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The plane disappeared into the clouds.

The land they loved gradually shrank from view until it disappeared.

Liu Yifei was flipping through the latest magazines.

Almost all entertainment news outlets are pointing to the same person.

Chen Yu.

Whether it's the recently released "The Dark Knight" or the Olympic Games performance that brought glory to the top.

All of this is enough to elevate Chen Yu's already extraordinary influence to a higher level.

just now.

Almost the entire world is cheering for Chen Yu.

Whether it's national influence or commercial value?
Or perhaps it's their current industry standing.

Chen Yu has long since become a synonym for purity.

He is no longer a superstar, but more of a cultural phenomenon.

To be precise, Chen Yu's future was bright.

Liu Yifei leaned against Chen Yu's chest, and she couldn't help but admire her husband's strength.

The plane crashed into the clouds over Los Angeles.

The journey through North America has already begun.

What kind of fate awaits them?

Landing.

As soon as Chen Yu set foot on Los Angeles soil, he noticed a familiar figure come into view.

Christopher Nolan.

He was smiling broadly, looking excitedly at the great contributor in his heart.

"chan!"

"It's really great to see you again."

"Crystal, you look even more beautiful than the last time we met."

It has to be said that Nolan really does spread his influence evenly.

He opened his arms and hugged Chen Yu tightly. He could no longer contain his emotions. He was so excited yesterday when he learned that Chen Yu would be going to North America.

"I watched the Olympic opening ceremony, it was truly magnificent and spectacular!"

"It's no longer just a performance; it's more like a pure cultural export."

Chen Yu nodded.

In fact, Zhang Yimou's talent is beyond doubt.

That was no longer just an opening ceremony; it was a walking epic.

It fully demonstrates the five thousand years of Chinese civilization.

Zhang Yimou, with his genius aesthetics, presented the world with the most beautiful calling card.

"In my opinion, it redefines what a grand opening ceremony is."

Nolan's praise pleased Chen Yu greatly.

This is a complete recognition of Chinese culture, and as Chinese people, we should feel proud.

"of course."

"And there's more good news—"

Nolan was clearly keeping everyone in suspense, and it was obvious he was in a great mood.

"tell me the story."

In fact, Chen Yu had already guessed most of it.

After all, the only thing that can be associated with him and Nolan is The Dark Knight.

If I'm not mistaken, the good news Nolan has to share is probably related to the box office performance of The Dark Knight.

"I thought that The Dark Knight's box office would have no chance of breaking $15 billion."

"But just yesterday."

"With your appearance at the Olympics, the already declining box office revenue has miraculously reversed."

Oh?
Nolan was clearly getting excited.

For him, this will be the beginning of a new journey.

If this time it reaches $15 billion, then his status will naturally rise accordingly.

This was something Chen Yu hadn't expected.

To date, The Dark Knight has already surpassed the achievements of its predecessor.

In other words, whether it's due to the butterfly effect caused by Chen Yu's rebirth, or based on his own influence.

The Dark Knight has achieved results that were beyond expectations.

This was also news that Nolan cheered for.

That's right.

He had indeed given up all hope, but when The Dark Knight reached $13 billion, it far exceeded his expectations.

He simply believed that he had made the right bet.

But Chen Yu gave him such a big surprise.

As of now, opinions across North America are overwhelmingly in favor of the other side.

Those who once criticized Chen Yu for ruining the classics have now been completely brought under his control.

He became Chen Yu's most loyal subordinate.

“That’s really good news.”

Nolan was somewhat surprised; Chen Yu's calm and composed demeanor was truly perplexing to him.

When he saw the box office return to its peak, he couldn't wait to announce it to the whole world.

"only."

Nolan paused again, it seems that he didn't adopt other excellent cultural practices, but he was quite adept at keeping people in suspense.

"18 billion is probably out of the question."

It would be a lie to say I wasn't looking forward to it, but The Dark Knight's performance has far exceeded my expectations.

At this level, it's something that others can only dream of.

So far.

The number one film in history is none other than that big ship.

Titanic, released in 1997.

With a box office of $18.45 billion, it has consistently topped the all-time box office charts.

For a full 10 years, no film could break or shake this record.

Since its inception, no work has yet surpassed its achievements.

Titanic.

Given the historical context at the time, it was an absolutely unrepeatable legend.

The box office miracles he created demonstrate his status far more than the numbers themselves.

It's important to understand that the global film market was far less developed back then than it is now.

Especially considering the high ticket prices without 3D or IMAX.

With its box office empire built penny by penny, it has raked in a staggering $18.45 billion worldwide.

Jack Rose back then.

He became a wildly popular and iconic figure.

It directly propelled Leonardo DiCaprio to global fame, marking an unprecedented leap in his career.

He is no longer just an actor.

Instead, it has become a popular cultural symbol for a generation around the world.

After numerous re-releases, it broke the global box office ceiling of $20 billion.

Titanic has long been a global phenomenon.

Nolan shrugged.

He wasn't saying anything discouraging; he was just making plans ahead of time.

"It is truly gratifying that you have achieved three great accomplishments!"

When Nolan brought up this topic, his emotions were clearly overwhelming.

"Three of the top ten films in global film history are in this category."

"You are the first person in North America, or even in the global context."

Yes.

This is also a question that surprised Nolan.

The filmmakers from China before us have already subtly influenced the world.

After hearing Nolan's words, Liu Yifei could no longer contain her joy.

If there hadn't been outsiders present, she probably would have hugged the man in front of her tightly.

"This is just the tip of the iceberg."

"You now occupy two of the top three spots on the all-time global film list."

"Oh my god."

"You're practically a superhuman."

Not only that.

Nolan looked at Chen Yu in front of him, and beneath his calm and composed face lay a powerful and impactful presence.

Riding on the success of "The Dark Knight," Chen Yu's total box office earnings from his starring films have now surpassed Leonardo DiCaprio's $29.37 billion.

He directly ascended to the throne of the world's highest-grossing actor, that is, the actor with the highest box office earnings in the world.

That's right. Chen Yu's box office figures are already close to 40 billion.

And it's in US dollars!
This is absolutely an amazing achievement.

He used his strength to break the world's exclusionary mentality; only by standing at the top of the world can one have the opportunity to change the rules of the world.

and so--

Chen Yu is now one of the most sought-after male actors in the world.

none of them.

Especially in Hollywood and the Western-dominated world.

As an Asian, he has achieved such success.

Compared to Bruce Lee's iconic image of the "sick man of East Asia," Chen Yu has accomplished the same feat.

Not only that.

His surprises weren't over yet; Chen Yu was still breaking new records.

I believe that in the near future...

Chan will become an era.

At that time, he will become the head of the temple of the gods.

This isn't Nolan boasting, nor is it just unfounded hype due to their collaboration.

On the contrary, he believed that Chen Yu had the ability.

When this young man first appeared on the audition set, he could already see the potential in the person in front of him.

His journey was not over.

This summit is not the end, but the starting point for him to set the stage for the next peak.

Nolan could no longer control his emotions.

He got a treasure.

His collaboration with Chen Yu had long ago made him see the current trend clearly.

Those who obtain Chen Yu will gain eternal life.

"Chan, I'm working on a new script."

"Regarding science fiction, I wonder if we'd be interested in collaborating again?"

That's right.

This is his ultimate goal.

Traffic equals peak popularity, and Chen Yu undoubtedly possesses inherent influence.

As long as you can collaborate with him, box office success and popularity are just a matter of course.

After hearing Nolan's words, Chen Yu smiled subconsciously.

If nothing unexpected happens, it should be the movie "Inception".

This work is more than just a movie.

Rather, it is a mental labyrinth built by Nolan.

To be precise, Nolan deserves to be considered one of the greatest directors of all time.

The charm of each of his works remains fresh and relevant over time.

It was a feast for both the mind and the soul.

In its previous life, it garnered an astonishing 8.37 million in box office revenue worldwide, which was enough to make it a global blockbuster at the time.

Not only that, but it also swept four Academy Awards.

Especially on IMDb, its rating has consistently remained high at 8.8.

Beneath its sci-fi exterior lies a deeply emotional core about guilt, memory, and forgiveness.

Nolan—

It truly deserves the title of number one.

Chen Yu was very familiar with this movie, but in his previous life, the original male lead was Leonardo DiCaprio.

As for now.

He topped the list of the highest-grossing actors in the world, naturally becoming the most bankable actor.

So it's perfectly normal for Nolan to choose him.

Good birds choose trees to roost in.

Plans can never keep up with changes.

Just as no one knew that Chen Yu's rebirth had altered the original course of history without everyone's knowledge.

After hearing Nolan's words, Liu Yifei couldn't help but feel happy for Chen Yu.

The impact of The Dark Knight.

The collaboration between Nolan and Chen Yu was simply a paradise for filmmakers.

Whether it's the shooting techniques, methods, or the live-action special effects.

Nolan definitely introduced the most advanced technology.

And Chen Yu.

She has good looks, acting skills, and influence.

Liu Yifei couldn't find any fault with her husband; he was simply perfect and flawless.

If we were to collaborate on a project, it would definitely receive a very positive response.

"Well--"

"I'm really looking forward to Nolan's next big project, but if we're going to collaborate, I'd prefer to review the script myself after it's finished before giving my answer."

Chen Yu's answer was quite pertinent.

In Nolan's view, he could naturally understand Chen Yu's thoughts.

Chen Yu has now achieved both fame and fortune. After creating countless classic characters, he must have developed a greater sense of autonomy in choosing scripts.

Compared to Chen Yu's caution, this is what Nolan would prefer to see.

Only by working with people like this can the script be brought to its fullest potential.

Nolan nodded, then smiled and said:

"Of course, but I have a lot of confidence in this script!"

"I believe that our collaboration will make this film shine."

Chen Yu naturally believed it.

"I have high hopes for Nolan's abilities; after all, he is the future number one director!"

"Ha ha!"

The two had a very pleasant conversation, especially after exchanging compliments, which clearly brought them closer together.

Actually.

Everyone knows that there are no permanent enemies, only permanent interests.

When faced with interests, they will naturally choose the side that benefits them.

Putting aside personal relationships.

The union of Chen Yu and Nolan was indeed enough to cause a sensation in the entire entertainment industry.

The car was speeding along the road.

The shadows of the trees on both sides were constantly reflected in the car window.

Before long, they finally arrived at Warner headquarters.

"WOW!"

"My dear, I've finally been waiting for you."

Chen Yu, Nolan, and the other two had just gotten out of the car when they heard a sound coming from the doorway.

When everyone looked over, Liu Yifei couldn't help but be shocked.

Barry Manye.

The Warner executive actually came out to greet him personally.

Liu Yifei knew, of course, that it wasn't because of her. When she looked up, Chen Yu had a polite smile on his face.

He showed absolutely no emotional fluctuation because of this old man at the pinnacle of power.

Barry Manye greeted him warmly.

There's no way around it; Chen Yu has now become Warner's cash cow.

The fact that even dead ashes could be reignited is enough to demonstrate the influence Chen Yu has had.

They had already finalized the decision internally.

Next, Batman III will rely on Chen Yu to create even greater miracles.

Yes!

This Eastern face, who was once the least favored by everyone, has clearly infiltrated their ranks, not only causing upheaval but also reshuffling the entire deck.

"Mr. Barry."

Chen Yu was polite but not ingratiating.

To know.

Any actor would be overjoyed to meet Barry Manye.

After all, this dictator who decides the fate of film projects is the head of one of the six major Hollywood studios.

His every move is enough to make the entire Hollywood tremble.

Even though he couldn't command Hollywood like an emperor, he still had the power to decide the life and death of every project.

His approval signifies the project's commencement.

This control over top-tier IPs is his capital.

In Chen Yu's view, he was indeed a top player in Hollywood's power pyramid. (End of Chapter)