The group was kicked out, and low presence means they are bad?

Magic City.

An office in the Youshi headquarters building.

"Bai Xingjian actually went to Corea in person to supervise the filming of Squid Games. It seems that he attaches great importance to the project."

Hong Xingrong looked at the hot searches about Bai Xingjian on Weibo, and some speculations emerged in his mind.

But he didn't think about it too much, because there were many comments on Weibo that were cursing Bai Xingjian.

"So what if Bai Xingjian values ​​this project."

Chu Liya smiled and said, "Except for Bai Xingjian's fans, there are basically no netizens in China who support Bai Xingjian. I feel that this "Squid Game" project that Bai Xingjian is working on is a bit of a thankless task."

I don’t know if someone is deliberately guiding this or if this is just the environment in the country.

Bai Xingjian was exposed to be heading to Corea to film "Squid Games" and it became a hot topic. Many netizens attacked Bai Xingjian in the comment section.

This situation gives people the feeling that "Squid Game" will be criticized after it is broadcast online in China.

“Could it be the adverse effect caused by the fact that the plot of the later part of “Rampage” was not as good as expected?”

Ding Yuntao, who was in the office, guessed.

"I feel like this is indeed the reason." Chu Liya nodded, feeling that what Ding Yuntao said made sense.

"Well, so what if there are criticisms? When Squid Game is launched, it won't stop those who are criticizing from coming to support Bai Xingjian."

Hong Xingrong sneered and said, "Most of these people who are cursing are not normal people. No matter whether the target of their curse is Bai Xingjian or someone else, as long as they get the chance, they will be cursed by them."

"There are indeed a lot of trolls like this on the Internet."

Chu Liya nodded, first agreeing with Hong Xingrong's statement, and then changed the subject:

"However, these trolls are still useful. As more people curse Bai Xingjian, normal surfers will inevitably be affected. And human nature is to follow the crowd. As the trolls continue to attack Bai Xingjian, some normal netizens will inevitably feel annoyed with Bai Xingjian, which will affect the subsequent Squid Game."

"That's the truth." Ding Yuntao nodded and said, "There have been many similar cases in the past."

Hearing this, Hong Xingrong nodded slightly, and then said thoughtfully: "Then do you think it is necessary for us to add fuel to the fire?"

Hong Xingrong is very willing to do things like adding insult to injury.

Especially the target was Bai Xingjian, whom he hated so much.

“I don’t think it’s necessary.”

But Chu Liya shook her head, and under Hong Xingrong's puzzled gaze, she said:

"Because the timing is not right now, it won't be too late to continue doing this when the Squid Game project is launched."

"Sister Chu is right."

Ding Yuntao smiled and said, "The Internet has no memory. Now these people may curse Bai Xingjian to their heart's content, but in a few days, they will probably forget about it. So there is really no need for us to waste resources on this."

"Okay, let's do it according to your ideas."

Hong Xingrong smiled and continued, "Let's not discuss Bai Xingjian anymore. You two can go with me later to see the progress of our new project with Netflix."

The cooperation reached between Youshi and Netflix is ​​naturally not as simple as connecting the two platforms.

Although connecting the two platforms is indeed not an easy task, in addition to this, Youshi and Netflix have other cooperation.

Chu Liya's eyes lit up when she heard that: "It's my honor!"

"It's a great honor." Ding Yuntao also became a little excited.

The reason why they both had such reactions is actually because the confidentiality level of this cooperation project between Youshi and Netflix is ​​very high.

Except for a few specific people, many people are kept in the dark.

As for the news about this project on the Internet, it has been blocked completely, and there is no news at all.

……

Neon.

Tokyo.

The filming site of "Limitless".

"Hongyi, Netflix is ​​already urging us. The films that they plan to broadcast online with us have already been shot and are starting the final post-editing. But what about us? We still have so much content that we haven't finished shooting yet."

Robert said to Hongyi in an anxious tone.

Hongyi is not the director of the show "Limitless". Like Robert, Hongyi is the manager of Netflix's content acquisition department.

The director of the drama "Limitless" is Shunichi Mitsui, who is the cousin of Hiroichi Mitsui.

Facing Robert's urging, Hongyi was not anxious at all. He patted Robert on the shoulder and comforted him:

"There's not a lot of content left to shoot for Limitless, and isn't the show scheduled to air on April 1? There's still more than a month left, so it's definitely in time, okay?"

"But there's another project waiting for us?" Robert's mood did not ease much.

Hongyi was amused. "It's just a project that wants to take advantage of our popularity. What's wrong with asking them to wait a little longer? If you don't have the patience, then just do it yourself. Now you're talking as if our "Never Ending" must be tied to something else."

This time, Hongyi patted Robert's shoulder heavily and said, "Don't say these things in front of me in the future, understand? It's just a waste of words, and it will make me angry."

Hirokazu Mitsui is considered an outlier among Japanese people.

He is exceptionally tall, 1.91 meters tall, with a sturdy and strong build, like a taller version of Ma Dong-seok.

So much so that even when Robert, who is 1.80 meters tall, stands next to Hirokazu Mitsui, he looks petite and delicate.

Sensing Mitsui Hirokazu's anger which had not yet fully spread, Robert nodded respectfully.

He was actually quite afraid of angering Mitsui Hiroichi.

The main thing is that when Mitsui Hiroichi is pissed off, he can do anything.

At Netflix's annual meeting two years ago, someone made rude remarks to Hirokazu Mitsui, and even the country of Japan was implicated.

Mitsui Hiroichi kicked the man on the spot, and then the unlucky guy was sent to an ambulance and stayed in the hospital for ten days to half a month.

When many Netflix employees thought that Hiroichi Mitsui would resign because of this.

However, Hirokazu Mitsui gave them a big surprise.

It was a working day after the annual meeting. Mitsui Hiroshi appeared in the company and worked step by step, just like usual.

Then, not long after, to the astonished gaze of many staff members, Mitsui Hiroichi was promoted.

Since this incident happened, everyone realized that behind Mitsui Hiroichi there is probably a background that ordinary people can hardly imagine.

Even though he did something like this at the annual meeting, he was still able to continue working at Netflix and even got promoted.

……

"How was it? Did the shooting go smoothly today?"

During lunch, Mitsui Hiroichi asked Mitsui Shunichi.

"It went pretty smoothly." Mitsui Shun nodded, looked at Mitsui Hirokazu with a smile and asked, "Why did you suddenly want to come to my place today? Haven't you been busy with racing recently?"

Mitsui Shunichi slapped his head suddenly when he said this: "Could it be that Netflix is ​​urging me again? Urging me here and there, as if urging me to film "Never Ending" ahead of schedule."

"Hey, you really got it right."

Hirokazu Mitsui grinned and talked about some recent things about Netflix.

After hearing what he said, Sanjing Shunyi nodded: "I also know about that project. I can only say that Netflix's confidentiality measures are also very good. I don't even know what the title of the drama is now."

"me too."

Mitsui Hiro nodded: "I only know that the subject matter is the same as our "Never Ending", both are of the battle royale type."

“I really don’t know what the point is of you Netflix putting our two projects together.”

Mitsui Shunichi was somewhat puzzled by this: "Does he want to compete with us in raising Gu, and then consider the subsequent investment based on whose performance is better?"

Mitsui Hirokazu shook his head and sneered, "It's unlikely to be this possibility. It's more likely that they just want to use that project to take advantage of the popularity of our "Never Ending". After all, your strength, cousin, is obvious to everyone in our circle."

Before collaborating with Netflix, Shunichi Mitsui was already a famous director in Japan.

Although the field involved is only in TV dramas, it can be said to have won numerous awards.

"It's not that exaggerated."

Mitsui Shunichi smiled and said, "Since you are just trying to get some popularity, then let's do it. It's an honor for Netflix to use my drama as a target for popularity, right?"

"Hahaha, I can only say that it's an honor for Netflix." Hirokazu Mitsui laughed out loud.

After hearing this, Mitsui Shunichi's smile widened a little.

……

Bai Xingjian didn't know that "Squid Game" had become a work that was just trying to attract attention in the eyes of others.

If he knew what Mitsui Shunichi and Mitsui Hiroichi were thinking, he would probably want to say to them: As long as you are happy.

"Thank you all for your hard work during this period of filming!"

In a luxurious restaurant in Gangnam District, Seoul, Bai Xingjian raised the cup in his hand and said loudly:
“Although the filming of Squid Game has been completed, our cooperation journey has just begun. In the near future, Squid Game will enter a period of comprehensive promotion and release. I hope everyone can cooperate with us then…”

Bai Xingjian stood up, raised his glass, and said some polite words.

Almost all the people in the scene were the main actors of the drama "Squid Game".

People like Lee Jung-jae who played Sung Ki-hoon, Park Ha-soo who played Cho Sang-woo, and Wi Gu-hyun who played Hwang Jun-ho were all present.

In addition to these leading actors, some members of Galaxy Girls were also present.

After all, it's good to keep money in the family, so Bai Xingjian naturally gave several characters from "Squid Game" to several girls from Galaxy Girls.

Of course, Yao Chenxi, who was part of Bai Xingjian's bet and was included in the newcomer training program, was also present.

Although after the baptism of the drama "Kuang Kuang", Yao Chenxi has become a new rising star with both beauty and acting skills.

But in order to take her career to the next level, Bai Xingjian still arranged her into "Squid Game".

"Brother Xingjian, don't worry. When Squid Game enters the promotion period, we will definitely support you!"

Tang Tang from the Star River Girl spoke first.

"It's our duty!" Shu Yaqian's voice followed closely.

"Mr. Bai, we all listen to you!" Although Li Zhengzai's Chinese was not very good, he also shouted loudly.

Several other actors from Corea also learned the role very well.

It's just that the poor Chinese made many people at the table almost burst out laughing.

"I won't say any more nonsense."

Bai Xingjian raised his glass in the air, "I wish our Squid Game will be a big hit!

cheers! "

“Selling like crazy!”

"cheers!"

"Cheers! Big Sell!"

……

At nine o'clock in the evening, Lee Jung-jae, who had not returned home for many days, finally returned to his long-awaited home.

However, as soon as the door of the house was opened, a rather sad voice came out:
"You still remember to come back? If you hadn't come back, I would have thought you were dead out there."

Before the people arrive, the sound comes first.

Hearing the familiar voice, Lee Jung Jae smiled knowingly, and then he saw his girlfriend Shen Minhui coming over here in slippers.

After a burst of heavy breathing.

Li Zhengzai carried Shen Minhui to the sofa and took a deep breath:
“It still feels good to be back home!”

Shen Minhui raised her hand and touched his face. "You look pretty good. Much better than I thought."

Shen Minhui said in a rather surprised tone: "I thought the conditions in China would be more difficult, but it seems that is not the case?"

Li Zhengzai smiled and nodded, saying, "There is no such thing as hardship. The filming conditions at Phoenix Pictures are completely beyond my expectations. If the conditions were not prohibitive, I would have wanted to continue filming there."

Bai Xingjian did not cheat Lee Jung Jae in terms of pay.

According to the top level of actors in Corea TV dramas, the pay per episode should be around 1 million won.

However, Bai Xingjian offered Lee Jung Jae a salary of 1.5 million won per episode.

This is 50% higher than the industry salary level.

This is also one of the reasons why Lee Jung-jae has special respect for Bai Xingjian.

"My God, is that guy named Bai Xingjian so generous?"

After hearing what Lee Jung Jae said, Shen Minhui was a little surprised, "He is so rich!"

“He is indeed quite rich.”

Li Zhengzai nodded in agreement.

He has also shared his experiences with actors such as Park Ha-soo and Wi Gu-hyun.

Then they found out that the pay Bai Xingjian gave them was 50% higher than the market price in Corea.

So this time, the filming of "Squid Game" was a complete success for them!
"So it seems that "Squid Game" is a big investment?" Shen Minhui asked curiously.

Thinking of some of the previous filming content, Li Zhengzai nodded in agreement, "It's not just a big investment, but a very big investment." (End of this chapter)