The entertainment empire began with Liu Yifei's premarital pregnancy.

"Xia Lingzhen, are you kidding me? How could you get these lines wrong? Do you know how dangerous it is to jump off like that in a single take?!"

On set, Jackie Chan jumped off an air conditioner on the 13th floor in one take.

For the best effect, a single take is ideal.

After landing, the dialogue between myself and Yuan Biao will begin immediately. I thought that there were only a few lines and Yuan Biao wouldn't make a mistake, but he made a mistake instead.

"I'm sorry, I apologize..."

Yuan Biao was also a little embarrassed.

"You... never mind, let's start over!"

Since Yuan Biao had already said that, Cheng Long felt embarrassed to say anything more.

"Big brother, Director Lin is here!"

Just then, Chen Musheng, the director of "Rob-B-Hood", stepped forward and came to Cheng Long's side.

"Who? Lin Chaoxian?"

Upon hearing this, Cheng Long subconsciously looked at Chen Musheng.

Both are directors from the Hong Kong film industry. Although Jackie Chan has never worked with Lam Chiu-yin, he knows his name.

"No, it's Director Lin from mainland China."

Chen Musheng shook his head.

In later years, Lin Chaoxian went on to direct classic films such as "Operation Mekong", "Operation Red Sea" and "The Battle at Lake Changjin", but at this time, he was just a director with some fame in the Hong Kong film circle.

If he were to come, Chen Musheng would not bother Cheng Long at all.

Director Lin from mainland China…

Cheng Long paused for a moment, then instantly remembered the other person and looked at Yuan Biao: "Come on, I'll take you to meet the number one director in the Chinese-speaking world."

"Brother, you're flattering me to death..."

As soon as he finished speaking, Lin Bufan brought Gao Yuanyuan to Cheng Long.

Although Lin Bufan won the Oscar for Best Director, he is far inferior to Cheng Long in terms of experience and connections. It is only natural for him to call Cheng Long "Big Brother".

"You little rascal, you really are a ladies' man, you just arrived and you've already hooked up with the prettiest girl in our group..."

Cheng Long chuckled and teased as he watched Lin Bufan and Gao Yuanyuan arrive together.

As for the topic from earlier, Cheng Long naturally didn't bring it up again.

It's one thing to chat casually behind someone's back, but to say it to their face is to flatter them to their detriment. If word gets out, it will have a negative impact on both of them.

"Brother, you flatter me..."

Lin Bufan chuckled.

He doesn't want to accept the title of the number one director in the Chinese-speaking world, nor can he accept it, but he nods in agreement to the nickname "charming and talented man" without feeling any burden.

Gao Yuanyuan stood aside, listening to the two big shots teasing her. She could only lower her head shyly, occasionally glancing at Lin Bufan, and dared not interrupt.

"Ah Sheng, tell the crew to wrap up filming."

"Yes, brother!"

Although Chen Musheng was the director of "Rob-B-Hood", the entire filming schedule was done according to Jackie Chan's requirements.

……

To welcome Lin Bufan, Cheng Long specially prepared a feast and even invited his son over.

"Zu Ming, come here..."

Cheng Long beckoned his son over and brought him to Lin Bufan's side: "Bufan, let me introduce you, this is my son, Zuming."

"Zu Ming, say hello to your Uncle Lin..."

"Big brother, no!"

Lin Bufan quickly raised his hand to stop him: "Brother, let's each talk our own thing!"

He knew very well that Cheng Long had brought the Dragon Prince here because he wanted him to mentor the boy, but the boy's past experiences might have already affected him, and he couldn't help him.

…………

Lin Bufan and Gao Yuanyuan were meeting for the first time, and nothing happened between them except that they exchanged phone numbers.

The next day, Lin Bufan set off back to the capital.

"Boss!"

Bai Bing was waiting for Lin Bufan outside the airport in his car.

"Let's go to the Central Motion Picture Corporation first!"

After getting into the car, Lin Bufan gave instructions.

"Flying Swords of Dragon Gate" has passed censorship, and it's time to finalize the release date with Han Sanping so that we can start the promotional campaign.

Previously, Lin Bufan had only said it verbally, and nothing was finalized yet.

Upon arriving at China Film Group, Lin Bufan went directly to Han Sanping.

"Mr. Han, the movie has been approved and is scheduled for release on July 15th."

After Lin Bufan knocked on the door and entered, he spoke directly to Han Sanping.

"no problem."

Han Sanping nodded.

China Film Group also invested in the film "Flying Swords of Dragon Gate," and the investment was substantial. Naturally, they also hoped to secure a good release date.

The higher the box office, the more it represents his political achievements.

"Now that 'Flying Swords of Dragon Gate' has finished filming, have you considered what to make next?"

As Han Sanping spoke, he poured Lin Bufan a cup of tea.

Currently, China Film Group has invested in some projects, but none of them are as worry-free as Lin Bufan's projects.

"Chairman Han, you really think I'm some kind of donkey in the production team... Can't I even take a break?"

Lin Bufan sighed helplessly.

"Young man, what are you resting for? You can rest when you're my age..."

Han Sanping rolled his eyes at Lin Bufan.

"All right!"

Lin Bufan shook his head helplessly, then took out a document from his pocket and placed it on the table.

On the surface, the document appeared to be pulled from his pocket, but in reality, he retrieved it from another dimension.

"2012?"

Han Sanping glanced at the script and looked up at Lin Bufan.

"This is a Hollywood movie, a co-production between Kyoto Entertainment and Extraordinary Pictures," Lin Bufan briefly introduced the film to Han Sanping.

"The total investment for this film is estimated at around US$150 million, with Kyoto Entertainment holding a 30% stake. If China Film Group wants it, I can give you 10% of the investment."

When filming movies in mainland China, China Film Group Corporation is an obstacle that can never be bypassed.

Lin Bufan hadn't originally planned to keep the movie "2012" to himself. Even if Han Sanping hadn't brought it up today, he would have found an opportunity to reveal it to him.

"Ten percent is a bit too little, how about twenty percent?"

Han Sanping looked at Lin Bufan, his eyes gleaming.

Given his current position, if China Film Group were to co-invest in a Sino-US co-production, it would have a significant impact on his political achievements.

"Chairman Han, even a ten percent is quite a lot..."

"Bufan, consider this a favor I owe you!"

Before Lin Bufan could finish speaking, Han Sanping interrupted him, looking at him with a serious expression.

For him, the significance of Sino-US co-productions far outweighs the impact of box office revenue. Even if he knew the film would lose money, China Film Group would definitely invest in it.

"All right!"

Seeing Han Sanping's insistence, Lin Bufan thought for a moment and finally agreed, but still emphasized: "Chairman Han, there is something I must say upfront. Kyoto can give China Film Group 20%, but there is a condition: China Film Group only receives the Asian region's share, not the global box office share."

To put it bluntly, China Film Group plays no role in the global distribution of films and has no right to share profits.

As for investment?

Believe it or not, as long as Lin Bufan spreads the news, many companies will be willing to invest, and they won't even mind paying a premium.