Entertainment 2000: Supporting female stars will bring you a hundredfold return

Chapter 199 How about I give you a few hundred million? (ask for monthly ticket)

"A World Without Thieves" will be released in early July.

It is now mid-August.

In the original time and space, the movie had a box office of 3000 million in its first week and a total box office of about 1.3 million.

Under Tang Wen's operation, the box office exceeded 5000 million in the first week!
The total box office closed at 1.6 million.

At first glance, it appears to be only 3000 million more.

But don't forget that this movie also sniped "Star Wars 2"

Originally, this Star Wars movie took in 4500 million at the box office.

But now, due to the competition from "A World Without Thieves", its screening schedule has been squeezed out.

The final closing price was more than 2900 million.

Domestic films won a great victory.

[…Support for artist Yu Feihong x1]

[Yu Feihong's promotion (second-tier actor → first-tier actor)]

"A World Without Thieves" broke the superstition that only actors from Hong Kong and Taiwan can carry the box office.

The whole movie, except for the male lead Andy Lau.

All other main actors are mainland artists.

Now the movie is a huge success.

They naturally benefited greatly.

Yu Feihong now has a representative film!

And to a certain extent, it has proved its ability to carry the box office.

From then on, as long as she wanted to act, she would receive numerous film offers.

Of course, one’s status is not static.

Take Sun Yanzi as an example. In a few years, she will become the queen of Asia.

At least he deserves the title.

But in another 20 years, he will just be an unpopular singer.

This is not only true in China, but also in the Hollywood entertainment industry.

Nicolas Cage is now a top-tier star, even a top-tier star.

A few years later, he couldn't even get any film roles with a bigger budget.

It has visibly fallen below the second line.

Now, Yu Feihong has become a first-line actor with one play, but how she performs in the future depends on her development.

[Evaluation: A, Cashback multiple: 100 times, Experience gained: 1000, Potential: 1.0]

Another hundred times cash back!
[Cashback = (film remuneration + director's fee + operating expenses + script adaptation...) X100 = 1.5 million (￥)]

1.5 billion!
It’s broken 100 million again.

I can’t spend it all, I can’t spend it all!
[…Support for artist Fan Bingbing x1]

[Fan Bingbing's promotion (third-tier actor → second-tier actor)]

[Evaluation: B, Cashback multiple: 50 times, Experience gained: 500, Potential: 0.5]

Fan Xiaopang also got promoted.

But in this movie, her role is the second female lead, and she is not particularly outstanding.

The benefits she got were not as great as Yu Feihong's.

【Cashback = (film remuneration + director fee + operating fee + script adaptation...) x 50 = 5000W (￥)】

She wasn't a big name before filming started.

Even if Tang Wen gave her the highest salary, it was not much.

If your skills are not high, the final cash back will naturally not be much.

Admittedly, 5000 crores is not a small amount.

I have never seen so much money in my previous life.

Tang Wen shook his head and chuckled, thinking that his appetite was really growing.

5000 million yuan can buy a house of more than 1 square meters in Beijing.

If it is demolished again, I dare not imagine how much the total value will be.

There are also several well-known female supporting characters in "A World Without Thieves".

For example, Mr. Wang’s wife at the beginning of the movie and the policewoman on the train later.

All together, they received a cashback of 30 yuan.

Well, if converted into a house in Beijing, you can buy dozens of square meters.

All cash back added up to more than 200 million yuan.

Part of the money will be invested in real estate companies, and part will be used to buy old residential areas waiting to be demolished.

The next day, Blue Star Entertainment.

"Boss Tang, Miss Huo Wenxi from Hong Kong contacted me. The crew of Infernal Affairs 2 is preparing to head north. I have booked a hotel for them near the company."

Tang Wen nodded and thought of another thing.

The celebration party for "A World Without Thieves".

He was too busy and hadn't originally planned to make a big deal about it.

But Mr. Han feels that this movie is of great significance in the history of domestic cinema.

It is the first commercial film produced by mainland China and grossing over 1.5 million yuan.

It's worth celebrating.

This made Tang Wen a little embarrassed. After thinking about it, he directly instructed Xia Tian:
“There is an urgent task, so the planning department has to work overtime to come up with a plan for the celebration party of A World Without Thieves.

The premiere of "Infernal Affairs 2" was held on the same day at the same hotel.

Expand your impact today."

"Okay, Mr. Tang."

Xia Tian agreed and was about to go out when he heard Tang Wen say, "Don't make any fancy PPTs. We don't have time for that."

When he was a worker in his previous life, he stayed up late to make a lot of PPTs.

I can't like this stuff.

I'm not trying to attract investment or tell stories to investors.

Just have a feasible plan process so that you don't rush when the time comes.

The staff of the Planning Department are the best in the industry who were hired at high prices.

When I heard that Mr. Tang didn't allow me to make a PPT, I complained that I didn't have the opportunity to show off my skills.

The plan came out soon.

Tang Wen asked for one, and they gave him two.

The first one is pretty standard and takes a lot of details into consideration.

For example, Hong Kong stars are not good at speaking Mandarin, so they suggested arranging some service staff from Guangdong provinces at the banquet.

The second plan was to propose inviting the crews of the upcoming "Peacock" and "The Heaven Sword and the Dragon Saber" to come.

The four major crews held the ceremony together in a lively manner.

It will definitely attract attention and create a lot of hype.

Tang Wen touched his chin, saving money indeed.

But Fan Bingbing will meet Da Meiyuan.

What if they feel something is wrong and start making a fuss? Well, that shouldn’t happen, right?

The two of them are sensible and both consider themselves the legitimate wife, so they probably won't make a scene in public.

Even Da Meiyuan wouldn't do that.

However, I still need to ask the military advisor.

Tang Wen called Jia Jingwen.

"Hello? Did you miss me?" From the voice, you can tell that Jia Jingwen is smiling at this moment.

She was happy because Tang Wen called her.

"Yeah, I thought about it." Tang Wen coughed twice embarrassedly, told her the problem, and asked her what to do.

Jia Jingwen took a deep breath, her chest puffed up, and gritted her teeth and said, "It would be best if they fight in public and scratch each other's faces! Then they will join forces to beat you, but don't worry, I will protect you!"

This plot is good.

Tang Wen: "Don't say those angry words. You are irreplaceable in my heart."

Jia Jingwen pressed her temples in silence for several seconds before she calmed down and said unhappily, "Director Tang, your thick skin is irreplaceable in my heart!"

I felt jealous for a while.

Jia Jingwen restrained her temper and analyzed the situation carefully.

Having been in the circle for many years, she understands.

In the entertainment industry where there are so many beautiful women, if you want to be unreplaceable, you must have unique value.

My unique value to Tang Wen is——

Uh, just to give him advice on how to pick up girls.

Help him discipline the maid.

And go undercover next to her real girlfriend...

Why do I feel like something is wrong?

After understanding the personalities of the two, Jia Jingwen felt that the possibility of a quarrel between Fan and Gao was extremely small.

At the same time, he said that concealing is not a solution.

Rather than letting the two of them collide without any preparation.

It would be better to let them meet first in such a grand occasion.

Tang Wen can interact with both of them separately and observe their reactions.

At that time, she will be with Gao Yuanyuan.

Jia Jingwen's analysis gave Tang Wen a lot of confidence, and he said with emotion: "Jingwen, it's great to have you. From now on, you will be my military advisor!"

"Thank you! My great director!"

"I should thank you. Do you have anything to do this afternoon? How about I give you a few hundred million?"

Jia Jingwen gritted her teeth in anger: "Okay, you come."

then.

That's the plan.

Tang Wen only added one sentence at the end: As for the publicity, leave it to Renren.

In the summer, we contacted China Film Group and sent out invitations to heroes.

At noon, Tang Wen received a call from Gong Li.

Gong Li contacted Tang Wen not long ago to inquire about Harvey's situation.

The latter told her roughly why Harvey was unreliable.

After the conversation, Tang Wen put the matter aside.

Unexpectedly, Gong Li brought it up again today:

"Brother, Director Zhang called me and said he wanted to attend your company's upcoming premiere. Or see if we can arrange a time to meet?"

Tang Wen's eyebrows moved slightly, and he thought of something: "Is there a problem with the overseas copyright of "Hero"? " The only Director Zhang who could convey the message through Gong Li was naturally Zhang Yimou.

Gong Li laughed out loud: "Indeed, the Harvey I asked you about seems to be breaking the contract."

"No wonder."

Zhang Weiping was unlucky, but Gong Li was happy.

But she still had to help Zhang Yimou.

Tang Wen replied: "If Director Zhang wants to come, of course I welcome him."

"Okay, I replied to him. I wonder if he welcomes me?"

Tang Wen smiled slightly: "Of course, you are more welcome, Sister Li. No, I should say you are the most welcome."

Gong Li chuckled a few times, and the two of them were silent for a few seconds holding the microphone. They chatted a few more words and said goodbye with a lingering feeling.

After hanging up the phone, Tang Wen secretly wondered: Is Gong Li separated now?
I don't want to be a thief...

Two days flew by.

Renren.com.

Photos of the candidates for the male and female lead roles of "The Heaven Sword and the Dragon Saber" were posted.

Candidates for Zhao Min: Jia Jingwen and Li Bingqiao.

Tang Wen had communicated with Li Bingluo's agent in advance.

She was here just to make up the numbers and to take part in the publicity and hype.

It can increase her popularity.

For this purpose, Li Bingqiao specially designed ancient costume styling and took exquisite makeup photos.

I even made a special phone call to thank Director Tang for giving me the opportunity.

Candidates for the second female lead Zhou Zhiruo:

Gao Yuanyuan and Yan Danchen.

There is no need to say much about Da Meiyuan.

Yan Danchen was an acquaintance of Tang Wen. He was flattered to know that he had made it into the final list and could be promoted on Renren.com.

Call or text to express your gratitude.

He said that no matter what the final result is, he hopes to have the opportunity to treat Director Tang to a meal.

There are many female characters in "The Heaven Sword and Dragon Saber", and they are all very beautiful.

Among them, the role of Huang Shannu, which is related to the plot of "The Return of the Condor Heroes", he plans to let Liu Yifei play a guest role.

Anyway, Huang Shannu is the descendant of Yang Guo and Xiaolongnu.

She looks like Xiaolongnu, which is normal.

Including Liu Yifei's photos, these are the female characters that have been revealed so far.

Candidates for other supporting roles have not yet been announced.

It’s not that the selection was not good, but the announcement in waves can maintain the popularity and achieve better publicity effect.

Netizens on Renren, mainly college students and young people, have already started voting and discussing.

Of course, they don’t care about whether it’s appropriate or not, or whether the acting is good or not.

After all, only a few people have read the original novel.

The rule for voting can be summed up in one sentence - it all depends on your appearance!

It’s the same for boys and girls.

Some people like Su Youpeng's gentleness and handsomeness;

Some people like Chen Kun's coolness...

Most boys are confused because they all look pretty.

The acting skills of the four actresses Tang Wen found are hard to say, but their looks are very good, so it is a problem who to choose.

“Does voting really matter?”

"Yes, I heard that these celebrities will be allowed to join Renren in the future!"

"Of course there are. Director Tang said in an interview that the actors will be selected based on the votes and audition performance."

"Jia Jingwen is so beautiful! I also like Li Bingqiao. What should I do?"

"Haha, you really chose?"

"Make way, I'm going to pee yellow, I'm going to wake him up!"

"..."

Voting online to select actors for the crew is fresh and interesting.

Young netizens called on their friends and actively participated.

Several of the celebrities involved did not forget to canvass for votes for themselves when facing interviews with reporters.

The number of registered users on Renren.com is growing rapidly...

The day before the premiere of "Infernal Affairs 2".

Gong Li called and asked Tang Wen to come out and sit with her.

Zhang Yimou invited Tang Wen to dinner.

This was agreed before.

Today, Tang Wen went to have dinner and meet him.

Tomorrow, Director Zhang will come to promote Tang Wen’s movie.

Gong Li said: "He was in a hurry. He said he wanted to discuss the copyright of Hero."

Tang Wen's mind moved: the opportunity to make money has come to his doorstep!
Before going out in the evening, he happened to run into his secretary Xia Tian coming in.

"You want to go out?"

"Is something wrong?"

Xia Tian quickened his pace and said, "The planning department suggested that we add a segment to tomorrow night's party to promote Miss Wang Zuxian's new album."

In "Infernal Affairs 2", Joey Wong played the gangster boss, Han Chen's wife, and the mastermind behind a series of events.

"Sure. You can put the singing clip online."

During the roadshow, Joey Wong was supposed to run around and sing everywhere.

He got off the elevator and arrived at the parking lot. Before he could get in the car, a Beetle stopped in front of him.

"Where are you going?" The one driving was Dong Xuan.

"Go meet someone."

Dong Xuan deliberately asked: "Isn't it a woman?"

"What a good guess!" He put his head in the window and kissed her on her pretty fair face.

"Hmph, I'll squeeze you dry sooner or later!" Dong Xuan wrinkled his nose, rolled his eyes at Tang Wen, and drove inside.

When he saw her, Tang Wen remembered that director Zhang Yimou had brought Gong Li with him.

It’s best to bring a female companion with you.

However, Dong Xuan was not suitable, so after thinking about it, he simply called Wang Zuxian.

The latter hurried downstairs without asking any more questions, and only asked after getting in the car:
"Brother Wen, where are we going?"

Tang Wen gently pressed the baffle to separate the front and back, then he took her legs in his arms, touched them a few times, and then said, "Accompany me to meet Gong Li and Zhang Yimou."

My legs were in his arms, and it was too late to leave.

Wang Zuxian had no choice but to let him go, and endured the strange feeling on her legs, and took out her cosmetics to touch up her makeup.

Tang Wen touched him and said, "Sister Xian, please help me take care of the dinner tomorrow."

"What are you looking at?"

"Just watch out for my other women starting a fight."

Wang Zuxian was drawing her eyebrows when her hand slipped and she almost erased her makeup. She looked at Tang Wen speechlessly and helplessly.

Somewhere in the northwest, a restaurant of the Beijing Office.

Zhang Yimou and Gong Li were standing at the door waiting in person.

After getting off the car, Tang Wen quickly said politely, "I'm not worthy of this, Director Zhang."

"It's my duty, it's my duty," Zhang Yimou bent his body slightly and stretched out his hands.

Tang Wen did not act arrogantly and also stretched out his hands.

"Zu Xian? Long time no see."

"haven't seen you for a long time."

The two women worked together ten years ago.

Of course, there has been competition.

It is said that the original actress for the role of Qiuxiang in "A Chinese Odyssey: Part One" was Joey Wong.

Later, it seemed that the remuneration could not be negotiated, so Gong Li was replaced.

However, that was many years ago.

Already gone.

Both of them had a good relationship with Mei Yanfang and had many mutual friends.

The dishes are Northwestern cuisine, which is also Director Zhang’s hometown cuisine.

The wine is vintage Moutai.

When talking about business, what you eat doesn't matter.

What’s important is that Director Zhang demonstrated his attitude and sincerity through these.

Zhang Yimou is not good at speaking, fortunately Gong Li is good at chatting.

Eat, drink and chat.

When they were drinking tea in the second half, Director Zhang explained his purpose and asked Tang Wen if he was still interested in purchasing the copyright of "Hero".

Tang Wen didn't hesitate, and didn't ask what happened: "Director Zhang, I keep my word, 500 million US dollars! I said it at the time, and it's still the same price now!"

Zhang Yimou sighed and said, "Perhaps you have guessed it, Harvey has changed his mind."

Harvey used his old tricks again, breaking the contract and saying it was not worth it, and was only willing to pay 250 million US dollars.

Anyway, no one is competing with him now.

In Zhang Yimou's view, the price he offered was like an insult.

"500 million, can you give me a little more? Our movie is well-made and cost million US dollars."

Given Zhang Yimou's introverted personality, it is difficult for him to say this.

He has never been sociable.

Tang Wen had some respect for him, but business was business.

He thought about it and suggested, "The copyright of the island country hasn't been sold yet, right?"

"No, how much can Director Tang give in total?"

Tang Wen raised his hand and said, "Director Zhang misunderstood. I just judged that this movie would be good in the island market.

If you are willing to take a gamble, you can sign a profit-sharing contract with the island country's distribution company.

As for the North American market, to be honest, I have no idea. I will only invest 500 million to test the waters.”

Zhang Yimou didn't want to force it any longer, so after the show ended in the evening, he returned to the company and studied Tang Wen's suggestions with Zhang Weiping overnight.

The next day.

The premiere ceremony of "Infernal Affairs 2", the celebration party of "A World Without Thieves", and the crews of "The Heaven Sword and the Dragon Saber" and "Peacock" also arrived.

The event was attended by many media and stars.
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