Have you ever been a celebrity? Why are you writing about entertainment?

"A cameo role?"

While typing, Yu Wei received a call from Xianjing Film and Television. The TV series adaptation of "The Myth" was about to be released, and they were calling mainly to invite Yu Wei to play a cameo role.

As one of the largest companies specializing in period dramas in China, Xianjing Film and Television has plenty of money. After buying the script, they decided that since they were going to develop an IP, they couldn't delay.

The movie started filming a couple of days ago, and the TV series has a longer production cycle. If there's a long gap between the two projects, the hype will all be gone, so we must start preparing as soon as possible.

They will refer to the casting list provided by Yu Wei. Although these people are all quite popular, they are obviously no match for Yu Wei.

If possible, they would naturally want to maximize the buzz. Knowing that Yu Wei is busy causing trouble, they would even be willing to play a small role if necessary.

If he's willing to come, they can use that for publicity, and netizens and viewers will definitely be more receptive...

"It's not impossible."

The only standout character in the drama "The Myth" is Gao Yao. Yu Wei wasn't very interested in the other main actors, but his cameo appearance would be quite interesting.

Xianjing Film and Television treated him very well, even to the point of being extremely accommodating, and was willing to help him out with such a small favor.

As a screenwriter, it's not a problem for him to make a cameo appearance, right?

"Then arrange for me to be an extra who bullies Gao Yao in the early stages, and then kick Lin Puyan a couple of times when it's real."

Upon hearing this, the assistant director on the other end of the phone was dumbfounded. Was it really appropriate for him, a famous star who was on his way to international fame, to come here and play a minor role?

When they're doing publicity, they should at least be respectable characters; the NPCs who bully their new colleagues probably don't even have their faces shown.

Besides, what did Teacher Lin do to you?

Just as the assistant director was in a dilemma, unsure how to persuade Yu Wei to change her mind, Yu Wei suddenly said "oh" and took the initiative to say that it was alright.

Weren't those people who attacked Gaoyao in the early stages also eunuchs? No way, he's a web novelist, and it's unlucky for someone in that line of work to play a eunuch...

He can play any role, but eunuchs are out of the question, lest readers misunderstand.

"Then I'll play Cui Wenzi."

No one remembers the character's name, but he's the legendary doctor in the mythological drama. He cured Yi Xiaochuan's plague and also concocted the elixir of immortality. You could say he's incredibly prestigious.

Theoretically speaking, he is the most bugged character in the plot. He has created the elixir of immortality all by himself, so what else is there to say?

The assistant director breathed a sigh of relief. Compared to playing a minor role, Cui Wenzi was at least a respectable character with some memorable qualities, making it a very good choice.

Despite having limited screen time, he always steps in to help Yi Xiaochuan whenever he faces a crisis, making him a veritable golden-finger grandpa.

After finalizing the cast, Xianjing Film and Television began preparations for the drama's promotion. In today's internet age, a drama receives attention from the very beginning of casting, and the first wave of promotion is the starting line, so they didn't want to fall behind.

However, with this large Buddha statue still there, the popularity will definitely not be bad.

Two days later, before the dust had settled from the launch of Yu Wei's new song overseas, a bomb of astonishing magnitude was dropped into the deep waters of the film and television industry without warning.

The news was initially updated silently on film and television industry news websites, but in less than ten minutes, it was captured and screenshotted by sharp-eyed netizens, and then quickly spread on social media platforms.

"Movie adaptation of The Myth?" "TV series of the same name approved"—these related terms are followed by a steadily rising "hot" label.

The first reaction was one of subconscious confusion and curiosity from netizens who were interested in the film.

"Am I seeing things? It's someone with the same name?"

"The movie hasn't even been released yet, and the TV adaptation is already out..."

Are they telling the same story, or just sharing the same name?

"Is it Xianjing Film and Television again? Trying to fleece their fans again?"

Although the start of filming for the movie "The Myth" wasn't heavily publicized, viewers who follow the film industry were aware of it. However, before the empty promises could be fulfilled, another one was issued.

Seeing that it's the same film and television company, a bad feeling quietly arose. Xianjing Film and Television seems to be trying to rehash old ideas. In today's film and television industry, it's common to see the same IP being adapted for the same source repeatedly. After making a TV series version, they make a movie version, treating the audience like韭菜 (a metaphor for exploiting people). When netizens saw the announcement of the TV series version, their first reaction was—Yu Wei has been scammed.

Damn Xianjing Film Industry, they bought the copyright from Yu Wei and started making random adaptations, huh? They've seen this kind of thing too many times.

The author gets cheated, the audience suffers, the readers are heartbroken, and the capitalists rake in the money...

So you think one movie wasn't enough to fleece your fans, and you're planning to make a TV series to continue? Pah, you bastard! Yu Weizhen really has bad luck with people.

This is destined to be a terrible drama, a money-grabbing scheme!

It's one thing to bully a junior author, but to go so far as to bully Yu Wei is unacceptable. After some discussion, netizens decided to launch an attack.

Soon, the comment section refreshed at a rate of hundreds of comments per second, with both criticism and arguments flying around, and the screen filled with keywords such as "TV series version", "IP ruined" and "rejection".

Just as the Xianjing Film and Television review section was about to turn into a battlefield, the official account of the TV series released a proper promotional poster.

[Produced by: Xianjing Film & Television + Tencent Video]

Directors: Chan Yiu-wah, To Sang.

Screenwriter: Yu Wei.

Starring: Qi Yuan, Lin Yi.
What? So Yu Wei changed it herself? Oh, never mind then...

Netizens were instantly relieved upon seeing the cast and crew list, with the comments section vividly illustrating what it means to change one's mind faster than flipping through a book.

What a terrible show! I have to look forward to it!

Xianjing Film and Television was shocked by how quickly the situation had changed, so they felt that all the criticism they received was for nothing?

While enjoying the entertainment, netizens couldn't help but become even more curious about the show. "Yu Wei is truly resourceful," one netizen remarked, "creating two versions of the same idea."

He wrote the plot of the movie version in the novel, but no one really knows what the TV series is about.

Yu Wei's work is definitely worth looking forward to. What's more, the production team is very impressive. Director Chen Yaohua's works have always been well-received, and he also brought along Director Du Sheng, who specializes in period dramas.

As for the actor, Qi Yuan may be a bit silly, but everyone recognizes his professional skills. Yuan Shen is awesome!
Upon seeing Qi Yuan's performance, his longtime fans were instantly rekindled, shouting "The Crown Prince is back!" and returning to the million-strong Taro Ball family.

However, nowadays, Yu Yuan no longer hates Yu Wei. They've become good friends with him and he's even become the nation's brother-in-law. Wouldn't it be foolish for them to still hold a grudge against him?

The female lead, Lin Yi, is also a veteran actress and one of the most outstanding actresses in recent years. Her ability to serve as a mentor on "Beyond Class" is enough to prove her strength.

Yu Wei originally planned to cast Chi Leying as the female lead "Yu Shu", but she was not interested in the role and instead decided to play Lü Zhi.

After reading the script, Chi Leying felt that the character Yu Shu was not very charming. Not only was she a bit love-struck, but she was also easily compared to the movie version.

In contrast, Lü Zhi's character turned from love to hatred, making her a thoroughly villainous character with a very well-developed arc. In the end, her decision to imprison Yu Shu in the Heavenly Palace was a classic case of killing her and destroying her spirit.

In dramas where neither the male nor female lead characters are likable, playing a villain who tries to break up the couple might actually be more effective.

Of course, there was another reason why she played Lü Zhi: she was Lü Su's older sister.

Just thinking about how Tong Yulu chased after her calling her "sister" in the drama makes her want to laugh...

Yu Wei expressed respect, understanding and support for this, saying that the character of Lü Zhi is really good, and the audience can even ship her as a sister.

As the TV series was being prepared for filming, Yu Wei suddenly remembered that several of the songs in the series seemed quite good.

Especially the song "Myth of Stars and Moon," which was played as an interlude, is a memory for a generation.

This song was originally sung by the actress who plays Lü Su, so having Tong Yulu sing it is perfect for her; she's really lucky.

The officially chosen female lead—check it out. (End of Chapter)