This actor needs more money

The award ceremony was held in a theater with a stepped guest seat. Ding Xiu was seated relatively near the front. After all, he was shortlisted for Best Supporting Actor.

"Hi, Ding Xiu."

"Sister Ziyi."

Entering the venue, Ding Xiu met Zhang Ziyi and the two hugged each other.

In today's grand event, Zhang Ziyi, who has half-bared shoulders, is undoubtedly the best among all the beauties. It's not so much about her beauty, but because she has too much aura.

Only one year older than Ding Xiu, she has already won numerous awards, and last month she became a lifelong Oscar judge.

Vaguely, the nickname of International Zhang has spread.

Zhang Ziyi said with a smile on her face, "It's only been more than half a year since I last saw you, and you seem to have grown up again."

"The same to you."

"Really, where's the big deal?"

"What do you think?" As he spoke, Ding Xiu realized that Qin Lan was still beside him and said without blushing, "Of course he is tall, a few centimeters taller."

"Today's high heels are a bit high, who is this?"

"Qin Lan, my company's junior sister is also my friend. Sister Ziyi, please take care of me."

Qin Lan nodded obediently and said hello: "Hello, sister Ziyi."

They are all of the same age, and the gap between them is not that big. Zhang Ziyi is the one who has developed the most among the younger generation. Having won so many Best Actresses at such a young age, she is very much on par with Gong Huang back then.

"Hello." Zhang Ziyi shook hands and looked at Qin Lan a few times: "She has a good figure. She is Ding Xiu's type."

"Yeah?"

"Of course, I heard Ding Xiu say more than once that he likes plump people. I didn't think so at the time, but now I want to talk about you."

The two have known each other for a long time. They have collaborated in two movies, namely Heroes of 2002 and House of Flying Daggers in 2004. They have filmed several sex scenes and kissing scenes in House of Flying Daggers, and they are old acquaintances.

While filming the kissing scene, she discovered that Ding Xiu had no feelings for her at all.

Is this normal? It's not normal.

Either she is not attractive, or Ding Xiu is not a man.

When asked why during the chat, Ding Xiu said that he likes good figures, which almost pissed her off.

"Ahem." Ding Xiu coughed and said, "Sister Ziyi, please talk about this kind of thing in private, and don't talk about it in public."

Probably for the sake of being on camera and looking good in costume movies, Zhang Ziyi deliberately controlled her weight at about 90 pounds.

She really looks good on camera, with a small face, slim waist, and long legs, which is very in line with the aesthetics of classical beauty.

But outside the camera, she was very thin, and Ding Xiu was afraid that the wind would blow her away.

This kind of size is obviously not his cup of tea.

He still likes women who are plump, fat where they should be, thin where they should be, and have a bit of strength.

Men understand everything.

"Oh, I know I'm sorry, but this is not your character, Ding Xiu." Zhang Ziyi continued to joke, not intending to let him go.

If you can't afford to offend, can you still afford to hide? Ding Xiu saw Liu Dehua not far away and walked straight over: "Brother Hua."

After the real owner left, Zhang Ziyi had no one to tease, and suddenly felt bored. After exchanging pleasantries with Qin Lan, she went to chat with other acquaintances.

Qin Lan, who stayed where he was, looked around, took out a business card from his bag, and walked towards a director.

"Hello Sister Li, I am the actor Qin Lan. I really like your director's film style. Please take care of me..."

Things like this are common in the field.

The reason why many people come to participate in the Hundred Flowers Award is to make connections.

Usually everyone is busy and wants to chat with a director or producer. There is no chance or reason to recommend oneself.

You can't just call someone's house and say, Director Zhang, Director Wang, Director Ma, I want to treat you to dinner, right?

Who will send you a meal when you have nothing to do?

The award show is different. It is a public social occasion. It is very common to meet and say hello, talk as much as possible, and leave each other's contact information.

The awards ceremony had not yet begun. Ding Xiu walked around the scene and found more than 20 business cards in his pocket.

Some were given by unknown directors, and some were given by actors who wanted to get to know him.

Too lazy to flatter him any more, he simply came to his seat and sat down when he was tired from walking.

Within two minutes, someone tapped me on the shoulder.

"You are quite laid-back. You don't have such a good opportunity to meet more directors?"

Ding Xiu turned his head and saw that it was Fan Binbin whom he hadn't seen for a while. She had changed into another dress. This dress was not long and not as solemn as the one on the red carpet.

But the ambition is still great.

"How many sets of clothes did you bring?"

"Don't worry about me." Fan Binbin snorted, "I'm sorry, if you stayed in the car, hehe."

There were so many people in a public place, so Ding Xiu didn't dare to take this on.

"How is the post-production of Xiao Yu'er and Hua Wuque? Can it be sold?"

"It's only been a few months, so it can't be so fast, but it will definitely be sold. If nothing else happens, it will be broadcast in the second half of the year. Director Wang Jin doesn't want to delay it too long."

Because of Zhang Weijian, the sales price of this drama should be somewhat affected.

Since it can be sold, it won't be a big problem if it is broadcast. After all, with so many popular actors starring and Zhang Weijian being a top celebrity, the ratings are guaranteed.

If you buy it, you will make money. It’s just a matter of making more or less. TV stations are not stupid.

Ding Xiu pondered: "The second half of the year is not bad either."

In the first half of this year, he only had one "Legend of Sword and Fairy". Because it was aired in the second round, it could be popular for several months. If he comes up with another "Little Fish" in the second half of the year, the popularity will not drop this year.

The popularity will only increase and not decrease.

This is best proven by the soaring price of his commercial performances after Fairy Sword was aired.

Fan Binbin said with envy: "First it was the Spring Festival Gala, and then it was Legend of Sword and Fairy. Do you know that you are very popular recently? If you win another award today, tsk tsk tsk."

From last year to now, she has aired five dramas in a year and still can't stand up to Ding Xiu's two-month popularity.

Not every one of the five dramas has a protagonist, and several of them have a second female lead and a third female lead. The dramas are also lukewarm and their popularity is limited.

Unlike Ding Xiu, he attracted countless fans in just one Spring Festival Gala and became visible to thousands of households. Audiences across the country became aware of this martial arts star.

The popularity hasn't passed yet, Sword and Fairy is coming, it has been broadcasted one round after another, the ratings have exploded, it has been well received, and young audiences like it very much.

If this trend continues, Ding Xiu will be Zhang Weijian from the Mainland in a few years.

Looking around and seeing someone passing by, Ding Xiu said calmly: "It doesn't matter whether I win the award or not. I am very happy to be shortlisted with so many outstanding colleagues and seniors. We have a long way to go, and there is still a lot to learn."

The passing actors nodded when they heard this, thinking that this young man was very knowledgeable.

Fan Binbin rolled his eyes.

The Ding Xiu she knew was not like this. He looked jovial and carefree, but in fact he was very proud in his heart.

"Since you said so, I wish you a long life."

"What square length?"

"Come on...Brother Xiu, your legs are exposed."

After entering the venue, Ding Xiu waited for more than an hour. The award ceremony began and was broadcast live on provincial TV stations.

Sitting in the row in front of him were Liu Dehua and Zhang Ziyi, and in the row next to him was Zhang Yimou.

The host Pu Cunxin and Zhang Dan came on stage.

Both are actors.

After the opening remarks were finished, everyone in the audience applauded.

When he noticed that the camera had moved to his side, Ding Xiu smiled kindly.

In front of the TV, the audience was amazed again when they saw Ding Xiu in a suit and leather shoes.

"Let me tell you, although this guy looks a bit like a scumbag when he smiles, he is really handsome."

"The most handsome boy in the whole house."

"He is good at martial arts, acting, and singing. He is handsome. Is there any reason for this?"

"As expected of Ding Shuai."

I don’t know when the fans started giving Ding Xiu the nickname Ding Shuai. As the name suggests, his surname is Ding and he is very handsome.

This nickname was unanimously and widely recognized.

At the scene, after the opening remarks, several respected seniors came to the stage to speak, and then the awards ceremony began.

“For the 287th Popular Film Hundred Flowers Awards, the nominees for Best Feature Film include Heroes of Heaven and Earth, Jade Guanyin, Sunny Patio, Warm Spring, Brilliant Season...

“The winner for Best Feature Film is Warm Spring!”

"The director is invited to come on stage to accept the award."

Like most film festivals, the Popular Film Hundred Flowers Award also has a group award and an individual award. The group award is awarded first, and the individual award is the highlight.

Ding Xiu waited patiently and chatted with people around him from time to time.

After more than half an hour, the group awards were handed out.

During the whole process, Zhang Yimou nodded frequently and applauded. Overall, the judges were very fair and the winners were well-deserved. Everyone was convinced.

The individual awards begin, and the first one in line is Best Director.

The camera panned over and an old man in formal Chinese attire straightened his back.

On the stage, the host read out the shortlist and then announced the winning director. The old man stood up half an inch and sat back in embarrassment when he realized it was not him.

Ding Xiu was embarrassed to comfort him.

In front of the TV, everyone in the audience was stunned, and some felt that it was natural.

"The Hundred Flowers Award doesn't give you face. It actually failed me."

"Lian Po is old. The old man has been greatly embarrassed this time. None of his works have won numerous awards at international film festivals. This time it's better. If he says he won't give it, he won't give it to him."

"House of Flying Daggers has a bad reputation. The story line is a mess. The filming is beautiful, but it has nothing to do with the director. It's normal that it didn't win an award."

"Should I say it or not, although House of Flying Daggers is the worst film in Mr. Lao's career as a director, there is still no problem in winning an award. The organizers did a great job this time."

In the front row, Liu Dehua and Zhang Ziyi looked at each other. They both knew Zhang Yimou's expression at this moment without looking back.

Well, it was a good laugh.

The camera was pointed right at his face, so he couldn't help but smile.

If you win an award, you smile; if you don't win, you keep a straight face. There is no such thing.

It's just that the old man smiled a little reluctantly.

Best Director, Best Actor and Actor, Best Supporting Actor, and House of Flying Daggers were nominated for a total of four categories, and now only three are left.

After the award-winning director holds the trophy in his hand and delivers his acceptance speech, the host continues to read.

This time it's Best Actor.

Liu Dehua crossed his fingers on his thighs, his face neither sad nor happy.

After a few seconds.

"The winner of the 27th Popular Film Hundred Flowers Award for Best Actor is Ge You!"

"Congratulations Ge You."

House of Flying Daggers failed again.

Ge You went on stage to receive the award and passed by Liu Dehua. The two smiled and shook hands.

Not being able to win the Best Actor, Liu Dehua must be disappointed, but he is not that pessimistic. Over the years, he has been accompanying him not only once or twice, but he has long been numb.

This time the competition was very strong, and his family knew about his family affairs. During the filming of House of Flying Daggers, he encountered the death of Aunt Mei. He was not in good condition and his performance was a bit unsatisfactory. It is not surprising that he did not win the best actor. .

"Ziyi, our crew depends on you." Liu Dehua said with a smile.

"Brother Hua, don't be joking. I may not be able to help you. I don't have much confidence myself."

As she said this, Zhang Ziyi's face was filled with confidence.

The old lady failed, Liu Dehua failed, the judges couldn't let her fail again, they offended so many people, they just kept slapping the old lady in the face.

Moreover, she does not feel that her performance is inferior to her competitors at the same time.

There is indeed a problem with the director this time. It may be that he is not familiar with the martial arts theme, or he is trying to cater to overseas audiences. Compared with previous works, House of Flying Daggers has a much worse domestic reputation.

Andy Lau's performance status on the set at that time was obvious to all, and it was normal not to win the Best Actor.

She is different. In order to better explore the characters' hearts, she eats and lives with blind people and observes their living conditions for a long time.

In order to practice dance, my waist almost broke, and I came back to the room exhausted every day.

After filming a film, only she knows how much hardship and fatigue she endured during the martial arts scenes.

The audience who watched House of Flying Daggers scolded Zhang Yi, some scolded Liu Dehua, and some scolded her for dancing and martial arts, but no one scolded her for her poor performance.

She has the right time, right place, right people, and the right people. I wonder, is there anything wrong with her winning the Best Actress award?

Nothing wrong!

"The winner of the 27th Popular Film Hundred Flowers Award for Best Actress is... Liang Jing! Congratulations to Liang Jing!"

Zhang Ziyi's smile froze on her face, and now she could understand Zhang Yimou's mood.

"No, you can't feel it." If Zhang Yimou could hear his inner voice, he would definitely say this.

Ding Xiu sat next to Zhang Yimou, and he could already catch a glimpse of his gloomy old face from the corner of his eye.

There were four nominations, three were cut, but the three most important ones are still the most important ones. The Hundred Flowers Award is too much.

In the previous Academy Awards, although Zhou Xingchi’s Kung Fu did not win the most important Best Director and Best Actor, the organizers at least won the Best Picture, Best Screenplay, Best Supporting Actor, Best Editing, and Best Sound. Give it time.

Even so, the audience scolded him, feeling that the Academy Awards were unfair and deliberately suppressed Zhou Xingchi.

This time, House of Flying Daggers was even more outrageous. It didn't win any of the Best Director, Best Actor, and Best Actress. It was a slap in the face.

In front of the TV, some viewers who had previously criticized House of Flying Daggers felt that it should not be done.

It is no problem that Zhang Ziyi won the Best Actress for her performance, but it is indeed a pity.

"Damn it, what the organizer is doing is a bit disgusting. Either don't be shortlisted or not give anyone a prize if you are shortlisted."

"This slap in the face really hurts, and it leaves me with nothing to gain. I come in glory and leave in despair. You can really do it."

"At least there is one Ding Xiu left. If this one is gone, it won't be a slap in the face, but a slap on the ground."

"Ding Xiu, hold on."

"I'm looking forward to seeing what the old man's expression will be if Ding Xiu doesn't win the prize."

At this point, not only the audience, but also many eyes at the award ceremony swept over the old man's face, revealing a playful smile.

He smiled politely before, but now the old man's face turned dark and he didn't pretend anymore, just looking at the stage with an expressionless expression.

Ding Xiu tapped the armrest of the chair with his fingers, remembering what Fan Binbin said.

The organizer will not do anything to offend anyone. If the first few people fail, in order to make the old man's face look better, they may take out the best supporting actor.

But in the current atmosphere full of gunpowder, Ding Xiu couldn't believe her words.

What if the organizer doesn’t give you face?

I've slapped several big mouths, and this one is no exception.

"The winner of the 27th Best Supporting Actor in a Popular Film is..."

At this moment, Ding Xiu seemed to have seen the organizer raising his hand and about to pull it off.

"Ambush from all sides, Ding Xiu, congratulations!"

In a twist and turn, the big mouth fell on the face and turned into a gentle caress.