I am a historical film director in the entertainment industry.

Chapter 36 Hugging a Thigh!
Go back to dorms.

After greeting his two roommates, and amidst their envious glances, Cheng Sheng didn't unpack Qiao Shan's luggage on the bed. He simply put the suitcase aside and lay down to rest.

He was exhausted after flying back from Venice and dealing with the principal and school leaders for half a day.

Soon after, Cheng Sheng fell asleep.

He was asleep, but the school and the surrounding area were bustling with activity.

Many students at the Central Academy of Drama wanted to see Cheng Sheng after they learned he had returned.

After all, they might need Cheng Sheng to take care of them after they graduate.

If they could get in touch with Cheng Sheng, they wouldn't have to worry about finding jobs after graduation.

"Lily, are you familiar with Director Cheng? Could you introduce me to him?"

Shen Jiani, a student in the same class as Bai Baihe in the 02 acting department, pulled Bai Baihe aside and said...

As an outstanding student in the acting department, Shen Jiani actually had the opportunity to star in Cheng Sheng's film. The school had also told her about it and said that an important supporting role would be given to her.

Unfortunately, she declined the school's offer because she accepted the role in the TV series "Ordinary Life".

Moreover, she actually looked down on Cheng Sheng's films, believed the rumors circulating online, and thought that Cheng Sheng's films would flop.

If she were to star in this movie, it would be very detrimental to her future reputation.

Even after learning that Bai Baihe had taken on Cheng Sheng's film, he secretly mocked her.

When she returned to school after filming "Ordinary Life" and learned that Cheng Sheng's film had won acclaim at Venice, she was completely stunned.

He was so regretful that he wanted to jump off the building.

She actually missed such a great movie.

There was once an incredible opportunity presented to me, but I didn't cherish it... It was a chance to become famous internationally!

She felt utterly dejected, and even dreamt of it that night...

Since she missed out on Cheng Sheng's film, she couldn't miss the opportunity to get to know him.

Paying money to someone who's powerful and influential; clinging to someone's coattails.

While on set of "Ordinary Life", Shen Jiani realized that the entertainment industry is a small world, and without connections or help, it is extremely difficult to gain a foothold in it.

Moreover, to climb the ranks in this industry, one needs even more support.

She was a student who hadn't even graduated yet. Although she was lucky enough to land the lead role in "Ordinary Life," it didn't really help her much.

It's uncertain whether she'll become famous after the show airs.

What she wants most right now is to get to know Cheng Sheng and then latch onto this powerful figure so that she won't lack film resources in the future.

"Jia Ni, I'm not very familiar with Director Cheng, we just know each other." Bai Baihe said with a troubled expression.

He secretly mocked her, and didn't want to introduce her to Cheng Sheng.

Previously, when Shen Jiani received the lead role in "Ordinary Life", she bragged about it extensively in her class, and she still remembers how proud she looked.

At that time, she was extremely envious and jealous.

But at this moment, she no longer envied her; instead, she felt that she was a clown.

So what if she got the lead role in "Ordinary Life"? She still turned down Cheng Sheng's film.

Now she's asking him for help getting to know Cheng Sheng.

Huayi Company.

"Sister Hua, I heard Cheng Sheng is back from Venice?" Fan Shuangbing said as she entered Wang Jinhua's office.

Sitting there, Wang Jinhua looked up and said, "Close the door."

Fan Shuangbing closed the door.

"Bingbing, I know what you're thinking, but some things can't be achieved just by wanting them to. President Wang has already arranged a job for you, and he will also send someone to recruit Cheng Sheng. You just need to do your job well."

As the first agent in China, Wang Jinhua saw through Fan Shuangbing's plans at a glance.

However, Fan Shuangbing had only recently signed with Huayi Brothers, and the Wang brothers had already made arrangements for her. They certainly wouldn't give her any more resources, because if she asked for resources, what would the other artists think?
If every artist behaved like that, how could the company manage?

Although Wang Jinhua disagreed with the Wang brothers most of the time, she agreed with them on this matter.

"Sister Hua, isn't there any other way? If I could play the female lead in Cheng Sheng's next movie, I would definitely be promoted to a top-tier actress. This would also benefit the company. After all, the advertising and film fees I borrow would all go to the company for a cut."

Fan Shuangbing is very ambitious in her career; she will not let go of any opportunity to climb the ladder.

She had approached the Wang brothers, but she understood that they valued Li Shuangbing more.

Sister Hua treated her well, which is why Fan Shuangbing sought her out, hoping to get the lead role in Cheng Sheng's next movie through her.

Upon hearing this, Wang Jinhua did not immediately answer Fan Shuangbing, because she also had her own considerations.

In 2000, she and the Wang brothers founded Huayi, with her serving as president.

With her talent, in just four years, nearly half of the stars in the entertainment industry were working at Huayi.

Many celebrities were personally signed by her.

At this time, Huayi Brothers could be considered the largest brokerage company in mainland China. The success of artists like Li Shuangbing and Fan Shuangbing is inseparable from her cultivation.

Li Shuangbing won the Best Actress award at the Singapore Film Festival for her role in "Going Home for the New Year," which launched her career as a "powerful actress."

Li Shuangbing's meteoric rise to fame was all thanks to Wang Jinhua.

Because after reading the script for "Going Home for the New Year," Li Shuangbing simply didn't want to act in it, no matter what. It was Wang Jinhua who personally persuaded her, and Li Shuangbing didn't miss this opportunity.

Furthermore, Fan Shuangbing's rise to fame was also due to Wang Jinhua, which brought the almost forgotten "Jin Suo" back into the public eye.

In addition, Wang Jinhua also made many stars famous, such as Mei Ting in "Parents' Love" and Tong Dawei in "Jade Goddess of Mercy".

Wang Jinhua brought Huayi to its peak, but this also caused a conflict between her and the Wang brothers.

The conflict between the two parties dates back to when the company was first established.

Although Wang Jinhua serves as the president of Huayi, the real power lies in the hands of the Wang brothers.

A power struggle!

Whether it's an ancient imperial court or a modern company, they both exist.

When opinions differ, the gaps will widen and the conflicts will become more acute.

Especially in the past year, Wang Jinhua has realized that she no longer has any say in Huayi, and the Wang brothers have been slowly taking back her power.

Disappointed with the Wang brothers, Wang Jinhua also planned to leave Huayi and start her own business.

But she didn't want to leave in such a sorry state, and she certainly didn't want to be kicked out by the Wang brothers.

Next year marks the expiration of her five-year contract with Huayi Brothers. She will leave Huayi and give the Wang brothers a surprise.

With this plan in mind, Wang Jinhua rarely interfered in the company's affairs anymore; what she did most was to maintain relationships with the company's artists.

(End of this chapter)