The richest person in Chinese entertainment

Chapter 160 I haven’t released any new songs yet, what are you afraid of?
The day after the premiere of "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone", at the Zhang family mansion.

“Leon, is this your home? It’s so beautiful.”

After the premiere, Rowling did not rush back. Instead, at Zhang Chen's invitation, she went to Zhang Chen's house with the three little ones in the movie.

"This is one of the vintage buildings in our country. If you are interested, I can tell you about its origin and the functions of each of these buildings."

"Of course I'm interested. I'm planning to include elements of some of the more representative countries in the world in my book, so I'm happy to learn about your country's culture."

Zhang Chen always felt it was weird when a Chinese person said he wanted to learn about Chinese culture.

But since Rowling was interested, whether out of genuine curiosity or just being polite, he had to continue the conversation.

It would be good to let those who can spread words to the world know more about Chinese culture.

The following time, Zhang Chen took Luo Lin and others to visit the entire Zhang family mansion.

To be honest, it was also the first time for Zhang Chen himself to visit the environment in which he lived.

The entire Zhang residence is composed of four medium and large courtyards.

The mansion is composed of two parts, the north-south length of about 200 meters, the east-west width of more than 120 meters, covering an area of about 24000 square meters, of which the mansion covers an area of 12260 square meters and the garden covers an area of 11000 square meters. The mansion is not only spacious, but also based on the antique architecture, some modern improvements have been made.

The exterior is in line with the surrounding style, but the interior is full of high-tech.

"Is this where you usually work?"

Rowling looked at the study room in front of her, which was over a hundred square meters, with surprise in her eyes.

He couldn't imagine that Zhang Chen, at such a young age, had so many books.

"I usually just browse around. I just put a book here for show when I see one I like."

This is true. He doesn't have the energy to read all the books, and many of the books placed here are just decorative works.

"But the environment here is really good, which allows people to calm down and create."

Rowling nodded. She also noticed that many books had not been read, but the scent of books filling the room could calm her heart.

"Yes, every time I sit in it, it always brings me a lot of inspiration."

“It seems like you wrote a lot of your songs here.”

"Haha, that's right."

He couldn't explain the origins of his songs, he was just sitting here for others to see.

Many creations also need an excuse, such as starring in a TV series and playing a person's life. Is there any more convincing creative inspiration than this?
Many people thought that he went into acting in order to increase his "national popularity" in front of the audience, but they didn't know that Zhang Chen was thinking about how to use these acting experiences to enrich his creative process.

"Let's go. I'll take you to taste Chinese delicacies. I'll pick out some that you're used to."

Although China is known as a food desert, the Chinese have always prided themselves on being a food powerhouse.

But it is impossible to expect the Chinese people to completely accept Chinese cuisine.

There are huge differences in eating habits between the two sides. Some foods that are delicious to the local people may be considered as disgusting to foreigners.

While Zhang Chen was entertaining his guests, the outside world was also full of news about him.

Especially the question raised by the reporter at the premiere, which sparked a heated discussion.

"Zhang Chen is a Western worshiper? He asked him to come to my construction site and carry bricks properly, but he didn't even notice who donated money to start the construction of our site."

At a construction site in the capital that was already undergoing site clearance work, a sweaty worker heard the news from his coworkers and immediately spoke up for Zhang Chen.

Everyone working on their construction site remembers Zhang Chen's kindness.

Because in their opinion, they were able to get this job entirely because of Zhang Chen's support.

In the future, this place will provide nearly 10,000 jobs for the entire capital. This time, someone dared to slander Zhang Chen, and they were the first to stand up and express their disagreement.

In addition, the currently famous F4, under the hype of the Taiwanese media, has become a new generation of Taiwanese idol group that Zhang Chen looks down on. Therefore, the question asked by the reporter at the scene to F4 was: "Zhang Chen said he doesn't want to pay attention to you. He said he has never heard of you. What do you want to say about this?"

"We will work hard to let our seniors see our efforts and strive to meet Senior Zhang Chen at the next awards ceremony."

"Are you implying that Zhang Chen didn't win the award this year?"

"I'm not, I didn't, don't talk nonsense!"

F4 was shocked by the reporter's brave statement. If they admitted it, they would have no chance to stay in this circle. They were so scared that they quickly distanced themselves from the matter.

"Leon, thank you for your hospitality. I think I should be able to show readers a more realistic China in my next book."

“Come and visit often when you have time. I believe this place will bring you different surprises every year.”

"Leon, you will come to Ying Country to see me, right?"

Emma should be the one who is most reluctant to leave. Not to mention that Zhang Chen, whom she admires, is here, just the thought of going back for several months of filming and studying after the filming is enough to terrify her.

The young actors in the Harry Potter film series must follow the relevant regulations of the United States. The filming time cannot exceed the prescribed time, nor can it delay the young actors' studies.

So they have to work during filming and study after filming, which makes many young actors miserable.

This trip to China is also a rare vacation time for them, so they are naturally reluctant to leave.

"Of course I will. The crew often shoots at my house. I will definitely come and play with you guys when I get back."

If you go to Ying Country, you will definitely see it, but if you don't go, you can't say for sure. After coming down from Wudang Mountain, Zhang Chen had to deal with things one after another.

Now it has been a week since "Harry Potter" was released, and he began to ask Li Xiaoping about the box office data of the week.

"The movie's first-week box office data is 4500 million, and it is expected to exceed million before it is released."

“How many cinemas under our umbrella are already open for business?”

If Morning Light Entertainment had not entered the market, perhaps the box office data of "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone" would not have been so high.

But last year, Morning Glory Entertainment began to develop cinemas, which led to a rapid increase in the number of cinemas in the mainland market and indirectly boosted movie box office.

"Eight theaters have been renovated so far. According to the boss's request, each theater has at least eight screens. Adding the theaters we have acquired, the number of screens under 'Morning Light Cinema' has now reached 8."

“What are the sales figures for movie-related merchandise?”

The total box office revenue is so small, and Chen Guang’s share of it is also small, so it is better to pay attention to the surrounding sales rather than the cinema’s turnover.

"The total sales of the peripheral products is about 8000 million, and after deducting the cost, there is a profit of about 6000 million, but..."

"Has a pirated version been released?"

"Yes, there was a report today that some small places have started selling pirated copies."

"A cinema or a small shop?"

"Small shop."

"Then don't worry about it. You can't worry about it."

Zhang Chen has no better solution to the problem of piracy. If he must say so, it will be harmful to himself. However, if it is for people who are not well off financially but love their products very much and can buy their favorite products with less money, then Zhang Chen can understand that.

He can only hope that everyone will support him to the best of their ability.

"The movie has grossed over $9 million worldwide, and we have made about $2 million in sales of peripheral products, which translates to a profit of about $1.6 million after deducting costs."

Speaking of this, Li Xiaoping couldn't help but be amazed.

She didn't expect that a movie could bring so much profit to a peripheral product manufacturer that had just been established.

"Continue to provide blood transfusions to the Morning Light Cinema and try to acquire some core land in first- and second-tier cities before the end of the year."

After 08, domestic housing prices will really start to soar, so take as much land in core areas as you can now.

This is also the cornerstone for the company's long-term development in the future.

A company cannot just have cash lying around in its accounts; it must also find ways to convert the money into high-quality assets.

High-quality assets are the core property of a company.

"By the way, how's the investigation going on?"

Zhang Chen suddenly remembered that the last incident should have had a result, so why no one reported to him until now?

"After our people followed him, they found that the reporter went into a hotel and did not come out until about two hours later."

"The clue is broken?"

"It wasn't a complete failure. We checked the hotel's check-in information."

"Wait a minute, how did you check?"

"Don't worry, we're going through the formal channels."

Zhang Chen was really worried that Li Xiaoping had resorted to some illegal means. If this was discovered, it would be difficult to explain.

"There is a Japanese person in the check-in information, and the company behind him is 'Avex Asia Holdings Limited.'"

"Ayumi Hamasaki?"

"It should be."

When Zhang Chen heard the news, he also recalled some recent news.

Ayumi Hamasaki released an album at the beginning of this year and won the Oricon chart.

Today is February 2st, and tomorrow is the MTV Asia Awards ceremony.

The two biggest awards will be presented at this ceremony: "International Most Popular Male and Female Singer" and "Asia's Most Influential Singer".

The record company behind Ayumi Hamasaki is Avex, which is also the parent company of Avex Asia Holdings mentioned by Li Xiaoping just now. Avex Asia Holdings just entered the markets of Hong Kong Island and Taiwan in January this year.

If we say that the biggest obstacle for Ayumi Hamasaki to win the award is Zhang Chen in Asia.

"It's useless to slander me in China. At least they have to label me a 'traitor' to make me lose the election."

Zhang Chen was speechless. He didn't release any new album last year, so why were others afraid that he would snatch the award from their artist?

　Chapter 3000, words.

　　There are still 4000 words left, and I don't think I will be able to write any more before five o'clock today. The promised update of words a month is going to be discontinued. I am unwilling to accept this.

　　My friend has never been heartbroken before, but he happened to me like this at this very moment. I'm so angry.

　　If the update volume today is not up to standard, it will be made up tomorrow!
　　
　
(End of this chapter)