HuaYu: Starting with Photography to Navigate the Entertainment Industry

Seeing Wang Bingwen about to raise the price on the spot, Wang Peng looked somewhat embarrassed.

He glanced at Xu Lang, but didn't say anything. He just took out a glasses cloth from his pocket and started wiping his glasses.

Xu Lang, looking at Wang Bingwen's conflicted expression, couldn't help but chuckle.

After arriving in Changsha, he first went to see Wang Peng.

When Wang Peng heard that he could bring Liu Yifei, who is described as "one person with two immortals," to "Happy Camp," he was immediately overjoyed.

After all, since Li Xiang left last month, the ratings for "Happy Camp" have been steadily declining.

Wang Bingwen had mentioned it to him many times.

Wang Peng was also worried about him.

Now, wouldn't it be great if Liu Yifei could come?

At least they can ride the wave of the "one person, two immortals" phenomenon to revitalize "Happy Camp".

So, after briefly explaining the situation to Xu Lang, Wang Peng hurriedly took him to find Wang Bingwen.

"You're underestimating yourself, and you're still planning to take my money? You've got some serious scheming going on!"

Xu Lang found it amusing.

Moreover, even without Wang Peng's prior notice, Xu Lang would not have paid the fee for his sexual services.

"By today's standards, I am now the one who controls a large amount of traffic."

You still want to charge me money?

Are you kidding me?

I'm already being kind by not charging you money for riding on my coattails!

As he was thinking, he heard Wang Bingwen still talking with worry.

"It's not easy to get a TV show to ruin a drama series, unless the price is particularly right, otherwise it won't go well with Director Ouyang."

Seeing that Wang Bingwen had already brought up the station director, Xu Lang knew that he couldn't let him continue to make his point, or he would soon find out what conditions Wang Bingwen would offer.

Thinking of this, Xu Lang stopped Wang Bingwen and said with a smile:

"Battalion Commander Wang, you don't need to worry about the fee. Although Liu Yifei is very popular right now, we still have this relationship. I'll just symbolically accept a fee of 100,000 or 200,000 for Liu Yifei's appearance."

"Um?"

Xu Lang's words immediately stunned Wang Bingwen.

Normally, the issue of who pays whom when actors or celebrities appear on a show is quite complicated.

Those who are not well-known and want to appear on such a popular program have to pay to appear on the show themselves, similar to a "GG fee".

For famous celebrities, programs not only don't charge them money, but they also have to pay them out of pocket, which is called appearance fee.

The remaining part is mostly about mutual exploitation and resource exchange, with both sides maintaining a state where neither party receives money nor pays out.

In 2004, Liu Yifei starred in "Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils". Although she had some fame, she was not yet a big star.

Moreover, Xu Lang also had requirements for promoting the TV series, so it wasn't unreasonable for Wang Bingwen to ask for a fee.

But now, thanks to the hype surrounding "one person, two immortals," Liu Yifei's fame has suddenly skyrocketed.

Simply put, it means their status has improved.

As for who pays and who receives money when they come on the show, that depends on the needs of both parties.

This isn't just about money; it also involves saving face.

For example, a celebrity wouldn't want to lose face by paying to appear on a show.

Wang Bingwen pondered for a moment and said with a smile:

"Xu Lang, if Liu Yifei comes by herself, we'd be happy to spend some money and provide her with a high-class reception."

but..."

As Wang Bingwen spoke, he smiled like a fox.

"But it's too obvious that your two production teams are losing, and there's never been a precedent for this before."

"Battalion Commander Wang, why is this GG?"

Xu Lang was very dissatisfied with the word "GG".

"Our appearance on 'Happy Camp' still creates a strong entertainment effect."

"Oh?"

Hearing about the show's comedic effect, Wang Bingwen laughed heartily, relaxed back on the sofa, and asked Xu Lang,

"Besides introducing the series, what other program effects can it have?"

Are your actors going to film a scene on set?

"ha!"

Xu Lang was also speechless at Wang Bingwen's antics.

After thinking about it, I realized that arguing with him about these things was pointless, so I might as well let the facts speak for themselves.

Thinking of this, Xu Lang ignored Wang Bingwen and instead took out his phone to make a call.

The call connected quickly, and Xu Lang spoke into the phone:

"All the OSTs for both dramas will be available immediately, yes, right now!"

"Um?"

Upon hearing Xu Lang's words, Wang Bingwen and Wang Peng exchanged a glance.

OST (Original Soundtrack)?

"Do these two dramas have any particularly good background music?"

(Previously, "Always Quiet" and "Peerless Under Heaven" had been released, but they were not used as theme songs or insert songs for the two TV series.)

As the two were wondering, Xu Lang said:

"Battalion Commander Wang, may I borrow your computer for a moment? I want you to listen to the original soundtracks of our two dramas."

"Oh? Okay!"

Xu Lang's words piqued the interest of Wang Bingwen and Wang Peng. If there were really good things, what did it matter if they spent a little money?

Wang Bingwen was also somewhat excited, and he made a phone call to his subordinates, instructing them:

"Let Producer Long, Director Luo, He Ling, and Li Weijia all come over and listen together."

"Yes."

Soon, Long Hai led Luo Xin, He Ling, and Li Weijia in.

Wang Bingwen pointed to Xu Lang, who was busy working at the computer, and said:

"Listen to these songs and see if they're suitable for our 'Happy Camp,' and whether they can enhance the show's entertainment value."

Upon hearing this, Long Hai, He Ling, and the other three were all surprised. After all, "Happy Camp" is not a singing program, so how could it rely on songs to support the show?

"What's Wang Tai up to? Is he frantic about the ratings?"

The four of them looked at each other, somewhat bewildered.

Meanwhile, Xu Lang sat in front of his computer, opened the Jiutian Music website, and clicked on the newly launched "Chinese Paladin" soundtrack special.

The special feature contains a total of six songs, namely:

"Sha Po Lang", "Always Quiet", "June Rain", "Xiao Yao Tan", "Finally Understand", "Flowers and Swords";

Looking at these six songs, Xu Lang was filled with emotion:

"I really don't believe anyone can say that the soundtrack of any TV series can surpass 'Chinese Paladin 1'!"

Then, he clicked on the OST of "The Return of the Condor Heroes," which contains four songs:

"Peerless Under Heaven", "Laughing in the Jianghu", "The Voice of the Dragon Girl", and "Desire Woman".

Seeing that it was a song, Xu Lang regretted his earlier rash decision.

"To be honest, the four songs in 'The Return of the Condor Heroes' are in no way inferior to those in 'Chinese Paladin'."

Apart from "Peerless Under Heaven" being snatched away by Xu Lang, the other three songs were all created by Xiao Chong and Chen Tong themselves.

The ending theme song is "Jianghu Xiao" by Wakin Chau, Li Mochou's background music is "Yu Nu" sung by Qi Yu, and "Long Nu Zhi Sheng" evolved from "Tianxia Wushuang".

Every song is amazing!

After the initial pause, Xu Lang looked at everyone in the office and said with a smile:

"Dear teachers, please listen to this and offer your corrections."

As he spoke, he clicked the play button for "Sha Po Lang".

Suddenly, a melodious chant drifted out from the speakers.

In addition, the sound system in Wang Bingwen's office was high-end and had excellent sound quality, so the chanting immediately shocked all six people present.

This sounds amazing!

That sound is absolutely amazing!

This sound is so high-quality!

Listening to their discussion, Xu Lang felt a surge of smugness.

"How could my daughter Xiaoying's singing be bad?"