China Entertainment Times 1999

Chapter 150 Zhang Jizhong’s invitation, goodbye Xu Qing! (Please subscribe!)

Beijing, CCTV building.

In the lounge, Lin Xuan was sitting on a chair putting on makeup, holding the script given by the program crew in his hand.

The script contains the program flow, questions the host may ask, and the content of the live interaction.

There is nothing fancy about CCTV’s program, it’s just the crew sitting on the sofa being interviewed.

Both the format and the questions are quite satisfactory, with nothing out of the ordinary.

No wonder your ratings are low.

If you don’t engage in controversial topics and brush aside the edges, who wants to watch a bunch of people gossiping on stage?

After reading the script in his hand, the door of the lounge was pushed open.

"Hey, Producer Zhang, long time no see."

"It's been a long time since I saw you. You came quite early."

Lin Xuan stood up, shook hands with Zhang Jizhong and said hello.

Counting the time, the two of them haven't seen each other for half a year.

Lin Xuan is busy filming, and Lao Zhang is busy with the post-production of "Swordsman".

"You are filming the TV series "The Storm" recently, right?"

"Yeah, it just took a month of filming."

"I read in the newspaper that there were rumors of an affair between you and Jiang Qingqing. Is it true?"

"Of course it's false. Can you trust the news from third-rate newspapers?"

"I don't believe others, so it's hard to say what you say."

When he was on the set of "The Swordsman", Lao Zhang discovered that he and Xu Qing were very close.

They were affectionate when filming, and they were also tired of being together when taking a break.

When Lin Xuan finished filming, Xu Qing even personally sent him to the airport.

Lao Zhang is not blind, he has already begun to suspect.

However, the age difference between the two was too big. At most, they were just a husband and wife on the set, and Lao Zhang didn't mind his own business.

It's not entirely his fault.

Lin Xuan has good looks, popularity, and resources, and those actresses will definitely pounce on him when they see him.

"What time is it? Why hasn't Sister Xu Qing come yet?"

"You are asking the wrong person this question." Lao Zhang said with a smile.

As soon as she finished speaking, Xu Qing pushed the door open and walked in.

"Hello, long time no see."

Xu Qing was wearing a black and white dress and a pair of pearl necklaces today. She looked gentle, elegant and dignified.

"Sister Qing, long time no see."

Lin Xuan took a quick look and then took the initiative to hug him.

Lin Xuan's lips felt a dull pain when he saw her.

This sister is a sweet-tempered person and will really bite when she gets anxious.

Compared with her, Jiang Qingqing looked gentle and virtuous.

"So enthusiastic."

Xu Qing smiled and accepted the hug, and also gave her a kiss.

The two of them seemed to have forgotten their past grudges, and they smiled away when they met.

The three of them sat on chairs and chatted while putting on makeup.

Soon, other actors from the crew arrived one after another.

We all worked in the same crew, and we all have some feelings for each other.

We haven’t seen each other for several months, so exchanges of greetings and pleasantries are inevitable.

The originally spacious lounge gradually became crowded and noisy.

All the actors put on their makeup, and the show host came in to say hello, and then checked the script with them.

Everything is ready and everyone heads to the studio.

The host came on stage to open the show, and there was a burst of applause from the audience on stage.

The studio in front of us was very large, and there were an estimated 400 people in the audience.

After the opening remarks, the host said:

"Now we invite the main cast of "The Swordsman"!
Welcome producer Zhang Jizhong, actor Lin Xuan, and heroine Xu Qing. "

The three of them arranged their clothes again and stepped into the venue.

"Ahhhhh!!!"

Lin Xuan waved to the audience, setting off warm cheers.

It has been a long time since he appeared on a show and no new dramas have been aired. Fans were still very excited to see him live.

The three of them introduced themselves one by one, then sat on the sofa, preparing to be interviewed.

The host first asked the question to Zhang Jizhong:
"Producer Zhang, "Swordsman" will premiere on CCTV soon, and the audience is looking forward to it very much.

Please share with us first what is the difference between this version and the previous version. "

Lao Zhang picked up the phone and started talking.

This filming was so hard and not easy.

The crew spent several months just looking for locations across the country.

But it's all worth it.

This version of "The Swordsman" is beautifully shot, and many of the scenes could be used as a tourism promotional video.

The host showed no proof, and played several prepared videos.

Cliffs, waterfalls, streams, fields and flowers, country towns... appeared on the screen one after another.

The audience watched intently.

The topic on Lao Zhang's side is over, and Lin Xuan is next.

He first talked about his understanding of the character "Linghu Chong" and his views on the overall story of "The Swordsman".

These words are all clichés and have nothing new.

When it was Xu Qing's turn, the host's questions were a bit sharp.

When the cast of "The Swordsman" was revealed, she was questioned and boycotted by the audience.

If someone in his 30s plays the role of a seventeen or eighteen-year-old girl, Zhang Jizhong must be out of his mind.

Apart from their age, Xu Qing and Lin Xuan didn't feel like a couple when they stood together, but more like an elder sister and a younger brother.

Faced with these doubts, Xu Qing gave an explanation on the spot.

Zhang Jizhong and Lin Xuan also helped talk and praised Xu Qing for her excellent performance.

The questions from the three of them are over, and then comes the supporting characters.

Especially Chen Lifeng, who plays Yi Lin, she shaved her head directly for filming.

This level of professionalism is worthy of praise even now.The style of CCTV programs is relatively stable.

The host's questions all revolved around the crew and the TV series itself.

If it were another TV station, they would definitely have to ask about the scandal between Lin Xuan and Xu Qing.

Did the two fall in love because of the drama? Which of the three female characters do you like the most?

This is how you get ratings.

But it’s not like CCTV doesn’t understand that questions that are inconvenient for the host to ask can be asked by the audience.

Towards the end of the show, a few "lucky viewers" got the chance to ask questions.

Their questions were gossip, but asked in a more tactful way.

I didn’t ask the three actresses who do you like?
Instead, he asked: "In real life, which one of the three do you like "Ren Yingying", "Yue Lingshan" and "Yilin" more?"

"Of course Ren Yingying." Lin Xuan gave the answer without hesitation.

Hearing this, Xu Qing, who was sitting aside, covered her mouth and laughed.

"why?"

Lin Xuan explained: "Ren Yingying is a holy aunt of the Demon Cult and has a high status in the world.

Her family is extremely rich, she is very beautiful, and she treats me wholeheartedly. Who can refuse such a perfect woman. "

As soon as he finished speaking, the entire audience applauded enthusiastically.

His answer was different from those tired clichés about filial piety and kindness.

But this kind of answer seems real and the audience likes to hear it.

In the final stage, Lin Xuan performed Linghu Chong's "Dugu Nine Swords".

This time the recording of the program is over.

The broadcast lasted less than an hour, but the recording took more than twice as long.

After recording the show, Zhang Jizhong and the others were preparing to leave, but Lin Xuan still had something to do.

Lao Zhang grabbed him and said, "It's rare for the crew to meet each other. I've reserved a private room in the restaurant. Remember to come over after you finish your work."

Lin Xuan would just fly back to Hengdian tomorrow and had no other work tonight, so he nodded and agreed.

Several middle-level leaders from CCTV chatted with Lin Xuan for a while, mainly about "Detective Di Renjie 2".

This drama is solely owned by CCTV, so the higher-ups must take it seriously.

In addition, they also asked Lin Xuan about his plans for the next drama, and it seemed that he was planning to have a hand in it.

"I plan to direct my next drama and shoot a costumed martial arts drama."

"Is it an adaptation of Jin Yong Gu Long's work?"

"This is my original script. The plot is still being conceived. I will probably wait until the filming of this drama is completed before I can finish it."

"Okay, when the script is written, be sure to show it to me."

Lin Xuan was in a very good mood after leaving the phone numbers of several leaders and receiving quasi-investment from CCTV.

Come out of the CCTV building and take a car directly to the restaurant.

…………

Tonight's dinner was paid for by Zhang Jizhong himself, and the restaurant had been booked in advance.

When Lin Xuan arrived at the hotel, he saw them all playing cards and chatting, and the atmosphere was very lively.

"Lin Xuan, come and sit."

Seeing him come in, Zhang Jizhong waved quickly.

As soon as Lin Xuan sat down, he asked straight to the point:
"When will you finish filming the drama "The Storm"?"

Lin Xuan thought for a while: "Probably the end of April."

"It's still not too late. Do you have a schedule after May?"

"Producer Zhang is filming a new drama?"

Lao Zhang left CCTV at the beginning of the year and started his own company.

No matter how much you earn at CCTV as a worker, you might as well go out and work alone.

Relying on the contacts and resources accumulated in the past, it is easy for Lao Zhang to attract investment if he shoots a new drama.

"Yes." Lao Zhang nodded confidently:
"It's also Jin Yong's drama "Legend of the Condor Heroes". The copyright has been negotiated, but now the only thing missing is the cast."

"The Legend of the Condor Heroes."

Lin Xuan frowned unconsciously.

Lao Zhang has remade many Jin Yong dramas, and "The Condor" is definitely among the bottom three in terms of word-of-mouth alone.

Although Jin Yong himself likes it very much, there are too many viewers who can't resist scolding it, so it's better not to wade into this muddy water.

"Producer Zhang, there seems to be no role suitable for me in The Condor Shooting. Guo Jing was a silly boy in the early stage, and my image is not suitable."

Lin Xuan must be the male lead in a TV series.

No matter how arrogant Zhang Jizhong is, it is impossible for him to play Yang Kang.

"There's nothing inappropriate about it. Your acting skills are so good. It's not difficult to play a wise and foolish character."

Zhang Jizhong does not intend to give up, he really wants to cooperate with Lin Xuan again.

Lin Xuan shook his head and said: "Producer Zhang, I'm really not suitable, you should find someone else.

Besides, I don’t have any schedule after May. "

"Have you received a new drama?"

"No, I'm going to make a costume martial arts drama myself."

"Is that so..."

After all the words were said, Zhang Jizhong could shake his head and no longer forced himself.

"I'm so sorry."

"It's okay. Let's work together again next time when there is a suitable role for you."

……

The dinner lasted until nine o'clock.

Lin Xuan drank a lot of wine and felt a little dizzy when walking.

Not long after leaving the restaurant, I received a text message on my phone.

Lin Xuan smiled and said: "Zhang Qiang, don't go home yet, take me to the hotel."

"Good boss."

Ten minutes later, the Mercedes-Benz drove into a nearby high-end hotel.

Lin Xuan came to the door of a suite based on the room number on the text message.

"Boom boom boom!"

After a while, the door opened.

Xu Qing appeared in front of him wearing silk pajamas.

(End of this chapter)