Chapter 898: "Feng Qingyang" attitude; Tudou's second round of financing!
Ali’s dinner ended on bad terms.
Perhaps Jack Ma did not expect that Lin Nan and Wang Changtian would be so "ignorant of praise", and even Lin Nan would be "rude" and "outspoken".
So, after the whole dinner, the atmosphere on the scene was extremely subtle;
The three of them maintained a different kind of harmony just right, neither cold nor hot, neither salty nor bland, as if they were fighting for the best. The diners at the table had a lot to talk about but only a few words, which were all perfunctory.
"Director Ma, there is a special treaty between shareholders within Tudou. Even if they withdraw, the shares must be sold to other original shareholders first... This road will not work."
In a senior vice president After sending Lin Nan and Wang Changtian out, someone reminded Feng Qingyang.
“Then just let your hands and feet go. I believe Youku can achieve results. It’s not a bad idea to seize market share head-on, suppress the opponent, and then cripple and swallow it whole.
Ali The company is big and has a big business, and it is the most solid backing for Youku. Although Tudou has a large market share, it has just started to raise funds and there is still a long way to go.”
Lao Ma is already disdainful. tone, and several executives are equally arrogant:
"Don't worry, Chairman Ma. Sooner or later, Tudou will be a part of our large-scale entertainment planning, and it will be in our pocket."
At the same time, Lin Nan, who was sitting in the car, was also complaining to Wang Changtian.
“Tsk, tsk, tsk… This is the first time I have been lectured in person, telling me what a global vision is, what a great enterprise is, and what the pattern of the times is!
From beginning to end, He didn't mention money in one word, but every word was full of money, and he still acted like he didn't care about money at all. Money is just a tool and a burden? "
Looking at Lin Nan? With a very disgusted expression, Wang Changtian couldn't help laughing, nodded and agreed:
"Didn't you hear it? He wants to be a 'great man'. Ali's personality cult is so crazy. But in other words, others also have this strength, don't they?"
"Yes, he does. After all, with this strength and confidence, he is a 'national idol' in full swing.
But let's prepare for a head-on battle with Alibaba Entertainment Company. Today's meal is a complete break. "
Lin Nan changed his tone and said seriously.
"Yes, I understand. But you don't know how to restrain your words. You are knocking bones and sucking marrow, and blood bags are coming out. You completely describe Ali as a giant blood-sucking leech."
"But it's very vivid, isn't it? Look at the companies in other industries they have won. Are they all declining day by day? Will the founders and management teams end well?"
"This is true. …There are indeed many people who have been kicked out.”
Wang Changtian sighed and then fell silent, because he thought of Gu Yongqiang, who was “temporarily appointed” as the chairman of Youku.
The ability of the media cannot be underestimated. Less than half an hour after the meal, reports were posted online, and the news also spread in the film, television, financial and Internet industries.
“At noon, ‘Feng Qingyang’ was the host. Guangguang Chairman Wang Changtian and Director Lin Nan went to an Ali dinner. Both parties were suspected of financing potatoes...”
"According to analysis by industry insiders: Judging from the current situation, Tudou does not rule out the possibility of multiple rounds of financing, and there are still opportunities for a number of capital parties to enter."
"Many brands gathered in Lin Nan this morning Film industry, the bidding for the film advertisements of "The Secret of the Dragon" and "Detective Chinatown" has begun."
"Sponsored by the State Film Administration, co-organized by the Central Propaganda, Culture and other departments, the 16th Film Festival. Huabiao Awards officially opens registration channels today. "
"Lin Nan Pictures announced that the films "Take Tiger Mountain by Wisdom", "Get Out! Tumor King", "Xiu Chun Dao 2", "Big "The Return of the Holy Spirit" will apply for the Huabiao Award"
……
For so many years in the film and television industry, this is the first time that everyone has seen Lin Nan Pictures be so "active".
But thinking about Lin Nan’s extreme humiliation to Golden Rooster more than a month ago, the industry can understand.
Weren’t we criticized before, so this time all members will go to Huabiao. As for the golden rooster? Humiliation is just humiliation, it’s not a big deal!
China Film.
La Peikang breathed a sigh of relief after seeing the news about Huabiao.
"Taking Tiger Mountain by Wisdom" is bound to win awards, and China Film Group naturally has political achievements.
Logically speaking, he should be happy. But in fact, I was just relieved because Lin Nan Pictures signed up for Huabiao, and I couldn't feel even a trace of happiness at all.
"He has not been to China Film since March. Even if there is work to be done for the two co-produced films, Yue Jun only calls to inform or comes to deal with it."
Han Sanping didn't know what to say when he heard La Peikang's words.
Is it so easy to be the chairman of China Film Group Corporation? Cherish these two movies, there is a high chance that even the cooperation will be lost in the future.
"Let's talk about "The Founding of an Army". The first draft of the script is already available. As for the production team, you can decide it yourself."
Han Sanping didn't want to hear La Peikang complain anymore, so he decisively changed the topic, He came here today to hand in the first draft of the script.
"Director Han, are you and Director Jianxin really unwilling to concurrently serve as directors of this film?"
"My energy is really limited, and the chief planner and art director are enough for me. Lao Huang is only willing to take on the job of producing, so let’s look for new directors.
But I have to remind you that no one of these big directors will be willing to take it. Last time Lin Nan refused in person. ”
"It's not a thankless effort?"
La Peikang understands this truth. If the film is good, he will not get any points, but if the film is bad, he will be scolded. This is determined by the nature of the gift film.
"Okay, don't be in a hurry. Of course it would be better to start the film on Army Day as a tribute to the founding of the Army. It's still early, so prepare slowly and look for it slowly."
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After leaving the light, Lin Nan received a call from the school.
It has been two months since school started on September 1st. Now that the semester is halfway through, he has to prepare and return to Nortel to start classes.
As for the evening meeting with Cao Guowei, Lin Nan suddenly lost interest. What the former wanted was nothing more than an explanation about the potato financing incident.
"Director Lin, the premiere of "The Secret of the Dragon" is scheduled for the 25th of this month. Director Wu Ershan leads the team, and Huang Xiaoming, Huang Bo, Zeng Li, Xia Yu, Reba are already running Promoted; Guangguang's distribution team..."
Staying at home, with the central air conditioner blowing, Lin Nan listened to Jiang Yuerou's report.
Yes, it's already November.
At the end of this month, the Lunar New Year holiday will begin. The most brutal moment of the year for the film market is about to come, and it is also a time of melee.
And "The Secret of the Dragon" is the first blockbuster film to end in the Lunar New Year period, and it is also the movie that sounds the clarion call for war in the Lunar New Year period - it will be released on November 28th!
“I understand, how’s the advert going?”
“The advert for "The Secret of the Dragon" is still being argued about, and Director Yue is staring at it. It will definitely be settled today
However, "Detective Chinatown" will probably have to wait for another two days. It cannot be decided today, and many brands have asked to give them some time. "
"Well, yes. "Lin Nan nodded immediately.
"Director Lin, I conservatively estimate that the pre-roll ads for both movies this time can be sold for hundreds of millions..."
A few minutes later, Lin Nan hung up He dropped Jiang Yuerou's phone and lay comfortably on the sofa. He was looking forward to the final price of this post-advertisement.
"Lin Nan, I heard from my brother about the jury for this year's Golden Horse Awards. The chairman is deputy director Chen Guo. Do we really not need to go? After all, the previous reply I gave there was that there might be a time conflict and I had to be busy filming "Operation Mekong", but now it has been completed. ”
When Liu Yifei returned home and saw Lin Nan, she immediately reminded her. She and Zhou Xun were strolling outside, and the latter talked about this matter.
"Deputy Chen Guo?"
Lin Nan muttered, no wonder Hua Yi gave "Old Paoer" this time "Old Rogue", "Old Ruffian", " The "old gangster" white-washed movie signed up for the Golden Horse, and the reason for being so affectionate is because of his "old relationship"!
“Forget it, one more thing is worse than one less thing, let’s not go over there to join in the fun.”
After saying that, Lin Nan looked at the time, it was already past five in the afternoon. .
Since you have agreed to Cao Guowei, you cannot break the promise; even if you make it clear on the phone, it will be more or less disrespectful, so let's do it in person.
"As soon as you came back, I had to prepare to go out again, and I still won't have dinner at home."
"Haha, I don't care if you are at home for dinner, just come back and sleep at night. "
Good guy, Lin Nan stared at the shy and embarrassed Liu Yifei with a blushing face. What kind of tiger-wolf talk is this?
“What are you looking at? Don’t think blindly. I just said the wrong thing.”
Miss Liu glared over and emphasized through gritted teeth, looking very coquettish.
"I'm not imagining it, I'm just thinking the same thing as you, haha..."
"Still laughing, don't laugh."
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At around seven o'clock, Lin Nan set off from home again. Because Cao Guowei sent him the address, I guess the former must have arrived.
At this time in the evening, the traffic in the capital is self-evident, and traffic jams are inevitable;
So Lin Nan arrived at his destination at 8:30 in the evening, and he really made an appointment to meet in the evening!
It can be seen that Cao Guowei came in a private capacity, because he did not bring senior executives, only accompanying assistants.
"Director Lin, long time no see."
"Director Cao, long time no see."
There was no handshake, but a hug.
When he first invested in Weibo, Lin Nan entrusted all his voting rights to Cao Guowei, so he was almost a nominal shareholder and did not go there, so he met rarely.
Except for meeting in public places and events, the two of them communicate by phone the rest of the time.
"Director Lin, you should know about Tudou. Weibo is a propaganda position and is very suitable."
"Director Cao, this is only the first round of financing for Tudou."
Cao Guowei was waiting for Lin Nan's words and immediately smiled.
“Director Lin, what about the second round?”
“In Tudou’s second round of financing, Weibo can enter the market.”
Lin Nan paused at this point. one time. Looking at Cao Guowei's satisfied and happy expression, he still said "but".
“But the shares that Weibo can get are not as many as Penguin’s this time, and are less than 10%.”
When Lin Nan invested in Weibo, the latter had just been established and had two stronger competitors, Penguin and Sohu. No one was optimistic about Sina at that time;
But the current Tudou and the original Weibo are not the same. Similarly, Tudou is recognized as a high-quality potential stock and has already reached the stage of financing. The two are not the same.
Obviously, Cao Guowei also understood the meaning of Lin Nan’s words. Tudou’s shareholders valued their shares very seriously; if they could allocate some to Weibo, they would have to get some from the giants such as Enlight, Wanda, and Penguin. Cutting flesh with hands!
"Yes, yes." Cao Guowei nodded seriously.
“I remember Alibaba is also a shareholder of Weibo?” Lin Nan asked with a smile.
"Yes, Ali entered the scene later, without Director Lin earlier." Cao Guowei answered directly without being curious about anything.
In fact, this is one of the reasons why Lin Nan is unwilling to give too many shares to Weibo. Weibo is much more complicated than Tudou. Apart from him, the shareholders are all Internet capital and financial capital;
And another reason is: For Tudou, Penguin is more important than Weibo, because the traffic is greater than the publicity platform, there is no doubt;
The last and most important reason is not to mention more Having said that, Tudou’s potential, value and market position are there. The shares cannot be sold lightly, and the increase of shareholders must be even more cautious.
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(End of this chapter)