China Entertainment Times 1999

Chapter 216 Zhang Jizhong wants to compare ratings with me? (Please subscribe!)

In the evening, the crew called it a day.

Lin Xuan changed his clothes and asked for leave from director Li Dawei.

"Director, I have a new drama to start promoting, and I need to take five days off."

The TV series "The Best in the World" written, directed and starred by Lin Xuan is about to premiere.

Several leading actors in the crew are preparing to participate in a variety show on CCTV to promote the show.

The price of the first broadcast rights of "No. 1000 in the World" is million yuan.

A total of six TV stations on both sides of the Taiwan Strait and three places bought the first broadcast rights.

Based on the first-round revenue alone, the three investors have already made back their capital and made money.

It's different from "Wind and Cloud".

The four mainland TV stations that premiered this time included CCTV's TV drama channel.

"The TV series must be promoted before it starts airing. Just go ahead and I will approve it."

The last time Chen Hong came to visit the class, she had already said hello to him.

"Thank you, director."

"You're welcome, walk slowly."

…………

That night, Lin Xuan took the car back to the courtyard and had a bowl of noodles in the restaurant as a late night snack.

He came to the backyard to take a rest, and suddenly found that the master bedroom was brightly lit.

Hey, why is the light in the master bedroom still on?

First of all, ruling out the possibility of thieves, there is absolutely no problem with the security of the courtyard.

Apart from thieves, there were only a few people who had the right to enter the backyard.

Lin Xuan smiled and opened the door and walked into the master bedroom.

"How did you come?"

Fan Xiaopang turned around and said with a smile: "This is my home, I can come whenever I want."

Lin Xuan stepped forward and picked her up.

"What are you doing?"

Fan Xiaopang happily gave him a hammer.

Even if you support her, this is a sign of love for her.

"Weigh it, it seems heavy again."

Lin Xuan pretended to weigh it.

"Get lost, you're the one who said I don't need to lose weight."

"I keep my word, but I want to test your weight gain first."

"Hate."

…………

late at night.

The two sighed deeply and lay on the bed contentedly.

Lin Xuan was about to have a cigarette afterward when Fan Xiaopang kicked him.

"Don't leave yet."

"What's wrong?"

"I heard you have a new movie project, maybe a martial arts movie?"

The "Embroidered Spring Knife" project has not yet been announced to the public.

But Huayi is an investor and will definitely reveal the news to its actors and let them find a way out.

Fan Xiaopang just learned about the situation from Wang Jinhua today.

"Yes, you are quite well-informed."

Fan Xiaopang rolled his eyes at him.

"You're so smart, why didn't you tell me earlier?"

Lin Xuan turned sideways, looked at her and said, "It's useless to tell you in advance."

"Why is it useless?" Fan Xiaopang stared at him.

"You haven't read the script yet, have you?"

"If you haven't seen it, you know it's a martial arts movie."

"Then let me tell you. The heroine of the movie is a prostitute from the Jiaofang Division.

She was tortured every day, lost hope in life, her expression was numb, and her eyes were dull..."

Speaking of dull eyes, Lin Xuan suddenly remembered Zhou Miaotong played by Liu Shishi in the original version of "Xiu Chun Dao".

When I first watched the movie, I thought her acting was pretty good, not as bad as netizens said.

Looking back now, I feel numb and my eyes are dull.

The role of Zhou Miaotong was tailor-made for her.

"Understand, this role doesn't suit you at all, so I didn't tell you.

If the heroine is the oiran of the Jiaofangsi, then I will definitely inform you as soon as possible. "

"Get out of here..."

Fan Xiaopang kicked him again, you are the oiran.

"Then who are you going to find to play this role?"

Lin Xuan pondered for a moment.

I recalled all the actresses I had worked with, but I still couldn't think of the right one.

"I don't know. Let's wait until the audition. Every time I choose an actor, I am used to deciding after the audition."

The actor's makeup and daily state are completely two different people.

Some people may seem suitable to you, but they won't be that interesting once they are put on stage.

Fan Xiaopang said: "By the way, Sister Hua asked me to tell you, please take more care of her actors."

"Silly girl, don't get involved in this kind of thing in the future."

Lin Xuan patted her head lightly.

Fan Xiaopang asked in confusion: "Why?"

"You're so stupid. If these roles are to be reserved, Sister Hua has to spend money. It's a good idea to think of nothing."

"I understand the truth, but Sister Hua is your and my benefactor after all..."

Lin Xuan rolled his eyes at her: "One code equals another code. Sister Hua is a shareholder of Huayi. You, a wage earner, must not empathize with your boss.

I have helped her earn at least 3000 million yuan in the past three years. What kind of kindness is not enough to repay her? "

Fan Xiaopang originally wanted to argue, but when he heard that Lin Xuan had helped Wang Jinhua earn 3000 million in three years, he immediately stopped talking.

If that's the case, it's better for brothers to settle the accounts.

Sister Hua is a benefactor, but Lin Xuan is a lover. I also have a share of the money he earns.

Xiaopang cleared his mind, said nothing more, and let Lin Xuan go out to smoke.

…………

The next morning, the crew of "The Best in the World" gathered at the CCTV building.

Pushing open the dressing room door, the atmosphere inside was lively.

"Director Lin."

"Welcome, Director Lin." "Director Lin, long time no see."

Lin Xuan arrived at the CCTV building on time.

The actors gathered around one after another, and Lin Xuan also greeted everyone enthusiastically.

"Director Lin."

"Well, long time no see."

Seeing Chen Kun, Lin Xuan immediately thought of "The Golden Family".

In the original TV series, he played Jin Yanxi.

With this role, Chen Kun skyrocketed and became a popular actor in Mainland China.

Although Lin Xuan robbed him of Jin Yanxi, he also compensated him for playing Duan Tianya, so they didn't owe each other anything.

"Xiao Ming, have you finished filming the TV series?"

"My scene has just been filmed and I just returned to Beijing at the end of last month."

"Bingbing, you look beautiful again."

"Haha. You have become more handsome too."

"Brother Quan, how's your business going lately?"

"Just so-so, just making some extra money."

After saying hello, Lin Xuan sat down to put on makeup and check the variety show script.

The procedures and routines of interview variety shows are similar.

Let’s talk about the plot, the filming process, share the gossip and scandals, and finally talk about the talent.

These celebrity gossips are all ratings codes.

Neither CCTV nor local stations are willing to miss it. The only difference lies in the scale.

He and Fan Xiaopang have collaborated many times.

We have acted several times just as a couple.

The host will definitely not let go of such a hot topic.

But in the face of Lin Xuan, who is such a ruthless person, no one can get the truth out of him without falling out.

…………

Two and a half hours later, the variety show recording ended and everyone returned to the dressing room.

"Everyone finally got together. I'm treating you to a treat at noon. You must come."

The actors cooperated in the promotion. As a director and investor, treating guests to dinner is a necessary etiquette.

"We will definitely come."

"Thank you, Director Lin, for the treat."

"You're welcome, then I'll call and make a reservation."

Lin Xuan went out and called the club manager and booked three tables of wine and food.

At this time, Director Wu of the Film and Television Department came over from the stairs.

"Lin Xuan."

"Director Wu."

"What a coincidence. I have something to do with you."

"What is it?"

Lin Xuan took out a cigarette and handed it over, and the two stood in the corridor smoking and chatting.

Director Wu asked about "The Golden Family", and Lin Xuan told him all about the current situation of the crew.

Then he talked about an interesting thing.

""No. 1 in the World" will be broadcast in mid-July, but do you know which drama will succeed "No. 1 in the World"?

Seeing his strange expression, Lin Xuan smiled and shook his head: "I don't know!"

"Zhang Jizhong's "The Legend of the Condor Heroes"!"

Lin Xuan looked a little surprised when he heard this answer.

The bearded man likes to work slowly and carefully when filming TV series.

The same 40-episode TV series can be filmed by an experienced crew in three months.

But Zhang Jizhong started shooting at least half a year ago, and he is famous for his ink marks.

"The Legend of the Condor Heroes" was only completed at the end of last year. Under normal circumstances, it would not be broadcast until the end of this year.

It's only been half a year now, when did Lao Zhang's efficiency become so fast?

Lin Xuan was curious, but did not ask directly: "Director Zhang's martial arts drama is good, and the ratings are still guaranteed.

But he has already gone out to work alone, so why is he still cooperating with CCTV? "

Director Wu explained: “He has a lot of connections at CCTV, and besides investing in co-produced dramas, CCTV also buys a lot of TV dramas every year.

As you said, the ratings of Zhang Jizhong's martial arts drama are guaranteed, so the two companies cooperated. But that's not the point. "

Lin Xuan asked: "What is that?"

Director Wu was mysterious and whispered: ""The Legend of the Condor Heroes" will succeed "The World's No. 1". Zhang Jizhong wants to compare the ratings with you."

After listening to his explanation and remembering the news he had seen before, Lin Xuan understood it all at once.

The two collaborated on "Swordsman", which received good reviews and good reviews. The media and netizens also praised it more than criticized it.

When the cast of "The Legend of the Condor Heroes" was officially announced, there were a lot of criticisms.

It was generally believed that Li Yapeng and Zhou Xun were not suitable to play Guo Jing and Huang Rong, and the media and netizens questioned Zhang Jizhong's casting vision.

It happened that at this time, Lin Xuan mentioned his rejection of "The Legend of the Condor Heroes" in an interview.

Therefore, the new version of "The Condor" was labeled "Lin Xuan is not optimistic" by the media.

As we all know, Lin Xuan has the aura of being "a surefire hit".

In the same way, the TV series he refuses to star in will definitely not turn out well.

This incident is getting more and more intense, and everyone is following the trend to ridicule Zhang Jizhong.

Some people even said that the great success of "Swordsman" was mostly due to Lin Xuan.

If the protagonist were replaced by Li Yapeng, this drama would be absolutely terrible.

When Lao Zhang heard these remarks, he was furious.

In order to prove himself again, he started working overtime and started doing post-production work after the TV series was filmed.

As a former member of CCTV, he knows the importance of the CCTV platform.

The purpose of seizing the time is to play on the same platform as Lin Xuan and compete fairly.

After clearing his mind, Lin Xuan shook his head helplessly: "Director Zhang is really..."

Why can't you think about it so well?

What's wrong is that you have to compare ratings with me.

"Let me tell you, Zhang Jizhong is such a thief.

"Legend of the Condor Heroes" is a sequel to "The World's No. 1", so it can just take advantage of your popularity.

You must be careful not to capsize in the gutter. "

Director Wu had a good relationship with Lin Xuan and kept talking to him, so she told him secretly.

"Don't worry, Director Wu. I'm not afraid of anyone when it comes to ratings."

"I know you have confidence."

(End of this chapter)