Hong Kong Entertainment: The King of Kung Fu

Seeing Chen Daomin walk away in anger, Yang Ye had no choice but to stand up and shouted, "Mr. Chen, please stay!"

At this time, Yang Ye must stand up.

Because in this world, most people are divided into regions, groups, and positions, rather than reason.

Yang Ye is a representative figure of Hong Kong stars. It would be fine if he had not encountered such bad things, but if he did not stand up when he encountered them, he would not be able to show off in Hong Kong in the future.

Besides, Chen Daomin scolded Tan Yonglin, but he also scolded Gong Li. Yang Ye was unhappy. My woman didn’t provoke you.

Chen Daomin turned around and asked, "What do you want to say, Mr. Yang?"

Yang Ye first asked Gong Li: "Xiao Li, what happened?"

Gong Li felt warm at heart when she saw Yang Ye standing up for her, and she walked over and explained a few words to Yang Ye in a low voice.

Yang Ye nodded and said to Chen Daomin: "Mr. Chen, let me explain to Allen first, his name has a lot of strokes, and it is very troublesome to write.

Moreover, due to historical reasons, every Hong Kong person has an English name, which is given by their parents and is also used in daily life.

So when signing for someone, you usually write in English, it's easier, right, Allen?"

Tan Yonglin was in a state of confusion. He was signing autographs happily, but suddenly someone criticized him.

Tan Yonglin could only sigh, nodded, and said: "It's true that I usually sign more in English, because I can sign faster and take care of more people.

That’s why I declined when the lady asked me to sign my Chinese name just now. I don’t understand why you reacted like that. If this makes you feel unhappy, I can apologize! ”

Although Tan Yonglin said that he could apologize, he just meant that he did not want to cause trouble in such an occasion.

He did not say that he thought he had done anything wrong, but rather that Chen Daomin was being unreasonable.

Chen Daomin scolded Tan Yonglin because he was angry and impulsive, so he took advantage of the situation to vent his anger.

Why was he angry? Because the organizers discriminated against him.

When Hong Kong stars came to perform for the disaster relief charity, the organizers treated them warmly and arranged for them to stay at the Jin Jiang Hotel. The arrangements for food and service were also perfect, with no reservations as to what was lacking.

Artists from the mainland also came to provide disaster relief, but they were treated coldly. Not only did they have to stay in a guesthouse, but they didn't even have any seats arranged for them when they came in.

Being ignored to such an extent, Chen Daomin wanted to lose his temper, but luckily Gong Li was smart and ran in quickly to find Yang Ye.

Yang Ye sat at the same table with the leader of the organizer, who immediately solved the problem in front of Yang Ye.

Despite this, Chen Daomin felt even more unfair because he was able to sit down and eat at the banquet only because of the face of a Hong Konger.

What was even more depressing was that he and Gong Li were arranged to sit at the table with Alan Tam and Anita Mui, who all chatted in Cantonese, even Gong Li spoke Cantonese.

No one paid any attention to Chen Daomin, and he felt neglected. He didn't eat well and was filled with anger.

Chen Daomin thinks that we are all human beings, so why are you superior to others?

He got angry because Tan Yonglin only signed in English and refused to sign in Chinese.

Chen Daomin looks gentle and refined, but he actually likes to complain about everything.

If he feels something is wrong, he will lose his temper on the spot, regardless of the occasion.

For example, at a New Year's party, Feng Xiaogang asked Miao Miao, the heroine of "Youth", to dance "Song of Yimeng" for everyone, but Chen Daomin angrily retorted on the spot.

Even when doing a program on a platform like CCTV, he would still express his anger on the spot.

From a moral perspective, every time he expresses his anger, it makes sense, so netizens praise him for his literary character.

It’s just that standing on a moral high ground is a terrible thing. It means that you will always be invincible, but you cannot solve practical problems.

Take the case of Tan Yonglin for example. Tan Yonglin came to provide disaster relief. Not only did he donate a large sum of money to the disaster area, he also ran around and worked hard to raise a large amount of donations for the victims.

Just because he didn't sign his Chinese name, you felt that your feelings were hurt, so you scolded him and walked away.

If Aaron Tam is a petty person, if you can leave with the mainland artists, why can't he leave with the Hong Kong artists as well?

By then, everyone will go their separate ways, and the ones who suffer will be the victims. Do you have to pretend and let the victims suffer?
Decades later, this incident was posted online by someone with ulterior motives. Netizens took sides based on their stances, with some praising Chen Daomin for his backbone, while others angrily criticizing Tam Wing-lin for not being worthy of being a Chinese.

This forced Tan Yonglin to come out and explain and apologize in person.

What the hell! I did so much for the victims, but this is what happens in the end?

……

At this point, Chen Daomin was in a dilemma. He stiffened his neck and said, "I can understand the habits of Hong Kong compatriots, but we are now in the mainland. There is a saying that goes, when in Rome, do as the Romans do. Besides, we are all Chinese, so it is better to speak Chinese and write Chinese characters."

Yang Ye said: "This is originally a small matter, a matter of habit. I think it is enough to explain it clearly. There is no need to raise the issue of whether one is Chinese or not. What do you think, Mr. Chen?"

Chen Daomin said: "Otherwise, there are some things we still have to insist on. This is the character of a man."

Yang Ye frowned and said, "Is your character more important, or is the life and death of the victims more important?"

Isn't it just accusing someone? Who wouldn't do that? Yang Ye put a big hat on Chen Daomin, accusing him of caring about his own nobleness but not caring about the lives of the victims.

This hat is too big. If Chen Daomin continues to argue, he will be using the lives of the victims to clear his own reputation and will be condemned by thousands of people.

Chen Daomin's face changed drastically, and cold sweat dripped down his face. He finally said, "Everyone, I didn't distinguish the importance of the matter. Mr. Tan, I apologize to you. In fact, you have spared no effort to help the victims. I admire you very much and am very grateful."

Tan Yonglin is a smart guy who is well connected with people from all over the country. He immediately said generously, "It's just a misunderstanding. Just explain it to everyone. I was also wrong in this matter. I will pay attention next time."

Yang Ye also said: "In fact, this is because Hong Kong has been separated from the motherland for too long, resulting in many different cultural habits, which can easily lead to misunderstandings. We should communicate more, explain more, and be more tolerant, don't you think?"

"Yes! Yes!" Everyone immediately echoed.

Someone said: "In 1997, Hong Kong will be returned to China, and then we will all be one family!"

Someone said: "Whether we return or not, we are still a family!"

Everyone praised: "That's a good point!"

When the organizers saw that the two sides suddenly started arguing, they thought that something bad had happened and this might turn into an international incident.

But the two sides were at loggerheads, and no one could get a word in. Fortunately, the two sides shook hands and made peace after a few words, and I breathed a sigh of relief.

Unexpectedly, Yang Ye turned around and put the blame on the organizer: "Director Zhang, I am telling the truth. You are very enthusiastic in entertaining us Hong Kong people. We are very satisfied and grateful.

But Mr. Chen and Xiaoli are also here to provide disaster relief, but the standards of hospitality are different. We are all here to show our love for the victims, so there is no need to treat them differently, right? "Director Zhang didn't think there was anything wrong with this, as it was a routine operation and an international practice. However, he still said, "Mr. Yang's suggestion makes sense, and we will make improvements immediately."

Chen Daomin said quickly: "Mr. Yang, I feel ashamed for what you said. You have come from afar and are guests. We should entertain you. We are the host. We can do whatever we want. Director Zhang, please don't bother."

Chen Daomin also understood that he was dissatisfied with the organizer, but took his anger out on Tan Yonglin. It was a bit strange that his attitude suddenly changed 180 degrees.

The atmosphere at the scene suddenly became harmonious. Yang Ye took the opportunity to suggest that since everyone was so happy, they might as well find a place to have some fun and exchange feelings.

Everyone agreed immediately, so the group found a nightclub and had a great time.

In the 1990s, there were no affordable mass-market KTVs in mainland China. If you wanted to have fun, you would go to a dance hall, or if you wanted something more upscale, you would go to a nightclub.

The 1990s was a passionate era. There was even a "lady rating system" in Shanghai's nightclubs, where ladies were divided into three levels: Super A, A, and B.

The sitting fee for a Class B lady is 600 yuan, and she has to give a share of the proceeds to the nightclub. There are also requirements on the number of guests she can receive each month.

"Super A-level ladies" can receive a fixed monthly salary of around 2 yuan in nightclubs.

To hire them, you need to make an appointment. There is no upper limit on the sitting fee. It is all yours to pay whatever the customer pays. The nightclub does not take any commission, so they are definitely a scarce resource.

At that time, life in the mainland was difficult and many people went to work in the coastal areas. Many girls could not bear the hard work in the factory and chose to take this shortcut.

Since Sichuan girls are pretty, many of them work in this field. At that time, there was a saying in Chongqing: Working girls don't shed tears, if they want to make money, they go to nightclubs, where food, accommodation and sleep are provided, and the tips are several times higher than their wages.

It’s not that these Hong Kong artists don’t want to find some super A-level ladies to have some fun, but there are other female artists present, so they have to give up.

A group of people got a big private room to entertain themselves, and Tan Yonglin insisted on asking Chen Daomin to sing "Friends".

Chen Daomin had heard of "Friends" before, but he just couldn't sing it in Cantonese. Despite this, he and Tam Wing-lin linked arms and howled a few times together.

"The distant night sky, the twinkling stars, are closely related. Even if the road between you and me is paved with thorns, you can help me solve the loneliness in my heart. Who understands me?

We are like two hands, sharing happiness and sadness. Sharing each other's burdens is never divided into me and you. You are for me, I am for you, we go through hardships and despair together, hold your hand tightly, my friend! "

Yang Ye was not interested in singing with the man, so he asked Huangmei Opera performing artist Ma Lan to sing several Huangmei Operas.

He had a few more drinks with Chen Daomin and said he had seen his performance in Fortress Besieged and praised him for bringing Fang Hongjian to life.

Yang Ye is less than 40 years old, but he is a leading figure in the Chinese film industry. Chen Daomin drank some wine and received a lot of praise from Yang Ye. He couldn't help but feel a little elated, and all the grudges in his heart were put aside.

Afterwards, Yang Ye took the opportunity to invite Chen Daomin to Hong Kong to film.

Before the millennium, Hong Kong was the center of Chinese-language films, and Chinese actors all hoped to make a name for themselves in Hong Kong.

However, if you are not a Hong Konger, it is very difficult to make a name for yourself in Hong Kong.

During the golden age of Hong Kong entertainment, the only three mainlanders who had access to top resources and became very popular in the Hong Kong entertainment industry were Jet Li, Wang Fei and Gong Li.

Leon Lai and Sharla Cheung both immigrated to Hong Kong when they were children, so they may or may not count.

Later, Zhao Wenzhuo and Wu Jing went there again, but they never made it.

Zhao Wenzhuo has very good resources, but he is unable to make use of the opportunities he is given.

"Once Upon a Time in China", "Green Snake" and "Sword" were all flops. In fact, these are all good movies, but they just didn't sell well.

After Zhao Wenzhuo returned to the mainland, Hong Kong still looked for him. "Once Upon a Time in China" and "God of War" were both relatively good resources in Hong Kong, but they still failed. There is really no solution.

Wu Jing did not get any good opportunities. When he became an adult, Hong Kong films were already half-dead. After hanging around in Hong Kong for a few years, he mostly played supporting roles.

After receiving the invitation from Yang Ye himself, Chen Daomin naturally agreed without hesitation.

In fact, Chen Daomin had filmed movies directed by Hong Kong directors before. He had participated in the films "The Demon Empress" and "Sons of Eight Banners" filmed by director Li Hanxiang in mainland China, but those were not considered Hong Kong films.

Yang Ye did not directly invite Chen Daomin to develop in Hong Kong, but suggested that he sign his overseas agency contract with Baiyang Agency. If there is a suitable role, the company can contact him directly.

In this way, he can travel both in the mainland and overseas without any delay. Such an arrangement is naturally very thoughtful.

The group didn't disperse until after one o'clock, and Gong Li followed Yang Ye back to the Peace Hotel.

"It's a good thing I have you today, otherwise I really don't know how this will end."

Yang Ye said calmly: "It's just a little misunderstanding!"

Gong Li looked at Yang Ye for a long time before she said, "I have a feeling that you have been trying to unite the Chinese people on both sides of the Taiwan Straits and in four places, is that right?"

Yang Ye said, "Huh?" "Did you figure it out?"

Gong Li said proudly: "Of course!"

Yang Ye brought her over, placed her on his lap, hugged her slender waist, and said, "Our nation has suffered many disasters. Due to historical reasons, we are one country, but it has been divided into several places.

For a long time, we may even be isolated from each other, have no contact with each other, and have poor communication. The longer the time, the greater the gap, and one day, we may even become hostile to each other."

Gong Li said: "It's not that serious. For the East China flood, our compatriots from Hong Kong and Taiwan donated money if they had the money and the ability. It's very touching."

"That's now. After one or two generations, maybe we won't be able to speak the same language anymore. There are millions of Chinese people in Peru in South America. Those who left during the late Qing Dynasty have completely forgotten Chinese in a hundred years."

Gong Li looked at Yang Ye, her eyes sparkling, and suddenly said: "You have a strong sense of family and country!"

Yang Ye sighed: "I can't say that I have a sense of patriotism, but many Chinese people regard me as a national hero, so I have to take some responsibility.

And I also understand that my biggest market in the future will definitely be in the mainland. I have no choice but to be a mender and do some mending.

Use your influence to try to repair the rift between us."

"So that's why you invited Chen Daomin to film in Hong Kong after you stopped them from causing trouble?"

"What else can we do? If we leave today's incident alone, it will definitely cause a big disturbance if it is exposed later.

I asked them to clear up the misunderstanding and then invite Chen Daomin to Hong Kong to film two movies. In the future, it will become a good story of how they got to know each other through fighting. "

After hearing this, Gong Li said in a somewhat obsessed tone: "You are really great!"

Yang Ye smiled faintly, stretched out his hands and grabbed Gong Li's two nipples: "You are really great!"

"Bad guy..." (End of this chapter)