Interview begins

Zhang Yimou went on stage with a beaming smile.

He picked up the microphone and looked at the audience below the stage.

"Everyone, everyone, thank you for your support, but I can't accept this title of 'master'."

Shen Fang stood up and looked at everyone with a smile.

"Senior brother, please don't refuse. The title of master is well-deserved, don't you all agree?"

The audience responded enthusiastically, saying the film had deeply impressed them and was absolutely amazing! Zhang Yimou is a master; they had never seen anything like it before! Zhang Yimou is awesome!

P.S.: I'm not exaggerating when I say I'm praising Zhang Yimou. Please take the time to watch this film. Even in 2023, no other work can surpass it. I'm not kidding, there really isn't a single work that can surpass "Hero." It's a truly great film, and it still moves people today!

Zhang Yimou waved his hand and declined repeatedly.

"I dare not accept this title, junior brother, don't get me into trouble."

The goddess Man spoke on stage, smiling as she looked at Zhang Yimou.

"Director Zhang, after watching this film, I think you are a master. It was filmed so well. I think everyone is right. You are a great man and have lived up to everyone's expectations. This is the most satisfying film I have ever made."

Jet Li nodded repeatedly in agreement, saying, "Indeed, Director Zhang, you are the best. I truly admire you. Please look for me again to work with you next time you have the opportunity."

Jet Li gave a thumbs up.

Zhang Yimou laughed loudly: "You're too expensive. One collaboration is enough. Give others a chance."

The reporters in the audience couldn't stand still any longer and started raising their hands, wanting to ask questions.

Upon seeing this, the host quickly handed over the microphone.

The Baidu reporter asked first: "Director Zhang, you said that Brother Jie is too expensive, how expensive is he?"

Zhang Yimou glanced at Jet Li: "Can you tell me?"

Jet Li smiled and said, "Of course."

Zhang Yimou looked at the reporter and said, "This time, it cost $5 million just to hire him, and that was a friendly price he offered by lowering his fee."

The crowd gasped in astonishment. This was 2002! A $3 million salary, that's 27 million RMB! Wow, celebrities make so much money!

Liu Qianqian's mouth dropped open in surprise.

Wow, 3 million US dollars!

Upon hearing this, Shen Fang patted Liu Qianqian's head.

"Our Sisi's salary will definitely be higher in the future."

Upon hearing this, Liu Xiaoli immediately chimed in.

"Then you have to do your best, Qianqian. With your brother Chen Fang around, you might succeed."

Upon hearing this, Liu Qianqian smiled sweetly and made a gesture of encouragement.

"I will definitely succeed! I will become a superstar like Jet Li!!!"