This actor wants to pay more

Chapter 493 If you don’t agree, let Zidan practice with me

Ding Xiu's original intention of arranging this wine party was to ease the relationship between Huang Bo and Bao Qiang. It must be said that Huang Bo also has high emotional intelligence, and he could calm down the atmosphere in a few words.

He said that he was filming with Xu Zheng because of the favor, and at the same time he affirmed Bao Qiang and put himself in his shoes to understand his difficulties.

After the meal, everyone was happy.

The grudge in Baoqiang's heart also disappeared.

Another week has passed, and the Spring Festival is halfway through, and the box office results of several popular movies can basically be seen as 7788.

When I was a kid, I drove high and went low, and lacked stamina, so I was scolded the worst.

Netizens rated it four points.

However, due to the good early publicity, it still made a lot of money at the box office. It is currently 460 million, and it is still 40 million short of 500 million.

If nothing else, we should be able to cross the 500 million threshold.

The bet between Ding Xiu and Yang Mi is likely to lose.

This wave of operations made Ding Xiuren numb.

I originally thought that my childhood was over, but who knew that it would take a twists and turns, and I would reach more than 400 million after stumbling all the way.

"Brother Xiu, are you there?"

"Brother Baoqiang, are you there?"

Yang Mi asked three times a day in the group.

From time to time, Meimei posts a few selfies in the group. It can be seen that she is in a good mood.

People say that the movies she makes are bad. Can a bad movie have a box office of more than 400 million yuan?

It's obviously jealousy.

If the box office of more than 400 million yuan is all bad movies, then she would rather make a few more bad movies.

At this moment, Da Mimi was a little distracted.

"We are rushing to shoot the second part of "Little Times". It will be completed next month if nothing happens. When it is released in the middle of the year, Brother Baoqiang, remember to come and support it."

"Okay, we will definitely be there." Wang Baoqiang quickly replied: "Xiao Yang, our bet has been completed. This is what you asked me to ask."

Wang Baoqiang, who is usually honest and honest, is also a bit of a thief when he is smart, and Yang Mi was fooled in a blink of an eye.

Ding Xiu also took the opportunity to say: "Me too, I will definitely be there."

Yang Mi was not stupid, and sneered: "Brother Xiu, please pay attention, I didn't ask you, Brother Baoqiang, to read the chapter first, I will talk to you in detail later when I am busy."

Originally, the bet was aimed at Ding Xiu. Wang Baoqiang escaped, and he didn't count on him.

Just catch Ding Xiu.

Want to run?

I have to ask her if she will answer.

In front of the mobile phone screen, Ding Xiu was embarrassed and hoped that Damimi wouldn't cause any trouble.

"Don't worry, I keep my word, then you take your time filming."

The speed at which he made money when he was a child was still a bit beyond his expectation. The filming of the second part started before the first part was released.

Judging from the shooting speed, it is probably another bad movie. I don’t know how many viewers will buy it this time, and if there are still hundreds of millions in box office.

Soon after, Ding Xiu also went to make a bad movie.

Make money, not shabby.

When Ding Xiu was still thinking about what movies to make in overseas to make money, Wang Baoqiang called.

"Brother Xiu, what are you thinking about going to the martial arts world alone?"

A lot of time had passed since this incident. The film crew was urging him to sign the contract. He would first check the situation on Ding Xiu's side. If Ding Xiu didn't go, he wouldn't go either.

"I have made an appointment to meet with the director next week. The specific situation can only be decided after the discussion."

After Wang Baoqiang talked to him before, he asked Qin Chao Entertainment District to contact the film crew the next day.

The agent negotiated for two rounds, but overall it was a bit stumbling.

A few days ago, director Chen Desheng asked him to meet and talk in detail. He probably had concerns, so he just made time and prepared to meet next week.

After thinking for a few seconds, Wang Baoqiang said: "Call me at a specific time. I also want to talk to the director about the script."

The fact that it has not been finalized for so long shows that the film crew is a bit undecided.

He planned to go with Ding Xiu to talk to the director and express his thoughts and attitudes.

No matter what, Ding Xiu must be kept.

"Okay, I'll send you the time and place later."

"OK!"

A week later, online, some people were happy and some were sad.

Xingye's "Journey to the West: Conquer the Demons" has already exceeded 1 billion, becoming the second highest-grossing movie in history. The release of the second movie to exceed 1 billion has caused a sensation.

How long has it been since the last Billion movie?

It's only a year.

Once upon a time, a box office of over 100 million was considered very impressive. Now there are several movies with a box office of over 500 million.

I'm embarrassed to celebrate a box office of 200 to 300 million yuan.

Even Wu Jing's Wolf Warrior has been counterattacking and soaring all the way. At the end of February, the box office exceeded 500 million. Now it is 530 million. It is estimated that there will be 10 to 20 million in the remaining week.

There are many positive reviews for this patriotic film.

"Yes, the director worked hard, and the scenes and props were shot realistically. It made my blood boil."

"The director is awesome. Anyone who offends China will be punished no matter how far away he is!"

"I recommend everyone to go to the cinema and watch it."

"Wu Jing is awesome, Leng Feng is awesome!!"

"Isn't this better than when you were a child?"

"Li Dahong's acting skills are as excellent as ever, and this gangster is amazing."

"The hero uses his heel to load the gun. I don't understand. Is this scientific?"

"I passed by with eight years of military experience. I replied upstairs. Scientifically, in fact, this is conservative. It's not just the heels, but also the ribs and thighs. It's just a bit of muscle waste."

"By the way, it can also be loaded in the air. As long as it has enough inertia, it can go up with a hard swing."

This is Wu Jing’s second time as a director. The last time was Langya, which had a box office of more than 80 million. This time, he directly made more than 500 million. It was a mess. Ding Xiu and Qin Chao Entertainment, who followed the investment, both made a lot of money. .

He is another successful case of actor-turned-director after Xu Zheng.

In the circle, the most popular people in recent times are Zhou Xingchi, Xu Zheng, Wu Jing, and Guo Jingming.

Guo Jingming's "Little Times" has finally exceeded 500 million, and it is expected to have a box office of 500 million in the end.

After becoming a star writer, he became a star director, and for a time he was in the limelight and high-spirited.

Now we are busy filming the second part of Little Times, preparing to create another wave of miracles.

Although many people criticize him, it is undeniable that the current domestic film market is really good, so good that it is exploding.

With hundreds of millions in box office at every turn, who wouldn’t be jealous?

Recently, the State Administration of Optoelectronics has received twice as many movie scripts for review than in previous years.

Hundreds of movies are waiting to be released, ready to be released.

The market situation was good, and the General Administration of Optoelectronics was very happy. With a wave of his hand, all the projects were approved.

The director can make it if he wants. A film can drive a lot of economic, tourism, food, and clothing. These are all additional enhancements.

There are hundreds of people in the crew, big and small, and all they eat, drink, and eat is money. They burn hundreds of thousands every day. It can not only provide employment, but also drive consumption and boost the local economy. Why not do it.

As for whether it can be released after filming, that is another matter.

Improper views, blood, and pornography will definitely not be shown. The slogan of Optoelectronics is to be lenient in and strict out.

……

In the afternoon, a high-end restaurant in Peiping.

In the private room, Ding Xiu and Wang Baoqiang were drinking coffee and chatting.

After a while, the martial arts director Chen Desheng hurried over.

After entering the door, he clasped his hands and apologized: "I'm sorry, the road is too busy. I will punish myself with three drinks in a while."

He left half an hour early today, but he didn't expect that there would still be huge traffic jams. On some sections, it would take 20 minutes to walk only one or two hundred meters.

Ding Xiu and Wang Baoqiang smiled and said it wouldn't be a problem.

The roads in Peiping are indeed blocked.

There is a joke on the Internet that a robber robbed a bank and drove away, only to be stuck in traffic on the Third Ring Road an hour later.

Chen Desheng is from Hong Kong Island and doesn’t live in Peiping very often. He doesn’t know which road sections are the most congested at that time. It’s normal to be late on the first day out.

"It's okay, we've just arrived, Director Chen, sit down."

"Waiter, serve." Chen Desheng didn't drink alcohol, he drank tea. After they finished cooking, they chatted for a while, talking about home cooking, the movie market, and their feelings.

An hour later, when the meal was almost done, Ding Xiucai smiled and said: "Director Chen, I really like the character Xia Houwu. I wonder if I can give him a chance."

In fact, before this, the agent had talked with the film crew several times, but they were vague and never gave an answer.

This time, he just wanted a clear statement.

Chen Desheng was in a dilemma: "Brother Xiu, it's not that we don't want to give it to you. To be honest, I have always wanted to cooperate with you."

"It's just that Zi Dan has been fighting for this role in the early stage. Many people in the company have agreed to let him play. We have negotiated everything and just need to sign the contract."

"You said that you suddenly interfered and it was really difficult for me to handle."

Ding Xiu lightly slapped his hands on the table and moved towards the edge of the table. Chen Desheng's eyelids twitched, for fear that the next second Ding Xiu would say something difficult and just stop doing it, and then flipped the table.

However, Ding Xiu just put his hand under the table, took out a cigarette from his pocket and lit it, and said calmly: "Director Chen, how do you think I am worse than Zidan?"

Chen Desheng was embarrassed: "Our drama has a lot of martial arts. After all, Zidan is..."

Ding Xiu blew out a smoke ring and interrupted: "How about you let him come over and I can practice with him?"

Chen Desheng was so suppressed that his face turned red and he asked Zhen Zidan to fight with Ding Xiu. Isn't this a joke?

Who in the entertainment industry doesn't know that Ding Xiu is famous for his ability to fight.

What he wants to express is that Donnie Yen is a professional in martial arts films and has great appeal in the martial arts film market.

Ding Xiu can fight, but he shoots a variety of movies, including TV series, movies, literary films, and suspense films.

It's true that the acting career is broad, but at the same time the fan base is also mixed. In terms of the martial arts market alone, it's not as pure as Donnie Yen.

"Brother Xiu, stop joking, no one knows you can fight."

"Right, you also think that I can fight better than him." Ding Xiu leaned back on the chair, reached out to flick the cigarette ashes, and said domineeringly: "I dare say that I can shoot the actions he can do, but he can't. I can also shoot the action.”

At this time, Chen Desheng and Wang Baoqiang saw confidence in Ding Xiu.

Absolute confidence.

The two of them did not doubt what he said. Ding Xiu said that he would definitely do it.

In the field of martial arts, none of the ten Zhen Zidan is Ding Xiu's opponent.

Chen Desheng calmed down for a few seconds and said in a much softer tone: "Brother Xiu, filming is not just about martial arts."

"You're going to test me in literature and drama, right?" Ding Xiu chuckled: "I won the Best Actor Award at the Busan Film Festival last year."

Chen Desheng smiled bitterly: "Brother Xiu, that's not what I meant."

"I also won the Golden Horse Award for Best Actor!"

"Shidi also has one!"

In terms of martial arts, Zhen Zi can't fight alone, and he can't do literary drama either. How can you compete with him?

In terms of fame, that is even more of a joke. In this aspect, Ding Xiu directly crushes him.

Chen Desheng sighed: "Brother Xiu, we are considering more than this. The two leading actors are both mainland actors, and there may not be a market on Hong Kong Island."

Ding Xiu is great, but in Hong Kong, there are definitely more viewers paying for Zhen Zi alone than Ding Xiu.

Choosing Ding Xiu means that we can only give up the Hong Kong Island market.

Ding Xiu sneered: "Can the Hong Kong Island market be as big as the mainland market?"

How many markets can there be on Hong Kong Island?

A market of five to six million people? It’s a joke, it’s not as big as first-tier cities in mainland China, that is, second-tier cities.

With a box office of tens of millions, even the third-rate mainland directors are not willing to go.

At this moment, Ding Xiu directly poked Chen Desheng's lung tube. His face turned red and he was speechless.

I wanted to refute, but I couldn't.

The once Eastern Hollywood, Asia Star, has indeed declined.

Ten years ago, Hong Kong films were the most shining masterpieces in Asia.

Who does not know, who does not know?

At that time, everyone among Hong Kong artists was proud of Hong Kong films, and they were very proud of their glory.

Now, there is no job, and we are resting on our laurels every year. For decades, we are still filming police and gangsters.

With the rise of domestic entertainment, box office revenue can reach hundreds of millions and billions.

Due to the population on Hong Kong Island, even if you bring poultry into a movie theater, you won't be able to get a box office of 200 million.

The gap is just that big.

Ding Xiu put out the cigarette butt and looked straight at Chen Desheng: "Director Chen, if you have any concerns, just tell me and I will answer them for you one by one."

"Remuneration." Chen Desheng held back this sentence for a long time: "We can't afford your salary."

Most actors in Hong Kong are not well paid.

Of course, this is compared to mainland actors.

After all, the Hong Kong box office market is so big that it can support a box office of 60 to 70 million yuan. If Ding Xiu and Wang Baoqiang were hired according to mainland standards, 60 to 70 million yuan would be enough for their salary.

Investors make a lot of money.

Is the film still being shot?

Are the other actors still eating?

This time, it was Ding Xiu's turn to be silent.

Everything else is easy to negotiate, but it's a bit difficult to get paid for the film.

After thinking for a long time, Ding Xiucai slowly said: "I will be paid as much as Zhen Zidan's salary."

Chen Desheng breathed a sigh of relief and was overjoyed.

For the same price, hiring Ding Xiu is definitely a better deal, it goes without saying.

Before he could get too happy too early, Ding Xiu added: "In addition, I want a portion of the box office dividends."

Chen Desheng's smile gradually faded away, and he received dividends from the box office. This term is not new. Top actors in Hong Kong have received this treatment, such as Cheng Long, Andy Lau, Chow Yun-fa and others.

But that was Cheng Long. Compared with them, Ding Xiu was still a little far behind.

"Brother Xiu, Zidan's salary is quite high, 20 million."

I mean, don't be too greedy, no less.

"Director Chen, I suddenly regret it." Ding Xiu's expression changed.

Chen Desheng thought he regretted taking the dividend, but Ding Xiu then said, "If I had known his salary was so low, I should have paid more."

Chen Desheng: "..."

mmp!

"Brother Xiu, I can't make the decision on this. I'll discuss it with my superiors when I get back."

"You don't have to go back. You can call me right now. Call the person who can make the decision. Can you give me an accurate answer today?"

"Okay, wait a moment."

Chen Desheng took his mobile phone and went out to make a call.

Wang Baoqiang looked at Ding Xiu with admiration and admiration: "Brother Xiu, can you still talk about the script like this?"

After so many years of hard work, he felt that he was no worse than Ding Xiu.

The actor got more than Ding Xiu.

But in today's battle, Ding Xiu reached a new level.

He eagerly reduced his salary for a role, and he was still the second male lead.

As for Ding Xiu, he was about to challenge Zhen Zi to a duel. He almost took out his best actor certificate and slapped it on the table.

Not only does it cost 20 million, but it also requires a share of the box office.

Not only was the director not angry, he was also very kind.

Ding Xiu picked up the tea cup and said calmly: "Don't you understand this? When you have enough commercial value, you can challenge any capital."

"Businessmen only talk about interests. My interests are greater than Zhen Zidan, so they will choose me. If they don't want me, why would they come to negotiate."

Wang Baoqiang immediately understood: "So Director Chen's hesitation before was all just an act?"

Ding Xiu sneered: "What do you think?"

Wang Baoqiang breathed out. Sure enough, the trick of being a scheming person was not suitable for him. He was still too young.

"Then if you want to share the dividends, can they agree?"

Ding Xiu said in a deep voice: "The remuneration can be small, but the dividends cannot be waived."

An actor who just wants to earn a salary will remain an actor his whole life.

This time is just the beginning. From now on, he will get dividends from all the movies he stars in, even if his salary is reduced.

He is not only an actor, but also a capital and has the right to speak.

(End of this chapter)