This top guy is crazy!

The following day, Cheng Cheng began formal preparations for "The Wandering Earth 2".

He first wrote the script, submitted it for review, and then selected the actors.

The Wandering Earth 2 added many more important characters, such as Liu Peiqiang's wife Han Duoduo, Tu Hengyu, Zhou Zhezhi (played by Li Xuejian), Zhang Peng (who is over fifty years old), and so on.

Cheng Cheng plans to give the role of Tu Hengyu to Liu Weichi, while Han Duoduo, Zhou Zhezhi, and Zhang Peng will not be designated, and will be selected through fair competition among the company's artists.

This is also one way to motivate the artists under its management.

A week later, the formal project approval meeting for "The Wandering Earth 2" was held.

Participants included Myth Entertainment, the Bureau of Culture, the State Administration of Radio, Film and Television, and major film and television companies.

The contents of the meeting were published in newspapers that same day.

The Wandering Earth 2 has been officially approved and registered, with a release date set for the first day of the Chinese New Year in 2028. Liu Weichi has confirmed his participation in the film.

"Today, the highly anticipated sci-fi blockbuster 'The Wandering Earth 2' held its project approval meeting in Beijing."

The project approval meeting was led by the production company, Myth Entertainment, and attended by leaders from the Film Bureau of the Ministry of Culture, relevant departments of the State Administration of Radio and Television, and representatives from several major domestic film and television companies.

The meeting not only completed the formal project registration process for the film, but also marked the beginning of the full preparation stage for this work, which represents a new height for science fiction films in China. The convergence of resources from various parties demonstrates the strong support and high expectations from both within and outside the industry for "The Wandering Earth 2".

In a post-meeting interview, director Cheng Cheng officially confirmed that award-winning actor Liu Weichi will join the film and play a key role.

Besides Tu Hengyu, the film will also introduce several new characters who are central to the plot. Director Cheng Cheng revealed in an interview that the casting for several significant roles has not yet been finalized.

Director Cheng Cheng stated that these important roles will be open to fair competition from artists under Shinhwa Entertainment. Which artists will ultimately stand out and win these highly challenging and audience-friendly roles will be a major point of interest going forward.

It is reported that director Cheng Cheng has efficiently completed the scriptwriting for "The Wandering Earth 2" and successfully passed the relevant review process.

Currently, pre-production work for the film is in full swing, including detailed shooting plan development, scene design, visual effects pre-research, and internal selection for open roles.

The release date is set for the 2028 Spring Festival, which means that this epic production has ample production time and strives to reach new heights in visual spectacle, story depth and emotional expression.

Two years later, the official launch of "The Wandering Earth 2" heralds the return of a benchmark sequel to Chinese science fiction films.

On the first day of the Lunar New Year in 2028, humanity will once again face a test of life and death, embarking on a new journey of wandering.

The news caused an uproar among netizens, who welcomed the king with open arms.

"Little broken ball! I've finally waited for you!"

"Even though there's still a year to go, I'm willing to wait! Go, Ball 2! The light of Tianxia science fiction!"

"Cheng Cheng! You finally remembered the trap you dug!"

"The script for the first season of The Ball was very solid, so the pressure to make a sequel is immense!"

"I hope the special effects and story can be improved, so that the long wait won't be in vain!"

You can always trust Cheng Cheng!

"Director Cheng, even the donkeys in the production team dare not rest like this! Can you speed things up a little?"

"Two years! Frog Bro, do you know how I've been through these past three years? I've practically worn out my patina from playing Ball 1!"

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Mythical Building:

In Yan Gou'er's office.

Agent Zhang asked:
"Xiao Yan, the scripts for 'Ball 2' have arrived. The female lead has a significant role and is quite outstanding. Should we give it a try?" she analyzed.

"President Cheng is taking this very seriously and is demanding fair competition, but ultimately it will depend on how well the role suits the character. Han Duoduo is set up as a candidate astronaut, with maternal qualities and action scenes. Xiao Yan, I think your image and status are the most suitable."

Since the global success of "Resident Evil 3", female action stars like Emily, who combine charm and fighting prowess, have experienced a resurgence in popularity.

The character Han Duoduo has a lot of action scenes, which is very much in line with current popular trends. If Yan Gou'er can get the role, she can use it to transform her career.

Moreover, Yan Gou'er hasn't had a major work in over a year since "Green Snake," so this is a perfect opportunity.

“Most importantly,” Sister Zhang continued, “we can’t wait any longer. The market is constantly changing, and newcomers in the company are also eyeing us. You don’t participate in variety shows, so we need this opportunity.”

In addition, your image and temperament are both exquisite and beautiful, and you can also carry off a heroic spirit.

The physical condition you've maintained for over a year is all preparation for this role. And looking at the entire company, whether it's your star power or the national and international recognition you've built from your past works, Xiao Yan, you're the most suitable for this role! From a moral, logical, and commercial value perspective, it should be yours.”

Yan Gou'er picked up the script and began to read it carefully.

Sister Zhang was still talking about how to operate, how to prepare, and how to ensure everything went perfectly, but Yan Gou'er didn't hear a word she said; she treated it all as if it were just passing by.

She simply looked at the script and pondered the character.

After a long pause, she put down the script and said:

"Sister Zhang, this role is not suitable for me."

Ms. Zhang suspected she had misheard:

"What? You just said it's not suitable? What makes it unsuitable?"

Yan Gou'er said:

"Let someone else in the company take the call."

"No," Sister Zhang was still trying to salvage the situation. "Xiao Yan, why? Do you know what giving up this opportunity means? This time, President Cheng is personally in charge. If we lose this opportunity, we don't know when we'll get such a good script again. Moreover, industry assessments all believe that 'The Ball 2' has a chance to surpass 'Resident Evil 3' and become the highest-grossing film in global film history. Once you get this role, it means you have a very high chance of becoming the world's No. 1 actress! Don't you want to surpass Jiang Nan?"

Yan Gou'er remained unmoved, looking calmly at Sister Zhang, and said:

“Sister Zhang, do you really think I’m suitable for this role? Han Duoduo is a candidate astronaut, with a tall stature and a large frame. If you force me to play the role, there will only be one result: I won’t be able to portray her well, and she will be portrayed as ‘thin’. The audience isn’t blind; they can see that.”

“These things can be made up for with makeup and post-production,” Sister Zhang said, before adding more.

Yan Gou'er interrupted her directly:
"Sister Zhang, I know what I'm persisting in, you don't need to persuade me."

"Besides, the company also has a script for 'Night Shift,' and I think that role is more suitable for me."

Sister Zhang opened her mouth, feeling a sense of absurdity:
"But that's just an art film, with an investment of less than 100 million yuan. Compared to 'The Ball 2,' it's not even a ripple. What can it bring you? A little bit of vague word-of-mouth? Can it make you stand on the top of the world?"

Yan Gou'er countered:
"Isn't being at the top of the world just an empty title?"

Sister Zhang gave a wry smile, thinking that Yan Gou'er was simply too stubborn. How could someone be like that, giving up such a great role just for her own insistence?

Is it really worth it?

She found it absurd and incomprehensible.

In reality, Yan Gou'er felt that Sister Zhang was somewhat blinded by the role. Since Director Cheng said that it was fair competition, he wouldn't consider things like status and influence. Even if she really competed fairly, would she be able to get the role?

It's better not to consider it in the first place. (End of Chapter)