HuaYu97: Starting as a Singer

Chapter 415 [415] When you have a high status, everyone around you will think of you!
After the "Happy Birthday" song was sung, Qi Yuan, the young birthday celebrant, blew out the candles and cut the five-tiered oversized cake to share with the guests.

Zhang Ziyi, whose salary had increased to a million dollars, was the first to speak to Qi Yuan, lowering her glass and clinking it with his.

Happy birthday! And I want to say thank you.

There was a reason she thanked Qi Yuan.

Although she didn't act in "Rush Hour 2" in this life, she was still publicly humiliated by that superstar surnamed Zhou at this year's Hong Kong Film Awards ceremony.

Anita Mui asked Chow Sing-sing what it would take for a female star to have a chance to break into Hollywood.

He directly mocked those who were obedient and compliant...

The room erupted in laughter, and Zhang Ziyi's face turned ashen.

Zhou Xingji bullied more than just Li Zhi, a mainland Chinese actress.

Zhang Ziyi was furious. If it were another aloof person making sarcastic remarks to her, she could tolerate it.

Does someone who flatters others to gain opportunities in the elevator deserve to humiliate her for her obsequiousness? If you don't flatter, what kind of elevator guy are you?

Sometimes she really envied Qi Yuan, who could directly retaliate and expose the other party's dirty laundry, completely ruining their reputation.

Perhaps out of genuine gratitude to Qi Yuan, or perhaps with a hidden agenda, Zhang Ziyi was exceptionally warm towards Qi Yuan.

Unfortunately, Qi Yuan was unwilling, otherwise she would have liked to pack herself up as a 'special birthday gift' and give it to Qi Yuan, and then help Qi Yuan catch the grapes.

“Well done! Those people have been looking down on mainland artists for a long time, and finally someone dared to stand up and talk back. I admire you.”

Chen Daoming looked at Qi Yuan with admiration.

Chen Kaige was repairing the photography studio when his wife, Chen Hong, came over, carrying a child, Arthur, who was born last year.

Qi Yuan teased young Arthur and found it quite amusing. Years later, could he say, "Arthur, please sit down?"

He absolutely deserves it; in terms of seniority, he is an uncle.

Zhang Weiping came over with a wine glass and chatted with Qi Yuan about "Hero".

This film, the largest domestic investment in film production, has been in preparation for so long and is finally about to start filming.

Before filming even began, "Red Cliff" was the most expensive film ever made in China.

"Liang Chaowei insisted on a million-dollar salary, so we gave up on him and chose Liang Jiahui, who you had worked with before."

Zhang Weiping's words surprised Qi Yuan. He hadn't said anything, yet Liang Chaowei had been replaced?
After Zhang Weiping left, Qi Yuan beckoned Li Xue over and asked her what had happened.

Li Xue has spent most of this year in mainland China, and she manages all of Qi Yuan's film and television collaborations, so she must know some inside information.

The general situation is this: Jiang Zhiqiang of Anle Films was the one who helped "Hero" secure a large investment. He works in Hong Kong and is a relatively low-profile big shot who is very good at overseas distribution.

Jiang Zhiqiang heard that Liang Chaowei originally had the opportunity to star in "Infernal Affairs", but Qi Yuan kicked him out.

Rumors circulated in Hong Kong circles that Qi Yuan and Liang Chaowei were at odds.

To be on the safe side, Jiang Zhiqiang and Zhang Weiping discussed it and decided to simply give up on Liang Chaowei.

Qi Yuan has already made a name for himself in North America, and in terms of commercial value and fame, he is even greater than Li Lianjie.

When the film was released in North America, the poster didn't feature Zhang Yingmou's name, but rather Qi Yuan's.

Domestically, the biggest selling point of this film is Zhang Yingmou and Qi Yuan; internationally, the biggest selling point is only Qi Yuan, as they need to use Qi Yuan to earn US dollars abroad.

It can be understood that Qi Yuan's status is too high, so high that they have to consider Qi Yuan's interests.

What if the rumors are true? The male lead and the second male lead are having a falling out? Will the film be watchable then?
To minimize the risk, they had no choice but to remove the potential landmines.

The Liang family was struck by good fortune; they found a broken sword.

Liang Chaowei: 'Damn it!' Can he say that he and Qi Yuan have no conflicts? Just because of an unverified rumor, he gave up on him? He really wanted to curse.

Qi Yuan suddenly understood after hearing Li Xue's words.

pretty good.

He believes that Leung Ka-fai is more suitable for the role of Broken Sword than Leung Chiu-wai, and that Leung Ka-fai's ancient costume appearance is not lewd.

Zhou Huai'an in "New Dragon Gate Inn" is a classic character, embodying forbearance and deep affection.

This is a character with a restrained sharpness, and Liang Jiahui portrayed him very well. He was loyal and courageous, yet also extremely shrewd and calculating. He grasped the nuances perfectly.

The role of Broken Sword is a piece of cake for Leung Ka-fai, the versatile actor.

At her 23rd birthday party, Qi Yuan chatted with many people.

Jiang Wen and Ning Hao impressed him the most.

The former pulled the latter to Qi Yuan's side, handed Qi Yuan the script written by the latter, and said with a serious face: "Qi Yuan, Hao Zi is practically my student now. He has honed his skills, and it's time for him to make a film on his own to practice."

This script was polished by him and me. Give Haozi a few million to practice with.

If it's really not enough, I'll get some more for Haozi. Don't worry, I'll keep an eye on things as his student, and I won't let you suffer any losses.

Qi Yuan: "..."

I can't tell what kind of fart you're holding in, you big-eyed, thick-browed guy.

Ning Hao, who was standing to the side, was moved to tears.

Qi Yuan took the script but didn't give an answer on the spot, saying he would read it carefully later.

……

into the night.

Gao Yuanyuan's home.

Gao Yuanyuan actually packaged herself up as a birthday gift for Qi Yuan, achieving what many female celebrities wanted to unlock but couldn't tonight.

Qi Yuan gave Gao Yuanyuan, who was wearing a black sailor uniform and stockings, an acting lesson and showed her the script that Ning Hao and Jiang Wen had co-written, titled "Crazy Stone".

Ning Hao had the idea for a story in 2000, planning to conceive a story about a master thief.

He had communicated with Jiang Wen many times, so it's not surprising that he wrote the script with Jiang Wen's help.

Moreover, this script is quite different from the later ones, and it has a bit of the ginger smell on it.

Qi Yuan didn't know if the script would be a box office success, but he did have a bolder idea.

What was the Chinese film industry like 10 years ago? The market was too small. His film "The Bouquet" was piled with all sorts of positive buffs, and it was directed by Chen Kaige. In the end, it was only after he attacked the media that it broke 100 million yuan.

Why not be bolder? Just go to Hollywood.

After interacting with Jackie Chan, Qi Yuan discovered that the biggest reason why Chinese superstars couldn't gain a foothold in Hollywood was that they couldn't take control and couldn't perform in their own personal style.

The director must be an insider, the producer must be an insider, and the script must be under your own control; only then can you truly establish yourself.

As his career develops, Qi Yuan may also act in Hollywood movies in the future. If he doesn't have his own team, he will become a puppet like Jackie Chan and Lim Kit, only able to play 'Oriental people' in the eyes of Westerners.

It's important to pave the way for yourself in advance.

Ning Hao wanted to practice, didn't he? Jiang Wen was itching to try, wasn't he? Qi Yuan simply gave them a million or two dollars, and he'd copy "Saw" and let those two film it.

He needs to have a broader vision; he not only wants to go abroad alone, but also to bring domestic directors with him.

(End of this chapter)