Chapter 258: Those who want to pick up cakes complain about those who pick up cakes
At 19:30 on Monday evening, the 12th, Louis Vuitton’s official Weibo account released a piece of news, which immediately caused an earthquake in the fan circle and attracted heated discussions from countless netizens.
#Louis Vuitton officially announced @Gu Wei as the global brand spokesperson and invited him to attend the 2015 Spring/Summer Men's Fashion Show to explore the forefront of fashion together! #
[Wow! I must be seeing things. Gu Wei has been officially announced as the global spokesperson for LV. This is too much! !]
[My brother is so outstanding that even top global luxury brands like Louis Vuitton want him to be their spokesperson!]
I remember Gu Wei was LV's brand ambassador last year. It's only been a year, and he's skyrocketed to the top title of global spokesperson!
[Trivia: Gu Wei is Louis Vuitton's first global spokesperson in China. His predecessors include Madonna, tennis star Agassieff, Catherine Deneuve, and Angelina Jolie, all of whom are internationally renowned stars!]
[If you don't understand, just ask: Why is it that my brother, both young celebrities, is now a close friend of Bulgari, while Gu Wei has become the global spokesperson for Louis Vuitton?]
【Who is your brother? 】
[Yang Yang, isn't he super handsome? He starred in "Left Ear" with Gu Wei, and our "Yang Mao" contributed a lot to the box office success! !]
[Friend, I don't mean to start a fight, but Yang Yang is far behind Gu Wei in terms of fame, popularity, and status~]
Comparing Yang Yang to Gu Wei, is this an attempt to use Gu Wei's fame to elevate Yang Yang?
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In addition to Gu Wei's fans who are excited and happy that their idol can get such a big contract, netizens mainly congratulate Gu Wei on becoming the spokesperson for LV.
Before him, only mainland stars like Gong Li, the Bingbing couple, and Zhang Ziyi could get contracts with those top luxury brands.
Most of them are spokespersons for Greater China, or just brand ambassadors or something like that.
It is even more difficult for domestic male celebrities to get these top luxury contracts, and brands prefer male artists from Hong Kong and Taiwan.
Gu Wei's becoming the spokesperson for Louis Vuitton set a precedent, and it also set a precedent for other top international luxury brands to find young domestic celebrities to endorse their products.
"Brother Jia, are you really going to leave the company next month?"
In the president's office of Huanrui Century, Yang Yang asked the middle-aged man sitting behind the desk with a worried look on his face.
"Of course, this matter is a foregone conclusion. The conflict between Jiang Sanshi and I has been going on for a long time, and we have always won and lost.
Mr. and Mrs. Chen are both fair and just.
But ever since Jiang Sanshi's participation in the company's project "Gu Jian Qi Tan" became a huge success last year, my situation has become increasingly worse, and now I have no choice but to leave this path."
The middle-aged man is Yang Yang's agent Jia Shikai.
He is the vice president of Huanrui Century, in charge of the agency business of the company's artists.
The Jiang Sanshi he mentioned is another vice president of Huanrui. The two of them have been fighting openly and secretly, going back and forth.
Jia Shikai never thought that he would be the one to leave the company in the end.
However, he does not think that leaving Huanrui means he has failed. Over the years, he has accumulated his own connections and resources with the support of Huanrui, and he has star artists with great potential such as Yang Yang, Song Qian, and Ying Er under his command.
It may not be impossible to trap the dragon and ascend to heaven after setting up another business.
"Anyway, no matter where you go, Brother Jia, I will definitely follow you."
Yang Yang said sincerely.
Although he was known as the "school idol" of the PLA Art Academy, he knew his own business. He actually only had a technical secondary school degree at the PLA Art Academy and did not even have a bachelor's degree.
The so-called reputation of "the most handsome boy in the military art school" was also deliberately spread by his agent in order to increase his popularity.
Jia Shikai took a liking to the unknown Yang Yang at first sight, and used his connections to help him obtain various resources, gradually making him a well-known young actor.
Yang Yang's agency contract was actually signed with Jia Shikai personally, but Jia is the vice president of Huanrui Century, so to outsiders, he is just an artist under Huanrui.
This situation is just like when Wang Jinghua, the top agent in the domestic entertainment industry, was at Huayi Brothers. Sister Hua was in charge of Huayi's agent business, and the agency contracts of more than half of Huayi's stars were signed to Wang Jinghua personally.
Therefore, whether from the perspective of long-term development or personal feelings, Yang Yang is closely tied to Jia Shikai, and they will not be separated unless there is a major change.
Jia Shikai is indeed very optimistic about Yang Yang's potential and has spared no effort to promote him over the years.
Last year, Huanrui produced a seasonal drama based on a popular IP, "Grave Robbers' Chronicles". Gu Wei, who was originally invited, did not accept the role. Instead, his arch-rival Jiang Sanshi arranged for his own artist Li Yifeng to play the male lead.
He was not to be outdone and used various channels to get Yang Yang into the crew to play the second male lead "Zhang Qiling".
When Jia Shikai heard Yang Yang's expression of loyalty, his face was full of smiles.
He patted Yang Yang's shoulder.
"Even if we leave Huanrui, your resources will not deteriorate, you can rest assured about that.
Now "The Left Ear" is a big hit at the box office, and next month "The Lost Tomb" will be released.
This period is your critical period. If you handle it well, promotion will be a natural progression!"
"I'll follow Brother Jia's arrangements."
Yang Yang said very obediently.
Then he frowned slightly, as if he had thought of something, and asked:
"Yesterday, LV officially announced that Gu Wei would be its spokesperson. I've been a close friend of Bulgari for over two years, actively attending every event, and my fans have also boosted sales. When will my title be elevated?"
With my current fame, it shouldn't be a problem for me to become a brand ambassador, right?"
"I will communicate with Bulgari. These luxury brands are very interested in seeking spokespersons in China. As long as you are famous enough, getting good resources will not be a problem."
"When will I be as famous as Gu Wei?"
Yang Yang said with some emotion.
He had contact with Gu Wei when filming "The Left Ear". Although the two did not become good friends, when they met, he would call him "Brother Wei" and Gu Wei would enthusiastically respond.
He sees Gu Wei's current fame and status and is envious of it.
They are all young male stars, it is impossible not to be jealous.
However, Yang Yang does not have much hostility towards Gu Wei now. Although they are both young male actors, there is actually no conflict between them in terms of resources.
Because his current level is too far behind Gu Wei, the resources that Gu Wei has access to are beyond his reach no matter what, and some of the resources he has access to are not even worth looking up to by Gu Wei.
Just like the resources for the male lead in many film projects, even if Gu Wei refused, it would be impossible to find him. The same goes for endorsements. Those who find him are all global endorsements from top luxury brands, and he is still working hard to be a brand ambassador. They are not on the same level at all.
Moreover, the movie "Left Ear" which brought him some fame was also a hit because of Gu Wei's performance. Everyone knows that all the actors in the group, including director Su Youpeng, relied on Gu Wei's fame.
"Take your time, your current momentum is good, don't aim too high.
Gu Wei's level is far from your current level. Your current competitor is Huanrui's Li Yifeng. You two are about the same in fame. Because of the huge sales of "Left Ear", you can still surpass him now.
But he's the male lead in the upcoming drama "Grave Robbers' Chronicles," and you're the second male lead. If it becomes a hit, it will be a bigger blessing for him."
Jia Shikai helped Yang Yang analyze the situation.
"I understand~"
Then he seemed to think of something and asked again.
"I heard that Yang Mi's company [Jiaxing Media] is preparing a movie called [I Am a Witness], and they previously said they wanted Gu Wei to star in it.
But when I was promoting The Left Ear a while ago, when I heard Gu Wei talking about his work schedule for this year, he didn’t mention this movie.”
After hearing what Yang Yang said, Jia Shikai looked at him in surprise.
“I didn’t expect you to be so thoughtful.
The male lead of [I Am a Witness] was pushed out by Gu Wei, and [Jiaxing Media] has found someone else.
In Jia Shikai's impression, Yang Yang has always been an obedient "wooden beauty" whose appearance far outweighs his inner qualities.
I didn't expect that he would have such thoughts.
"Then can I fight for this male lead?"
Yang Yang asked eagerly. Ever since "Left Ear" became a big hit, he had been wanting to make a movie more and more.
"[Jaywalk] has found EXO's Lu Han to star in the film. He has been very popular since returning to China last year and is considered one of the top stars in the Chinese entertainment industry.
Unable to hire Gu Wei, Jiaxing is planning to use his popularity to boost the box office!
Jia Shikai explained.
"What EXO top star? Didn't they apologize and give in online a while ago? Picking up the cake that Gu Wei didn't want. What kind of top star are they?"
Yang Yang said somewhat angrily.
Because of Yang Mi's presence, Jiaxing Media and Huanrui Century are now in a honeymoon period and have many cooperative projects.
He felt that with his current fame and relationship, he had a great chance of getting the leading role in this movie even if Gu Wei didn't want him.
"Lu Han has built up his popularity from his time with EXO, and he proved himself in his first film after returning to Korea, 20 Again.
You are still a little worse than him now.
But don't be discouraged, judging by your current development trend, it's not impossible to catch up with him."
Jia Shikai explained and encouraged.
"Don't worry about filming a movie, I've got you a role in the youth inspirational drama 'Whirlwind Girl'.
I read the script and the character of the male lead is very suitable for you. If the film is well done, you will definitely get a lot of fans.
You have always played supporting roles in dramas, and now you need a leading role to help you become more famous.
Moreover, this TV series is produced by Mango TV, and with the support of Mango TV, it will receive a lot of publicity resources when it is broadcast."
As a professional agent, Jia Shikai arranged Yang Yang's future path clearly and tried his best to help him become a top star.
After hearing this, Yang Yang's slightly frown relaxed.
"I'll listen to you, Brother Jia!"
There is one more chapter, but it will be later.
(End of this chapter)
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