Top Chinese celebrity: Debuted from Running Man

Chapter 209 Gu Qing VS Chris Wu
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"#Gu Qing becomes a hit overseas#!"

The buzz on domestic social media platforms is no less intense than the hustle and bustle on the streets of Bangkok.

Industry insiders and brand owners stared in disbelief at the videos and news screenshots sent back from Lao Tai.

The faces of those fans who crowded the streets and screamed at the top of their lungs, their eyes filled with fanaticism that almost overflowed the screen, were an atmosphere that could not be faked by "hiring people to support them".

"Why is Gu Qing so popular in Thailand?"

It has become a huge question mark in the minds of countless people.

While "The Journey of Flower" is undoubtedly excellent, how did it manage to generate such phenomenal popularity when it went abroad, especially in Southeast Asia where there are significant cultural differences?
The storm he caused within half a day of his arrival has led many brands to reassess the "international potential" of this young top star.

at the same time,

The screenshot of Gu Qing's "League of Legends first server Grandmaster rank" that he posted on Weibo not long ago was like a bombshell dropped into the e-sports circle.

Its power was amplified infinitely against the backdrop of Gu Qing's explosive popularity overseas.

After the devastating "dark age" of the S5 World Championship, the LPL region fell to its lowest point, but League of Legends itself remains a behemoth that firmly occupies the entertainment lives of young people in China.

EDG, who won the first Mid-Season Invitational (MSI) last year, were in the limelight and even appeared on CCTV to promote their game.

Even pop king Jay Chou has become a big fan, making it a topic of conversation among both players and the official team.

This massive traffic and the high degree of overlap with the young demographic naturally makes countless celebrities envious, all wanting a piece of the pie and to ride the coattails of "e-sports" to enhance their trendiness and youthful image.

among them,

The one with the biggest moves and the most momentum is none other than "Kris Wu".

Their team meticulously planned and bought press releases to promote their "diamond-level service level" extensively.

Their goal is to host a potential future celebrity exhibition match, and they dream of competing on the same stage as Jay Chou.

This will elevate his own status and solidify his identity as an "international trend icon".

However, things didn't go as planned. Gu Qing's genuine screenshot of a Grandmaster in the first server with a win rate as high as 75% suddenly appeared.

Like a precise dimensional reduction attack, it instantly shattered the "e-sports master" persona that Wu's team had carefully cultivated!
In this age of bronze-level dogs and silver-level gods...

In the eyes of ordinary players, the "Master of the First District" is an unattainable figure.

His skill level and expertise are so high that he could even try out for a top-tier league and become a semi-professional player.

Even more "fatal" is that netizens quickly dug up an old clip of Gu Qing cosplaying League of Legends characters with Yang Ying when she participated in Running Man:

Clips featuring "Lucian the Purifier" and "Jinx the Loose Cannon".

The timeline clearly proves that
Gu Qing is a seasoned veteran player, and he is definitely not someone who is cramming for marketing purposes.

This genuine blend of passion and skill has won the natural favor of a large number of esports players.

Tencent and the official League of Legends team would never miss such a golden opportunity.

With a wave of his hand, he fully propelled the hashtag #GuQing·LeagueofLegends# to the top of the trending topics list.

This move can be described as a win-win situation: on the one hand, it successfully diverted some of the negative emotions caused by the loss in the World Championship from the players.

Use the positive image of "celebrity gamers" to boost the community atmosphere.

On the other hand, by leveraging Gu Qing's massive online presence and popularity, the game attracted a large number of non-players, injecting fresh blood into the game.

Everyone knew perfectly well that once Gu Qing returned from Thailand, a series of activities involving deep collaboration between the Tencent ecosystem and him would inevitably follow.

In this storm that swept through the industry and the e-sports circle, the happiest and most triumphant people were none other than the "Gu family".

Previously,

With Li Yifeng falling out of favor, the only fans left who can rival Gu Qing at the top are Chris Wu and Lu Han.

The box office success of "Mr. Six" emboldened the fans, who frequently made sarcastic remarks about the Gu family, especially focusing on their "international influence":
"Our prince is already an international superstar. He became a global sensation during the XO era. What makes you, Gu Qing, compare?"

"You only got a few luxury brand endorsements? Top stars are all about international flair. Our prince's luxury brand endorsements alone can crush all of you!"

These remarks were like sharp thorns, leaving the Gu family feeling frustrated and unable to refute them. After all, the other party's status as a "former XO member" and their early overseas popularity were indeed real advantages.

But now, everything is different!
The frenzied scenes of massive crowds and near-out-of-control order on the streets of Bangkok were clearly captured on videos from overseas and transmitted back to China.

The Thai girls' unwavering pursuit and heartfelt love are on a scale and with an enthusiasm that is absolutely no less than the sensation caused by any top international superstar overseas!
With just one drama and half a day's trip, Gu Qing ignited such a raging fire in a foreign land. This was simply the most timely and powerful counterattack ammunition delivered to the Gu family!
Long-suppressed emotions erupted instantly, and the Gu family launched a fierce counterattack across various social media platforms and forum comment sections:

"You keep praising your master as an international superstar? Without XO's legacy, how many people overseas still recognize him?"

"Look at our brother, he really made a splash in Thailand with one drama, this is true cultural export!"

"International superstar? My brother's dramas can go abroad and earn real money and foreign exchange. As for the ones your master makes, apart from fans entertaining themselves, how many people overseas watch them?"

"Boasting about your gaming skills? Diamond rank? That's hilarious!"

"My brother's status as a master is far superior to your pointy-faced brother's!"

"A 'master' who's been hyped up with press releases, what are you pretending to be, some kind of e-sports god? If you're so capable, show us a screenshot of your rank!"

"My brother is Tyrande's undisputed white moonlight! Handsome, kind-hearted, and incredibly strong! It's really ugly how some people are jumping up and down with their sour grapes!"

The battleground between fans in the Chinese entertainment industry is thick with tension, and the intensity of their online arguments is escalating dramatically.

The fans, naturally, were not to be outdone, and vehemently defended their idol's "international status" and "e-sports prowess."

The two sides went back and forth, with all sorts of derogatory terms, old jokes, photoshopped images, and data comparisons flying around.

The two hot topics of Gu Qing's sudden rise to fame and his League of Legends Master rank have been thoroughly hyped into a top-tier traffic battle in the Chinese entertainment industry that has attracted nationwide attention.

Gu Qing, one of the epicenters of the storm, managed to escape with difficulty under official protection and safely returned to her hotel.

"Xiao Gu, get some rest."

Chen Sicheng bid farewell with regret.

He had also booked a bar, planning to take his brothers out for dinner and then enjoy the local Thai culture.

Who would have thought,

Gu Qing has such a huge influence.

"Little Gu, you'll have plenty of time to sleep when you're old, let's climb the ranks together!"

Chen Chichi's internet addiction has flared up, and he still wants to keep fighting.

"I'm not going to fight anymore. Filming is the priority. I need to study my character."

Gu Qing shook her head and refused, then bid farewell to Wang Baoqiang and his group and returned to her room to rest.

After washing up in the bathroom, he continued to practice his demeanor in front of the mirror, imitating Qin Feng's mannerisms and lines.

About forty minutes,

Gu Qing coughed lightly to clear her dry throat, then went to the living room to get some water, picking up her phone from the table.

He then discovered that Tong Liya had sent him many messages:
"Little brother, I noticed you haven't eaten anything tonight. Are you hungry?"

"Not eating at night is bad for your health. You can't choose not to eat just because you're a celebrity."

"Would you like me to have someone make you something to eat and send it over?"

"Little brother, are you asleep?"

Besides Tong Liya,

Chen Sicheng also sent him many messages, all with almost the same content, asking if he was hungry.

What's wrong with this couple?

Gu Qing scratched his head in confusion.
The nagging energy,

Just like some elderly parents who are overly concerned about their health.

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(End of this chapter)