Huayu: I was immediately ensnared by Jing Tian as soon as I entered the industry.

"Hello Director Wang, I am Wang Changtian from Enlight Media. I have seen your movies and your film 'Back to Youth'. The plots are very creative. I hope to have the opportunity to work with you in the future."

Wang Xuan grasped the outstretched hand, demonstrating his desire for cooperation.

Enlight Media started out in the media industry, and Wang Changtian has always been dedicated to the film and television industry, making him a good partner. He could be considered when making big-budget commercial films.

After dealing with all the bosses, Wang Xuan found Ge You in the corner.

"Teacher Ge, how long will it take to finish filming your scenes with Director Feng?"

Hearing this, Ge You put down the cake in her hand and looked at Wang Xuan: "You have a role for me?"

"You'd be perfect for the lead role in my next film, but the filming schedule is a bit tight."

Wang Xuan revealed, "It's a script with a realistic theme."

Ge You immediately became interested; he was almost sick of making commercial films over the years.

After careful consideration, he gave a relatively precise time:

"The promotional activities took up time, and my scenes are about to wrap up, which will probably take another month."

Upon hearing this, Wang Xuan shook his head. He planned to submit the film "The Hunt" to next year's Berlin Film Festival, as time was of the essence.

He's practically a Berlin filmmaker, and with a realistic theme, he has the highest chance of winning an award.

At this moment, Han Sanping, swirling his wine glass and with a ruddy complexion, walked over and suddenly said:

"Wang Xuan, I've read the script you submitted for review. The subject matter is good, and it has the potential to win awards. The male lead is indeed a good fit for Lao Ge's image."

Perhaps thinking that the male lead's pathetic image matched Ge You's, Han Sanping burst into laughter.

It attracted the attention of those around them.

Now, Ge You couldn't sit still any longer.

Han Sanping, who has been immersed in the film industry for most of his life, said that if the script was good, his judgment must be correct.

"Director Wang, let's not bother two people with one thing. I'll finish filming 'If You Are the One' as soon as possible."

Ge You patted his chest and guaranteed it.

"If I can guarantee that filming will wrap up by the middle of next month, I won't audition anyone else for the male lead."

Wang Xuan had two candidates in mind for Best Actor: Ge You and Jiang Wen.

The former's bald and thin appearance makes people think he is capable of lewd things, showcasing a stereotype about appearance.

The latter is masculine, portraying characters who are frustrated and wronged, creating a strong sense of contrast.

Wang Xuan plans to start filming immediately after the Hundred Flowers Awards ceremony. Ge You has enough time, so he'll be chosen.

Jiang Wen is an alternative candidate.

"Old Ge, Director Wang invited you to act in a movie?"

Young Master Wang looked at Wang Xuan and said with a fawning smile, "Director Wang, how about including Huayi Brothers in your investment for your new film?"

Before he could even speak, Han Sanping coldly said, "Huayi has already partnered with Hollywood, and now they're trying to get a piece of China Film Group's pie. Isn't that going a bit too far?"

Xiao Wang's expression hardened; he knew Han Sanping was targeting him, as the anger from "King of Kung Fu" hadn't subsided.

"Chairman Han, Huayi has no say in co-productions, and the film has been heavily criticized by the audience."

Wang Xuan took a sip of his drink and said calmly, "This is a realistic film. It's unlikely to be profitable in China; the probability of it losing money is very high."

He was also saying this to China Film Group, to emphasize that investment involves risks.

Upon hearing this, Wang Zhonglei's enthusiasm waned. As for pursuing awards and acquiring copyrights abroad, he was very pessimistic about Wang Xuan, a young man, making a film about realistic themes.

Furthermore, Huayi Brothers is currently in a critical period of fundraising and seeking an IPO, so there's no need for them to invest in a film that's likely to lose money.

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The Olympic Games have come to a successful close, with the Chinese team winning a total of 51 gold medals, setting a new historical record.

Compared to the stunning opening ceremony performance, the closing ceremony was much more "mediocre".

At the same time, Zhang Weiping couldn't wait to announce that Zhang Yimou's new film is in preparation.

At the company, Wang Xuan received an invitation from Harper's Bazaar.

This year's situation is special, and the event is themed around raising funds in May, so he couldn't refuse.

The Harper's Bazaar gala doesn't feel like an official charity event. Although it does raise funds, it's primarily for entertainment.

The invitees were all the most popular actors and stars in the industry, or celebrities and entrepreneurs with status.

Back when Teacher Ma was still unknown, he sat there being ignored by a group of celebrities, who wouldn't even include him in group photos.

With the Olympics over, media coverage shifted its focus away from athletes and turned to the more newsworthy entertainment industry.

Gu Changwei's secret rendezvous with Zhang Jingchu was clearly captured by reporters.

Their scandal dates back to 03, when rumors of an affair first surfaced during the filming of "Peacock".

I heard that Jiang Wenli stormed onto the set and slapped Zhang Jingchu a few times, which calmed her down for a while.

Unexpectedly, the two started again.

It turns out that it doesn't matter if a man is old and ugly, as long as he is talented.

Whether in China or abroad, these directors who are not good-looking change wives as frequently as they change clothes.

Sugarman has released the official character photos for "Chinese Paladin 3".

Wang Xuan's vision went black as he looked at Long Kui, who had an unconventional hairstyle, resembling a "punk" or "emo" style.

The villain Chonglou's appearance, with a pair of bull horns on his head, has been criticized by netizens as a cosplay of the Bull Demon King.

"Why is Tang Yan playing Xuejian? Shouldn't it be Yang Mi?"

Wang Xuan muttered to himself, this was different from what he remembered. He took out his phone to ask Liu Shishi for confirmation, and also complained about her makeup and styling.

···

Tang Ren, Liu Shishi, who plays Liu Shishi in "Chinese Paladin 3", was browsing online posts criticizing her and her mood soured.

With the incredibly high fidelity of the original "Chinese Paladin 1" as a precedent, these films are being scrutinized by fans of the series, who are looking for flaws.

"What's wrong with everyone criticizing my look?!"

Upon seeing the message from Wang Xuan, Liu Shishi angrily threw her phone aside and sulked.

"Who made Longkui angry?"

Tang Yan, with her long, straight legs, sat down next to Liu Shishi and comforted her with a smile:

"Don't look at the bad comments online, they'll make you so angry you'll feel chest tightness. Your breasts are already small, if you get angry you'll lose them, haha."

Tang Yan, as expected of someone who's been around in Hong Kong's entertainment circle, can come up with dirty jokes without hesitation.

"Hey Tangtang, you're being a pervert!"

Liu Shishi got really angry, gritted her teeth and pounced on him, and the two of them instantly started fighting.

At this moment, in Cai Yinong's office, Hu Ge was suggesting to Cai Yinong to replace Xuejian.

"Old Hu, you must be joking. The official photos have already been released, and now you're asking me to replace her? Who are you going to replace her with?"

Hu Ge hesitated before giving his recommendation: "Tang Yan is good, but I think Yang Mi is more suitable for Xue Jian's quirky and clever personality."

Cai Yinong looked at her top brother with a half-smile. Hu Ge wasn't the kind of person to make trouble unreasonably, so the source must be Yang Mi.

"You've only worked with Yang Mi once, right? You're so fond of her, are you two dating?"

"Yes, we just confirmed our relationship."

Hugo readily agreed.

The two met while working together on "Strange Tales from a Chinese Studio". He was attracted to Yang Mi's straightforward personality as a Beijing girl and clearly expressed his feelings for her, but she remained aloof.

Until last month, Yang Mi started contacting him and said that they could try dating.

During the month they were together, Yang Mi subtly expressed her desire to act in the TV series "Chinese Paladin 3". Hu Ge couldn't refuse his newlywed girlfriend's request, so he said he could give it a try.

Hu Ge then came to Cai Yinong to discuss the replacement.

He defended his actions, saying, "But this has nothing to do with the casting change. Yang Mi is indeed more suitable for the role of Xuejian."

Cai Yinong tapped her fingers on the table, pondering how to maximize her profits.

If a woman like her hadn't been ruthless and resourceful in the entertainment industry, she would have been completely exploited long ago.

"Yang Mi's contract with Rong Xinda has less than two years left, right?"

Cai Yinong smiled and said to Hu Ge, "I don't object to you two dating. If you can convince Yang Mi to join Sugar Man when her contract expires, the role of Xuejian will be given to her."

"I'll give it a try."

Hugo nodded in agreement.

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