Chapter 180 Award
To say that this year's Popular Hundred Flowers Awards Ceremony was a bit disappointing was true.
Not to mention other stars in the entertainment industry, only 12 of the 34 stars nominated for awards came, which is just over one-third.
It is unknown how many of them are like Gu Wei, who came to attend the event after receiving a hint from the organizer.
As an award in the entertainment industry, the more stars that participate, the more attention it will receive from the public. This also indirectly proves that the award is popular and valued by everyone.
Like this year's Hundred Flowers Awards, none of the nominees showed up, which also shows that many people don't take it seriously.
Gu Wei looked at the list of nominees for this year's Hundred Flowers Awards. Some of the nominees included Jackie Chan, Aaron Kwok, Xu Zheng, Wang Baoqiang, Louis Koo, etc. Some were nominated for Best Actor, some were nominated for Best Picture, and some, like Xu Zheng, were nominated for both Best Director and Best Actor, but none of them showed up.
The awards ceremony was somewhat lackluster.
Fortunately, Huang Xiaoming and Zhao Wei both attended and frequently appeared on stage together, which brought back a lot of popularity to the film festival.
After all, the two are classmates and good friends, and it is known to everyone that Brother Xiaoming likes Xiaoyanzi.
Huang Xiaoming himself has never been shy about it. Whenever he was asked about this issue in an interview, he admitted it openly. However, Zhao Wei rejected him back then, and the two of them could not be a couple and have always been best friends.
The two of them attending the event together naturally attracted a lot of attention from the media.
In addition, Deng Chao and Gu Wei were also present. Both of them are actors who have achieved success in movies this year. They both directed and acted in their own films and are very popular with the audience.
Gu Wei is more popular among young people, while Deng Chao has been popular for many years and has a higher national popularity.
The two people's appearance on the same stage also attracted a lot of media attention.
After the nominee recognition ceremony, there will be a media interview session.
When asked if he was confident of winning the award, Gu Wei responded modestly.
"I'm just a new actor, and I came here with a learning attitude. I'm very happy to be nominated. Whether I win or not depends entirely on luck. After all, the nominees are all very talented seniors."
After briefly dealing with a few reporters, he pulled Lu Yang back.
At this moment, the media on the scene suddenly became excited.
A reporter who was interviewing Huang Xiaoming suddenly asked:
"You have been successfully developing your film career step by step, and we can all see it.
So when in your life are you going to let us witness your happiness?"
As soon as these words were spoken, everyone excitedly waited for Huang Xiaoming's response.
After all, he and his girlfriend Angelababy have officially announced their relationship a long time ago, and when they will get married has always been a topic of great concern to the media.
Huang Xiaoming looked at his old classmate next to him, and Zhao Wei was also looking at him with a smile on her face.
"Let time take care of this problem. Don't worry, I will definitely be happy."
Huang Xiaoming didn't give a direct answer and just laughed it off. The reporter tactfully didn't ask any further questions.
Having just had dinner with the two of them a few days ago, Gu Wei, who was watching the show on the sidelines, sighed in his heart.
'Baby still needs to work harder. Now it seems that the filter of this goddess in her school days is too thick.
I wonder how Baby would feel when she sees this interview and finds out that her idol is someone else's bootlicker.
Gu Wei complained in his heart, and soon the interview was over.
The organizer arranged for everyone to rest in the lounge on the second floor.
Gu Wei and Lu Yang had nothing to do and were discussing some things about the preparations for "The Blade of the Assassin 2".
Lu Yang also wanted to hear Gu Wei's opinions on all aspects, including plot design and actor selection.
After all, Gu Wei has been a director, and as the leading actor of the first film, he knows the movie best besides Lu Yang.
Gu Wei didn't have much idea of interfering with the film. He was a lazy man. "The Blade of the Assassin" was also Lu Yang's movie. He just talked to Lu Yang about some good actors in the original time and space.
For example, because of Zhang Yi and the Lei family, Lu Yang has to make the final decision on who to use and who not to use.
Gu Wei and Lu Yang were chatting enthusiastically here, and Deng Chao came over to greet him.
"Gu Wei~"
"Brother Chao, let me introduce you. This is my senior, Director Lu Yang."
Deng Chao smiled.
"Director Lu Yang, I've heard so much about you. I've seen all your movies, they're so good. I've always wanted to meet you but never had the chance."
"Thank you for the compliment, thank you for the compliment~"
Deng Chao was very enthusiastic towards Lu Yang. After Gu Wei finished introducing him, he found a seat next to him and sat down, joining in the conversation between Gu Wei and the others.
It can be seen that Deng Chao is now very passionate about his work as a director.
It was a great honor to meet a professional director like Lu Yang who had a professional background and achievements. After chatting with him for a few minutes, he began to ask him some questions about filming.
Deng Chao is ambitious in being a director, especially his first directorial work "The Breakup Master" was a huge hit at the box office, which further strengthened his confidence.
Lu Yang patiently answered his questions. He still had a good impression of Deng Chao, of course, as an actor.
As for his work as a director, it is difficult to comment on it. All we can say is that Deng Chao has an upward spirit, which is a good thing after all, and we can get his encouragement.
"Brother Chao, are you going to start filming your second movie?"
"Not yet, I just have an idea. The script isn't out yet and I've been pretty busy lately."
"Is it still a comedy?"
"Comedy, definitely still comedy"
Deng Chao, whose funny nature is gradually being exposed, has tasted the sweetness of comedy. He is having fun and can make money. Why not do such a good thing?
On the evening of the 29th, the Hundred Flowers Awards ceremony was held at the Convention and Exhibition Center in Lanzhou.
The hosts are Zhu Jun and Jing Wei, and the ceremony will be broadcast live on the movie channel.
After Gu Wei and many other stars arrived on time, the award ceremony officially began.
After the host opens the show, there are usually some performances.
Deng Chao, dressed in leopard print, performed a dance titled "Like Lanzhou Shared Movie".
Brother Chao’s dancing has become more and more sexy and enchanting in recent years.
Huang Xiaoming was also not idle. He performed a song "Passionate Desert" on the spot, fully demonstrating his strength as a non-professional singer.
The first award presented was the Best Supporting Actress, and the winner was Deng Jiajia from the movie "Eyewitness".
Gu Wei's only impression of her was that of his aunt in "Love Apartment".
The so-called "Down syndrome acting method" is not a joke, the actor is really a talented actor.
After the Best Supporting Actress award came the Best Newcomer Award, which was one of the two major awards Gu Wei was nominated for. The remaining one was a nomination for Best Actor.
He was nominated for the Best Newcomer Award for his role as Chen Lian in "The Blade of the Assassin", and for the Best Actor Award for his role as Qin Feng in "Detective Chinatown".
Not surprisingly, Gu Wei became the winner of the Best Newcomer Award at the 32nd Popular Film Hundred Flowers Awards.
Gu Wei stood up with a smile on his face, straightened his clothes, and strode onto the stage.
The other four winners of the Best Newcomer Award are Ding Zishuo [Eyewitness], Ma Yuke [Drug War], Zhang Lanxin [Chinese Zodiac], and Peng Yuyan [Cold War].
Just by looking at the name, you can tell that this award belongs to Gu Wei.
The only one who has some competitiveness, Eddie Peng, was unable to attend today.
Of course, Gu Wei was also a little confused as to why Peng Yuyan, who had been filming for so many years, was nominated for Best Newcomer.
Received the trophy from the award presenter Tan Yaowen.
“Thank you to all the public judges, thank you for giving me this award.
I have been in the industry for more than two years, and "The Sword Identity" is the first movie I have made.
I would like to thank Director Lu Yang for his help in turning me from an inexperienced acting student into a qualified actor.
Finally, I would like to thank everyone who likes me. I will continue to work hard to bring you better works.
Thanks! "
As soon as he finished speaking, thunderous applause broke out from the audience.
After bowing to everyone, Gu Wei returned to his seat in the audience with the trophy.
"Congratulations! You've won both the Golden Horse and Hundred Flowers Best Newcomer awards. The only thing missing is the Golden Rooster. Gu Wei, you're going to be the biggest newcomer in the mainland film industry."
Lu Yang looked at Gu Wei's trophy and congratulated him.
Few Hong Kong investors or filmmakers participated in Gu Wei's films, and he did not meet the nomination criteria for the Hong Kong Film Awards. The biggest awards that the Chinese-speaking world can get are the Golden Rooster and Golden Horse Awards.
Gu Wei smiled and spoke modestly to Lu Yang. He had only made two films since entering the industry, both of which were commercial films. Winning two Best Newcomer awards was already his limit.
As for the other nominee for Best Actor, he had not expressed any hope.
The next award was Best Screenwriter, which was also the only award Lu Yang was nominated for. When the award was about to be announced, Gu Wei, who was sitting next to him, could feel his nervousness.
In the more than one year since the release of "The Sword Identity", it has been nominated for many awards, but it has not won a single one. Gu Wei also understands Lu Yang's feelings.
"The winner of the Best Screenplay Award is Lu Yang for [The Swordsman]."
As soon as the person announcing the prize on the stage finished speaking, Lu Yang stood up excitedly, and Gu Wei also stood up happily and hugged Lu Yang.
Hard work pays off, and Lu Yang finally achieved the honor he desired.
The subsequent awards did not surprise Gu Wei at all.
Zhao Wei's directorial debut, "So Young," won her the Best Director Award at the 29th China Golden Rooster Awards in 2013 and the Best Director Award at this year's Hundred Flowers Awards.
This year's Best Actor Huang Xiaoming won the award for the fourth time, following the Golden Rooster Award, Huabiao Award, and Golden Deer Award, for his role in "Partners in China."
Film queen Zhang Ziyi won the Best Actress title for the eleventh time for her role in "The Grandmaster", setting a record for the most awards in the Chinese film industry.
As for other awards, they also have their own winners. It can be said that all the big-name stars who attended the Hundred Flowers Awards ceremony have won a prize.
The organizers obviously did a good job of dividing the pie.
The next day, Gu Wei and Lu Yang flew back to the capital with a trophy each.
When they got off the plane and parted ways, Lu Yang reminded Gu Wei to tell Yang Mi to come for the audition.
He also knew that Gu Wei had a closer relationship with Yang Mi, and was willing to do this favor for Gu Wei.
(End of this chapter)
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