Chinese Entertainment

Chapter 739: The Great Wall Announces Candidates

When Gu Wei saw that the location was not far from the company, he immediately understood that choosing this place for a relationship also has its own considerations. It can only be said that the entertainment industry is full of human relationships at all times.

Having said that, Gu Wei came over very quickly. Almost as soon as Li Binbin finished ordering the dishes and getting his things, Gu Wei arrived.

There were not many people in the private room. Apart from Miss Liu and Li Binbin, there were only two female assistants.

"Oh, Director Gu is here." Li Binbin stood up and said as soon as he saw Gu Wei.

"Sit down, sit down." Gu Wei nodded and sat down next to Miss Liu.

"Are you tired from shopping?" Gu Wei asked with a smile while picking up some food for Miss Liu.

"It's okay. I wasn't tired when I was shopping, but now I feel a little, hehe."

"Yifei has really good physical strength. I couldn't keep up with her while shopping, haha." Li Binbin said with a smile.

"She hired a trainer, trained with me every day, and brought me along..."

"Really? I feel my physical fitness has declined recently..."

"The teachers are very good at teaching. I'll give you their phone number. Ask them if there are any free teachers there. You can hire one to come home and practice with them."

"Okay, I'll write down the number."

When people get along with each other, no matter what the other person's purpose is, as long as it makes you feel comfortable and does not harm you, you can chat with them.

At this moment in the private room, Gu Wei, Liu Yifei and Li Binbin were having a good chat, and with the assistant interjecting from time to time, everyone was talking in low voices.

"Hey, Binbin, is there any news from The Great Wall?" Miss Liu suddenly changed the subject and asked.

Li Binbin's eyes lit up instantly, and he continued the topic: "No, Director Zhang's requirements are a bit high, and many people were eliminated."

Hearing this, Gu Wei glanced at her. Among the big stars in China, only Li Binbin continued to be popular until the end and eventually became a capital.

Of course, this doesn't mean that she is better than others, it just means that she is luckier than others.

"There should be results in the next two days." Gu Wei suddenly said after taking a bite of food.

"What's the result?" Liu Yifei asked with a smile.

She naturally knew that these big shots had various purposes in currying favor with her, but as Huang Bo said, when you have a high status, you will naturally be surrounded by all kinds of good people, and no one will make things difficult for you anymore.

Moreover, when people are alive, they will naturally come into contact with all kinds of people and make all kinds of friends. There is no need to always keep people at a distance. Just like when she came into contact with Li Binbin, Fan Binbin and others, Liu Yifei neither took the initiative nor refused. She just did what she wanted.

As for Gu Wei, he will choose to support and understand Liu Yifei instead of interfering with her in a forceful way, or saying that someone is bad and cannot be associated with, and someone else is good and can be associated with more.

At this stage, they can indeed be more free and easy.

Li Binbin, who was standing next to her, picked up some dishes for Miss Liu and was looking forward to hearing Gu Wei's answer.

Gu Wei heard from Han Sanping that Zhang Yimou and his colleagues had a quarrel during the meeting, but Zhang Yimou later insisted on his choice. Besides, China Film Corporation will hold a press conference in the next two days, so there is nothing to hide.

"The female lead is most likely you. They should send out a notification soon."

What an unexpected surprise, a completely unexpected surprise. Li Binbin originally made an appointment with Liu Yifei to see if there was a chance to get in touch with Gu Wei's new movie, but he didn't expect to hear this inside information.

"Oh, really? Congratulations, Binbin." Miss Liu said, holding up a glass of red wine.

"Thank you Yifei, and thank you Director Gu for telling me in advance. To be honest, I was planning to give up." Li Binbin immediately picked up the wine glass and said.

At the same time, I also silently felt that making friends with big guys does have many benefits. They may not praise you, but you can benefit a lot from just letting them know a little bit of information.

In an instant, Li Binbin thought of many things, such as how to respond after receiving the notification, how to prepare the public relations team in advance, and how to release the news immediately to attract a wave of traffic, etc.

"Haha, no need to thank me. It was Director Zhang who chose you against all odds. Work hard after joining the team and don't embarrass Director Zhang." Gu Wei said after picking up the wine glass and taking a sip.

"I understand, Director Gu. I heard that Dongjun also went for an audition. Maybe we can have a chance to work together this time." Li Binbin's face was flushed at this moment. It was unclear whether it was because of the alcohol or the excitement.

"He's already decided on the second male lead." Liu Yifei suddenly said.

Gu Wei next to him smiled but said nothing. Naturally, he was the one who told the young lady these things.

"Yeah, that's great." Li Binbin seemed happy from the bottom of his heart.

Seeing Li Binbin's expression, Gu Wei suddenly understood something.

That is, it is very difficult for a person to always hold himself to the same standards as he holds others.

For example, you took half a day off to go to the real estate transaction hall to apply for a house certificate. There was a long line and a crowded hall. At this time, someone had an acquaintance inside and asked him for help to cut in line. Would you scold him for not following the rules? Even if you were afraid that the staff would deliberately make things difficult for you and did not dare to scold them openly, you would still scold them in your heart.

But now it's your turn, and you have an old classmate or cousin inside, would you ask him to help you with the procedures first?
If he is righteous and refuses to help, will you scold him for being heartless, hypocritical, and even cut off your friendship?
How many people can understand and support it, and take the initiative to stand in line for two hours?

Just like when Han Dongjun went for an audition, Gu Wei gave him the script lines in advance and went to the scene to greet him. Isn't it because the other party is one of his own?

The meal lasted more than two hours, and when the group left the hot pot restaurant, they were naturally photographed by the paparazzi who had been following them for years.

That night, corresponding reports were published online.

Seeing the fresh news, many people in the circle turned their attention to Liu Yifei again. ………

One of the most obvious signs of capital invading the entertainment industry is the emergence of various film and television companies like mushrooms after a rain.

These companies are divided into two categories. One of them is that capital from various industries needs a facade in order to make money, so a large number of behind-the-scenes workers set up new companies and serve as legal persons.

The second category is the companies of celebrity artists. For example, the studios of Huang Xiaoming, Zhou Xun, Fan Binbin, Li Binbin and others in the early years have now been upgraded into companies.

Of course, there are also those that were established recently, like Yang Mi.

Jiaxing Company, which she founded with her agent Zeng Jia, has recently been hosting cocktail parties in the circle frequently. The purpose is to get in touch with capital, find various types of investment and financing, and seek listing for the future company.

Unfortunately, the other party is weak and it is not easy to find funds.

"You mean they found you?"

After receiving Song Ge's call, Gu Wei was a little bit unbelieving. He didn't expect Jiaxing Company would seek funding from Xingchen Film and Television. After all, the two parties are in the same industry.

"Well, I was invited to the cocktail party, but I directly refused. Haha." Song Ge was also amused.

The other party failed to enter the Xingchen Film and Television Company at the beginning, let alone seeking investment now?
"But the entertainment industry is really crazy right now. Many celebrities and artists are looking for investment, trying to become bigger and stronger." Song Ge continued with emotion.

"It's a general trend. We should do an evaluation in the second half of next year, haha." Although the domestic entertainment market has not yet entered its peak period, Gu Wei believes that we should prepare in advance.

"Okay, there will definitely be countless people who want to join by then." Song Ge was a little excited.

"Haha."

...

Seeing Han Sanding calling, Gu Wei always felt that Old Han was a little too anxious. He was staring at the "Nantianmen" project all day long, wishing it could be started immediately.

But after the call was connected, Gu Wei realized it was not about the movie.

After the two chatted for a few sentences, Gu Wei realized that Han Sanping was lobbying for the Directors Association and wanted him to join the association.

"Tsk tsk, it's a great honor to have you, Mr. Han, help me convince others."

"Nonsense, I think you will join sooner or later, there's no need to make things so awkward. Although it's not a regular unit with a staff, joining is not a bad thing..." Old Han is worthy of being a lobbyist. His reasons for joining are well-reasoned and sound quite realistic.

"This group of people are too utilitarian. My father told me about this when I went home a few days ago. They have put their work on my family members and they will not give up until they achieve their goal?" Gu Wei replied in a bad tone.

"Is this true?" Han Sanping also felt that the other party had gone too far. Forcing a bull to drink water would have no good results?

"Well, let's just forget it. There are already a lot of troubles before we go in, and there will be even more troubles after we go in. It will all be about dealing with favors, which is too troublesome." Gu Wei still chose to refuse.

"Alright, just pretend I didn't say anything. These people are really worthless. They asked me to be their lobbyist but they didn't explain clearly..."

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"Gu Wei, please check the news. The casting for "The Great Wall" has been announced." Liu Yifei shouted as she walked downstairs, as if she had gone to an audition.

Gu Wei turned around and pointed at his cell phone. Liu Yifei stuck out her tongue when she saw this.

Five minutes later, after seeing Gu Wei hang up the phone, Liu Yifei came to him with the phone in her hand, pointing at the news report on it.

"Look, it's almost the same as what you said. Li Binbin is the leading female role, and Jing Tian is the second leading female role."

"?" Gu Wei was a little curious. He remembered that there was no second female lead in "The Great Wall" in the original time and space. Was it added specially for Jing Tian?
In the report, the announcement released by China Film Group, Legendary Film Group, Universal Pictures and LeTV completely shocked the film and television industry.

Because the cast list of "The Great Wall" was prominently displayed there.

"Co-produced by Legendary Pictures, Universal Pictures, China Film and LeTV, with an investment of US$1.5 million, and a Sino-US co-production, the 3D magical blockbuster "The Great Wall" has officially been cast!"

"The main creative lineup of "The Great Wall" is as follows:
Director: Zhang Yimou; Screenwriter: Tony Gilroy; Producer Team: Thomas Tull...

Male No. 1: Matt Damon; Female No. 1: Li Binbin;
Male No. 2: Han Dongjun; Female No. 2: Jing Tian;

Other main actors: Willem Dafoe, Pedro Pascal, Liu Dehua, Chen Kun;
Supporting actors: Zhang Hanyu, Liao Fan, Chen Xiao..."

A Sino-US co-production blockbuster that has attracted much attention from the Chinese film industry, this is the official lineup of the main creative team.

But this result made many people in the entire film and television industry envious, especially when the leading female role went to Li Binbin, which made big stars like Zhang Ziyi and Fan Binbin grit their teeth.

"Oh, Chen Xiao was also selected?" When Liu Yifei looked down the list, she suddenly found a familiar person.

Then he turned his head and looked at Gu Wei, "Did you say hello?"

"Haha, I mentioned it to Director Zhang, and I didn't expect that I would be selected." Gu Wei touched his nose, it was really a pleasant surprise.

However, it can be seen from the roles that Zhang Yimou really put his heart into it. Chen Kun, Liao Fan, and Zhang Hanyu are all powerful actors. Even when using a new generation of artists, he chose Han Dongjun and Chen Xiao.

Unlike in the original time and space, in order to attract young people, they chose Lu Han, Lin Gengxin, Peng Yuyan and the like. It cannot be said that they have no acting skills, but they are still far behind the acting schools.

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(End of this chapter)