"Chu Yu, over here." In the crowd, Zuo Ran waved to Chu Yu. When Chu Yu got closer, he deliberately pushed aside Dai Donglin and pulled Chu Yu to the seat next to him.
Dai Donglin's face turned ashen, and he unceremoniously pulled his wife to his side.
Zuo Ran gritted his teeth and looked at Dai Donglin directly for the first time since entering the room.
"Hey Dai Donglin, that's enough. I'm having a get-together with my classmates, what are you doing here?"
Dai Donglin sneered: "When I'm having dinner with my wife, some people shamelessly act as third wheels. Everyone knows who's superfluous."
Zuo Ran was quite angry, and Chu Yu shook her head helplessly. These two always bickered every time they met, and they especially loved to argue. How come she didn't notice them having such a leisurely time a couple of years ago?
"Alright, whoever doesn't want to eat can leave."
Zuo Ran glared, Dai Donglin wore a cold expression, and Chu Yu, seeing that neither of them spoke, raised an eyebrow and said:
"Zuo Ran, I called you here today because I want to sign you as an artist."
Zuo Ran attended a film school, but at that time, film academies had not produced any famous movie stars or made many film directors famous. However, with the rise of directors like Zhong Buyi, the name of film academies gradually became known to the world.
In the mid-1980s, film academies cultivated many film and television talents, who formed the foundation of the film and television industry and laid the groundwork for China's film and television industry.
Zuo Ran studied film and television performance. He was interested in musical instruments, but he couldn't get into a regular music academy, so he compromised and applied to the film academy.
Zuo Ran was good-looking, with a smooth facial structure and attractive features. He was very photogenic, and even though his professional skills in film and television performance were not very high, he was still noticed by the interviewer at a glance and entered the film academy.
Zuo Ran hasn't signed a contract yet. These days, there aren't many film and television companies in China, and even if there are, they are all small, newly established companies.
This is not hard to understand. China's film and television industry is still in its infancy. No matter how many film and television companies are established, there will be no work to do. It is rare in the industry for a company like Hualai, which has only been established for a short time, to be able to sign artists, produce TV series, and even produce two movies.
Chu Yu introduced Hua Lai's achievements. Upon hearing that "The Legend of the Condor Heroes" was produced by Chu Yu's company, Zuo Ran said it would be a lie to say he wasn't surprised.
This movie is quite famous. After watching the first one, Zuo Ran gained a new understanding of the Hong Kong film industry. However, he prefers playing musical instruments and his goal is to form his own band, release records, and hold concerts.
Like those famous superstars, he has his own followers worldwide, commands a huge following, and leads the Chinese music scene to the world.
It must be said that Zuo Ran's ideals are lofty, but reality is also quite harsh.
Dai Donglin left to become a businessman, and Zuo Ran went to film school. There were only these two younger members of the family, and neither of them stayed in politics or the military. No wonder Dai Xueyi was anxious and wanted to find a girlfriend of equal social standing for Dai Donglin.
"Our company is preparing to film 'Young and Dangerous 3' in the second half of the year. As you know, this movie did quite well at the box office, and barring any unforeseen circumstances, it will be the box office champion this year. If the box office is good, we will definitely increase our investment. The filming of the third installment will only be more grand, more exciting, and more eye-catching than the second one. There are a few roles in 'Young and Dangerous 3' that would be perfect for you. If you're willing, you can come to our company for an audition."
Zuo Ran was actually a little tempted. Although he wasn't interested in making movies, filming "Young and Dangerous 3" meant that he would have one foot in the Hong Kong entertainment industry.
If you step halfway in, and then halfway into the music industry, is that hard to do?
Moreover, Zuo Ran will be a junior in college in the second half of the year. Her classmates from the film academy are shooting commercials and movies one after another. It's impossible for Zuo Ran not to find work. She can make money by making movies and then use that money to make an album. The company boss is her classmate and sister-in-law.
His future development path is open to discussion.
I can't be like other actors who sign with a company and have to accept the company's arrangements, like a puppet who has to do whatever the company says.
Zuo Ran tilted his head and thought for a moment, "You know, I want to make albums, become a musician, and hold concerts. My dream is to become famous throughout Asia and go global."
Chu Yu smiled. "Coincidentally, my ideal is also to cultivate an international superstar who can go global. But Zuo Ran, let me make this clear first: whether you become famous or not depends on promotion, but also on your looks and your luck. I can give you a chance to try, connect you with the best musicians and producers, and produce a top-notch album for you to make a name for yourself in the Chinese music scene. But whether you can become a sensation, whether you can become famous in neighboring countries, and whether you can become famous throughout Asia, that depends on your abilities."
Zuo Ran was a man of strong character, and upon hearing this, his competitive spirit was ignited.
When I was young, I always felt that I could conquer the world.
Zuo Ran thought so. He felt that he had enormous energy and wanted to cross the new millennium with his band and album, leaving a lasting mark on the music scene.
Zuo Ran reached out and gave Chu Yu a high five.
"Deal, I'll sign with Hualai. I'll have to trouble my old classmate to take care of me from now on."
Dai Donglin frowned. He had a feeling that his younger brother was trying to steal his girlfriend. His man's intuition made him very aware of the danger.
"Take care of what? A grown man like you expecting a woman to take care of him? How can you be so shameless?" Dai Donglin said with particular disdain.
Zuo Ran raised an eyebrow, then smugly said, "So what if I'm a grown man? I'm delicate, I'm shy, I'm born needing protection. What's wrong with that? My old classmate is willing to protect me, willing to shield me, so can't I cling to his coattails?"
"Sucking up to someone powerful? You really think you're just a decoration."
"Not only will I be a mere accessory, but I'll also be a mere accessory who gets in through connections. Once I join Chu Yu's company, I'll see Chu Yu every day and drive certain people crazy."
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