Full-time actor

the next day.

Chen Yu and Liu Yifei headed to the CCTV building early in the morning.

Riding on the popularity of "Bruce Lee", Chen Yu is preparing to perform martial arts on stage during the Spring Festival.

As for Liu Yifei, Chen Yu had already arranged a solo performance of "Where Has the Time Gone?" for her when Lang Kun invited her.

This song is a perfect match for Liu Yifei's voice.

Coupled with the感慨 (gǎnkǎi, deep feelings) about the passage of time and the longing for family, appearing on the Spring Festival Gala stage is quite fitting.

I just parked the car.

Chen Yu then noticed the person walking towards him.

It is an editor from Zhao Benshan's team.

I had already contacted Chen Yu online a month ago.

That's right.

Normally, during the 2009 Spring Festival Gala, Zhao Benshan, Xiao Shenyang, and others performed the skit "Not Short of Money".

This made it the most watched program of that year's Spring Festival Gala.

Xiao Shenyang became an internet sensation with his song "Not Short of Money".

It once became a cultural phenomenon.

This propelled Xiao Shenyang onto the national stage.

In particular, lines such as "There really isn't one" and "One blink of an eye and a day has passed; one blink of an eye and a lifetime has passed" have become popular sayings.

only.

This skit was first performed when Chen Yu was taking the college entrance exam for arts.

Especially since videos of the art exams had already spread across the internet, that's why Zhao Benshan's team found Chen Yu.

Faced with similar ideas and approaches, they were puzzled but had no choice but to take the initiative to contact Chen Yu.

After all, the program has already been decided.

If you want to change it, it will definitely take time.

Fortunately, Chen Yu was not a conservative, and besides, the skit originally belonged to someone else.

It's just that Chen Yu, as a reborn person, enjoyed the benefits ahead of time.

The two sides reached a final agreement.

Chen Yu will be credited as the screenwriter for the Zhao Benshan/Xiao Shenyang version of "Not Short of Money".

"Brother Yu."

"We've finally met."

Cui Kai hurriedly walked over to Chen Yu's position, where he served as Zhao Benshan's go-to screenwriter and creative leader.

but--

If it weren't for this identity, I probably wouldn't even have had the chance to meet Chen Yu.

"Teacher Cui, it's a pleasure to meet you."

It must be said that Chen Yuyuan was much more approachable than I had imagined.

This was Cui Kai's first thought.

After all, at the age of just over 20, to reach the level of Chen Yu, most other people would have already become arrogant and conceited.

However, the person in front of me didn't seem agitated at all.

It gives the impression of a naive college student.

But that composure is something that most people can't learn.

The group walked into the CCTV building.

The moment the private elevator doors opened, the bustling crowd left Chen Yu and Liu Yifei speechless.

People! So many people!

The moment they noticed Chen Yu's appearance, everyone turned to look.

Zhao Benshan, Xiao Shenyang, Song Zuying, Zhou Jielun…

Upon seeing Chen Yu appear, Zhou Jielun was the first to greet him.

"Hey! Brother Yu."

Congratulations on winning the Golden Globe Award for Best Actor!

It has to be said that it was hard for him to ignore this news.

The topic has been trending on social media for the past two days. In Zhou Jielun's view, Chen Yu was doing something he knew was impossible.

He can easily accomplish many things that seem impossible to outsiders.

And that is what comes with it.

Zhao Benshan also got up and walked over.

Cui Kai told him about the skit, and in the past two days he specifically found the video of Chen Yu's college entrance exam.

Regardless of the circumstances, he now admires Chen Yu, this young man, to the point of complete awe.

Based on qualifications and experience, he might be older than Chen Yu.

But if we're judging by ability and popularity...

Chen Yu is far superior to everyone else present.

In an instant, countless eyes fell on the location where Chen Yu was.

Film and television songs.

People from these three circles all greet Chen Yu politely when they see him.

Putting everything else aside, at the very least, basic social etiquette is still necessary.

Actually.

Everyone naturally had their own ulterior motives. Chen Yu was currently a top star, and everyone wanted to get along with him.

Even if you're just nodding acquaintances, maintaining a superficial friendliness is certainly a good thing.

Liu Yifei was already used to this situation.

From the day she got together with Chen Yu, she watched as Chen Yu's popularity skyrocketed.

From then on, Chen Yu was always the most popular and the final act at every major event.

Being able to be with such an outstanding man is perhaps truly her blessing, just as her mother said.

Zhou Jielun stayed completely around Chen Yu.

"Brother Yu, what kind of performance have you prepared this time?"

"Still singing?"

Zhou Jielun asked the question subconsciously, still maintaining a cool demeanor.

"no--"

"This time, we're going to perform martial arts."

Zhou Jielun revealed a knowing expression. Bruce Lee has become a global phenomenon, and he was bound to show off his skills, taking advantage of this trend.

It's not just the Spring Festival Gala.

Even at the Olympics at that time, Chen Yu was invited to perform martial arts.

As for Zhou Jielun, he sighed again.

As someone who has appeared on the Spring Festival Gala for several years, he certainly knows the rules of the Gala.

Generally speaking, skits and song and dance performances are the easiest to pass censorship.

Martial arts.

Although the status is not low, there are too many unexpected situations, so the choices are relatively limited.

It's clear that Lang Kun is quite indulgent towards Chen Yu, even allowing him to not appear in the first few rehearsals.

Zhou Jielun shrugged; he was naturally aware of the situation.

With a name like Chen Yu, director Lang Kun must have invited him many times.

Everyone else present greeted Chen Yu.

Whether you know them or not, just respond to them one by one.

"Thank you for waiting, teachers. Now we can return to our respective fields."

Just as Chen Yu was exchanging pleasantries with the people present, a staff member appeared in front of everyone.

This is how the Spring Festival Gala rehearsals are done.

Each person should find the type of program that suits them, and then they can go through the program once.

This is the final rehearsal for the classification.

Starting tomorrow, we will begin the final sprint and dress rehearsal.

At that time, a high-intensity, full-process joint test will be conducted.

We rehearsed the entire sequence of the live stream, again and again.

To ensure that there are no mistakes during the live broadcast of the Spring Festival Gala.

This will be the most important part.

Whether it's props, lighting and sound effects, or the host and the audience, everything must be done to the best of its ability.

Liu Yifei looked at Chen Yu.

There was a noticeable lingering affection in his eyes.

This time she is singing solo, so she can't rehearse with Chen Yu.

Although they were in the same CCTV building, they still had to face a brief separation.

"Be good——"

"Go ahead, we'll go home together after rehearsal."

Starting tomorrow, all actors, hosts, and crew members will be stationed at CCTV.

For the next ten days or so, they will spend the entire time in Studio 1.

Strive for perfection.

Liu Yifei nodded, and the two eventually went to their respective rehearsal rooms.

……

2009 1 Month 15 Day.

There are 10 days left until the Spring Festival Gala.

Next, the first rehearsal will take place.

Countless media reporters had already learned the news and were eager to know the program lineup.

So far, CCTV has not provided any definitive information.

They can only rely on their own professional skills to figure it out.

Chen Yu and Liu Yifei had just gotten off the bus.

Countless media outlets have already rushed over. They naturally know that Chen Yu will definitely participate, after all, no one in the entire entertainment industry can rival Chen Yu's popularity.

only.

What they were more curious about was what kind of performance Chen Yu would give this time.
"Brother Yu, are you and Yifei singing a duet?"

"Chen Yu, could you give us a hint about the programs for the Spring Festival Gala?"

"..."

The media reporters could no longer contain their excitement.

They finally caught up with Chen Yu. You have to understand that throughout the entire year of 2008, they had very few opportunities to interview Chen Yu.

"Feel sorry."

"We are not authorized to disclose the program for the Spring Festival Gala at this time."

The area in front of the CCTV building was completely surrounded by people.

Chen Yu and Liu Yifei walked inside with difficulty. Even though they were used to it, the intense atmosphere still made them feel somewhat powerless.

It's been a long time.

We finally managed to get inside.

As cars continued to arrive, they were almost all questioned.

can only say.

The reporters from various media outlets were far too enthusiastic.

The group has now entered the rehearsal phase.

Zhou Jielun is currently standing backstage waiting. He and Song Zuying have been assigned to the third program, where they will perform "Compendium of Materia Medica" together.

have to say.

Let Song Zuying, who is used to singing folk music, sing pop music.

The clash between the two is truly eye-opening.

As for Chen Yu...

As always, it was scheduled to be the finale performance.

The moment before the countdown begins will be the end of his show.

Liu Yifei was ranked 21st.

Fortunately, her show and Yao Beina's show were scheduled one after the other, so at least the waiting process wouldn't be too agonizing.

Time passes day by day.

Over the next few days, Chen Yu and Liu Yifei were busy preparing for the Spring Festival Gala.

They don't have much time left; to be precise, time is becoming increasingly tight.

Fortunately, no one ever complained about their work.

Actually.

Being able to appear on the Spring Festival Gala is something each of them hopes for.

1 month 22 day.

Chen Yu and Liu Yifei had just finished their first rehearsal for the Spring Festival Gala when Chen Yu's phone rang at that opportune moment.

The ringing broke the silence of the moment.

The sudden turn of events made Lang Kun instinctively look over.

As for Chen Yu...

I have noticed the notes appearing on the caller ID.

It is Li An.

I've calculated the dates, and today is probably the day the Oscar nominations will be announced.

Just as Chen Yu was hesitating whether to answer the call, Lang Kun waved his hand.

"Everyone, let's take a break."

In fact, everyone's rehearsals have already yielded good results.

People need rest eventually.

Chen Yu nodded slightly, then took his phone and walked to the side.

"Yes, it's convenient to make a phone call now."

"You said."

Soon, Li An's voice came from the other end.

The nominations for the 81st Academy Awards have been announced.

Chen Yu gripped his phone tightly.

It would be a lie to say he wasn't nervous. Everyone calls him a Grand Slam Best Actor, but they also know that he's currently missing an Oscar.

Winning the Golden Globe Award gave everyone hope.

Not just Chen Yu, everyone is hoping that Chen Yu can become the first Asian to win the Oscar for Best Actor.

"Bruce Lee was nominated for six awards."

Li An didn't reveal everything at once, but Chen Yu had already sensed the mystery in his tone.

Seeing that Chen Yu did not speak.

Li An paused for a moment before continuing.

Congratulations, Yu Ge! You've been nominated for Best Actor.

Chen Yu breathed a sigh of relief; in fact, they were all aware of this.

After all, they won the Golden Globe Award for Best Actor.

That proves that whether or not he wins an Oscar is another matter, but he will definitely be nominated.

What about the other nominated awards?

Chen Yu's subconscious question drew the attention of everyone behind him, who perked up their ears.

We're all in the entertainment industry.

Naturally, they are very familiar with these awards.

If I'm not mistaken, this must be related to an awards ceremony.

Cheng Long peeked over.

Putting everything else aside, as a filmmaker, he certainly knew about this time.

The annual Oscar nominations are announced.

Could it be?

Just thinking about it made Jackie Chan nod.

That's right, they have seen Bruce Lee's strength firsthand.

In addition, he recently won the Golden Globe Award for Best Actor, so it seems there's much to celebrate next.

Cheng Long smiled.

Those present were now filled with curiosity.

"It seems——"

"Our Brother Yu is going to win the Oscar this time."

As soon as Jackie Chan said that, the others immediately erupted in uproar.

That's the Oscars!

But then I thought about it again, and it was only a matter of time before Chen Yu won an Oscar.

In addition to this year's "Bruce Lee" and "The Dark Knight".

Its influence is by no means accidental.

The two exchanged a few more pleasantries, and Li An had already revealed that the Joker had been shortlisted.

This time, they're linked to Warner.

Information naturally gets in good hands.

As for Nolan, who was far away on the other side of the world, he couldn't help but frown when faced with the situation where the battle lines were still unclear after two rounds of fighting.

He really wanted to tell Chen Yu the good news as soon as possible.

only.

It's obvious that someone has already gotten there first.

"Brother Yu."

"I really have to congratulate you in advance this time."

Everyone just heard what Jackie Chan said, and naturally some people have already started searching for the Oscar nominees.

Chen Yu went into battle again.

He was nominated for Best Actor and Best Supporting Actor.

have to say.

This is truly the pride of China!
The King of Box Office!

Such a level is something that no one else could possibly achieve.

Chen Yu was clearly surprised, while the others present were already shaking their phones.

"The Oscar nominations have been announced."

"Yu Ge is amazing, he's been nominated for both Best Actor and Best Supporting Actor at the same time."

"He will definitely win the Oscar for Best Actor this time."

The people present chimed in with their own comments.

Anyone can say flattering things.

At this moment, it felt like Chen Yu was being elevated to the highest rank.

"It's just a shortlist; whether we'll win is still uncertain."

Chen Yu responded with a smile.

You can't open the champagne halfway through the journey.

Being shortlisted is one thing; winning an award is quite another! (End of Chapter)