Chapter 362: One for Everyone
After the Lantern Festival, the atmosphere of the New Year has become less and less, students have returned to school one after another, and office workers have also devoted themselves to their work.
The frenzied movie-watching atmosphere during the Spring Festival period has gradually cooled down, and the total daily box office in the domestic film market has also been decreasing little by little.
After three weeks of screening, The Mermaid had grossed over 3.1 billion yuan by the end of February, becoming the first film in China to break 3 billion yuan in box office history.
However, it is obvious that the movie's box office potential has been exhausted. On Monday of the fourth week, the single-day box office was only over 20 million, and after another 7 days, the single-day box office was less than 10 million.
The producer has applied for an extension key for the film, and "The Mermaid" will still be screened in the market for another month, but looking at the trend, the final box office will be around 3.3 billion, and there will not be too many variables.
At the end of the third week, the total box office of [The Richest Man in Xihong City] barely exceeded 2 billion, and it unsurprisingly became the third in the domestic movie box office rankings, and also became one of the only three movies to exceed 2 billion.
To be honest, if it weren't for the incredible hit "The Mermaid" during this Spring Festival, with the quality and box office data of "The Richest Man in Xihong City", it would have been the top movie no matter which period it was released in.
In the fourth week, the movie's single-day box office dropped to just over 10 million. According to Gu Wei's estimation, the final box office will be around 2.2 billion, which is still a little short of the original movie's box office of 2.5 billion.
But this is also normal. After all, it was released two years earlier, and the male lead Chen Teng was not as famous as he is later. If the quality of the movie had not been improved, coupled with strong publicity and promotion and the popularity of the Spring Festival, it is hard to say whether it could break 2 billion.
Gu Wei is very satisfied with the result of "The Richest Man in Xihong City". No matter how high the box office of the original version is, it has nothing to do with him. Now, no matter how much money is made, it will all go into his own pocket.
March 4, Shanghai International Convention Center.
A long red carpet stretched from the distance to the temporary stage built near the entrance.
From both sides of the red carpet to near the stage, various media outlets have set up their cameras and are waiting for the stars to arrive for the ceremony.
Of course, the larger number of people are the fans. Some boys and girls hold up their mobile phones with the lights turned on, ready to take pictures at any time; some hold their idols' support signs with small colored lights flashing on them, all waiting with anticipation.
Tonight, the 2016 China TV Drama Quality Festival, co-organized by Shanghai Culture, Radio, Film and Television Group and Shanghai Satellite TV, will be held here.
This award ceremony is similar in nature to the National Drama Festival that Gu Wei participated in last year. Both are awards for TV dramas held by local satellite TV stations.
However, the [National Drama Festival] has been held by Lizhi TV since 2008, and has a slightly longer history, while the [China TV Drama Quality Festival] was only started by Shanghai Satellite TV this year, and it is the first session.
"Master, I heard that the main creators of Nirvana in Fire will be attending today's awards ceremony?"
In the middle of the red carpet, a young man wearing black-framed glasses and holding a camera asked the middle-aged man with sparse hair next to him.
"Yes, last year, Nirvana in Fire premiered on Shanghai Satellite TV. Now that the TV station is holding this ceremony, Noon Sunshine will definitely come and show their support!"
The middle-aged man looked around.
"There will be many celebrities coming today. After all, this is the first award ceremony. Shanghai Satellite TV will definitely try to make it well-known so that it can be held again in the future.
Be sure to pay attention when taking photos later, capture them clearly, don’t shake your hands, and don’t miss anything.”
The middle-aged man explained.
"I understand, Master. Just watch me."
The young reporter is full of confidence.
After a while, the red carpet ceremony began.
Stars arrived one after another and walked on the red carpet.
The fans' shouts rose one after another, the camera flashes kept flashing, and the atmosphere on the scene became more and more heated.
When Brother Hu and Wallace Huo appeared together, the scene reached a climax, with fans screaming and shouting non-stop.
Both of them have starred in hit TV series in the past year, Hu Ge's "The Disguiser" and Huo Jianhua's "The Journey of Flower". Netizens have paired them up as a CP of "It's Hu, Not Huo", and they are both very popular.
"Why hasn't Gu Wei appeared yet?
Jin Dong and Wang Kai from the same crew are here!"
After walking on the red carpet for a while, most of the stars, big and small, had arrived, but there was still no sign of Gu Wei. The media and fans were a little worried that he might not be able to come.
At this time, a black Bentley stopped at the starting point of the red carpet, the door opened, and Gu Wei, wearing a black striped suit, got out of the car with a charming smile on his face. He reached out and helped Tang Yan out.
Tang Yan was wearing a black halter dress, with long wavy hair draped over her shoulders, red lips and fair skin. She held Gu Wei's arm, and the two walked side by side on the red carpet.
After Gu Wei and the other performer made their final appearance, deafening screams rang out around the red carpet. The fans were extremely excited, shouting Gu Wei's name loudly, and some were waving the cheering signs in their hands, hoping that their idol would look at them.
The reporters also became busy, and the flashes of their cameras were so bright that it was almost impossible to open your eyes.
"Gu Wei, I love you!"
"Brother, you are the most handsome!"
"Gu Wei, Gu Wei, look here~"
"Mei Changsu, Mei Changsu!!"
“.”
Gu Wei and Tang Yan smiled and waved to both sides while walking slowly across the red carpet.
Both of them are veterans and have seen many such scenes, so they were not affected by reporters and fans.
They quickly walked to the temporary stage, took the pens from the staff, wrote their names on the signature board, stood there and posed for the media to take pictures for a few minutes, then turned around and entered the venue.
After entering the door, Tang Yan looked Gu Wei up and down.
"Every time I walk the red carpet with you, I feel a sense of failure~"
"Why is that?"
Gu Wei was a little confused and didn't understand what Tang Yan meant.
"You're so popular, and you have so many passionate fans. I always feel overshadowed when I stand next to you."
As Tang Yan spoke, she covered her mouth and laughed at what she said.
Gu Wei was speechless. He turned his head and whispered in Tang Yan's ear.
"Then let Sister Tangtang 'press' me back tonight, okay?"
“.”
Tang Yan didn't say anything, but gave him a charming look.
Following the guidance of the staff, the two walked to the round table in the first row under the stage.
At this ceremony hosted by Shanghai Satellite TV, the audience seats were not arranged in rows like in a movie theater, but like a banquet. There were round tables under the stage, and the guests sat around each table.
The table of Gu Wei and his friends is naturally the main creative team of Nirvana in Fire.
"Mr. Hou, Director Kong"
I said hello to Hou Hongliang, Kong Sheng, and Li Xue, and then greeted Jin Dong and Wang Kai next to me.
"Gu Wei, you will definitely not return empty-handed today."
Hou Hongliang said with a smile.
Gu Wei also nodded with a smile. He knew that Mr. Hou was talking about the time when they went to participate in the Feitian Awards and only he returned empty-handed.
After sitting down, Jin Dong next to him nudged Gu Wei with his elbow.
"Congratulations on the recent box office success!"
He was wearing a very trendy sequined suit today, which made him look much younger.
"Which one is Mr. Jin Dong talking about?"
Gu Wei looked at him with a smile.
"Why weren't you so cocky when we first met? The more we get to know each other, the more you show off, right?"
Jin Dong was speechless about Gu Wei's Versailles.
"[The Richest Man in Xihong City] I'm the producer. I was the lead actor in last month's [Blade of the Assassin 2]. I really don't know which one you're talking about?"
Gu Wei spread his hands with an innocent look on his face.
"Just go and provoke me, why haven't any directors asked me to act in movies?
Kaikai has been working with Cheng Long for a while now, and I, the big brother, have been left far behind by you two."
Jin Dong complained.
Wang Kai, who was wearing a neat black suit and sitting aside eating melon, was suddenly mentioned by Jin Dong and was caught off guard.
Gu Wei turned to look at Wang Kai with curiosity.
"The movie is called 'Railroad Tigers' and I am just a supporting role. Jackie Chan is the real protagonist in his movies."
Wang Kai said indifferently.
I feel like making a movie with Jackie Chan is no big deal.
Gu Wei touched his chin.
"Is there an actor called Huang Zitao among the co-stars?"
"Yes, he's as young as you, but he talks a lot and isn't very steady."
Wang Kai nodded.
"Brother Kai, there aren't many actors who are as steady as you."
Gu Wei was speechless when he saw Wang Kai, who looked like a little old man.
The three chatted for a while and the ceremony began soon.
Gu Wei has not been in the industry for very long and has not participated in many award ceremonies, but the [Quality Festival] gave him a very similar feeling to the [National Drama Festival] he had participated in before.
From the process to the awards, nothing is so rigorous, and it feels a bit like a fake award.
The biggest problem is the name of the award.
Tang Yan won the [Most Popular Actress of the Year], Wang Kai won the [Most Popular Actor of the Year], and Jin Dong won the [Most Powerful Actor of the Year].
In addition, there are awards such as [Most Influential Actor of the Year], [Most Valuable Actor of the Year], [Most Expressive Actor of the Year], [Most Charming Actor of the Year], etc.
It seems that as long as you find an adjective and put it after the year, you can get as many awards as you want.
Gu Wei also won an award, called the [Annual Quality Performance Award], which was awarded to him individually regardless of gender.
The award ceremony is called the "Quality Festival", so this award is basically the grand prize of the evening.
“I would like to thank Shanghai TV and the Quality Ceremony for presenting me with this award.
I would also like to thank Mr. Hou, Mr. Kong and Director Li Xue for receiving this award. Nirvana in Fire has brought me many honors.
The award I received today is called the [Annual Quality Performance Award].
Just now, Jin Dong also said when receiving the award that this era is the best era for us actors. We can get flowers, applause, honor, and money. While getting these, shouldn’t we create more high-quality works for the audience?
So this is my goal and I will keep working on it!
Thanks! "
After finishing his acceptance speech, Gu Wei bent down and bowed. The audience below burst into warm applause, and the fans in the back of the audience were screaming continuously.
The award that Gu Wei received was the second to last award presented at the evening party. When he stepped down from the stage, everyone at the table where he was sitting had a trophy in their hands and everyone was very happy.
At night, in the luxury residence of COFCO Seaview No. 1 in Shanghai.
After the storm, Gu Wei lay on the big bed in the master bedroom, with the quilt covering his waist and his entire upper body exposed to the air.
The moonlight tonight is beautiful. A bright moon as big as a round disk hangs high in the sky. The bright moonlight shines into the house through the window, and everything is as clear as daytime.
The skin on Gu Wei's upper body glowed with an ivory-like luster under the moonlight.
Since his physique and appearance reached the level of 95, not only his figure and appearance are perfect, but his skin has become extremely delicate, and all the tiny scars, dullness and other blemishes have disappeared.
When he takes off all his clothes, he looks like a god in ancient Greek mythology, a perfect combination of strength and beauty, without any flaws.
It’s just that this perfect figure is usually covered by clothes, and no one has the chance to see it. But just a handsome face is enough to drive fans crazy.
It’s a pity that Gu Wei doesn’t have the habit of smoking, otherwise it would be very appropriate for him to light a cigarette and smoke it while savoring the taste.
Tang Yan lay beside Gu Wei, her whole body soft and without any strength, only one slender little hand was still stroking his upper body.
"Tsk tsk~ How can your skin be so good? Even a woman like me is envious."
Gu Wei exerted a little force, causing his muscles to swell a little.
Changes in other aspects were fine, but the changes in his skin always made him feel a little uncomfortable. He felt that it was very effeminate for a grown man to have such good skin.
"I can't help it, it's my nature. You can turn the focus to my muscles. You always mention my good skin, which makes me feel a little bit feminine~"
“Haha~
I don't think so. You are in the best condition right now. How could you be effeminate?"
Tang Yan felt that she had more say than Gu Wei about his health.
"Has the filming of the Bounty Hunter that Sister Tangtang mentioned been completed?"
Gu Wei asked casually.
"It ended before the New Year, so I'm taking a break. Next month, another movie I'm starring in, 'Dream Partners,' will be released, and I'll have to do some promotions then."
Gu Wei thought about it.
"Is it the one with Yao Chen and Aaron Kwok?"
“Yes, wasn’t there a popular movie called “Chinese Partners” before? This movie was kind of imitated from that movie.
I wonder how the box office will perform?"
Tang Yan felt a little guilty when talking about the box office. She had very few film resources, and none of the movies she had filmed before were big hits.
This movie has three female protagonists, but Yao Chen has the heaviest role, which is similar to Huang Xiaoming's "Chinese Partners". She doesn't know if she can carry the box office.
"Sister Tangtang is a huge hit at the box office!"
A word of encouragement from Gu Wei.
“Slippery!
If you want me to be a big hit at the box office, just ask me to act in a movie. Your movie "Assassin's Blade 2" boosted the box office of Yang Mi's movie.
Lately, I've been seeing a lot of press releases online about her being the '4 billion movie actress'; it must be the work of her team!
Tang Yan patted Gu Wei's abdominal muscles and complained.
"Uh~ The roles in [Blade Master 2] are all chosen by the director,
The main reason is that I don’t have a suitable role for Sister Tangtang.”
Gu Wei had no better reason. He couldn't just say that it was originally Yang Mi's movie.
"Never mind, I was just kidding.
I just can't stand Yang Mi's face, I don't mean to ask you for resources~
By the way, how many days can you stay in Shanghai?"
Tang Yan casually changed the subject.
Ever since she met Gu Wei, she has always played the role of the older sister. She is much older than Gu Wei in terms of age and debut time, but this little brother is developing too rapidly and has unknowingly stood out of her reach.
However, she felt that the way they were getting along now was pretty good, and she didn't want Gu Wei to think that she wanted something from him.
After so many years in the entertainment industry, she still has to maintain her reputation.
"I have to leave tomorrow morning. My crew has a heavy filming schedule, so I only have two days off."
Tang Yan was a little disappointed after hearing this.
"Let's go with Yang Mi's filming of 'Eternal Love'. I saw it on the news. Master Gu has one dragon and five phoenixes!"
“Uh~
Sister Tangtang, do you also read gossip?
These paparazzi are so good at making up stories! "
Gu Wei was a little embarrassed.
Tang Yan sighed and looked up slightly at Gu Wei's handsome face.
"Why explain to me? I have nothing to do with you, a little scoundrel. If I were to get jealous from seeing your scandals, I would have died of jealousy long ago."
As she spoke, she gently stroked Gu Wei's face, her eyes a little dazed.
"I wonder if that lucky and unlucky girl can be your girlfriend in the future?"
"Lucky and unlucky?"
Gu Wei was puzzled.
"I'm lucky to be your girlfriend no matter what, but you're such a jerk, you're bound to break someone's heart."
Tang Yan's logic is very clear.
"Sister Tangtang, how can you claim that no one is innocent?"
Gu Wei cried out in injustice.
"Ahem~ Now that we've rested a bit, I think it's necessary to discuss this with you in depth."
(End of this chapter)
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