It's reasonable for me, a stuntman, to live a crazy life, right?

Chapter 1377: How about learning about a doting husband?
On November 4th, amidst much anticipation from fans, Yang Mi's "Thank You Doctor" was officially released.

However, unsurprisingly, it flopped immediately upon release.

"When Bai Zhu said with absolute certainty and confidence: My surgery has no risk whatsoever, I immediately and without hesitation gave it a one-star rating! No doctor I know, or the doctor who performed the surgery on me, whether they are chief physicians or attending physicians, can say that there is no risk whatsoever."

"Domestic professional dramas are comedies."

"Can medical dramas remember that a doctor's duty is to save lives, not to preach morality to others..."

"Anyone who has ever been to a hospital, anyone who has ever watched a few medical documentaries, would not have written this subject so badly, nor would they have portrayed the characters so poorly!"

"What's wrong with this era? Everywhere we look, cultural workers are doing ridiculous things that show a complete lack of culture. I'm speechless."

...

Feiyue Films.

Chen Fei arrived at the company early in the morning, opened the Douban page, and saw that the screen was full of one-star reviews that were still being refreshed.

Words like “floating,” “outrageous,” and “disrespectful to professions” have become frequently used.

However, when he casually switched to Weibo, he found that his homepage was already flooded with hashtags such as #YangMiThankYouDoctorCryingScene# and #BaiShuCharacterIsSoCaptivating#.

Once you click in, all you see are comments controlled by fans:
"My sister's crying scenes are so moving, I cry every time I watch them."

"The details in medical dramas aren't that important. Just watching Mimi is enough."

"Help, this is so good! It's both funny and tear-jerking. I can't wait for the next episode. OMG, Qingyun and Peihai are really funny. 'I'm the only one who's not in a hurry.'"

Looking around, the accompanying pictures are meticulously edited stills from the drama, with even the surgical gowns exuding the sophistication of an idol drama.

The comments on both sides are like two parallel worlds.

As Chen Fei watched, his brows gradually furrowed.

Douban's criticisms directly target the plot logic and professional details, reflecting the audience's seriousness about the "quality of the work."

The praise on Weibo bypasses the content and focuses only on the actor himself, which is the fans' way of maintaining the "idol's popularity".

Even more glaringly, when he opened the data platform, the number of views for "Thank You Doctor" was clearly marked as "300 million", but the actual effective viewership was less than 50 million, and the ratings were "brushed" by midnight reruns!

Anyone with a discerning eye can see that this is just another old trick of buying data and traffic.

“It’s getting more and more outrageous.”

Chen Fei turned off his phone, leaned back in his chair, and sighed helplessly.

The drawbacks of the traffic-driven entertainment industry have been fully exposed. TV dramas are no longer made for the general public, but rather "special products" precisely fed to fans.

The production team was too lazy to polish the script, since the fans would pay for it anyway.

The platform tacitly approves of data fabrication, as long as it can keep advertisers in line.

Actors, however, have become obsessed with the hype surrounding fame and completely forgotten their original passion for acting.

Just like "Thank You Doctor," despite its absurdly wrong medical details and numerous loopholes in professional ethics, it managed to create the illusion of being a "hot show" by relying on fan-controlled comments and data manipulation.

This self-indulgent closed loop is gradually eroding the foundation of the film and television industry.

When the audience's true voices are drowned out by traffic, when producers only focus on fans' wallets, and when the standard for "good works" becomes "good-looking data," all that's left is more and more shoddy garbage.

Looking back at the comments on "Tales of the Tang Dynasty", viewers scrutinize the logic of each case and discuss the motives of supporting characters. That atmosphere of "equal dialogue between creators and audiences" is what the film and television industry should be like.

On the other hand, this approach in the traffic circle, while seemingly lively, is actually digging its own grave.

"If this continues, we'll be finished sooner or later."

Chen Fei muttered to himself, increasingly convinced of the correctness of Feiyue Films' "high-quality" approach.

The shortsightedness of capital, the indulgence of fans, and the inertia of creators have combined to create this self-destructive frenzy.

Perhaps one day, when fans get tired of the same old bad movies, and when data manipulation can no longer fool the market, this industry will truly wake up!

But by then, the damage will likely be too great to repair!
……

Jiaxing Media.

In the conference room.

Zeng Jia scrolled through her tablet, her tone full of pride: "Look, 'Thank You Doctor' has been in the top three in popularity for only one day since it was released, with over 5 million views. The fans are so supportive of the comments, praising your great condition everywhere."

She turned the screen to Yang Mi, which was filled with fans showering her with compliments, and even several paid marketing accounts were praising "Yang Mi's return to her peak".

Yang Mi held her coffee cup, forcing a smile, but didn't say anything.

She knew better than anyone that the hype was fake; the actual data was appalling, and people in industry groups had already been mocking "Jaywalk Media is just hyping itself up again."

Seeing Zeng Jia constantly taking credit, she still forced a smile and said perfunctorily, "Thank you for your hard work, it was indeed quite lively."

"It's good that it's lively." Zeng Jia closed her tablet, then suddenly changed the subject, "Speaking of which, shouldn't we sign our contract renewal agreement? I had the legal department draft new terms, increasing your shareholding percentage by two percentage points and allocating more resources to you. What do you think..."

Yang Mi tightened her grip on the cup, looking down at it: "We'll talk about it later. I've been busy filming lately and haven't had time to think about these things."

Do I need to say more?

Zeng Jia's tone turned serious. She leaned forward, her gaze sharp: "Yang Mi, we've been working together for almost ten years. Do you think I don't know what you're thinking? Are you planning to leave when the contract expires?"

The air froze instantly!

A moment later, Yang Mi raised her head, the perfunctory expression on her face completely gone, leaving only calmness: "The contract doesn't expire until next May, it's still early."

"Don't try to dodge my questions." Zeng Jia slammed her hand on the table, her voice suddenly rising. "You've been taking on private jobs and contacting other companies lately, thinking you're being discreet? And those articles online 'Jaywalk Studio exploiting its artists,' did you release them?"

Yang Mi neither admitted nor denied it, but simply said, "I didn't say I was leaving, I just want to focus on my work first."

"Focus on your work?" Zeng Jia sneered. "Are you waiting for a chance to switch jobs? Don't forget how Jiaxing promoted you from a newcomer to a top star! Now that you're all grown up, you want to run away with the resources? There's no way it's that easy!"

Looking at her exasperated business partner, Yang Mi suddenly felt a sense of estrangement.

Over the course of ten years of collaboration, she has grown from a young actress to a leading lady, and Jaywalk Studio has indeed played a significant role in her success.

But over the years, she has been treated as a cash cow, with non-stop work, forced into bad movies, and endless training of newcomers, which has long since exhausted the initial affection.

She initially said she would lead Jiaxing to an IPO, which kept her extremely busy.

But what was the final result?

It's really laughable when I think about it. Back then, I was foolishly fooled into working so hard for my "dream," only to end up with nothing.

Yang Mi stood up, completely abandoning any lingering thoughts in her mind: "I will fulfill my duties as long as the contract hasn't expired, but whether I leave after it expires is my freedom."

After saying that, she picked up her coat from the back of the chair, turned around and walked straight out of the meeting room.

The moment the door closed, she heard the sound of Zeng Jia smashing things inside, and faintly heard words like "being shelved," but her steps did not falter at all.

The false prosperity should end, and it's time for her to take a different path in life. As for being sidelined?

She doesn't only have "Thank You Doctor" in this month; she also has "She and Her Perfect Husband" in the middle of the month.

These are all dramas produced by Jaywalk Studio, so I doubt Zeng Jia would dare to tamper with them.

By the time both dramas finish airing, it will be the end of the year.

At that time, it wouldn't matter if I were sidelined.

It's only five months or so, isn't it? Even if she doesn't show up, she can ensure that her popularity won't be greatly affected.

……

Although November is a less popular month for film releases, it is very popular because it is close to the Lunar New Year season.

Films such as "The Octagonal Cage," "Avatar 2," "Someday or One Day," and "The Return of the South China Sea" have been released one after another, launching corresponding promotional activities.

Meanwhile, the entertainment industry is also very lively.

The most eye-catching event was the protracted and intense public feud between Wang Xiaofei and Barbie Hsu, which once again thrust the two into the eye of the storm.

It all stemmed from a seemingly unintentional complaint made by Wang Xiaofei during a live stream: "I've sacrificed so much for my child, yet some people are always pulling dirty tricks behind my back."

Although he didn't name names, netizens immediately thought of Barbie Hsu.

After all, the various underhanded maneuvers surrounding child custody and child support have been brewing since the couple's divorce.

Barbie Hsu's side didn't mince words either, quickly responding through her agent: "The accounts are all clear, don't try to confuse the issue, and the matter of the children isn't something that can be decided unilaterally."

War could break out at any moment!
Netizens turned into "detectives," digging deep into the past entanglements between the two.

Those forgotten details have been brought to light again.

The disputes over property division in the divorce agreement, Wang Xiaofei's accusation that Barbie Hsu used his credit card to buy items for her current boyfriend Gu Junhua, and Barbie Hsu's revelation that Wang Xiaofei had an extramarital affair during their marriage, are all being brought to light, piecing together a complex picture of this feud within a wealthy family.

As the incident unfolded, relatives and friends of both sides were also drawn in.

During her live stream, Zhang Lan tearfully accused Barbie Hsu's family of "bullying honest people." She commented on everything from Barbie Hsu's lifestyle to her parenting methods, while also promoting her own brand.

The popularity of live-streaming e-commerce is no less than that of popular variety shows!

Little S couldn't sit still either, posting on social media to support Big S and subtly mocking Wang Xiaofei for "overacting," her words full of protectiveness towards her sister.

Meanwhile, celebrities from all walks of life in the industry couldn't help but express their opinions.

Some people tactfully suggested that "every family has its own problems, and we hope both sides can calm down."

Some openly took sides, sparking massive online battles between fans.

Jokes and memes are popping up everywhere online!
Meanwhile, the hashtag #WangXiaofeiDaSFighting# has consistently topped the trending topics list, easily garnering billions of views.

Some netizens even joked, "This plot is even more exciting than a TV series. These two are definitely the best 'family drama' of the year."

Behind the commotion, onlookers watched with great interest while also reflecting on the situation.

To what extent should the private lives of public figures be exposed to the spotlight?

Is this public feud a genuine outburst of conflict, or merely an invisible battle for online traffic?

However, in this entertainment-obsessed era, the dispute between Wang Xiaofei and Barbie Hsu has become a hot topic of discussion, just like the upcoming blockbusters, firmly capturing the public's attention.

Chen Fei was looking at the news online when something suddenly occurred to him.

Is a truly chaotic era about to arrive?

...

On November 11, "Anti-Gang Operation," produced by Bona Film Group, was officially launched.

Starring Zhou Yiwei, Qin Hailu, and Julian Cheung, the film, marketed as a crime/action drama, is quite eye-catching.

On its very first day of release, it was trending on social media for all the wrong reasons.

"A 100-minute political lesson + a G-Wagon ad + a half-minute college entrance exam English listening comprehension exercise + 5 minutes of Fast and Furious + 5 minutes of Hong Kong-style action + a borderline romance between a policeman and a triad daughter... Holy crap! Can you please stop with this 'father's revenge' thing?"

"Did I pay to watch the evening news?"

"It's absolutely horrible! None of the actors' lip movements match up, it feels like watching a terrible dubbed film!"

"How many years has this movie been shelved? The entire cast is dubbed, 80% of the lip movements don't match, and many shots are poorly edited. Is this the only way to make money by releasing it during this period?"

"Suddenly he died, suddenly there was evidence, suddenly the scene changed, suddenly he became a spy, suddenly he was recorded, suddenly he was arrested, suddenly he was framed, suddenly the mole was caught, suddenly he was released—everything happened so suddenly!"

This time, Yu Dong also experienced a similar feeling to Wang Jian'er during the National Day holiday.

The internet is full of insults, screenings are being reduced again and again, and the trending topics are full of negative reviews and criticisms...

Barring any unforeseen circumstances, this movie will likely be a complete flop.

At the same time, the release of this film also caused moviegoers to suddenly have great doubts and distrust about the phrase "all-star cast".

Everyone went there expecting an All-Star game, but they ended up with such a terrible movie. Isn't this just ripping people off?
The predecessors planted the trees, but the successors not only didn't get to enjoy the shade, but also suffered from the scorching sun. Who can stand that?
A barrage of insults swept in, so much so that Bona and Yu Dong didn't even dare to show their heads.

At that very moment, Feiyue Films held a press conference to launch the filming of "The Room Next Door" in Yunnan, the filming location.

Compared to the capital, Yunnan is undoubtedly a "long and distant" place for many media outlets.

However, given the film's impressive production team, everyone still traveled a long way to attend the launch press conference.

And the final result proved that Feiyue Films never disappoints!
Chen Fei, Liu Yifei, Han Jianu, and Wen Muye attended the press conference, causing a stir among the attendees.

If the appearance of the four of them was already sensational enough, then when Gong Li and Maggie Cheung appeared on the same stage and announced that they would be joining the film "The Room Next Door" as two female leads, a major earthquake suddenly broke out in the entertainment industry!
"This morning, the art-house drama film 'The Room Next Door,' produced and written by Chen Fei, directed by Liu Yifei, supervised by Han Jia, and with Wen Muye as assistant director, held its opening ceremony in Yunnan."

At the press conference for the start of filming, Gong Li and Maggie Cheung made a surprise appearance, announcing that they would be participating in the film as the two female leads.

"With a cast of two Best Actress winners, a director and producer who has won three Golden Horse Awards, and a production team that won the Palme d'Or at Cannes and the Golden Lion at Venice, Liu Yifei's directorial debut is a unique 'high-quality' art film project in the Chinese entertainment industry!"

When these news stories were reported by major media outlets, they immediately topped the trending search lists of various entertainment news sections.

Not only netizens, but even colleagues in the film and television/entertainment industry were dumbfounded.

"What the hell is this lineup? They're all Best Actor/Actress winners, or winners of the three major European awards. Are they trying to reach the heavens?"

"It's no exaggeration to say that this is the most powerful art-house film production team I've ever seen in my life."

"I'm impressed! I thought Liu Yifei's debut was just a small-scale project, but I didn't expect it to be so ruthless!"

"Chen Fei! You're such a doting husband! Are you trying to lay the foundation for Liu Yifei's 'director' career in one fell swoop?"

"Looking forward to the finished product..."

(End of this chapter)