HuaYu: Starting with Photography to Navigate the Entertainment Industry

the next day.

An in-depth report appeared in newspapers such as *China Youth Daily*, *Southern Metropolis Daily*, and *Yangcheng Evening News*, which primarily feature social news:

Are the post-80s generation a lost generation?

Similar titles include:

Can the pampered post-80s generation really shoulder the responsibilities of society?

Job-hopping, relying on parents, and inability to endure hardship: Why we should worry about the post-80s generation.

In terms of content, the report listed several social issues, including:

Only children are often spoiled from a young age and have never experienced hardship; they frequently change jobs after graduation, showing no loyalty to their employers; they are unrealistic and dissatisfied with low wages but unwilling to start from the bottom; they rely on their parents for financial support to buy a house, making them "parasites."

These articles quickly attracted widespread attention and were featured in special sections by major portal websites such as Sina, Sohu, and NetEase.

"The Post-80s Generation Officially Takes Center Stage in Society!"

In less than a day, this topic became the focus of discussion across the entire society.

Why?

Very simple.

Around 2005, the post-80s generation began to officially enter society.

They themselves need to be seen, noticed, and valued!

Previously, they were nobody in society, completely ignored and unmentioned.

But now, the term "post-80s generation" has quickly become the strongest label and a mark of the times for this group.

All those born in the 80s are very interested in this topic.

Besides the post-80s generation themselves, others also have to pay attention, after all, the post-80s are either their descendants, nephews and nieces, or their relatives, friends, or at least colleagues.

It is relevant to everyone.

More importantly, the post-80s generation is the most unique generation since the founding of the People's Republic of China:

The first generation to grow up under the market economy after the reform and opening up!

From facing the one-child policy from birth, to the subsequent expansion of university enrollment, the elimination of guaranteed job placement, homeownership, medical reforms, and the rapid advancements in technology and society...

All the changes are concentrated in the post-80s generation.

This is precisely why the post-80s generation has received so much attention.

But before this, no one had proposed or used the term "post-80s generation".

Now, as soon as this concept and viewpoint were put forward, they immediately attracted the attention of the whole society.

Within a day or two, online discussions about this matter have reached unprecedented levels.

Weibo, Tianya Forum, Mop Forum, Tieba, and BBS forums of various universities have all become the main battlegrounds.

Even CCTV news has started to pay attention to this social issue.

Hunan TV.

In the station director's office, Wang Bingwen handed Xu Lang an internal report and couldn't help but sigh:

"Xu Lang, the fire you started has really gone too far."

"Haha, isn't this the effect I wanted?"

As Xu Lang spoke, he looked at the internal report, which read:

"All television stations and media outlets should pay attention to guiding public opinion and clarifying correct values ​​during this ideological process."

Xu Lang placed the documents on the table and smiled at Wang Bingwen, saying:

"Isn't this perfect? ​​It's time for 'Struggle' to take the stage!"

Soon, amidst the discussions from all sides, major newspapers and media outlets launched a new round of content promotion:

"The Post-80s Generation: Striving and Fighting in the Market Economy!"

Those born in the 80s are the most unique generation:

The first generation of only children enjoys both exclusive love and exclusive pressure;

The first generation of self-funded and expanded college students, once considered "the pride of heaven," are no longer valued.

The first generation of people who weren't guaranteed job placement left with no secure employment, only uncertainty and confusion after leaving school!

For those who are the first generation to say goodbye to welfare housing and buy their own homes, have you saved enough for the down payment?

The first generation of people who grew up under the market economy mindset, having grown up during the reform and opening up, have awakened their self-awareness and pursue personal value and freedom in love. This is not rebellion, but rather a decision to no longer live a life according to the template of their parents!

The post-80s generation in "Struggle"!

As soon as the promotional content appeared, everyone's attention was quickly drawn to it.

The TV series "Struggle" became a hit even before it aired.

At that moment, Hunan TV's "Happy Camp" welcomed the main creators of the drama "Struggle".

As soon as the show started airing, Long Hai couldn't resist slamming the ratings chart onto Wang Bingwen's desk:

4.2%!

This number is higher than last year's Hunan TV Spring Festival Gala, and it has set a new record for the highest number of episodes of "Happy Camp" in the past ten years.

Holy crap!

Perhaps influenced by Xu Lang, Wang Bingwen has started using catchphrases.

"Director, this number is still rising, and it's estimated that it will break the 5 mark today without much trouble."

"Breaking 5?"

What does this mean?

1.2% is the threshold for a variety show's success or failure; exceeding 1.2% is considered passing, which is good.

Now, it has quadrupled!

Who would dare to imagine that?

Among other programs nationwide, the only ones that can compare are probably programs like "The Same Song," "News Broadcast," and "Spring Festival Gala."

Thinking of this, Wang Bingwen gave Xu Lang a thumbs-up and said boldly:

"Those born in the 80s are awesome!"

"Ha ha!"

Xu Lang couldn't help but burst into laughter, but there was a hint of bitterness in his smile.

In this life, he was reborn and has a system, so there's no comparison.

But in his previous life, as a pure post-80s generation, he experienced everything, and his whole life was filled with the taste of change, which was not pleasant.

Xu Lang had some ulterior motives in using the topic of the post-80s generation to create hype this time.

He wants more people born in the 80s to be seen and receive more attention!

On TV, the first person to appear on the show "Happy Camp" was Liu Yifei.

Liu Yifei's new look has lost its ethereal and aloof quality, and instead exudes a down-to-earth charm.

Upon seeing this, viewers in front of their televisions were immediately taken aback.

"Is this still the same fairy-like beauty?"

"Has this fairy sister descended to earth?"

"Give me back my fairy sister~~~!"

"What nonsense! Don't you think Liu Yifei is more likable like this?"

. . . . . .

All the discussions quieted down with Liu Yifei's singing.

As soon as the music for "Left Side" started and the singing began, everyone was stunned.

"What song is this?"

"This sounds amazing!"

"I never imagined that the Fairy Sister could sing so well!"

"Didn't you notice? This song is full of sadness and regret."

"I heard that Liu Yifei played a pitiful abandoned character in the TV series 'Struggle'."

"Huh? Who's so bold as to abandon their goddess?"

. . . .

Soon, online discussions were dominated by Liu Yifei's transformation.

Liu Yifei's image is also rapidly evolving.

After the song ended, the stage lights came on, and the hosts, He Ling and Li Weijia, went on stage to give their opening remarks.

Soon, the audience noticed something was wrong.

"Huh? Where did my cute Barbie go?"

"And what about my goddess, Liu Yan?"

"Please, they absolutely mustn't leave!"

Soon after her opening remarks, He Ling excitedly said:

"As we all know, the topic of 'post-80s' is a hot topic in society right now. Today, we have also invited the creative team of 'Struggle,' the first TV series in the country that focuses on the careers, love, and lives of post-80s to the scene."

Please welcome them!