Actor: Thank you.

evening.

After finally connecting with the main cast and crew as planned, which involved having a few drinks, Zhang Yuan returned to his room.

Open the door, turn on the light.

He stood at the door for a while, still feeling a little uncomfortable.

In this situation, there will usually be a pretty girl sitting on the sofa or in bed waiting for him.

However, the house was clean and deserted today.

Clearly, Fan Xiaopang wasn't waiting for him.

"That's good, it's rare to be able to rest..."

He was just about to take a shower when he heard footsteps behind him.

Fan Bingbing barged in, phone in hand, acting as if she were one of the guests.

"Okay, okay."

"Thank you for thinking of me."

"Could you please send me the artwork? I'd like to take a look."

"Okay, all right."

Zhang Yuan just stared at her.

Indeed, she didn't have time to wait for him in bed.

Her own announcement was enough to make Hu Jun and his group envious.

But Fan Bingbing's number of announcements was almost the same as his.

Moreover, there are even more business deals and endorsements.

"Phew...you're back?" She put down her phone and crossed her arms. "What are you doing here?"

"I was just about to take a shower when you arrived."

"I haven't washed either, let's have one."

After saying that, she started taking off her clothes and untying her hair tie.

Zhang Yuan: …

Whose room is this anyway? Who gets to decide what's in charge of this room?

Seeing his helpless expression, Fan Bingbing threw the still-warm bra at his face.

"Don't smell it!" came a mocking laugh.

Zhang Yuan tossed her his boxer shorts, and before she could dodge, he said, "Don't smell them either!"

"Who cares about you!"

The two of them playfully went into the bathroom and showered for about an hour.

"You're so annoying, you've wasted so much time."

"Are you rushing to a gig?" Zhang Yuan asked, touching her lower back.

"There is a lot of homework to do."

"If you have homework to do, then why did you come to me?"

"You are very knowledgeable, and I need your advice on some things."

Whenever she needs something, she starts saying nice things to me… Zhang Yuan pinched her cheek.

"Go ahead."

I thought she wanted my help with the script and the work.

After all, the number of people searching for her notebooks was frighteningly large, like snowflakes falling from the sky.

But she didn't mean it that way.

They indicated they would make their own plans.

She's still quite formidable; the resources she currently controls are already considerable.

Li Yu, the director of "Apple", wrote a new script called "Buddha Mountain" and asked her to collaborate with him for the second time.

The person who called her just now was Wang Xiaoshuai. He has a new script and is also looking to discuss it with her.

She not only planned to read the script, but also wanted to read Wang Xiaoshuai's previous works to have a foundation before collaborating and to better understand him.

Otherwise, it would be very awkward if you had no connection with the director on set and couldn't answer any questions from reporters.

This is what she meant by "homework".

She's quite adept at navigating social situations and interpersonal relationships.

And no matter how busy she is, she will prepare before filming, so it's not accurate to say that she's just a pretty face.

Her professional abilities should not be completely disregarded because of her good looks.

And that's not all, because this is only within China.

There are also two foreign films.

One is the French film "The Horseman," which tells the story of a jockey.

The other one is the South Korean film "My Way," the new work of director Kang Je-gyu, who also directed "Taegukgi."

The main actors are Jang Dong-gun and Joe Odagiri.

This movie is quite famous. The famous scene is when the Japanese launch the Banzai charge and use trucks to ram into the Russian T-34 tanks.

The result, of course, was that "my comrades were beside me in the morning, and at noon they were on the tracks of a Soviet tank."

Kang Je-gyu approached her because he had seen "Apple" and thought she was capable of acting in serious dramas.

South Korea particularly likes female celebrities who are "daring," meaning they have both acting skills and the courage to take their clothes off.

The fact that these roles were offered to her also proves her commercial value.

That's not all; poet Chen is also preparing a new play, "The Orphan of Zhao".

Now that China Film Group has stopped investing, Director Chen is going to mess with Shanghai Film Group instead...

You will eventually find her.

"You may act, but there are many unspoken rules in this industry."

"But you need to be careful about what you should and shouldn't participate in," Zhang Yuan reminded him.

"What, are you worried that I'll climb into the director's bed in the middle of the night?" Fan Bingbing was quite pleased to hear him say that.

You get jealous sometimes too?

"I'm not talking about this kind of lowest-level unspoken rule."

Zhang Yuan didn't explain it clearly, he just hinted at it.

Fan Bingbing is able to receive, and even participate in, so many works not only because of her personal abilities and value, but also because she is a particularly "rule-abiding" person.

Those who understand the rules will proactively cooperate with various forces to obtain benefits, whether legal or illegal.

Even so, countless people want to participate but have no chance.

Because she knows the rules and won't break the unspoken rules, people feel comfortable letting her come.

She is incredibly shrewd and adept at social maneuvering.

In this respect, none of the other members of the "Four Dan and Two Bing" are her match.

“I’m not like you, I’m a woman.” Fan Bingbing lowered her voice after hearing his words: “Men and women are different in this line of work.”

"Alright, let's not talk about this anymore." Zhang Yuan didn't stop her, he was just reminding her.

He has no right to stop others from getting rich and famous.

You have to walk your own path.

"Just tell me what you want to see me about."

"Yes." She nodded. "The TV series 'The Golden Era' that I invested in and produced has been sold to a TV station."

"Oh, when will you transfer the profits to me?" He also has investments.

"You'll get your share." Fan Bingbing pouted somewhat discontentedly: "I'll eat with you, drink with you, sleep with you, and I'll even help you make money."

"You'd better treat me better," she muttered for a moment before getting back to the main point.

"Besides TV stations, online platforms also approach us to buy TV drama copyrights."

"That's exactly what I wanted to ask you."

Oh?
Zhang Yuan smiled and smoothed her long hair.

She truly is a woman with an insatiable ambition; she has a keen sense of market changes.

Fan Bingbing saw him laughing heartily at the news about the fight between Sohu and Youku that day, and he laughed for a whole day.

The next day, the manager of my studio said that an online platform had contacted me wanting to buy the film's copyright.

She figured that Zhang Yuanhe's condition must be something wrong.

He's so smart, he wouldn't be laughing for no reason.

I was worried there might be a problem, so I specifically came here to ask.

"You've come to the right person!" Zhang Yuan slapped her fleshy buttocks hard, making a loud slapping sound.

“I can tell you very clearly.”

"Don't rush to sell the online rights to 'The Golden Era'. Negotiate with several companies, don't hold back on the price, and boldly raise it!"

"Also, the copyright sale period should be as short as possible, preferably one year, and no longer than three years."

"Why?" Seeing his certainty, Fan Bingbing became interested.

"Why don't you serve me first, and then I'll answer your questions."

She rolled her eyes dramatically, then lowered her head while tying her hair.

She demonstrated through her own actions the inevitable connection between copyright disputes and rising copyright prices.

And I told her explicitly that the future of TV dramas lies in online platforms.

This is not a technical problem, it's a funding problem.

How much money can the TV station afford?

And how much capital do those internet giants have?

The difference is an order of magnitude.

"If that's the case, then shouldn't we directly collaborate with online platforms for our future filming projects?... Oh, right!"

Fan Bingbing then remembered that Zhang Yuan had bought a small number of shares in Tudou.com several years ago.

She stared blankly at the man in front of her.

"You didn't foresee this happening, did you?"

“The general trend is undeniable,” Zhang Yuan replied confidently. “Furthermore, I have already partnered with Youku on a TV series, which will be broadcast in the next few days.”

Fan Xiaopang shook his head repeatedly with a smile.

They were definitely one step ahead!
Before others could even react, he had already finished the task.

No wonder he earns more than others.

"But you invested in Tudou, so how can you cooperate with Youku?"

"Moreover, Sohu's main target this time was Youku."

"Is there going to be a problem?"

She sensed something was wrong.

"Don't worry, just wait and see."

In chess, you always anticipate when placing a piece.

If you wait until the times are upon you before making your move, it will be too late.

"Then tell me the details of the film, and I'll check out your masterpiece when it airs."

"Besides this, there's something else I'd like to ask for your opinion on." Fan Bingbing was becoming increasingly interested in the man in front of her. "My studio has been established for quite some time now."

“I think it’s time to bring in more people.”

"Looking to recruit employees?"

"We've been hiring all along, and we already have quite a few people," Fan Bingbing said, rubbing her head with one hand. "I'm looking to recruit artists."

"You have quite a few elite soldiers under your command..."

Zhang Yuan squinted.

What?

You're trying to take advantage of my people?

"Look at how stingy you are!" Fan Bingbing flicked his nose: "Do you think I'd poach your people?"

“I mean other people.”

What do you think of Wang Xueqi, the actor in the production team?

Zhang Yuan rolled his eyes, indicating that he would observe.

In fact, there's no need to observe; its reputation speaks for itself.

But he still made a special trip to the filming location of Group A the next day.

Coincidentally, the film crew was shooting scenes for teacher Wang Xueqi in a warehouse set up like a printing factory.

The list is arranged according to the crew members, which is the internal list.

Zhang Yuan was the first to be photographed because he was the most popular.

The film crew is very pragmatic; whoever makes the most money is the boss.

The second in line is Brother Liang Jiahui.

Wang Xueqi is listed fifth or sixth on the list, which is relatively low among the main actors.

But his role is quite important, and it's not easy to play.

When Zhang Yuanhe, the director, and people around him talked about "Bodyguards and Assassins," they kept saying that Wang Xueqi was the male lead.

He was in charge of martial arts, while Teacher Wang was in charge of literature.

His low ranking is entirely due to his lack of fame.

This is the cruel reality of the entertainment industry.

The female lead may have only been in the industry for 3 years, while the actress playing her mother is a veteran actress with 30 years of experience.

The female lead gets 1000 million yuan in salary, while the actress playing the mother only gets 50 yuan.

It doesn't matter how many years you've been in the industry; it all comes down to the market.

Wang Xueqi is a veteran actor in terms of both ability and experience.

"These are extraordinary times."

"There must be a unified plan that brings together the strength of all sectors of society."

Teacher Wang stood on the second floor, reciting his lines.

The character he played, Li Yutang, was a wealthy businessman in Hong Kong, and the newspaper was also one of his businesses.

He secretly supported his friend Chen Shaobai, who is also the character played by Liang Jiahui.

He outwardly kept his queue while doing business, but secretly supported the revolutionaries.

It wasn't that he had any lofty ideals; he was just a businessman hedging his bets.

But now his friend has disappeared without a trace, clearly captured by the Qing government, his fate unknown.

It was only when he mistakenly believed that his friend had died that he first had the idea of ​​participating in the revolution.

The words I'm about to say are all ones that Liang Jiahui said before.

He vividly portrayed the kind of person who initially recited from the script, but became increasingly passionate and eloquent as he spoke.

The process of transformation from a simple businessman to someone who gradually understands and is influenced by the revolutionaries.

In scenes where a character's emotions evolve within a short period, the audience needs to notice the progression, but the acting must not be exaggerated.

The dimensions inside are difficult to determine.

But Teacher Wang's performance was just right.

At first, his tone was wooden, almost like a broken record, but with each sentence, his emotions gradually unfolded, becoming full and rich.

Zhang Yuan stood to the side, arms crossed, watching.

"As expected of the Great Hero Guo..."

Fan Bingbing was the same; after acting opposite Teacher Wang a few times in this play, she discovered that he was a master.

After chatting with him, I learned that he was a part-time freelancer, and that's when I got interested.

How can one let a chance to meet a truly remarkable person slip by!
Zhang Yuan felt a little regretful that he had forgotten about this.

Otherwise, I should have accepted this person's offer.

Forget it, I won't compete with Fan Bingbing for her man.

This production team is quite interesting; both Zhu Yuanzhang and Zhu Di are in it.

Moreover, they were playing the opposing side.

Hu Jun plays Yan Xiaoguo, who ultimately kills Li Chongguang, who is impersonating Sun Yat-sen's double and is Wang's son in the film.

Could this be considered Chongba avenging Yunwen...?

Wang Xueqi's portrayal of Zhu Di is on par with Hu Jun's portrayal of Zhu Yuanzhang; both are considered the most classic screen portrayals of single historical figures.

Teacher Wang's portrayal of Zhu Di perfectly captured that decisive, spirited, and ruthless nature.

At the same time, the sudden cowardice he displayed when dreaming of his father, Old Zhu, and the change in his eyes that lit up when he saw the Imperial Seal of the State, were also top-notch.

That drama, "Ming Dynasty", is a bit like "Young Marshal". After the veteran actors leave the show, it becomes less interesting.

It has to be these veteran artists!

Moreover, Wang Xueqi and Li Xuejian are indeed from the same place.

Back then, Wang Xueqi, Li Xuejian, and Pu Cunxi were known as the "Three Heroes of the Air Force Political Department".

That's a nice way of putting it; they're actually called the "Three Major Supporting Roles of the Air Force Political Department."

They're everywhere, but they only get minor roles.

But in the end, all three of them became top figures.

However, compared to Li Xuejian, the other two have slightly narrower acting ranges.

But that's only relative, because Li Xuejian is so talented; she's top-notch in everything she acts in.

Wang Xueqi is particularly good at playing ambitious and powerful figures.

If it's too soft, it's not quite right.

He can play any role with ease: a chivalrous hero, a king, a bandit leader, a big boss.

If a character is associated with the word "domineering," casting him is a sure way to guarantee success.

"It's good, but there are a lot of rumors." Zhang Yuan shook his head with a smile, and took the initiative to go up and greet the other party during the break.

They weren't strangers; they'd met before during the "My Own Swordsman" era.

He met Li Zongren, who was also in the cast of "The Founding of a Republic".

He's a veteran actor, but he wasn't very well-known before.

They are well-known and highly regarded within the industry, but their popularity outside the industry is relatively low.

His rise to fame was largely due to his rumored relationship with Fan Bingbing.

For a while afterward, there were constant rumors that Fan Bingbing and Wang Xueqi were in a relationship, and even that they were going to elope...

Teacher Wang is 65 years old now. Even if any man were to be with Fan Bingbing, he might have the desire, but it's uncertain how much strength he would still have left.

The audience believed this, mainly because wherever Fan Bingbing was, Teacher Wang was also there, and the two collaborated on every film.

This is because Fan Bingbing is promoting his own employees.

It's the same principle as Yang Mi having to take Dilraba with her wherever she goes.

Many of Fan Bingbing's contract terms included bringing her own people along.

Zhang Yuan would do this too.

Moreover, Fan Bingbing gets involved in scandals with everyone she works with, so she's used to it.

Unfortunately, not long after she signed with Teacher Wang, he started filing for divorce.

And they went to court, causing quite a stir.

Once the media publicized it, the so-called "veteran artist abandoned his family and career for a female star" became a popular saying.

In fact, Wang Xueqi had wanted a divorce for a long time.

He's an actor within the system, but his wife is even more powerful; her status is the same as Liu Qianqian's father's.

Furthermore, Lao An was only a first-class secretary, while Mrs. Wang was a counselor, a rank higher than Lao An.

Mr. An works in Paris, the capital, while Mrs. Wang works in Sydney, the capital of Australia.

Despite Australia not sounding as prestigious as France, it is a country rich in resources.

Iron ore, in particular, is of high quality and easy to mine, and the early 20th century also coincided with a boom in the domestic construction industry.

Being stationed there permanently is actually a lucrative job.

But one of them was on assignment abroad and the other was filming, so they never saw each other.

The feelings had long since faded.

Teacher Wang had wanted a divorce for a long time, but she kept it to herself.

Firstly, their son is not yet an adult.

Secondly, his wife's father held a high position of power, so he dared not.

Can you get a job in Sydney without a powerful father?

Just how impressive is Teacher Wang's father-in-law?

He has personal relationships with all the people who speak on the evening news.

If Fan Bingbing were to really get involved in such a family and interfere, the consequences would be far more serious than you might imagine.

If Mrs. Wang were to let out a yelp, a whole bunch of her relatives, friends, uncles, and elders who are always on the news would immediately come out and kill her.

Fan Bingbing isn't stupid; she wouldn't risk her career and even her life for a decrepit old man.

After her divorce 10 years ago, Teacher Wang's career took off. Besides Fan Bingbing's help, there was another reason.

In that kind of family, there were many roles that were difficult for him to play.

Especially for villains, bullies, or characters who are overly sentimental, one must be cautious.

After the divorce, I felt much more free and had fewer restrictions on the roles I could take on.

"Teacher Wang, please take care of me in the future." Zhang Yuan talked with the other party for a long time, discussing the details of the performance.

The older generation is still worth learning from.

"Zhang Yuan, come here for a moment. There are a few actors you're acting opposite over here. They just arrived. Let's get to know each other." Assistant director Ye Weiming called him as they were talking.

"Hey, I'm here." He ran to the film crew's public rest area.

"These are all people you'll be filming scenes with later, especially action scenes."

"You should get to know each other first."

There were quite a few, and they were all strong and fit.

Zhang Yuan glanced around and spotted a familiar face among the crowd.

It was Shi Xingyu from Shaolin Temple… (End of Chapter)