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Chapter 219 Gong Li
  On its second day of broadcast, "The Legend of Zhen Huan" recorded an average single-day ratings of 12.76%.

First broadcast 12.31%.

On the second day, it was 12.76%, an increase of 0.45%.

In 2006, decoding set-top boxes have begun to be promoted, and satellite TV stations in various provinces have entered thousands of households. The market share of satellite TV sets is becoming less and less than before.

Nowadays, it is difficult to see a TV series with a ratings of more than 10%.

But the appearance of Zhen Huan's Legend broke this pattern!

At the beginning of the year, the Hong Kong drama "The Golden Branch" was broadcast on Mango TV, and its real average ratings were only 0.3%.

However, although it is only 0.3%, its popularity can catch up with "Dae Jang Geum".

After Yangshi knew this, he had full confidence in "The Legend of Zhen Huan", which is also a palace drama directed by Wang Shu.

Facts have proved that "The Legend of Zhen Huan" did not disappoint.

With the bonus of Wang Shu, a 200-million-dollar director, and the starring roles of popular actors such as Zhou Xun, Ning Jing, and Mei Ting.

On the day it aired, it broke the "trough" in which the ratings of TV series broadcast in Yangwang over the past few years could not exceed 10.

"The next day's ratings were 12.76%?"

After Ning Jing learned the news, a smile appeared on her face.

12.31% on the first day, perhaps because the audience chose to watch out of curiosity for the sake of the million-strong director and cast.

The ratings did not decrease but increased the next day, which shows that it is stable!

"Director Wang is really great. It is rumored that he doesn't know how to shoot historical dramas with costumes. The success of "The Legend of Zhen Huan" has slapped many people in the face." The agent next to him answered.

In 2006, Feng Xiaogang filmed "The Banquet", Zhang Yimou filmed "The City of Golden Armor", and last year Chen Kaige filmed "The Promise".

As a director, Wang Shu did not make costume movies, but costume TV series.

In the eyes of some people, Wang Shu thinks he is not strong enough and dare not set foot in the field of costume films to avoid being compared to the works of his predecessors.

And even Feng Xiaogang has started filming "The Night Banquet", which shows that mainland directors will eventually shoot costume movies.

Wang Shu is no exception.

According to this inference, Wang Shu filmed "The Legend of Zhen Huan" because he did not have confidence in shooting costume movies and settled for shooting costume TV series.

That is to say, I don’t know how to shoot costume dramas. I will test the waters and gain experience by shooting costume TV dramas first, and then I can start shooting costume movies when I feel confident.

In this way, it will not be compared to the works of other directors and become a joke because of the poor performance of a costume movie.

"Haha." Ning Jing smiled when she heard this and said, "If you know the filming process of "The Legend of Zhen Huan", you would not be able to say such things to question Director Wang."

During the filming of "The Legend of Zhen Huan", Ning Jing was well aware of Wang Shu's ability in shooting costume dramas, and knew that it was impossible for Wang Shu to not be able to make costume movies.

If this kind of movie is not made, it can only be because Wang Shu doesn’t want to make it.

When the agent heard this, he also smiled, and then said: "There is news in the industry that Director Wang seems to be preparing for another movie. It seems to be a big production."

Ning Jing was stunned when she heard this, and asked in surprise: "Isn't he obsessed with filming idol dramas now? Why is he planning a movie again?"

The agent did not answer the question, but said to himself: "A few days ago at the celebration party for "Love Traveler", someone happened to hear Han Sanping and Director Wang discussing the preparations for the movie in a low voice."

"It seems that we have talked about several blockbusters directed by Zhang Yimou, and it seems that we are also planning to prepare a blockbuster with a luxurious lineup."

"Is that so?" Ning Jing was stunned upon hearing this.

She also knew that although Wang Shu was obsessed with filming idol dramas, it didn't mean that Wang Shu wouldn't make movies.

What's more, it is more likely that Han Sanping will discuss it with Wang Shu.

"If Director Wang is really planning to make a movie, do you have any ideas?" The agent looked at Ning Jing and asked.

When Ning Jing heard this, she rolled her eyes at her manager and said with self-knowledge, "Is this something I have no idea about?"

"Haha." The manager smiled after hearing this. She also understood what Ning Jing meant, and then said, "During the previous cooperation on "The Legend of Zhen Huan", you have formed a good friendship with Director Wang."

"This time, you can take the initiative to ask."

The human society consists of all kinds of human relationships, and the same is true in the entertainment industry.

Ning Jing's agent's suggestion is normal in the entertainment industry.

When Ning Jing heard this, she was not moved despite her carefree temperament.

The success of "Space Traveler" made Sun Li, Liu Yan and other actors and actresses famous in one fell swoop.

And now, it seems that a blockbuster movie is being planned!
  Blockbusters are top-notch resources!

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  She suddenly sighed softly and said, "You also said you were planning to make a blockbuster film."

"Since it is a blockbuster, the cast must be quite large."

"I now"

The agent understood what she meant and immediately said without any doubt: "You are still a big name now!"

Once upon a time, the resources Ning Jing had were to make her into the second Gong Li.

However, she didn't know how to cherish it and insisted on doing it.

Now, it can only be the past.

Ning Jing knew in her heart that these were the words of her manager to comfort her, so she laughed dryly and did not answer.

At the same time, the Beijing circle was also shaken.

Ning Jing's agent can get the news, which means that many people know that Wang Shu is planning to make a movie.

While others just heard it through hearsay, Huayi's Li Binbin knew the specific content.

It was decided that Zhou Xun would be replaced and a bigger-name actress would star.

In the Mainland, the actors to choose from are either Zhang Ziyi or Gong Li.

As for Hong Kong and Taiwan
  Mainland blockbusters usually feature Hong Kong and Taiwan male actors, while the female ones are played by mainland actors.

This is because whether they are actors or actresses, there are more actors in Hong Kong and Taiwan who are more suitable to play the leading role in blockbusters.

Since it is a film produced in the Mainland, it is impossible to use all actors from Hong Kong and Taiwan.

Under neutralization, a combination of Hong Kong and Taiwan actors and mainland actresses will usually take the lead.

"One of Gong Li and Zhang Ziyi will play the lead female role, and Zhou Xun will play the second female lead. I can't play the third or fourth female lead, right?"

Li Binbin thought about it in his heart.

In Huayi, Li Binbin, Zhou Xun, and Fan Binbin refused to obey the other.

Li Binbin would never want to play a character with a lower status than Zhou Xun in the same drama.

This is not only true for these two people, but also for Zhao Yanzi.

In 2008, the movie "Painted Skin" was released.

This drama was originally played by Zhou Xun as the heroine and Zhao Yanzi as the second female lead.

Zhao Yanzi was unwilling and insisted on teasing it into a two-female movie.

"But this drama is not only directed by Wang Shu, but it will also be a blockbuster."

The more Li Binbin thought about it, the less he wanted to miss it. After struggling for a moment, he took out his mobile phone and found Huayi Wang Zhonglei's phone number and dialed it.

One Tree Company.

Wang Shu did not go to the set, but sat in the office and waited.

After a while, Gong Li knocked on the door and came in. "Hello, Director Wang." Gong Li took the lead in greeting with a smile.

Wang Shu didn't ask for help, and quickly stood up to greet him. As he greeted him, he said with a smile: "Teacher Gong Li, I have been waiting for you."

After he separated from Zhou Xun, he called Gong Li and explained his intention.

Gong Li also knew at this time that Wang Shu was the second director after Zhang Yimou whose single film box office exceeded 2 million. In addition, she was not doing well in Hollywood, so she gave Wang Shu a rough explanation. After reading the content of the script, I agreed to the invitation.

Even though Wang Shu is now a new director with a box office of 2 million, Gong Li mainly wants to develop in Hollywood at this stage. If the script is not good, Gong Li will basically not agree.

At this stage, only Gong Li can be invited in China, that is, Lao Mouzi can still have this face.

As for Wang Shu, he mainly relied on this heroine script.

The two of them chatted for a while, then Wang Shu handed the prepared script to Gong Li and said with a smile: "Teacher Gong Li, please read the script first."

Wang Shu would be so polite to Gong Li not only because of Gong Li's achievements in the entertainment industry, but also because compared to him, a newcomer, Gong Li is a senior who has been around for a long time.

In 1987, Gong Li was selected by director Zhang Yimou to star in the heroine "Jiu'er" in the war art film "Red Sorghum", thus making her official debut.

Then, a fifteen-year journey of cooperation with fifth-generation directors began.

The film won the Golden Bear Award at the 38th Berlin International Film Festival and became the first Chinese-language film to win the Best Film Award at the three major European international film festivals. It also won the Best Feature Film Award at the 8th China Golden Rooster Award and the 11th Popular Film Award. Film Hundred Flowers Award for Best Feature Film.

"Red Sorghum" is the film debut directed by Zhang Yimou.

Gong Li also made her official debut with "Red Sorghum".

Wang Shu's first film only won a consolation prize in Berlin.

Lao Mouzi's debut film directly won the Golden Bear Award at the Berlin Film Festival!
  Of course, before making this movie, Lao Mouzi had several years of experience as a photographer and actor on the crew.

In 1992, Gong Li starred in the rural-themed film "Qiu Ju's Lawsuit", which won the Golden Lion Award at the 49th Venice International Film Festival.

Gong Li played the role of Qiu Ju, a stubborn and unyielding rural woman in the film, and won the Best Actress Award at the 49th Venice International Film Festival for this film, becoming the first Venice Best Actress from Mainland China.

In addition, she also won the 13th Golden Rooster Award for Best Actress and the Japan Film Critics Association Award for Best Actress.

In 1991, Gong Li won the Popular Hundred Flowers Best Actress Award for "Raise the Red Lantern".

By 1992, she directly became the winner of the Venice International Film Festival, one of the three major film festivals in Europe.

Then he was invited to participate in "Tang Bohu Spots Autumn Fragrance".

Back then, if films produced on Hong Kong Island were to be released on the mainland, they had to have mainland actors playing important roles.

When "Tang Bohu Spots Autumn Fragrance" was being prepared, it was aimed at the mainland market, so Gong Li starred.

However, the content of "Tang Bohu Spots Autumn Fragrance" did not meet the mainland's review requirements, so it failed to pass the review and was ultimately not released in the mainland.

Gong Li smiled, then picked up the script and read it carefully.

The script of the heroine can be praised.

Despite Gong Li's status in the country and the fact that she doesn't need the support of domestic movies.

But, for an actor, a heroine script is something that is also rare.

Although she is the heroine in "The Golden Armor", it also stars Chow Yun-fat, Jay Chou and others, so she is far from being able to compare with the big female protagonists.

Now, the script Wang Shu is preparing to film is different.

Gong Li watched it for a while and already had a preliminary understanding of the script. She looked up at Wang Shu and said with a smile, "It's a very good script."

After finishing speaking, he then asked curiously: "Can you tell me who the other actors are?"

Wang Shu did not hide anything and replied directly: "The second female lead will be Zhou Xun, other actors have not been decided yet."

"But Director Han said before that he is going to invite auditions to see who are suitable."

Gong Li nodded. She could tell that she was planning to choose other roles after deciding on the heroine.

As for why Zhou Xun was chosen to play the second female lead, she didn't ask.

In her opinion, Zhou Xun is one of the four double stars, so there is no problem with her playing the second female lead.

The two then chatted for a while and initially decided that Gong Li would play the heroine.

As for whether it can finally happen, we still have to negotiate the contract.

Han Sanping will be one of the producers of this drama. Regarding Gong Li's remuneration, Wang Shu plans to let China Film Group negotiate with them.

Once the remuneration is negotiated and the contract is signed, it is confirmed.

Gong Li is different from other domestic actresses. Her salary in Hollywood is as high as millions of dollars.

This time for participating in a domestic film, I will definitely not be able to pay according to this value, so I need China Film to have a good talk with me and strive for some friendship.

Of course, as an investor, Wang Shu can also discuss these directly with Gong Li.

It's just that he's too lazy to do this job.

After all, China Film Group is the largest investor, and Han Sanping is also one of the producers.

It would be unreasonable not to leave this matter to China Film Group.

Gong Li did not stay at Yishu Company for long. After chatting with Wang Shu about the script, shooting time, cycle and other matters, she got up and left.

Wang Shu stood up and politely sent him out of the company before returning to the office.

As news spread that Wang Shu was planning to make a blockbuster film with China Film Group, a lot of paparazzi were hidden around Yishu Company.

Even though Gong Li was wearing a mask and a hat when entering and exiting a tree company, she was still spotted by many sharp-eyed paparazzi.

Soon, news spread that Wang Shu had an appointment with Gong Li and was planning to make a blockbuster movie, and that Gong Li might be the heroine of the blockbuster movie.

Some practitioners in the industry who had not previously believed that Wang Shu would be planning a blockbuster film already realized that the news was true after seeing photos of Gong Li entering and leaving Yishu Company.

In an instant, many actors began to look for connections and contacts.

Sun Li, a screen actress since she was a child, became a heroine with a box office of 2 million due to "The Lover", and the unknown newcomer Liu Yan became a hot new star because of "The Lover". All these are obvious to all.

Now, Wang Shu is planning to make a blockbuster film.

Moreover, Gong Li seems to be the heroine.

Many actors, big and small, in the industry don't want to miss this opportunity.

Everyone knows that when Wang Shu makes a movie, he will conduct auditions.

Jiang Wenli was able to star in "The Tuner" and win the Best Actress Award at Cannes because she got the role through audition.

It is undeniable that Gong Li may be directly confirmed if she enters or leaves Yishu Company.

But since we are planning to make a blockbuster movie, it is normal to settle on Gong Li.

I don’t dare to hope for the female lead or the male lead, but if I audition for other roles, I might have a chance!
  　Yesterday I saw the news of Zhou Haimei's death, and I felt very depressed. I didn't want to go to the factory anymore, and I didn't want to write a word when I got off work. My whole state was very strange.

　　I have never had such emotions before when other celebrities passed away.

　　 In 2006, Zhou Haimei was in Beijing. By 2008, she was not doing well in Beijing, so she returned to TVB to take on roles.

　　I had originally booked her appearance in the scene, but now I don’t know whether to write it or not.

　　In fact, it would be okay if there was someone beside her who sent her to the hospital in time, but she lived alone at home.

　　Lupus is an immune disease. She didn't die from it, but...

　　You'll be fine if you send him to the hospital in time
  　　what a pity!

　　
  　
  (End of this chapter)