Chapter 351 You are different from her
She was not jealous or targeting Chen Li, she was just objectively stating the facts from her perspective.
Ali's first drama was a costume drama, and after finishing it, she joined a crew of a realistic drama. It is rare for a newcomer to jump to a different genre as the lead, not to mention in Sister Kuan's hands, even in the entire industry.
Because in order to leave a deep impression on the audience and investors, newcomers need to penetrate the most suitable track, so that others can immediately identify your face when they see a certain type. This is the key.
If you frequently change roles before the audience has remembered you, it may seem that your acting style is varied, but in fact it will make the audience face-blind and they will not be able to remember who you are at all, because your screen image is not just one face.
That's the reason for being an extra.
So she has been acting in urban youth TV dramas since her debut, and Sister Kuan has been helping her to become the top 1 in this genre. Ji Chuhe also believes that with her current national popularity, it is time for her to try other challenging roles.
But unexpectedly, Sister Kuan still disagreed. On the other hand, Sister Kuan did not give Chen Li any restrictions at all. She could take the role of Sister Kuan if she wanted to. Ji Chuhe naturally felt a little uncomfortable and thought that Sister Kuan was biased!
Sister Kuan could completely understand Ji Chuhe's thoughts at the moment. She looked at Ji Chuhe, sighed softly, and asked a question that Ji Chuhe had never thought about: "A-Li can accept that she is not popular, can you?"
Ji Chuhe was stunned when he heard this, and for a moment he didn't understand what Sister Kuan meant.
Can you accept that you are not popular?
Her reaction caught Sister Kuan's eye, causing her to smile helplessly, "Chu He, Ah Li is different from you, and I have no intention of favoring her. If I were to say favoritism, among the few people under my command, I would definitely favor you the most."
"The film and television market is changing rapidly now. No matter how famous someone is, there's no guarantee they'll remain popular forever. Competition in the same field is already fierce, and there are so many people eyeing your position. I understand your desire to try a new genre."
"But as your agent, I have to consider more. If I'm not confident enough that this script will be a big hit, I definitely won't let you take it."
"The most typical example is Wang Shujie. She was so popular in the historical costume drama industry two years ago. She's no worse than you are now, right? Look at her now. How much has she fallen? Why is it like this?"
Ji Chuhe was silent for a moment, because she had talked about Wang Shujie with her friends while having dinner not long ago.
It was because she was eager to transform herself that she took on two urban romance scripts in succession instead of the historical costume heroine track. However, both dramas failed, and her resources subsequently plummeted.
This is the general environment. When you no longer have the ability to carry a drama, you will be abandoned by capital because there is no shortage of people in the circle. If you give up the position that should be yours, then when you hit a wall somewhere else and want to turn back, it will be too late because your position has already been replaced by someone else.
"Becoming famous isn't a skill; staying famous is." Sister Kuan patted Ji Chuhe's shoulder and said earnestly, "I'm not trying to force you to play the same role endlessly. It's just that you need to be extra cautious with every step you take to maintain your current status."
"This industry is no longer what it used to be. No one is irreplaceable. Newcomers are popping up like mushrooms after rain. Audiences and fans have too many choices. Some people are lucky and can become top stars with just one drama. Chu He, don't think you're safe just because you're on top now. If you misstep and fall, it will hurt!"
These words were spoken from the heart, because no matter what, Ji Chuhe knew that Sister Kuan would never harm her.
Although she felt disappointed, Sister Kuan's words also played a role, making her re-examine the path she should take.
After a while, she nodded gently.
Seeing this, Sister Kuan smiled and said, "Actually, this script is very good, but you just haven't read it. Although the subject matter seems to you to be the same, the character has a completely new core and is different from what you have played before."
"I just handed the script to Ali. You are the leading actress. If she is willing to take it, she can play your sister."
"Sister Kuan." Ji Chuhe still didn't understand what Sister Kuan had just said about Ah Li, so she couldn't help but ask, "What did you mean when you said Ah Li could accept not being famous? Doesn't she want to be famous?"
"It's not that she doesn't want to, but she doesn't say she has to be famous. Her pursuit of being an actress is quite pure. She just wants to play roles that she likes. This is the fundamental difference between her and others, including you."
Ji Chuhe is both an actress and a star. What she pursues is to shine in all aspects of the entertainment industry. She wants traffic, works, fashion stardom, and high-end luxury endorsements. She wants them all!
If you want a lot and pursue a lot of things, you must achieve long-term success as Sister Kuan said.
Ah-ri doesn't ask for much, she just wants a role, so she can be very willful, and Sister Kuan will give her plenty of room to choose.
But Ji Chuhe was still puzzled: "Why? Why can she do this? Or why do you allow her to do this, Sister Kuan?"
In Ji Chuhe's opinion, with Ah Li's own conditions, as long as she wants, and with Sister Kuan's support, she will definitely become famous in the future.
Sister Kuan curled her lips and smiled meaningfully: "The reason, one day you will know."
She seemed to have just said this to Ali.
Ji Chuhe was confused and always felt that Sister Kuan was hinting at something.
Sister Kuan picked up her phone and glanced at the date. Then she said, "Isn't there a pre-production event for the Lunar New Year movie in a few days? I can introduce you to someone then."
"who?"
"I'm not telling you yet because I'm not sure if she'll be there. She's a very low-key person. If she does come, then you'll understand why the company and I are so 'obedient' to Ali."
Upon hearing this, Ji Chuhe subconsciously frowned.
She had been in the industry for a while and was well aware of some of the hidden rules within the industry. From what Sister Kuan had said, she wanted to introduce someone she knew to Shen Li, and this person must be very capable. It was because of this person that Shen Li could freely choose the scripts she wanted at the company.
The big boss behind Ali?
Lenovo's direction is naturally a bit crooked, but this cannot be blamed on Ji Chuhe, because this kind of thing is not uncommon in the circle. Many actors, regardless of gender, have capital bosses behind them to fan the flames.
But don't people generally hope that the person they promote will become famous?
Why doesn't Xiao Ali care at all? Doesn't the capital behind her care either?
This made Ji Chuhe even more curious.
(End of this chapter)
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