Chapter 402: Almost turned into a mouthful
Time flies like water, and it’s late July in a blink of an eye.
At this time, "Infernal Affairs" has entered the theatrical release period, with a box office of 279 million on the first day, and the total box office has exceeded 2 billion, and is heading towards the 3 billion mark.
Capital is inert.
This inertia is reflected in the path dependence of the way to extract profits.
For example, why do employers in the entertainment industry like to promote traffic? Because this is a well-established way to make money.
"Products" do not require acting skills or professional skills, they only need a relatively good appearance, and everything else depends on packaging.
This is much easier than cultivating an artist with acting skills, skills and good looks.
Therefore, when everyone saw that Xu Xiyu had made several hit projects in just two or three years, they could no longer restrain their inner impulses.
There are a lot of managers and actors who are working hard to get a share of Xu Xiyu's project. His project now seems to be a "money-making path" for domestic entertainment.
in this case.
Cheng Guangzu's life has also become busy.
The reason why he was busy was simple, because after the meeting with Xu Xiyu that night, he, who had always been a man of "making a fortune silently", suddenly became high-profile.
From time to time, he will tell the story of his investment in "Infernal Affairs" and his huge profits.
Of course, in order not to make himself look too pretentious, he always pulls out "Wu Youjin" as a negative example.
In this way, in the eyes of others, he was seeking revenge for Wu Youjin's evil intentions.
It's just that in the process of revenge, he conveyed a concept to others.
That is, Xu Xiyu hopes to cooperate with more people because he wants to expand his influence in the entire Chinese entertainment industry, so he also attaches great importance to his colleagues in Hong Kong and Taiwan.
With his tireless efforts to spread the word. There are many managers and actors from Hong Kong and Taiwan. Those who are restless want to go to Xu Xiyu to sign a contract right now.
Especially for Taiwan's employers and artists, Xiangjiang relies on the motherland to face the world. Due to some well-known problems in Taiwan, life for management and artists is getting more and more difficult, and they are becoming more and more marginalized.
Therefore, they are particularly eager to open up the situation through Xu Xiyu. But when they contacted Huaqing's Qiao Shuangshuang, who was mainly responsible for film and television investment matters, and even Xu Xiyu's assistant Shan Xinbao through their connections.
The reply I get every time is something like "I'm really sorry, we have no consideration in this regard for the time being and we look forward to future cooperation."
This kind of reply can upset some people.
Worried, these people turned their attention to Cheng Guangzu.
They were thinking, since you, Cheng Guangzu, have had such a good time working with Xu Xiyu, and I heard that you are also going to collaborate on "Infernal Affairs 2", if you can make an introduction so that we can communicate directly with Xu Xiyu, wouldn't some things be settled?
Based on this current situation, Cheng Guangzu is either socializing or on his way to socializing every day.
At this time, on a yacht in the waters of Xiangjiang.
Cheng Guangzu, wearing sunglasses and only beach shorts, held a glass of red wine and looked at the blue sea and said: "Everyone, I don't have to flatter Xu Sheng.
Think about it, who is the person with the most box office appeal in mainland China right now? It's not a director or an actor, it's him, the screenwriter and chairman.
Wow, this is simply a wonder! The five words box office appeal have never been linked to these two identities. Especially for the status of chairman, there are some CEOs of technology companies in mainland China who have fans.
Consumers may go to this boss to buy his products, but no one will become a fan of the entertainment company boss and buy tickets for him. Xu Sheng is the first! ”
"Brother Zu, we all know what you said, and we all admire Mr. Xu. So, don't we hope you can make an introduction?" As soon as he finished speaking, a woman approached him. road.
This woman's name is Xiao Linyuan, a Taiwanese actress who used to be quite famous, but now she has no voice. At the same time, she is also a shareholder of Baodao Chunyi Media Culture, referred to as "Baoyi Culture".
Opposite the two people, there was a man sitting. This man was the boss of Baoyi Culture, named Lai Jianming.
I saw Lai Jianming catching Xiao Linyuan's words and continued: "Yes, Brother Zu, I recently heard someone say that Mr. Xu has several projects besides "Infernal Affairs 2", and Hua Qing doesn't even have enough actors now. ”
After hearing what the two said, Cheng Guangzu chuckled: "You heard me right, they seem to be really not enough now, and they are not enough for all ages.
However, his project is a high-quality resource, and mainland actors are very coveted. No matter which angle you try to squeeze in, it may not be easy. ”
As soon as these words came out, Xiao Linyuan and Lai Jianming couldn't help but look at each other.
They didn't think Cheng Guangzu was talking nonsense. Just like "poor people can't get loans, rich people are chased for loans." Good projects have always been accessible even if you have money.
As a result, Xiao Linyuan pressed her body closer and said, "It's definitely not easy for us. Aren't we still here with you?"
Feeling that his arm was stuck in a ravine with soft bullets, Cheng Guangzu shook his head deliberately: "You two, it's not that I don't help, it's because someone is walking ahead of you."
As soon as these words came out, Lai Jianming immediately asked tentatively: "Are you talking about Du Yuxiong?"
"Yes, Taiwen has voted for Hua Qing's "The Richest Man in Xihong City". I think Mr. Xu is quite happy to work with him, and I guess he will be with him later." Cheng Guangzu nodded.
"Brother Zu, it's not me who speaks ill of others behind their backs. Du Yuxiong is unreliable! Not only him, but also Yu Xingde from their company, who wishes he could change his name to Inoue Xingde. It's very risky to cooperate with them..."< br>
"Ahem!" Before Xiao Linyuan could finish her words, she was interrupted by Lai Jianming coughing hard.
The reason why he did this was not because he was afraid of Du Yuxiong, but because he knew that Du Yuxiong was introduced to Xu Xiyu by Cheng Guangzu. Now when Cheng Guangzu says Du Yuxiong is unreliable in front of him, isn't this a slap in his face?
Xiao Linyuan also reacted immediately, hugged Cheng Guangzu's arm and said sweetly: "Brother Zu, please don't misunderstand me. What I mean is that we definitely respect you and Mr. Xu more than people from Taiwan."
"I know you don't mean this, but the objective situation is that there are too many people from the two sides of the Taiwan Strait and three places who want to cooperate with him, and he himself is not short of money.
Even if I introduce you to him, even if he gives me a face, what kind of fat will you get? What's the point? "Cheng Guangzu said with a hint.
Xiao Linyuan immediately said after hearing this: "Brother Zu, we are not greedy. No matter how small the mosquito legs are, they are still meat. You don't know that it would be very difficult for us to live without the mainland market. Mainland artists are very xenophobic and will not let us survive at all." Space.”
"Yeah, we're not afraid of your jokes. In mainland China, production costs are now measured in hundreds of millions. Over there...hey, let's not mention it. You are familiar with Mr. Xu. Do you know what he has...huh?" Lai Jianming didn't finish his words.
But his meaning was clear.
I just wanted to ask Cheng Guangzu if there was any way to please Xu Xiyu.
But how could Cheng Guangzu speak directly? He pretended to be helpless, spread his hands and said, "I'm not refusing, I really don't have any. Money, women, fame, resources, he has everything." .”
"..." These words left Xiao Linyuan speechless.
"..." Lai Jianming was speechless. He suddenly felt that Xu Xiyu was a bit of a tortoise and didn't speak at all.
Seeing that both of them were speechless, Cheng Guangzu chuckled and said: "However, since you have found me, it is unreasonable for me not to do you this favor.
In this way, I will try my best to persuade Mr. Xu to take you one for "Infernal Affairs 2". In addition, I will also help you with other projects. Anyway, I will introduce you to Mr. Xu first so that we can get familiar with each other. ”
"Really?!" Xiao Linyuan said in surprise.
"When have I ever said empty words?" Cheng Guangzu chuckled.
Then he added: "However, speaking of the front, you can't take up the majority. To be honest, there are many people looking for me, and I can't just agree to you."
"That's enough. We are not greedy." Lai Jianming quickly expressed his position. The mosquito legs also depend on what kind of mosquito it is.
A "mosquito" like "Infernal Affairs" currently has a box office of 660 million, and it will continue to rise in the future. Even a fraction of this is a big deal.
Don't look at the Internet saying that artists can earn 2.08 million a day. Not everyone can earn 2.08 million.
Especially for Taiwanese entertainment practitioners, except for the top artists who are still active in mainland China, others can earn more than 2.08 million a day. If you give them a month or half a year, they may not be able to earn it.
Again, don’t let the Internet make you lose your concept of money. You must know that the “sky-high price” that Xu Xiyu’s hometown is known as the “sky-high price gift” refers to hundreds of thousands.
Xiao Linyuan obviously has a good idea about money. She was about to lie in Cheng Guangzu's arms, and her voice became more and more greasy: "Brother Zu, you are so kind. I knew I was right to find you. When will you bring me with you?" Shall we go see Mr. Xu?”
"Not now. Mr. Xu will launch a new project soon. He will probably have to finish it for a while." Cheng Guangzu shook his head.
"New project launched? What new project?" Lai and Xiao asked in unison.
"It's that "New Paradise·Wangxian", a science fiction TV series. He is holding his breath right now. Last time "The Beginning" was plotted by someone and could not be released publicly. He plans to use this to regain his face.
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Speaking of this, if you are interested, help promote it, so that when we talk about it in future meetings, people will also accept your personal favor, right? "Cheng Guangzu said it deliberately.
When Xiao Linyuan and Lai Jianming heard this, they looked at each other without any trace.
There is an industry in Taiwan that is very cool.
That is the navy.
If they want to help push, they can really do something practical.
Thinking of this, Lai Jianming immediately expressed his position: "Brother Zu, I just said that we admire Mr. Xu very much. We will definitely help promote his new works. This is what those of us who are fans should do."
After saying this, he suddenly covered his stomach and said: "Oh, you shouldn't drink cold drinks. Brother Zu, I'm sorry, I'll go make it easy for you to chat."
After saying that, he ran away quickly.
Xiao Linyuan, who had already put her head on Cheng Guangzu's lap, her eyes gradually became blurred.
She was confused, but Cheng Guangzu was not confused.
He has had this conversation with many people in Hong Kong and Taiwan these days.
Just wait for "New Paradise·Wangxian" to end and get results, then stimulate them a little more, and then I will help Xu Xiyu talk to them in advance.
When the negotiation was almost done, he turned down all cooperation with the excuse of "Du Yuxiong doesn't keep his promises".
I even thought of the words.
That is "Mr. Xu is afraid. He is not short of money. He could have done the project by himself. The reason why he took everyone with him is to have a good relationship with his peers.
But his peers stabbed him in the back again and again. He felt that he was not looking for cooperation, but was looking for trouble for himself. So, if he doesn't cooperate now and plans to do it himself, you have to blame him, don't blame him. ”
I won’t add any more updates today. I can’t write it out. I’ll start adding the next three updates tomorrow. Sorry.
(End of chapter)