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After the filming of [John Wick 4] was finished, Gu Wei did not stay in the United States for long, and he returned to China after the wrap party.

".[Go Where the Wind Is] just started filming two days ago, and is currently filming the scenes related to Ms. Liu Yifei
"The Wind Chaser" will be online in more than a week. CCTV released the trailer very early, and Tencent and iQiyi have also invested a lot of publicity resources in this drama."

The first round of broadcasting rights for [Storm Chasers] was given to CCTV, and the second round was sold to several provincial satellite TV stations.

When the online copyright negotiations began, iQiyi offered the best conditions, but Tencent was unwilling to give up. Finally, after negotiation and compromise, it was decided that the two platforms would broadcast the content simultaneously.

“.Mr. Long from [Wajijiwa] sent you an invitation.

A variety show they collaborated with Tencent Video just resumed broadcasting a few days ago, and Ms. Long recorded the first episode as a guest. She hopes that if it is convenient for you, the boss, you can also go and participate in one episode."

After Yang Dan finished speaking, Gu Wei put down the script of "Go Where the Wind Is" that he was reading and asked, "What variety show?"

"【Mao Xue Wang】.

An indoor reality show variety show.

The hosts are Mao Buyi and Li Xueqin. The format is somewhat similar to talk shows, but relatively more relaxed and casual.

This variety show started airing on Tencent at the end of last year and was suspended for three months after New Year’s Day.”

"That's fine. I'll have to promote the show after it's online, and being on my own variety show is like killing two birds with one stone."

"I'll reply to Mr. Long later."

The plane returned to China and landed in Qindao, and Gu Wei came to Oriental Movie Metropolis to visit the set.

The filming of "The Wandering Earth 2" has entered the final stage. Many actors have finished filming and left the crew, leaving only a few main actors with the most scenes and some supporting actors who are scheduled to be filmed at the end.

"It's rare that a busy man like you, Mr. Gu, can come visit us!"

Guo Fan teased Gu Wei the first time he met him.

"I am a producer after all, how can I not show my face from the beginning to the end of the filming?

And Director Guo, please don’t blame me. We are the same.

[Wanli Guitu] You threw it to Rao Xiaozhi and Lu Yang but you didn't care about anything. You were just a hands-off person!"

“Well, I believe in their abilities.

Director Rao's level is more than enough to handle the play, and with Lu Yang helping him, I don't need to worry about it!"

"What a coincidence! I also have 100% confidence in your ability, Director Guo!"

After Gu Wei finished speaking, the two of them looked at each other and laughed.

After chatting for a while, Gu Wei, led by Guo Fan, visited the filming location of "The Wandering Earth 2".

"how do you feel?"

After turning around, Guo Fan asked.

"There are many more sets than in the first film. I can imagine that the scenes shot will be even more grand. It seems that my money was not wasted."

"Of course. Even though the investment in the second part is much larger, it is definitely worth the money. The effect will definitely be better than the first one!"

When they walked to the actors' rest area, Wu Jing was chatting with others in his costume. When he saw Gu Wei, he was surprised, then stood up and gave him a big hug.

"Brother, why are you here?
Why didn't you tell me in advance?"

"A surprise for you"

After hugging him for a while and then letting go, Wu Jing began to introduce to Gu Wei the other actors who were filming with him.

Gu Wei greeted everyone with a smile.

"By the way, Zhang Tianai finished filming and left the crew a few days ago. And Dilraba, who you introduced, finished filming even earlier."

"I know. My company has just started filming another play, and Zhang Tianai has joined the crew."

Wu Jingzhi nodded, looking at Gu Wei and suddenly thinking of something: "Have you finished filming that Hollywood movie?"

“It just wrapped, and I just flew back from the United States.

I also want to thank Brother Jing for helping me make a cameo appearance in a play."

"Why should we be polite to each other? Besides, my cameo scenes are too few. There are only one scene and two sentences. I doubt if it can be edited into the movie."

Wu Jing's guest appearance in "John Wick 4" did not even involve joining the crew. He just filmed a phone call scene in China as required. The content was just a simple conversation between "Lin Wei" and "Leng Feng" as he played the role of "Leng Feng".

“Haha, it’s unlikely to appear in the feature film. I suggest they put it in the final Easter egg.”

"Will foreigners not understand this Easter egg?"

"Of course they don't understand. They haven't watched Wolf Warriors 2, so how can they know who you are, Brother Jing?"

"Then..." Wu Jing didn't quite understand Gu Wei's operation.

“Ahem. In fact, this Easter egg will be a special edition for China, and it will not be included in the version released in North America.

I made this mainly to link it with the next movie [Extreme Rescue].

Brother Jing, you have more shots."

Wu Jing nodded.

"What's it like filming in Hollywood? Is it different from filming in China?"

Gu Wei thought for a moment and said, "The so-called Hollywood film industrialization is well-deserved. Lionsgate is the second largest film company after the Big Six. Both the personnel and the process are very professional.

Overall, the shoot went very smoothly, and the collaboration with Keanu Reeves was quite pleasant.

He likes Kung Fu very much. If you have the chance to meet him, you will definitely become good friends."

“[The Matrix] is a real classic.

When I watched this movie back then, I was absolutely astonished by the scene where Neo dodged the bullet.

Keanu Reeves is also one of my favorite Hollywood stars,” Wu Jing said with emotion.

Gu Wei smiled and said, "No one can predict what will happen in the future. Judging from the current situation, the John Wick series will definitely continue filming. Maybe Lionsgate will ask you to cooperate with them in the next one."

"Haha, I hope so~"

"Are you going to shoot that movie you're working on with Warner Bros?"

"It's scheduled to start filming in May. After finishing filming The Wandering Earth 5, we'll join the crew to film The Meg 2. That's why I asked you how it feels to work with a Hollywood crew and what you need to pay attention to?"

Gu Wei thought for a moment and said, "I still agree with what I told you before, be more assertive, and don't compromise easily if you feel it's wrong.

This is what happened when I went out to film.

In the crew, Keanu and I have a lot of say. If we feel that a scene is not good and needs to be modified, it will always be done according to our wishes in the end.

I think very clearly that when "John Wick 4" is released in China in the future, the audience will definitely go to the cinema because of my name.

If the movie is not good, I will take the blame!"

Wu Jing listened to Gu Wei's words and nodded thoughtfully.

After staying in the crew for a while during the day, Gu Wei invited Guo Fan, Wu Jing and others to have dinner and drinks together in the evening.

"When will Mr. Gu be available?"

Guo Fan asked at the dinner party.

“This year is already full, there is definitely no time.

Several projects have been scheduled for next year, and the specific time needs to be discussed again.

Why are you asking this? Do you have a play for me?"

“We were originally planning to shoot The Wandering Earth 2 and 3 together, but later we realized that it wasn’t feasible, so we shot The Wandering Earth 2 first.

Now that the filming is almost finished, China Film Group asked me when we can start the third part.

The script is ready-made, and the scenery and other things are not much different.

The third part is the story after the "Jupiter Incident" centered on "Liu Qi"

Gu Wei was a little embarrassed: "My earliest schedule is also in the second half of next year.

Let’s prepare first, we’ll discuss the specific shooting time later.”

"That's fine." After returning to Beijing from Qindao, Gu Wei stayed in the company for two days to handle some matters, and then came to the crew of "Mao Xuewang" to record the show.

“Hello, everyone!

Xueqin, long time no see~"

The recording of [Mao Xuewang] was held in a residential area in Beijing. The venue was a normal residence. Gu Wei knocked on the door and entered the house to greet the two hosts.

What stands out about this variety show is its relaxed atmosphere. There are no other staff members in the room, only cameras placed in every corner.

When there are no outsiders around, everyone can chat freely.

In previous programs, the two hosts would invite their friends to the show, and everyone would interact and chat in a very casual and relaxed manner.

Gu Wei should be considered as Li Xueqin's friend. The two met when they were recording "Fifty Kilometers Peach Blossom Village" last year.

"Long time no see, Brother Wei!"

"Hello, Mr. Gu Wei, I am Mao Buyi~"

The two hosts were obviously a little reserved when they saw Gu Wei.

"I brought some fruit and some dog food."

[Mao Xuewang] As the name suggests, Mao Buyi and Li Xueqin also have a pet dog.

"You even brought a gift. Thank you so much!" Mao Buyi quickly took the thing from Gu Wei's hand.

The three of them walked to the living room and sat down. Mao Buyi and Li Xueqin stared at each other. Gu Wei looked at them and smiled, "Are you two nervous?"

“Well, a little bit.

Before you came, we were discussing what to ask you when you arrived, but Maomao asked if he could get an autograph first."

Li Xueqin's words made Gu Wei laugh, and he turned to look at Mao Buyi on the other side.

"Actually, I've known you for a long time. I really like your song [Xiaochou], and I've heard a friend of mine mention you before."

"Really? It's an honor!
I have always felt that it is a great loss to the Chinese music scene that you, Brother Wei, did not take being a singer seriously. I first liked you because of your songs.” Mao Buyi said.

"Wait a minute, can I guess who the friend you mentioned was?"

Li Xueqin realized that what Gu Wei had just said would be a hot topic, so she quickly spoke.

"Of course, it shouldn't be hard to guess."

"It must be Sister Mi, she was a guest on "Tomorrow's Son"!"

Gu Wei smiled and nodded.

“You and Sister Mi must be very good friends, right?
You have collaborated with each other many times.”

After Li Xueqin finished speaking, Mao Buyi added: "Like [Gu Jian Qi Tan], [Eternal Love] and [Blade Master 2]."

“Yes, the first costume drama I filmed after entering the industry was [Gu Jian Qi Tan] with Sister Mi.

It has been more than 9 years now.

We became good friends after that drama, and then worked together on other dramas."

“I still remember that I was still in high school when [Gu Jian Qi Tan] was broadcast. The show was very popular at the time and all the girls in my class were following it.

But the later "Eternal Love" was even more popular, and I even supported the two of you as a couple," said Li Xueqin.

"Oh?

So, are you rooting for the "Gu Jian CP" or the "Bai Ye CP"? "

"Bai Ye, I still prefer [Eternal Love], Bai Qian and Ye Hua are really tormented, but also sweet!

Maomao, what about you?

“I also like [Three Lives Three Worlds] more because I think [Liang Liang] sounds nice.

The version that Wei Ge and Zhang Bichen collaborated on is perfect!"

Gu Wei thought of something and smiled: "Speaking of [Liangliang], I remembered a very interesting thing.

After the filming of "Three Lives, Three Worlds" was completed, Sister Mi knew that the theme song was a duet between a man and a woman, and she insisted on trying it.

Later I collaborated with her twice, but after trying it she backed off because she knew it was too difficult."

Li Xueqin grinned: "Isn't it inappropriate for us to say bad things about Sister Mi here?"

Gu Wei waved his hand: "You underestimate Sister Mi.

If she had come today, she would have said this herself.

When it comes to self-deprecation, no one in the industry can compare to her."

[Mao Xuewang]'s chat has no theme, they just talk about whatever they think of. Li Xueqin and Mao Buyi are not professional hosts, and sometimes the topic of conversation turns to them.

However, it is also because of this that the guests on this show can say things in a more relaxed state that they would not normally say.

"Brother Wei, do you have a work coming out recently?"

Mao Buyi washed the fruit that Gu Wei brought, cut it into pieces and brought it over. The three of them ate while chatting.

Li Xueqin still remembered that the director had told Gu Wei that he was here to promote the new drama, so she quickly brought it up.

"[Storm Chasers] will be broadcast on CCTV soon"

"What's the story about?" Mao Buyi asked casually as he took a piece of strawberry and put it in his mouth.

"Spy drama~"

"I saw the trailer and it shows you and Jin Dong starring in it," said Li Xueqin.

"Yes, there are other actors such as Wang Churan and Tian Xiwei."

"This seems to be your first spy drama, Brother Wei, right?"

Gu Wei nodded.

"I have filmed many costume dramas and modern dramas, but this is definitely my first time filming a spy drama."

"So how did you come up with the idea of ​​taking on this drama?"

“In fact, Director Yao Xiaofeng got the script of “The Wind Chasers” as early as 2018, but the project was shelved because it failed to attract investment.

I received the script he sent me and felt that the story was very special and different from all the spy dramas I had seen before, so I decided to take it on."

"So you took this role because of the script?" Mao Buyi asked.

“Obviously.

Wait until the TV series starts to air and watch it. I'm sure you won't be disappointed!"

"Of course I will watch it. I have watched almost all of Wei Ge's dramas."

Li Xueqin said with a smile.

"I feel like you have a strong CP feeling with every actress you film with, Brother Wei.

Often, many actresses will gain some fame after working with you."

"Are you trying to tell me the nickname that netizens gave me?" Gu Wei said with a smile.

"What nickname?" Mao Buyi blinked his eyes and didn't get what the two people meant.

Li Xueqin continued: "The domestic entertainment daddy is a name given to Wei by netizens.

Because whoever he collaborates with becomes famous, and whoever he supports becomes famous!"

Gu Wei waved his hand: "It is only because the work is popular that the fame of the actors can rise."

"Brother Wei, you have worked with so many actresses, who do you feel most comfortable working with?"

“Since you ask, I can only serve you.

Otherwise it will offend people.

I can only say that the actresses I worked with each have their own characteristics, and they are all very outstanding! "(End of this chapter)