Chapter 831 Luck is the most important
Hengdian Film and Television City.
Yang Chaoyue, who got up early and arrived at the crew, pushed open the door of the dressing room with a smile on his face.
"Hey, Chaoyue seems to be in a good mood today. Did you win the lottery?"
Zeng Shunxi, who was already sitting in the room, greeted Yang Chaoyue when he saw him walk in.
"Hehe~ It's not the lottery, but it's almost there!"
Yang Chaoyue strode over and sat down, looking left and right in the mirror in front of him, and touching his hair from time to time.
Anyone could see that she was in an extremely beautiful mood at this moment.
They are in the crew of "Who is the Hero".
This drama is a martial arts TV series produced by Tencent Video and co-produced by Weiming Tianxia. It is adapted from the novel of the same name by Wen Ruian.
The director is Li Muge from [Wei Ming Tian Xia], and most of the creative team are the same staff who filmed [Sito].
So the male and female protagonists were naturally decided to be artists from Wei Ming Tian Xia, two new top stars, Zeng Shunxi and Yang Chaoyue.
[Who is the hero?] The filming started after the Spring Festival and has been going on for more than three months. Now it is in the final stage.
Zeng Shunxi and Yang Chaoyue are from the same company, and having filmed a TV series together for such a long time, they have become good friends.
"You're not so happy just because you won the lottery. If you have any good news, tell me about it.
Are they in love?" Zeng Shunxi asked curiously.
When Yang Chaoyue heard his words, his face changed. He looked around and reached out to pat him.
"Don't talk nonsense, what's the point of dating? I'm focusing on my career!
I warn you, Zeng Shunxi, don’t talk nonsense in front of others, or I will turn against you and we won’t even be friends anymore.”
Seeing her big reaction, Zeng Shunxi realized that he had spoken out of turn, so he quickly apologized.
"My fault, my fault
But, Chao Yue, I am very curious.
You are so young and so popular, don’t you want to fall in love at all?
You shouldn't be short of people chasing you, right?"
Yang Chaoyue picked up the script beside him and flipped through it casually.
"What's so good about falling in love? Career is the most important thing.
You know how much effort I put into achieving my current fame. A woman's best years are only a few years away. With such a good opportunity now, of course I should focus on working and making money. How could I possibly waste time on a relationship?"
"Tsk tsk, I don't understand why you have such thoughts at such a young age. You don't act like a 20-year-old girl at all." Zeng Shunxi shook his head.
"Nonsense, I come from a poor family in the countryside, so I have to rely on myself to make a name for myself. You, a rich second-generation, certainly can't understand my thinking."
Yang Chaoyue said disdainfully.
Making friends is one thing, and after working together for a period of time, she felt that Zeng Shunxi was indeed a good person, but the two of them had very different backgrounds and growing environments, and their perceptions of many things were different.
"Hey~ Although my family is better off, it's been difficult along the way, okay?
When I first entered the industry, I signed with Shang Wenjie's studio, but I was exploited in many ways.
Not only did I not get any good opportunities, but I also didn’t make any money after filming for two years and ended up owing the company money.”
Yang Chaoyue had also heard about some of the conflicts between Zeng Shunxi and his former agency. She was curious: "If you're not making money, why do you still stay at that company?"
“When I first entered the industry, I knew nothing. Since I was an amateur, the contract I signed was extremely excessive.
Later, I also proposed to modify the contract, but the company ignored me and said that if I made a fuss, I would be blacklisted. My family has no connections in the entertainment industry, so this is the only way for now.
Fortunately, I was later spotted by Wei Ming Tian Xia, who transferred my agency contract to them and also gave me the resources for The Untamed. Otherwise, if I had stayed at Black Gold, I would probably still be an 18th-tier celebrity."
Yang Chaoyue nodded. She had realized along the way that if she wanted to make it in the entertainment industry, background was the most important thing.
It doesn’t matter who you are, what matters is who is behind you.
"You're so lucky. I heard that when the company was preparing for The Untamed, they already knew it would be a hit, and they were really keen on supporting it.
Two of the main roles were assigned to Xiao Zhan, a subsidiary of a certain company, and I didn’t expect you would be chosen to play the other one.”
Zeng Shunxi shrugged and said, "I didn't expect it either. When I first went to the audition, I didn't think I would be chosen. It was pure luck."
Yang Chaoyue nodded with deep feeling: "Sometimes luck is really too important!"
It was the same when she participated in "Produce 101". She was obviously not good at singing or dancing, but she was still very popular.
"By the way, I haven't told you what good news you have. Why are you so happy today?" Zeng Shunxi brought it up again.
Yang Chaoyue thought for a moment and said, "The company has arranged a new movie for me, a super heavyweight project."
The two of them work in the same company, so they share a lot of information. Moreover, because of their different genders, there is no competition between them, so there is no need to hide anything.
"What a coincidence? I just got a big project, and it's a top-tier male lead."
Yang Chaoyue glanced at him and said: "We are definitely not in the same play. This is a movie produced by the company, and the male lead is the boss."
Zeng Shunxi thought about it, then suddenly opened his eyes wide and pointed at Yang Chaoyue: "Are you going to star in that Hollywood blockbuster?"
Although the events of "John Wick 4" were not reported by the outside world, they were no secret within "The World of Wei Ming".
The agents and artists in the company all know something about it.
Zeng Shunxi's agent had learned about it in detail, wanting to see if there was any suitable opportunity for his own artist to secure a role in this once-in-a-lifetime blockbuster, and also talked to him about this project.
Yang Chaoyue nodded somewhat reservedly, pinching his thumb and index finger together: "It's a small role, not much screen time."
Although she said so, the corners of her mouth were curled up crazily, harder to suppress than AK.
"I'm having a headache right now. My agent told me to study English quickly and has already found a teacher.
When filming, at least you have to speak your lines fluently.
This is too difficult for a poor student like me!"
Zeng Shunxi's mouth twitched slightly when he heard Yang Chaoyue's Versailles words.
"Boss Gu is really good to you. Our company has so many female celebrities, and this opportunity actually fell on you."
"What's wrong with me? My agent said it's because my age and image are suitable."
Yang Chaoyue clarified.
However, she herself knew that since she was suitable, Zhou Ye, Tian Xiwei, and Meng Ziyi, who were of similar age in the company, should also be able to do the job. It was up to the boss Gu Wei to decide who to use and who not.
Not wanting to talk about this anymore, Yang Chaoyue changed the subject: "Don't just talk about me. What was that big project you just mentioned?"
"It's a new main theme movie produced by Bona Film Group, with a second male lead role."
"Bona's films are indeed the best resources in the industry.
The movie "Changjin Lake" that the boss has been shooting in the first half of the year is a collaboration with Bona.
Didn’t you just say the male lead? How come he became the second lead now? "
Zeng Shunxi explained: "The film is almost like a two-male lead, one of whom has already been confirmed to be Liang Chaowei."
“Oh, no wonder.
Congratulations to you, Bona’s big production is a collaboration with Liang Chaowei, which is a super good film resource!
If I act well, won't I be able to become a movie star?"
Zeng Shunxi waved his hand.
"It is indeed a rare opportunity, but unfortunately the company arranged for me and Xiao Zhan to audition together. At that time, they will have to choose one of us."
"I see. I hope you'll be chosen."
As the two were chatting, the door of the dressing room opened and Liu Yuning, another main actor of "Who is the Hero", walked in.
This person started out as an internet celebrity, but has now officially switched careers to become an entertainer in the entertainment industry.
His agency has some connection with Tencent, and he was sent in by the platform.
"You two came so early today~"
After Liu Yuning came in, he greeted Yang Chaoyue and Zeng Shunxi.
After saying hello to him, the two of them tacitly stopped the previous topic.
Although everyone had a good relationship because of the filming, Liu Yuning was not a member of the company after all, so it was not convenient for him to know what the two had just talked about.
"Chao Yue, the TV series [Joy of Life 2] in which you starred has officially announced a release date!" Liu Yuning said to Yang Chao Yue after sitting down.
"Really? I didn't notice."
"The poster that just appeared on the homepage of Tengxun Video App.
I really love [Joy of Life], it would be great if your company could ask me to sing the OST for this drama, I can do it for free!
Yang Chaoyue smiled and said, "You should have told me earlier. As far as I know, the opening theme song for the second part was done by Li Jian, and the ending theme song was done by Zhou Shen. It cost a lot of money.
If you can do it for free, maybe the company will really let you sing."
Zeng Shunxi asked curiously, "You said before that you were a fan of our boss. Is that true?"
“Of course it’s true, I’ve said it more than once during live broadcasts.
Of course, as a fan, I am not really a fan of stars, I just like Gu Wei’s movies and songs.
When I first started live streaming on TikTok, I became famous by singing his song "The Lone Brave Man".
I almost signed with [Wuyou Media] at the beginning.
If I had signed, I would be your colleague now."
Zeng Shunxi had little experience with live streaming, so Yang Chaoyue explained, "Wuyou Media is currently the largest MCN company in China. They sign contracts with internet celebrities, and it's also owned by the boss."
Liu Yuning continued, "Chao Yue, if there's a chance, could you introduce me to your boss and fulfill a little wish of mine as a fan?"
Liu Yuning’s ability to successfully transition from an internet celebrity to a star is definitely due to his strong point in social skills.
He may really be a fan of Gu Wei, but wanting to get to know him is definitely not as simple as being a fan.
Yang Chaoyue didn't think too much about it. Given her boss's fame and status, it was not surprising that he had a fan like Liu Yuning.
"No problem, I'll mention you to the boss next time I see him.
But he is usually very busy, so it is not certain when you can meet him."
On June 12, the 27th Magnolia Awards Ceremony was held at Shanghai Culture Square.
The biggest winner of this year's Magnolia Awards is undoubtedly [Noon Sunshine].
Its production "Mountains and Seas" won four major awards including "Best TV Series", "Best Supporting Actor", "Best Supporting Actress" and "Best Photography".
Following closely behind was the popular "Awakening Age" in the first half of the year, which won three major awards: "Best Director", "Best Screenwriter" and "Best Actor".
Yu Hewei, who was considered by Gu Wei to have excellent acting skills, won this year's Magnolia Award for Best Actor.
This is the second time Yu Hewei has won the Magnolia Award. In 2018, he won the Magnolia Best Supporting Actor for "The Advisors Alliance".
Compared to He Wei's well-deserved award, the Best Actress winner Tong Yao was very controversial.
Competing with her for the Best Actress award are Ni Ni from "Our Golden Years", Reyiza from "Mountains and Seas", Tan Songyun from "In the Name of Family" and Yan Ni from "The Stage".
Before the Magnolia Awards ceremony, everyone thought that Reyiza and Yan Ni would be the favorites for this year's Best Actress.
Because the performances of these two were very different from those of the other three.
Unexpectedly, the person who won the award in the end was Tong Yao.
Although "Nothing But Thirty" is indeed very popular, Tong Yao's acting skills are obviously not convincing enough.
After the Magnolia Awards ceremony, the topic #Reyiza didn’t win the Best Actress# became a top trending search.
Many netizens felt sorry for Reyiza, and some even lamented that Reyiza’s failure to be selected was actually due to the “power of capital.”
[I always thought Reyiza was a sure thing this time, but she stood out so unexpectedly. It's true that having a good husband is not as good as having strong abilities.]
[How many people are upset about Reyiza, she lost because she had too few roles! ]
Tong Yao's character is particularly likable, but in terms of delicate acting, it's still Reyiza. "Mountains and Seas" has no problem beating them both.
I thought the Magnolia Awards were fair and equitable, but this can only be attributed to the power of capital!
Xiamen City, [Beginning] crew.
"Director Sun, congratulations to "Mountains and Seas" for winning the Magnolia Award for Best TV Series!"
After the Magnolia Awards, "Noon Sunshine" became the biggest winner, and "Mountains and Seas" reaped great rewards. The director of "The Beginning", Sun Molong, was one of the two directors of "Mountains and Seas", the other being Kong Sheng.
Just because of the filming of "The Beginning", he did not attend the Magnolia Awards Ceremony.
“Haha, thank you!
I also didn’t expect that “Mountains and Seas” would have such a great success at the Magnolia Awards!”
Sun Molong was obviously very happy with a smile on his face. Although he was unable to attend the Magnolia Awards Ceremony, the honor was real.
"Director Sun won such a big award, so he should treat everyone to a nice meal, right?" Gu Wei asked with a smile.
"No problem. Mr. Hou happened to be here today. Let's have a small gathering after the drama group finishes tonight and have some fun together."
"Director Sun is so generous!"
Gu Wei praised them, and the assistant director and executive director who heard their conversation also applauded.
After chatting with Director Sun for a few words, Gu Wei walked aside.
"How about it? I think Director Sun will definitely treat us."
Zhao Jinmai pouted and shook her head: "Brother, you are cheating!
We are talking about the director who took the initiative to ask for a treat, and you are just forcing him to do so. Director Sun has to treat him even if he doesn't want to."
It turned out that as soon as they entered the crew today, Gu Wei and Zhao Jinmai talked about yesterday's Magnolia Awards Ceremony, and the two of them made a bet on whether the award-winner Sun Molong would treat them to a meal.
As a result, when Gu Wei took the initiative to approach Sun Molong to test his words, Zhao Jinmai naturally felt dissatisfied.
"Okay, we're even then."
(End of this chapter)
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