China Entertainment: Return to 2007

After drinking a few cups of tea and chatting about interesting things about the filming of "囧囧", Xu Ge officially got down to business.

"Brother Zheng, when will the movie be completed?"

"Before the end of October." Xu Zheng replied affirmatively.

"Very good, then which time do you think is better to release it?" Xu Ge asked again.

"Lunar New Year period or Spring Festival period." Xu Zheng said with a smile: "These two periods are the most suitable. If "囧" can be released during these two periods, the box office will exceed at least 2 million!"

Xu Ge smiled, nodded and said: "Then it will be during the Spring Festival. The New Year's Eve is a bit too crowded. "Jinling 13 Hairpins" and "Flying Swords of Dragon Gate" are not soft persimmons.

Release at this time is not good for the box office. "

Xu Zheng nodded and said: "The new film between the National Master and Mr. Xu is indeed very interesting. It is indeed the best policy to avoid them."

Xu Zheng is not Xu Ge, and he does not have the courage to confront the Imperial Master head-on.
"Jinling 13 Hairpins" and "Flying Swords of Dragon Gate" were the first and second runner-up among domestic films in their previous lives in 2011.

Even Xu Ge himself would not dare to fight with them easily at this time.

"In terms of publicity, what do you think is the appropriate budget?" Xu Ge asked again.

"The total cost of "Lost in Thailand" is 3 million. For this small-budget comedy, the publicity cost should not be too high. About 1 million should be enough," Xu Zheng said conservatively.

Xu Ge nodded in agreement: "Then let's add another 3 million to make a total of 6 million, which will be a great success."

Xu Zheng: "..."

Baoqiang: "..."

Wang Bo: "..."

The aroma of wine is also afraid of deep alleys, Xu Ge has always understood this truth.

The reason why "囧囧" was able to become such a success in the previous life was that in addition to its superior quality and the defeat of its competitors, the biggest contributor was its excellent promotion!

Wang Changtian had an outstanding vision and noticed that "囧囧" was going to be a big hit, so he immediately invested heavily in promoting it like crazy!
This is how the legend of Tai囧 came to be!
At this time, although Xu Zheng, Bao Qiang, and Wang Bo had considerable fame, they were not as strong as they would later be.

It is difficult to replicate the success of previous lives without investing heavily in publicity!
Not knowing what Xu Ge was thinking, Xu Zheng and the others could hardly believe it when they heard that he would invest 3 million yuan to promote "Thailand".

"Director Xu, are you kidding?" Xu Zheng asked hesitantly.

"Do you think I can make a joke?" Xu Ge asked.

Taking a deep breath, he picked up the tea cup and took a sip of tea. After calming down, Xu Zheng sighed and said: "It's because I'm too small. Director Xu, since you support us so much, then we three brothers will definitely go all out." to cooperate with you!
We will never betray your trust in us! "

Wang Bo and Bao Qiang nodded in agreement: "We will go all out! Cooperate with the company's publicity!"

Xu Ge nodded happily: "Your words are enough. I am here to give you a promise. As long as "Thailand" reaches my expectations, you will be indispensable for the red envelope."

Xu Zheng and the other three quickly expressed their thanks again.

"By the way, Brother Zheng, Brother Bo, and Bao Qiang," Xu Ge poured tea for the three of them and asked softly: "Do you have any ideas about the sequel to "囧囧"?"

"sequel?"

The three of them looked at each other. Finally, Xu Zheng asked the three of them their doubts: "Director Xu, this movie hasn't even been released yet. Isn't it too early to talk about a sequel?"

Nonsense, if you don't sign the sequel now, when "囧囧" takes off, won't you drag it to the sky?

"I believe in you. With your ability, "囧囧" will definitely not be bad at the box office!" Xu Ge said righteously: "If you don't have any objections, I would like to sign two more sequels with you.
Of course, the conditions will be greatly improved. If you have a look at the contract first, if you are not satisfied with it, we will discuss it later. "

The status of Xu Zheng and the others in Daxia's entertainment circle at this time is at best above average.
Who is Xu Ge?

That is the dignified head of Xu Ge Film and Television, the king of directors with a movie box office of 50 billion!

This is an existence that truly stands at the pinnacle of Daxia’s entertainment industry!

How could the three of them refuse the olive branch he extended?
The three of them took the contract and looked at it carefully.
The next moment, the pupils of the three people dilated collectively, and their mouths were opened wide enough to fit five eggs!

It's not that they haven't seen the world, but Xu Ge has given too much!

As the director and starring actor Xu Zheng, Xu Ge offered him a salary of 15 million per movie, plus 10% of the box office investment share, and the corresponding share!
Bao Qiang and Wang Bo were given a salary of 10 million, as well as 5% of the box office investment share and corresponding share!
In other words, for the next movie, the salary of the three of them alone will be as high as 35 million!

This astonishing number completely shocked the three of them!
You know, before this, the three people's film remuneration had never exceeded 500 million!
The conditions Xu Ge offered even gave the three of them the illusion that he had other ideas about them...

"How is it? Are you satisfied with these conditions?" Xu Ge asked with a smile.

"Director Xu..." Bao Qiang said nervously: "Is this too much? Am I really worth the price?"

Xu Ge patted him heavily on the shoulder: "Baoqiang, be more confident, you are very good."

A scholar dies for a confidant;

Being praised like this by Xu Ge, Bao Qiang really felt like crying.

He comes from a grassroots background, and he can reach where he is today only because of his hard work and a little luck.

"Director Xu, I won't say any more. You value me so much, how could I let down your kindness?!"

Xu Zheng's mind was spinning quickly. Seeing that the conditions were so generous, he immediately signed the contract!
Wang Bo and Bao Qiang next to them saw that since someone took the lead, they just signed the contract.

At this point, "囧" has not yet been released, and the next two sequels have been locked in advance by Xu Ge!
After signing the contract, Xu Ge personally acted as the host and led the three of them to have a sumptuous lunch.

Later, when no one was around, Xu Ge whispered something in Bao Qiang's ear.

Bao Qiang looked up at Xu Ge in surprise and nodded solemnly.

Outside the gate, Xu Zheng, who had just walked from the bathroom, accidentally saw this scene. His mind was spinning a thousand times, and he was deep in thought...

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After dinner, Xu Ge took the lead to say goodbye, and Wang Bo also took a taxi to leave.

Only Xu Zheng and Bao Qiang were left in the room. Xu Zheng asked curiously: "Bao Qiang, what did Director Xu just tell you?"

"It's nothing, Brother Zheng, I have something else to do, so I'll leave first. I'll see you later when the movie is being promoted."

"Okay, slow down on the road, see you next time."

Watching Bao Qiang leave, Xu Zheng touched his bald head and said with a somewhat self-deprecating smile: "It seems that I am too worried. I am the real soul of the "囧" series. There is no way he can bypass me..."

Xu Zheng is very confident and always feels that he is the real leader of the "囧" series. Without him, the series cannot operate.

This is indeed the case, and this is why Xu Ge must sign a sequel contract.

After leaving the hotel, Baoqiang did not take a taxi back to the hotel.
Instead, after going around in a circle, he quickly returned to Xu Ge Film and Television.

At this time, Xu Ge had been waiting for a long time.

in the office,

Seeing Baoqiang who had come as promised, Xu Ge smiled and held his hand: "Baoqiang, please sit down quickly. I'm really happy that you can come."

"Director Xu, why did you call me here?" Bao Qiang smiled honestly.

"Baoqiang, I like your character, so I won't play hide and seek with you." He motioned Baoqiang to sit down and poured him a cup of tea. Xu Ge smiled and said directly: "Are you interested in joining Xu Ge Film and Television? "

"This..." Baoqiang hesitated for a while.

Although he had known for a long time that there must be something wrong with Xu Ge calling him over, he still couldn't make up his mind when he actually heard his solicitation.

After all, Huayi is his agency, and the Wang brothers have helped him a lot. In addition, he also wants to be self-reliant, so it is very difficult for him to go to Xu Ge now.

"Thirty million signing fee," Xu Ge said lightly: "In addition, I will set up a personal studio for you and divide it into two-eight, eight for you and two for me.

Also, excluding the two movies in the "囧" series that I just signed, I guarantee you that I will give you a male protagonist in a movie every year with an actual investment of no less than 80 million.

I know that your contract with Huayi expires next year. As long as you are willing to sign a contract for the next five years, these are yours. "

Baoqiang: "..."

Baoqiang was completely shocked. If the contract he signed for "囧 Series" was sky-high,

Then the conditions Xu Ge offers him now are definitely the sky-high prices!
It was a condition he could never dream of!
I think he has been struggling at Huayi for ten years, and he has only received an A sign so far.
It never stops all year round, and only a handful of seven to eight million is obtained.

And now, Xu Ge gives him a signing fee of 3 million as soon as he opens his mouth.
It can almost save him five years of hard work!
For a moment, his heart was pounding!

"Director Xu, why don't you find Brother Zheng and Brother Bo?" Baoqiang asked doubtfully, suppressing the excitement in his heart.

Because their value is not as great as yours.

Xu Ge smiled and replied: "Xu Zheng has great ambitions and will not be willing to be inferior to others.
Brother Bo and Ning Hao are too close, so you are my best choice. "

In terms of value, Bao Qiang and Wang Bo are definitely much greater than Xu Zheng.

Except for the "囧" series, both of them can defeat Xu Zheng.
But Wang Bo had already established himself on his own, and it was difficult for Xu Ge to win him over.
Therefore Baoqiang is his best choice now.

"Can I think about it again?" Baoqiang hesitated.

"Of course." Xu Ge smiled and nodded: "I'll be waiting for your arrival at any time."

Don't push too hard in anything, and giving the other party a certain amount of space is the best choice.

Xu Ge's self-paid terms were very generous, and the original Shikong Baoqiang also left Huayi.
With his olive branch, there is a 90% chance that Baoqiang will be tempted to join Xu Ge Film and Television.

We sat and chatted for a while,

Bao Qiang said goodbye, and then stood up to leave. Xu Ge personally sent him to the door.

At the end of the day, he pointed to the money tree by the door and reminded: "Baoqiang, whether you come to Xu Ge Film and Television or not, be careful..."

Baoqiang: "..."

Although Baoqiang is relatively honest and honest, he is not stupid at all.

He immediately understood Xu Ge's hint.

With his head in a blur, Baoqiang took the car back to the hotel.

Lying on the big bed, he thought carefully about Xu Ge's words.

The seeds of doubt, once planted, will grow into towering trees.

Thinking of every bit of the past, Baoqiang couldn't help but feel suspicious.

Could it be? Are these all true? !

Buzz!
If you say Cao Cao, Cao Cao will be here.
Baoqiang was still doubting here, but the call came over there.

"Hey, Baoqiang, how was your conversation with Xu Ge?

What? Signed a movie contract for two sequels to "Lost in Thailand"?
......"

"Okay, then when will you return to the Imperial Capital? How many more days will you have to wait?
Okay, I will take care of you here, so just rest assured..."

"..."

After hanging up the phone, Baoqiang looked uncertain.

Just as he was hesitating, another call came unexpectedly.

"Hey, Baoqiang, when will you come back? The baby and I miss you."

"What? Do you want to stay in Jinling for a few more days? Is it necessary for movie promotion?"

"Okay, okay, please pay more attention to your health and have a good rest.

Everything is fine at home…”

"..."

After hanging up the phone again, Baoqiang's face turned dark.

At this time, no matter how slow and good-tempered he was again, he couldn't help but utter a curse word.

Baoqiang cursed for a while, then dressed up and went out.

Without notifying anyone, he quickly flew back to the imperial capital.

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Near midnight, Baoqiang quietly returned home.
Open the bedroom door carefully,
He saw the scene he least wanted to see...

He suppressed the anger in his heart and quietly exited the room.

He checked into his son and daughter's room next door, carefully carried them to the study on the second floor, and closed the door tightly.

After calling his parents to come over overnight, Baoqiang sat on the sofa, lit a cigarette, and faced the bedroom.

He smoked deeply.

One, two or three. When half the pack of cigarettes was finished, I heard the sound of my father’s car outside my house.
He put out his cigarette indifferently, walked to the kitchen, picked up the iron bar, and quietly walked into the bedroom...

Boom boom boom! ! !
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A few days later, Xu Ge received a call from Bao Qiang. On the other end of the phone, Bao Qiang's voice sounded extremely tired.

He first thanked Xu Ge for the reminder, and then resolutely agreed to switch to Xu Ge Film and Television.

Realizing Baoqiang's weakness, Xu Ge quickly comforted him and said that he would send a company team to help him solve all his worries.

Nothing is the same as in the previous life,

In this life, Baoqiang obviously doesn’t have enough coffee spots.
Coupled with Xu Ge’s help,

Baoqiang successfully joined Xu Ge Film and Television,

Plus Wu Jing, Shen Tong, Zhang Yi,
The four most powerful movie stars in the entire Xia Dynasty have all joined Xu Ge Film and Television.

Time flies by, and September 9th comes in the blink of an eye.

On this day, four blockbusters were released on the National Day schedule together.

"Revolution of 1911", "The Legend of White Snake", "Painting on the Wall", and "The Sorrow of Charlotte" are all released in a unified manner!
Among the four films, the most famous and anticipated one is undoubtedly "The Legend of White Snake". The investment of this blockbuster is claimed to be 1.8 million yuan, and it also stars Kung Fu Emperor Li Lien.

Before the show started, Cheng Xiaodong even shouted the slogan that the box office of Daxia exceeded 6 million and the global box office exceeded 2 million US dollars!

"Hua Bi" was not to be outdone, shouting the slogan of a box office of over 5 million!

(End of this chapter)