【Storm Chasers】B crew.
Wang Churan finished filming a scene with his brother "Shen Tunan" in the play and came out of the venue to take a break.
Compared with "Niu Chunmiao", the heroine "Chen Jinzhen" she played is actually easier to play.
This character is a typical heroine in a cool novel.
He comes from a prominent family. His brother Shen Tunan is a financial genius who returned from studying abroad. He is the actual controller of the central bank and a favorite of Mr. Song, a royal relative. He was once highly regarded by Chairman Chiang.
In terms of appearance, she is considered to be the top beauty in Shanghai, with natural beauty and fashionable style.
In terms of academic qualifications, he was a German student and was considered a top talent in the country at that time.
Most importantly, she has none of the temper or airs of a young lady. She is cheerful, lively and approachable. She not only has a kind heart, but also has the ambition to serve her country.
It is relatively easy to play this kind of perfect character as long as you have a thorough understanding of it and the actor's appearance and temperament are suitable.
Wang Churan was well prepared before joining the crew, and she would occasionally discuss with Gu Wei how to act in the role at night. This gave her a more thorough understanding of the role and made her feel at ease during filming.
"Xiaotian, have you finished filming the scenes for Group A?" Wang Churan greeted Tian Xiwei, who was dressed in rustic clothes, and asked curiously when he arrived at the rest area.
"Part of it, the staff are setting up the venue, take a break for a while." Tian Xiwei was reading the script seriously, and when he heard the voice, he looked up at her and said lightly.
"Where's Brother Wei? Why isn't he here?"
"Someone came to visit Brother Wei on set, he went to meet a friend."
Wang Churan nodded and didn't ask any more questions. Instead, Tian Xiwei seemed to have thought of something, put down the script in her hand, and smiled.
"I heard that Liu Yifei came to visit Brother Wei on set. When I was a kid, I really liked her role as Little Dragon Girl in The Return of the Condor Heroes. If I didn't have another movie to shoot soon, I would have wanted to go over and meet her.
Chu Ran, why don't you go over and take a look?"
"Well, why should I go? Liu Yifei is so famous, and I don't even know her. It would be awkward if we met and there's nothing to talk about."
Wang Churan's current nickname is "Little Liu Yifei". It would be so embarrassing for her to meet the real Liu Yifei.
What she is thinking now is that she will report this to the company when she has time and ask them not to issue any more press releases about "Little Liu Yifei".
She is so popular now and has such good resources. Once "The Wind Chaser" is launched, her popularity will definitely rise. There is no need for her to piggyback on other people's traffic.
Tian Xiwei's mouth curled up. She was not surprised at Wang Churan's reaction at all. She didn't say anything else and lowered her head to continue reading the script.
On the other side, Gu Wei chatted with Liu Yifei and Lin Yun who came to visit the set for a while, and then returned to the crew. He still had two scenes to shoot in the morning.
"Chu Ran, Xiaotian~"
"Brother Wei, has Sister Yifei left?" Tian Xiwei asked when he saw Gu Wei come back and put down the script.
"No, we have an appointment to have lunch together at noon. Do you two want to join us?"
Xiaotian readily agreed, while Wang Churan, who was standing beside him, looked hesitant. He rolled his eyes and frowned as he said, "I feel a little uncomfortable today. I want to take a nap in the RV at noon."
Gu Wei was a little surprised: "Where do you feel uncomfortable? Do you need to see a doctor?"
Wang Churan quickly waved his hands: "No, no, I might have gotten a bit of heatstroke from filming an outdoor scene. Just drink more water and take a nap at noon. I'll be fine."
Gu Wei looked at Wang Churan's rosy complexion without a trace of illness and nodded.
After finishing the filming at noon, Gu Wei brought three beauties to a specialty restaurant specializing in fish near the crew.
“The fish is delicious and the restaurant is in a great location”
When the ordered dishes were served, Liu Yifei took a few bites and praised them.
The restaurant that Gu Wei brought them to was located on Mingqing West Road, adjacent to the Ming and Qing Palaces and Nanjiang River.
From the box where they were sitting, they could look down and enjoy the beautiful view of the river.
"Xixi, you rarely go out to eat during filming in Hengdian, right?
This shop is quite famous in the local area.”
"I'm very lazy and rarely come out during filming. I'd rather take a rest when I have time.
And I haven’t filmed in Hengdian for many years.”
Liu Yifei has been making movies in recent years and has hardly ever filmed scenes in Hengdian. She only came here to film "Dream of Red Mansions".
"Your film 'Life Events', which was released at the beginning of the month, was really well made. The subject matter was unique and the emotions were very delicate. I feel it is even better than your previous films 'Better Days' and 'Send You a Little Red Flower'."
During the chat, Liu Yifei once again praised Gu Wei's new movie.
“However, compared to the quality of the film, I was more surprised by the box office of [Life Events].
It’s almost 3 billion now, right?
It's such an unpopular film, yet it managed to achieve such a high box office result!"
Lin Yun lowered her head to eat and listened to the two people chatting, and interrupted when she heard this.
"Teacher Gu Wei's box office appeal is so strong that it's no surprise that his film 'Life Events' became a hit. This is something everyone recognizes."
Gu Wei smiled and shook his head.
"I have always believed that if a movie wants to do well at the box office, it cannot rely solely on an actor. The movie must be truly good and touch the audience at some point.
[Life Events] is a good movie, with a good story and good filming.
My personal fame may have contributed to the film's box office success, but the reason it sold so well is because of the excellence of the film itself.
In fact, I think the subject matter of this movie is very popular, especially when it is released at this time, it can be said that the time, place and people have come together.
Because of the epidemic in the past two years, the economy has been in a downturn, and some people have passed away due to illness. A faint atmosphere of negativity and melancholy has been looming over society and even everyone's hearts.
The theme of "Life Matters" explores life and death with a touch of tenderness, which just touches people's hearts, so the box office is booming."
After Gu Wei finished speaking, the three women nodded. It was the first time they heard someone use this angle to analyze the reasons why "Life Events" sold so well.
Liu Yifei smiled and said, "No wonder your movies are so successful at the box office. Your perspective on things is very different from that of ordinary people. Ordinary people can't think of these things.
You've made so many feature films in the past two years, are you going to focus on this type of film in the future?"
“Of course not, it just happened that there were a few good scripts in the past few years, so I starred in several realistic dramas one after another.
I just took on a Hollywood film in the first half of the year, and it was a pure popcorn movie."
"I know, it's John Wick 4, right?
I read the relevant news, Brother Wei, you are going to work with Keanu Reeves!" Lin Yun said again.
Gu Wei smiled and nodded.
"Entering Hollywood?" Liu Yifei asked.
"It's just a Sino-US co-production. My company is collaborating with Lionsgate. It's a new venture."
"I hope your first Hollywood movie will be a great success and open up the North American market!"
“I hope so.
Lionsgate chose me to work with them mainly because they saw the huge domestic market, and it would be great if this film could perform well in the global market."
"When will it start?"
"End of the year~
I have finished filming this drama now, and will take a break before heading abroad to film John Wick 4."
Liu Yifei nodded and thought of something.
"By the way, I recently received a very good script. It's a play being prepared by [Kanxinqing Studio] at Huace."
"[Kanxinqing Studio]?
The one that produced [The Next Stop Is Happiness] and [In the Name of Family]?
Gu Wei is no stranger to Huace. The drama "Come On, Mr. Luo" that he collaborated with Zhao Liying in the first two years after entering the industry was produced by Huace. They had a very pleasant collaboration at that time.
But later on, most of his TV series were produced by his own company. Even if he added co-producers, at most he would just bring the platform in, and the connection between him and Huace became increasingly weak.
“Yes, it’s directed by Ding Zigang, a rural healing drama set in Yunnan.
I'm quite interested and plan to try it next.
The show is scheduled to start filming next year. Would you like to play the male lead?
After Liu Yifei finished speaking, she looked at Gu Wei with her beautiful eyes, her eyes revealing anticipation.
When she took on the role in "Dream of Red Mansions", she invited Gu Wei to join her, but he refused. She hoped that he would take on the drama that she was optimistic about.
After listening to Liu Yifei's story, Gu Wei probably knew which drama she was talking about, but he still asked, "What's the name of the script?"
“[Go where the wind is].
It’s a very artistic name.”
At this time, Lin Yun and Tian Xiwei at the dinner table were also looking at Gu Wei. They didn't expect to hear such important news while having lunch together.
Liu Yifei and Gu Wei are the most popular male and female stars in the domestic entertainment industry, and every drama they star in has countless fans following them.
Now that one of them has invited the other, it depends on what Gu Wei decides.
"When will the filming start next year?"
Gu Wei has a very good impression of the drama "Where the Wind Is". With his current fame and status, he takes on TV dramas more based on his own preferences, rather than blindly pursuing popularity like in his early years.
For example, he took on the role in "The Beginning" because he liked the script very much. Time-loop dramas are very rare in China, and "Noon Sunshine" was also well-made.
The same is true for [Go Where the Wind Is], this pastoral healing drama was very much loved by Gu Wei in his previous life. At that time, he was busy making money to pay off his debts. This TV series helped him to relieve his tense state a little and also made him yearn for Yunnan.
"Probably early next year. They haven't announced the exact date, but I think if you can accept it, it will definitely be based on your schedule."
Liu Yifei was a little surprised. Gu Wei's words meant that he was indeed considering whether to take the role.
Gu Wei nodded.
"Xixi, I have always agreed with your vision for TV dramas. Since you are so optimistic about this script, it will definitely be a good drama.
I'll have the staff talk to Huace and then decide whether to accept it or not."
"Okay, then I'll contact them first. I really hope that we can act together in this drama. The effect will definitely be very good."
Liu Yifei looked at Gu Wei with her beautiful eyes. She actually wanted to say more, but it was not convenient because Lin Yun and Tian Xiwei were there, so she could only say this much.
After having lunch together at noon, Liu Yifei and Lin Yun said goodbye to Gu Wei and left in the car.
"Brother Wei, do you really want to work with Sister Yifei again?"
Tian Xiwei asked in the car on the way back to the crew.
"Probably. It depends on how the communication with Huace goes."
Tian Xiwei was silent for a few seconds, then suddenly looked up: "If there is a suitable supporting role in the play, can you ask me to play it?"
Gu Wei was a little surprised: "After Joy of Life and this film Wind Chaser, you are already quite famous, Xiaotian. You can always play the leading female role in the future.
Just like the drama "So Cute We Are" that you starred in before.
If you were in my drama, you would only be able to play a supporting role."
“It’s okay, I don’t care.
It doesn't really matter whether I'm the female lead or the female supporting role, as long as I can film with you, boss!"
Tian Xiwei blinked her big eyes and looked at Gu Wei.
"You, no problem. If I accept it and there's a suitable role, I'll ask you to play it."
Gu Wei rubbed her hair and said helplessly.
"Thank you, Brother Wei!"
After hearing this, Tian Xiwei smiled brightly.
After returning to the crew to film in the afternoon, Gu Wei took the time to call Yang Liwen and tell her about lunch.
"I understand, boss. I'll communicate with Huace. Kanxinqing Studio has achieved good results in the past two years. Their team is truly excellent."
"One more thing, after filming 'The Wind Chaser', has the company offered Tian Xiwei any other roles?"
Yang Liwen thought for two seconds.
"Some time ago, iQiyi launched a project to produce a costume TV series adapted from an online novel, and our company also invested in it.
I think the female lead role in that drama is quite suitable for Tian Xiwei and I am going to fight for her."
"What's the name of the TV series?"
"【Daily Life in the Qing Dynasty】."
"【Daily Life in the Qing Dynasty】?" Gu Wei was puzzled, and had no idea what drama this was.
“Yes, that’s the name of the original novel.
However, the crew felt that it was not appropriate, so they changed the names to Qingchuan Daily, Xinchuan Daily, and Qingqing Daily.
When Gu Wei heard the name of [Your Daily Life], he remembered: "Okay, this is the show.
By the way, you can talk to iQiyi and let Xiao Zhan play the male lead, using his popularity to promote Xiao Tian, so that the attention of "Daily Life of a Lover" can be higher."
Xiao Zhan and Zeng Shunxi, two top male stars in Gu Wei's company, may still need to fight for resources when it comes to acting in movies or dramas, but as long as they are willing to act in idol dramas or costume dramas, no crew will refuse them.
The popularity and attention that top stars bring are something that many crews cannot refuse.
Huace, Kanxinqing Studio.
"Director Ding, great news!"
"What makes you so excited, Manager Long?"
Director Ding Zigan, who was called into the office by the studio's general manager Long Ya, was a little puzzled.
"Didn't we invite Liu Yifei to the film 'Where the Wind Is' that we're planning?"
"Yes, didn't she agree?" Ding Zigang asked doubtfully.
"No, Liu Yifei agreed to take on this drama, and she also recommended Gu Wei to play the male lead!"
"Gu Wei?
How is that possible? Can he answer it? " Ding Zigang lost his composure after hearing this news and asked excitedly.
"I'm communicating with Wei Ming Tian Xia right now, and I've sent them the script and everything.
It seems that Gu Wei is very interested in [going to a windy place].
There are great opportunities ahead.”
"Then what are you hesitating about?"
Long Ya smiled and raised his hand: "Don't worry, Director Ding, Gu Wei is not only an actor but also a capital. He also has the behemoth Wei Ming Tian Xia under his umbrella.
Besides, his requirements for accepting external roles are generally known to everyone in the industry, so it’s not just a matter of negotiating the salary, but also having to discuss the details of the cooperation with Weiming Tianxia in detail.”
“It’s up to you to decide, but I hope Gu Wei will be able to join in the end.
Liu Yifei and Gu Wei play the male and female protagonists, and this drama is already 80% successful before it even starts filming."
"Haha, Director Ding, don't worry, there will definitely be a good result." (End of this chapter)
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