Skin".

The box office of this movie is really good. It exceeded 100 million yuan in 6 days of release, and passed the 200 million yuan mark in 19 days!

This is the sixth domestic blockbuster to exceed 200 million yuan in box office since mainland China began to collect box office statistics. It is also the highest-grossing film ever released during the National Day holiday.

Zhou Gongzi's stunning performance has made her one of the most popular actresses at the box office.

Director Chen Jiashang also became famous with this film.

Also releasing on the National Day schedule is "Hold the Call" directed by Hong Kong director Chen Musheng.

I have seen both of Zhou Yutang's films in the cinema. "Painted Skin" is indeed very good, but "Hold the Call" is actually a rare good film.

Director Chen, Principal Gu, and Liu Ye all tried their best. The plot of the movie is also good, but the heroine's big s is really stretched.

This sister debuted in an idol drama. I don’t know why she always has good resources, but her appearance and acting skills are a bit average.

With her here, there will be no surprises at the box office.

"Hold the Call" posed no threat at all in front of a behemoth like "Painted Skin". It was beaten so hard that it couldn't hold its head up, and the final box office was less than 50 million.

Zhou Xun dominated the entertainment headlines throughout September.

However, in late September, Mr. Zhou finally no longer felt lonely and invincible, because Zhou Yutang Studio and Mingjie Company issued an announcement.

“The fourth mentor of The Voice has been confirmed, and the queen of the Chinese music scene has joined us!”

Many fans of the princess were confused and shocked.

This is impossible?

The Queen of Heaven said she would retire from the world, and she would take care of her husband and raise her children.

Why did my fairy sister also descend to earth?

Zhou Yutang learned from the information disclosed by Tian Ming that the money would be increased to 10 million to directly win the princess.

Money opens the way, even fairies have to come down to earth.

Mainly thanks to Li Yapeng, an investment genius.

This guy has lost a lot of money in various investments in recent years. The queen has no choice but to return to the world to make money to support her family.

With four mentors in place, The Voice officially set sail and entered the audition stage.

Hui Province, Medical University, male dormitory.

A handsome boy wearing a pair of black-rimmed glasses was listening to the song and humming along with the melody.

He clicked the mouse lightly, not missing every good voice message on the entertainment portal webpage.

Several roommates walked in from outside and opened the door. The handsome boy quickly switched web pages and browsed news about Zhou Yutang's new film "The Lonely Agent" as if nothing had happened.

The roommates have just returned from eating in the cafeteria and are still talking about:

"Hold the grass! Zhou Yutang is awesome, he even invited Zhou Jielun."

"I heard that these two met and had a fight, and Jay Chou was convinced, so he agreed to be a mentor on The Voice."

"I don't know Zhou Yutang or Zhou Jielun. I want to choose the princess."

"Damn, Brother Jie, the princess is already married, do you still like her?"

"You don't understand, just get married."

The roommates were laughing and joking. Brother Jie handed Xu Song the braised chicken nugget rice bowl he had packed from the cafeteria, put his chair on his and said with a smile:

"Brother Song, you are so good at singing, why not sign up to participate in The Voice?"

"Ajie, are you talking about me?"

The handsome young man was slightly stunned.

"Yes, you are so strong, you can definitely get ahead."

Young Ajie handed over a promotional paper: "Look, The Voice has been promoted to schools. There is a registration channel on the official website, so you can directly participate in the auditions."

"Can I do this?"

"Why not? You have already released songs online."

"I was joking, it's different."

Xu Song blushed and felt a little embarrassed.

"They're all singing, what's the difference?"

Ajie advised: "You have the ability. It would be a pity not to participate in The Voice and become famous, but to stay in this dormitory and work on music."

Several roommates also started cheering: "That's right, Brother Song. I don't need to say more about your strength. Just wait for an opportunity."

"Brother Song, please give me Zhou Yutang's signature when the time comes."

"I want instant noodles."

"Come on, brother Song, I'll give you your name."

Several roommates encouraged Xu Song to enter the registration channel: "Respect the music, never forget the original intention, the voice of heaven is great, and the best stage is waiting for you."

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"Do you have a musical dream? I have a stage."

In a cramped rental house in Beijing, Jin Zhiwen looked at the slogan on the official website of The Voice in silence.

The girlfriend who was busy cooking suddenly called out: "Awen, the meal is ready, clear the table and get ready to eat."

"Hey, okay."

Jin Zhiwen stood up.

The rented room was small and had only one desk.

Jin Zhiwen packed up the clutter piled on top, and his girlfriend had already served the food quickly.

"Lan Lan, let me tell you something."

Jin Zhiwen, who was absentmindedly picking at the rice, spoke.

"What's up?"

"I want to try that good voice show that Yu Tang does."

Jin Zhiwen watched his girlfriend put down the bowl and chopsticks, lowered her head and said with a guilty look, "I haven't received any jobs in the past few months. I want to give it a try."

He made a decision in his mind.

If she is eliminated, then she will go back to the bar and work hard to make money and reduce her pressure.

That's what bottom singers are like.

Maybe only one or two live a year.

Maybe I can't get any work all year round, and the album I spent money on doesn't make any waves.

During this period, Jin Zhiwen had no income, so he relied on his girlfriend to work alone to support him.

From a man's perspective, Jin Zhiwen felt that he was very sorry for her.

"My colleague was still chatting about The Voice today, and I just wanted to tell you that this is such a great opportunity, so hurry up and sign up!"

Jin Lan stood up, picked up two cans of beer, and said with a smile, "Do you remember? Zhou Yutang said that if you can stand out, there will be no problem."

"Don't worry, do it. I support you. We must have one tonight."

"Okay, have a drink!"

Jin Zhiwen suddenly hugged Jin Lan, his voice trembling and his eyes moist.

If you get a wife like this, what more can a husband ask for?

I swear, I must let you see me standing on that big stage!

now.

Countless boys or girls, uncles or aunts who have dreams of music have set sail for their music dreams.

This is a carnival for musicians at the bottom of the dynasty.

At this time, Zhou Yutang was already sitting on the plane heading to Xiangjiang, flipping through the information on Yinghuang Group and some Xiangjiang artists that had been prepared in advance.

Prepare for your casting for the film.

Yinghuang is a large group company. It initially engaged in watch retail business. Later, when Hong Kong's economy prospered, Yinghuang, under the leadership of Yang Shoucheng, responded to the times and continued to expand. Now it has become a comprehensive group enterprise with diversified businesses. .

Its business scope includes finance, real estate, watches and jewellery, entertainment films, hotels, media and furniture and interior decoration. A total of 6 companies under it are listed on the main board of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange.

Entertainment, film and media are only one of Yinghuang's businesses. This year, something happened to Mr. Chen, dragging down the two leading female stars of Yinghuang, and making Yinghuang Group lose face.

Zhou Yutang put away the information and probably knew what was going on.

Xiangjiang is actually not a big place, and there are only a few outstanding directors and actors coming and going, so there is a bit of a lack of talent.

Originally, Mr. Chen was expected to become the next generation leader in the Hong Kong entertainment industry. Who would have thought that something happened at the beginning of the year and he would immediately withdraw from the industry? A few days ago, he was gossiping with Liu Shishi, and I heard that they all went abroad. Otherwise, this The next week Yutang really wanted to get to know and communicate with Teacher Chen.

The plane lands.

Seeing the mature and beautiful figure who came to pick her up at the airport, Zhou Yutang's lips showed a perfect smile.

Novels should not be based on reality, they should be idealistic.

By the way, I wish Tianxian a happy birthday~~~