I am a historical film director in the entertainment industry.

Chapter 56 Ning Hao, I have a surprise for you!
He was incredibly curious about Cheng Sheng, who had already reached the pinnacle of his life in his early twenties.

He also hopes to work with such a miraculous director if given the opportunity.

"Brother Hua," Cheng Sheng called out.

"Director Chen..."

"Just call me Ah Sheng."

"Ah Sheng, I really envy Fu Dalong and Zheng Guolin. When are you going to take me to Venice? I want to win a Best Actor award too," Liu Dehua joked.

“If there’s a chance, I’ll definitely ask you for a suitable role next time,” Cheng Sheng said with a smile.

Cheng Sheng admires actors like Liu Dehua, and if there is a suitable role, he wouldn't mind working with Liu Dehua.

"Haha, then I'll take that as a yes."

The two exchanged pleasantries for a while before Cheng Sheng said goodbye and looked towards Master Han.

"Mr. Yu, let me introduce you. This is Director Cheng Sheng, the main character of tonight."

"Xiao Cheng, this is Yu Dong, the general manager of Bona Film Group."

"Hello, Mr. Yu."

"What a young talent! Your film 'The Great Tang Dynasty - Origins' is truly excellent. It's just a pity that Bona Film Group missed a great opportunity to invest in it," Yu Dong praised.

"You're too kind, I was just lucky," Cheng Sheng said modestly.

"Any plans for a new movie? Do you need any investment?" Yu Dong asked with a smile.

Cheng Sheng looked at Third Master Han.

He only mentioned the new movie to Master Han, so how did Yu Dong know about it?

Master Han smiled and said, "Little Cheng, President Yu is one of us. Just say what you need to say, it's alright."

Upon hearing what Han Sanye said, Cheng Sheng's heart skipped a beat. Could it be that China Film Group wanted Bona Film Group to participate in its film investment?
It's normal for a film to have many investors, but as a leading film and television company in China, China Film Group has no need to share its profits with Bona Film Group.

But judging from Han Sanye's current intentions, he hopes that Bona can participate in his new movie.

"Regarding the new movie, once the script is completed, if Mr. Yu is still interested, then investing is no problem."

In the entertainment industry, one cannot monopolize everything, and Cheng Sheng understands this well. Moreover, he can share the investment risks, so of course he wouldn't oppose Bona Investment.

Yu Dong was very happy to hear Cheng Sheng say that.

He used to look down on historical films and didn't want to waste his money on them, but after seeing the box office success of Cheng Sheng's films...

He realized he had misjudged the situation!
It turns out that historical films can be very profitable.

Therefore, through Han Sanye, he hoped to invest in Cheng Shengxin's new film.

Master Han initially disagreed, but Yu Dong was no ordinary person. After half a day of discussion and some concessions, Master Han agreed to let Yu Dong participate this time.

However, Master Han still had to consider Cheng Sheng's opinion, so he invited Yu Dong to the celebration banquet and let him ask Cheng Sheng personally.

Seeing that Cheng Sheng agreed, both parties were overjoyed.

"Congratulations to Director Cheng on the box office success."

At this moment, both the eldest and youngest bosses came over and clasped their hands in greeting to Cheng Sheng.

"Thank you both, Mr. and Mrs. Wang, for gracing us with your presence," Cheng Sheng quickly returned the greeting.

"You two seem so happy, what are you talking about?"

The King glanced at Yu Dong and Third Master Han, and asked tentatively.

"What, Mr. Wang, are you curious?" Yu Dong glanced at Mr. Wang indifferently and said.

"Of course, I wonder if Mr. Yu could inform me?" said Mr. Wang.

Cheng Sheng remained silent, secretly glancing at President Wang and Yu Dong.

There are very few secrets in the entertainment industry. Both Wang Zong and Yu Dong are founders, because Bona and Huayi have much overlapping business and similar positioning of their artists.

This also makes the two companies rivals, always vying for any good resources they have.

After a while, a conflict arose between the two companies.

Of course, there have been no reports of discord between the two companies, and in some occasions, when Da Wang and Yu Dong meet, they will even chat for a few minutes.

However, discerning people can see that both Bona and Huayi are private enterprises. Huayi is hailed as a leading private enterprise, but Bona does not agree with this view. Bona also wants to climb up by stepping on Huayi.

Who doesn't want to be number one!
Therefore, the two companies are very skilled at secretly competing for market share and resources.

"President Han, President Wang, President Yu, someone is calling me from over there, I must take my leave."

Watching Yu Dong and Boss Wang chatting 'amicably,' Cheng Sheng felt the atmosphere was really oppressive, so he quickly made an excuse to leave.

"Director Cheng, please feel free to do as you wish," Yu Dong said with a smile.

The king gave Yu Dong a light 'humph', but did not stop Cheng Sheng from leaving.

He originally wanted to try to recruit Cheng Sheng to Huayi Brothers. If that didn't work, he could also try to get involved in Cheng Sheng's new movie.

But unexpectedly, because the relationship with Yu Dong was damaged, they had to find another opportunity.

His hatred for Dong grew stronger and stronger.

Cheng Sheng quickly left.

"Director Cheng, over here."

Suddenly, someone shouted at Cheng Sheng.

Cheng Sheng looked up and saw Ning Hao waving at him, holding Xing Aina's hand.

Cheng Sheng walked over and said, "What brings you here?"

Cheng Sheng was surprised. After he gave Ning Hao the investment money, didn't Ning Hao go back to the grasslands to film a movie?

"The movie wrapped up filming yesterday, and we just got back this morning. We heard that Director Cheng was having a celebration party here, so we came over to freeload a meal," Ning Hao said with a smile.

“Director Cheng, don’t listen to his nonsense. He just wants to try out ‘Green Grass’ abroad, but he doesn’t know which film festival would be better for it,” Xing Aina said, patting Ning Hao’s arm.

Upon hearing this, Cheng Sheng fell into deep thought. He knew from another memory that Ning Hao's novel, "Green Grassland," had won many awards abroad.

It won the 'Golden Swan' Award at the Moscow International Film Festival for Children and Youth.

At the Busan International Film Festival, it won the Grand Prize selected by GJ Entertainment.

He won the Best Director Award at the Spanish International Film Festival.

In addition, "Green Grassland" was shortlisted for the Asian New Talent Unit at the 8th Shanghai International Film Festival and won the Most Popular Film Award among University Students.

It has to be said that Ning Hao is truly talented, winning so many awards for just one film.

"We can go to the Moscow International Film Festival for Children and Youth, the Busan International Film Festival, and the Spanish International Film Festival," Cheng Sheng said, referring to film festivals where he hoped to win awards.

"Three! How do I choose?" Ning Hao asked, troubled.

"Of the three, the Moscow International Film Festival for Children and Youth has the greatest influence, so let's go to that one!" Xing Aina said after thinking for a moment.

"Why don't all three of us participate together!" Cheng Sheng said with a smile.

“That’s right!” Ning Hao’s eyes lit up, and she said gratefully to Cheng Sheng, “Thank you for the reminder, Director Cheng. I will get started as soon as the film is finished.”

Cheng Sheng patted Ning Hao on the shoulder and said, "I have a surprise for you when you win the award."

"What surprise?" Ning Hao asked, surprised.

"Since it's a surprise, of course I won't tell you now," Cheng Sheng said mysteriously.

(End of this chapter)