The Queen's Rumored Father

Normally, variety shows that have been recorded will not air for at least a month or two, and some may even take two or three months. However, the production of "The Masked Singer" had to be interrupted from the very beginning because the alpaca fell ill.

So this episode will air the day after it's recorded.

The news leaked by paparazzi goes viral without any official intervention; it naturally becomes a trending topic.

A day or two isn't hard to get through, which is why the second season of The Masked Singer is so popular, with everyone eagerly anticipating its broadcast.

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"Action!"

The filming of The Legend of the White Snake has reached a turning point in the early part of the story.

Xu Xian and Ba Liang were on the ferry.

This ferry is no ordinary vessel; it connects Banbuduo to the human world. The ferry passes through a bewitching array, similar to the Meng Po soup, which makes people forget everything that happened in Banbuduo.

Xiaoqing, entrusted by Bai Suzhen, came to tell Xu Xian that as long as he didn't look back on the boat, he could retain his memories.

However, Xiaoqing's message was not delivered clearly, and Xu Xian did not hear it.

Fortunately, Ba Liang heard clearly and told Xu Xian.

The two passed through the formation unharmed, retaining their memories. When it came time to enter the human realm, Ba Liang went ahead, leaving Xu Xian at the very back.

At this moment, Bai Suzhen's voice rang out from behind Xu Xian.

"Young Master Xu!"

"Miss Bai, what brings you here?" Xu Xian wanted to turn around, but the warning from Ba Liang earlier echoed in his mind: no matter what happens, he must not turn back.

"Why, when we're so close, won't you even turn around and look at me?" Bai Suzhen's voice was gentle, tinged with grievance. "Was everything you said to me a lie?"

"Of course it's not a lie," Xu Xian said again, pouring out his heart.

"Then I need you to look into my eyes to know if you're lying to me," Bai Suzhen said coquettishly.

Xu Xian was completely dumbfounded.

He's just a useless scholar, how could he possibly handle such a complicated girl's tactics?

"Since you don't want to see me, then I'll go back." Bai Suzhen made a move to leave.

Xu Ershazi turned around.

It has to be said that Pan Yueming's portrayal of Xu Xian truly captures that scholarly air. In his early days, Pan Yueming was the epitome of a cute, innocent young man, a quality comparable to that of Jay Chou, who has recently become very popular.

Xu Xian turned around, and a hammer appeared out of thin air, knocking him unconscious.

He fell for the trap.

Then, Bai Suzhen's appearance changed, transforming into a handsome bald monk wearing a cassock, with a scar on his eyebrow.

Fahai looked up and met Xu Xian's gaze before he fainted. Xu Xian then collapsed completely.

The camera focused on Fahai's face.

In the original version, Liu Xiaofeng didn't make any other adjustments here; his eyes showed neither joy nor sorrow, portraying a villain yet also a high-ranking monk. His performance was already excellent.

However, Xu Yuan believes that this should be handled in a different way.

Xu Yuan's eyes were red, and a tear slid down his left eye and hung on his cheek.

"Click!"

Chen Kewen stood up and slammed his fist on the table.

perfect!

This kind of acting again!

A single tear, suspended in mid-air, not falling, and just one tear, not a single one more!

Whether acting or singing, crying yourself or making the audience cry is never the highest level. The real achievement is touching the audience's heart, and crying is often one of the most direct ways to do so.

Just like the knowing smile between Stephen Chow and Cecilia Cheung in King of Comedy, or the melancholy between Tony Leung and Maggie Cheung in In the Mood for Love, or the mixed feelings in everyone's heart after Supreme Treasure turns away in A Chinese Odyssey.

Xu Yuan's performance here is far more amazing than in the original script.

Because at this point in time, Fahai's state of mind was no longer calm and undisturbed. His Dharma eye had been destroyed, and his path to enlightenment had been interrupted. For someone who had made instant Buddhahood his sole pursuit, he had already gone from one extreme to another.

From the moment Fahai used illusion to bewitch Xu Xian and cause him to lose his memory, Fahai could no longer become a Buddha.

Regardless of whether his actions were right or wrong, he would only go to hell after death.

This was Fahai's choice.

If there were no Tathagata in the heavens, I would rather go to hell and strive to become a Ksitigarbha!

This is his unwavering commitment to his own path.

Obsessions are often what we call inner demons.

Everyone has inner demons.

Xu Yuan's understanding of inner demons is very thorough.

This is the last scene for today; the crew will wrap up filming after that.

In the evening, Xu Yuan would watch the second episode of The Masked Singer with Meng Xiaoxuan.

Beep!

Xu Yuan's phone rang.

"Hey, senior Andy Lau." Xu Yuan answered the call. It was Andy Lau calling. Xu Yuan hadn't formally thanked Andy Lau for his help before.

"Stop calling me 'senior,' you think you're so great just because you're young! Call me younger!" Hua Zai chatted with Xu Yuan for a few minutes, then explained his purpose, "Are you free next week? My new song is almost finished, and I'd like you and Xiao Xuan to help me shoot the music video."

"The male and female leads!"

Before Xu Yuan could even ask Andy Lau for payment and make him the male lead in Meng Xiaoxuan's music video, Andy Lau came looking for him first.

And I want both!

Xu Yuan and Meng Xiaoxuan are so busy right now, they can't even finish their own work, and now Andy Lau is making this kind of request!

How can anyone refuse something like this?

The male and female leads in Andy Lau's music video!

"Okay, I'll follow your arrangements next week, but you have to cover the travel expenses and accommodation!" Xu Yuan joked.

After hanging up the phone, Andy Lau was at a private party.

"You want me to cover your travel expenses and accommodation?" A former big shot in Hong Kong laughed. He had originally intended to recommend the male and female leads in Andy Lau's music video, hoping that Andy Lau would mentor the younger generation in his company.

But Andy Lau refused.

This wouldn't have been a big deal, but this big shot was unhappy with the kid named Xu Yuan who was being used as a shield by Andy Lau.

Xu Yuan just made another "slip of the tongue," and this big shot naturally seized the opportunity to mock him.

Many people in the room also looked over, quite interested.

In the entertainment industry, infighting is everywhere.

Andy Lau only agreed to come over to film a music video if he wanted to cover the travel expenses, food, and lodging.

Is it that Andy Lau can no longer wield a knife, or are the young people in mainland China getting a little too cocky?

However, Andy Lau smiled slightly; he understood what Xu Yuan meant.

This is why he and Xu Yuan got along so well.

The saying "The friendship between gentlemen is as pure as water" refers to both the state of mind of two people and their views on other things.

Xu Yuan meant that Hua Zai would cover food, lodging, and travel expenses, and that was all.

What is Xu Yuan's net worth now?

A top-tier third-tier actor with built-in fanbase, he just won the Bai Yulan Award and has already starred in two TV dramas. It wouldn't be unreasonable for him to accept a music video role as a top-tier second-tier actor, since it's just a music video.

Just like how movie stars automatically move up a level when they enter the TV drama circle.

Similarly, if Xu Yuan is just the "buy one get one free" offer, then what about Meng Xiaoxuan?

What is her net worth?

She is currently the top influencer in mainland China and even the entire country, and is at the height of her popularity. Her works have received zero negative reviews, and she has been nominated for Best Actress for the role of Bai Yulan!

The TV dramas and variety shows she starred in were all huge hits, breaking numerous nomination records in the film and television industry, and even receiving invitations from several obscure awards to accept the grand prize!

She has released five or six top songs in the music industry. Now, if you open any music website, you can find at least three of her songs in the top ten of the charts!

National Little Queen!

A rising star!

This kind of popular celebrity has an incredibly high level of popularity, so much so that even top-tier stars have to avoid competing with them.

Without being immodest, aside from superstars who could outshine Meng Xiaoxuan, no one could overshadow her brilliance.

Her current net worth naturally matches her momentum.

Meng Xiaoxuan's appearance fee is more than ten Xu Yuan's combined.

Xu Yuan and Meng Xiaoxuan didn't receive any payment for filming Andy Lau's music video, so they didn't get a free ride!

Andy Lau gave Meng Xiaoxuan and Xu Yuan face, but weren't Xu Yuan and Meng Xiaoxuan also giving face to the Hong Kong entertainment industry?

As things decline, those inside the walls are unaware of their own decay, but those outside see it all clearly.

The appeal and earning power of mainland stars have caught up with, or even surpassed, those of mainland stars!