Actor: Thank you.

Brazil's former President Luca came to visit China and said this in an interview.

"I always follow Chinese football."

A Brazilian said he follows the Chinese national football team.

These are words spoken by a president.

In order to "beg for food", people are so sincere and humble to this extent.

You said it's easy to make some money.

Although polite, the other party obviously didn't know that these words were like rubbing cumin, chili powder, sugar and pepper into the wound of Chinese fans.

It has made Chinese netizens very popular.

Zhang Yuan is now facing a similar situation.

Guests came to chat with him one after another. Regardless of their age or seniority, they all greeted him with a smile and were genuinely happy.

Hanging around him, speaking politely.

After all, it's all for the sake of gaining some benefits.

He didn't have this treatment before.

But two movies in a row were huge hits.

These days, a box office of tens of millions is considered a big hit.

A box office of over 100 million yuan could even rank among the top three in the annual ranking.

There is a huge difference between the market size in later generations.

"Crazy Stone" and "Secret" both sold more than 5000 million box office in mainland China.

And both productions were made on a low budget.

Those who are attentive will find that something is wrong.

How come all the films Zhang Yuan makes can make money?

When people encounter problems, they always like to think about things in a simple way.

It takes so much effort to analyze the market and figure out the advantages of a work.

There is a person behind the movie, this person is lucky... Utilitarian and superstitious thoughts like these are the first ones that come to mind.

The film and television industry is very superstitious.

Some artists debuted based on their horoscope rather than their looks or abilities.

Whether some bosses are recruiting artists or hiring directors, they always ask a master to calculate their fortune first to see how their luck is.

And there are quite a few such people, especially in Hong Kong and Taiwan.

Just like Zeng Zhiwei, who is standing in front of him now, grinning.

But superstition is only one aspect. More importantly, he is attracted by the money in Zhang Yuan's hands.

"There's a new movie over in Formosa."

"How about it, are you interested in doing it together?" Jay Chou, who was pushed forward by Eric Tsang, said while touching his nose.

"Or are you the director?" Zhang Yuan asked doubtfully.

Is the addiction so severe?
"No, it was Director Chu Yen-ping who contacted me."

"Oh..." Zhang Yuan understood.

Zhu Yanping is the one who filmed "Abbot's Courtyard".

The combination of two children and one child was very popular all over the country at that time, and the box office in Taiwan reached hundreds of millions.

But overall, Zhu Yanping's level is not that good.

He is one of those people who has been around for many years, produced many works, and has made quite a bit of box office revenue, but still hasn't figured out what the movie industry is all about.

Some people may ask, how can you still not understand it after playing it for decades?

Hey, don't say that.

There are a lot of people like this in all walks of life. Many of them are lucky and have strong connections, and they do really well when the market is good.

But if the market goes bad, it won’t work.

His rise to fame and style are actually somewhat similar to Wang Jing's. Both of them have extremely high output and have filmed third-level works.

But Wang Jing still has real skills, this guy is a little bit inferior.

Zhang Yuan guessed it after counting on his fingers.

The new work that the two people in front of me are talking about should be "Slam Dunk".

The quality of the film was average, but the box office was pretty good.

This work is a model of sacrificing Jay Chou's popularity in exchange for money.

It’s about monetizing traffic.

Anyway, it's not my own popularity that is being consumed. If I'm only responsible for making money, then there's nothing wrong with that.

It can also provide the company's artists with opportunities to show their faces, which is the best of both worlds.

"Okay, let's talk about it in detail." Zhang Yuan came back to his senses and replied.

"Awesome!" Jay Chou said happily.

"You, Brother Zhiwei and I are old acquaintances, so everything can be discussed." Zhang Yuan replied politely, "But you should take less pay for the film."

"We are all friends, it's easy." Jay Chou smiled shyly.

Even though he knew it wasn't a good work, he still wanted to participate.

Besides making money, there is another reason.

Director Chu Yen-ping is the exclusive director of Baodao Changhong Film and Television.

Most of the films he made were backed by this company.

The boss of this company is Wu Dun, the ghost-fearing man.

Just like Hou Hsiao-hsien has the support of the Four Seas Gang, Chu Yen-ping has the support of the Bamboo Union.

For the movie "Apple", Zhang Yuan asked Bamboo Union to invest money, so they can be considered a partner.

Normally, Cheng Hao would attend big events like today, but he was not there today.

Huang Bo and the others also asked about this before dinner.

It wasn't a sick leave, but Zhang Yuan assigned her some official business.

She is not here today because she went to Formosa.

Because the leader of the Bamboo Union, a generation of warlord and landlubber, Chen Chu, and his father just passed away.

Since they are partners and Chen Chuhe has signed a contract with his company, he naturally cannot just ignore it.

But Zhang Yuan himself couldn't go.

When such a big shot passes away, the media in Taiwan will definitely get wind of it.

If someone photographs him appearing at the funeral of a gangster, it will damage his positive image.

Some things can be done but cannot be said or made public.

He couldn't go in person, and just asking Alyssa Chia to bring him a wreath didn't seem very considerate.

So he simply asked Cheng Hao to take her assistant and go there in person as an agent.

She had her assistant show up at the funeral, while she went to the other party's home to visit him in person to express her sincerity.

He can still use the forces in Taiwan, and since the landlubber refused to cooperate as soon as he left, it is inevitable that they will have some thoughts.

After chatting with the two for a few more sentences, Zhang Yuan thought about it.

In just a short while, two plays have come to me.

The little money I just earned hasn't even warmed up yet, and I have to spend it all.

In fact, he was still thinking too simply. The money he had just earned was not enough.

You have to put it in.

Because someone else lined up to find him.

"Teacher He, Sister Li Xiang, thank you for your help today." Zhang Yuan saw the two of them coming forward and hurriedly said politely.

"You're welcome. We're all friends. It's only natural." After saying that, Teacher He took a half step to the side, revealing his big fat face.

"Friends are there to help each other."

"Xiangxiang just happens to have something and needs your help."

Zhang Yuan: …

Looking at Wang Yuelun who was smiling at him foolishly, Zhang Yuan smacked his lips a few times.

So you are waiting for me here?

I said that you two were so enthusiastic today and even took the initiative to take over the hosting job.

But don’t look at the monk’s face, look at the Buddha’s face.

Teacher He is quite nice.

Zhang Yuan also noticed that it was obvious that Wang Yuelun wanted to get to know him.

The person most directly involved in this matter is Li Xiang.

But he came over and helped out.

What direct benefit can he get?

Actually, no, it was just help from friends.

Li Xiang was indeed nicer to him, and He Jiong also had several houses in the capital.

He had just joined the station not long ago and was still a little brother following Li Xiang.

It was not even 00 at that time, but my sister persuaded him to take out a loan and buy several houses in the capital.

At that time, he still felt a lot of pressure and was not very happy.

But now you can make a lot of money.

In those days, if someone could persuade him to buy a house, especially in the capital, she would be closer than his own mother.

So he returned the favor by rushing to the front whenever the other party had any problems.

A little conversation will make it clear.

It seems that Li Xiang wants to support this new lover.

"Yue Lun has filmed music videos for Wang Fei and Zheng Jun, and also studied at the New York Film Academy." Li Xiang, with two big dimples on her cheeks, introduced her new boyfriend.

“This time he wants to try his hand at film.”

"I see that Ning Hao has been working with you, and Yue Lun and Ning Hao have similar experiences."

What she meant was that my man is the next Ning Hao.

Zhang Yuan thought that their experiences were similar, but their abilities were far different. But love was something that could easily make people lose their minds.

Although Li Xiang is a strong woman, she is also quite impulsive in her emotions.

Now, I have already helped the other party to set up a company, waiting to make great achievements.

Not only did he look for himself, he also searched all over his network, planning to invite friends from all walks of life to help.

I wanted to follow the trend and make a costume comedy called "Nine Perfects".

Zhang Yuan thought that this movie was not as good as "Slam Dunk".

It's a little better.

Why do I always find this kind of people...

Right.

Can someone who is truly famous and powerful find him?
For people like Zhang Yimou and Feng Xiaogang, there are always people who are eager to give them money.

Even Guan Hu is a special case, otherwise it would not be his turn in "Bullfighting".

He thought that at least these people were related to him. Even if he was not a friend, he was an old acquaintance of his friends.

Just don't be wronged.

Zhang Yuan rubbed his chin.

Before, I had to rush to find films to invest in.

In less than an hour today, three films have already come to us.

I can do it now!

A bit popular.

This is called a man's reputation and a tree's shadow.

When you are good, you will only get better.

As long as you have money, you will be surrounded by friends in three layers, both inside and outside.

"How about this, I'll go to your place in a few days, and we'll take the information and talk in detail."

"You have to treat me to a good meal!"

"Don't worry, just order whatever you want and choose whatever you like." Li Xiang put on the demeanor of an elder sister and replied generously.

"Okay, let's talk about it then."

Seeing that there was something interesting going on, the guys were in a good mood and went to the bar to drink again.

"Zhang Yuan..."

At this moment, Zhang Yuan was silently calculating how much money he would have to spend when he heard a weak cry from behind him.

"Who?"

"I..." Wu Jing, who had been waiting and eavesdropping for several rounds, had a conflicted look on his face.

"Why are you like this? Have you drunk too much?"

"Or did you drink too fast and have a stomachache?"

"no……"

Wu Jing feels very uncomfortable now.

Because he came here today to see Zhang Yuan about something.

And it's the same thing as those guys.

But just now I took a look and compared it.

Guan Hu is a well-known director, Jay Chou is a first-line artist, Li Xiang is also rich and famous, and has a close relationship with Mango TV.

I can't compare to any of them!
Although he was once very popular, he is not that popular now. He can only play supporting roles in Hong Kong, and most of them are minor villain roles.

So after watching those few scenes, I felt so guilty.

He didn't expect that such a short time had passed and Zhang Yuan had become so popular.

And it’s not that he became famous for his acting, but that people suddenly flooded in wanting to work with him.

Then will it be my turn?

"what happened to you?"

"If you have something to say, you should fart and hesitate."

"You come to my house for free meals every day, but now you're still so clumsy. It makes me angry just looking at you, you know?" Zhang Yuan joked.

"Well... I mentioned to you before that I wanted to make a movie myself..."

"I remember, how are the preparations going?"

"It's almost done, but are you still going to vote now?" Wu Jing asked cautiously.

Zhang Yuan saw through his thoughts.

No longer confident.

Or maybe they are afraid that they are powerless and have no money to support him.

"Don't worry, I mean what I say."

"I will help you achieve your dream even if it means borrowing money."

"Really!" The Kung Fu boy was moved when he heard him say that.

[Received thanks from Wu Jing, Boxing Basics +1! ]

"It's okay, but you have to spend less and stick to the budget."

"At worst, I can go out and work to support you."

"I still think you like me." Wu Jing twisted her waist and acted like a woman.

"Okay, okay, there are so many people watching, just savor it."

After receiving his promise, this guy was so happy that he ran around in the yard and threw a few punches.

There was applause in return.

"The Bullfight."

“Slam Dunk.”

"'Perfect Nine'."

"We also have to add Wu Jing's expenses..."

"Among these films, Slam Dunk actually has the highest cost."

"But with Wu Dun contributing the money, the pressure will be much less."

"Among the remaining few dramas, none of them cost more than 10 million yuan."

He did the math and decided he should be able to afford it.

But he definitely doesn't have the time to make a guest appearance or help promote the event in person, otherwise he wouldn't have to do anything.

All of a sudden, four plays were scheduled on the company's schedule, and Zhang Yuan felt inexplicably fulfilled.

"It's better to have a place to spend your money than to put it in a bank."

Moreover, at this time, most coal bosses and mine bosses have begun to go downhill, and such investors in the film and television industry have also begun to decrease.

It's just the right time to realize my ambitions.

These dramas should not lose money... except for Wu Jingxuan, which is a bit tough.

Just think of it as supporting him.

There is a saying: If you want to be a general's wife, you have to marry him when he is still a soldier.

Is it too late to reap the fruits of victory after success?

Is it still your turn?
At least these guys are serious about filming.

If any unauthorized clients come to you, you can use the excuse that the money has already been invested to shirk your responsibilities.

Zhang Yuan rubbed his stomach and felt a little bloated.

But I would rather loosen my belt and keep going.

Because he has another meal to reserve.

I adjusted my state and drank a cup of tea to clear my mind.

Just now someone else came to him, and now it was his turn to take the initiative.

"Uncle Guoli, Director Zheng, Teacher Wang."

He set out and came to the old emperor circle consisting of Zhang Guoli and Zheng Xiaolong and his wife.

"Kid, you are very angry!" Zhang Guoli immediately hooked his shoulder.

"I just wanted to talk to you, but there were so many people around you that I couldn't get a word in."

"There are a lot of people, but unfortunately they are all men."

"Hehehe..."

After attending the premiere last time, I went home and saw that the box office of "Secret" was rising steadily.

Zhang Guoli began to doubt his life.

It doesn't matter if my son is not as good as others.

Now I, an old man, am not as good as others.

It's also a movie.

He lost money and Zhang Yuan gained money.

There's no way to explain this.

"You have to take care of us old guys in the future." Uncle Guoli said half-jokingly.

"I can't stand it. If people outside hear you say this, they will poke me in the spine."

"And I need your help with something."

"Whatever it is, just tell me boldly."

Zhang Guoli caught a glimpse of him looking at Zheng Xiaolong, and knew that he had something to ask Director Zheng.

He quickly started to join in and started a conversation.

Chen Long and Zhang Guoli are both very capable and they love to support the younger generations. The two fathers are so powerful, why are the two boys... Zhang Yuan didn't know what to say.

I can only say that these two are great as people, but they are terrible as fathers.

"Okay." Zhang Yuan turned to Director Zheng and his wife.

"I have a novel in hand and would like to collaborate with you..." (End of this chapter)