Actor: Thank you.

A martial arts-themed talent show invited two kung fu superstars, Chen Long and Li Lianjie, as guests. Will it work?

This is the proposal proposed by Zhang Yuan when he was communicating with Editor-in-Chief Liu.

What we are doing is integrating advantageous resources.

If someone doesn't use it, it will expire and become invalid!
I have to use it quickly since I just finished filming a movie with these two and our relationship is very good.

Editor-in-Chief Liu had heard of his proposal before, and his leader asked him to help.

But I didn't expect that once he opened his mouth, it would cause such a big stir!

"Can it be done?"

Editor-in-Chief Liu was of course very excited when he heard these two names.

They are two big brothers in the film industry.

Looking at the entire Chinese film industry, there are no active actors with higher status than these two.

Not to mention whether they have schedules or not, just the announcement fees for the two of them would be a liability even for CCTV.

"It's all right. Just wait and see."

Now, Zhang Yuan has told these two brothers about this matter.

According to Li Lianjie's personality, he is too lazy to get involved in such matters.

This guy has been doing pretty well in recent dramas, and many crews have approached him for production.

"The Forbidden Kingdom" made him a lot of money, and then there was "The Warlords", for which he received more than 1000 million US dollars.

But it's not over yet.

Now two more Hollywood crews are contacting him, and both of them are very famous.

One is "The Mummy 3" and the other is Sylvester Stallone.

The pay for these two dramas is over tens of millions of US dollars each.

Just say that Lao Li is very capable of making money.

Anyway, given his personality, I will shoot if you pay me.

As long as I am paid enough overtime pay, I don’t mind working like a slave.

Because life experience tells him that working like a slave for money is better than working like a slave for no money.

Zhang Yuan looked at Lao Li. In fact, he shouldn’t have gone to film "The Mummy 3".

What can I say about this play... It is a genuine display of American cultural hegemony.

Hollywood is an important part of American imperialism... This is not a fabrication. It was said by Brzezinski, the author of "The Grand Chessboard", a famous senior think tank member of the Beacon Country, and former National Security Assistant.

By exporting culture through Hollywood, we can influence and unify global cultural ideas, thus forming a cultural center centered on the Beacon Country.

Its impact goes far beyond culture.

It also had a huge impact on the world militarily.

Not to mention the ship-borne electromagnetic gun in "Transformers 2".

The tungsten rod space cannon in G.I. Joe 2.

This kind of near-future science fiction weapon has made many viewers believe it, and think that the Lighthouse Country is really researching these devastating war machines.

Many countries were fooled just by watching a movie.

This also includes the elderly.

But what the Americans didn’t expect was.

His plan is, I take a picture and you take a look.

I'll create a new folder so I can ask Congress for money. How great!

But a few years later, they suddenly discovered that the Chinese had really developed a shipborne electromagnetic gun... Damn, you really made it!

And it was not until then that China realized that you, the guy with thick eyebrows and big eyes, had never done anything like it!

If you haven't done this before, then what is this finished product in my hand?
I'm afraid of being too serious about everything. You're just making a movie, but I really made it...

The deception was successful, but it also failed.

But these are only occasional mistakes; most of the time Hollywood's cultural invasion is quite successful.

Among them, an important function of Hollywood is to fabricate and re-create the history of other countries based on American ideas.

If you ask him, by doing this, isn’t he afraid that other countries will retaliate with the same means?
As the saying goes, without history, you have no way to fabricate my history.

It has been less than 250 years since their country was founded, and others have no way to fight back.

"The Mummy 3" is a typical lighthouse-style blockbuster that distorts the history of other countries.

In fact, it’s not just “The Mummy 3”. The first two films also distorted the history of many African countries, including Egypt, on a large scale.

The third part even went straight to the head of the ancestor.

No matter how cruel the First Emperor was, his policy of "standardizing the wheel gauge and the writing system" alone was enough to make him admired by thousands of Chinese people.

It was he who laid the foundation for the long-term unity of the Chinese nation.

How many countries are still unable to achieve “standard wheels and writing system” even after more than 2000 years?

Some countries that are divided and indeed turbulent will never understand the value of the four words "Great Harmony under Heaven".

But our country with thousands of years of history is different.

More than 2000 years ago it was called the Great Harmony of the World; more than 2000 years later it is called a community with a shared future for mankind.

What does it mean to pass on the torch and inherit the tradition?

The ideological heritage of thousands of years cannot be understood by countries with only a hundred years of history.

Hollywood doesn't understand what dialectics is and only sees the brutal side of the First Emperor.

Or maybe, they just want thousands of viewers to see the brutal side of the Chinese ancestor.

It was actually not wise for Li Lianjie to play this obviously controversial role.

Even the series' signature heroine Rachel Weisz refused to act because the script and role were so bad.

Rachel is so beautiful!
Zhang Yuan particularly remembered that she and Jude Law rolled back and forth in the movie "Enemy at the Gates"...Anyway, except for Brother Qian, Zhang Yuan had never seen such white thighs.

What a replacement came up? The new heroine couldn’t even remember her face.

This drama is a typical poor imitation and ruins the series.

It was said that Li Lianjie suffered the backlash from the First Emperor and China's fortune because of this film, causing his health to deteriorate.

However, Zhang Yuan had no way to persuade him not to go.

After all, Hollywood gives too much!

And Li Lianjie did a good thing.

Because he also took the initiative to bring along Wu Jing, his junior fellow apprentice who was not doing well.

Wu Jing is currently in a state of misery, so it's unrealistic to ask him to give up an opportunity to appear in a Hollywood blockbuster.

But Zhang Yuan didn't forget him!
"My plan is to have you two serve as team leaders, each leading a martial arts team selected from various places."

"After each round of competition, the champion, runner-up and third place will be decided."

"You two don't need to fight in person, you just need guidance from multiple mentors."

"I plan to promote three mentors, and then prepare a surprise attack team."

"So there are four teams competing together..."

The model that Zhang Yuan referred to was similar to The Voice of China in later generations, but with some magical changes made to it.

Anyway, it’s still the same talent show.

If you want to promote martial arts and culture, you must first make the audience love to watch it before you can promote it.

This surprise attack team he specially added was prepared for Wu Jing.

When it comes to martial arts related work, we can’t forget this guy.

Li Lianjie helped him, and I helped him too.

Wu Jing has become a person who eats at many people's houses.

But you also have to ask, why not bring others, but everyone wants to bring him.

It is because Wu Jing is capable and a good person that he has people helping him everywhere.

As the saying goes, one hero needs three helpers. People are emotional. If a brother is in trouble, he will definitely help him.

Li Lianjie wanted to make excuses by saying he was busy.

It would be great if I could use this time to go back and reunite with my wife and daughter.

But he soon changed his mind.

"Great! It's a good thing to promote Chinese culture and it's the Sports Year!" Chen Long is a kind-hearted person.

As soon as I heard about this, I agreed immediately.

Li Lianjie took a look and thought, since he had gone, if I didn’t go, wouldn’t that mean I wasn’t as good as him?
Besides, this is a program to promote martial arts.

When it comes to martial arts, I am the orthodox one, and his are just acrobatics.

"Okay, you set the date and I'll arrange the time." Brother Jie also nodded in agreement.

"But this program is produced by CCTV. You should know what CCTV is like. The remuneration..." Zhang Yuan stretched out his little finger.

"Not enough money..." Li Lianjie was about to complain when he heard Uncle Long say.

"money is not a problem."

"I have plenty of opportunities to make money, but not many opportunities to promote kung fu culture."

“It’s okay if you don’t want money.”

Chen Long has always had a good relationship with CCTV.

He is the artist from Hong Kong and Taiwan who has appeared on the Spring Festival Gala the most times, a total of 10 times!
After hearing what he said, Li Lianjie could only swallow his words.

If I talk about money at this time, wouldn't it seem that I am narrow-minded and not as good as him?

Otherwise, Chen Long would be called the big brother.

It can indeed play a leading role.

Liu Xiaoli watched helplessly as Zhang Yuan dealt with the two big brothers with just a few words.

"CCTV's program...he's going to host it?"

Liu Xiaoli had heard that Zhang Yuan often participated in various TV station activities and programs.

But CCTV is different from other channels. It is not a place where ordinary people can get involved.

"Zhang Yuan, didn't you say there were three teams?"

"Why is there still a missing tutor?" Aunt Liu asked.

At the same time, he glanced at his daughter.

Zhang Yuan: ...You're overthinking it.

Just like Sissi, and also a mentor.

Who can she guide?

The post of mentor cannot be done without some fame and ability.

"I have a candidate. As for Xixi..." Zhang Yuan turned to look at Xiao Longnv: "You probably don't like this kind of show either."

She pursed her lips and nodded.

If it wasn't necessary, she didn't even want to attend the press conference.

She is actually quite quiet in private, unlike many female stars who smoke, drink, perm their hair, go to bars and dance when they have no work to do.

"If you have the chance, come and be a guest performer and show off the results of your training for this film in advance."

"Hey." She replied softly.

With the two older brothers present, she seemed to be more obedient.

"In this way, everyone will be happy today and have some free time."

"I will arrange to have dinner in the evening and communicate with the people from CCTV."

"It's still early now. Why don't we go to the small garden to listen to some crosstalk to amuse ourselves? It's not far away anyway."

Since I came here specially for the wrap party, it can't be in vain.

We have to develop these people's bodies to the limit!

Being on the show isn’t enough.

A while ago when we were having dinner, Brother Qian had muttered to him to come and visit the group when he had time.

With so many new people coming in, it would be impossible not to know his uncle.

You have to go by yourself, and when you go you have to bring "gifts".

Bringing a bunch of celebrities to the event is considered a great gift.

As soon as these people show up, they will be on the media headlines tomorrow, which will definitely be good for the popularity of the small theater.

Anyway, they won’t refuse to use facial recognition.

"As for the other mentor..."

Zhang Yuan's eyes sparkled.

Liu Qianqian on the side sniffed her delicate nose.

She seemed to smell a conspiracy.

After everyone had left, he quietly approached him.

"Are you planning to plot against someone again?"

"Hmm?" Zhang Yuan, who was about to take out his cell phone to make a call, turned around and looked at her.

Did you install cameras in my house?
"Why do you always think about me like this?"

"I am such an upright person."

"I haven't seen you for a while, did you miss me?"

"Come and give me a hug..."

When he interrupted her, she said, "Mom is here," and ran away happily.

"Becoming smart also has its troubles. It will be harder to deceive you in the future..." As Zhang Yuan was looking at her back, a voice with a Hong Kong accent came from the phone.

"Hey?"

"Chairman Chen!"

Originally there was some doubt in the voice, but when the person who answered the phone heard Zhang Yuan calling him by this title, his tone immediately became as warm as a spring breeze.

"Hey, don't call me that."

"I don't really want to do this. This is just a nominal position..."

The person he was talking to was Chen Jiashang, the director of Painted Skin.

This is the new chairman of the Academy Awards.

Everyone is happy to be praised, Charles de Gaulle...

If he smiled, things would be easier.

"Director Chen, there is something I want to ask you for help."

"Recently, I am planning to produce a kung fu program with CCTV."

"We need some mentors."

"Those who have confirmed their membership include Chen Long and Li Lianjie."

Upon hearing these two people, Chen Jiashang almost stood up from his chair.

Are you organizing a show or a film festival?
"I'm still short of one person, so I want you to help me contact him."

"Who... do you want to contact?" Chen Jiashang thought, after searching the entire world, is there any other kung fu superstar on the same level as these two?
"I'd like to ask Brother Zhen Zidan for help." Zhang Yuan stated his need.

Chen Jiashang was stunned for a moment, then looked carefully.

"it is good!"

"I'll do it right away. Leave it to me!"

Good thing!
Is Zhen Zidan famous?
Have!
But it is far inferior to the two older brothers.

How could he not be happy to be on the same stage with three people this time?

Besides, because of his popularity in "Hero", he has been quite popular in mainland China in recent years.

"Seven Swords", "SPL" and "Flash Point" are all good too.

But there is a problem with Zhen Zidan, which is that his acting range is narrow.

The types of roles he plays in these films, including "Hero" and "Painted Skin", are similar.

Basically, there is one template for costume dramas and another template for modern dramas.

Speaking of characteristics, Cao Shaoqin, the supervisor of the East Factory in the "New Dragon Inn" was more impressive.

In terms of fighting and acting skills, he is far inferior to Li Lianjie.

It is a great honor for him to be able to serve as a mentor on the same stage with Li Lianjie and Chen Long.

Chen Jiashang thought that this would be beneficial to the internal unity of the crew.

After all, Zhen Zidan has caused trouble several times.

He was very dissatisfied with the crew's changes to the script.

The reason for his dissatisfaction was that the character Wang Sheng and his partner Pang Yong became the "double male protagonists", which overshadowed his role.

He wanted to be the boss, but ended up being the one with two decisions to make.

Now that Zhang Yuan has provided him with an opportunity to show his face, his temper will surely be eased a lot.

Chen Jiashang thought, no wonder he could deal with so many bigwigs in the Hong Kong circle, this guy is really thoughtful.

Besides, he organized this program and asked Zhen Zidan to participate in it, so it became the home show of "Painted Skin" which has not yet started filming.

By then, if we can add some personal goods and use CCTV as a platform to promote it, how much publicity and promotion expenses will be saved!

Director Chen quickly thought of these two points and agreed immediately.

This matter has to be done even if it is not easy. No matter how hard he tries, he will have to pull the bullet!
If not for him, then for the crew and myself.

People only get excited when it is related to their own interests.

So Zhang Yuan was not worried at all and left the matter entirely to Chen Jiashang.

He went to Deyuan Society in advance to say hello and make preparations.

Arrived at the head office of Zhang Yiyuan Deyuanshe located in Dazhalan.

I habitually tried to walk towards the front door, but was stopped by the assistant.

"Brother Zhang Yuan, there are too many people."

It was true at first glance, there were quite a few people queuing up to buy tickets.

As soon as you go there, people will stop you and ask for your autograph.

Let's go around to the back door.

As soon as I arrived at the back alley, before entering the house, I saw a stupid and fat figure with his back to me, and wisps of green smoke were coming out of his head from time to time.

Zhang Yuan narrowed his eyes and walked around to the side.

"Oh, you all smoke now?"

Xiao Yue shuddered when he heard his voice and turned around.

"Big brother..."

"What big brother!"

"You have to call your position at work!"

"Uncle Master..." Xiao Yue shouted timidly.

"What level are you? You call me uncle. Have you become my disciple?"

The fat boy shook his head.

"What a disgrace! He didn't study hard enough, and he still hasn't become a disciple, and he even learned to smoke."

"Which wicked, smoking bastard taught you that?"

Yue Longgang replied timidly: "Teacher Yu Qian..."

Zhang Yuan: …

I……

"Be careful next time!" Zhang Yuan held it in for a long time but couldn't utter a word.

Brother Qian doesn’t teach his children anything good.

Perming your hair is better than smoking.

Angry Zhang Yuan took out a pack of cigarettes from his pocket and lit one.

Smoke and walk in.

The door had just opened and I came to the backstage, thinking of saying hello to Teacher Guo and the others, and by the way, persuading Brother Qian not to encourage the younger generation to smoke in the future.

Unexpectedly, he closed his mouth before he even opened it.

Because today, there were cries coming from the backstage which was usually crowded and lively... (End of this chapter)