Hong Kong Entertainment: The King of Kung Fu

Chapter 759 The One Who Can Change Destiny

Yang Ye asked casually, "How's your casting going?"

He Xiuqiong said: "Not very good, everyone wants to play "Tears of Heaven". My mother-in-law has not yet decided on the candidates for Ziwei and Xiaoyanzi."

"My Fair Princess", the most popular TV series in Asia, has made a lot of people famous, and it can even be said that it has changed the landscape of the Chinese entertainment industry to a certain extent.

But most of the main roles were chosen by chance, it really is a matter of fate.

Cai Yinong said: "Aunt Qiong Yao originally chose a girl named Li Tingyi to play Xiaoyanzi, but she was filming a movie with Brother Chen Long."

Yang Ye spread his hands; "Then there is nothing we can do!"

Li Tingyi was right. She was the heroine of Chen Long’s movie. Even a fool would know how to make the choice. But who knows what happened later?

He Xiuqiong said: "My mother-in-law chose Chen Derong again. She came for the audition, but after reading the script, she felt that she was not suitable and refused."

He Xiuqiong took out a photo of Chen Derong's audition. Yang Ye took a look and thought, this is much better looking than Zhao Ritian.

Chen Derong plays Xiaoyanzi, so what does Zhao Ritian play? Zhao Ritian plays Ziwei.

Yang Ye looked at Zhao Ritian's fitting photos. She looked so pitiful in the photos, and she couldn't help but want to laugh.

Seeing him trying to hold back his laughter, He Xiuqiong asked curiously, "What's wrong?"

"Ah, it's okay! She's a newcomer, right? Why would she refuse the leading role in a play?"

"She said the school doesn't allow leave!"

It turned out that Zhao Ritian was a sophomore at the Beijing Film Academy at that time, and Qiong Yao thought her big eyes were beautiful and suitable for the role of Ziwei.

But Zhao Ritian’s teacher Cui Xinqin felt that she was not suitable and refused to grant her leave, so Zhao Ritian had to give up.

Zhao Ritian plays Ziwei, so what does Lin Xinru play? She plays the unruly Tibetan princess Seya.

Since Zhao Ritian quit the role of Ziwei, Qiong Yao asked Lin Xinru to play Ziwei.

In the end, he still couldn't find a suitable Xiaoyanzi, so he called Zhao Ritian and asked her if she was interested in playing Xiaoyanzi.

Zhao Ritian went to see the teacher, and the teacher thought Xiaoyanzi was suitable and approved the leave.

Later, because Lin Xinru's acting skills were so bad, her crying was not good-looking, there were too many NGs, and it was seriously overdue, Qiong Yao stopped Lin Xinru's play.

He planned to find a new Ziwei and replace her while filming other people's scenes.

But they couldn't find one after searching for a while, and the cost of replacing her was too high. Lin Xinru looked so pitiful, and if she was kicked out of the crew, she would be too ashamed to face people in the future. So, they finally let her continue to act with reluctance.

There were three male protagonists, and Qiong Yao planned to let the three brothers from "Little Tigers" play them, but Wu Qilong had to go to serve in the military.

Qiong Yao found Huang Haibing, but Huang Haibing chose a drama called "Sunset at the Forbidden City", which starred Siqin Gaowa and Jiang Wenli, and had a stronger cast than "My Fair Princess", so Zhou Jie got the chance in the end.

Qiong Yao planned to let Liu Dekai play Qianlong, but Liu Dekai felt that "Tears in Heaven" was better, with a large investment, a strong cast, and would definitely be a hit, so he chose to go there.

Zhang Tielin went to Hong Kong in the 1990s, joined Xu Ke's studio, and shot several martial arts films.

Later, as Hong Kong films declined, Xu Ke reduced his production, and he left Hong Kong. With no more films to shoot, he spent his days at home picking his feet.

One day, he was shopping in Sanlitun and met He Xiuqiong. He Xiuqiong had seen a movie he acted in and asked him to play the role of Qianlong, who became an instant hit.

It’s all life!
Yang Ye is the one who can change his destiny.

He said, "Since the actress who plays Ziwei is not here, let my Yuanyuan try out the role!"

When Yang Ye mentioned "my Yuanyuan", Gao Yuanyuan's face turned red. She felt a little shy, but she felt a little sweet in her heart.

After hearing this, He Xiuqiong looked at Gao Yuanyuan carefully.

I saw that she had a fair face, pretty features, a pair of big round and bright eyes, clear gaze, shy expression, and a natural innocence.

He Xiuqiong thought to herself, "So the Lord came here today to recommend actresses. This Gao Yuanyuan really looks a bit like Ziwei described in the book. I think my mother will like her after seeing her."

He Xiuqiong smiled and said, "Okay, then Yuanyuan, let's go over there and change into our costumes!"

Gao Yuanyuan was in a daze. Yang Ye had previously said that he would bring her over to see if there was any suitable role.

She didn't take it too seriously, thinking that Yang Ye was just helping her find a role so that she could gain some qualifications when applying to an art school.

When she followed Yang Ye here and heard Yang Ye talking with He Xiuqiong and Cai Yinong, she learned that the drama seemed to have two heroines, one named Ziwei and the other named Xiaoyanzi.

Yang Ye asked her to try Ziwei, so isn't that... letting her be the heroine?
Gao Yuanyuan was a sentimental girl. Thinking of Yang Ye's meticulous care for her, she was deeply moved. For a moment, her eyes became a little red.

Yang Ye said: "Go!"

"Oh!" Gao Yuanyuan agreed obediently and went to change into her costume.

Gao Yuanyuan was brought by Yang Ye, so the makeup artist did not dare to be perfunctory and helped Gao Yuanyuan dress up carefully.

Yang Ye acted as if nothing had happened: "You guys continue!"

The interview continued, and one beautiful lady after another came in to introduce themselves. They were so beautiful, some plump and some slim, that it was dazzling to look at.

Some newcomers are fine, but the already famous actors don't take the drama too seriously. They come to meet the crew with the attitude of "have a try, have a try".

But now seeing Yang Ye actually sitting here, the importance of this drama immediately became different in their minds.

They tried their best, hoping to attract Yang Ye's attention.

It’s a pity that Yang Ye didn’t seem to care about what was happening in front of him. At most, he took a quick look and then went on drinking tea and reading the script.

Suddenly, a gentle voice said, "Hello, teachers. My name is Fan Binbin, and I am from Shandong..."

Yang Ye suddenly raised his head and took a look.

A delicate oval face, two lively big eyes, a complexion as white as jade, long hair as black as ink, a well-proportioned figure, and a curvy figure.

Although she is still young and has not fully grown, she has already revealed some of the most stunning looks in the world.

Yang Ye secretly praised: "It is worthy of being a template for future generations' plastic surgery!"

He Xiuqiong looked at Fan Binbin's information and asked, "Were you recommended by Sister Xuehua?"

Fan Binbin nodded: "Yes!"

Yang Ye suddenly interrupted, "How did you get to know Xuehua?"

Yang Ye had been looking down at the script, and only when he heard Fan Binbin talking did he look up at her.

As soon as Yang Ye spoke, Fan Binbin saw his face clearly and said in surprise: "Hello, Mr. Yang!"

Yang Ye nodded: "Hello!"

Fan Binbin said: "I played a small role in a TV series starring Aunt Liu last year, and that's how I got to know her..."

It turned out that Fan Binbin played a minor role in a TV series called "Strong Woman" last year, and because she was so beautiful, she caught the attention of Liu Xuehua.

Liu Xuehua thought Fan Binbin was a good candidate for acting in Qiong Yao dramas, so she asked her for a photo and asked her to write her name and contact information on the back.

During this period, "My Fair Princess" was casting, and Liu Xuehua remembered this and recommended it to the crew, so Fan Binbin got the opportunity to audition.

Fan Binbin explained the whole story, and Yang Ye nodded but said nothing.

Because Yang Ye interrupted, He Xiuqiong felt that Yang Ye was interested in Fan Binbin, so she asked politely, "What do you think of her, Lord?"

Yang Ye said: "Xuehua has good taste, she is indeed very beautiful, I think Sister Qiong Yao will like her, but she is a little young and has not grown up yet."

He Xiuqiong nodded and said to Fan Binbin, "Ms. Fan, go change your clothes!" He Xiuqiong's interview did not require acting skills, because filming a Qiong Yao drama does not require acting skills. Only appearance, image, and temperament are considered.

If I think it’s okay, I’ll change my clothes and take pictures. Now that I have a handheld DV, I’ll also take a short video and finally give it to Qiong Yao for the final decision.

If Qiong Yao thinks the person is suitable, she will call him/her for a re-examination.

"Thank you!" Fan Binbin bowed to everyone and went to change his clothes happily.

She walked behind the few people and couldn't help but look back at Yang Ye.

Coincidentally, Yang Ye turned his head to look at her. When their eyes met, Fan Binbin was startled and quickly slipped away.

Yang Ye smiled, and saw Gao Yuanyuan changed into a princess's costume and walked out.

Gao Yuanyuan performed in Qing Dynasty dramas in later generations, but never in Qing palace dramas.

Yang Ye discovered that although Gao Yuanyuan was carefully dressed up, she did not look any prettier.

Because the makeup artist used heavy makeup, it actually weakened her original pure aura.

Moreover, the Qing Dynasty costumes are not good-looking, especially the Qing Dynasty costumes in "My Fair Princess", which are more exaggerated, with bright red and bright green, and big red flowers on the head, which are tacky to death.

However, when people watch TV, they still think that Xiaoyanzi, Ziwei, Jinsuo and Qing'er are very pretty.

Because these people are good-looking, and they will still look good even if they wear sackcloth.

Qiong Yao chose Zhao Ritian and Lin Xinru because they both have big eyes.

Gao Yuanyuan also has big eyes, otherwise her father would not have named her Yuanyuan.

Her pure aura is even more pure than Lin Xinru's. He Xiuqiong felt very satisfied when she saw her.

Gao Yuanyuan was brought here by Yang Ye, so Cai Yinong naturally flattered his boss and quickly said:
After this dressing up, Gao Yuanyuan looks much prettier than the previous Zhao Ritian, and is more suitable to play Ziwei than Zhao Ritian. It doesn't matter if Zhao Ritian can't come.

He Xiuqiong said: "I also think it is very suitable, but it is still up to my mother-in-law to decide. I will give Yuanyuan's information to her for review tomorrow."

Yang Ye nodded and said, "That's it. Yinong, when are you free? I want to talk to you about something."

Cai Yinong glanced at Gao Yuanyuan and said, "I still need to sort out the information today. Can I come to see you tomorrow?"

"can!"

As requested, Gao Yuanyuan took photos from various angles, left her information, changed her clothes, said goodbye to He Xiuqiong and Cai Yinong, and left with Yang Ye.

The two got in the car, and Yang Ye said, "This play may take half a year to shoot, so you won't be able to go to school in the second half of the year. Please take a long vacation!"

Gao Yuanyuan said: "Isn't it decided yet?"

"Silly boy, I personally took you to audition for the play, and your image is also in line with Ziwei. This role is yours, otherwise Qiong Yao would not give you face. You just need to wait for the news at home."

Gao Yuanyuan was very touched, but she didn't know what to say. After thinking for a long time, she realized that it was time for dinner, so she said, "I'll treat you to dinner!"

Yang Ye happily said: "This is fine."

"What do you like to eat?"

"As for me, I can accept food from all over the world as long as it's well cooked. But if I have to say my preference, I like Sichuan cuisine more."

Gao Yuanyuan found it a bit strange that Yang Ye, a Hong Konger, did not prefer Cantonese cuisine but preferred Sichuan cuisine.

She recalled that when they were filming together before, Yang Ye's appetite was indeed better when he was in Sichuan. He even invented a famous Sichuan dish called boiled fish.

Gao Yuanyuan was a little girl who didn't know where to find good Sichuan cuisine. After thinking for a while, she said, "I heard that the dishes cooked by the Beijing offices of each province are very distinctive. Can we go there?"

"Sure!" He said to the driver, "Let's go to the Chuanban Restaurant!"

In the 1990s, most of the small restaurants in Wuhan sold Sichuan dishes such as hot and sour shredded potatoes, shredded pork with fish flavor, and twice-cooked pork. Yang Ye had been accustomed to eating these since childhood and naturally preferred Sichuan cuisine.

There are many people in this world who cannot get used to eating anything other than the food they have been eating since childhood and find everything else unpalatable.

But Yang Ye likes to taste delicacies from all over the world and look for different flavors.

The world is so big and rich in resources, and every place has its own specialties.

Even though it is often mocked for its English-speaking name, Beef Wellington is still one of the representative dishes of Western cuisine.

Some people describe Indian food as shit, but little do they know that Indians are the best in the world in research on spices.

Although they like to make their food into a mush, it tastes pretty good.

Yang Ye tastes delicacies from all over the world with an open and inclusive attitude, and also appreciates beauties from all over the world with the same attitude.

When Yang Ye looks at beauties, he is not limited to the data on paper. Judging beauty or ugliness based on a photo is extremely superficial.

It should be noted that static beauty can be achieved through photo editing, but dynamic beauty is difficult to describe and draw.

The female stars of the golden age of Hong Kong films actually all had their own flaws in appearance, but coupled with classic film and television works, those stunning glimpses and beautiful moments under the camera are unforgettable.

For example, Qiu Shuzhen, if you just look at her photos, she is not as good as many beauties.

But her unique skill of holding cards in her mouth in "God of Gamblers 2" fully demonstrated what it means to be charming.

For example, Athena Chu is short, dark, and has Southeast Asian looks.

But a mischievous blink from Fairy Zixia will let you know what it means to be in love for a lifetime at first sight.

Beauty lies in bones, not in skin. It lies in every move, every frown and smile, and more importantly, in her unique character.

Gentle, cute, willful, intellectual, cold, wild... each one is unique.

Yang Ye lived a romantic and unrestrained life. He ate all the delicacies in the world and dated beautiful women all over the world.

In addition to the main battlefield in East Asia, Britain, France, the United States, the Soviet Union, and India were also involved.

Beauties from all places have their own characteristics, but when it comes to Yang Ye’s favorites, they have to be the girls from Shandong.

The gentle and innocent Lin Qingxia, the sweet and lovely Deng Lijun, and the beautiful Zhu Lin.

In order to hook up with them, Yang Ye wrote poems for Lin Qingxia, songs for Deng Lijun, and became pen pals with Zhu Lin, putting a lot of effort into it.

This guy even snatched Gong Li away before Zhang Yimou.

How could LSP let Fan Binbin go today? He was just waiting for the right opportunity.

Eat rice one bite at a time and pick up beauties one by one.

I wrote a poem in imitation of Lin Qingxia.

Ah!
Shandong girl, my love.

The birthplace of peerless beauties.

I ask the heavens and I ask the earth.

Can it turn into the wind of Shandong?

Let me touch her hair.

Let me get their love.

(End of this chapter)