"Hua Hua Hua."
At this moment, there was thunderous applause. The double dance of Fang Yan, He Chaoqiong, and He Xin couple won the full house's approval.
Of course, there was also Zhang Guorong who opened the mic passionately at the scene and pushed the entire dance atmosphere to a climax with the song "Monica".
Seeing Gong Chou clapping her hands excitedly, Wang Zuxian was curious: "It seems that Sister Gong Chou likes Zhang Guorong very much?"
"Yes, our whole family likes his songs, especially She is my little sister.”
Gong Zhen refers to Fang Yan, but Gong Chu prefers Principal Tan Yonglin's song.
Wang Zuxian asked: "When the two of them meet, will they quarrel and fight?"
"No, why do they quarrel and fight?"
Just When Gong Zhen was puzzled, Lin Qingxia gave the answer directly.
This year is the first golden period of the Hong Kong music scene. At the same time, it is also caught in the whirlpool of "Tan and Zhang Zhenghe". Tan Yonglin and Zhang Guorong's companies monopolize the major and small music awards in the Hong Kong music scene at this time. , whenever the two appear at the same time, there will always be applause and boos. Fans on both sides often have verbal wars, quarrels, curses, and even physical conflicts, so that the competition between them reaches a fever pitch.
Therefore, Tan Yonglin's fans must not like Zhang Guorong, and Zhang Guorong's fans must also boycott Tan Yonglin. It's all about me and not him.
The craziness is no less than the fighting between idols and fans in later generations, or even worse.
"No wonder we can't see the shadow of Tan Yonglin."
Gong Cong suddenly realized it and waved his hand, "We only listen to songs and don't chase stars. We will listen to whose songs are good."
After the song was finished, He Xin enthusiastically introduced Zhang Guorong to Fangyan and shook hands with each other as they were leaving the stage.
Gong Qie said in surprise: "It seems that the relationship between Mr. He and Zhang Guorong is unusual?"
"Not only is it unusual, he almost wants to marry Miss He to him. Sister Gong Qie, have you never heard of 'double'?" Wang Zheng’s son-in-law?”
Wang Zuxian took a sip of martini.
Gong Xie shook her head and listened to her and Lin Qingxia chatting about each other. Xiangjiang watch king Yang Shoucheng and Haojiang gambling king He Xin both greatly appreciated Zhang Guorong's talent, and even publicly stated that if Zhang Guorong had a daughter, Zhang Guorong would Undoubtedly the best choice for the best son-in-law.
As Zhang Guorong attended the family banquets of their two families many times, rumors about "two kings competing for a son-in-law" gradually spread.
"But Miss He likes someone else."
Wang Zuxian smiled with crooked eyes, burning with the fire of gossip.
“That’s it.”
Gong Cie saw Fang Yan, Zhang Guorong, He Chaoqiong and others walking in his direction.
Along the way, Fang Yan listened quietly to He Xin and He Chaoqiong’s admiration for Zhang Guorong, not only recognition of his music and performance talents, but also affirmation of his personality charm, occasionally interjecting A few words of praise were given without hesitation, and he was asked to call himself "teacher".
"No, no, no, in front of Teacher Fang, what does my singing talent mean?"
Zhang Guorong said that he likes dialect literature, movies and music, especially the songs he wrote lyrics for. For example, Teresa Teng's currently popular Christmas songs, and Keiko Matsuzaka's "Sunset Song" and "Snow Flower", for which she has asked record companies to vigorously fight for the copyright to adapt them.
“Writing lyrics is just a small skill, it’s nothing.”
Fang Yan is not surprised at all. Most of the record companies in Xiangjiang are multinational music groups, and they often use the same song for multiple purposes, so the music scene in Xiangjiang There are many lyricists, including Huang Zhan, Lin Xi, and Li Zhuoxiong, but they do not focus on composition, so "Chinese covers" were very common in the 1980s and 1990s.
"Haha, Mr. Fang should support this young boy when he has the opportunity."
He Xin said seemingly casually: "Just this, I think it will be enough for him."
"Since Mr. He speaks, it is no problem."
Fang Yan said, " If you have the chance, you can do a small cooperation first, and then a big cooperation."
Everyone walked through the aisle and returned to their original seats. He Chaoqiong specially asked the waiter to add a seat to Zhang Guorong. .
Taking advantage of this time, Gong Zhen, Lin Qingxia, Wang Zuxian and Zhang Guorong got to know each other, but they only got to know each other for a while, and they quickly fell silent. The atmosphere became more and more awkward. Fortunately, the dialect was interesting We told some jokes and jokes, gradually getting closer, breaking the barriers and strangeness.
He Chaoqiong took advantage of the opportunity and said that Zhang Guorong now wants to shift the focus of his work from the music world to the singing world.
Lin Qingxia, Gong Jie, Wang Zuxian and others were all shocked, "Why cross-border actors?"
Zhang Guorong smiled bitterly and explained that the twists and turns of the struggle for hegemony in the music industry made him I was a little exhausted both physically and mentally, so I was ready to change to a new environment and start from scratch, which might reduce some disputes. However, I didn't expect that changing careers from singer to actor would bring even greater criticism.
"If the performance is well done, it will be a good thing."
Fang Yan said: "But if it is messed up, it will be a disaster and only increase the laughing stock."
He Chaoqiong said: "What Mr. Fang said is that Mr. Rong did not take action immediately because he considered the consequences."
Fang Yan clapped his hands in sudden enlightenment. No wonder He Xin just asked him to take care of him. Next Zhang Guorong, the roots of co-authorship are here!
Zhang Guorong and He Chaoqiong looked at each other, with a hint of nervousness on their faces, "Mr. Fang, actually..."
"To be honest, this is good news for you as a cross-border actor. If Bi Hua finds out, she will be very happy."
Fang Yan raised his hand and interrupted.
Seeing Zhang Guorong in a daze, Gong Xie reminded: "It's Li Bihua who co-wrote "Farewell My Concubine" with him."
"It turns out to be her..."
Zhang Guorong said that although he had not met He knew Li Bihua, but he knew that she was his loyal fan, so loyal that he always used him as the prototype of the male protagonist in novels. It is said that the twelfth son of the rich family "Chen Zhenbang" in "Rouge Button" was written in his mold.
"There is also 'Cheng Dieyi' in "Farewell My Concubine"."
Fang Yan said: "Before we co-wrote the novel, she first wrote a script for a TV series .”
Including Gong Xie, all the women present were surprised. They had never known that there was such a story behind "Farewell My Concubine".
Fang Yan smiled and said, "Bi Hua specified that you must play the role of Cheng Dieyi."
Zhang Guorong recalled it in detail and said that he had also agreed to play the role. "Farewell My Concubine" first tried the waters in the field of TV dramas, but unexpectedly, only two days into filming, his former agent came forward and insisted that he resign because Cheng Dieyi's role was detrimental to his image as a singer at the time.
"Then if there is a movie like "Farewell My Concubine", would you be willing to play 'Cheng Dieyi'?"
Fang Yan cast a meaningful look.
The eyes of Gong Zhen, Lin Qingxia, He Chaoqiong and others suddenly lit up. They had all watched "Farewell My Concubine" and watched it over and over again. Some of the plots were even unforgettable. The thought of Zhang Guorong playing "Cheng Dieyi" , the picture is so beautiful, I can’t even imagine it.
Zhang Guorong's heart was in turmoil, but his reason prevented him from agreeing immediately:
"Mr. Fang, I'm sorry, I need to discuss this with my current agent before I can decide."< br>
Then the conversation changed, "But I think there should be no problem. As long as it's not a costume film, I can basically accept it."
"Why not a costume film?"
Wang Zuxian's watery eyes widened.
Facing the gazes of Gong Cie, Lin Qingxia and others, Zhang Guorong showed an awkward yet polite smile, but it was difficult to speak.
He Chaoqiong simply said for him that when he first debuted, Zhang Guorong was deceived into making a movie. It was obviously about the theme of "Dream of Red Mansions", but he didn't know until he got to the set that it was a cyan film. , called "Chun Shang Chun Lou Hong". From the name, you can tell that it is not a serious "red building" at all, but a "brothel". The Jia Baoyu he played was not only dissolute, but was even asked to take off his clothes.
"It just so happened that I was just a nobody at that time. If I broke the contract, I would have to pay a high penalty. I had no choice but to continue acting even if I didn't want to." Zhang Guorong was so helpless and embarrassed that he finished the film. Dream of Brothel has left a psychological shadow on costume dramas.
"I remember Qingxia, you also acted in "A Dream of Red Mansions", and you also played Jia Baoyu, right?"
Fang Yan said in a joking tone.
I play the serious Jia Baoyu!
Lin Qingxia blushed and dug her eyes out in embarrassment, "Fang Sheng, you said it was yours, so don't make fun of me."
"Haha, I'm sorry, I'm rude. .”
Fang Yan picked up the wine glass and said, "I propose a toast to you to make amends."
Seeing the two of them clinking glasses and drinking, Gong Qian secretly tugged at the corner of his clothes under the table and whispered in his ear:
"Are you planning to film "Farewell My Concubine" next? What about "The Gambler" and "Baby Star 2"? "
"Don't worry. "
Fang Yan openly confessed to everyone present that the script of "Farewell My Concubine" has not been written yet, and the script has been reviewed and revised. , fund raising and selection and other preliminary work, the filming of "Farewell My Concubine" will not be possible for a while, and it will take a while to prepare.
"No...it doesn't matter, Mr. Fang, I can wait." Zhang Guorong's eyes showed disappointment.
Gong Cie whispered: "Did you hurt him too much by saying that?"
Fang Yan winked and said, "What's the hurt? He has to thank us."
>Gong Xie reminded: "Do you really think he can act in " "Farewell My Concubine" movie? He has refused to act in TV series before..."
"So we have to give him a little sweetness first and play the long game to catch the big fish." Fang Yan said, "When the time comes, he just wants to refuse. , I’m afraid it’s difficult too.”
Just when Gong Yan was curious about what this sweet spot was, Fang Yan deliberately left the suspense until the premiere of "Police Story". Lin Qingxia, Wang Zuxian, He Chaoqiong and others looked at each other and were completely unable to guess. Find out what kind of medicine he is selling in his gourd.
But Zhang Guorong was overjoyed. Although he didn’t know what movie Fang Yan recommended him to star in, or even its name, but based on the name of “Mr. Fang”, this movie was definitely not ordinary, so he didn’t He didn't want to get to the bottom of things, but thanked him profusely.
“You’re welcome.”
Fang Yan clinked glasses with him and drank the wine confidently.
………………
At the end of the song, people dispersed and returned home happily. This was the end of the charity ball organized by He Chaoqiong for the first time.
The tipsy Fang Yan held Gong Cie's hand and returned to the suite. Before entering, he waved goodbye to Lin Qingxia and Wang Zuxian who lived on the same floor.
As soon as the lights came on, the warm room made Gong Qi take off the fur coat he was wearing and hang it on the coat rack.
"What movie do you plan to let Zhang Guorong star in?"
"You three asked in a roundabout way, aren't you tired?"
"Of course I'm tired, but that's because you don't want to talk. You're mysterious and won't tell me, Qingxia and Xiaoxian."
"Okay, I'm going to tell Xu now. Please give me a call.”
“You want him to play “Hero”. "Sex"!"
Gong Qi suddenly opened his mouth and saw Fang Yan picking up the phone and dialing the number of Xu Ke's studio
After a while, the phone was connected and Xu came from the receiver. The guest’s voice was filled with surprise:
"Teacher Fang, shouldn't you be at the Gambling King's charity party at this time?"
"It's over."
Fang Yan went straight to the point and asked about the current progress of "A Better Tomorrow".
"I have already found a director. He is my good brother in New Art City, his name is Wu Yusen."
Xu Ke was worried that he knew nothing about Wu Yusen, so he took the initiative to introduce him After a while.
Fang Yan said: "Does Director Xu want to give him a hand?"
"Nothing can be hidden from Teacher Fang."
Xu Ke said that Wu Yusen is now at a low point in his career and life. Previously, he was arranged by New Arts City to go to Baodao to develop the market. As a result, he only made comedies that he was not good at. Several of his films were flopped, and he was regarded as a "box office poison" by investors.
In order to make him turn around, the company specially invited Pan Yingzi and offered her a salary of one million yuan. Huang Baiming wrote the script himself and invited Teddy Robin and Xu Ke to star in it. Almost all the Seven Eccentrics of New Art City were dispatched, but things didn't go as expected and the movie still hit the streets.
The whole person is on the verge of collapse, so I am ready to take this opportunity to give my brother a hand!
"But it would be difficult for a director like him who has failed one after another to attract film investment?"
Fang Yan raised a key question.
Xu Ke was speechless for a moment. The cost of "A Better Tomorrow" is estimated to be around 8.5 million to 9 million Hong Kong dollars. This is because Dialect has squeezed all the royalties into the box office account. Not only is it difficult to raise funds, And the casting is also in trouble. The protagonists in the movie, the two brothers Song Zihao and Song Zijie, are still undecided. At present, it is only confirmed that "Little Ma" will be played by Zheng Haonan, an artist contracted by New Art City.
Zheng Haonan's English name is "Mark", and people in the industry call him "Brother Mark", so this character's name is "Brother Xiao Ma".
However, if everything from the director to the actors is outdated, I am afraid no one will be willing to invest money.
"In my opinion, let's do this..."
Fangyan plans to use part of the box office revenue from "Baby" and "Police Story" to the "Mingkong Film Company" founded in the name of Gong Yue , investing a sum of money into "A Better Tomorrow", which had difficulty raising funds, can also be regarded as the opening shot of Mingkong Film Company.
"Teacher Fang, that's really great, we can't ask for it more!"
Xu Ke kindly reminded that the film industry is too deep and investment needs to be cautious.
"If we don't have confidence in our own work, then I won't even watch this movie. And this time I brought a foreign aid to the charity party." Fang Yan clamped the phone to his shoulder and ear In the meantime, he reached out and took the sobering tea from Gong Jie.
"Who?"
Xu Ke asked impatiently.
The dialect said: "Zhang Guorong."
"He!?"
Xu Ke was surprised at first, but after careful consideration, Zhang Guorong was indeed the most suitable candidate for Song Zijie , can gain the favor of investors.
"Then it's settled. When "Police Story" is released, you bring Wu Yusen over, and I'll ask Zhang Guorong to come over too."
Fang Yan said: "We will meet in the theater and have a good chat. Let's talk about "A Better Tomorrow"
"Okay!"
Xu Ke readily agreed, "Now that Song Zijie has been decided, it will be Song Zihao's turn next. I have a few candidates here..."
Fang Yan smiled, "What a coincidence, about Song Zihao, I also have a candidate." (End of Chapter)