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

"Sister Xiaoya has gone inside..."

On the private jet flying from Los Angeles to Beijing, Tang Lili and Song Yao watched Lin Ya walk into Lin Bufan's lounge and began to whisper among themselves.

Lin Bufan stayed in Los Angeles for two days.

In fact, on the evening of the 25th, Extraordinary Film Company booked a banquet hall in a five-star hotel to hold a celebration banquet for "2012" breaking the $10 billion box office mark.

That evening, Lin Bufan attended the event with Liu Yifei and Yang Mi, both dressed in their finest attire.

At the celebration banquet, countless Hollywood stars came up to greet Lin Bufan.

Lin Bufan is now not only an Oscar-winning director, but also a commercially successful director. Any ambitious star would want to build a good relationship with him.

It doesn't matter if he's a Chinese director.

Even with Liu Yifei and Yang Mi by her side, many Hollywood actresses still flocked to her.

It is well known that Western women mature too early and age very quickly, especially after the age of thirty, where they change almost every year.

Skin problems such as sagging and dullness are springing up like mushrooms after rain.

Moreover, he disagreed with some of Hollywood's aesthetic standards, especially those with freckles, loose skin, wrinkles, and strong body odor.

The main reason why perfume is considered a must-have in the West is that Westerners have a very strong body odor.

Later studies have shown that nearly 95% of all white people in the West have body odor, and nearly 70% of them have bromhidrosis (body odor).

Only about 2% to 3% of people can truly achieve "tastelessness".

Jessica Alba is among them.

After the celebration banquet, Lin Bufan stayed for two more days. During those two days, he did nothing but spend time with Liu Yifei and Yang Mi.

Because of Lin Bufan's arrival, the two women didn't go to the film set for two days.

Fortunately, with Lin Bufan's connections, and Carter Dennis not saying anything, the people below naturally dared not say anything more.

……

The return flight would take 12 hours, so Zhang Tianai naturally had to help Lin Bufan pass the time.

Having been reminded last time, Lin Ya became more self-aware.

After waiting for about an hour and making a rough estimate, Lin Ya went into the lounge on her own initiative.

In the end, when Lin Bufan's private jet landed at the capital's international airport, Lin Bufan got off the plane looking refreshed.

Zhang Tian'ai, who was standing next to him, also looked radiant and full of energy.

Only Lin Ya was too exhausted and was still fast asleep in the lounge.

There was no way around it; she bore the brunt of the firepower, so naturally she was the most exhausted.

It has been proven that, for both men and women, certain things, once pushed to the limit, can cause significant harm to the human body.

"Boss, Chairman Han informed us that a celebration banquet will be held at 8 pm tonight. Should we go back to the company first or go home to rest?" After getting into the car, Zhang Tianai turned to look at Lin Bufan.

"go home!"

As Lin Bufan spoke, he closed his eyes and leaned back in his seat.

"Okay, boss!"

In addition to being Lin Bufan's personal assistant, Zhang Tianai occasionally also works as his driver.

For example, right now, Lin Bufan has just returned to China, and his Land Rover is parked at the airport. Since the driver isn't there, she has to temporarily fill in.

……

"Not bad, Director Tong will also be at the celebration banquet tonight..."

Lin Bufan had just returned to the villa and hadn't even entered the door when he received a call from Han Sanping.

"Child abuse?"

Lin Bufan's eyes lit up.

Director Tong is the deputy director of the Film Bureau, responsible for film censorship.

It could be said that they were the superiors of those in the entertainment industry, those who made movies.

No matter how good your movie is, if the Film Bureau doesn't approve it and doesn't issue you a film license, it can't be released.

"I understand, Chairman Han!"

Lin Bufan took a deep breath.

This was his first time meeting people from higher up.

Previously, he had won the Oscar for Best Director and the Golden Lion Award.

To put it bluntly, there are many directors in the country who can win awards.

For example, Zhang Yimou, who won the Berlin Golden Bear for "Red Sorghum", Li An for "The Wedding Banquet", and Xie Fei for "Woman Sesame Oil Maker".

The winners of the Venice Golden Lion Award include Zhang Yimou's "The Story of Qiu Ju" and "Not One Less", Hou Xiaoxian's "A City of Sadness", Jia Zhangke's "Still Life", and Wang Quan'an's "Tuya's Marriage".

Chen Kaige is the only person to win the Palme d'Or.

This only includes the grand prize winners; if we add the directors who won the Silver Bear and Silver Lion awards, the number would be even greater.

Therefore, while awards can create a prestigious image for Lin Bufan, they are not absolute; they only make those in power aware of his name.

It wasn't until the release of "2012," which grossed a staggering $10 billion worldwide, that the authorities began to pay more attention to Lin Bufan.

More importantly, the movie "2012" is not a purely American film; it also contains elements of Chinese culture, especially the "Sky Project," which is very relevant to the Chinese context.

Furthermore, this film is a Sino-US co-production, so the honor is not limited to Lin Bufan alone, but extends to the entire leadership of the State Administration of Radio, Film and Television.

For these leaders, someone who can bring them political achievements and honors will naturally be valued more.

……

"Tian'ai, go to the Central Motion Picture Corporation!"

Lin Bufan didn't get out of the car. After hanging up the phone, he directly gave instructions to Zhang Tianai.

"Yes, boss!"

Lin Bufan knew very well that this meeting with Director Tong was a very important matter.

Lin Bufan knew that his parents were definitely not low-ranking, but he couldn't say how much influence and power they had.

Moreover, since we're not in the same department, will they give you face?

It cannot be said that just because of his parents' status, he can disregard those in power; that's something a fool would do.

Whether in China or abroad, it's a world where "officialdom is paramount."

Having money is secondary; having power is the most important thing.

Moreover, Lin Bufan still doesn't know the true identities of his parents, and can only guess based on the previous incident involving the surname Sun.

……

"I knew you'd come!"

Seeing Lin Bufan enter, Han Sanping looked at Lin Bufan and said with a smile.

"Mr. Han truly understands me!"

Lin Bufan walked in with a smile on his face.

"You've come at the perfect time!"

As Han Sanping spoke, his expression turned serious: "Besides tonight's celebration banquet, there are three consecutive days of symposiums planned by the higher-ups, tomorrow, the day after, and the day after that. You, as an internationally renowned director, will have to personally give a speech on stage!"