The Entertainment Industry in Turmoil: Young Actresses All Want to Rise to the Top

A week later, in Yang Tianzhen's office.

After careful consideration, Dilraba finally made up her mind, dialed Yang Tianzhen's number, and expressed her willingness to sign a contract.

To demonstrate the importance attached to this first artist signed by Mohen Media, Yang Tianzhen was also present.

Upon hearing the news, Shen Mo also took time out of his busy schedule to come and personally witness this milestone moment.

The signing process was simple yet formal.

When Dilraba signed her name on the contract, she felt both anticipation for the future and a touch of nervousness as she stepped into the unknown.

As soon as the ceremony ended, driven by his professional instincts, Yang Tianzhen couldn't wait to start sketching out the blueprint.

"Very good!"

"Dilraba, we'll develop a promotional plan for you as soon as possible, starting with a set of campus photos and online buzz..."

"Naive, I have a different opinion."

After listening to Yang Tianzhen's high-intensity, fast-paced hype plan for Dilraba, Shen Mo gently rejected her idea.

Yang Tianzhen and Dilraba both looked at him at the same time.

Shen Mo's gaze first fell on Yang Tianzhen, his tone calm yet carrying the weight of a decision-maker.

"While hype and exposure are important, it is not wise to squander an actor's talent too early, as this is not the foundation of their career."

He then turned to Dilraba, his gaze becoming more guiding, as if he were speaking directly to her.

"Dilraba, acting is a lifelong pursuit, there's no need to rush."

"I think that in the short term, your main task should still be your studies at the Shanghai Theatre Academy."

"The systematic training at school is an irreplaceable foundation. If the foundation is not solid, future performances will lack depth and resilience."

His words dispelled the slight panic that Dilraba felt due to Yang Tianzhen's urgent plan.

She sat up straight and listened more attentively.

"I have a preliminary plan for you, you can listen to it."

Shen Mo leaned forward slightly, placing his hands on the table in a folded manner, displaying his usual composed and strategic demeanor.

"By next year, around June 2012, your second year of university studies will be basically over, and you should have mastered the basic performance theory and skills."

"After your junior year, there will be relatively less pure classroom teaching, which will be the best transition period for you to go from school to the film set."

He clearly provided the timeline, giving Dilraba a clear path forward.

"Perfect."

Shen Mo dropped a bombshell that made her heart race.

"In the first half of next year, the company will launch a major investment project called 'My Love from the Star,' with an estimated cost of around 50 million yuan."

He paused, then looked at Dilraba with certainty.

"We have decided to reserve a very outstanding second female lead role in the drama for you."

Fifty million yuan!

It's important to know that most TV movies produced at this stage had a budget of only ten to twenty million yuan.

Dilraba held her breath instantly, her big eyes filled with unbelievable surprise.

Shen Mo smiled slightly and continued.

"So, in order to allow you to present yourself in the best possible condition on that important stage, rather than rushing onto the stage as a clueless newcomer."

"In the period leading up to this, in addition to completing your schoolwork, the company will arrange specialized, high-intensity acting enhancement courses and dance and physical training for you."

He looked at Yang Tianzhen.

"Tianzhen, you're in charge of liaising with the best teacher on this matter. The goal is to ensure she completes a comprehensive skill upgrade before the project starts."

Although Yang Tianzhen felt a little regretful that she couldn't immediately hype it up, Shen Mo's clear long-term plan and huge resource investment made her see even greater possibilities.

"Understood, Mr. Shen, I will arrange the top-of-the-line configuration."

At this moment, Dilraba's feelings had transformed from initial nervousness and surprise into an indescribable sense of emotion and admiration.

Compared to Yang Tianzhen's eagerness to push her into the limelight.

Shen Mo's appreciation for her potential, his willingness to spend time and resources to solidify her foundation, and his plan to pave a steady path to stardom made her feel respected and valued.

She looked up at Shen Mo.

He was calmly explaining the plan, his profile was sharp, and his eyes were deep and determined, as if he had everything under control.

Listening to him describe the clear, steady, and bright path he had laid out for himself, Dilraba felt her heart skip a few beats for no apparent reason.

A surge of emotion, a mixture of gratitude, reverence, and a certain chick-like feeling welled up inside me.

Her already bright eyes now seemed to be filled with stars, sparkling with an undisguised, glittering brilliance.

A sentiment that transcends awe of the boss and leans more towards personality cult or even a subtle fondness is quietly emerging.

"Mr. Shen... thank you!"

Her voice trembled slightly, but her tone was unusually firm.

"I will definitely work hard and won't let you and the company down!"

She silently added a sentence in her mind.

It won't let you down.

Shen Mo was slightly taken aback when he met her overly bright and focused gaze.

He then returned to normal and nodded gently.

"I trust you."

After hearing Dilraba's statement, Shen Mo nodded with satisfaction, then turned his gaze to Yang Tianzhen.

"Tianzhen, about that list of potential artists I gave you before, have you made any progress with the others?"

Shen Mo's tone returned to its usual calmness when he was working.

"We've already made contact with Li Xian; he's currently studying at the Beijing Film Academy."

Yang Tianzhen immediately got into the zone and gave a clear and organized report.

"He showed great interest and admiration for our plans and the Mohen platform, and his intention to sign a contract was very clear."

"We expect to sign the contract within this month."

Shen Mo nodded slightly, acknowledging the efficiency.

"However, what about Yang Yang..."

Yang Tianzhen paused slightly, her tone becoming cautious.

"He was still a little hesitant, as the treatment and promises Rongxinda offered him in the short term didn't seem bad."

"Rongxinda..."

Shen Mo repeated the name, tapping his fingertips lightly on the desk.

He remembered another person Li Yitong had mentioned in a casual chat, a girl who was said to look somewhat like her and had a cool and aloof temperament, who was also at Rongxinda.

"Since Rongxinda has been mentioned," Shen Mo raised his eyes and looked at Yang Tianzhen, a shrewd calculation flashing in his eyes.

"Besides the list, there's another target you can try contacting: Li Qin."

Yang Tianzhen quickly retrieved information about Li Lin from her mind.

Shen Mo continued, "She should be at Rongxinda right now."

"Let's try to reach out and express our sincerity. We'll give it a shot, no matter what."

According to Li Yitong's "intelligence," Li Lin in his previous life did not obtain resources commensurate with his strength at Rongxinda.

"If you can't dig that one out, you can shovel this one out while you're at it."

Yang Tianzhen immediately understood that this precise targeting of potential competitors was exactly what she excelled at.

Shen Mo then offered further strategies.

"When making contact, we can emphasize our capital strength, and most importantly, our IP resource library."

"The film and television adaptation rights of those dozens of classic novels that the Ministry of Culture and Entertainment acquired before were the best bait."

"For ambitious young actors, a clear and visible project plan is more attractive than an empty promise."

"You can suggest that there are roles in our vast project pool that suit her temperament and acting style."

"Understood, Mr. Shen."

A sharp glint flashed in Yang Tianzhen's smiling eyes, brimming with confidence.

"I will focus on breakthroughs from the perspectives of resources and future development potential, and do my best to achieve this."

Where is Zhao Liying?

"HaiRun has approached her with several roles, but she may not be very interested in our new company."

"Try again, and if it doesn't work, try other targets on the list."

[If you don't come over, then you'll be an opponent, and don't blame me for having Yukiko take over all the turning points in your life.]

Dilraba, who was standing to the side and had not yet left, heard every word of the conversation.

She watched the figure before her, strategizing and manipulating the entertainment industry.

A mixture of awe, wonder, and an increasingly irrepressible sense of worship grew wildly within her, causing her heart to race uncontrollably once again.

Those big eyes that were looking at Shen Mo were so thick they were almost stringy, and the light shining inside them went beyond what an employee would show to their boss.

It was mixed with more of the hazy, throbbing feelings of a young girl's heart.

She didn't even notice that she was slightly clenching her fingers, as if trying to grasp a bit of the reassuring, powerful strength emanating from him.

After Shen Mo finished arranging everything, he noticed that Dilraba was still standing there, staring at him with a somewhat blank look in her eyes.

He assumed she was nervous, so he softened his tone and spoke gently to her.

"Alright, it's hot, let's go familiarize ourselves with the surroundings. The task ahead is important, so prepare well."

His voice pulled Dilraba back to reality from her turbulent thoughts.

"Oh? Oh! Okay, Mr. Shen! I'll go right away!"

She blushed slightly, as if her secret had been exposed, and quickly nodded.

Almost simultaneously, with her heart pounding wildly, she quickly left the office.