Entertainment from Divorce

As soon as he finished speaking, enthusiastic and sustained applause erupted in the conference room. Media reporters pressed their shutters one after another, and flashes went off continuously, recording this important historical moment.

Tan Yue and Lu Chuan stood up simultaneously, gave a slight nod to Ye Wen and the media present, their faces bearing calm and composed smiles, without the slightest hint of arrogance.

As the applause subsided, Ye Wen continued, "In order to encourage more film and television companies and directors to focus on their creative work, abandon the superficiality of chasing trends, and create more high-quality works that can reach the world and spread Chinese culture, the State Administration of Culture, after discussion, has specially established the 'Best Publicity Award'."

"This award is specifically given to film and television works that have achieved outstanding results in overseas markets, effectively promoted Chinese culture, and demonstrated the strength of Chinese film and television. In the future, it will be awarded annually and become a regular industry award. The purpose is to ensure that teams that are dedicated to creating content and persist in going global receive the recognition, honor and support they deserve."

"And the first 'Best Promotion Award' is well-deserved for 'The Three-Body Problem'!"

As Ye Wen finished speaking, thunderous applause erupted once again, even more enthusiastic and lasting than before.

Tan Yue gently nudged Lu Chuan beside him, gesturing with his eyes for him to go on stage to receive the award.

Lu Chuan was slightly taken aback at first, but then he instantly understood Tan Yue's good intentions. His heart was filled with burning gratitude, and his eyes welled up with tears.

He straightened his collar and walked steadily onto the stage, his posture upright and firm.

Ye Wen personally handed Lu Chuan the gold-embossed certificate of honor and the crystal-like trophy. The transparent trophy...

The five characters "Best Publicity Award" shine brightly, carrying a weighty honor and the industry's expectations.

Ye Wen looked at Lu Chuan and said in a gentle and encouraging tone, "Director Lu, keep up the good work. The State Administration of Culture and the industry are looking forward to you making more great works."

"Thank you for your recognition, Director Ye; thank you for your guidance, President Tan; and thank you to the entire crew for fighting side by side." Lu Chuan accepted the trophy and certificate, his palms slightly warm, his tone sincere and excited. He bowed deeply to the audience, his face full of unconcealed pride and emotion.

The camera lens was precisely aimed at the podium, capturing this glorious moment.

The interview session then moved to a group discussion with the media, where reporters raised their hands to ask questions. The questions revolved around the creative process of "The Three-Body Problem," plans for future science fiction works, and views on the export of Chinese films and television series.

Tan Yue and Lu Chuan responded calmly and sincerely, sharing the difficulties and breakthroughs during the filming process, and expressing their determination to continue to create high-quality works and promote Chinese culture to the world. Their words were free of empty rhetoric and won unanimous approval from the media reporters.

The entire awards ceremony was simple yet solemn, lasting less than an hour and concluding perfectly. There were no unnecessary steps, and every minute exuded solemnity.

After the ceremony, media reporters left one after another, and Tan Yue, along with Lu Chuan, shook hands with Ye Wen again to say goodbye.

"President Tan, the success of 'The Three-Body Problem' is significant far beyond the popularity of a single work; it's a major milestone in the internationalization of Chinese culture. If the company needs any resources from the State Administration of Culture for coordination or collaboration, please don't hesitate to ask; we will fully support you." Ye Wen held Tan Yue's hand, her tone earnest and solemn.

"We hope that Brilliant Entertainment can continue its efforts, produce more excellent works, cultivate more outstanding young directors like Lu Chuan, and carry the banner of Chinese films going global."

"Thank you for your support and kindness, Director Ye. We will certainly live up to your expectations, stay true to our original aspirations, and continue to work hard." Tan Yue responded respectfully, his tone firm. He then turned and left with Lu Chuan, returning to Brilliant Entertainment by car.

Inside the carriage, Lu Chuan held the trophy tightly, his fingertips repeatedly stroking the smooth surface of the cup, still unable to hide his excitement, his eyes filled with gratitude as he looked at Tan Yue.

"Mr. Tan, thank you. If you hadn't let me go on stage, I wouldn't have dared to dream of this honor, and I would never have had the chance to stand in front of the stage."

"You are the director of 'The Three-Body Problem,' and this honor is largely due to your efforts. There's no need to be so polite," Tan Yue said with a smile, his tone calm.

"Moreover, Brilliant Entertainment needs to let the industry know that we can not only create hit works, but also cultivate top creative talents. You have a long way to go, this is just the beginning, so keep up the good work."

Lu Chuan nodded emphatically, his gratitude turning into boundless enthusiasm.

He knew that this trophy was an honor, but even more so a responsibility. There were many more challenges waiting for him in the future, and he would never let down President Tan's trust.

The following day, reports from major authoritative media outlets and entertainment self-media flooded the internet, instantly dominating the headlines and trending topics in the entertainment sector, with related topics flooding various social media platforms.

The State Administration of Culture established a Best Publicity Award, and "The Three-Body Problem" won the first honor!

"The Three-Body Problem Receives Official Approval, Marking a Milestone in Chinese Film and Television's Overseas Expansion!"

Emerging director Lu Chuan accepts award on stage; Brilliant Entertainment's dedication to crafting high-quality works and nurturing talent.

Official stance sets new industry trend! Encouraging overseas expansion of film and television, "The Three-Body Problem" becomes a benchmark...

The headlines were eye-catching, and authoritative media provided a detailed account of the entire awards ceremony, offering in-depth analysis of the industry significance of the "Best Publicity Award." Coupled with high-definition photos of Tan Yue and Lu Chuan receiving the award, the event instantly gained popularity, with readership exceeding 100 million within half an hour.

The news spread online and immediately sparked heated discussions across the internet. Netizens left comments and forwarded the message, praising the award and saying that it was "very meaningful."

On major social media platforms, related topics quickly rose to the top of the trending search list.

The comments section was filled with voices of approval and pride.

"This award is so timely! We should give strong encouragement to works that are dedicated to promoting Chinese culture overseas. The Three-Body Problem truly deserves this award!"

"Officially recognized glory, The Three-Body Problem has truly brought honor to Chinese film and television. We are so proud!"

"The Best Promotion Award is fantastic! I hope more great works will be willing to go overseas in the future. I'm really looking forward to it!"

"Director Lu Chuan is too low-key. He is talented and humble. He is a promising young director!"

"Tan Yue is truly amazing. He not only has an eye for creating quality works, but also a broad vision for nurturing new talent. Brilliant Entertainment is so reliable."

"This award isn't just for 'The Three-Body Problem,' but for all filmmakers who insist on creating high-quality works. It's a significant achievement in completely reversing the industry's chaotic state." Netizens are not only proud of "The Three-Body Problem," but also eagerly anticipate this newly established award.

Many expressed that this will force the industry to abandon its superficiality and return to the content itself, thus propelling Chinese film and television towards a higher quality and more international development stage.

Many netizens have even started keeping an eye on various companies, hoping to see more high-quality products going global.

At the same time, this major report quickly spread throughout the Chinese film and television industry, attracting great attention from major entertainment companies. Whether they were established giants or emerging studios, they all followed up with their interpretations immediately, causing quite a stir in the industry.

As a long-established, top-tier entertainment company that has been rooted in China for many years and has consistently ranked among the top tier, Guangmei Entertainment was once a benchmark enterprise in the industry, possessing high-quality resources and a large number of artists under its wing, enjoying unparalleled success in the domestic market.

However, as Brilliant Entertainment broke through all obstacles under Tan Yue's leadership, it has long since transcended the circle of domestic capital competition and grown into a film and television company with a renowned reputation internationally.

The two sides are no longer on the same level in terms of size, structure, and influence; the gap is like an insurmountable chasm.

As the joint leaders of Guangmei Entertainment, Yang Guang and Wang Meili understood this point very well. As early as when "The Three-Body Problem" was trending overseas and Brilliant Entertainment was gaining fame, they completely gave up the idea of ​​competing with it.

They knew perfectly well that with the current layout and strength of Guangzhou Academy of Fine Arts, they had no capital or ability to compete with the current Brilliant Academy. Their so-called competition was nothing but overestimating their own strength.

Therefore, the couple's current mindset is no longer one of confrontation, resentment, or jealousy. Instead, they are filled with awe and a desire to learn from others, single-mindedly aiming to emulate Brilliant Entertainment and adjust their company's strategy in line with industry trends.

At this moment, the atmosphere in the president's office of Guangmei Entertainment was not at all heavy or oppressive, but rather exuded a sense of urgency and pragmatism.

Yang Guang and Wang Meili sat side by side at their desks, staring at the news of "The Three-Body Problem" winning an award on their computer screens. They repeatedly browsed the details of the report and the interpretation of the award. There was no resentment in their eyes, only solemnity and importance, and even a hint of sincerity in learning from the benchmark.

Now that the State Administration of Culture has personally awarded "The Three-Body Problem" and even set up a special award for it, it is equivalent to giving Brilliant Entertainment an officially certified label, which has made them feel a huge impact and sense of crisis.

"This Best Publicity Award carries immense weight. It's a new rule set by the authorities for the industry, and a crowning honor for the illustrious official body." Yang Guang lightly tapped the trophy photo on the screen, his tone full of agreement, without a trace of dissatisfaction.

“Now, Brilliant is an international company, while our Guangmei is a long-established domestic enterprise. We are not even in the same industry.”

“In the past, we were thinking about competing for resources and grabbing market share. Now it seems that we are lucky if we can follow the footsteps of Brilliant, understand the direction of official support, and maintain our market position.”

Wang Meili also put away her usual sharpness. Looking at the picture of Lu Chuan receiving the award in the report, her tone became much calmer: "Tan Yue's vision and perspective are indeed beyond our reach. Not only did he create a world-class work like 'The Three-Body Problem,' but he was also willing to promote new talents and build a good reputation. No wonder Brilliant has reached such a height today."

"Once this award is established, the entire industry will have to shift its focus. We can no longer cling to traffic and make quick money. We must learn from Brilliant, concentrate on creating high-quality products, and expand overseas. Otherwise, we will be eliminated by the market sooner or later."

Yang Guang nodded in agreement, but his sigh was not one of helplessness, but rather one of sudden enlightenment: "In the past, we thought that going overseas was costly and risky, so we didn't dare to try it easily. Now that Brilliant has paved the way and the government has given us policy encouragement, we can't go wrong by following their lead and doing the same thing."

“It’s not just us; companies across the industry now have to take Brilliant as a benchmark. Whether it’s a long-established giant or a new studio, no one will compete with Brilliant anymore. They are all thinking about learning from their experience and adjusting their direction. This is the most pragmatic approach.”

The couple exchanged a glance, and their previous anxiety transformed into a clear direction for action. They immediately decided to convene a high-level meeting to completely overturn their previous strategy of prioritizing traffic over content, fully benchmark against Brilliant Entertainment, and incorporate high-quality creation, cultural export, and talent development into the company's core plan, steadily striving to emulate the industry benchmark.

Such scenes are constantly playing out in entertainment companies of all sizes across China.

Whether it's established giants like Guangzhou Academy of Fine Arts and Tianjing Film Studio, or newly established film and television studios, they all paid close attention to the news of "The Three-Body Problem" winning the award and organized teams to study the selection criteria for the "Best Publicity Award".

An internal high-level meeting was held overnight to urgently adjust the company's strategic plan for the next three to five years. They all incorporated high-quality creation, film and television export, and cultural dissemination into their core development goals, and even began poaching science fiction creative talents.

For a time, the entire film and television industry was swept up in a wave of change because of this award. The impetuous and profit-driven atmosphere was severely suppressed, and the atmosphere of focusing on creating content became stronger and stronger.

Tan Yue and Brilliant Entertainment, thanks to the honor of "The Three-Body Problem", have stood at the forefront of the industry and become the target of all companies to follow and learn from.

Tan Yue sat in the president's office, observing the various trends in the industry, holding a cup of hot tea in his hand, feeling both understanding and calm.

He knew that a new era for Chinese film and television had quietly arrived, and that Brilliant Entertainment would surely stay true to its original aspirations, move forward steadily, and continue to lead the way for Chinese film and television to go global in this transformation.

The excitement of receiving the award from the State Administration of Culture has not yet subsided, and everyone at Brilliant Entertainment is still basking in the exhilaration brought by the honor.

The company's daily operations were not affected at all; on the contrary, because of this recognition, everyone's enthusiasm for work was even greater.

After returning to the company, Tan Yue declined several in-depth interview invitations from the media and turned down several industry dinners, devoting his time to sorting out internal affairs.

He sat in his spacious CEO office, with the bustling city street scene outside the floor-to-ceiling windows. Sunlight streamed through the glass, falling on the stacks of documents on the desk and on the gold-embossed report on the overseas broadcast data of "The Three-Body Problem".

Tan Yue lightly traced the numbers on the report with his fingertips, from domestic viewership exceeding 3 to global viewership exceeding 10 billion, from an average overseas reputation score of 9.2 to the Best Publicity Award awarded by the State Administration of Culture.

Behind every achievement is not his own merit, but the result of countless people's dedication and silent contributions day and night.

Previously, when the series concluded in China, Brilliant Entertainment had already held a celebration banquet to reward the core members of the production team. However, at that time, "The Three-Body Problem" had not yet achieved widespread popularity overseas, nor had it won any major official awards.

Today, "The Three-Body Problem" has not only gained international fame, but has also been recognized by the State Administration of Culture. This weighty honor should be shared with everyone involved.

Whether they are the glamorous actors on stage or the unsung heroes behind the scenes, whether they are the core creative team or the public relations personnel responsible for monitoring public opinion, they are all contributors to the success of "The Three-Body Problem" and deserve a solemn celebration and a substantial reward.

Having made up his mind, Tan Yue picked up the internal phone on the table, dialed the number for his special assistant's office, and calmly instructed, "Xiao Ye, come to my office. I have something to arrange."

Just two minutes later, there was a gentle knock on the office door, and Chen Ye walked in with brisk steps, holding a notebook and a pen in his hand, his face showing a professional and focused expression.

"Mr. Tan, you wanted to see me." (End of Chapter)