Huayu: From charlatan to great entertainer

Chapter 175 Xiao Liu in the Post-Red Star Wood Era

There is no free lunch in the world.

Especially when eating this farmed knife fish from a "state banquet" chef like Han Shanping, you have to pay an extra price.

He promised that China Film Corporation would communicate with the Film Bureau and set up a joint venture with Dong Shuangqiang and Lu Kuan to participate in the acquisition and management of Travel Satellite TV.

Boss Lu also had to share the $7000 million "Alien Land" project with him.

When it comes to resource exchange, the most important thing is that everyone achieves their own goals.

After the banquet, Han Shanping asked Lu Kuan to get into his car.

"Xiaolu, you have done something great without making any noise."

"Mr. Han mentioned Travel Channel?"

"That's no big deal. I'm talking about your Hollywood co-production."

"Are you sure about a $7000 million investment?"

To be honest, with an investment of nearly 6 million RMB and an original script, even a geek like Lu Kuan wouldn't dare to say it's a sure win.

But after all, the operation plan is modeled after "Tomb Raider". Even if it fails, his losses will be limited and not a serious blow.

The louder the waves, the more expensive the fish.

Under such great pressure, the benefits that Lukuan can obtain are also multi-dimensional.

“I can’t say I’m completely sure, but life is a rare opportunity to take risks, so I’ll just give it a try!”

Han Shanping was a little hesitant. Even though he was the head of China Film Group, it was not an easy decision to make such a large investment.

Lu Kuan was not short of funds, but he had to tie Han Shanping to his chariot.

Seeing that he was hesitant, Boss Lu started to talk nonsense.

"Although 'Alien Land' is a co-production, it is adapted from a Chinese science fiction novel. I added a lot of Chinese elements to the script."

"For example, the filming location at the Oriental Pearl Tower in Shanghai, the Chinatown we created, and the concept of the passage of time in the script, I incorporated inspiration from the ancient Chinese fantasy novel, 'Dong Ming Ji'."

"Add Chinese actors and the images of monsters from the Classic of Mountains and Seas."

"It can be said that this can be used as a promotional video for us to spread the connotations of Chinese culture and philosophy to the outside world!"

The more Han Shanping listened, the brighter his eyes became.

The position of Chairman of China Film Corporation is a lucrative one, coveted by people all the time.

For him sitting in this position, making money is secondary.

The key is how to research and expand the domestic film market and let Chinese films and film culture go global!
“How much do you want China Film Investment to invest?”

Boss Lu raised two fingers and said, "Two options, you can choose."

"For $700 million, we will directly sell the mainland copyright to China Film Group; for $400 million, China Film Group will participate in the profit sharing according to its share."

Han Shanping thought about the remaining investment of China Film Group this year and said: "400 million US dollars, let's split the profits."

Lu Kuan did not comment on his caution.

The main source of profit for this movie is undoubtedly in North America. The box office of mainland movies is limited and the share of the profits is not high, so it’s okay to give it to him.

"By the way, Mr. Han, I need your help with something else."

Han Shanping smiled and nodded at Lu Kuan: "You kid, you've got some monkey tricks. First it was Travel TV tonight, and now this."

"I'm curious, if China Film didn't invest in your film 'Alien Land', would you still be embarrassed to tell me?"

Boss Lu said confidently, "That's great! Apart from anything else, 'The Thief' will definitely make China Film Distribution a fortune. We are strategic partners!"

"Haha, go ahead and tell me what you want. As long as it's not something that violates the principles, that's fine."

"Boss Han, I heard that Xi'an Film Studio is applying for shareholding reform."

Han Shanping calmly folded the seat of the business car back.

"Yes, that's true."

"That's not right. Why are you asking me the same question as Huayi Xiaowang?"

"Boss Han, can you please help me cut in line? We'll get whatever materials you need as quickly as possible. I've got my eye on the distribution company of Xi'an Film Studio."

Han Shanping found it quite amusing: "Why do you still want to get involved in the publishing business?"

"You've spread yourself too thin! You've only made two low-budget films, and you're already talking about a $7000 million co-production and a stake in a state-owned company."

Lu Kuan spoke frankly: "If you don't plan for the future, you will inevitably have immediate worries. The domestic film market will expand rapidly in the future. Film companies that don't develop a full industry chain will suffer losses."

Han Shanping pondered for a long time. He had not yet fallen out with Huayi and had close ties with the Beijing circle.

But Lu Kuan was a young talent that he was very optimistic about, and they had just reached a cooperation agreement.

This bowl of water still needs to be kept fair.

"How about this, I'll ask the leader to approve it, and you guys hurry up and prepare the materials."

"How the negotiations are concluded depends on your own ability. I can't interfere."

This result is already very good.

When in Cannes, Lu Kuan called Zhong Lifang to arrange for her to contact the Xi'an Film Studio, but the other party kept declining, which was obviously due to administrative interference.

Lu Kuan had no choice but to find Han Shanping and pass him a note to be shortlisted.

After all, Huayi and Xi'an Film Studio have collaborated on the movie "Heroes of Heaven and Earth", and they have all the resources and relationships in place.

The energy of the circle is still very great.

However, no matter how powerful one is, one must operate within the rules. For example, Huayi has just finished dealing with the "Cell Phone" project.

Two days later, at the Huayi headquarters building on Xinyuan South Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing.

"Brother, these are the photos sent back in the past few days."

Wang Dajun looked at his brother in confusion and took out a stack of photos from the envelope, which were themed after Xu Xiyuan.

There were times when she confronted and quarreled with Lu Kuan, and there were times when she left the Wenjie Company building crying.

"Why are you filming her?"

"This woman and Lu Kuan have a vague relationship. I think she's similar to Dong Jie. They can both do something."

"Sure?"

"Sure. I asked my friends in Taiwan, and Wang Weizhong scolded her in his office about seduction and so on."

Wang Dajun couldn't believe it: "Are people on the island so straightforward?"

"Well... let's divide them up."

The boss straightened the photo and put it back into the envelope.

"First, you can't be sure that he was responsible for the report on 'Cell Phone' and the incident involving Choi Yong-won."

"Secondly, what can you do to Xu Xiyuan? Would she risk her career to help you prove that Lu Kuan was having affairs with her?"

Wang Xiaolei said slyly: "I couldn't before, but I think it's almost the same now."

"What do you mean?"

"Several artists from the company also went to audition today. It's for the show 'Love Is Not Blind'."

"It's said that Xu Xiyuan acted like a big shot on set, hinting that the role was given to her by Lu Kuan, and refused to remove her makeup to perform."

"Later, Lu Kuan sent someone over to scold her and chase her away."

Wang Dajun was quite surprised to see someone of the same kind.

"This guy is really heartless. He prostituted her and didn't pay her."

"But Xiaolei, Lu Kuan is a talented person. If we can make friends with him, we should make friends with him. Huayi can't always rely on Feng Xiaogang alone."

Wang Xiaolei was a little disappointed: "My brother, how often do we give him a cold shoulder?"

"He held a celebration party for 'The Drummer' and we sent him gifts and flower baskets, and you even went in person to show your support."

"Which of his films didn't Huayi contact first to show its goodwill? We can let him choose our artists? But what's the result?"

"Also, the Lunar New Year film 'Cell Phone' by Kuaishou was being criticized because he wanted to clear the way for his own 'Thief'. His film is about family warmth, and he's counting on the Lunar New Year box office!"

"I seriously suspect that it was Lu Kuan who did it!"

He didn't dare confess that he had secretly instigated Jiang Wen to do bad things. His brother Da Jun had a different style of doing things from him, and he was afraid of being scolded.

Wang Dajun seemed to be thinking about something. This logic made sense. Could it really be him?
The secretary knocked on the door and came in: "Mr. Wang, something's going on."

He handed over a letter from the Xi'an Film Studio, informing about the share reform bidding, and there was clearly an extra line in the column for the newly added units.

"Fuck! I told you! This wolf cub has had bad intentions for a long time!"

Wang Xiaolei's eyes were bloodshot: "Brother, why are you still hesitating?"

Wang Dajun's temples were also throbbing with veins.

Since Huayi's rise, this is the first time that someone has dared to go to such extremes to touch their brothers' tiger whiskers.

He slammed the letter on the table.

"What are you going to do?"

Wang Xiaolei was confident: "He is now close to Lao Han. 'Thief' was also distributed by China Film Group. There is no room for manipulating this."

"I thought we should capture the leader first, so I just criticized him in public opinion!"

Wang Dajun was puzzled: "Hasn't that Zhuo Wei been spreading rumors about his romantic affairs? Can this hurt him?"

"The entertainment reporter's voice is weak. Maybe the couple is actually in love?"

"Just look for this Xu Xiyuan. Her 'Meteor Garden 2' ratings are abysmal. She's relying on gigs and hosting to stay popular in Taiwan. Otherwise, she wouldn't have rushed straight to Beijing to harass Lu Kuan." "Huayi offered her a contract and film contract, and then asked her to reveal or hint at Lu Kuan's sexual exploits, and then cry in front of the camera!"

"There are people like Dong Jie, right? I've tried to get in touch with them all. If they're not able to come forward, I'll just make up a story based on hearsay."

Wang Dajun suddenly seemed to remember something: "Bingbing, don't do anything rash. She's very popular now after her trip to Cannes. If you get her involved, Wang Jinhua will definitely be mad at you."

"Of course. Bingbing's endorsement income has increased quite a bit recently. Why don't we let Bingbing continue to befriend Lu Kuan? That way, we can get the latest news sooner."

Wang Dajun nodded at his brother and said, "You, always thinking of doing these crooked things. And you're sending artists to your rival's bed like this?"

"Brother, what you said is true. When you asked her to start a scandal with Sammo Hung, wasn't that the same approach?"

Wang Dajun laughed and scolded him, and the two decided to follow the plan.

September 9st, Liu Yifei’s house.

"Xixi, why do you have another cat?"

"Haha, my mom just found it in the yard yesterday. It looks so pitiful. I guess it was thrown away by a big cat."

There were two or three of them lying next to Concubine Liu Yi, and she was rubbing them with her hands and face without any disgust.

If her current fans online saw this, they would probably wish they could die in her place, right?

Yang Siwei suddenly had an idea: "Xixi, don't move. I'll take a picture of you and post it on my blog!"

"Huh? Is this okay? I'm not wearing any makeup?"

Yang Siwei laughed and said, "It doesn't matter whether I draw or not. Director Lu said that celebrities need to be high-profile on the runway and down-to-earth in real life in order to get closer to their fans."

"Oh, that's easy. I can just take a picture and post it online when I have nothing to do!"

Because of the flapping of Lu Kuan's butterfly wings, Hongxingwu became a passer-by in Liu Yifei's career.

The new studio is still being set up, and now Yang Siwei goes directly to her house when he has something to do.

"Where's Aunt Liu?"

"Cheng Jingfei has something to ask her. He seems to owe a large sum of money and is in a difficult situation now."

Yang Siwei frowned and glared: "You are not allowed to sympathize with him. He almost hurt you badly. If it weren't for..."

As he said this, he sighed softly.

"Hey, in the past, Mr. Lu always pointed the way and we just followed. Now that he's gone as a guiding light, I'm really a little panicked!"

"Xixi, I'm really afraid of delaying you. You're on such a good track right now. Don't let me screw you over again because of my unprofessionalism."

Concubine Liu Yi held her hand: "What are you talking about! No way."

"Besides, even without roads, butchers won't eat hairy pigs. Just go for it. I support you!"

After that, he covered his mouth and laughed secretly: "Besides, now the money I make, whether good or bad, goes to Lu Kuan, so let's not worry too much."

"There's one rule: if there's a movie or TV show, I have to read the script first and talk to the director. Otherwise, no matter how good the director or the show is, I won't be on it."

Yang Siwei understood what she meant.

Good actors are made of good roles, and an actor has limited time and energy.

Especially for an actress like her who is in the growth stage and has not yet finalized in all aspects, following the right director and choosing the right script will greatly improve her career and business ability.

If you can meet a director like Lu Kuan, even if you are scolded and cried every time, after all, what you learn is yours.

Yang Siwei was a little indignant. "Boss Lu, what a fool! How dare he sign a contract like that with you? We're just going to work for him for two years for nothing?"

"It's me, not you."

"I will definitely leave some of my earnings for the studio's maintenance and development, and the rest will be used to pay off my debts. Who made me brag so much..."

Concubine Liu Yi snorted coldly: "Besides, when have you ever seen him suffer any loss? It's good enough that he doesn't take advantage of others."

"Please never overestimate the moral bottom line of your former boss!"

The two men laughed.

There are four major crimes among men, such as soliciting prostitution together and squatting on the fence.

The fastest way to get closer between women is to say bad things about a third person.

Yang Siwei suddenly remembered something: "Oh, that Zhou Xingchi's 'Kung Fu' that Liu Zeyu mentioned the other day is having auditions now. Do you want to sign up?"

"Sign up! Why not? I'll audition based on my own abilities. If I'm good, I'll get in. If I'm not, I'll not."

"There's also Lu Kuan's 'Alien Land'. I'm also going to sign up. He always prioritizes the role when it comes to movies and won't show favoritism to anyone."

Yang Siwei secretly complained in his heart, it may be okay for others, but not necessarily for you.

She was operating using Liu Yifei's computer and blog account. The photo she posted ten minutes ago had already received more than a thousand comments and was extremely popular.

"Sissi, you already have several fan sites. I think you could make something of it."

Concubine Liu Yi asked curiously, "How do you do this?"

"It's about organizing regular events. You invite them to your home for a visit or a private screening of your new work."

"I remember Mr. Lu said that fan management is a science and a required course for us agents."

Concubine Liu Yi frowned and said, "Okay, you can do it. I will cooperate with you."

The little girl suddenly felt a little melancholy. Once she left the shelter of Lukuan, she felt like a girl who had started a family on her own, with all the burdens of life falling on her shoulders.

You don't feel anything when some people exist, but only when you lose them do you realize how awkward it is.

The two people's auras influenced each other, and perhaps Yang Siwei also felt this.

She suddenly sat down on the sofa and stared at Liu Yifei's eyes.

"Xixi, tell me, why don't you sign a contract with Wenjie?"

"Is it because..."

Concubine Liu Yi looked a little embarrassed: "I'm afraid you'll laugh at me if I tell you..."

Yang Siwei smiled like an auntie: "You and I don't know your little thoughts..."

"Don't say it! Don't say it!"

Liu Yifei covered her agent's mouth, feeling embarrassed to have her secrets exposed.

"During my third audition at the Beijing Film Academy, I was asked to recite poetry, and I recited 'To the Oak Tree.'"

"If I were... you, I would never be like a climbing trumpet creeper, using its high branches to show off."

"I felt that after signing the agency contract with Wenjie, I would always be under his control and become his vassal."

"I never have the courage to say no to him, and I never have the courage to ask him for anything..."

She was too embarrassed to say that word in front of Yang Siwei.

But this innocent look made Yang Siwei sigh.

You are really not suitable for the entertainment industry.

Unlike Fan Bingbing, who always looks scheming when he is with the boss.

That's a natural born player!

Yang Siwei wanted to try to correct her thoughts.

"Then have you ever thought about why Lu Kuan praised you?"

"You said it yourself. He's someone who never wants to suffer a loss. He must have found value in you before giving you the resources."

"So even if you signed with Wenjie, you're not just asking for things. You've also created economic value for him and his company, right?"

"In the world of questions, with his resources and guidance, we could have avoided many detours. Why did you choose the most difficult path?"

Liu Yifei was a little arrogant: "There's no reason. It's not like I'll never have anything to do with him again. It's just that I want to be an independent individual and talk to him. I'll never be able to hold my head up if I live under someone else's roof!"

This is because he has not suffered enough from the beatings of the entertainment industry and has not yet realized how dangerous the road ahead is.

Yang Siwei suddenly remembered what he had read yesterday when he accompanied her to read the original novel of The Return of the Condor Heroes: Once you meet Yang Guo, you will regret it for the rest of your life.

You must not meet someone too amazing when you are young, otherwise he will dominate your youth.

Especially since Liu Yifei is now at the age where she likes yellow-haired men.

Liu Yifei is packing her things to prepare for school in the afternoon. Today is the first day of school at Beijing Film Academy and there is a class meeting in the afternoon.

Yang Siwei suddenly screamed and clicked the mouse in his hand.

"This this!"

"Gold Powder" actress Dong Jie exposes: A certain director surnamed Lu is immoral and regularly harasses female cast members on set!

A crew member from the filming of "The Drummer" revealed that a director surnamed Lu frequently stayed out for prostitutes during filming, causing panic among the female cast and crew members.

A makeup artist from the filming of "Thief" revealed that a director surnamed Lu used the excuse of filming to coerce a beautiful assistant director into having sex with him!

Concubine Liu Yi was shocked and angry: "What are they talking about!"

Yang Siwei realized the horror of this wave of negative news better than she did.

Quickly open the top portal websites such as Tianya, Maopu, Xinlang Entertainment, and Wangyi, including Blog.com.

None were spared.

Even the most recent post on Lu Kuan’s blog celebrating the award for “Thief” was blasted.

The obscene language is disgusting.

What a big deal!

　The next chapter is up, I am applying to be released from prison
　　
　
(End of this chapter)