Entertainment from Divorce

The cheers in the lobby of Brilliant Entertainment continued. Tan Yue gripped the microphone slightly, his gaze sweeping over every excited face below the stage.

Zheng Tong from the film department was recording with his phone, the camera pointed at the stage, and he couldn't stop smiling.

Xu Nuo and her colleagues from the program department huddled together, quietly discussing their upcoming international collaboration plans.

The young employees in the artist management department high-fived each other, their eyes filled with anticipation for the future.

These vibrant images warmed Tan Yue's heart. He cleared his throat and continued, "The administrative staff skipped lunch to set up the venue for today's celebration; the finance staff often worked late into the night to accommodate budget adjustments for overseas projects… and many other colleagues, though not in the spotlight, have contributed to the company's progress with every effort. Now, we've earned the title of 'World's Second-Rate Entertainment Company,' which is not only an honor for the company but also a source of pride for every one of us at Brilliant!"

As soon as he finished speaking, thunderous applause erupted from the audience. Some people shouted "Go for it!" excitedly, while others raised their phones, turned on their flashlights, and swayed them gently in rhythm with the applause. The scattered lights, like stars, illuminated the entire hall.

Chen Tzu-yu stood on the side of the stage, looking at the scene before her, her eyes slightly warm.
From the initial struggles at the company's inception to its current status as an internationally recognized entertainment company, the journey has been incredibly difficult, and these energetic employees are the company's most valuable asset.

The celebration officially ended at 6:30 p.m., and the employees left one after another with commemorative coins and shopping cards on their faces.

Tan Yue and Chen Ziyu stayed in the lobby, watching the staff tidy up the venue.

Zheng Tong walked over, holding a newly printed press release, and said excitedly, "President Tan, President Chen, look! Several mainstream media outlets in China have already reported on our company's promotion to the world's second-class level. The China Film News even wrote a special commentary, saying that we are 'a benchmark for the internationalization of Chinese cultural and entertainment enterprises'!"

Tan Yue took the press release and quickly skimmed through it.

The headline of the Chinese Film News was particularly eye-catching: "From Regional Top to World Second-Tier: The Rise of Brilliant Entertainment, Witnessing the New Power of Chinese Culture and Entertainment."

The commentary stated: "Brilliant Entertainment's rapid growth has not only shattered the stereotype in overseas markets that 'Chinese entertainment = low-cost production,' but also proven that Chinese entertainment companies are capable of competing with established entertainment companies on the international stage. The global success of 'Interstellar' and its in-depth cooperation with international streaming platforms have provided the industry with a 'model of internationalization' that can be learned from. In the future, we look forward to more Chinese entertainment companies going global like Brilliant Entertainment, showcasing the charm of Chinese culture."

The adjacent "Entertainment Weekly" focused on the company's development history, detailing its transformation from online short dramas to international blockbuster productions, and also quoted Tan Yue's previous remarks in an interview.

"The core of cultural and entertainment creation is 'telling good stories,' and good stories have no borders. What we need to do is tell the stories of China and convey China's cultural values ​​in a language that the world can understand."

"That's great! These reports will not only enhance the company's visibility but also bring more confidence to the industry," Chen Ziyu said with a smile. She took out her phone and opened Weibo, where she found that the topic "Brilliant Entertainment rises to second-tier status in the world" had already topped the trending list, with over 5 million views and more than 200 million discussions.

She clicked on the topic, which was full of heated discussions among netizens:

"Wow! Brilliant Entertainment is amazing! When I watched Interstellar before, I thought the production quality was on par with Hollywood, and now it has finally gained international recognition!"

"As a long-time fan of Brilliant Entertainment, I'm so proud! Watching the company grow from a small studio to a second-tier entertainment company in the world feels like watching my own child grow up!"

"I hope Brilliant Entertainment can continue to work hard, produce more great works like 'Interstellar,' and cultivate more talented newcomers, so that China's cultural and entertainment industry can become stronger and stronger!"

"I was worried before that Chinese science fiction films would have a hard time going abroad, but now it seems I was overthinking it. Brilliant Entertainment has set a good example for the industry, and I look forward to seeing more Chinese films released globally in the future!"

"Has anyone noticed that the artists under Brilliant Entertainment have never had any negative news, and they are all very talented, unlike some companies that only rely on hype and popularity? The success of such a company is truly well-deserved!"

Many netizens are also looking forward to the company's future works.

"When will 'Time Tick' be released?" some people are asking, "When can we see a space-themed documentary?"

Some netizens even suggested that "Brilliant Entertainment should collaborate with outstanding foreign directors to make a film with a transnational theme."

Chen Ziyu handed the phone to Tan Yue and said with a smile, "Look, netizens are paying a lot of attention to our company. We can't let everyone down."

Tan Yue nodded, his heart filled with emotion.

Meanwhile, Ye Wen was at home watching the news on her computer. On the screen was The Hollywood Reporter's report on Brilliant Entertainment, with the headline "Rise of a New Force in Asian Entertainment: China's Brilliant Entertainment Joins the World's Second Tier, Challenging the Traditional Entertainment Landscape".

As the director of the State Administration of Culture, she has always paid close attention to the international development of the cultural and entertainment industry, and the rapid rise of Brilliant Entertainment has given her new hope for China's cultural and entertainment industry.

Ye Wen picked up her phone and dialed Tan Yue's number, her tone full of satisfaction: "President Tan, congratulations! I just saw the news that Brilliant Entertainment has been promoted to the world's second-tier level. It's truly inspiring! This is not only an honor for your company, but also a source of pride for the entire Chinese entertainment industry!"

"Thank you, Director Ye. This wouldn't have been possible without your support," Tan Yue said with a smile. "You previously suggested that we strengthen our cooperation with overseas distribution channels, and we've been working on it. This successful promotion is also thanks to our in-depth cooperation with international platforms."

"Your execution has always been very strong, which is what I admire most about you," Ye Wen said. "The international market is paying more and more attention to Chinese-language entertainment, and you must seize this opportunity to continue to improve the quality of your works and expand into the international market. I believe that with your strength, you will definitely be able to join the ranks of world-class entertainment companies in the future and become a 'calling card' for Chinese-language entertainment to go global."

"We will continue to work hard and hope to make more contributions to the industry, helping more Chinese cultural and entertainment companies go international," said Tan Yue.

After hanging up the phone, Ye Wen looked back at the computer screen, her heart filled with anticipation.

She knew that China's cultural and entertainment industry had long faced the problem of "difficulty in going global".

Either the work's style is too localized and difficult for overseas audiences to understand, or the distribution channels are limited and cannot reach more overseas audiences.

The success of Brilliant Entertainment has precisely solved these two core problems.

"If there were more companies like Brilliant Entertainment, the internationalization of China's cultural and entertainment industry would definitely accelerate," Ye Wen murmured to herself, opening a document and beginning to write "Suggestions for the International Development of Chinese Cultural and Entertainment Enterprises." Foreign media also paid close attention to Brilliant Entertainment's advancement.

The Hollywood Reporter not only provided a detailed account of the company's development but also analyzed the key factors behind its success.

"Brilliant Entertainment's core competitiveness lies in its precise positioning and efficient execution. In terms of content, it retains the characteristics of Chinese culture while also taking into account the aesthetic needs of international audiences."

"In terms of operations, we respond quickly to market changes and adjust our development strategies in a timely manner. For example, after the release of Interstellar, based on feedback from overseas audiences, we quickly launched multilingual versions of documentaries and merchandise, further expanding the influence of the IP."

On overseas social media platforms, many netizens have also begun to pay attention to this entertainment company from China.

Someone commented on Twitter: "I watched Interstellar a while ago, and it was truly amazing! The special effects and the plot were fantastic. I only just found out that the production company is Brilliant Entertainment. I look forward to their future works!"

Overseas film bloggers also created a video titled "A Roundup of Brilliant Entertainment Works," which detailed works such as "Titanic" and "The Truman Show," and the video has been viewed over 100 million times.

Many overseas artists have even proactively expressed their willingness to collaborate through social media.

A British singer tweeted at Brilliant Entertainment, writing: "I love Chinese music and culture and hope to have the opportunity to collaborate with Brilliant Entertainment to release a bilingual single that blends musical elements from different cultures."

This overseas attention further solidified Tan Yue and Chen Ziyu's commitment to "internationalization" as their development direction.

On Tuesday morning, the company held a senior management meeting to discuss how to seize the current opportunities and further expand into overseas markets.

Tan Yue said, "The international market is paying a lot of attention to us now, which is a rare opportunity. We need to speed up the preparation of our overseas offices and strive to complete the establishment of the Hollywood office by the end of this year. At the same time, we need to strengthen cooperation with overseas creative talents, invite well-known screenwriters and directors to join our projects, and enhance the international competitiveness of our works."

Chen Ziyu added, "The artist management department needs to accelerate the implementation of the 'International Artist Training Program,' selecting promising newcomers to send overseas for training. At the same time, we should actively connect with overseas agencies to secure more international exposure opportunities for our artists. In addition, we need to strengthen the operation of overseas social media, using short videos, live broadcasts, and other formats to let more overseas audiences know about our works and artists, laying the foundation for future overseas distribution."

The heads of each department nodded and took the initiative to accept the work assignments.

The film division plans to launch a multinational co-production science fiction film next year, inviting a well-known Hollywood director to co-direct.

The music division is in talks with overseas record companies, planning to promote the company's artists' music on global streaming platforms.

The new media department has established a dedicated "overseas operations team" to be responsible for content updates and fan interaction on overseas social media platforms.

On Wednesday afternoon, Tan Yue received a call from Ye Wen, inviting him to attend the "International Development Forum of Chinese Cultural and Entertainment Enterprises" to be held next week, where he could share Brilliant Entertainment's internationalization experience as a guest.

Tan Yue readily agreed, knowing that this was not only an endorsement of the company, but also a great opportunity to share experience with the industry and promote its common development.

After hanging up the phone, Tan Yue walked to the window and looked at the bustling traffic below, feeling a mix of emotions.

Since the company's inception, he and Chen Ziyu have led their team to overcome countless difficulties, taking steady and firm steps from the domestic market to the global stage.

Now, although the company has risen to become a second-tier entertainment company in the world, he knows that this is only a new beginning.

Although there is still a long way to go compared to world-class entertainment companies, there is still a long road ahead.

Chen Ziyu walked over with a cup of tea, handed it to Tan Yue, and said with a smile, "What are you thinking about? Are you worried about the work ahead?"

Tan Yue took the tea, took a sip, and said with a smile, "I'm a little worried, but more than that, I'm looking forward to it. Now the company has a better platform, so many excellent employees, and the support of the industry and the audience. I believe that as long as we continue to work hard, we will definitely achieve our goal of 'becoming a world-class entertainment company'."

“I believe in you, and I believe in our team.” Chen Ziyu leaned against the window, looking at the TV tower in the distance. “Actually, no matter how far we go in the future, as long as we always remember our original intention of ‘making content with our hearts,’ we will not lose our way. Just like you said before, good stories have no borders. As long as we can make works that touch people’s hearts, we will definitely be able to stand firm on the international stage.”

Tan Yue nodded, took Chen Ziyu's hand, and felt a surge of warmth in his heart.

The setting sun streamed through the window, casting a golden glow on their figures.

He knew that there might still be challenges ahead, but as long as they worked together and the team worked hard, there were no difficulties they couldn't overcome.

And the story of Brilliant Entertainment will continue to write new chapters on the road to "internationalization".

On Friday evening, Tan Yue and Chen Ziyu were preparing dinner at home when a news report about the "internationalization of China's cultural and entertainment industry" was broadcast on TV. The reporter interviewed several industry experts, all of whom mentioned the case of Brilliant Entertainment.

“Now our company has become a ‘role model’ in the industry, and the pressure is even greater,” Chen Ziyu said with a smile, handing Tan Yue a bunch of green vegetables.

“Pressure can also be a driving force.” Tan Yue took the vegetables and washed them carefully. “What we need to do is turn pressure into creative motivation, make more good works, and live up to the expectations of the industry and the audience. By the way, Lin Qingye just sent a message saying that the filming of ‘Time Tick-Tock’ is a week ahead of schedule and is expected to wrap up next month. After post-production is completed, we plan to release it in China first and then promote it to overseas markets through Twitter.”

“That’s great! The subject matter of this film is very relevant to reality, and overseas audiences should like it too,” Chen Ziyu said. “When the film is released, we can hold a few premieres overseas and invite local media and audiences to participate, further enhancing the film’s international influence.”

"That's a good idea. The distribution department can plan it out properly," Tan Yue said.

After dinner was ready, the two sat at the table, watching the news report about the company on TV, feeling a sense of satisfaction. (End of Chapter)