It was purely by chance that Ji Li was able to play Song Zhao in "The World of Kingdoms".
After the filming was completed, he quickly started the continuous shooting of new TV series and new movies. It can be said that he has been in the state of acting for nearly half a year.
I don't actively get the latest information about the entertainment industry.
Some time ago, as soon as the first trailer of the movie was released online, it caused a lot of heated discussion.
Film Emperor Qin Li is a guarantee of box office success, Yuan Yifei is a top actor, director Zheng Anxing is a big name in period commercial films, plus many veteran actors and big names are officially announced in the trailer all at once.
In just one week, this movie became the most anticipated movie on New Year's Day.
Although the pre-sale of the movie has not started yet, the industry has already determined that "The Great Wall" will be the biggest box office killer in the New Year's Day movie series.
In fact, when Ji Li filmed Song Zhao's role, the filming was already in post-production.
Many of the early scenes were already in the editing stage. After the filming was completed, the team was also very efficient and completed the sample production in less than half a year. After the producers sent it to the General Administration for review, they successfully obtained the dragon logo and the film key.
This efficiency is unexpectedly fast.
When Ji Li first heard Qin Li's invitation, he was stunned for a moment, but he still agreed willingly.
Attending the first preview ceremony means being able to see the finished film earlier.
Song Zhao was his first role after his debut. Even though he didn't have many scenes, he wanted to see the results.
On December 20th, the movie preview ceremony took place as scheduled.
Qin Li spent nearly three years preparing for this movie, so the preview ceremony was also grand.
There will be not only a red carpet ceremony for the actors and media interviews, but also live broadcasts of the entire process except for the movie premiere.
The venue is set at the largest science and technology museum cinema in the capital.
The producers booked hotel rooms near the cinema in advance so that the actors participating in the preview ceremony could dress up and wait for their rest.
Baozi stood by the window, looking at the huge crowd and flashing lights not far away, and his heart was nervous. "Brother Ji, Sister Yu, this is definitely the largest preview I have ever seen."
As a freelance entertainment media person, Baozi has been invited to participate in many movie preview ceremonies before. But this was the first time he had encountered such a large scale event.
Oak Star has booked a hall that can accommodate 500 people. All the actors, media magazines, film industry professionals, and lucky fans and audiences will gather together to witness the premiere of this movie.
Ji Li was surrounded by the makeup team and was still making the final arrangements for her styling. Hearing this, he curled his lips slightly and said, "Brother Li is quite courageous. Most producers really don't dare to do this."
In fact, Qin Li's move was very bold and risky.
The purpose of pre-screening movies is to build word-of-mouth before their official release and to attract more audiences to watch the movies in theaters when they are officially released.
You have to know that everyone is different. Everyone looks at movies from different perspectives and perspectives, and the evaluations they produce are also different.
With so many people invited at one time, if even a small number of them make negative comments such as "the movie is ugly" or "the pace is bad", there will be a certain risk of a negative impact on the box office after the movie is released.
"Since Qin Li has the confidence to do this, it shows that he is very confident about the film and his vision has never been wrong," said Yu Fuya.
When she was a newcomer, she saw Qin Li's extraordinary ability to act. Over the years, his achievements have proved it all to the public.
"That's right. When has there ever been a mistake in a movie starring Teacher Qin Li?" Even the people in the makeup team couldn't help but speak up.
Yu Fuya came back with two high-end watches and handed them to Ji Li, "Pick one? Which one do you think is suitable?"
The stylist looked at the two watches with a total value of tens of millions and was shocked. "Sister Yu, where did you get them? Is the high-end luxury brand willing to lend them to us?"
"What do you mean by borrowing? I'll just ask Lao Tao to get it for me." Yu Fuya spoke freely.
Ji Li is now at most a new actor. The brands he can borrow when attending events are limited, and the watch brands willing to sponsor and borrow are at most light luxury.
Yu Fuya thought that this was Ji Li's first time attending such a red carpet, and was afraid that her child would be wronged. Without thinking, she exploited her friend and took the opportunity to ask for two watches.
Of course, you still have to return it after use.
Otherwise, Tao Mingyang, who loves watches so much, would probably cry in front of her.
Amid the surprised and envious eyes of the crowd, Ji Li reached out and passed around the two top luxury watches, picked up a light luxury watch on the table, with a dark blue dial and a few diamonds shining in it, and said, "I'd like this one."
To be honest, he really likes this niche luxury watch named "A Star River", which touches his heart in a unique way.
Yu Fuya was startled. "What's wrong? Don't you like these two pieces I brought you?"
"It's not that I don't like it, I just can't use it for the time being."
Ji Li asked the staff to help her wear the style she had chosen, and said calmly and rationally, "How long have I been in the industry? My Weibo followers are increasing so fast, how can I compare to the celebrities invited today?"
Besides, Song Zhao is his only debut character, but at best he is just a small supporting role. If this high-end watch were to be noticed, someone might accuse him of deliberately stealing the limelight.
Yu Fuya smiled and let him go.
"You are just too rational. In this glamorous entertainment industry, there are many actors who try their best to show their high-profile and gorgeous side, but you do the exact opposite."
He is mentally mature and doesn't look like a boy in his early twenties at all.
Yu Fuya put away the two watches carefully and asked Baozi sideways, "Have you contacted the person in charge of the event? When are we leaving?"
"Five minutes later, Brother Ji can go down now."
There was a special car to pick up people from the hotel to the red carpet. Ji Li didn't have many roles in the movie and his status was not as high as other actors, so he was arranged to sit at the front of the red carpet.
It’s time now, it’s almost time to set off.
The red carpet ceremony for the preview has begun, and the live broadcast on the video website is being carried out simultaneously. The number of fans watching the live broadcast has reached one million, and the barrage of comments has filled the entire live discussion room.
——Brother Li, Brother Li, Brother Li! Ingot, ingot, ingot! Here I come!
——I was so looking forward to it. It’s such a pity that I didn’t get the advance screening tickets.
——This is our third collaboration with Hua Hao Yue Yuan. I can do it!
——Can the CP fans mentioned above please calm down? Brother Li and Yuanbao are just good partners, okay?
——Stop arguing, stop arguing. Can anyone tell me what time Teacher Qin Li will appear on the red carpet?
——Wait a little longer, it will definitely be the finale.
The black shuttle bus slowly drove into the red carpet area.
Ji Li was sitting in the car, and even through the reflective window glass, he could feel the flashing waves outside. In addition to reporters, the viewing area outside the red carpet was also filled with fans who came spontaneously.
At this moment, there was a deafening roar of support, "Yuan is no longer the same! Yuan is no longer the same! Yuan is no longer the same!"
Yu Fuya sat in the back row and said with emotion, "Yuan Yifei's popularity is so high that ordinary people can't even envy him."
Looking at the entire entertainment industry, only Qin Li's fan popularity can compete with his.
It’s just that fans of Oak are very low-key and are never willing to argue in such public occasions, but once the need arises, they will definitely give explosive support.
Ji Li clenched his palms.
He hadn't experienced such a red carpet event in a long time, and in a completely new capacity, so it would be false to say he wasn't nervous.
Yu Fuya seemed to notice this and patted his shoulder from behind, "Ji Li, watch out, your real star journey will start from this red carpet. Sister Yu believes in her own vision, and she believes in you even more."
Baozi interrupted quietly, "Brother Ji, I believe you too."
Ji Li looked at the two people's sincere and trusting eyes, and finally nodded.
The driver in the front seat received the docking instruction and reminded, "Mr. Ji, you can get off now."
"OK."
The car door was opened by the etiquette staff who responded.
Ji Li gave a faint smile and stepped out with the most standard posture.
In an instant, the guns and cannons gathered in front of the red carpet came over, and everyone took pictures crazily without caring about anything. After a brief and dazzling five or six seconds, the momentum eased.
It was not until this moment that some people in the crowd reacted.
Oh shit!
Is it Ji Li? !
The young man wore a white suit today, which was pure, clean and tight, and the black ribbon on the bow tie formed the only contrasting color.
The seemingly regular way of dressing highlights Ji Li's appearance to a great extent.
The young man had nice eyes, and even under the barrage of 'flashlights' just now, he did not lose his composure, and the slight smile in his eyes instantly won everyone's favor.
The thin red lips with a slightly upturned curve make people want to take a bite. The small mole on the high nose bridge is faintly visible under the light.
It adds a bit of indescribable and charming desire to his pure and soft temperament, which is amazing.
Almost at the same moment, everyone had a sigh in their mind——
This is a divine face! Really a divine face!
As for celebrities, nine out of ten are packaged by the camera, but the shock brought by the real Ji Li far exceeds the beauty within the camera, making people unable to take their eyes away.
The live broadcast discussion room slowed down for two seconds, and then the screen started to refresh frantically.
——Ahhhhhhhhh who is the real person! It’s so damn beautiful, right?
——The one in front, you are too delayed! It’s Ji Li, it’s Ji Li! It’s Ji Li who was on the hot search some time ago!
——Wow, this Jilimama fan was so excited that she shed tears!
——He is good-looking, but is he on the red carpet list?
——Yes, yes, he is on the second official list! They should be the celebrity guests invited to attend the preview, right?
——Haha, are you sure you’re not here to walk the red carpet? Does Ji Li have a role in the movie? He doesn’t seem to appear in the trailer?
——Why is he everywhere? It's obvious at first glance that they are here to rub shoulders with the red carpet.
——Super Movies that support the violent maniac will definitely fail.
Black fans and disgusting netizens jumped out and began to make sarcastic comments at every opportunity, but soon the fans took control of the comments.
——Brother Li came from Chaoying. Lixing and Chaoying have a very good relationship. Don’t come out and attract bad reputation from the stinky internet troop.
——The guest lists have been confirmed by the producers. Given Li Ge’s personality, it is impossible for him to allow anyone to sneak onto the red carpet. Li Ge’s fans should be careful not to be led by him and be friendly to the newcomers.
——Jili fans would like to thank Teacher Qin Li for giving us the red carpet opportunity. Our child’s star journey has just begun. Thank you to other senior fans for their friendly treatment. Thank you, thank you.
——Today’s protagonists are definitely Brother Li and Yuanbao. We are very happy that Jili can show up.
The barrage was lively, and Ji Li had already walked to the main stage. He took the golden marker from Miss Yili and quickly wrote his name on the sign-in page.
Very beautiful floral calligraphy, flowing yet powerful.
Because of the tight schedule on the red carpet, Ji Li was led into the movie theater by the etiquette lady after a simple greeting under the arrangement of the host.
When entering the hall, Ji Li still caused a small commotion.
He found his seat, the second row in the actor area, and the first row seat in front of him on the left was labeled with the name 'Qin Li'.
I'm quite close to Brother Li.
Ji Li curled his lips and thought silently. But soon, his attention was attracted by the light discussions behind him.
The ones who spoke were a few fans holding banners. "Ji Li? Why is he sitting in the actor section? The seating arrangement was wrong. Shouldn't he be sitting in the actor and guest section?"
"I don't know, but he's not in the trailer."
"I heard that you played a small role? You'll know when you see it later."
Before coming, Ji Li had watched the trailer and indeed, he was not in the movie.
The trailer is very short and has a tight rhythm. Apart from the two leading actors, many other veteran actors and big names only have one or two seconds of footage.
The only clue related to Song Zhao is the dark outburst of Song Yi, played by Qin Li, after his brother's death. However, it is normal that fans and audiences don’t know about his existence because they haven’t read the complete script.
Song Zhao's role had few scenes to begin with, so it was understandable that the producers chose to temporarily leave it out of the trailer.
Ji Li thought about it and looked at the huge movie poster on the wall at the door.
In the top center are Qin Li and Yuan Yifei, and in the remaining small long frames are portraits of the characters in each play. Of course, there is also the powerful golden movie title.
Ji Li searched carefully for a while before he found Song Zhao in one of the small boxes.
His face was painted black, he was dressed in an unsightly beggar's outfit, there was no actor's name on it, and his frame was partially obscured by the movie title. No wonder no one recognized him.
Ji Li looked away without hesitation and looked at the big screen that was broadcasting the red carpet situation outside the venue in real time.
The red carpet ceremony was arranged very well and the whole process went smoothly without making people feel impatient waiting at all.
About half an hour later, explosive cheers rang out almost simultaneously outside and inside the hall.
“Aaaaaaah!”
"——Brother Li!"
"——Yuanbao!"
Ji Liding looked and found that Qin Li and Yuan Yifei walked out of the car one after another. They walked onto the red carpet side by side and made their final appearance.
Qin Li was wearing a pure black suit today. The fabric of the suit seemed to have a layer of fine shimmer, which sparkled brightly under the spotlight.
God may have been particularly partial when creating men. His handsome facial features can be described as perfectly crafted works of art no matter from which angle you look at them. Coupled with his excellent body proportions and innate demeanor, one would really want to bow down to him.
Ji Li stared at Qin Li on the big screen, his usually calm eyes rarely showing any warmth.
Men's appreciation of other men is always more direct.
Yuan Yifei next to Qin Li is also eye-catching.
His hair was dyed flaxen brown and was longer than the last time they met. Gold-rimmed glasses rested on the bridge of his nose, and the diamond chains hanging on both sides shone charmingly. The dark blue long suit made him look very slim, but the thin woolen shirt underneath was faintly visible through his collarbone.
Extremely abstinent, yet extremely seductive.
The entertainment industry is never short of dazzling stars, but Qin Li and Yuan Yifei are undoubtedly the two most dazzling stars in this galaxy.
The deafening cheers came one after another, as if they could blow the roof of the entire theater off. It was not until the two entered the theater that the fans outside calmed down a little.
There was a half-hour media interview before the movie started.
All the actors who participated in the filming of the movie were invited to the stage, including Ji Li.
As a result, after taking the stage, Ji Li encountered a situation that would seem "very embarrassing" to ordinary people. Not only was he marginalized in the live broadcast, but no one even asked questions during the media interview.
There were more than a dozen actors on the scene. With his status as a young man, he could only stand at the very edge. The panoramic camera arranged for the live broadcast would occasionally shake, and half of his body would be "cut" out of the shot.
Most of the media attention was focused on Qin Li and Yuan Yifei. The other actors had anticipated this and would spend money to bribe the reporters in advance to insert questions to themselves at the right time and gain appropriate exposure.
But Ji Li rejected the "deliberately arranged questions from entertainment reporters" in advance and did not let Yu Fuya spend money to arrange it.
For Ji Li, good actors and good works cannot be created through reporters’ questions or news reports, but depend on real acting skills.
He has no works released now, and only has empty popularity gained by his good looks. It is normal that he does not get attention from the industry on a stage full of big names.
Ji Li stood calmly and humbly on the edge, but the live broadcast barrage was already in chaos.
——You want to get on the red carpet and get a movie interview? Chaoying and Jili are so shameless that they can be used to make lard!
——Haha ..., do you really think that just because you’ve been on the trending searches a few times, you’ll become a big star? How dare you embarrass yourself in such an occasion? Not to mention Qin Li and Yuan Yifei, which other actor is not better than you, Ji Li?
——Is Ji Li still not stepping down? Is there an iron nail stuck in your foot? Are you embarrassed? Isn’t it shameful?
——Everyone stop making fun of him. I heard that he played Song Zhao and he acted normal on stage. Can't you be more tolerant towards new actors? It’s nice to have more handsome guys to look at.
——What the hell? Song Zhao! The Song Zhao who only existed in dialogues in the original novel? Why does he have a role? I can’t tell, Ji Li is a resourceful guy?
——Go away, you resourceful ones, stop whitewashing your fans, who on the interview stage doesn’t look good? He is the most annoying.
Ji Li’s fans who were watching the live broadcast were angry and distressed when they saw the taunts.
In fact, they did not "force" to whitewash themselves at all, and were even too low-key to dare to openly post comments to Ji Li on the barrage. That's how it is, and I'm still being targeted by those brainless trolls.
Wash your ass! It's obvious that you are confusing right and wrong!
When Ji Li took on this role, he was still working for Dream Media, a company that exploited people. How could he be a resourceful person?
Oh, you don’t even have the resources to watch a one-second clip? Even a person whose brain has been kicked by a donkey would know that this is impossible!
Fans got the exact news that Ji Li would play Song Zhao in the movie, but the young man was not included in the final trailer of the movie, and the main film was not released. They did not dare to refute it casually, for fear that they would say something wrong and be screenshotted and continue to criticize.
Therefore, they just cheered silently in their hearts, hoping that Jilizizi could have a brilliant performance in the movie.
On the other side, Qin Li, who was at the center of attention, obviously noticed Ji Li being "neglected", and his heartstrings tightened slightly.
The interview position is related to the actor's status and ranking. As the leading actor and producer, he cannot ignore the hard work of other actors and openly arrange the young man in the middle.
But he can help bring about more exposure for the interview.
So, Qin Li intentionally or unintentionally turned the topic to Ji Li. Yuan Yifei and Zheng Anxing noticed the former's motive and helped to guide the conversation.
Other actors may not be clear about this, but as directors and leading actors, they are the ones who understand Ji Li's acting skills best.
The reason why Ji Li was not allowed to appear in the trailer was to retain the greatest possible surprise for the audience along the line of "The Soong Brothers".
Finally, a reporter stood up and asked a question.
"Hello Ji Li, this is your first public appearance since the 'violent assault' incident, and it's at such a large event. How do you feel? Will your state of mind be affected by the false revelations a while ago?"
When Yu Fuya heard this, she almost couldn't help swearing.
What kind of stupid entertainment reporter is this? Do you have any professional qualities?
At the interview site of the movie preview ceremony, he actually ignored the questions related to the movie and asked about the previous false revelations? How is it easy to get a press card these days?
As expected, there was a buzz of discussion at the scene.
Ji Li took the microphone from the actor beside him and answered with a smile, "Since it is a false revelation, how can it affect your state? I feel honored to be on the same stage with so many actors and teachers today."
Another entertainment reporter combined the real-time dynamics of the Internet and asked, "Some netizens said that you were a temporary resource in the group. What do you think about this controversy?"
Qin Li frowned imperceptibly and interrupted the young man before he could speak, "Please stop asking questions that are not related to the movie."
How does the organizer do things?
Can all kinds of crappy media be allowed in?
He wanted young people to talk more about the characters in the movie and raise people's expectations, rather than standing on the stage and being despised by entertainment reporters and belittled by netizens.
Director Zheng Anxing took the initiative to speak up to ease the situation, "Ji Li was brought into the group as a temporary replacement, but his acting skills are worth everyone's expectations."
The reporters in the interview area looked at each other, but they didn't really agree.
Ji Li's popularity has been rising recently, but he is still an unknown newcomer in the film industry.
Just by watching the movie trailer, you can tell that he doesn't have many parts. At most, he is just a small role outside the 18th line. It's not worth their energy to interview him or spend time and effort to describe him.
If we have the time, we might as well explore more from actors like Qin Li.
To put it bluntly, the focus after the movie was released was on the leading actors. It was simply impossible for Ji Li to stand out among a group of powerful and veteran actors.
When netizens who were watching the live broadcast saw this scene, the barrage section was equally exciting.
——Hahahaha, Ji Li arranged the stupid questions from reporters himself? Didn’t you see that Teacher Qin Li’s face changed?
——No way, no way? Still want to attract attention by relying on previous hot searches? There are no other highlights, right?
——I can guarantee that Ji Li is just a minor role in this movie, with a maximum of five or six seconds of screen time, and this preview was definitely forced in by Chaoying.
——Teacher Qin Li was very generous and took the initiative to throw the topic and the camera to Ji Li. It was he who failed to seize the opportunity.
——Can the internet army that is stirring up trouble please get out! This Li fan thinks that Brother Ji Li is pretty good! How come Brother Li is showing such a bad face? Is there anything wrong with asking reporters not to ask questions that are not related to the movie?
——Stop pretending. Anyone with a discerning eye can tell that these are water armies sent by other New Year’s Day movies to stir up trouble.
——Some internet trolls should stop looking for someone to attack, thinking that this will affect the movie box office? Sorry, Qin Li is the god of the film industry! Our film "The Kingdom" has secured the box office championship, you guys can fight for the second and third place.
The fans of Li in the barrage could not hold back any longer and directly criticized those "stinking mad dog" remarks on behalf of Ji Li.
But more netizens are in the mood to watch the show. To them, as long as the actors they support have roles, that’s enough. Why bother about Ji Li, a young actor who has just entered the circle?
While netizens were arguing back and forth, the main actors had already finished their interviews and were invited by the host to go backstage to rest. After a short rest, they will return to their viewing seats and watch the movie premiere with the audience in the entire hall.
As soon as Qin Li arrived backstage, he spotted the young man.
The other person stayed alone in the corner, not chatting and engaging like the other actors.
For some reason, Qin Li suddenly felt a little distressed and regretful. It was clearly he who invited the young man, but in the end he was treated coldly.
He walked up quickly and whispered, "Ji Li, the interview just now..."
When their eyes met, Ji Li understood what the man was thinking, "Brother Li, I'm fine. The movie hasn't been released yet, I don't care about the so-called interview exposure."
What he cares about is everyone's evaluation of the character Song Zhao after the movie is released.
His status is too low and his experience is too long. I'm afraid that the reason he was able to attend the preview ceremony was because Qin Li gave him a "back door". How could he possibly ask for more?
Qin Li was relieved when he saw that there was nothing wrong with his expression. "Ji Li, just wait another three hours. They will understand after the movie is over."
"Um?"
Qin Li looked at him and answered seriously, "Your scenes were not edited at all in post-production."
When Ji Li heard this, he immediately smiled brightly, "Thank you, Brother Li."
The greatest affirmation for a movie actor is to see his entire role uncut.
Ji Li firmly believes that the role he played, Song Zhao, was an extremely wonderful one. As long as the movie retains the character's fragments, he will gain the recognition of the audience.
And this is the success that an actor should pursue most.
Qin Li's heart was warmed by his smile, and he unconsciously reached out to adjust his bow tie. On his strong wrist, there was a familiar watch face.
Ji Li raised his eyebrows in surprise, "Brother Li, this watch..."
As he spoke, he took out the watch hidden in his sleeve. It had an identical dark blue galaxy dial. Surprisingly, they were wearing the same model.
With a man's identity and status, why would he choose a niche luxury watch?
Qin Li easily saw the confusion in the other person's eyes and curled his lips in joy, "I wore this watch to the premiere of my first film. I really like its meaning."
After so many years, Qin Li still wears this watch at every movie premiere.
For him, this watch has become a special mark.
Ji Li smiled and tapped the dial, "What a coincidence."
Today is his first work in this circle, and he also likes the meaning of this watch.
Some subtle coincidences that come unexpectedly make people feel inexplicably moved.
Suddenly, a staff member said, "Dear actors and teachers, you may enter now."
A group of actors entered the inner viewing hall and immediately aroused cheers from fans.
Ji Li followed the group to his seat. Before he sat down, a girl in the back row whispered, "Jili!"
Ji Li glanced sideways and saw a sweet-looking girl quietly holding up a banner with his photo and sincerely encouraging him, "Come on, I'm here for you."
——Even if it is true as speculated online that you only have five or six seconds of supporting footage, as a fan I would be willing to accept that.
Ji Li understood the subtext in her eyes, and a warm feeling welled up in his heart. He smiled and nodded silently.
All his scenes were retained, and many people came for his role in the huge movie theater.
That's enough.
The lights in the cinema dimmed and the chatting gradually stopped.
In silence, the first preview of "The Kingdom of the World" finally began.
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