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

"Director Lin, have you forgotten? Wang Baoqiang works for Huayi Brothers..."

Shen Ao specifically reminded Lin Bufan.

Nowadays, almost no major entertainment companies in the industry use actors from Huayi Brothers; this trend was started by Kyoto Entertainment.

It's impossible for Kyoto to break this rule again now.

The only standout characters in "Lost in Thailand" are the main characters Li Chenggong and Niu Geng.

Secondly, there's Li Chenggong's mistress, Manny, and his wife. Lin Bufan has forgotten who played Manny in the original version, but in this life, Lin Bufan gave the role to Angela Yang Ying.

Angela Yang Ying has already received the script, and under Lin Bufan's warning, the other party is studying the role. She will fly over from Hong Kong Island as soon as the crew starts filming.

The role of the first wife was played by Zuo Xiaoqing.

Lin Bufan did not make any changes to the role; it was still played by the same actor.

Next up is the role of the sexy young woman arguing in the hotel. Lin Bufan felt that Huang Xiaolei, who played the original character, did a great job, so he didn't change the role.

Then there's the so-called female swindler, or female teacher, role originally played by Zhang Xinyi. After some consideration, Lin Bufan ultimately gave the role to Wang Zhi.

Wang Zhike is an artist signed with Kyoto Entertainment. She has a role that is perfect for her, so it's definitely going to be given to one of their own.

Secondly, there's the role of the saleswoman at the train station. In the original version, it was played by Li Xiaolu, who was the head stylist. They definitely won't use her now. Moreover, this role was just a cameo, and Lin Bufan gave it to Shu Chang.

It's fair to say that the only thing missing from this movie right now is the role of Niu Geng.

Once the role is confirmed, and given that the setting for "Lost in Thailand" is relatively simple, filming can begin at any time.

Huayi Brothers…

Lin Bufan tapped his fingers on the table for a moment, then looked at Shen Ao: "Here's what we'll do, you contact Wang Baoqiang. If he's willing to terminate his contract with Huayi Brothers, Kyoto will cover the termination fee..."

Shen Ao's reminder made Lin Bufan realize that Wang Baoqiang had signed a contract with Huayi Brothers back in 04.

He later filmed "A World Without Thieves," but after that movie, Huayi Brothers gave him almost no resources, as for the TV series "Soldiers Sortie."

Although it became popular later, it didn't become popular when it was broadcast on television, but rather it became a viral sensation online the following year, in 07.

Huayi Brothers' production of "Soldiers Sortie" was actually driven by a sense of mission; the higher-ups didn't have high hopes for the series at all.

After this drama, the only other resource that Wang Baoqiang could claim to have was the TV series "My Brother is Called Shunliu".

Those who know, know. Wang Baoqiang was cast in this drama to capitalize on the popularity of "Soldiers Sortie".

Following that, Wang Baoqiang played minor supporting roles in various productions of Huayi Brothers.

Ten years later, Wang Baoqiang made the movie "Lost in Thailand," but it didn't attract much attention when it was released.

It wasn't until 2012, after Wang Baoqiang starred in "Lost in Thailand," that his career started to improve.

In 2011, Wang Baoqiang had a classic representative work, the movie "Hello! Mr. Tree", which was not a resource of Huayi Brothers.

Therefore, overall, Huayi Brothers did not have any favors for Wang Baoqiang, and it was relatively easy for them to poach him.

"I understand, Director Lin!"

After Shen Ao left, Lin Bufan thought it over and over again, and then asked Bai Bing to call in Shen Xiuying, the manager of the artist department.

"Boss, you called me!"

Shen Xiuying knocked on the door and came in.

"Please have a seat!"

Lin Bufan nodded to Shen Xiuying, and after she sat down, he began to ask, "Has the talent department seen any promising prospects lately?"

"not yet!"

Shen Xiuying gave a somewhat hesitant answer.

Since its establishment, the artist department has only signed a limited number of artists, and it is still lacking in discovering new talents.

"Has Huayi Brothers sent anyone to follow up on this?"

Even Lin Bufan knew about the Huayi Brothers artists' affairs, and he didn't believe Shen Xiuying didn't know.

If Shen Xiuying can't even do something this simple, he really has to doubt whether she can hold onto this position.

"We've already sent someone to communicate with them..."

Shen Xiuying nodded hurriedly.

As for Huayi Brothers, she has already sent people to contact quite a few artists, but they are still hesitant.

After all, compared to Huayi Brothers, Kyoto Entertainment has far fewer projects. The reason Kyoto Entertainment is so famous is entirely due to Lin Bufan's support.

"Many of the artists signed by Huayi Brothers have great potential. We should communicate with them more and try to poach a few..."

"Yes, boss!"

As Shen Xiuying was speaking, she suddenly said, "Boss, I have something I want to report to you."

"explain!"

"The artist department contacted Zhou Xun some time ago, and she seems to be interested in signing with Kyoto Animation, but she wants to meet with you before making a decision."

Shen Xiuying originally planned to sign Zhou Xun first, and then report the good news to Lin Bufan.

But now that things have come to this point, she knows very well that if she doesn't report some achievements soon, her position as department manager will be in jeopardy.

"Weekly News!"

Lin Bufan's eyes twitched slightly.

Zhou Xun's acting skills are beyond doubt. The only time she had a mishap was with the role she played in "Ruyi's Royal Love in the Palace".

In response, Lin Bufan could only say that Zhou Xun was too unrestrained in "Ruyi's Royal Love in the Palace," and that she is the kind of actress who becomes stronger when faced with strong opponents.

You can set the time.

Lin Bufan nodded.

Kyoto Entertainment currently has several signed actors and established studios, but none of them yet possess any truly outstanding talent.

It would be wonderful if Zhou Xun could sign with Kyoto Animation.

"Yes, boss!"

……

Over the next few days, Lin Bufan basically traveled back and forth between Panhai International, Xiangshan Villa, and the company.

Liu Yifei and his two children are at Panhai International, where he spends the most time, followed by Xiangshan Villa. Since filming "Flying Swords of Dragon Gate", Dong Xuan has been completely resting and has no intention of working at all, only occasionally accepting a few commercial activities such as ribbon-cutting ceremonies.

Chen Zihan is still in Chongqing with the "Crazy Stone" film crew, and filming is expected to be completed by the end of July.

Wan Qian was filming "Ip Man" in Hong Kong. As the absolute female lead of the film, she naturally had to wait until the very end of filming to finish before the movie could be completed.

Fan Bingbing is filming "Taken" in Hollywood, along with Yang Mi, who is also in Hollywood, but is almost finished filming "Final Destination".

"Boss, Zhou Xun has replied!"

A week later, Lin Bufan was revising some scripts and settings in "2012" when Shen Xiuya knocked on the door and came in.

"How so?"

Lin Bufan put down his pen and paper and looked up at Shen Xiuya.

After Shen Xiuying went back last time, she contacted Zhou Xun, but Zhou Xun was abroad at the time.