HuaYu: Starting with Photography to Navigate the Entertainment Industry

Beijing, Fenglian Plaza, Huayi Brothers headquarters.

"Snapped!"

Wang Zhongjun swung his arm and smashed the computer on the table to the ground, angrily slamming his fist on the table and cursing:

"To be romantic without being vulgar, and affectionate without being promiscuous"?

How dare that scoundrel use such a word to describe himself? I'm ashamed for him!

Looking at the furious Wang Zhongjun, Wang Zhonglei and Li Xue both looked helpless.

This operation to hunt down Xu Lang was orchestrated by Hua Yi behind the scenes. The reason is quite simple:

Firstly, Xu Lang showed no respect to Da Wang and Xiao Wang at all. As industry leaders, how could they not be angry at Xu Lang?

Secondly, Xu Lang's career rose too quickly. Although a performance-based agreement was signed with him, Huayi Brothers still ended up in a trap.

After all, Starway is like a shell company, with female stars being the core resource. However, because Xu Lang's agreements with these female artists are open-ended, they can leave at any time without incurring penalties for breach of contract.

Even if Huayi Brothers took this company, it wouldn't be of any value to them.

"Xu Lang, you're incredibly cunning!"

Naturally, the two kings blamed Xu Lang for this, believing that he had deliberately tricked them.

After all, which agency signs contracts like that?

However, Huayi Brothers also wanted to use this contract to counter Xu Lang, so they sent Li Xue to contact artists from various career paths and offer them favorable conditions in an attempt to poach them.

But to everyone's surprise, after digging for more than half a year, not a single one was successful.

This doesn't mean everyone was absolutely loyal to Xu Lang, but rather that Xu Lang really did give a lot.

Ultimately, it all comes down to this brokerage contract.

In a typical agency contract, the company takes the lion's share and imposes various restrictions and requirements on the artist.

Compared to Starway's contracts, this kind of contract is simply an unfair and exploitative clause.

They can earn 70% of the stars' earnings without any restrictions. Their careers are promising, with acting opportunities, support, and endorsements.

Although the company is not well-known, what's the use of being well-known?

Can it be eaten as a meal?

It was for this reason that Huayi Brothers' six-month-long strategy to "snipe" Starway completely failed.

Therefore, left with no other choice, the two kings began to target Xu Lang himself.

Once Xu Lang is brought down, the two kings can then step in as saviors to help Xu Lang and his artists.

"Won't these people obediently throw themselves into my arms then?"

This is Wayi's goal.

But now, the "sniping" of Xu Lang, which was originally going very smoothly, suddenly...

"Why did the art style change?"

The two kings are a bit confused!

Pointing at Zhang Liangying, the first image to pop up on the computer screen, Da Wang and Xiao Wang couldn't help but burst into a tirade of curses.

"To be a mistress and even feel superior about it, is simply...shameless!"

But despite the criticism, things have already developed to this point, and we have to face it.

Looking at the feedback from her subordinates on the computer, Li Xue said:

"Presidents Wang, the situation is very unfavorable for us now. As you know, Xu Lang is a scoundrel. He suffered such a big loss this time, he will not let it go."

He's quite capable; he'll definitely trace it back to us. It wouldn't look good if things escalated to a head-on confrontation.

After hearing Wang Xue's words, both Da Wang and Da Wang had to be cautious. After all, Huayi was currently seeking a listing, and if problems arose now, the losses would outweigh the gains.

After a pause, Wang Zhongjun sighed and said helplessly:

"Let's hand over the responsibility to Xinyi Media, who was in charge of this operation, and let them take the blame."

We should immediately issue a statement condemning all forms of media violence and take this opportunity to rebuild our positive image.

"Okay, I'll make the arrangements right away."

The next morning.

Huayi issued a statement, calling on the entertainment industry to resist cyberbullying as an industry leader, and reminding everyone to keep their eyes open, carefully distinguish online information, and not be blinded or led astray.

Meanwhile, the manipulators behind this public opinion incident were also exposed and investigated by the public security authorities, who fined them 10 yuan.

Soon, the online uproar targeting Xu Lang, which had lasted for nearly half a month, disappeared.

Everything seemed to have calmed down.

Zeng Jia also rushed to Changsha to personally meet with Xu Lang and arrange the next steps of the work.

I thought Xu Lang would be furious and retaliate by throwing money and people at me.

When Zeng Jia finally met Xu Lang, he could hardly believe it.

"Is this still the same flamboyant Xu Lang?"

Why do you look so calm?

At this moment, Xu Lang was accompanying Zhang Liangying to practice singing.

"This is the song I prepared for you on your championship night, take a look."

Xu Lang handed the paper to Zhang Liangying, then looked at Zeng Jia and asked with a smile:

"Why did you come all this way?"

"Well..."

Zeng Jia was a little confused when Xu Lang asked him this question. Although Xinyi Media had been brought up, anyone in the industry with a little ability knew that Huayi was the one manipulating Xu Lang's affairs.

Zeng Jia naturally knew this as well.

Zeng Jia came here prepared for a full-scale war with Wayi, just waiting for Xu Lang to sound the charge.

result. . .

"This boss is becoming more and more unpredictable."

Zeng Jia's mind raced, but she asked the question as if it were a routine matter:

"Mr. Xu, the contract with Ningxia and the preparations are almost complete. We expect to start filming 'Painted Skin' next month."

After finishing discussing something trivial, Zeng Jia still couldn't help but ask:

"By the way, the rumors about you circulating online a few days ago have been confirmed to have involved Wayi, and he is very likely one of the main perpetrators."

Should we... do something retaliatory?

In the end, Zeng Jia made his words clear.

Upon hearing this, Xu Lang remained calm and composed, showing no sign of emotion whatsoever. He smiled and said:

"What's past is past. Let's focus on developing ourselves and not worry about anything else."

As he spoke, he instructed Zeng Jia again.

"By the way, you need to keep a close eye on those movies and TV shows I asked you to keep an eye on last time. As long as we can get in, we'll get in. That's the general principle."

Alright, go ahead and do your thing!

"Uh... okay."

Zeng Jia was still a little dazed when she came out of Xu Lang's room.

"When did Xu Lang become so agreeable?"

Inside the room, Xu Lang leaned back in his chair, legs crossed, twirling a pen in his hand.

"Huayi? I'm definitely going to deal with him!"

But not now!

Although Wayi is currently a leader in the film and television industry, to be honest, it doesn't have much substance.

Xu Lang really didn't think much of it.

"If we're going to do it, we should target the batch that went public first; that's where the real profits are—one bite can make you rich for half a lifetime!"

After all, Xu Lang's appetite is not what it used to be. Getting a few million from Hua Yi is not enough for him!

As he was thinking, Zhang Liangying rushed over excitedly, holding a piece of paper in her hand and grabbing Xu Lang's hand, speaking excitedly.

"Xu Lang, this song is amazing! It's the best song I've ever heard!"

Seeing Zhang Liangying's joyful expression, Xu Lang was very happy. He gently embraced her waist and whispered:

"I feel like this song was born for you; it will definitely become your symbol and your signature."

On the night of the championship, you sang this song with unprecedented flair, announcing your arrival to the world!