Extracting skills from movies

Chapter 556 Catfish Effect?

The host Lin Zhiling smiled sweetly at the camera:
“Please look forward to the knockout rounds, more excitement is waiting for you!”

Han Hong heaved a sigh of relief when he heard this:

"The audition stage is finally over!"

She was invited by Du Sheng.

If it weren't for the connections she accumulated from the last recording of the charity song "Life and Death Together", ordinary people would not be able to invite her.

Zhou Huajian also nodded:
"There are more than 20 competition areas across the country, including Hong Kong, Macau and the Bay Area. More than 400 people were selected in the auditions alone. There are so many talented people."

The reason why Du Sheng strongly recommended Zhou Huajian as a mentor was based on many considerations.

On the one hand, as an evergreen in the Chinese music scene and a musician with many classic songs, his influence is unquestionable.

Secondly, he has rich musical experience and profound artistic accomplishment, and can provide students with comprehensive guidance and inspiration in terms of musical literacy, emotional expression, etc.

Thirdly, Bay City also has a competition zone after all, and allocating a mentor spot to it can attract contestants and give them a sense of belonging.

At this time, Zhou Huimin, who had been acting as a beautiful background, suddenly interrupted:
"Um, sorry, I think I still have one resurrection card left..."

This person was naturally Du Sheng’s chosen one.

However, although she is the youngest on-site instructor, she is no less famous and influential in the music industry.

After all, her musical style is rich and diverse, covering elements such as pop, lyrical, light rock, etc. She is able to handle songs of different styles and demonstrates strong musical adaptability and expressiveness.

In addition, she has held many concerts since her debut. She has a steady stage presence and is able to interact well with the audience, creating a warm atmosphere on the scene.

The performance is very infectious and appealing, and can fully mobilize the emotions of the audience.

Finally, with the momentum created by her comeback last year and the hot sales of her new album "Fairy Tale Town", she is more than qualified to be a mentor.

The audience who had been following the show recalled that it seemed that Zhou Huimin actually had a card that she had not used.

"Hui Min, are you going to make us work overtime?!"

Han Hong teased:
"Tell me the truth, did you follow Du Sheng's instructions and find something to do for us?"

She was actively creating a 'sense of distance' and establishing the mentor team's positions in advance, and they got along well in private.

When Zhou Huajian heard this, a helpless smile appeared on his face.

Zhou Huimin felt a little embarrassed and said:
"This has nothing to do with Ah Sheng. I just didn't pay attention to the previous reservation. Tell me how to deal with it."

After a brief discussion, the three decided to grant Zhou Huimin special permission.
Letting her choose one of the eliminated contestants to revive can also be considered as giving the contestants an extra chance.

In fact, there were originally four mentors, but Du Sheng is currently only serving as an honorary mentor, mainly contributing to popularity.

Therefore, the current decision-making power is concentrated in the hands of three mentors and two hosts.

On the screen, Zhou Huimin fell into deep thought.

The images of those contestants who had failed to advance kept flashing back to her mind.

Seeing this, some viewers also began to get nervous.

I wonder if she will revive her favorite contestant.

Finally, Zhou Huimin finally made a decision:

"The one I want to revive is... Deng Ziqi from the Xiangjiang Division!"

As the words fell, the screen froze on a picture of a young girl singing with great enthusiasm.

Her "beautiful" voice is still fresh in the audience's memory.

Wow!
The audience was immediately excited.

"What? Why did you choose her?"

"I admit that she has great potential, but her current condition is really not suitable for the competition!"

"That's right! Especially since her voice is changing, her singing is way below par."

"A little girl this young still needs to study, how can she practice in seclusion?"

Not only the audience, but also the other two mentors looked at him in confusion.

"Hui Min, are you sure? Do you want to reconsider this choice?"

Han Hong said this with a hint of tact.

Because this is suspected of regional favoritism.

Although Deng Ziqi was born in Moscow, she moved to Hong Kong at the age of four.

Zhou Huajian asked directly:

"Hui Min, aren't you being too frivolous?
If this is the case, then I can also pick a Bay City player to revive, right?"

Zhou Huimin insisted:

"This is not a joke, I am serious!"

Zhou Huajian helplessly spread his hands:
"Then tell me, why did you choose this?
If we can’t explain it clearly, people will question whether we have made an internal appointment.”

The audience in front of the TV also expressed their agreement.

Deng Ziqi's performance in the audition was indeed not satisfactory. Why did she get this precious opportunity?
Facing everyone's puzzled looks, Zhou Huimin's expression became formal:
"Do you remember what the main theme of our "Voice of the East" is?"

Without waiting for anyone else to reply, she announced loudly:

“It’s ‘pursue your dreams and sing loudly’!
I chose Deng Ziqi not because of her outstanding qualifications, but because the courage to pursue her dreams and the spirit of self-expression she showed are admirable.

On this stage, everyone is trying to find recognition.

But even at such a young age and still in the terrible voice change period, Deng Ziqi still stood up bravely in the face of ridicule.

In addition, she was born into a musical family. Her mother, grandparents, and uncle were all engaged in musical work, and she was influenced by them since she was a child.

He started writing lyrics and composing music at the age of 5, participated in performances at the age of 7, completed the eighth grade piano certification examination of the Royal College of Cheshire last year, and won three school championships in recent years...

These achievements are enough to prove her strength.

Age, voice change or background should not be the criteria for judging a dreamer!
In order not to miss out on talent, I think we should give her another chance."

Deng Ziqi was born in 91, so she is only 14 years old now.

But in her previous life, she won the Spice It Up inter-school singing competition at the age of 15, and was invited by her manager to sign a contract with Hummingbird Music, and made her debut soon after.

Therefore, age is really nothing compared to ability.

Zhou Huimin's words made the atmosphere at the scene solemn.

The audience also began to rethink the value of this young player.

Indeed, on a platform like "Voice of the East" that emphasizes individuality and dreams.

Sometimes, it is the pure passion and indomitable spirit that transcends technology and experience.

Zhou Huimin seemed particularly determined at this moment, leaving Zhou Huajian speechless for a moment.

Han Hong even applauded her.

The audience in front of the TV were also moved by her speech, and many people were instantly convinced.

I think Deng Ziqi's life attitude of ignoring other people's opinions and bravely pursuing dreams is worth learning!

What's more, others are really excellent.

Does it become a stain just because her parents brought her to Hong Kong when she was young?
Zhou Huimin breathed a sigh of relief when she saw that everyone began to accept it.

She had consulted Du Sheng about these words and expressions, and had practiced them privately for a long time.

The next day, the issue of resurrecting the players once again sparked widespread discussion.

The popularity of "Voice of the East" further increased, and Deng Ziqi became the focus of attention.

Facing the reporter's questions, Deng Ziqi, although still childish, bowed with a firm tone:

“I am very grateful to Sister Huimin for giving me this opportunity, thank you.

How does the saying go, A man of ambition does not age, while words without plan are empty even at a hundred years old!

Please wait and see, I will cherish this opportunity and bring you a brand new transformation..."

Deng Ziqi's unique speech once again sparked heated discussions among netizens.

Some people criticized her for being ignorant, while others praised her courage.

No matter what, she has undoubtedly become one of the most watched contestants in "The Voice of the East".

The auditions have just ended and some contestants already have their own fan clubs.

Deng Ziqi is the best among them.

Whether they are loyal fans or haters, or just people who are here to join in the fun, they are all curious about what this little girl will do next.

At the same time, many viewers are looking forward to the upcoming knockout rounds.

During the audition, the fate of the contestants is in the hands of the mentors.

In the knockout rounds, the decision will be made by audience voting.

This feeling of being able to directly influence the outcome of the game greatly enhances the audience's sense of participation.

Many people are like taking stimulants, ready to vote with all their strength to help their favorite players advance.

"Voice of the East" was extremely popular and attracted the attention of a large number of sponsors.

Telecom operators also responded quickly and launched dedicated voting services.

This move not only increased the interactivity of the program, but also brought considerable profits to the platform.

This forward-looking attitude has formed a direct conflict with "Super Girl", and it also makes Liu Xiangqian, the person in charge of "Super Girl", feel a little uneasy. Isn't it said that "Voice of the East" is just for attention?
Isn’t it said that audiences will get bored quickly?

But why is this show becoming more and more popular and its ratings are constantly climbing?

Phoenix TV, which was once inconspicuous in mainland China, is now becoming a hot topic!
Many viewers even reinstalled their set-top boxes just to watch its TV series and variety shows.

This is simply unique!

"Mr. Liu, Deng Ziqi, who is being promoted by the other party, is very popular. I feel that the two girls here who are mainly neutral in style are a bit overwhelmed. Do you want to join us?"

One of the subordinates suggested.

Liu Xiang cursed in his heart, should he destroy the other party or drive him over?

That would only damage the reputation of "Super Girl" and even the brand image.

After all, everyone can see the competitive momentum now, and even the dumbest person can guess who is behind the scenes.

Moreover, the miserable end of TVB, which competed with Phoenix TV, is clear to see.

"Let the media continue to criticize Oriental Voice, and we will focus on improving our own quality."

Liu Xiang calmed down:
"The good reviews and loyal audiences that Super Girl has accumulated over the years are not so easy to shake."

With the start of the knockout rounds, the media's attention to "Voice of the East" has become more intensive.

At the same time, it also aroused people's new expectations for "Super Girl".

Although the contestants of "Super Girl" are generally more popular and anyone can go on stage to sing a few lines, the audience seems to be more eager to see surprises.

After all, they had seen this similar routine last year, and they soon got tired of it after watching it over and over again.

In comparison, the diversity of "The Voice of the East" and the growth trajectory of its contestants attract more audience attention.

In particular, through carefully designed stages, professional lighting and post-production, the transformation process of contestants from ordinary people to stars is shown.

The audience witnessed the gradual transformation of amateur singers!

The freshness brought about by the growth and change of this blind audition based on voice is exactly what many audiences are looking for.

Not to mention, this program caters to contestants from all walks of life, all of which inspire the audience's desire to develop.

Under such circumstances, although "Super Girl" has a huge foundation, its ratings were overtaken by "The Voice of East" within half a month.

And the gap is gradually widening.

One cannot help but sigh that Phoenix TV, as its name suggests, has truly begun its rebirth!

During this month, although Du Sheng noticed these changes, he rarely returned to the mainland.

He has traveled to Seoul, Singapore, Keelung, Malaysia, and Kuoman Valley.

Held nearly twenty concerts in a row.

Wherever they went, the fans at the scene went crazy.

Especially in Chinese-populated areas such as Malaysia and Singapore, his popularity has reached an unprecedented height.

Some Sheng fans even joked that Brother Sheng's appeal is no less than that of the Four Heavenly Kings.

In the future Asian entertainment industry, it may be Du Sheng’s era!

Although this view is mostly ridiculed, it has been recognized by many people in the industry.

The Four Heavenly Kings initially became famous through music, and their core supporters also mostly came from the music field.

However, in recent years, their investment in music has decreased significantly and the number of works has also decreased.

This caused them to gradually lose the support of some of their original fans.

However, the Four Heavenly Kings are not ordinary people. They have accumulated deep roots in the Chinese-speaking world.

When the tease was shared on social media, fans of the Four Heavenly Kings quickly united and a wave of 'friendly exchanges' soon followed.

It has to be said that Du Sheng's four major achievements are still very valuable:

The Asian ratings of "The Legend of Sword and Fairy" and "Full House", two Best Actor titles, two gold belts and album sales exceeded 700 million.

This made the fans of the Four Heavenly Kings feel a little depressed, but they could not refute each other's achievements.

Because these achievements are truly unmatched by anyone.

For example, in this Asian tour, Du Sheng showed extremely high standards in every song he sang and composed.

Whether it is an affectionate love song or a dynamic fast song, the audience is immersed in the dual enjoyment of music and dance.

The atmosphere on the scene was extremely warm and enthusiastic.

It's not something that can be criticized for covering Japanese songs.

In particular, several consecutive concerts held in Seoul were praised by local fans as one of the most fantastic live performances in the history of Korea.

Seoul has therefore become a holy place in the hearts of Sheng fans.

Interestingly, this time, Sheng fans chose orange as the color for their support, which is in stark contrast to the sky blue of the famous local group GOD.

This not only exacerbated the conflict between Sheng fans and GOD fans.

It even led to some gunfights.

Park Jinyoung of JYP Entertainment also took the opportunity to make some remarks unfavorable to Du Sheng.

Claiming that orange is a color once abandoned by God and is not as beautiful as the blue ocean.

This statement immediately aroused strong dissatisfaction among Korean Guosheng fans, and they launched a protest.

In fact, whether in terms of film and television music quality, sales or influence in Asia, Du Sheng's achievements have long surpassed GOD.

This is something that almost no one denies in the music industry in Korea.

Park Jin-young naturally has ulterior motives for continuing to oppose the plan.

Although Du Sheng's rapid rise in Korea has brought a huge impact to GOD, he unexpectedly discovered a bizarre situation.

Not only did GOD's peripheral business not decrease, but it increased dramatically!
Through in-depth investigation, he realized that during this conflict, many fans became more emotional and more willing to spend money on their idols.

This ongoing confrontation not only consolidates the loyalty of GOD fans, but also stimulates their desire to consume.

Because of this, Park Jin-young simply portrayed GOD as a local Korean force to fight against Du Sheng.

This strategy successfully aroused some anti-China sentiments among Koreans, causing them to support GOD.

In the past, GOD’s main competitor was TVXQ, and they were almost forced to disband by the other side.

The emergence of such voices in the domestic market has actually increased GOD's competitiveness.

This may be the reason why people's cohesion is unprecedentedly strengthened during wartime.

Therefore, although Park Jin-young was hostile to Du Sheng on the surface, his inner beliefs had long been shaken.

I also hope that Du Sheng can grow and develop in the Korean country and act as a catfish!

This will not only stimulate the consumption enthusiasm of GOD fans, but also encourage GOD members to work harder and unite more.

Some of the original conflicts within GOD, such as members' demands for increased profits, have become less acute under Du Sheng's pressure.

Park Jin-young can even say with confidence:
"Have you surpassed Du Sheng?"

This reason left the members speechless, and they could only focus more on training and improving themselves.

In the previous life, this group would have completely collapsed in the second half of the year due to interests and internal problems.

Park Jin Young often sighs that the boss has a really unique vision!
The existence of Du Sheng, the catfish, is simply the driving force for the development of cultural pillars.

Sheng fans have remained remarkably firm in the face of all kinds of abuse and accusations.

"Being a fan of someone else is selling out your country? Haha, I laughed."

"Didn't JYP Entertainment promote GOD abroad? Then does it count as betrayal for people from other countries to be fans of GOD?"

"Double-standard people are the most annoying. The country is promoting the internationalization of the cultural industry. Aren't you people who are dragging its feet also selling out the country?"

"Du Sheng Oppa is so outstanding that those lemons can only be sour!"

Du Sheng held several consecutive concerts in Seoul, which brought the enthusiasm of fans to a peak.

Some good-looking people or idol trainees like Yoona also posted selfies of their concerts.

Many neutral passers-by were attracted by the beauty and enthusiasm, and only after some understanding did they discover this treasure land.

It turns out that there are so many beautiful female fans supporting Du Sheng. This has also attracted many people of the opposite sex to join the ranks of fake fans.

With this addition and subtraction, GOD fans became even more angry.

Du Sheng didn't care about this farce, and he was also aware of the local entertainment industry's intention in letting him go.

As for the catfish effect, Musk said he is very familiar with it.

After finishing in Seoul, the group rushed to Nagoya, Yokohama, Nanyang and other places in Japan to continue the tour.

Since the route covers a large number of countries and regions, more than half of the time is spent on the journey.

This lasted for more than half a month before the last trip to Manggu in Nanyang was completed.

Then, the last performance will be held at the Beijing Sports Stadium.

The reason for going to so much trouble is naturally out of concern for profit.

After all, Japan's market, whether it's movies or music, is still the second largest in the world.

This final ending will naturally bring the entire tour to a climax.

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(End of this chapter)