During my years at China Entertainment

Chapter 543 Da Meiyuan's gratitude was cut off and turned against Tian Gang
Halfway through May, the Cannes Film Festival opened.

Four Chinese-language films will be shown at this year's Cannes Film Festival, including Zhang Yimou's "Into the Dust", which is aiming for a Grand Slam. It has attracted a lot of attention from the domestic media.

However, the awards ceremony has not yet begun, and the media is currently paying more attention to the scenes of female stars competing for beauty on the red carpets.

Speaking of which, Wei Jin has a close relationship with the Cannes Film Festival. When he was in North America, he received an invitation to serve as one of the judges of the Un Certain Regard unit, but unfortunately he refused.

There is no other way. From film selection to award ceremony, the whole process will take at least more than a month, which is too time-consuming.

Later, this task fell on Zhang Ziyi. Now, International Zhang has appeared in Cannes as a judge, and press releases have been flying all over the place in the past two days.

It can be seen that the international Zhang Ziyi is trying to suppress Li Bingbing, Fan Bingbing and other domestic big names in terms of status.

Unfortunately, in front of the billion-dollar box office heroine and Cannes Film Festival winner Zeng Li, neither Zhang Ziyi nor the two Bingbings are good enough.

At the opening ceremony, Zeng Li wore a high-end black off-shoulder slim dress with big curly hair, transformed into the queen of the night, suppressing all the big domestic actresses.

Fortunately, Zeng Li doesn't like to show off. Apart from brand events, she rarely participates in other movie red carpet shows, so she didn't kill them all.

But even so, Zeng Li's every move is the focus of domestic media attention. Who can blame her for appearing on camera so few times in these years?
Not only the media is paying attention to Zeng Li's situation, but Da Meiyuan, her good friend and sister, is also paying attention.

After a hearty and joyful moment, Da Meiyuan lazily leaned in Wei Jin's arms and asked, "Xiao Jin, do you think Sister Li has a good chance of winning the award this time?"

Wei Jin didn't know whether to laugh or cry when hearing this. "Sister Yuanyuan, you are really making things difficult for me. Hidden in the Dust will only premiere on the 22nd, and we don't even know the score in the show's brochure yet. How can I judge?"

As he spoke, Wei Jin held the beauty closer to his chest, and then quietly grasped Daju, "And you also know that luck plays a big role in the European Big Three."

Although Li An is among the judges this year, the Cannes Film Festival is not so easy to handle in terms of public relations. Whether it is Zhang Yimou or Li Jie, the awards they won are still ambiguous.

"Well, that's true."

Gao Yuanyuan nodded slowly, thinking back to the "Search" that year. She felt that her performance was very good, but unfortunately the result was not satisfactory.

Shaking her head, Da Meiyu no longer paid attention to the matter and asked about Wei Jin's new film.

"Xiao Jin, have you decided on your role in the new film?"

"Hmm? Why do you ask that?"

Wei Jin certainly didn't think that Da Meiyuan wanted to perform, he was just a little curious.

"It's Jingwen. She asked me to ask if there are any supporting roles or anything like that."

Wei Jin understood what he said. Although he was just a supporting role, the art film directed by the Palme d'Or and starring with a top commercial film heroine still had great appeal to people in the circle.

Even if it is a cameo with low pay or no pay, it is a favor and there is definitely some profit to be made.

In fact, Wei Jin has completed some casting these days.

The best friend of the male lead who had the most scenes was assigned to the company's artist Luo Jin.

On the one hand, their ages are more suitable, and on the other hand, Luo Jin and Liu Yifei are classmates, so they should be able to work better together.

The rest of the older roles were given to veteran actors arranged by Chen Xi, and the remaining few guest appearances were not suitable for Jia Jingwen.

"That's it, then forget it."

After listening to Wei Jin's explanation, Da Meiyuan expressed her understanding and then took his arm and shook it.

"Xiao Jin, if you have the chance, please take care of her. She has been quite pitiful these years."

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This made it difficult for Wei Jin to comment. Sister, do you know that your best friend wants to eat your husband?

But soon, he remembered something, "Sister Yuanyuan, the company is planning to produce "Sisters Over Flowers", so you can let her try it."

The ratings of the new two episodes of "Flowers and Youth" have soared to 2.8, and the sister series "Sisters Over Flowers" has already been negotiated with the Shanghai TV Station.

The variety show department is already making detailed plans and is considering including female stars from both sides of the Taiwan Strait and Hong Kong.

Although Jia Jingwen is not as popular in recent years, she is still a well-known figure in Taiwan.

Moreover, she was quite popular among the mainland audience in her early years, which fully met the requirements of the program.

After all, it was just a matter of doing a favor, so Wei Jin would naturally not offend Da Meiyuan.

In fact, in the previous casting of "Red Sorghum", Wei Jin also gave face to Sister Li and arranged Qin Hailu.

Although Zheng Xiaolong was more optimistic about this, the elder sister was unaware of it and promised a lot of benefits.

"That's great, she will definitely be very happy when she knows about this."

Da Meiyu didn't know about all these twists and turns, but she was very happy that the man could consider her feelings.

"Sister Yuanyuan, aren't you going to thank me?"

Seeing the teasing expression on Wei Jin's lips, Gao Yuanyuan knew what he meant.

Giving Wei Jin a charming look, Da Meiyuan said coquettishly, "Bad guy, you only know how to bully me."

In the film market, "Chinese Partners" was released.

Thanks to the lavish cast, theater operators were generally optimistic about the film, with over 35% of screenings scheduled on the first day.

Facts have proved that the appeal of Huang Xiaoming, Qiao Zhenyu and Tong Dawei is really not to be underestimated.

The movie grossed 3189 million on the first day and received rave reviews, with an Impression.com rating of 8.2 points, which is definitely the best-received movie Chen Kexin has made in recent years.

Judging from the current first-day results and word of mouth, the film's box office potential is very considerable, and the industry has already judged that it should be easy to break 5 to million at the box office, and even million will not be a problem.

Han Sanping should have made a lot of money this time.

The release of "The Partners" also confirmed Wei Jin's previous views.

The screening schedule of "So Young" was greatly affected, and the box office dropped again on the day, hovering around three to four million. However, the total box office also reached 5.82 million, which is very close to the 6 million mark.

In comparison, "A Man's Martial Arts", which has a good reputation, seems much more calm, with daily box office still maintaining at 5.5 to million, and the total box office has reached million.

At this time, a piece of news attracted the attention of the circle.

"Director Feng Xiaogang's new film "Personal Tailor" has finished shooting today. Huayi announced that the film will be released during the Lunar New Year holiday."

As soon as the news came out, everyone in the circle was amazed, because all in all, the filming of this drama only took about two months, which was really efficient.

However, the filming has just been completed and the post-production has not yet begun, but it is already targeting the Lunar New Year holiday, which shows Feng Dapao's confidence.

Many film producers targeting the Lunar New Year holiday are considering whether to adjust their release dates.

In the afternoon, Wei Jin received a call from Ye Ning.

He has no plan to change the release date of "New Police Story 2013". He will confirm it once the film is completed and obtains the release license.

In Ye Ning's words, it is true that Feng Dapao is the king of the Lunar New Year box office, but the final result will only be known after experiencing it.

Wei Jin deeply agreed with this. After all, he was very clear about the reputation of "Private Customization".

"Dong dong dong~~~"

Wei Jin had just hung up the phone when there was a knock on the door. He looked up and saw that it was Huang Mengying who had completed her graduation thesis defense.

Before the graduation ceremony, the girl will still serve as his assistant and eat some meat every day. This is the experience she learned from her predecessors.

"Boss Wei, the front desk notified us that Director Ning Hao has arrived."

"it is good."

The refined script of "Lost in Thailand" has come out, and Ning Hao has already made an appointment to meet today.

But Wei Jin didn't expect Huang Bo to come along. "You two are really wearing jumpsuits, aren't you jealous?"

Wei Jin invited the two to sit on the sofa in the reception room while joking with a smile.

"Isn't this a promotion for No Man's Land? I just came back from the show. Hiroko is so shameless that she insisted on coming along and I couldn't get rid of her."

Ning Hao, wearing a big gold chain, sat down carelessly and made a sarcastic remark.

Huang Bai was not to be outdone and immediately responded: "What are you talking about? I'm a veteran employee of the company, can't I go home and take a look?"

"Hey, I never see you missing home so much. If you want to take advantage of me, just say so."

"Hey, Haozi, just tell me if it's okay or not. My boss is here, just give me a straight answer."

"Sure, Hiroko, will you give me a discount?"

"I'm really impressed by you. You're so stingy. Have you forgotten that the club helped you keep it a secret last time?"

"Keep your voice down."

The two of them were talking to each other, it was really funny. Wei Jin was watching their duet from the side.

After a while, they finally got to the point. Ning Hao handed over the revised script, and then, without caring that Wei Jin was still flipping through it, he started talking about the follow-up.

"Junior brother, as for the budget, your sister Na has already done it. The initial estimate is 500 million. Even if there are discrepancies, it is estimated that the fluctuation is only million."

"Yeah, that makes sense."

Wei Jin nodded as he flipped through the script.

The investment cost of road comedies is usually not high, and the actors will not suffer any loss with Ning Hao's budget. The conversation with Huang Bai just now should be more of a joke.

"Brother, how do you plan the investment share?"

"I plan to take the full 50% this time, and the company will invest half. Also, if you have time, you can be a producer for me, but there will be no pay, hahahaha"

It can be seen that Ning Hao is very confident in this script. Wei Jin has no objection and agrees with a smile:

"Okay, but this is my first time as a producer, so don't blame me for being a hands-off boss."

"That can't be possible. Old Wei, if your name is put on the map, the box office will increase by at least 100 million."

Huang Bai at the side flattered him, causing Ning Hao to roll his eyes, "If you were in ancient times, you would definitely be a chief eunuch."

"Get lost."

"That's a eunuch like Lao Ai."

The two began to tease each other again, but a thought flashed through Wei Jin's mind and he looked Huang Bai up and down, which made the latter silent instantly.

"Lao Wei, the look in your eyes scares me."

Wei Jin smiled and said, "Old Huang, are you interested in playing a cameo role in my new film?"

"Of course, no problem. The boss has spoken, what else is there to say?"

Upon hearing this, Huang Bai became excited and nodded in agreement, then raised his eyebrows at Ning Hao.

"Have you seen it, Mouse? It's a new film by the Palme d'Or director. If you want to watch it, then it depends on my schedule."

I have to say, Huang Bai is really good at talking. Ning Hao doesn't even want to continue chatting with him.

Seeing that Ning Hao didn't argue, Huang Bai also felt that it was boring. He clapped his hands and asked Wei Jin: "Old Wei, what role is it specifically?"

"Well, a character who is older and has a sense of humor."

"Old Wei has a great eye. This is tailor-made for me."

Huang Bai's flattery was endless, but Wei Jin's next sentence left him dumbfounded.

"This character had his testicles removed because of testicular cancer."

"Pfft"

Ning Hao spat out a mouthful of tea, then he couldn't help laughing out loud: "Hahaha, Bozi, tailor-made for me, hahaha"

Huang Bo is a man of no-nonsense personality. He immediately stiffened his neck and said in defense: "You are a director. No matter how big or small the role is, it is all for art."

"Sure, Hiroko, for your awareness, I'll also pick you for my new movie today."

"Hey, that's great, double happiness, I'll treat you tonight."

"Okay, it's rare for a Golden Horse Award winner to treat us, so we must have a good meal."

"Ha ha."

After a small gathering, Wei Jin went to Xishan Villa and made an appointment to discuss acting with Liu Yifei tonight.

On the way, Wei Jin called Lei Datou and Qiao Zhenyu.

Since Huang Bai has joined, Wei Jin thinks that the two of them can also join in. Together with Liu Yifei, wouldn’t this be a definite return to "Those Years"?
When the two received the call, they agreed immediately. After all, the boss called personally, so what else was there to say?

After getting most of the roles done, Wei Jin felt one thing was accomplished and could spend the rest of his time working on his acting skills.

With a relaxed mood, Wei Jin arrived at the place and saw Liu Yifei leaning on the sofa, writing and drawing in a notebook.

Hearing the sound of the door opening, the little girl looked up and a smile appeared on her face.

"Brother, you are here."

As she spoke, the girl came over and took out shoes for Wei Jin, like a young wife waiting for them to return home.

"Yifei, what were you doing just now?"

Wei Jin put his arm around Liu Yifei's slender waist, touched her nose, and asked casually.

"Oh, brother, can you help me take a look at the biography I made?"

After Liu Yifei finished speaking, she pulled Wei Jin to the sofa and handed him the pink notebook like a treasure.

"it is good."

After taking the notebook, Wei Jin looked at the neat and beautiful handwriting and was mesmerized for a moment.

After a long while, Wei Jin closed his notebook and held up the girl's pretty face.

"Yifei, you did a great job. You will definitely be able to act well."

"Really?"

"of course."

Wei Jin reached out and stroked the girl's hair, giving an affirmative answer. As for the confirmed actor, he planned to give the girl a surprise when the time comes.

But what he didn't expect was that after receiving the affirmation, Liu Yifei actually raised her head proudly and wanted to check his biography.

"Well, I'm a director, why would I write a biography? I wrote all the scripts."

"That won't work. What if you can't catch my play?"

"Yifei, you are going to turn against Tiangang. I will see how good your acting skills are tonight."

After saying this, Wei Jin stretched out his hands, grasped the beauty's knees, hugged her around the waist, and strode towards the bedroom.

That night, Liu Yifei seemed to be back on the set of Those Years. She was beaten up by Wei Jin the whole night and cried her eyes out.
(End of this chapter)