Entertainment: I really want to make progress

"Have a good rest. I'll go to the company first. I have something to deal with."

Zhou Yutang did not linger in the gentle countryside.

Patting Yoona's butt, he got up and went to Mingjie headquarters.

On the way, he took time to hold a video conference with Zhang Yiming to listen to his report on the promotion of Douyin.

Taking advantage of the traffic of the Starlight Awards, Zhou Yutang promoted the Douyin APP. He was very satisfied with the results achieved in the initial stage.

A red envelope of 100 million yuan was sent, and the gimmick was full.

But in fact, more than a dozen advertising brands paid tens of millions, and the remaining publicity costs were definitely worth the money.

This is just the first step. For the promotion and publicity of Douyin, there have long been mature supporting plans made by professional teams.

There is no need to watch every detail all the time. After simply giving instructions to continue to move forward, Zhou Yutang attended the high-level meeting of Mingjie, including the deputy director of Jiangsu Provincial TV.

This year, the film and television company under Jiangsu Provincial TV has negotiated with Mingjie on profit sharing and made a variety show movie called Extreme Challenge, which will be released during the Spring Festival.

As far as Zhou Yutang is concerned, he is not very willing to do such a project, but some people are eager to do it.

The film market is so hot, just like the stock market where experts are advocating emotional repair and a bull market.

As long as there is a hot project, you can rush in and pick up money with a sack.

Who doesn't want to get a piece of the pie?

Zhou Yutang can't block people's money, after all, it involves the interests of a considerable number of high-level officials in Jiangsu Province.

Turning a blind eye is a favor.

There are many urgent things to deal with before and after, so he has to stay in Shanghai for a few days and promote "The Mermaid".

The "Mermaid" project is backed by several major domestic entertainment giants, and the main producers include China Film and Shanghai Film.

In addition to the influence of Jiangdong Grand Commander, he can arrange any popular domestic variety show he wants.

Extreme Challenge has only one season a year, but Running Man has two seasons a year.

In addition to director Stephen Chow, leading actors such as Deng Chao, Lin Yuner, Zhang Yuqi, and Luo Xiaozhu are the main force of publicity, and have appeared in the annual popular variety shows such as "Idols Are Coming" and "Running Man".

Then, under the leadership of Deng Chao, the leader of the Running Man team, he participated in the recording of the customized New Year special of "Running Man".

As for Zhou Yutang, he naturally would not participate in such an outdoor fierce competition variety show, and even made it clear that he would not even participate in the later road show.

He only agreed to do an interview variety show with Stephen Chow.

That is "Kefan Listens" on Shanghai TV, which is a more stylish interview program at present.

In addition to promoting the movie, it also preheated the promotion for the final season of "Celebrating Yu Nian" which will be broadcast after the New Year.

After Zhou Yutang left, Lin Yuner took a nap until she got a call from her assistant at noon and got up. She simply put on light makeup. Today's outfit is also to adapt to the role of the mermaid in the film, with a pure and casual style.

"Great! South Korea's hot search last night also exploded. The red envelope of nearly 20 billion won is really crazy!"

"It's really incredible. Showbox is responsible for domestic publicity work. The discussion is very high. This time the two countries are released simultaneously, which is likely to make your acting career take off!"

Lin Yuner's female assistant's room is next door. She knows what happened last night, but she is not surprised.

South Korean society pursues money first. A chaebol like Zhou Yutang with such wealth and status is a god-like existence.

From her point of view, Yuner will never suffer a loss as a chaebol's woman.

After all, Governor Zhou is really good to her. Just this "Mermaid" project can help her completely get rid of the label of idol and ascend to the top in South Korea and become one of the most popular young actors.

Sometimes, being chosen is far more important than hard work.

"Wow, Yuner is so beautiful!"

"Thank you, hello."

Wearing a peaked cap, a mask and sunglasses, Lin Yuner was still recognized after walking into Mingjie Company.

Girls' Generation is popular in Asia, and even in China, it is very popular. Lin Yuner enthusiastically signed autographs for several sisters.

When entering the Mingjie headquarters building, the assistants around were a little shocked.

We all know that China is vast and rich in resources. The area of ​​Shanghai alone is more than ten times that of Seoul, especially the buildings.

This Mingjie headquarters building is much more magnificent than the SM building.

"This is a big company with a market value of nearly 100 billion. It's really different."

The assistants around him were like Liu Laolao entering the Grand View Garden.

According to the current market value, Mingjie is guaranteed to be twenty times that of SM.

Zhou Yutang made arrangements in advance, and Ni Ni, a female secretary wearing a professional suit, took Lin Yuner for a walk.

Seeing TV staff carrying equipment in and out one after another, Lin Yuner asked curiously: "Why do people from the TV station seem to be here?"

"Yes."

Ni Ni explained with a smile: "Because Mr. Zhou's schedule is difficult to coordinate, and there are things to do next, the program team was notified temporarily and decided to place the afternoon program recording venue in Mingjie."

Lin Yuner and the assistant beside her looked at each other.

There is a different understanding of Zhou Yutang's power.

The TV station that controls the broadcasting channels, whether in South Korea or in China, is a high-ranking existence, but in order to cooperate with Zhou Yutang's schedule, the entire program team came to the company to interview him.

This is definitely hard to imagine!

Unlike last night, Lin Yuner only met Zhou Yutang from a distance today.

The Grand Commander of Jiangdong strode out of a large conference room with high spirits. The elites in suits and leather shoes around him surrounded him like stars surrounding the moon.

After the meeting, several senior executives went to Zhou Yutang's office to report on their work until half past two in the afternoon.

Zhou Yutang had time to meet Lin Yuner in the office: "Take a look at the outline of the interview program later. If you have any questions, just ask them directly."

"Yes."

Lin Yuner nodded: "Oppa, don't worry about me, I will prepare well."

Her professionalism is beyond doubt. She went to the lounge to prepare seriously. The host Cao Kefan came with the program team and related equipment to set up the scene early in the morning.

Zhou Xingxing arrived at 2:40 in the afternoon and had a brief communication before the recording.

At three o'clock, the interview officially began.

Cao Kefan did a very detailed preparation, with more than 50 outlines of questions, but Zhou Xingxing's answers were very concise.

Usually it was solved in three or five words, and Zhou Yutang couldn't help laughing.

If everyone follows the same approach as Master Xing, the interview would be completed in at most ten minutes for the one-hour show.

Although helpless, Cao Kefan is also an experienced host, and he adjusted the rhythm of the next question: "Yoona speaks Chinese very well."

"Thank you."

Lin Yuna sat on the single sofa next to Zhou Yutang and smiled modestly: "Only a little bit, there is still a lot to improve."

"You participated in "The Mermaid", how do you feel?"

"Director Zhou is a very good director. I am very happy to work with him. It can be said to be a perfect experience. I learned a lot, but I also feel that I have many shortcomings."

Lin Yuna smiled and answered, her eyes were waving, but she looked at Zhou Yutang.

The woman who looks pure on the outside has an unknown wildness and charm in her bones.

"Yoona is very malleable, and her acting skills are unexpectedly good."

Zhou Xingxing nodded and smiled, as if to praise.

Zhou Yutang knew what Yuna was talking about.

This Director Zhou is not that Director Zhou.

Lin Yuner's interview was very easy, she was used to dealing with the media.

Besides, the questions were all read in advance, so there were no surprises.

The highlight was still Jiangdong Grand Commander. Cao Kefan moved his huge buttocks, and the leather sofa under him groaned in pain. His fat face was full of friendly smiles.

"Mr. Zhou, you are both an actor and a director. Now the audience calls you and director Zhou Xingxing the two Zhous of the Chinese film industry."

"Zhou Xingxing's nonsensical comedy style is unique. The praise for you is that you are good at training actors. In your opinion, do I have the opportunity to transform into an actor?"

"Of course there is a chance."

Zhou Yutang smiled and said, "But you'd better lose some weight, because if you want to be on camera, your face will be magnified and widened, and you can't handle close-ups, unless you are a special actor."

This kind of special actor is probably similar to Lam Chi Chung in "Kung Fu" and Lam Suet who broke the gang rules in "Black Snake Society", specializing in playing fat supporting roles.

"Director Zhang Yimou also said this to me."

Cao Kefan smiled awkwardly: "When I was filming "The Flowers of War", Director Zhang said that my face was as high as two floors in the theater."

Zhou Yutang laughed with Zhou Xingxing, and Lin Yuner pursed her lips and tried not to laugh.

"Later, I spent three months to lose 30 kilograms of weight."

"That was really not easy."

"It's not easy to be a director or an actor."

Cao Kefan completed the sublimation of the theme: "So I'd better be a host. I eat and drink as I should. Now I've rebounded and I'm 10 kilograms heavier than before."

Zhou Yutang smiled and nodded.

In fact, to do interview programs, you have to sit and chat with the guests for several hours.

The overall atmosphere must be harmonious and the topic must be deep enough, which is a test of the host's skills.

Cao Kefan is indeed quite capable to be able to secure a position at Shanghai Tomato TV. He adjusted the atmosphere and then asked Zhou Yutang: "Mr. Zhou, there are rumors that Stephen Chow is not easy to get along with and has a bad temper. What do you think about this?"

"It's normal to lose your temper."

Zhou Yutang smiled calmly: "When I first started as a director, I often lost my temper on the set and scolded people. When I was not famous enough, this was the most direct and effective way for a director to establish his prestige. But now when the show starts, everyone knows what they have to do without saying much."

"I agree with Mr. Zhou on this point."

Sing Ye smiled rarely and echoed: "I once thought that only losing your temper could prove the director's authority. Later I realized that I could convey my ideas in a more gentle way."

Cao Kefan listened and admired him secretly.

The EQ of the Jiangdong Grand Commander is also first-class.

Leading the topic, Zhou Xingxing's interview aloofness was cured invisibly.

The next program was easy to do. Cao Kefan continued to ask: "What does Mr. Zhou want to say about the cooperation with Mr. Xing in "The Mermaid"? "

"It was a pleasure to cooperate. Mr. Xing was very professional. He demonstrated every scene in person, which benefited me a lot."

"I also learned a lot from Mr. Zhou."

Zhou Xingxing, who was very frugal with words, suddenly said: "If there is a chance, I actually want to work with Mr. Zhou on a movie."

"Are you kidding?"

Zhou Yutang raised his eyebrows. This was definitely not a question in the outline.

"No kidding."

Zhou Xingxing said seriously: "I have worked with many excellent actors and directors, but Mr. Zhou is definitely the most special one. He is an absolute genius. If there is a suitable opportunity, I really want to work with everyone once."

This commercial mutual flattery is a bit too much. Zhou Yutang smiled and waved his hand: "If there is a suitable project, definitely."

Cao Kefan's eyes behind the lens were like flashlights with two lights: "If there is such an opportunity, I will definitely buy movie tickets to support it. I believe it will be a very exciting movie."

In fact, Zhou Yutang and Zhou Xingxing's completely opposite acting experiences are also quite interesting.

Zhou Xingxing started as a supporting actor and gradually became a well-known director and actor. He can be said to be an inspirational model.

But Zhou Yutang went smoothly. He became popular when he debuted and then became popular in Asia. This is a real talent.

Despite their different experiences, there is no doubt that both Zhou and Zhou are immortal figures standing at the top of the Chinese film industry.

The combination of the two Zhous, isn't this a hot topic?

The program "Kefan Listens" was recorded until 7 o'clock. After the first half about the movie "The Mermaid", Stephen Chow and Lin Yuner left first.

Stephen Chow had a dinner party, and Lin Yuner had to fly to South Korea overnight to attend a business event.

This interview actually recorded two episodes, and the second half was basically an interview about the final season of "Celebrating Yu Nian".

Zhou Yutang also revealed some news about the preparation of the "Snow" project, which has not been made public yet, which is considered to be some explosive news.

"The Lunar New Year suspense comedy "Detective Chinatown" produced by Dongwu Pictures, jointly distributed by Guangguang and Wanda, directed by Zhou Yutang, and starring Wang Baoqi, Lu Han, Gao Yuanyuan, Xiao Yang, Zhang Zifeng, Xiao Shenyang and others has been released for a month, and the total box office has reached 3.085 billion, topping the domestic film box office list, breaking a series of domestic film box office records!"

"The Film Bureau confirmed that the film "Detective Chinatown" will extend the release and screening time of all versions of the film, and the screening time will be extended to February 14, 2016!"

Zhou Yutang has been in Shanghai these days and has been dealing with people in the Shanghai circle.

He also took time to take Liu Shishi to meet the Queen Mother and watched "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" by the way.

Yijie felt sorry for him, "Star Wars has affected some of the movie's box office potential, otherwise the box office of "Tang Detective" would definitely be higher, but why is the extension key only for half a month?"

"Don't be too ugly."

Zhou Yutang smiled and rubbed Yijie's tender face: "Let's go, Lao Wu and the others are waiting."

The extension key for "Tang Detective" was personally requested by Director Tong, and it was finally set for half a month, which also meant to make way for other domestic films.

At the end of the year, dinner parties are naturally indispensable. Zhou Yutang brought Liu Shishi to the dinner party of the Shanghai circle today.

After a warm greeting, Wu Heru of Xinhe said with emotion: "Our Chinese film market is really getting better and better. A few years ago, it was unimaginable that there would be a movie with a box office of 3 billion."

Ten years ago, breaking 100 million was the annual blockbuster.

Five years ago, a box office of 1 billion could make a sensation in the entertainment industry.

Since Zhou Yutang was the first to bring the box office of domestic films into the 1 billion era.

Then it broke through the 2 billion mark, swept across Asia, and topped the list. Now it has raised the box office record to 3 billion!

Moreover, "Tang Detective" has an extension key, and there is still room for growth.

Tian Ming was also present during the dinner, and laughed: "The Grave Robbers' Chronicles is too disappointing. The stage was set, but it didn't catch it."

January is the last carnival before the Spring Festival. This year, there are eight imported blockbusters eyeing the Chinese film market.

When the global "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" landed in the Chinese film market with imported blockbusters such as "Detective Charlotte", "Old Cannon" was close to being released, and "Bad Angels" was almost negligible. Only Zhou Yutang's "Detective Chinatown" stood out and sniped strongly.

In the end, imported films such as "Detective Charlotte" and "Alvin and the Chipmunks 4: Lost on Journey" all failed.

The Grand Commander of Jiangdong proved what it means to be the first person in domestic entertainment with his outstanding achievements.

Although the box office of "Star Wars" has passed the threshold of 700 million, the screening schedule has also been reduced because it has to give way to the movies in the Spring Festival.

In a corner where no one cares, the box office of "Grave Robbers' Chronicles" finally stopped at 594 million, which was a bleak painting.

"The realistic film "The Big Buddha", jointly produced by Dongwu Film and Zhang Yimou Studio, directed by Zhang Yimou, and starring Fan Wei, Gao Ye and others, was completed a few days ago. Zhang Yimou returned to Beijing to support his daughter's new project."

"Feng Xiaogang's new movie "I Am Not Madame Bovary" is in the process of filming. Reuters stills are exposed. Fan Binbin plays a village woman who is not crazy and can't live!"

"Wu Baige re-enters China Film, and the action crime film "The Chase", adapted from the novel "Wading the Angry River" by the Japanese writer Nishimura Toshiyuki, has started. The script will be adapted by seven top screenwriters including Chen Qingjia, Chen Jiashang, and Ruan Shisheng!"

Since Zhou Yutang broke the record of the total box office list of Chinese movies, the entire film and television industry has been completely boiling.

Several big directors in the circle came out one after another, but Chen Kaige was the only one missing.

At this time, poet Chen rarely showed his face in public except for attending the premiere of Zhou Yutang's "Detective Chinatown", which was quite abnormal and mysterious.

Some people said that they saw Chen Kaige and his family flying to North America to celebrate the New Year and breathe the sweet air.

Later, a photo appeared in the entertainment news, confirming that Poet Chen did go to North America to participate in the post-production meeting of "The Great Wall".

But I didn’t stay there for too long. Soon I flew straight to Neon, met with the senior management of Kadokawa Shoten Co., Ltd., and then returned to the capital and began to retreat.

It was raining lightly in Beijing today, and Poet Chen took refuge in the big villa.

Watching the video clips of the Starlight Show, Poet Chen nodded with approval on his face.

Looking at the script in front of him that had been revised many times and finally finalized according to his ideas, he nodded with satisfaction. He was so excited that he opened his mouth to recite a poem,

"It's hard to give up on natural beauty. Once you choose it, you will be on the side of the king. Looking back, you will be full of charm when you smile. The pink and white in the sixth palace have no color."

In front of his eyes, a fantasy and gorgeous world of the Tang Dynasty seemed to be constructed. However, the beauty of the Tang Dynasty was not seen. Instead, Chen Hong was wearing a home dress. She had a pair of cotton slippers at her feet and handed a cup of authentic American coffee with both hands.

"Why are you so happy?"

Diao Chan, who was so magnificent back then, has left traces of time on her body, but her charm still remains.

With the beauty by his side, Brother Chen Kai felt that it was pleasing to the eye. He took a sip of coffee and praised: "I laugh at that kid named Lu. He deceives the world and steals his reputation, and his talent is shallow. Is he worthy of being called a great director?

If my film "Legend of the Demon Cat" were placed during the Chinese New Year this year, it could compete with Zhou Yutang's "Tang Detective". "

“This year’s Lunar New Year festival is really not decent, and there is a lack of weighty films.”

The man's confident look made Chen Hong chuckle. He took the script on the table and read it, and said with some surprise:

"Kelly Wang's script seems to have been changed again?"

"There's not much wrong with her script, but there are still some flaws. She doesn't understand how to perfectly integrate art with the audience's preferences."

Brother Chen Kai said confidently: "I polished it a little bit."

"It's a pity that Governor Zhou is too busy with his schedule. Otherwise, he could be asked to write the script. It would be a gimmick to have two generations of Palme d'Or directors joining forces."

Chen Hong sighed, put the script aside, gently rubbed Poet Chen's shoulders, and listened to his impassioned talk about his new project.

Kelly Wang is a well-known screenwriter in Bay Province. She has written excellent scripts such as "Lust, Caution" and "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon". She is also the screenwriter of Chen Kaige's new project "The Legend of the Demon Cat".

But there is no doubt that Brother Chen Kai has the final say on this project.

"What did Xinli Lao Cao say?"

"He mainly relies on your opinion, and LeTV also has no objection. In addition, we have reached an agreement with Kadokawa Company. The special effects, art, sound mixing and other teams there are very powerful, and they have also booked a role."

"Leave the hero for Zhou Yutang." Poet Chen pointed his finger at the table.

"Maybe he's not available."

Chen Hong sat on Brother Chen Kai's lap, her eyes flashing, "I heard that he has several projects in Hollywood, and the company has several big dramas to be released next year."

"Go and ask first. As long as he opens his mouth, we can negotiate any conditions. Then ask Lu Han. There is a role that suits him very well."

"How about Arthur for that character?"

"No, the foundation is a bit weak. Zhou Yutang and Lu Han will be a double insurance."

Brother Chen Kai patted the back of his wife's hand to comfort him and said slowly: "Arthur wants to get ahead, and there will be many opportunities in the future. You can ask if there are any suitable TV drama projects in Jiangdong. Compared with movies, TV dramas are more popular now."

"I heard that their company will have two major dramas next year. The film list has not been released yet, but it is basically certain that it will be "Three Lives, Three Worlds, Ten Miles of Peach Blossom" that goes hand in hand with Ali."

Chen Hong thought of something and said excitedly: "There is another drama, which should be the film and television adaptation of "In the Snow", with a guaranteed investment of 300 million. In the past few days, Lao Cao and Mr. Huanrui have been thinking of ways to do it."

"Are you going to film "In the Snow"? Three hundred million?"

Hearing this number, Brother Chen Kai was stunned for a moment, then regained his composure.

Three hundred million is just over 40 million US dollars.

The North American box office of "The Conjuring 2" alone has exceeded 100 million, and the global box office has exceeded 300 million US dollars.

Brother Chen Kai is arrogant and has no ambitions, but in his heart, Zhou Yutang is definitely worthy of attention. Even if he manages a billion-dollar project, it would not be surprising.

"I heard from Lao Cao that the positioning is higher than the "Celebrating More Than Years" series, and the production cost for the three seasons is expected to start at 1 billion."

The couple sat on top of each other and talked about their new project "The Legend of the Demon Cat" and the booming film market.

"No matter what else, get rid of Zhou Yutang first. As long as he nods, the rest will be easy to handle. When the post-production of "The Great Wall" is completed, it will start filming in the middle of next year at the latest."

"Well, I'll ask again tonight."

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The governor of Zhou reached his peak and stood out from all the heroes.

The heavy snowfall in Anhui Province has started filming Little Steel Cannon, which is a good omen. Lao Mouzi has finished filming another movie, and the momentum is strong.

Several great directors have loud voices. How can such a grand event in the Chinese film industry be without him, Brother Chen Kai?

The first domestic Palme d'Or director, he became a god in one battle and was admired by all.

Poet Chen has a sense of spirit and arrogance in his heart.

In his eyes, the blazing light called ambition flashed,

He must get back the reputation and honor he lost with his own hands!

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