Beijing, East City
As soon as Wei Yang got out of the car, his cell phone rang. Lao Xia and the others were asked to go into the building first, and Wei Yang waited behind to answer the call.
"This is weird, why did you think of calling me today?"
The sweet voice of Da Mimi rang out from the other end of the phone: "Isn't it because your boss Wei is coming to Beijing? As the host, I have to treat you."
"How did you know I was coming to the capital? I didn't tell Shishi."
Wei Yang was a little confused. Only a few people in the company knew about his itinerary. Could it be that Da Mimi had infiltrated Blue Whale?
"When you came here, did you see people gathering around the airport exit to sign autographs and take photos?"
Wei Yang recalled that there was such an incident, but he didn't care and hurried away with his people.
"That person at the airport is you, okay, there are fans waiting at the airport."
"It was arranged by the company. It was a big reveal at the beginning of the year and it coincided with an event. I wanted to call you, but I saw you were in a hurry to leave, so I called you."
At this stage, Da Mimi's representative works "Chinese Paladin 3" and "Palace" have not been broadcast yet. But the popularity accumulated by works such as "The Return of the Condor Heroes" should not be underestimated.
According to rumors, Sina and Sohu platforms are taking the lead, together with many entertainment media and reporters, and are preparing to select the new "Four Little Flowers" event.
Da Mimi has a lot of popularity, which shows how strong her momentum is now. She is definitely one of the representatives of the new generation of young actresses.
This also reminded Wei Yang to make some arrangements for Zhao Ji as well. If there were not enough fans, he could find some helpers. As for himself, forget it, as he was not interested in this kind of activity.
After chatting for a while, Da Mimi again suggested treating Wei Yang to a meal, and Wei Yang smiled.
Although he and Da Mimi had a good relationship in the past, Da Mimi had never been so enthusiastic about him before.
Now that "Oranges Are Born in Huainan" has become popular and Blue Whale has just begun to show its potential, Da Mimi is planning to treat them to a dinner.
Although it might be possible that Da Mimi came up with the idea on the spur of the moment because she met him by chance, the timing and her personality made Wei Yang unable to help but think more about it.
"It may be difficult to have a meal. I came here to discuss the project, and I have no control over the time."
"It's okay. I'm free these few days. Let's make an appointment according to your schedule."
Da Mimi was easy to talk to, and then asked casually, "You just mentioned a new project, is your company going to produce a new play?"
It's superfluous! Wei Yang couldn't help but sigh. Da Mimi's words completely exposed what she was thinking.
But it is understandable. She is just in her early twenties. Although she is smarter than the average newcomer, she is still too green compared to the veterans and can easily lose her composure at critical moments.
If it were Wei Yang, he would definitely not be so hasty. At least he would arrange the venue well, make sure both parties were satisfied and in the right mood, and then make indirect hints.
Too lazy to continue playing house with Da Mimi, Wei Yang made it clear directly.
"Don't even think about the new play. You're not suitable for the female lead. I don't think you'd like the supporting role, and even if you do, I might not be able to afford it."
Da Mimi felt a little embarrassed that her thoughts were revealed, but she still kept asking.
"Is the female lead really not good enough? I can reduce my pay."
"The Best of Us" made Yang Rong famous, and now she is a popular young actress in the circle, not much inferior to Da Mimi.
"Oranges Born in Huainan" made Zhao Ji famous again, and [Secret Love Girl] was definitely the most popular Internet figure at the end of 2008.
The two dramas that Wei Yang wrote and participated in the production of made two young actresses famous at once. How could the industry turn a blind eye to this?
In other words, Tangren has already reserved a "Twinkle Twinkle Star", otherwise the first person to call Wei Yang would definitely not be Da Mimi.
"This is not about the pay, but the role positioning and fame. Sister, you are not famous enough."
Wei Yang's words were like the devil's whispers, which almost broke Da Mimi's defense. She took a full minute to hold her breath on the other end of the phone before she asked with gritted teeth.
"I'm not famous enough, so who do you want to find? Liu Yifei?"
"You'll know later."
Wei Yang didn't say it directly. After all, the matter hadn't been finalized yet. If he said it too early, he would get embarrass himself.
Da Mimi was so angry with him that she hung up the phone angrily. Wei Yang sighed again.
He is indeed inexperienced. If it were him, if the cooperation fails this time, there would always be next time. He should be nice and treat him well and build up his connections first.
After stepping into the building, Wei Yang met up with Xia Cong and others, and took the elevator upstairs. Before leaving the elevator, he received a text message from Da Mimi, which stated the time and place of the dinner appointment. Wei Yang couldn't help but smile.
Okay, you can bend and stretch. This time it feels a bit like the big honey in his impression...
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Fan Xiaopang Studio "Mr. Wei, Mr. Xia, thank you for coming from afar and thank you for your hard work."
A middle-aged man warmly invited Wei Yang and the other man into the reception room. This man was Fan Xiaopang's agent and the actual person in charge of the studio, Mu Xiaoguang.
"Bingbing is on his way to an event. Let's talk first."
After a brief greeting, Mu Xiaoguang showed his status in Fan Xiaopang's studio without any reservation.
Wei Yang, who had already found out the inside story, also understood that after Fan Xiaopang left Huayi, she relied heavily on Mu Xiaoguang, and the latter did not disappoint her, allowing Fan Xiaopang to successfully start his own business and become more and more popular.
It can even be said that Mu Xiaoguang may have more say than Fan Xiaopang himself on whether or not he will take on the role in Blue Whale.
"Boss Wei and Boss Xia came here in person from afar, showing their sincerity. Bingbing and I are very touched."
Mu Xiaoguang said a few nice words and then turned to the main topic: "But you two also know that Bingbing's main career focus in the future is still in the film industry. TV series have basically been excluded from our plans..."
Wei Yang was not surprised, because Fat Fan had used a similar reason to decline Blue Whale before.
However, when Wei Yang sent another plan, Fan Xiaopang was not so determined to refuse, so Blue Whale never gave up, and the two sides kept arguing.
Before this, Xia Cong had come once and showed a lot of sincerity, which also made Fan Xiaopang's attitude more relaxed.
It was not until the success of "Oranges in the South" that Blue Whale demonstrated its outstanding production and promotion capabilities.
Fan Xiaopang finally expressed his willingness to discuss the project. Wei Yang, who had been holding out, came to Beijing in person to negotiate, ready to strike while the iron was hot and win it in one fell swoop.
Now that Mu Xiaoguang has mentioned again that Fan Xiaopang attaches great importance to the movie, he is simply trying to elevate himself and increase his bargaining chips.
"I've also read the news. It's another transformation work by Big Brother Cheng Long, and it's "October Besieged City". It seems that he is also working with Zhang Ziyi in a play. President Mu is very capable. This time, Teacher Fan's transformation prospects are very good..."
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Wei Yang's words sounded nice, but they were actually praises and insults.
After leaving Huayi, Fan Xiaopang basically cut himself off from the Beijing circle, so he immediately got in touch with the Hong Kong circle.
She already had old connections with the Hong Kong circle, and Mu Xiaoguang also had many connections in Taiwan, helping her get a lot of resources.
However, although these resources look good, in fact, Fan Xiaopang’s roles are very limited. For example, in "Shinjuku Incident" and "October Siege", he basically has only a few scenes.
Not to mention the male actors, even the female actors were overshadowed by Xu Cainü and Chun Ge.
Not to mention the movie "Perfect Match" she filmed with Zhang Ziyi, in which Zhang Ziyi was the female lead and producer, and Fan Xiaopang played the "vicious second female lead".
Such a gap is definitely not something to boast about for Fan Xiaopang, who has worked hard to market the four Dan and two Bing positions.
Of course, there are also two literary and artistic films, in which Fan Xiaopang is the absolute core C position.
But given the current market environment and her positioning, art films will only be that good unless they can win awards.
So although Fan Xiaopang claims to be breaking into the film industry and has no shortage of resources, and can even participate in big productions, when it comes to actual research, her position is very embarrassing, equivalent to a vase that is just used as an embellishment.
Wei Yang's words were to tell Mu Xiaoguang that he was not completely unprepared, he had already figured out the route, and no amount of big talk could scare him.
The film industry is more powerful than TV dramas, but you, Fan Xiaopang, are not doing very well in the film industry, so don't act like a god descending to earth to show off.
Mu Xiaoguang and Wei Yang were talking back and forth, both of them were smiling and their words sounded pleasant to the ears, but secretly there were flashes of swords and sabers.
After the negotiations, it couldn't be said that anyone suffered a loss, but Mu Xiaoguang truly witnessed how powerful Wei Yang was, and he respected Wei Yang a little more.
Although Wei Yang is very difficult to deal with, the more difficult a person is, the more capable he is and the more likely he is to achieve results.
Unconsciously, the balance in Mu Xiaoguang's heart had tilted slightly.
At this moment, there was a knock on the door of the reception room, and a beautiful and delicate fox-faced beauty pushed the door open and stretched out her hand to Wei Yang with a smile.
"Sorry, there was a traffic jam on the road, Mr. Wei, I'm late."
Born in September 1981, Fan Xiaopang is now 27 years old, which is the golden age for women.
She has a natural charming and enchanting face, and her every frown, smile, gesture and movement exudes an irresistible charm.
As for this woman, you can question and criticize her character and private life, but she is a disaster to the country and the people, and she is really a person who is being chased by God to make a living.
Wei Yang gently held the boneless little hand and said, "Teacher Fan, I have admired you for a long time."
"Don't call me Teacher Fan. It sounds like you're talking about Teacher Fan Wei. I'm probably older than you, and we're from the same hometown. It shouldn't be too much to call myself sister."
Fan Xiaopang is not popular, but that does not mean she has low emotional intelligence. On the contrary, most of the people who really exclude her are female stars and related stakeholders. Among other people with whom she is not in strong competition, her reputation is actually quite good.
When I met Wei Yang for the first time, he was generous and enthusiastic, and they became closer in just a few words.
Da Mimi still has a lot to learn!
Wei Yang thought to himself, and his smile became brighter and more friendly: "Then my trip this time was not in vain. I recognize a sister, and I will have someone to eat with me when I come to Beijing next time."
“Hahaha~”
The laughter broke the confrontation between Wei Yang and Mu Xiaoguang, and the atmosphere in the reception room became harmonious again.
Wei Yang and Xia Cong looked at each other inadvertently and reached a tacit understanding.
What's the use of being on the road? It's just an excuse. This woman must have been listening nearby. It seems that she takes their project very seriously. There's something going on today.
On the other side, Mu Xiaoguang and Fan Xiaopang also exchanged glances with each other.
[This kid is too smart, I can't scare him]
[Then stop beating around the bush and get to the point]
(End of this chapter)