This actor wants to pay more

Chapter 558 Brother, what’s the grudge between us?

The next day, Ding Xiu invited Shen Teng out for dinner.

It's not a high-end restaurant, just a private restaurant with no name.

This place is generally not open to the public and only accepts reservations from members. It usually receives bosses and celebrities.

Very private.

As soon as he entered the door, Shen Teng opened his head and looked around. This was his first time in a place like this. It was as big as a small park.

Follow the waiter to a small Chinese-style restaurant.

Behind the screen, Ding Xiu had already made a pot of tea at the table and was waiting for him.

"Brother Xiu, it's so grand."

"What's the grand ceremony? It's just a simple meal, sit down, and drink tea first."

With that said, Ding Xiu poured a cup for Shen Teng. Shen Teng pressed the back of his fingers on the table, took the tea and took a sip.

"Good tea."

Regardless of the taste, he opened his mouth and it was good tea.

Ding Xiu didn't make a sound, and neither did he.

"If it tastes good, drink more." Ding Xiu smiled lightly and said, "I read the script you gave me. It's a very good comedy."

"Currently, the company is already negotiating investment with you."

Shen Teng nodded: "I heard that, thank you Brother Xiu."

Not only did he know that Qin Chao Entertainment had begun to contact Mahua, but he also knew that the current talks were not going well and that there were many demands.

There may be a second and third round next.

An investment of 30 million cannot be negotiated once or twice, but it is better than having no negotiation at all.

Leaning back on the chair, Ding Xiu said, "Do you know what the difficulties are in the current negotiations?"

Shen Teng certainly knew that. Although he did not participate in the negotiations, as one of the company's shareholders, he knew many things.

But he knew what Ding Xiu would say next, so he shook his head cooperatively.

"Casting, filming team." Ding Xiu didn't sell it, he said it clearly: "If our company is Zhang Yimou or Wang Jiawei, Qin Chao will definitely give us the money."

"But you have no fame, no representative works, and no box office appeal. It's impossible for you to dominate with just one script."

This is the same as when a junior high school graduate goes for an interview and asks for a monthly salary of over 10,000 yuan.

You asked him to show his academic qualifications, but he didn’t have any, but he said he was very capable.

If you ask him if he has any masterpieces, he doesn't have any.

In other words, before officially starting work, he could not prove that he was worth the price.

In the workplace, companies can also use probation periods to see if intern employees are worthy of the job.

In the film and television industry, you simply don’t dare to gamble.

If the movie is released to the public, it will be too late, and all the real money will be wasted.

The filming team at Mahua is their own, and the most important position is definitely the director. Their directors are nothing more than Yan Fei and the others.

They are all nobody.

Never heard of it.

As for the actors, you don't need to think about it to know that they are Shen Teng and his group of insiders.

Let alone others, let’s talk about Shen Teng. He is the most famous in Mahua, having held three Spring Festival Galas in a row.

But he still has no box office appeal.

Because he has never acted in a movie and has been acting in sketches, so how can he get any box office appeal?

For such a person, not to mention playing the lead male role, but letting him play a supporting male role, the producers will have to bear huge pressure.

This is also the reason why so far, Mahua has been unable to get investment despite clearly holding a pair of king bombs.

Because they insisted on using their own team and their own actors.

The tea with a sweet aftertaste turned bitter in Shen Teng's mouth, and he was helpless.

"Brother Xiu, everything has a beginning. I remember that you were the leading actor in your first movie."

Ding Xiu poured some water for himself and said calmly: "Times have changed. How much did a movie cost back then? How much does it cost now?"

Shen Teng felt his temples beating hard.

A weak market.

You specifically say you want box office appeal. If you let me play the leading male lead, wouldn’t I already have box office appeal?

But you went on to say that you need to have box office appeal to play the leading male role.

The problem is, if you don’t let me act, how can I have box office appeal?

"And to tell you the truth, the Qin Dynasty actually plans to let one of us star in this drama." Ding Xiu threw another bomb at Shen Teng.

Shen Teng was anxious: "Brother Xiu, I have acted in this play hundreds of times. When it comes to understanding the character, I don't think anyone has a deeper understanding of the character than me."

"If you don't believe it, we can try it out and see the effect. If it doesn't work, I won't give you anything."

Ding Xiu waved his hand: "No, which one of us will follow the other? I still believe in your acting skills."

Shen Teng: "..."

Then you scare me so much.

"However, I have to be responsible to the company's shareholders and leadership. Many of them prefer to praise their own people. To put it bluntly, you should understand this truth. Don't you think so now?"

"I understand." Shen Teng nodded seriously.

Who doesn’t want to praise their own people.

This opportunity is rare. If you miss this time, you won’t know the year of the monkey and the month of the horse next time.

After the Year of the Monkey and the Moon of the Horse, the script may not be so good.

In short, no one wants to give up.

"Ahem!" Ding Xiu cleared his throat and said, "That's what I think. I'll take over your company directly. From now on, everyone will be our own."

"Since we are all our own people, we will definitely give priority to people with good acting skills and high adaptability to the role. You have played Charlotte in more than 600 performances, and no one can compare with you."

"It's not impossible to use Yan Fei and the others as a director. The company will send two assistant directors to help. If the producer can control the overall situation, it won't be a big problem."

"You got what you wanted. You used your own people and had funds to film. We also complied with the company's regulations. Everyone is happy. Do you think this is true?"

Shen Teng has a dark face.

Everyone is so happy.

They just needed some funds to film, and in the end they sold everyone in a package.

Is this so reasonable?

I'm just a technician, washing your feet, but you want me to stay the night, right?

Ding Xiu pulled the chair closer and patted Shen Teng on the shoulder: "Everything in the world has a price. If we can't agree, it's just that the price is wrong."

"I'm very optimistic about your company, and the price I offer will definitely satisfy you, how about it?"

"Brother Xiu, it's really not about money." Shen Teng was embarrassed: "Tell me, who is an actor these days, who doesn't want to be his own boss?"

"Take me for example. With my bad temper, if I wasn't the boss, I would definitely have quarrels with the agency every day."

"I have been free for so many years, and I am too lazy to take care of myself. I will never live the life of a regular army."

Given the choice, no one wants to be their own boss.

When an actor joins a talent agency, it's more of a chance to get ahead. There's nothing you can do about it.

He has been in Mahua for more than ten years. As one of the founding veterans, he has a deep affection for the company. How could he agree to sell the company when asked.

The same goes for other people. After so many years, they have put in countless efforts.

We are not at the end of our rope yet. Who is willing to work as a wage earner?

Ding Xiu said calmly: "If that's the case, it will be difficult to handle."

Shen Teng was embarrassed: "We are talking about business."

"Old Shen, although I haven't known you for a long time, I can tell that you are a kind person, which may not be the case for others."

Ding Xiu said earnestly: "If you are not willing to cooperate with Qin Chao, others may not be."

Subtext, without you, there are others.

But Shen Teng straightened his spine: "I can guarantee this, they won't sell it."

"Okay, take ten thousand steps back, and you won't sell, then let's talk about investment. Qin Chao will take another step back. It's okay to invest money, and it's okay to use yours for the filming team. The only requirement is that the male lead uses one of ours, what do you think? Will the others agree?"

Shen Teng was silent.

It's really hard to say.

Selling the company harms everyone's interests, and no one wants to work for someone else.

Replacing the male lead would harm his own interests, and the benefits to the company would outweigh the disadvantages. The only disadvantage would be that he would be wronged.

Even though Mahua is quite united, that's for the outside world.

Wherever there are people, there are rivers and lakes. Internally, there are twists and turns, and there are many grievances and resentments.

There are not just one or two people who are unhappy with him.

Ding Xiu continued: "In other words, it's okay to use your actors, but not you. Do you think other people will agree?"

Are you allowed to touch me now?

Shen Teng couldn't sit still: "Brother Xiu, what are you doing? We don't have any grudges, let's deal with this."

It's better to keep the money to outsiders, but to change a male protagonist within the company. Based on his understanding of those grandsons, he will definitely agree.

Why is Dante editing pictures?

Isn't this a deliberate attempt to make things difficult for him?

Could it be that I didn’t give any contribution money when I got married? I don't even know him then.

"Don't get excited, sit down, sit down." Ding Xiu pushed Shen Teng down: "I was just joking, look at you, why are you still getting up?"

Shen Teng wanted to complain, but your joke made me very happy.

I wanted to put a sack on Ding Xiu in the middle of the night.

What a grudge to punish him like this.

One moment I admired him very much and thought he was kind, but the next moment I would act like this.

Do all you powerful people talk like this?

"Actually, I still think it's a good deal to acquire your company." Ding Xiu said with a smile: "From now on, we will all be one family, and one family will not speak two languages."

"I can give you a promise, and the company will come over. In addition to Charlotte, I will also invest in three more of your dramas."

"I have read information about Mahua. In fact, many stage plays are suitable for film adaptations. It is a pity that they are kept on the stage and watched by an audience of two to three hundred people at a time."

"Such a good show should be seen by audiences across the country."

There are many Mahua stage plays, hundreds of them, many of which are excellent. From the information Ding Xiu has obtained so far, there are about ten plays that can be adapted for the big screen.

Donkey Deshui, Li Cha's Aunt, Earl of Wulong Mountain, Shy Iron Fist... are all good stage plays.

Buy it, you won’t lose money.

These stage plays have all been tested by the market, and some have been performed hundreds of times, which shows that the market response has been very good.

It shouldn’t be a loss if it’s put on the big screen.

The comedy market is booming and will become mainstream in the future. Winning Twist Twist will be more successful once and for all than winning Charlotte's Trouble.

"Brother Xiu, you said this..." At this moment, Shen Teng was really moved.

Who doesn’t want to put these plays on the big screen? Funds don’t allow it.

Making movies is expensive.

The reason why Charlotte only has a budget of 50 million this time is that they used their own in-house actors, who are all small-time actors and their prices are not expensive.

If we really adjust according to the market price, the salary of a first-line artist is tens of millions. This 50 million is not enough for the appearance fees of the male and female protagonists.

The adaptation of three plays into movies requires a minimum investment of 200 million yuan.

If you drive everyone in Mahua into the sea and become technicians, you will never be able to make so much money in your lifetime.

An opportunity like this is now in front of him. As long as he agrees to Ding Xiu, he will not have to worry about filming in the next five years, and he will also make a lot of money.

The salary alone may be enough for him to live a lifetime.

……

"Don't be anxious, think slowly, and drink tea." Ding Xiu refilled Shen Teng's cup: "I never force others to do anything."

"To be honest, when I first saw you, I felt that we were destined."

"When the Mahua merger comes over in the future, the people over there will still be managed by you. The company will not interfere. At most, the finance department will be changed, and everything else will remain the same."

"Even the company address does not need to be moved. It will remain at the original place. From now on, the five insurances, one housing fund, and land rent will be paid by the company for you."

"If you want to act, just act. If you don't want to act, then act in a play. Do something you like. How great."

It has to be said that men are born to draw big cakes.

For a moment or two, Shen Teng almost nodded in agreement, but he drank the tea in one gulp and wiped the water stains from the corners of his mouth.

"Brother Xiu, I alone have no say."

"I understand." Ding Xiu laughed loudly and slapped Shen Teng heavily on his shoulder.

It's like the technician saying there are rules in the store.

As long as the price is in place, the next step is to wait for her to get off work.

"When you go back, convey my meaning clearly and discuss with people in the company. You must respect everyone's opinions and ask if you need anything."

Discuss it with the boss and I'll add more money.

"It doesn't matter if they don't agree. I've made you my friend."

If the boss doesn't agree, come to me after get off work and I'll earn the money for you alone.

"When the time comes, you quit Mahua and move to the Qin Dynasty. If Charlotte is worried, we will still invest, and I will still support you as the male lead."

Don't give me massages anymore, resign, and I will support you.

Shen Teng stood up immediately. For some reason, the chair was very hot on his butt today.

What Ding Xiu said surprised and delighted him.

Surprisingly, he was too persistent, clinging to the twists and turns, and offered many benefits in order to acquire it.

Fortunately, he even said that even if the acquisition fails, he will be signed to play Charlotte.

"Don't be so surprised. Sit down." Ding Xiu refilled Shen Teng's glass: "You may not know much about our company's artist contract."

"Artists in the Qin Dynasty are very free. They say they are contracted artists, but in fact they are all partners and have equal status."

"The era in which artists were treated as nothing more than horses and pigeons after signing a contract has passed. What era is this? That kind of thing has long been abandoned."

"When you come to Qin Dynasty, the company will assign you a separate team. If you come with your own team and works, we will assign you a separate studio."

"If you want to make any drama in the future, let me know. As long as the script is good, the company will support it. In business, everyone uses a cooperative model to treat each other's relationship. The shares and dividends that should be given to you will not be less."

"Of course, the treatment is the same at Mahua. There's endless money to be made, and win-win cooperation..."

Shen Teng's mouth went dry after hearing this, and he poured cup after cup of tea into his stomach.

He heard that Ding Xiu meant for him to go back and instigate others to rebel.

From now on, Ma Hua's dramas will still be filmed for them and they will be given dividends, which is equivalent to Qin Chao being the financier's father.

It's okay if the Mahua guy doesn't agree. If he brings his "property" over here, he'll be treated the same way.

As far as the current situation is concerned, it is actually better for him to bring his belongings there, which is the most beneficial to him.

Pack up the twists together. In the future, when it comes to the male lead, you will have to hold meetings to select roles. If there are more wolves and less meat, it may not be you every time.

It's different if you bring your "dowry" with you.

You have the final say on how to handle the dowry, and you can definitely ensure that you will be the leading male lead every time.

"Brother Xiu, I..."

"You don't have to rush to answer me. Think slowly."

"No, I mean don't give me a refill. When will the food be served? I'm almost full."

In just a moment, I drank half a pot of tea. Can I still feel full?

"Hahaha, I'm sorry, we were so busy talking that I forgot. Waiter, serve the food!"

While the food was being served, Shen Teng went to the bathroom and weighed the pros and cons while squatting on the toilet.

The amount of information Ding Xiu had was a bit large, so he had to digest it slowly.

As I was thinking about it, I took out my phone and used the calculator to calculate my shares in the company and how much dowry I could take away if I really wanted to get married.

Ten minutes later, a refreshed Shen Teng walked out of the bathroom.

He was greeted by a house full of sumptuous meals and famous wines.

After the meal is over, it is a feast for both host and guest.

Returning to Mahua, Shen Teng immediately convened a meeting with senior management.

Yan Fei, Peng Dayu and other leading directors of the company were all present.

There were not many people, about ten or so, all of whom were core figures.

"Brother Teng, what's the reason for calling everyone here in such a hurry?"

"I'm very anxious, and I'm in the process of contacting an investor."

"It's my wife's birthday, and you don't even know how much risk I took to come here."

"You better be fine."

"Bah!" Shen Teng clapped his hands, attracted everyone's attention, and said, "Ding Xiu invited me to dinner at noon."

"Damn, that's it."

"Yesterday, their boss Qin invited me to take a bath in Shang K."

"Listen to me." Shen Teng raised his voice and said, "Ding Xiu said he wanted to dig me out."

The conference room suddenly became quiet.

This is a big deal.

Shen Teng is not only one of the founders of the company, he has also been the pillar and first brother of the company since winning the Spring Festival Gala three times in a row.

If he leaves, the company's vitality will be greatly damaged.

"You agreed?" Director Peng Dayu asked.

Several eyes were fixed on Shen Teng, waiting for his next words.

At this stage, the company is somewhat inseparable from Shen Teng. If he leaves, the loss will be too great.

"His driving conditions are very good." Shen Teng lit a cigarette and smoked.

Normally, people who don't smoke would definitely have to hold back, but this time, even those with lung cancer have to hold back.

"He said that if I come over, he will open a separate studio for me, and if he can bring his works there, they will be made into movies for me, and he will give me shares and dividends. I also have the final say as the male lead."

In the thick smoke, several old people had red eyes: "So, when you come back this time, you want to divide the family property?"

As one of the founders of the company and a shareholder, let alone Shen Teng, if he really wants to divide the family property, he does have the strength.

The company has hundreds of stage plays, many of which he has participated in directing and writing.

It is unrealistic to take them all away, but if the film and television copyrights of dozens of movies are taken away, it is still no problem.

It’s just that the future of the company may be cut off in the future, and it can only engage in stage plays.

"Brother Teng, what did everyone say back then, where is your dream of a drama?"

"Who told me that an actor's dream is to be on the stage of a drama?"

"Brother Teng, as long as we are rich and noble, don't forget each other."

"Brother Teng, you brought me here. I support any choice you make. I'm with you."

"Old Shen, you can't say that. We are a team. We have gone through ups and downs over the years. At this time, we must work together."

"Damn, you want to be a traitor?"

Hearing that Shen Teng was treated so well, there were four or five different voices in the conference room.

Technical people all support Shen Teng, such as directors Yan Fei and Peng Dayu.

The two of them want to be film directors more than anyone else, and with Shen Teng, they will have more opportunities.

Management was a little unhappy.

If Shen Teng left with people and things, more than half of the company would be destroyed, and that's just with a few directors.

It would be great fun if the actors below followed his lead.

"Old Wang, look at you, you are so anxious." Shen Teng blew out a smoke ring and smiled: "He said he would give the company the same treatment."

"When Mahua merges with the Qin Dynasty, we are still the same team, and we even help with five insurances and one housing fund."

"We still have the final say in the company. The management will not move. In addition, in the next few years, Qin Chao will provide money to help remake three dramas and put them on the big screen."

As soon as these words came out, the original neutral faction was moved.

Three movies, how much is the dividend?

This is only in the next few years. What if in a few more years, other dramas will also be remade?

Taking ten thousand steps back, the Qin Dynasty invested money. Even if they lost a dime and made no profit, they had no loss. It was a matter of huge profit.

"Brother Teng, what do you think?"

Many eyes looked at Shen Teng.

"I think there is something going on." Shen Teng said: "They are a professional film and television company, and they are better at operation and management than us."

"The Qin Dynasty is rich, powerful, and well-connected. It will definitely be better for them to make movies than for us."

"However, we must not forget our roots. We can hand over the film and television rights, but we must retain the rights to perform dramas, so as to leave a way out."

Even if he didn't say anything, Ding Xiu wouldn't be able to buy them all.

Not all dramas are suitable for remakes. At most, you can just pick a few that are highly malleable, and you don’t need to acquire all the copyrights. It’s not necessary.

Just get the film and television rights.

"There are also some things that need to be made clear. We are all working together as equals. We have to retain some rights when it comes to hiring and casting."

Shen Teng said loudly: "This is the guarantee for our mahua artists. We must ensure that everyone can film."

"The last thing is the amount of stock dividends. We must try our best to negotiate. This is a responsible attitude towards everyone."

In a word, both leaders and employees have been taken into consideration.

Joining the Qin Dynasty, actors can act in dramas, and they have an additional path to become film and television actors.

To be honest, who among the people below doesn’t want to make movies?

Playing a drama is very hard, with a guarantee of a few thousand yuan a month. If you work harder and have more roles, it will cost you 8,000 yuan a month. What is enough money for you in Peking?

Filmmaking is different. A walk-on job lasts seven to eighty-one days, but a day with a few lines lasts several hundred days.

If you act as a special guest, you can get 30,000 to 40,000 yuan per movie.

Of course, the actors in their twists and turns can't be specially commissioned. They have to play supporting roles anyway. It's easy to earn hundreds of thousands from a movie.

The box office share has been negotiated, and the management has money to make.

They publish the rights and actors, and Ding Xiu is responsible for paying, post-operation, publicity, and distribution.

If a movie has a box office of several hundred million, it will be a lot of money to distribute to everyone.

As long as there are two or three hits, just the dividends, you won't have to worry about it for the rest of your life.

(End of this chapter)