Chapter 401 Why Are You So Haggard?
In Xia City, in a coffee shop near the crew of "Take My Brother Away".
Yang Liwen sat in the seat by the window, picked up the coffee on the table and took a sip slowly.
Across from her, Zhou Ye, who looked pure and pretty but childish, was looking down at the contract in her hand.
[Wei Ming Tian Xia Agency] does not have many stars under its management.
Stars like Nazha and Zhang Tianai, who have already become top stars, all have their own separate management teams.
Their current fame means that even if the company no longer invests resources, other film and television business resources in the circle will automatically come to them.
From the perspective of input-output, their rate of return is very high and they have become a cash cow for the agency.
Because Nazha works for a studio, the company makes relatively less money from her, while Zhang Tianai makes a lot of money for the company.
However, Gu Wei has already stated that after "Wolf Warrior 2" is released next year, he will start to set up Zhang Tianai's own studio.
Others like Xiao Yang, Clara, Li Xian, etc. are all famous to a certain extent. Although they are still using the company's resources, they don't have to worry too much.
Peng Yuchang, who was once an unknown, is now filming his first movie as the leading role, and it seems that he will be promoted.
The only one who really belonged to Yang Liwen and required her to put some thought into it was Meng Ziyi.
So when Gu Wei decided to sign Zhou Ye, she was very happy and took the time to fly to Xiamen in person to sign a contract with this 18-year-old girl.
It's not that she is anxious. Yang Liwen is a decisive person. She will complete things as soon as possible and will not think of procrastination.
After looking for a while, Zhou Ye raised his head.
"Mr. Yang, I really want to join your company, but the signing time is a bit too long."
Yang Liwen smiled.
“Because you are still young and will only be a freshman in the second half of this year.
After you sign the contract, the company's plan for you is to focus on school studies in your freshman and sophomore years to lay a solid foundation for your acting skills.
There won’t be many roles available to you in the first two years.
Only then will you be fed with film and television resources little by little, from supporting roles to leading roles.
In the first few years after you sign the contract, the company will basically be in a training state for you, which requires a lot of investment, so the contract will be longer.
And as your reputation grows, the contract will change, and you won't have to worry about the company exploiting you in the future.
You should know Zhang Tianai and Guli Nazha, they are both female stars promoted by President Gu. You don’t have to doubt the strength of the company.
Besides, you must have been approached by other smaller agencies before. Compared to others, I believe you can see that this rookie contract is already quite generous."
Listening to Yang Liwen's words, Zhou Ye nodded unconsciously.
She was willing to sign the contract in her heart, but after hesitating for a moment, she still asked tentatively.
"Can I take the contract back and let my family take a look? After all, this is a very big deal for me!"
Yang Liwen smiled.
"Of course, but I don't have much time. If you take too long to think about it, you might have to finish filming and return to the Beijing company to find me."
"It won't be long. I'll be able to give you an answer tomorrow."
Zhou Ye said with joy.
The next day, Zhou Ye, accompanied by her mother, signed her first artist management contract with Yang Liwen.
"Congratulations on becoming a new signed artist under [Wei Ming Tian Xia]!"
After signing the contract and shaking hands with Zhou Ye, Yang Liwen said with a smile.
"Thanks!
Mr. Yang, will I be able to see Gu Wei when I return to the capital?"
Zhou Ye asked anxiously.
Yang Liwen smiled.
"Of course, if Mr. Gu is not filming, he will be in the company most of the time, and you will have many opportunities to see him in the future.
And who knows, there might be a chance for you to film a movie together~"
"Really, that's great!"
When Zhou Ye heard this, he became excited.
"There are many artists in our company who graduated from the Beijing Film Academy. Mr. Gu and Nazha are both seniors from your previous classes. There is also a female artist named Meng Ziyi who is a junior this year. You can get to know her when you go to school.
I will also ask her to take care of you in school later."
Beijing International Airport on Sunday.
Gu Wei took Nazha to meet Liu Yifei who arrived later.
"Sister Yifei"
Nazha greeted Liu Yifei who was walking back from afar.
When she got closer, she went forward and gently hugged Liu Yifei.
After filming "Detective Chinatown 2", the two became friends.
"Sister Yifei, you are beautiful again~"
"No, Nazha, you are beautiful."
The two beautiful women, each with their own unique looks, started to compliment each other. This scene was particularly pleasing to the eyes of Gu Wei who was standing next to them.
"Alright, two beautiful ladies, we should go through security. You can still praise me once we're on the plane."
Gu Wei pushed up his sunglasses and interrupted.
"Come on, Sister Yifei, let's go together."
After hearing what Gu Wei said, Nazha took Liu Yifei's hand and walked inside. Liu Yifei smiled and glanced at Gu Wei beside her, then followed Nazha forward.
The three of them, along with their respective staff, a total of more than ten people, all passed security checks in a short while.
When the airport car took them to the plane they were going to board, Liu Yifei looked at the Gulfstream G550, which was a little smaller than other passenger planes, with some surprise.
"Gu Wei, is this your private plane?"
"Yeah, how about it, looks good, right?"
Gu Wei said with some pride.
"Great, great!"
It's not that Liu Yifei hasn't seen a private jet before, but she knows in her heart what level of financial resources are needed to be able to afford to buy and use a private jet.
After everyone boarded the plane, Gu Wei sat on the sofa on the side to rest, while Nazha pulled Liu Yifei to chat.
After about two and a half hours, the plane landed smoothly in Changsha.
After leaving the airport, the three of them settled down in the hotel first.
In the afternoon, Wang Baoqiang, Xiao Yang and Wang Xun arrived one after another, and everyone went to Mango TV together to prepare for the recording of "Happy Camp".
The backstage of Mango TV.
As usual, Teacher He brought a few members of the Happy Family and met with Gu Wei and others before the recording of the show.
We hadn't seen each other for a long time, and when we sat together and chatted, Teacher He was full of emotion.
"I remember that the last time you came to Happy Camp, Gu Wei, you were promoting 'Shan Shan is Coming' with Li Ying."
"Yes, it was in the second half of 2014~"
Gu Wei thought for a moment and said.
"It's been almost two years, and things have progressed so fast between you and Liying!
Liying is making great strides in the field of TV dramas, and you are developing in all aspects of film and television. You are both very impressive!
"Teacher He, you are too polite."
This is not the first time for the members of the [Detective Chinatown 2] team to appear on [Happy Camp], and everyone is familiar with the program's procedures.
Today's episode of "Happy Camp" is a special feature on "Detective Chinatown", and the entire variety show is to promote the movie.
It still started with an awkward dance, and then all the members of the "Detective Chinatown 2" team appeared like a fashion show. Everyone was wearing a green detective windbreaker and big black sunglasses.
Gu Wei and Wang Baoqiang, Liu Yifei and Nazha, Xiao Yang and Wang Xun, everyone appeared in pairs.
As soon as the few talents appeared, deafening cheers came from the audience.
Various shouts of "Gu Wei", "Liu Yifei" and "Naza" were heard one after another.
After the music ended, several hosts from Happy Family returned to the center of the stage, and Teacher He began to introduce the guests present today.
When mentioning Gu Wei and others, the screams of fans in the audience were inevitable.
None of the people on the stage were surprised.
[Detective Chinatown 2] The team has a total of 6 people. Gu Wei is needless to say. If you ask who has the most fans in the domestic entertainment industry, he would be second and no one dares to claim to be the first.
Liu Yifei has been famous for many years, and the title of Fairy Sister is not exaggerated. She has many male fans, but also many female fans.
Nazha became famous after the broadcast of "Love O2O" last year. Now she is considered one of the top female stars. Her "Bei Weiwei" is the most beautiful school beauty in the hearts of countless boys, and she has quite a few fans.
With the three of them on the same stage, the atmosphere at the entire recording site was very lively from the beginning.
After the introduction, the game session began soon.
Gu Wei hasn't been on "Happy Camp" for two years, and the games of this variety show have been constantly updated.
He took a quick look at the script before recording and didn't find it difficult at all, so he handled it very easily.
During this period, I will have enough energy to take care of the clumsy Nazha.
Time quickly turned to evening, and nearly five hours had passed before the recording of this episode of "Happy Camp" was completed.
After politely declining Teacher He's invitation to dinner, Gu Wei and his companions got in the nanny car and drove to the hotel.
Changsha at night is like Beijing, with neon lights flashing between high-rise buildings and all kinds of vehicles flowing on the road.
In the nanny car, several people who had just recorded the show looked tired. Nazha, who was sitting opposite Gu Wei, even closed her eyes.
Wang Baoqiang sat by the window, looking at the pedestrians and vehicles outside the car, his face dull and no one knew what he was thinking.
Soon, the car arrived at the hotel.
"Everyone, go to bed early today. We'll be on a nationwide roadshow starting tomorrow, and it will be even more tiring then."
"Okay~"
"Got it, boss."
“.”
After agreeing, everyone went back to their rooms to rest.
"Bao Qiang~"
After everyone else left, Gu Wei called out to Wang Baoqiang.
"Director, do you have something to talk to me about?"
Wang Baoqiang looked confused.
Gu Wei pointed to the seat by the window in the hotel lobby and motioned for them to talk there.
The two men sat down opposite each other, and Gu Wei looked at Wang Baoqiang.
"Are you ill or not feeling well?"
"ah?
No~"
"I wanted to ask you this afternoon when you arrived. You looked haggard and in a bad mood.
Since you are healthy, have you encountered any difficulties?"
Gu Wei guessed that it might be something about his wife. Otherwise, with Wang Baoqiang's always optimistic character, even if the movie flopped and was criticized by the audience, or even if he was selected for the Golden Broom Award, he would be able to calmly accept the award and sincerely apologize to the audience.
Apart from the "Ma Jinlian" incident in his previous life that shocked the entire Internet, Gu Wei couldn't think of anything else that could make Wang Baoqiang so worried.
After hearing Gu Wei's question, Wang Baoqiang frowned and forced a smile on his face.
"It's really nothing, Director, thank you for your concern!"
Seeing that he was still stubborn, Gu Wei didn't dare to ask him any more questions.
He still has confidence in Wang Baoqiang's professional ethics. Although Baoqiang was not in good condition when he was alone today, after putting on makeup to record the show, he became no different from usual. He is definitely an excellent actor.
"Baoqiang, it's been over four years since we met on the set of the first film Detective Chinatown. I've always considered you a very good friend.
I know some things may be private and no one would like others to know.
But if you really have any difficulties, please tell me, and I will do my best to help you."
Gu Wei said earnestly.
Wang Baoqiang was also very moved after hearing this. He pulled the corners of his mouth and wanted to say something, but in the end he couldn't open his mouth.
"Director, I understand. Thank you. I will definitely ask you if I have any difficulties.
To be honest, I have indeed encountered a hurdle now and I am trying to find a way to solve it, so my condition has not been very good during this period.
But don't worry, it will definitely not affect the promotion of our movie."
Gu Wei nodded, and the two chatted for a few more words before saying goodbye and going back to their room to rest.
(End of this chapter)
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