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"Among the dramas that have been confirmed to be broadcast this year, the one that I personally am most interested in and looking forward to the most is Squid Game."

"I probably don't need to give too much introduction to this drama. The news and popularity related to it have been frighteningly high for more than half a month."

"This drama is indeed very special, because if you just watch the trailer, you might think it is a Korean drama, after all, the background and language are all Korean, and most of the actors are also Korean actors."

"But if you pay attention to some of the relevant revelations, you will know that this drama was actually shot and produced by a domestic team, and it was produced by a large company like Fengge."

"The reason why it is so popular now is also related to this point. Otherwise, it is impossible for a new Korean drama to be so popular before it is even aired."

"Xu Kong's role as director and his appearance in the trailer are almost the fundamental reasons why the film has attracted so much attention."

"That's right, the screenwriter and producer of this drama is Xu Kong."

……

At this time, Yiguo was reviewing the new video he was about to release.

Although I have integrated some information about new dramas that will be broadcast this year in advance, I have also given some of my own guesses and judgments.

But he devoted a lot of space to "Squid Game", which will be officially broadcast in two days.

She had thought about making a new video. Judging from the number of copywriting, it should be enough.

But after thinking about it, it seems that there is no need for this.

Because the discussion about this drama has been going on for more than half a month, there is no need to make a separate video like this now.

What's more, it will be broadcast soon. Except for some commercial ones, most self-media will not choose such an awkward time.

At the same time, since it is a review video, there is no way that we can skip "Squid Game" which is about to be aired.

The best way is to ignore the so-called video structure and proportion issues and just send it out.

……

Fortunately, after the video was released, it immediately became popular on several platforms, and the data in all aspects performed very well.

There's no way, Xu Kong is just a name, but now it feels like a traffic password.

With a company as big as iGO, it is definitely not doing this on purpose, but the content of the problematic video is there, and if "Squid Game" is not included, it would feel a bit off topic.

"I'm also looking forward to it, but I still want to remind everyone that Xu Kong is said to only be a guest star in this drama and won't have many scenes."

"What everyone is looking forward to is not whether Xu Kong will act in the film, but the fact that the script written by Xu Kong as a screenwriter is likely to be good."

"From the trailer, this drama is indeed quite interesting. Although it is labeled as a suspense drama, it seems to be different from the suspense dramas that everyone thinks of."

Netizens were discussing the topic enthusiastically.

The main reason is that the drama is about to be broadcast, and after the preheating some time ago, it is obvious that the effect of the publicity and promotion is quite good.

……

At the same time, "Squid Game" has actually been quite popular overseas in the past two days.

As for the male protagonist Park Ji-sung, he is actually not one of the so-called popular stars in Korea today.

But because he has starred in many national dramas in the past, he still has a pretty good audience appeal.

In addition, Shang Yuxin and Xu Kong are also very popular in kimchi.

Especially Xu Kong himself, who had previously become popular due to various pictures taken at award ceremonies, because his appearance had already established a certain foundation.

The subsequent success of "Sweet Honey" directly boosted the popularity of the drama. Even the number of fans on overseas platforms has already exceeded one million, and almost one-third of the total number can be said to be contributed by Korean netizens.

In addition, Fengge has indeed made sufficient preparations this time, including cooperation with some local Korean companies and spending money on publicity and promotion. It can be said that although it cannot catch up with the domestic popularity, it is definitely one of those dramas that become popular before it is aired.

……

"I'm really not worried about the domestic data. After all, based on my understanding of the domestic market, it's impossible for the show to fail. The popularity and quality of the show are there."

"Let's not talk about word of mouth for now. Once this first episode is released, it will probably become a hot topic."

"It's hard to say about the overseas market, especially kimchi, which is very popular right now. I'm afraid the data won't meet Mr. Xu's expectations."

At this time, Feng Ge and Yan Rui, the head of the film and television department, were having a private conversation with Lin Hong.

The content is naturally about "Squid Game" which will be broadcast globally soon.

Before this, Lin Hong actually had no definite position.

This time it is just a simple title of person in charge of overseas markets.

But Yan Rui is not stupid enough to think that he can be on par with Lin Hong, or even surpass her.

Anyone who has spent some time in Fengge will know the specialness of Lin Hong.

Although most of the time there wasn't even a position called export, but in terms of real power, before Zhu Changyun left, Lin Hong was already one of the most powerful people in the entire company.

There was almost no opposition to her decisions by senior executives such as Song Fuquan and Zhu Changyun at the time.

This can illustrate some related issues.

……

"Once the first day's data is out from overseas, we can roughly predict the subsequent trend."

"But as for Mr. Xu's expectations, just listen to them."

"Honestly speaking, if we can achieve half or even 40% of the success of this drama, it would be worth holding a celebration party."

Although Lin Hong was quite nervous, she still spoke calmly.

She didn't lie, because according to Xu Kong's expectations, this drama would most likely compete for the title of the annual hit drama in Korea this year.

Not to mention her, no one would think it could be achieved.

And for Feng Ge, especially here in Lin Hong, as long as he can make it into the top ten of the annual list of Koreans, the data will definitely meet the requirements.

It can be said that most of the obstacles have been cleared for Fengge to enter the Korean film and television industry.

It's not like she hasn't seen the finished film of "Squid!" and she certainly knows that the show has great potential.

However, based on past experience, it is extremely difficult to become the so-called No. 1 hit drama of the year in a certain overseas market.

So of course we won’t take Xu Kong’s expectations as true.

……

“But it’s been a long time since I’ve had this kind of experience.”

"The show hasn't even been officially aired yet, so we don't have to worry about making a profit."

Yan Rui couldn't help but sigh.

You have to know that even during Feng Ge's peak period, he only had enough confidence at most, but he couldn't guarantee that a certain drama would be able to make a full profit.

Who would have thought that after Xu Kong took over, he produced several hit movies in succession, but he also hardly worried about losses.

Yan Rui didn’t pay much attention to this incident before, but when he thought about it later, he found it really incredible.

……

"After the official broadcast, we still need to pay a little attention to publicity and public opinion..."

Lin Hong did not respond, although she knew that what Yan Rui said was true.

But it still needs to be controlled.

She knew, of course, that this was all good news for now.

It is even what many film and television companies dream of.

But in the long run, this may not necessarily be a good thing.

Because under this model, people are too dependent on Xu Kong.

It was just relying on Xu Kong alone. Now was just the beginning stage, and without Xu Kong, the entire Fengge would be ruined by more than half.

If things continue to develop in this way, it will be hard to avoid not being able to produce even a decent work after Xu Kong is gone.

Especially Xu Kong’s script, which is almost the key to several previous hits.

……

Of course, there is no other solution now.

And Xu Kong is indeed still young, and seems to have a lot of energy and inspiration.

Fengge has just experienced such a big change, so it must continue to maintain the current model.

As for the rest, we can only take it slowly.

Fortunately, although Xu Kong has always emphasized the importance of training new talents, including screenwriters and directors, Feng Ge’s current efforts in training new talents are even greater than before.

……

"call……"

"Fortunately, the news about our new drama has not been leaked."

The style of Changyun Film and Television at this time is indeed somewhat different.

Some other colleagues either had no choice but to avoid it or postpone it.

This is a helpless move. Although it avoids direct competition with "Squid Games", it will definitely bring great losses at the same time.

But for Changyun Film and Television, it can be said that the nightmare has finally ended.

Because this time, Fengge finally ended their targeted retaliation.

Those several hit dramas produced by Fengge last year were all caused by Changyun Film and Television’s shocking continuous losses!

In fact, they were indeed planning to broadcast a new drama at the beginning of this year.

But this time, "Squid Game" released the release date in advance, allowing Changyun Film and Television to change its plans in time.

It was indeed a successful avoidance.

Of course, at this time, everyone at Changyun Film and Television thought that they had done a good job of keeping the new drama confidential.

But the fact is, because "Squid Game" is broadcast worldwide, it is impossible to wait patiently like before to "collide" with the new drama of Changyun Film and Television.

……

"What are you so happy about?"

Suddenly, Lu Hanwen, the vice president, shouted angrily.

The scene suddenly became quiet.

Zhu Changyun was also startled and didn't quite understand why Lu Hanwen suddenly got angry.

"If everyone keeps thinking this way, do you really think that you won't have to deal with Xu Kong and Feng Ge's drama again?"

"Everyone knows the relationship between us and Fengge. Until one of us falls, there is no possibility of shaking hands and negotiating peace."

"If you keep this mentality, how can you compete with Feng Ge and Xu Kong in real combat in the future?"

These words are truly eye-opening.

Indeed, Changyun Film and Television today is no longer as ambitious as it was when it was first established.

There is not even the basic desire to compete.

……

"Boss Lu is right. We shouldn't think like that!"

Zhu Changyun also quickly responded.

The expression is very serious.

But in fact, only he himself knew it clearly. When he talked about avoiding Feng Ge's new drama this time, he was completely grateful in his heart.

Even he thought there was nothing wrong with it.

If it weren’t for Lu Hanwen, it might have just passed like this.

But it must be said that after several direct defeats in the second half of last year, the entire Changyun Film and Television, including Zhu Changyun, had long lost their initial confidence.

Especially when Xu Kong's name is mentioned, a subconscious sense of fear will arise.

……

Lu Hanwen took everyone's reactions into consideration.

And this is the most desperate point.

Because he had discovered that, apart from himself, even Zhu Changyun did not realize the problem.

Although he didn't show it, he already knew the result.

The future of Changyun Film and Television has changed.

Not to mention anything else, these people were not in this state when the company was first established.

The reason why he followed Zhu Changyun here was not just for the position of vice president and the so-called high salary and equity, but because he wanted to make a big splash.

Who would have thought that in less than a year, all the previous ideas would probably have no chance of coming true.

……

"Boss Zhu, I'm going back first. I'm not feeling well today."

After the meeting, Zhu Changyun, who had planned to ask Lu Hanwen to stay and discuss the company's new development plan this year with him, heard Lu Hanwen's words before he even opened his mouth.

After being blocked, Zhu Changyun was stunned for a moment, but he calmed down and said:

"Okay, then go back and have a good rest. Don't worry about the company."

Lu Hanwen nodded, and even his previous attitude towards Zhu Changyun disappeared.

To put it bluntly, he really didn't want to act anymore at this point.

……

Zhu Changyun noticed something was wrong, but he didn't pay too much attention to it.

After all, to be honest, Lu Hanwen has always been a subordinate that he can use at ease.

And he is the kind that has no alternatives.

Under such circumstances, Zhu Changyun at most thought that Lu Hanwen might be really unwell or affected in some way.

But compared to before, there won’t be much change.

But Lu Hanwen was really tired this time.

For the first time, he began to doubt his original choice and decision.

The most important thing is, under the current circumstances, can the future of Changyun Film and Television really be what he imagined?

To put it bluntly, if the company continues to be targeted by Xu Kong and Feng Ge, can it continue to survive?

This is not alarmist, although Changyun Film and Television currently has sufficient funds and talent reserves.

But if the status quo continues like this, it will be over sooner or later.

After all, many shareholders and investors are already beginning to feel dissatisfied.

...(End of chapter)