This star’s style is wrong

It's August.

The preliminary preparations for "Nirvana in Fire" are completed and officially launched.

In the first scene, the 80-year-old teacher Zheng Zhihua was invited to play the role of the Empress Dowager.

Teacher Zheng Zhihua was born in Eastern Opera. He has been in film for 60 years and has appeared in many movies and plays. He is a national first-class actor.

An old artist like this no longer needs to take on roles for money.

If you want to hire her to film, you need a good script and a good crew.

Fang Xing also asked many veteran artists from the National Theater to find teacher Zheng Zhihua to play the role of the Empress Dowager in "Nirvana in Fire".

In "Nirvana in Fire", "Mei Changsu" played by Fang Xing, was originally "Lin Shu".

"Lin Shu"'s biological mother is the biological sister of Emperor Daliang.

In terms of kinship, Emperor Daliang was actually "Lin Shu"'s uncle.

Therefore, the empress dowager played by teacher Zheng Zhihua is actually the great-grandmother of "Lin Shu".

She will appear in the second episode of "Nirvana in Fire". When she appears, she is a silver-haired old lady with a kind face and loving eyes. She loves all her great-grandchildren.

Since Teacher Zheng Zhihua is 80 years old, he is not suitable to follow the group for a long time.

Therefore, Fang Xing prioritized filming her scenes.

Anyway, the entire crew is arranged on her time.

When filming the first scene, Fang Xing prepared to film the scene where "Lin Shu" enters the palace to meet the Empress Dowager.

This scene is very important and will directly establish the love-hate emotions expressed by "Lin Shu".

The plot of this scene is that "Lin Shu" returns to the imperial capital of Daliang as a Qilin scholar.

The Empress Dowager summons him, and then "Lin Shu" will also meet the "Princess Nihuang" who is in love with him.

However, "Lin Shu" is no longer the "Lin Shu" he used to be. He has changed beyond recognition and no one recognizes him.

This morning.

The crew held a start-up ceremony.

Later, Fang woke up and went to the dressing room to chat with teacher Zheng Zhihua.

Zheng Zhihua's costume is almost ready, and she only needs to change into the costume of the Queen Mother to start filming.

"Teacher Zheng, did you have a good rest last night?" Fang Xing asked with concern after coming in.

"It's good. Actually, I don't have to stay in such a good hotel. We used to sleep in tents when we were shooting outdoor scenes in the mountains." Zheng Zhihua waved her hand, feeling that the hotel arranged for her by the crew was too good, even so good that she was not used to it.

In the film and television industry, the hotels arranged by the crew for actors have different specifications.

Fang Xing told the assistant director in charge of actors' accommodation from the beginning to arrange the best hotel for Zheng Zhihua.

After the pleasantries, Fang Xing got down to the topic: "Teacher, have you read the script?"

It's normal for people to have presbyopia at this age, so you don't necessarily have to read the script.

Fang Xing had already decided that if she didn't read the script, he would tell the scene on the spot.

For an old artist like Zheng Zhihua, he can also perform well while speaking on the spot.

Besides, the Empress Dowager doesn’t have many scenes and doesn’t have many lines.

Although there are not many lines, each line contains a lot of information. If you are not an old artist like Zheng Zhihua, it will be difficult to perform effectively.

Zheng Zhihua nodded and replied: "I have read it. I can read the script with reading glasses, and my granddaughter also read the script to me. Don't worry, Director Fang."

"No, no, no, just call me Xiao Fang." Fang Xing did not dare to receive such a formal title from an old artist.

"It's all trivial, let's not stick to trivial matters." Zheng Zhihua waved his hand, very kindly.

"Teacher Zheng, today is the first scene of the filming. Let's get off to a good start, so why don't we talk a little bit about the scene?" Fang Xing said.

"You tell me, I'll listen." Zheng Zhihua nodded.

Fang Xing told teacher Zheng Zhihua his ideas for shooting today's first scene.

After the lecture, the costume team came over to change teacher Zheng Zhihua’s clothes.

Fang Xing went to the palace where the scenery was set and prepared to start filming.

Zhang Yigao and several deputy directors and cameramen have already arranged the camera positions.

After Teacher Zheng Zhihua changed into the clothes of the Empress Dowager, she sat behind the desk in the palace.

Fang Xing had also finished putting on makeup and put on a long gown.

After waiting for the recorder to call the table, Fang Xing took Fei Liu and stepped forward to see the Empress Dowager.

As soon as Teacher Zheng Zhihua saw "Mei Changsu" played by Fang Xing, his face lit up with joy. He stretched out his hand to wave and called: "Xiao Shu, come here, come to Grandma."

As soon as these words came out, everyone else present looked slightly surprised.

However, there are many things worth studying in this title.

Because now the character played by Fang Xing has three identities. The first identity is "Lin Shu", but "Lin Shu" "died" in Meiling twelve years ago.

The second identity is "Mei Changsu", the leader of Jiangzuo Alliance.

The third identity is "Su Zhe". He came to the capital of Daliang under the pseudonym "Su Zhe" for convenience.

Therefore, the Empress Dowager's "Xiao Shu" can also be understood as "Xiao Su".

There was no expression change on Fang Xing's face, because his current identity was "Mei Changsu" and he could not be known to be "Lin Shu", Marshal Chiyan.

However, Fang Xing still showed a hint of touch in his eyes, and then he stepped forward to salute.

Teacher Zheng Zhihua held Fang Xing's hand, and the love in his eyes overflowed: "Xiao Shu, you have lost weight."

Fang Xing's face was moved again, but he tried his best to hide it.

Because in the play, the identity of "Lin Shu" cannot be exposed, otherwise he will be killed.

At this moment.

"Concubine Yue" joked a few words from the side.

The Queen Mother, played by Zheng Zhihua, did not go to see the "Yue Guifei". She picked up a snack and handed it to Fang Xing: "Xiao Shu, eat it, this is your favorite food."

And this snack is actually "Lin Shu's" favorite.

After taking the first shot, Fang Xing was completely shocked by the performance of the old artist in front of him.

For a moment just now, Fang Xing really thought that the old lady in front of him really loved him, and that love was reflected in his eyes.

Fang Xing was even suppressed by this performance for a moment.

That's what acting is like. When an actor's performance ability is too strong, he will indeed suppress other actors.

This is also the case when many popular celebrities star in TV dramas, and the director requires the veteran actors to restrain their acting skills.

Because veteran actors with strong acting skills can really suppress popular stars into having no sense of existence when they are acting.

However, popular celebrities are basically the leading actors in TV series.

If the main actor is suppressed and has no sense of existence, then the show will basically be over.

Therefore, many directors will take the initiative to ask talented actors to be a little more relaxed when playing opposite popular stars.

Fang Xing is also a character who has touched the ceiling of musicals. His acting skills are not bad, but at that moment, he was actually affected by teacher Zheng Zhihua's performance.

So much so that just before Zhang Yi shouted "Ka", an imperceptible glint flashed in his eyes.

"Teacher Zheng is so awesome."

After finishing this shot, Fang Xing applauded and praised.

"When I watched your TV series, I thought you were very good. I just showed my true skills and you were able to catch them. It was really comfortable to film like this." Zheng Zhihua was also very happy.

One of the reasons why she was willing to take on "Nirvana in Fire" was that she had watched "Kurst" and "The Pretender" and thought it would be fun to play opposite Fang Xing.

Old artists like Zheng Zhihua no longer need to take roles for the sake of taking roles.

If the director of a production crew asks her to restrain her acting skills when performing, then the play will not be interesting.

In the first scene, Zheng Zhihua acted freely and let out everything in his mind about what the scene was about to show.

Originally, she was not sure whether Fang Xing could catch it, but after the performance, she was surprised to find that not only could Fang Xing catch it, but his micro-expression during the scene even gave her a lot of surprises.

"I'm going to check the monitor. The teacher will take a rest first."

Fang Xing was not sure whether the shot he just took would work, because in the last shot, he was actually emotionally touched by Teacher Zheng Zhihua, and the emotions shown were more than expected.

Walking to the monitor, Fang Xing and Zhang Yigao watched the replay of the video together.

In the last shot, there was indeed a glint in Fang Xing's eyes. This release of emotion was not part of the initial plan.

Because in this scene, the protagonist must hide the identity of "Lin Shu", otherwise he will be killed.

Therefore, when meeting your great-grandmother, you cannot show your "Lin Shu" emotions.

After watching the replay, Fang Xing hesitated.

Because after watching this episode, the final emotional release was not very abrupt.

In this scene, teacher Zheng Zhihua showed love and affection, making people feel a strong sense of family affection. At this time, it is reasonable for the protagonist to show some emotion.

"This emotion was not in my initial thoughts." Fang Xing pointed to the monitor and discussed with Zhang Yigao.

Zhang Yigao had a different opinion and said: "I think the emotional release here is very good. Performances are meant to be performed on the spot. When the emotions arrive, it is right to have emotional feedback."

Fang Xing frowned and said, "But Mei Changsu has twelve years of revenge to avenge, so his heart should be tough."

Zhang Yigao shook his head: "No matter how tough a person is, he still needs to have a shining point of humanity. I suggest keeping this period of emotional release."

Fang Xing didn't object. He thought about it and said, "You can keep this one for now. Let's take another one and think about it later when we cut it."

Originally, when filming a film or television drama, a lot of material would be shot to show various performance possibilities, and then choices would be made during the final editing.

"It's okay." Zhang Yigao agreed.

So, the recorder made another decision, and another scene was filmed for the first scene.

Both are perfect, the difference is that in the first one Fang Xing releases more emotions, while in the second one he behaves calmer and more like a son of revenge.

When editing later, you don’t have to choose one of them. You can mix the two to achieve the final desired effect.

Since this is the first scene, if you get used to it for a longer time, different sparks may emerge.

So, another shot was taken.

After filming the three strips, Fang Xing and Zhang Yigao watched the original three strips again and thought they were all very good.

If it were the standard of an ancient puppet show, there would be no need to shoot the third shot, or even the first shot would be passed directly.

The reason why Fang Xing and Zhang Yigao wanted to shoot three films was because they wanted to keep improving.

After watching the three original films, Fang Xing stood up and clapped his hands: "The first scene was shot very well. Let's take a half-hour break and prepare for the transition."

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Because the crew of Ark Culture is very mature.

The actors hired all had good acting skills, so the filming process went very smoothly.

After the first day of filming, Fang Xing personally arranged a nanny car to take Teacher Zheng Zhihua back to the hotel.

"Teacher Zheng, your scene will be filmed for about four or five days. If you feel tired, be sure to tell us and we will make adjustments." Fang Xing said with concern as he sent her to the nanny van.

"I'm not tired. I'm just sitting here talking. What can I get tired of?" Zheng Zhihua was very energetic and didn't feel tired at all.

Since the crew prioritized the filming of teacher Zheng Zhihua's scenes, the filming plot was very jumpy.

After all, the Empress Dowager played by teacher Zheng Zhihua does not appear many times, and each appearance is separated by several episodes.

Therefore, there is no continuity between the scenes shot tomorrow and the scenes shot today.

However, this situation is normal in the film and television industry.

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Not long after "Nirvana in Fire" was launched, "Warm Spring Night in Lotus Tent" was also launched.

Since Wang Kai did not accept the role of "Langya Bang", he could not play the second male lead in "A Warm Spring Night in the Furong Tent".

Therefore, Pengcheng Capital found another popular actor to play the second male lead.

This popular celebrity is named Ma Hongcheng, and he is a member of the new generation boy group of entertainment giant Shengqi Entertainment.

Shengqi Entertainment ranks among the top three entertainment companies in the artist management category.

When it comes to the most successful boy groups in China, INX is definitely on the list.

The idol groups promoted by Shengqi Entertainment are not limited to singing and dancing, but have all-round development in film, television, singing, variety shows, and fashion.

Shengqi Entertainment is also the most successful company in operating idol groups in multiple fields.

INX is a 9-member group. There are movie stars and variety show stars in the group, and they have also achieved good results in TV series and fashion.

Among them, the movie star in INX is Mr. 5 Billion Jia Haochen.

Shengqi Entertainment has even promoted Jia Haochen as "the youngest actor in the future".

This time, Chen Wenhan hooked up with Shengqi Entertainment and invited Shengqi Entertainment’s popular celebrity to star in the second male lead in "A Warm Spring Night in the Furong Tent".

However, it was not Jia Haochen who was invited.

Because Jia Haochen is now Mr. 5 billion that Shengqi Entertainment highly recommends, it is impossible for him to lower his status to make a TV series. Even if he makes a TV series, he will not be able to play the second male lead.

Therefore, the traffic meat recommended by Shengqi Entertainment to Chen Wenhan is Ma Hongcheng of the second generation of INX.

Shengqi Entertainment already has a mature model for operating idol groups.

Ma Hongcheng followed Jia Haochen's route.

However, he needs to film a few TV series first to hone his acting skills before moving on to the big screen.

Chen Wenhan contacted Shengqi Entertainment and signed a package contract.

Ma Hongcheng has already acted in two very popular ancient puppets, so he is already very popular in the ancient puppet circle.

Shengqi Entertainment asked him to play the second male lead in "Furong" and then hired Sun Xinru, a member of the Shengqi girl group, to play the third female lead.

Ma Hongcheng's salary is 15 million, and Sun Xinru's salary is 5 million.

The two people add up to 20 million.

However, Chen Wenhan did not have to pay this salary because Shengqi Entertainment brought money into the group and invested 20 million.

And this 20 million is used to pay the salaries of Ma Hongcheng and Sun Xinru.

It is equivalent to Shengqi Entertainment sending two artists and using their remuneration as investment.

Since this plan can increase the investment in "Warm Spring Evening in the Lotus Tent", when negotiating, there is a slight premium for the artists' remuneration of Shengqi Entertainment.

In short, this investment does not cost Shengqi Entertainment a penny.