Traveling Trader of the Apocalypse

While others struggle to survive in the wasteland, Wei Lun, a modern man, enjoys fresh vegetables, an endless supply of beef and mutton, and piles of snacks.

He can freely travel back and for...

Chapter 236 Instant Fame?

"Yeah, I'm saying I'm the one who calls the shots, right?"

Wei Lun laughed heartily. Actually, he had originally wanted Chu Nan to try out the role of the childhood sweetheart.

After all, this movie has so many big-name stars in its cast. For a girl who has just entered the entertainment industry, it's already quite an achievement to be given such a role.

However, after hearing Tang Jiao's words, Wei Lun thought about it and realized that he wasn't making money from this movie; the important thing was to be happy.

So, Wei Lun made a decision.

"I've decided to cast Chu Nan in the positive role of this intellectual woman. As for the other actors, you can decide."

Wei Lun said that in the end, they still managed to secure the most important role in the movie for Chu Nan.

It's worth noting that the most touching part of the entire film is the encounter with the intelligent woman at the beginning of his entrepreneurial journey. This not only demonstrates the sincerity of their love but also highlights the differences in perspectives and cultural backgrounds between women.

Therefore, if Chu Nan performs well, she is likely to receive a lot of positive reviews and has a high chance of becoming popular.

"Are you really going to cast Chu Nan in it?"

Tang Jiao said with great amusement that it wasn't that she disliked Chu Nan, but rather that someone with absolutely no background was playing the lead role.

At this moment, Chu Nan was still busy helping out at Starry Sky Fish, completely unaware that she was about to play the lead role in a movie.

"Yes, I'm sure!"

Wei Lun answered affirmatively, since he entered the entertainment industry anyway for Chu Nan's sake, he might as well let her play the female lead.

The group then began discussing the specific details of the film, including how it would be shot, who would direct it, who would act in it, and who would provide support.

All I knew was that filming would officially begin three days later.

As for the filming location, it was indeed Hengdian World Studios. However, the movie is short, so the filming pressure wasn't too high; it just required repeated rehearsals.

To achieve the best possible outcome, these are all matters for the director.

Starry Sky Entertainment directly recruited many well-known industry elites, including the director, who is also an insider at Starry Sky Entertainment.

However, many of the actors were hired from outside, including both big-name stars and second- and third-tier celebrities. The total investment reached fifty million.

It's not a lot, it's not a little; anyway, the cost of making a normal movie is tens of millions.

When Chu Nan learned that she was playing the female lead, and a positive character at that, she was incredibly excited, as if the boss had given her the whole world.

If Wei Lun were to confess his feelings now, I'm certain he'd succeed 100%. However, right now Wei Lun isn't confessing; he's busy transporting food to the post-apocalyptic world.

Filming went very smoothly and wrapped up successfully after two months.

On this day, the film officially hit theaters and gradually began to be distributed to various television stations and video websites.

According to the final statistics, the romance film "Starry Night Love" grossed 880 million yuan at the box office.

The video viewership on television reached 3%, and most importantly, it received overwhelmingly positive reviews on video websites.

In other words, this movie became a hit!

Wei Lun hadn't expected it, Chu Nan hadn't expected it, and neither had Starry Sky Entertainment.

A movie with an investment of only 50 million has now grossed nearly 1 billion!

"The male lead is really hardworking, just like we were when we were young."

"The female lead is so beautiful. Only women like her are the kind of actresses we like."

"Yes, Chu Nan acted superbly, especially that heart-wrenching scene, it was so realistic!"

"What a pity, Starry Sky Entertainment is a new company. If it were a well-known company in the industry, the box office would probably be even higher!"

"Don't talk nonsense. Starry Sky Fish Entertainment is a subsidiary of Jue Lun Technology. How can it be a small company?"

...

In short, because of this movie, JueLun Technology and Starry Sky Entertainment have once again been thrust into the spotlight.

Chu Nan is currently participating in various announcements and entertainment programs because of the movie.

A host asked about information regarding Chu Nan's role in the film.

"Ms. Chu Nan, why did you choose to act in this movie? Did you participate voluntarily or were you forced to join?" the host asked.

Chu Nan raised her head, looking at the camera with great longing.

"Actually, I have a good boss. He appreciates me and gives me the opportunity to act."

Chu Nan replied with a smile, "Of course some people will misunderstand, but that doesn't matter. So what if people really misunderstand that I'm being kept by Wei Lun?"

"Ms. Chu Nan, is the good boss you mentioned Mr. Wei Lun, the chairman of Jue Lun Technology Group?"

The host asked, pointing the microphone at Chu Nan again.

"Yes, Mr. Wei Lun is the most magnanimous and visionary man I have ever met."

Chu Nan answered with a smile, showing no shyness or euphemism, and frankly expressed her admiration for Wei Lun.

...

Of course, these are just some of the anecdotes. Wei Lun is quite satisfied with the film's performance.

Spending 50 million and making 1 billion—this kind of achievement is something even the big names in finance wouldn't dare to compare to. How many times is that? A 20-fold return.

Wei Lun was also at the company that day.

Xue Qingshan and Tang Jiao were chatting and laughing in the office about "Love in the Starry Sky."

Wei Lun went from the chairman's office to the president's office, glanced at the two women,

"See? My judgment was right, wasn't it?" Wei Lun said proudly, then sat down on the sofa.

The two women exchanged a glance and replied in unison, "Yes, you have the best taste."

The success of this film is inseparable from its pre-production preparations, such as actively recruiting excellent filming teams and nurturing its actors.

The addition of some veteran stars also made the film more appealing, so its success was not due to one aspect, but rather to the interplay of many factors.

"Chu Nan has become famous this time. Will she still be able to live with us from now on?"

"Besides, she'll definitely receive invitations from other production teams. We can't just keep her locked up, can we?"

Tang Jiao began to ponder, asking, "Since Wei Lun is here, it's perfect to put everything out in the open."

Generally, artist contracts come with restrictions; for example, filming of movies and TV series can only be done through Starry Sky Entertainment.

But the problem now is that Chu Nan has become famous, and she will inevitably receive invitations.

If someone helps pay the breach of contract penalty, then Chu Nan is very likely to be poached completely; this kind of thing is very common in the entertainment industry.

"It's alright, let Chu Nan decide for herself. We should support her if she goes to film in other production teams. The contract is just symbolic."

“It really depends on our relationship; we can’t let the contract stop her.”

Wei Lun said with a smile, "If this is the beginning, doesn't it mean that all artists of Starry Sky Entertainment will be treated this way in the future?"

Tang Jiao felt a chill run down her spine. Well, since the chairman had said so, what could she, as the chairman's secretary, say?