Chapter 500 Eating Human Blood Steamed Buns
"Du, your analysis is indeed eye-opening.
If you follow your reasoning, how should you resolve this situation? ”
Shi Jinge has rich experience and did not express his position easily.
Du Sheng knew that this person was still covering up and didn't fully trust him.
After all, what he just said was just an inference and failed to bring any actual help to Shi Jinge.
To establish a partnership, Shi Jinge must realize his own value.
Du Sheng continued:
"Mr. Shi Jinge, based on your past experience, Isn't it right that Idei Shinchi asked you to focus on the two major fields of music and film and television?"
Seeing the other party nodding, he continued:
"Sony Pictures has been losing money for a long time, and you have enough reasons to reform.
With your many years of experience and network resources, I believe that the merger and acquisition can still be passed.
It just depends on your ability whether you can attract enough funds.
In addition, Andrew, who was promoted to the interim president position by Yamato Dianxiong, is currently in charge of Sony Music. This is also a real challenge you face. ”
"Du, your analysis is good. No one can match your foresight."
Shi Jinge smiled slightly:
"Mergers and acquisitions aside, why can't Andrew and I be compatible? After all, we have known each other for many years."
Du Sheng laughed loudly and said:
"Mr. Shi Jinge, just lie to outsiders, don't even lie to yourself.
You should know exactly why Andrew was pushed to power by Yamato Dianxiong.
Idei Shinchi and his team want to completely control Sony. Will this CEO function be taken back?
Or are you just willing to be Jing Shenzhi’s puppet? ”
Shi Jinge clapped his hands and had to say that this person in front of him was truly a monster:
"Du, I'm really curious how you analyzed it so thoroughly, but that's not the point.
The point is, if you want to be a partner, what help can you bring to me? ”
The main reason why he was willing to admit it was that he suddenly remembered that the person in front of him could not be described solely as a star.
Adding up all the high-quality assets of the other party, the mortgage loan alone can get hundreds of millions of dollars.
Hearing Shi Jinge call out "partner", Du Sheng knew that he had finally been recognized by the other party.
"Shi Jinge, if you want to kick Andrew out, you must first achieve results, establish prestige, and prove your ability to replace Andrew, so that you can win the support of others.
And I am the first person who can help you achieve results! ”
Shi Jinge heard something and raised his eyebrows:
"What do you mean?"
Du Sheng snapped his fingers and smiled confidently:
"That's right, if you push forward the MGM merger plan, if you want a partner, Star Media will be the first to respond.
MGM's current estimate is US$5 billion, and we can get at least 10% of the share for you. ”
In its previous life, Sony teamed up with Providence Capital, Texas Pacific Group, Star Media and DLJ Commercial Bank to complete the acquisition of MGM.
However, although Sony is the main promoter in the foreground, it only holds 20% of the shares, and Providence Capital has the largest share, reaching 29%.
Shi Jinge looked at this confident young man, narrowed his eyes and said:
"This is US$500 million, can you really afford it?"
Du Sheng keeps smiling:
"I believe that if you promote this plan, it is not a wholly-owned acquisition, but a leverage method of assuming debt.
I, Interstellar Media, can still afford this amount of money, and we can also afford this risk. ”
The acquisition will not be implemented until next year at the earliest.
And the reason why he risked MGM's bankruptcy to get involved was naturally for a purpose.
First, it can expand into the North American film and television market, and its own films can be released overseas without being exploited.
Secondly, to prevent Chinese films from being constantly excluded and to regain the high ground of moral propaganda.
Third, MGM was last acquired by Amazon for $8.5 billion.
Even if you don't want it at that time, you can make hundreds of millions of dollars just by doing it. The more of this kind of business, the better.
Shi Jinge had to admit that the other party was really foresight and courage, nodded and said:
"In terms of film and television, I admit that you are right, and I also agree with working together.
So, what about entertainment? ”
Speaking of this, he added:
"I know that you are the first Asian singer to have album sales exceeding two million this year. There is no doubt about your talent and ability.
But the current world is dominated by the West, and English songs are the mainstream.
No matter how popular you are in Asia, any artist under Andrew's banner can achieve this sales volume. ”
Du Sheng smiled:
"Mr. Shi Jinge, you also know that you are not as good as Andrew in all aspects of Sony Music.
And, who said I can only deal with the Asian market?
My next album will be in English and my goal is to break into the North American market. ”
Hearing this, Shi Jinge finally became somewhat interested.
But he remains skeptical.
After all, Asian singers have never had significant success in North America or Europe.
Although Du Sheng's two English songs previously released have reached the top of the Billboard, they are Chinese with yellow skin after all. Publicity is not dominant, and the lack of follow-up cannot be solved.
Now that Du Sheng is here, how could he not be prepared?
He handed over a USB flash drive and said:
"Mr. Shi Jinge, music has no national boundaries. It can transcend audio-visual, race and color, and touch people's hearts with singing alone.
Here are a few demos I have recorded, you might as well listen to them first. ”
Shi Jinge took the USB flash drive and thought to himself that this person is really preparing for the cycle.
He asked someone to bring the playback equipment and put on headphones to listen carefully.
Du Sheng did not interfere, just admiring the jade.
He admitted that the other party was right, and it was inevitable that yellow people would be discriminated against in North America.
But there is a savage technique that can break down any racial prejudice.
And the few songs he gave are all hits that can become popular.
Under Sony's promotion, it is impossible to bury it unless the audience is collectively deafened.
Shi Jinge listened to "Let Me Love You" and felt the sweet and bitter emotions. The melody was catchy and very ear-catching.
He believes that this song is not as fast as "Baby", and at worst it can enter the top five of the Billboard!
Then comes "You're Beautiful", a song with a simple but catchy melody and soulful lyrics that is also very good.
In his previous life, James Blunt achieved success with this.
The first two ballads have convinced him that word-of-mouth can be relied upon even without Sony's promotion.
The third song, "Bad Day" moved him even more.
Because the rhythm is brisk and the melody is beautiful, it describes people's feelings when they encounter difficulties and setbacks in life, and it is very easy to resonate with the audience.
When the three songs finished playing, Shi Jinge hurriedly took off his headphones and asked excitedly:
"Any more?"
Du Sheng asked:
"These 3 songs are not enough proof?"
"Enough! Enough to prove! But you whet my appetite!
Dear Du, you are such a music freak! ”
Shi Jinge loves music very much and has been an executive of Sony Music for eight years. He said excitedly:
"You shouldn't be boxing and filming at all. You really failed to live up to the ability God gave you. You should spend all your energy on music!"
As an industry veteran who worked his way up from the bottom, he was full of exclamations after recognizing Du Sheng.
Just speaking like this completely wiped out the leisurely atmosphere of the Jade Hall.
Du Sheng smiled:
"Mr. Shi Jinge, to tell you the truth, my album has a total of 9 songs, and each song is no less than this level."
"Really?"
"Sooner or later these will come out, why should I lie to people?"
In order to recall these English songs, Du Sheng used the "Eureka LV3/Blue" skill twice.
Saying 9 songs is a bit conservative, but there is no need to say too many, so as not to scare the other party.
Shi Jinge originally thought that the three songs submitted by Du Sheng were the title tracks, but he didn't expect that they were all included in one album!
At this time, his view of Du Sheng had completely changed.
Talent can indeed break through.
Especially when that talent translates into huge financial benefits!
Shi Jinge asked again:
"Are you sure you want to put all songs of this caliber on this basket?"
Never in his career has an artist put so many hits on one album.
This is so fucking explosive!
If you put 2-3 songs on each album, you can definitely produce at least 3 best-selling albums. Isn't this better?
"Imitation is not what you expected?"
Du Sheng smiled and threw the question back.
Shi Jinge laughed, stretched out his hand and said:
"Du! I wish us a happy cooperation!"
For Shi Jinge, this is indeed the best outcome.
This 9-song hit album will undoubtedly cause a sensation and shock the entire music world.
This will help him quickly open up the situation and win the position of president with his strength!
"Du, your album is a gift from heaven to me!"
Du Sheng looked at Shi Jinge, who was still pretending before, and now he was full of compliments.
Society is such a reality, only with enough strength can you win the respect of others.
Shi Jinge suddenly remembered something and asked:
"By the way, when are you going to record this album?"
Du Sheng thought for a while and said:
"The fastest is September, and it can basically be completed within a month."
Shi Jinge was even more happy after hearing this.
What he was most afraid of was that Du Sheng would be like some high-smoking drunkard who procrastinated and took several months to produce an album. "What suggestions do you have for album release?"
"Shi Jinge, since we are already partners, you can tell us what you have to say.
Isn’t it natural for partners to help each other and benefit from each other? ”
Du Sheng smiled slightly and maintained a close attitude.
Because the person in front of me will firmly control the Sony empire in the next eight years.
Shi Jinge was very satisfied with Du Sheng's attitude.
Now it seems that at least he is not as difficult to get along with as some eccentric artists.
"Haha, then I'll tell you the truth.
I hope you will be the first to respond when I push for the MGM acquisition.
Also, I’m going to challenge Andrew at the end of the year, which is to kick things off with your album, what do you think? ”
Shi Jinge finally revealed Idei Shinchi's plan for him.
This also verified Du Sheng's prediction of future development.
He smiled at his new partner and responded politely:
"As you wish, Mr. President of Sony."
Du Sheng also stood up, smiled and reached out to shake his hand.
The latter immediately laughed heartily, feeling as if he had a great future in his confusion.
Feeling happy, Shi Jinge couldn't help but mention his opponent more.
To say that Andrew's sexual harassment incident could not be suppressed, I had some confidence in dealing with him before.
Du Sheng didn't care about the grudges and grudges of these people.
He just hopes that by supporting Shi Jinge's early promotion, he will no longer have any worries about global distribution channels in the next few years, whether in the music or film industry.
Now it seems that the progress is quite good.
Next year, we are expected to take a big step into the North American entertainment industry!
………
"Click!~"
"Congratulations to Du Sheng and Xiao Chun for wrapping up."
After Du Sheng returned to the crew, he continued filming for two more days, and finally finished filming "Initial D" in a hurry.
Following Liu Weiqiang's order, the entire crew celebrated.
Although this shooting only lasted a month, everyone was still tired after traveling to Hong Kong and Neon.
Zhuang Wenqiang personally came to the two of them holding a bouquet of flowers:
"Thank you for your hard work during this period, Du Sheng. Let's work together next time."
"Haha, easy to talk about!"
After the filming was completed, Du Sheng had to rush back to the mainland after having a closing banquet with Fukada Kyoko and others.
The second album of "Girls' Generation" is about to be released, and he has to go back and take care of it no matter what.
When we parted, the little girl Kyoko Fukada was still reluctant to leave, but she was persuaded to come back by Sakurako Yukawa who came to visit:
"Brother Sheng has a very busy schedule. We will cooperate together when he comes next time and we must capture him!"
Fukada Kyoko didn’t know what she thought of, she blushed and encouraged herself:
"It's definitely possible. Next time, Sister Yingzi, hold his hands. Keiko and I will work together to force him to lose sight of one thing!"
After waiting at the airport for nearly half an hour, Du Sheng and Lin Zhiling finally heard the notice to board the plane.
Next, he is going to Bay City to attend Sony's celebration party for the Asian sales of "Yisheng With You" exceeding 2.5 million.
Lin Zhiling happened to be back again, so she just dropped by.
Fortunately, the process from boarding to takeoff was smooth with no additional delays.
After the plane flew smoothly, a flight attendant seemed a little hesitant.
After walking back and forth in the first class cabin several times, I finally summoned the courage to come to Du Sheng.
Because asking passengers to sign at work is a violation of aviation regulations.
If reported, she could face penalties or even lose her job.
Therefore, the flight attendant seemed very hesitant.
Du Sheng noticed her nervousness, smiled and signed her autograph, and behaved very cordially.
He is not Takuya Kimura, who signs autographs for fans and then complains to the flight attendant about sexual harassment from the stewardess.
After getting the signature, the stewardess thanked her profusely and left with satisfaction.
A young man sitting opposite noticed this scene and asked in Mandarin with a local accent:
"Are you a Hong Kong star? Very well-known in the mainland?"
He spoke weakly, giving the impression that he was out of breath.
And the accent has obvious regional characteristics.
Due to Du Sheng's habit of slightly disguising himself when boarding planes, the other party asked this question.
The stewardess recognized him from the passenger list.
This period of time was quite busy, and Du Sheng originally planned to take a break.
Hearing this, he turned sideways and looked at the young man.
The forehead is broad and the face is square and slightly plump, giving people the impression of Maitreya Buddha.
Du Sheng was a little surprised. He seemed to always meet some famous people on the plane recently.
Last time I went to Hong Kong to reshoot the indoor scenes of "Initial D", I met the CEO of Hang Seng Bank.
Sitting across from him now is Chen Aiqiao, who is about to become the richest man in the mainland.
Shanda was listed on Nasdaq in April this year and is currently in a stage of rapid expansion. This is also the most glorious period of Chen Yiqiao's career.
Recently, he should have gone to Neon to discuss the game business. After failing to reach agreement, he went to Bay City to find another one?
Du Sheng smiled and replied:
"No, just a young actor from the Mainland."
Seeing Du Sheng's casual attitude, Chen Anqiao said with some enthusiasm:
"Young people should not be too modest. Getting to know each other may bring unexpected results.
Our new game is in need of a spokesperson. Your temperament and appearance sound good. ”
Chen Aiqiao is now as famous as Ma Ying and Ma Huayuan, and is known as a trendsetter in the Internet era.
Shanda Network, which he founded, not only created a legend of the era with the game "Legend", but also made him a lot of money.
At only 32 years old, with a net worth of 8.8 billion yuan, he is about to become the richest man this year.
The tone of his speech at this moment naturally brought out a hint of confidence and straightforwardness.
When he boarded the plane just now, he noticed the young man in front of him.
With his tall and straight figure and outstanding temperament, it is difficult for others to ignore him.
Especially after witnessing the frequent glances from the people around him, he became even more convinced of his judgment.
Du Sheng didn't have much opinion about Chen Aiqiao.
In recent years, mainland tycoons have emerged on the international stage, which is a good thing.
But I can’t resist the fact that some people have to turn their elbows outward even though they are eating oriental food.
After they went crazy for gold at home, they turned around and transferred the gold and silver overseas.
For example, Chen Aiqiao, who relied on the game industry to become a wealthy man in China, suddenly donated a huge amount of 700 million overseas.
As soon as the news came out, public opinion was in an uproar.
People have accused him of 'forgetting his roots', 'eating the inside and outside' and so on.
Du Sheng knew that this was a "certificate of submission", so he didn't react at all.
As for the spokesperson of Shanda Games, he remembered that Liu Yan, known as the "national sex goddess", stood up for "Legendary World",
In addition, Yang Chaoyue endorsed "Bright Warrior", which greatly increased the popularity of the game.
The assistant sitting next to Chen Anqiao seemed to recognize Du Sheng and Lin Zhiling, and then whispered a few words to the boss.
After Chen Aiqiao learned the identities of the two, he seemed quite calm and introduced himself:
"I am Chen Yiqiao from Shanda Company. I wonder if Mr. Du is interested in becoming the spokesperson of our "Legendary Game"?"
Lin Zhiling showed a hint of surprise when she heard Chen Aiqiao's introduction. She had obviously heard of Shanda Company.
But she was not familiar with Chen Aiqiao personally.
After all, the latest Hurun Rich List has not yet been released, and Chen Aiqiao's fame has not yet reached the heights it later achieved.
Du Sheng took off his blindfold and smiled:
"Thank you Mr. Chen for the invitation, but endorsement matters are usually handled by my agent."
Chen Anqiao heard Du Sheng's polite refusal and stopped insisting.
He motioned to his assistant to hand over a gold-gilt card and said calmly:
"Since we met, if you need anything in the future, please feel free to contact us."
Du Sheng took the business card and nodded to express his thanks.
As the plane landed at the airport, Chen Aiqiao and his party were the first to leave.
Du Sheng got into Assistant Lin Zhiling's car, and the latter said:
"Mr. Chen just now seemed a bit condescending."
Lin Zhiling is not interested in games. She only knows that "Legend of Sword and Fairy" adapted by her husband is famous in the gaming circle.
But I don’t know much about Chen Aiqiao’s situation.
Du Sheng smiled and said indifferently:
"Chen Aiqiao is now worth billions and is about to become the richest man in the mainland.
When you're managing such a huge business and wealth, it's natural to speak with a sense of authority. ”
Lin Zhiling snorted:
“So what if I become the richest man?
There is no one who is rated as the richest man who does not eat steamed buns with human blood. ”
………
(End of chapter)