China Entertainment’s rescue plan is hard to come by

Chapter 676 Media Interview and Shopping with Three Girls [Two in One]

"Hey, Boss, I'm still getting my beauty sleep."

"Don't sleep anymore, get up and start working."

"Boss, you must be mistaken. Today is New Year's Day, it's a holiday, and I'm off duty."

"The editor-in-chief said that today's work includes a 2000 yuan red envelope. Do you want it? If not, I will go find someone else."

"Ok, ok, I'll go, I'll go right away."

Chen Ziyi jumped up from the bed with a thud and ran to the bathroom in a hurry.

About twenty minutes later, the sloppy woman disappeared completely, replaced by a professional woman with a decent OL outfit and a pretty face.

Chen Ziyi is a field reporter for the entertainment channel of Asia Television in Hong Kong Island. She is responsible for interviewing various on-site information from the entertainment industry. The person who just called her was her team leader, who asked her to work overtime on the New Year's Day holiday.

Go to the cinema entrance to interview fans for feedback.

At first, she was very unhappy with this arrangement. Who would be willing to work overtime during a long vacation, especially for the rather tiring outdoor interviews?

However, if enough red envelopes are opened, that’s a different story.

Chen Ziyi picked up her press card and stuffed it into her bag, then quickly went downstairs and took a taxi.

At Pacific Place, Chen Ziyi found her team's interview car and her team leader.

"Wow, Boss, you came in person. Wouldn't the 2000 yuan red envelope be enough for our entire team?"

The team leader was a middle-aged man in his 30s wearing glasses. When he heard what Chen Ziyi said, a frown immediately appeared on his face.

As a team leader, why should I share these 2000 yuan with you?
If I want to take it, I'll take the whole one. Otherwise, what am I doing here during the holidays?
"Stop nagging. I'll give you what you deserve. The next movie ends in half an hour. Hurry and read the information."

"Which movie is this? Why is there so much fuss? The editor-in-chief actually gave out such a big red envelope. Could it be from some mainland director, Sun Yi?"

Chen Ziyi took the computer and started looking through it.

Sure enough, as she expected, the task assigned by the station today was to collect first-hand on-site information from the group of fans who had just watched the movie "New World".

She was familiar with the movie "New World". She had even reported on the pre-sales of the movie a while ago, and it was indeed very popular.

But whether the movie can really retain its reputation after it is released, no one knows.

As a reporter in the entertainment industry, Chen Ziyi has seen too many movies over the years that attracted huge attention before their release but were criticized after their release.

In particular, Sun Yi is also going to shoot a Hong Kong-style movie.

Of course, she definitely did not doubt Sun Yi's directing ability. After all, she also screamed when she watched "Huan Tai Ping Tai" a few months ago.

But one thing is for sure, the subject matter chosen by Sun Yi this time seems like he is giving up his expertise and specifically challenging his weaknesses.

In her opinion, although the old stubborn people in Hong Kong's film and television circles are a bit too conservative and completely unable to keep up with the times, she has to admit that the Hong Kong film and television circles have raised the level of gangster and police films to an unattainable level.

Wow, no way, is this true?

Didn’t this movie just premiere last night? Why is there so much coverage of it?
Chen Ziyi's eyes widened as she kept scrolling through the web pages.

Today, the entertainment media in Hong Kong seemed to have made arrangements in advance, and all of them reported on "New World", and all of them expressed shock in their tone.

"Hong Kong Entertainment": "Yesterday, the new film "New World" by mainland director Sun Yi held its premiere at Emperor Cinema in Times Square, Causeway Bay. The premiere was a complete success and the fans were excited. Stars including Cheng Long, Shu Qi, and Gu Tianle were invited to attend. After the premiere, they all asked Director Sun Yi to act in the film."

Apple Daily: "Darker than Infernal Affairs and bloodier than Evil Dead, mainland director Sun Yi slapped the faces of Hong Kong's 'old guard' with New World, bringing police, gangster and other films to a new level."

Lianhe Zaobao: "Hong Kong's Lunar New Year movie season is making waves again. Young director Sun Yi shocked Hong Kong with a film featuring an all-mainland cast, New World."

Film and TV Weekly: "'New World' premiered in Hong Kong yesterday. According to insiders who participated in the filming, Director Sun Yi's directing ability is impressive and is not inferior to many well-known directors in Hong Kong. The acting skills and professionalism of the mainland actors are also amazing."

Oriental Daily: "A great reputation is a real honor. Director Sun Yi conquered Hong Kong fans with a Hong Kong-style movie."

Wow, how can it be like this? All positive comments, not a single negative one?

Chen Ziyi looked for a long time and didn't see anyone finding fault with the mainstream media in Hong Kong.

Some of this was beyond her expectations, but as a colleague, she knew the nature of these media people very well, and she was afraid that they were not paid too much.

So she quickly switched to the movie fan forum.

This is a website used by Hong Kong movie fans to review movies. Compared with media reports, the reviews here are more authentic.

"Wow, New World drove me crazy, didn't it? Ding Qing is so sharp."

"It's really good. I really didn't expect Sun Yi to be able to make a gangster police film like this. I think it's on par with Infernal Affairs."

"More than that, if it weren't for 'New World', I would have thought that 'Infernal Affairs' was the ceiling of this type of subject matter, but now after watching it, I find that 'New World' is more realistic."

"Don't spoil the plot, you guys. I have a movie ticket booked for tomorrow!!"

"Yes, the moment Mr. Liang appeared in the scene, I knew he was a good person. There was nothing I could do about it. His temperament was there, it was too distracting from the show."

"After coming out of the theater last night, I have already classified Sun Yi as one of the directors I must watch in my life. He is so great."

"No one has noticed the acting skills of Fairy Sister Liu Yifei. Although there are not many scenes, I found that she is really explosive."

"Not only her, but also Section Chief Jiang. This is the first time I've discovered so many excellent mainland actors. Their acting skills are really great~~"

"Li Zicheng has changed a lot. Did anyone notice the scene where he shot his contact? His expression and movements were absolutely worthy of an award-winning actor."

"Yes, I noticed that the female contact is Yang Mi, at least a D."

"Please ask the good man upstairs, how many minutes and seconds?"

Well.
Chen Ziyi was speechless.

The fan forum is indeed real, but it goes off topic at every turn. It's really unbelievable.

However, judging from the real comments from these fans, the movie was indeed a significant success.

You know, Hong Kong was once known as the Hollywood of the East, and movie fans here have very high standards. To be praised by these people, it shows that Sun Yi's "New World" is indeed extremely good.

"No wonder the editor-in-chief asked me to work overtime today to interview the moviegoers. It looks like this movie will become a hot topic."

Chen Ziyi thought to herself.

At this time, the middle-aged team leader opened the car door, interrupted Chen Ziyi, and handed the microphone to her while saying:
"Okay, okay, it's almost time, let's get started."

"Roger that!"

Taikoo Commercial Plaza, Golden Harvest Cinemas.

When Chen Ziyi walked in with the photographer, they saw a long line in front of the ticket window.

She first interviewed a theater staff member.

"Hello, sir. I am a field reporter from Asia Television. I would like to ask you which movie is selling better in your theater today?"

Hong Kong Island is not a big place, but the media industry is very developed, so the general public is not surprised by reporters and responds calmly.

"Of course it's The New World, you see."

The staff member paused, then raised his hand, pointed at the crowd in front of the ticket window, and continued:

"Eighty percent of these fans came to see The New World, and there were no tickets available during the entire New Year's Day period, not even a single ticket."

Chen Ziyi couldn't believe it and asked, "Is it really that prosperous?"

"Of course. I haven't seen such a good movie in many years."

At this time, the first screening of "New World" today ended, and a group of fans walked out of the theater while discussing. Chen Ziyi was sharp-eyed and quickly locked onto the group of young people.

"Hello, I'm a reporter from Asia Television. Can I interview you?"

"Okay." "No problem."

"You just finished watching The New World, right? Can you briefly tell us about your feelings about the movie?"

"It's beautiful, absolutely beautiful." "It's super exciting, very exciting." "It's worth the trip"

Several people spoke in unison, and although their words were not quite the same, they were all words of praise.

Chen Ziyi now finally understands that asking whether a movie is good or not is no longer a very meaningful question, so she needs some other materials.

"Which character in the movie left the deepest impression on you?"

"Ding Qing, it has to be Ding Qing, he is simply the elevator god of war, he can fight seven people alone, so fierce."

"Don't talk nonsense. The reporter asked about my impression. I think it was Li Zicheng. He was really forced into this path little by little. Originally, he just wanted to be an ordinary policeman."

"Didn't you notice Section Chief Jiang? When he first appeared, his eyes showed how shrewd he was. He acted really well."

Several interviewees had different answers and started arguing in front of the camera.

Chen Ziyi had no choice but to end the interview and select a few new interviewees.

These are basically the same set of questions.

The answer is pretty much the same.

The movie is very good and very explosive.

The acting is all very talented, and both the main and supporting roles have memorable parts.

Chen Ziyi no longer has any doubts about "New Century". In fact, in her impression, if this happens, it means that this movie will definitely become a phenomenon, just like "Infernal Affairs" did back then.

Just when Chen Ziyi finished interviewing this group of fans and was about to interview the crowd queuing for tickets, the team leader's phone suddenly rang.

There was a hint of urgency in the voice.

"Ziyi, how was the interview?"

"Ah, it's OK. There's enough material for one show."

"Well, come out quickly, let's change places."

"Change place? Where?"

"Go to Central. My paparazzi told me that Liu Yifei, Shu Qi, and Cecilia Cheung are shopping there."

Wow, it's big news when these three people appear in one issue.

Chen Ziyi immediately hung up the microphone and turned away with the photographer.

Central Commercial Plaza.

As the most famous commercial CBD center in Hong Kong Island, it is extremely high-end and luxurious, gathering more than 90% of the world's luxury brands. It is also a must-visit place for Hong Kong Island's female stars and socialites to go shopping.

Today is New Year's Day, and Shu Qi, Liu Yifei and Cecilia Cheung met here.

When women go shopping, the first thing they buy is definitely bags.

The first store the three girls entered was an Hermès bag store.

Although Liu Yifei is currently endorsing Chanel, her contract stipulates that she must carry a Chanel bag.

But this is a requirement when attending business events or formal events. It is not restricted in daily life, so there is no problem in shopping at Hermès.

Moreover, Hermès bags are like fighter jets among women, and few women can resist its temptation.

Liu Yifei is of course no exception.

This time, I can finally let myself go.

“Wow, this is beautiful!”

“I like this one too!”

"No, I want them all, what should I do~"

Liu Yifei looked at the various bags in front of her and couldn't let them go, and she was deeply conflicted.

"Xixi, if you like them, just buy them. No one in your family can afford it anyway. Ask him to reimburse you when you get home."

"Yes, yes, Director Sun Yi loves you so much, he will definitely not mind."

Shu Qi and Cecilia Cheung on the side teased her.

Liu Yifei smiled secretly.

She was not a woman who collected bags, but she really liked these things from the bottom of her heart. Moreover, she could not resist the encouragement of her two "good sisters" Shu Qi and Cecilia Cheung, so she bought several at once, including Birkin and Kelly series, and a men's handbag, which was specially bought for Sun Yi.

Shu Qi and Cecilia Cheung also each chose a new new year style.

The three girls were all wealthy, so after looking at the bags, they also wanted to look at clothes, shoes, jewelry and the like.

In high-end commercial places like Central, you can often see celebrities, so people who come here to shop are mostly accustomed to it. But the situation today is obviously different.

Just look at who is there and you will know.

Shu Qi has always been known as the synonym of sexiness.

Even though Cecilia Cheung lost the title of "jade girl" after the photo scandal, she is still at the top in terms of beauty.

As for Liu Yifei, there is no need to say more. She was already ethereal and unknown in the early years. Now, after being developed by Sun Yi, her every move has added a bewitching charm.

The appearance of these three at the same time is probably enough to kill me.

No one can remain calm.

As time went on, more and more people got the news, and fans and crowds began to gather here.

One, two, three or five, until waves of people came, and even quite a few media reporters appeared.

The three girls were all aware of their influence, so they made a plan before going shopping, planning to shop for a maximum of two hours, and then move to another location depending on the situation.

Liu Yifei was signing autographs for a fan in broken Cantonese under the protection of bodyguards. She had already "received" several groups of fans by now.

As soon as I signed this, Shu Qi pulled me aside.

"Xixi, it's no use. We have to retreat. My friend told me that the reporters and paparazzi know about it and are all rushing over here."

Liu Yifei looked at the time. It was less than an hour and a half. She pouted, feeling a little unsatisfied.

By the way, it has been a long time since she had such a happy shopping experience. When she was in Beijing, because of her celebrity status, she usually went out to eat and sing karaoke with her girlfriends, and rarely had the opportunity to go shopping.

I thought nothing would happen in Hong Kong Island, but I underestimated my influence here.

Shu Qi seemed to see Liu Yifei's tangle, she smiled and whispered to her:
"Don't worry, I'll make sure you enjoy yourself today. Let's go for a spa first, and then get a manicure. They are both very professional and private places, and no one will disturb you."

"Okay, okay!"

(End of this chapter)