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Chapter 191
"Wanwan, I am coming!" As soon as she got off the plane, Bai Lu opened her arms to the sky like a big fool.

Gu Zhongyu behind him couldn't hold back and kicked her down!
"You are my assistant after all, don't act like a coward."

Bai Lu, who had been kicked on the butt, looked aggrieved: "It's my first time coming to Wanwan, so I'm so excited! I dreamed of coming here when I watched "The Prince Turns into a Frog"."

Yes, he brought Zhu Yawen and Bai Lu to Wanwan today to promote.

It's interesting to say that the film market in Bayan is really more difficult to understand than in the Mainland.

Don't look at the fact that the box office of domestic films now easily exceeds [-] million, and whenever these are mentioned, filmmakers in Bay Area will always cast envious glances. However, when these works are released in Bay Area, they can only get one eye roll after another, and the box office Very bleak.

"Let the Bullets Fly" sold less than 100 million new TB in Taipei, which is about more than 20 yuan.

"Painted Skin" is worth 450 million tb, which is about 100 million yuan.

"The Orphan of Zhao" 16 yuan.

"Hawthorn Tree Love" 3 yuan.

"Three Guns to Surprise" 2 yuan.

"Du Lala's Promotion" has a domestic box office of over 7700 million, but only sold 1600 new TB (approximately [-] RMB) in Wanwan, which is probably not enough to cover the printing fee for one copy.

At the same time, Hollywood blockbusters in Wanwan could at least earn more than 1000 million yuan at the box office.

Maybe many people will be surprised by this result. Wanwan used to be the largest market for Chinese-language films, so why are mainland films so unaccustomed to it now?

Why are mainland movies not doing well at the box office in Wanwan? Zhu Yanping, the great director who has filmed films such as "Slam Dunk" and "The Tomb" has something to say: "Let me correct a mistake first. Not only are mainland movies not doing well at the box office in Wanwan, Hong Kong movies are also not good at the box office. There is also no box office, Neon and Goryeo movies have no box office, maybe even worse than Chinese films."

There are issues of cultural environment and conservative influence, but the most critical thing is.

Wanwan has stipulated that a film can only start promotion after it has received a quota. In other words, after a film is screened in the mainland, it will take at least two months before it can be released in Wanwan.

In two months, the TM day lily has gone cold. People have already obtained the high-definition version, not to mention the gun version. Who will come to the cinema to watch your movie!
However, Gu Zhongyu has always attached great importance to the layout of the film market outside the mainland. Especially after poaching Zhang Miao, who is rich in resources, he also reached an agreement with the people in Wanwan and set up a branch in Wanwan early, so basically Movies on Zongheng Film and Television can be released on time and simultaneously in the three places on both sides of the Taiwan Strait, which greatly reduces the threat of piracy of the film.

"Ball Lightning" was also released in Wanwan before, but the box office was not very good, and it only collected a few 10 yuan.

But this time, "Like You" catered to the appetite of the Bayan audience. Although this romantic comedy is a mainland film, it does not have any regional characteristics or cultural symbols. Its background would not be inconsistent with any country in the world. , so it was also reviewed and successfully released in Wanwan.

Originally, Gu Zhongyu just wanted to make some pocket money, but after the release of "Like You", the box office was surprisingly good. After more than ten days of release, it actually made more than 1 million TB (2000 million RMB) at the box office!

Not only did it set a new box office record for mainland movies in Bay Area, it also directly entered the top five of this year's movie rankings.

With such gratifying box office results, the distributor has repeatedly requested that the crew of "Like You" can go to Wanwan to promote it.

Although it was a surprise, the box office money was not worth Gu Zhongyu's personal trip. But at this time, his good brother Gu Bohua came to see him.

After talking for a while, the meaning is very clear. Now the superiors attach great importance to the achievements of your film in Wanwan. I hope you can go over to promote it and strengthen communication.

Okay!Tasks are so heavy on my head that I have to come even if I don’t want to.

Due to a tight schedule and Liu Yufei was still performing road shows in other places, he had to take Zhu Yawen first, hold a media meeting, and then attend some business gatherings to make friends with some local filmmakers in Wanwan. After Liu Yufei arrived, everyone would meet again Participated in the recording of "Kangxi Is Coming".

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It has been three years since Gu Zhongyu last came to Wanwan, and that time was to promote "The Legend of the Condor Heroes".

Several of Zhang Beard's martial arts dramas are very popular in the Bay Area. Liu Yufei's "Dragon" won the ratings championship in the Bay Area, and "The Legend of the Condor Heroes" also ranked second in the ratings.

"The Ultimate Family" starring Fahrenheit once spoofed this version of "The Legend of the Condor Heroes".

Therefore, Gu Zhongyu and Liu Yufei are quite popular in Wanwan, and they have some fan base.

Unfortunately, I came in such a hurry this time and there was no time to arrange for fans to take advantage of these activities, so there were only a few fans on site to pick up the fans, only a dozen or so people, and not as many media reporters.

"Yawen, have you been to Wanwan before?"

"I've been here, but it's just for fun, and no one knows me. It's not like you, Teacher Gu, who still has so many fans in Wanwan."

"That's it, come if you can! In a few years, you may never have the chance to come here again."

Zhu Yawen was puzzled: "How could it be? Even if you, senior brother, don't plan to come here to do publicity work in the future, you still have to come and join in the fun of every Golden Horse Award, right?"

Gu Zhongyu could only smile and say nothing.

For people in the current entertainment industry, among the three major Chinese film awards, the Golden Horse Award is definitely the most valuable. Especially the Golden Horse Award in the past 30 years, its gold content and influence are far better than the Golden Rooster. The reason why many people come to Wanwan is to attend the award ceremony.

In fact, it's a pity. After the Golden Horse Awards are over, people in the film industry can basically only participate in the Golden Rooster and Hundred Flowers. And the selection of these film awards... ugh!

When they got off the plane, reporters first gathered around them. However, Gu Zhongyu and others did not stop here for interviews. Instead, they took a car directly to the Meifu Hotel, the largest hotel in the area, and held a media meeting.

Apart from reporters from Xiangjiang, reporters from Wanwan are the ones he hates the most. They can often leave people speechless with questions, and they can easily get into trouble if they are not careful.

Compared with this group of people, mainland reporters are so cute and innocent, and the cordial interactions between the two parties are like a family!

He originally thought that it would be a little better this time because he was invited by the other party, but it turned out that he still thought too much.

"Ms. Liu Yufei didn't come with you this time. Is there any conflict between you two? It's rumored that someone saw your intimacy in the hotel. Did you just have sex on the set because you couldn't restrain yourself?"

"Mr. Gu, is the civilian life of the heroine Gu Shengnan reflected in your movie "Like You" a true portrayal? Is it suspected of beautification?"

"You have been silent for two and a half years before. Did you offend some big shots, or was you banned by the authorities?"

My fucking!
Gu Zhongyu really wanted to scold him directly. Are you sick?
If a reporter from the mainland asked these questions, Gu Zhongyu wouldn't need to ask. It wouldn't take long for someone to make clear arrangements for him!Facing these reporters who wanted to lead the topic into a dangerous situation, Gu Zhongyu already had a plan to deal with it.

1. Not answering these people’s questions directly

2. Change the topic, and often shift it to promoting yourself
3. Ask reporters rhetorical questions and misinterpret their meaning.

4. It’s best to give him a thumbs up. Did you take the money?Deliberately looking for trouble?Who do you want to attack?
5. If the other party still keeps pestering, then repeat what you said and continue to ask, then everyone can say their own things.
Gu Zhongyu and the others started chatting, and sure enough, the reporters were quickly confused. They heard a lot of talk, but seemed to say nothing...

For example, it’s time for the next reporter to ask a question.

"Mr. Gu, I heard that you have a deep prejudice against Hong Kong and Taiwan actors. Your film company will basically not choose non-mainland artists as protagonists. Is this true?"

"It's nonsense. Have you seen my movie? In "Like You", there are two Taiwanese artists, Lin Chilin and Zhang Guozhu. Don't you think they are not from Taiwan?"

"No, I mean to be the protagonist?"

"What? Do you think Lin Chilin and Leslie Cheung are not worthy of being the protagonists? Do you have any doubts about the acting skills or character of these two artists?"

"Ah! No...that's not what I meant!"

After all the nonsense, these reporters were also scared, and Gu Zhongyu kept pouring dirty water on them.So I didn't ask any more questions, but honestly talked about movies.

The media meeting ended in such a harmonious atmosphere.

Gu Zhongyu had to sigh, this method of dealing with reporters with bad intentions is really tried and true. Let's see if you thieves want to make big news in the future!
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That night, a business cocktail party was held in this hotel. Most of the attendees were prominent figures in the Wanwan entertainment industry, and Lin Zhilin also rushed over.

Originally, he thought there would be many female celebrities coming, but when he arrived at the scene, he was surrounded by a bunch of big men!
"Mr. Gu, our film industry in Wanwan has produced a lot of talents in the past two years. Are you interested in investing in and making films in Wanwan?"

"Mr. Gu, "Ball Lightning" won the Cannes Grand Prix. How did you do it..."

"Mr. Gu has achieved so much before he is 30 years old this year. He has a bright future!"

"May I ask if you need any good characters for your next work? We have many good people here!"

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At the cocktail party, a bunch of local local bosses from Wanwan probably thought that they were stupid and had too much money, but some actually wanted to invite him to invest, and even directly said that they wanted to open a new film company.

To be honest, Gu Zhongyu didn't like the market in Wanwan at all. If his eldest brother hadn't told him, he wouldn't have wanted to come.

In a corner of the reception, Gu Zhongyu was harassed non-stop by these big names in the entertainment industry. They either said hello or joked a few words. Just as this person walked away, another person came up, and Gu Zhongyu kept talking to them. Talking, saying thank you, the faces kept changing.

He was unfamiliar with most of the people, and it was even difficult to name some of them. Fortunately, Lin Zhilin was by his side to introduce them.

When there were a little less people, Lin Zhilin took Gu Zhongyu's hand and asked, "What's wrong? Are you feeling a little bored?"

"The world is so noisy and incompatible with me. Why don't you think a beautiful woman comes up to talk to me?"

Didn’t I say there were many beauties at the wine party?As an entertainment company boss and a handsome actor, there is no reason why Wanwan Charm would be discounted, right?
Lin Zhilin chuckled and explained to him: "The hierarchy in the entertainment industry here is very strict. Your position is the CEO of a film company. Of course, you must first say hello to these big bosses. Only one dares to come up and show kindness to you!"

"And I'm still with you! Unless I know you, or have a rank no lower than mine, most young artists don't dare to risk offending someone by striking up a conversation."

"Oh, Jiang Zi!"

"Okay, okay, I won't be around you to hinder your fun, but tonight... remember to go to my place!"

Lin Zhilin was very sensible and knew that Gu Zhongyu, who rarely came to Wanwan, must want to try something new, so he took the initiative to let go. She knew very well what to do to please the man in front of her.

Sure enough, after Lin Zhilin left, Gu Zhongyu, who was alone, was quickly noticed, and female artists came up to say hello to him one after another.

But...he still doesn't know most of them!
It's not that Gu Zhongyu is ignorant, but that most of the slightly famous celebrities in Wanwan have gone to the mainland to make money. At this point in time, there are very few who are still in Wanwan, and the occasional ones who can be called by name... their appearance is not satisfactory.

Just when Gu Zhongyu shook his head and was about to stay for a while and leave, he suddenly found sister Zhiling in the corner chatting with a tall beauty.

It looks familiar!
Gu Zhongyu walked over there, pretending to take wine from the waiter's tray next to him, and naturally joined the discussion.

"Zhilin, what are you talking about?"

"Zhong Yu, we were talking about you just now! Let me introduce to you, this is Miss Guo Biting." Lin Zhilin saw Gu Zhongyu coming and introduced him quickly.

"I know your Yida! Hello, Miss Guo Biting."

Guo Biting, who was wearing a pure white dress and was a little shy, said in surprise: "I didn't expect Mr. Gu to have seen my commercial?"

"That advertisement of yours is still very famous in mainland China. I have seen it a long time ago."

Guo Biting, one of the sisters of the era, became famous for her role as Nan Xiang in Guo Xiaosi's "Little Times".

In fact, this young lady debuted quite early. She started filming commercials in 02. In 08, she was given the title of "Yida Girl" because she took part in the "Yida Chewing Gum Convenience Store" commercial. She is quite young. It became popular.

This year should be the year when she fully shifts her acting career to the mainland. I wonder if Guo Xiaosi has chosen her to star in "Tiny Times" at this time.

Anyway, Yang Mi has been taken in. Although Gu Zhongyu persuaded her, Guo Xiaosi's "Little Times" series is 100% bad movies. Apart from making some money, all other effects are negative.

As a result, Da Mi Mi became very excited when he heard that he could make money. He didn't care whether the movie was bad or not, and he quickly agreed to cooperate with Guo Xiaosi.

Listening to what you said, I have studied for ten years in vain!

(End of this chapter)