Chapter 155: Two and a half years since his debut, he reached the top overnight

Chapter 155: Two and a half years since his debut, he reached the top overnight

A night of joy passed by.

Sleeping in each other's arms all night.

Zhou Yutang went to China Film Academy the next day.

Han Sanping is also invited to the Magnolia Awards Ceremony next month.

China Film Group is one of the producers, and Han Sanping is also named as a producer, so he is naturally a member of the "Latent" crew.

When we met, we inevitably talked about the box office performance of "The Lonely Agent".

Han Sanping was a little happy, but also a little sad.

I’m happy because “The Last Man” was a phenomenal hit and broke all box office records. Mr. Han felt that he was proud of himself.

What I am worried about is that the box office of "Lonely Agent" is too high.

After "Titanic" landed on China Cinemas in the spring of 1998, its total domestic box office reached 360 million yuan, suppressing China's film fortunes for more than ten years.

During this period, Zhang Yimou, Xiaogangpao and others made many large-scale commercial films, but they still could not cross that mountain.

Han Sanping made "The Founding of the People's Republic of China", a blockbuster with the main theme, in order to pay tribute to the motherland, and also for the purpose of breaking the box office record of "Titanic".

Unexpectedly, "The Lonely Agent" turned out to be a huge hit, miraculously exceeding the 500 million mark at the box office.

Although the current daily box office growth has dropped to a few million, China Film Group predicts based on analysis that the box office of the "Agent" movie will be around 525 million.

For now.

This is definitely a very scary number.

Will "The Founding of the People's Republic of China" be able to break this record by then?

Even if there are more than 170 luxurious all-star lineups.

Mr. Han didn’t feel confident at all.

After chatting for a while, Han Sanping asked: "Yu Tang, what projects do you have to work on next?"

"The company has collaborated with Hua Yi on a movie."

"You don't participate yourself?"

"My schedule is full, let people from the company come on board. I also have a TV series project in hand."

"oh?"

Han Sanping's eyes lit up. After understanding it, he became quite interested: "This book sounds interesting, but don't you have any plans for a movie project?"

This is really the case in the Chinese film and television industry at the current stage.

Movies are more attractive than TV series.

But in a few years, with the influx of capital, the film and television industry will be reshuffled, and all the best actors and actresses will have to act in TV series.

If you want to build an undefeated golden body, you must have a hit TV series that can be produced.

High nationality is equivalent to a blood cow in the game. Even if you take a lot of damage from the movie, you can still gain a stable foothold in the industry.

Positive example, Liu Tianxian.

Negative example, Zhang Ziyi.

Zhang Ziyi's status is very high, and she has become an international official, but her popularity among Chinese people is really low.

Facing Han Sanping's eager eyes, Zhou Yutang smiled bitterly and said: "I have a few ideas, but I have just completed a publicity roadshow for more than half a month, so I need to take a good rest."

Mr. Han shook his head and said earnestly: "How can young people choose comfort when they are full of energy? I think back then, when I was your age, I worked in Emei Film Studio. I started as a lighting engineer and a set recorder. In order to pursue To make progress, just sleep for 4 hours a day.”

Third Master, this is not what you said on the phone when I was on the road show.

You told me to have a good rest, and I must take good care of my body. The body is the capital of revolution.

Zhou Yutang's expression twitched: "I have some immature ideas and I want to report them to you."

"Tell me?"

Han Sanping regained his composure, his eyes shone, and his body leaned forward slightly.

"The script is not even finished yet."

Zhou Yutang said: "But it's probably about the struggle between a low-level A-air and an arrogant and domineering second-generation chaebol in a battle of wisdom and courage."

Han Sanping pondered for a while, nodded slightly, but said nothing.

But he was filled with admiration in his heart.

Zhou Yutang is really extraordinary. He has a particularly keen sense of the film and television industry. Just listening to it, I feel that the plot of this story is very tense and has a lot of depth.

"Mr. Han, what do you think?"

"Exchange of money and power, power and coercion, this film wants to expose social class contradictions?"

As a professional filmmaker, Han Sanping's vision is undeniable, and he can see the context of Zhou Yutang's story at a glance.

"That's pretty much what it means. The core of the script can be explored based on social conditions, which will make it easier for the audience to resonate."

"good!"

Han Sanping nodded with satisfaction: "The plot is very intense and it's a good idea. However, when making this film, we have to be careful not to overdo it. We must have positive energy."

"Justice will be late, but it will not be absent. My main purpose is to let the audience know that true love exists in the world."

"Your ideological awareness has improved very quickly!" Han Sanping was halfway through his words, and Zhou Yutang did the rest of the sentence, and he was slightly stunned.

"It's all based on President Han's instructions."

"Stop talking official with me. By the way, don't forget the celebration banquet over there in the light."

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Zhou Yutang and Han Sanping were talking about "Veteran", but Mr. Han suggested changing the name to "Big Shot".

This is a script he wrote during the night break while filming "The Lonely Agent". It tells the story of an experienced low-level old police officer who defeats the arrogant and domineering second son of a chaebol.

He also buried a little easter egg in "The Lonely Agent". When Zhong Wen, played by Tony Leung Ka-fai, sent Simon Yam on his way, there was a line saying that the chairman of the Zhao Group in the Mainland booked an order with him because of his bad kidneys. The kidney matched the match, and Simon Yam was lucky enough to have the right match.

but.

The script is not yet complete, and filming will have to wait until the second half of the year.

On the way back to the company from China Film Group, Ning Hao, who was filming "No Man's Land" in the desert, called him to congratulate him.

Ning Hao was also happy for his friend.

In movies with male protagonists, Zhou Yutang alone can handle a box office of 500 million.

It directly took away the box office record of Tianchao movies.

At the same time, it also brought Zhou Yutang's status in the film industry.

The main thing is to step on someone's head.

Ning Hao felt the same as Zhou Yutang, just one word:

Cool!

"Old Ning, how is the scenery over there?"

"What are you talking about here? Do you want to come and have fun? Riding a camel is very fun. By the way, you can play a guest role for me. I got a mouthful of sand while talking to you."

You could clearly hear Ning Hao opening his mouth and vomiting violently on the other side of the phone, and he also scolded Lu again: "Some time ago, things were done beautifully. The guy who stepped on the horse is really not a thing."

Ning Hao talked about this topic, and Zhou Yutang smiled lightly.

He rarely gets off the field and takes a shot.

But when he stood up, many people stood behind him to support him.

Ning Hao was in the Gobi at the time, and when he heard about this incident, he asked his wife to post a message to criticize him.

Mr. Lu invested 80 million in that movie, and professional box office agencies estimate that the box office is guaranteed to be 150 million, with the hope of reaching 200 million.

As a result, Zhou Yutang came in with a handheld sniper attack and directly knocked the crooked movie down to a box office of just over 40 million.

"You think the grandson will have to vomit blood, right?"

Ning Hao was so happy when he talked about it that Zhou Yutang quickly moved his phone away to avoid being infected by his devilish laughter.

Ning Hao seemed to have other ideas: "Yu Tang, you said that movies from that angle can pass the review, so there is no reason for me to be stuck in this no-man's land..."

He seemed to be lacking in confidence and was trying to cheer himself up.

"It's hard to say, we'll see when the time comes."

Zhou Yutang is also not easy to evaluate.

Under the current review system, "No Man's Land" is a bit over the top.

In the following days, the box office of "Agent" slowly exceeded 520 million.

Guangguang CEO Wang Changtian generously arranged for a celebration banquet at a five-star hotel in Beijing.

Something must be done in a big way!

The new box office record of Chinese movies is a shame for Enlight Media!

Han Sanping, Yang Shoucheng, and Wang Changtian all had red faces, and the three giants held Zhou Yutang in the middle like stars over the moon.

Click! Click!

The media invited to the stage were all related to several entertainment companies, and they were almost crazy for this explosive news material.

For a moment, the flashlights shone continuously, making the banquet hall as bright as day.

There was also buzzing discussion from the audience:

"Three bosses are escorting us, Zhou Yutang is about to take off!"

"After two and a half years of debut, he reached the top overnight. This Zhou Yutang is really a monster!"

"Jiangdong Entertainment seems to have a high share of investment in this movie. How much money will he earn from such a high box office?"

"His status has been completely elevated now."

The long table is covered with a curtain, which reveals a rather spectacular ice sculpture. Under the gorgeous lights, the series of numbers shine with a crystal luster.

Several bosses spoke separately.

At the end, the audience applauded enthusiastically.

Zhou Yutang also clapped softly.

"Yu Tang, please come and say a few words."

Originally, he wanted to give the stage to the three big guys to brag, but Han Sanping took the initiative to put his arm around Zhou Yutang's shoulders and handed the microphone over with a smile.

"Then I'll just say a few words."

Zhou Yutang took the microphone and said calmly: "The success of "The Lonely Agent" is inseparable from Mr. Han's support and the distribution of light. Yinghuang also provided a lot of help during the filming process."

"I just wrote a script, invested some money, and played a role. Thank you for your love. I will continue to improve and hope to produce better works in the future."

Snapped! Snapped! Snapped!

After Zhou Yutang finished speaking, the audience applauded like thunder.

Mr. Wang from Huayi was also applauding, but his mood was quite complicated.

Huayi failed to capture such a phenomenal hit, and instead let Guangguang steal the show.

If you don't make a profit but others make a lot of money, it's equivalent to a loss for yourself.

Fortunately, there is also a youth drama written by Zhou Yutang, and it is estimated that the box office will be guaranteed. I will deepen my relationship with him no matter what I do in the future.

I didn’t dare to slack off a little bit some time ago.

Now.

It’s finally time to pop the champagne and taste the fruits of victory.

Zhou Yutang first clinked glasses with the three bosses: Han Sanping, Wang Changtian, and Yang Shoucheng.

"Yu Tang, if you have the opportunity, go and see the set of "Youth". Let's communicate more in the future. You are also one of Huayi's shareholders. You must have a sense of ownership!"

Mr. Xiao Wang smiled and took the initiative to propose a toast, and Zhou Yutang also clinked glasses politely.

Just as he finished talking to Mr. Wang, the big dog brother with a galloping pony came over again: "Yu Tang, you are really awesome on the horse!"

Big Dog Brother's congratulations were so plain and unpretentious, which seemed out of place with Mr. Han and other big bosses.

Zhou Yutang saw that there was a group of people waiting to come over to toast, so he took Brother Big Dog to a secluded corner to chat.

"I just came back from the United States last month and went to see the special effects company there again."

"Brother Big Dog, do you really want to start a special effects company in China?"

"Of course, future movies will be inseparable from special effects. Let me tell you, I gained a lot from going there this time."

"Brother Big Dog, you are really discerning."

Zhou Yutang really admires him.

Big Dog Brother started his career in advertising. He has money and background, and a good vision. He is famous for his loyalty in the circle, and Ning Hao has a good relationship with him.

Starting to set up a special effects company at this stage is on the right path, but it will cost money.

Tens of millions are not enough to spend.

Zhou Yutang is rich now, but he is not rich enough to burn tens of millions.

Next step.

He planned to take down the company building first.

This is the foundation of Jiangdong Film and Television Culture and Entertainment Company. To do special effects, you can wait until the company takes off and set foot in Hollywood, then continue to export talents to learn the process operation model there, and then package and acquire the special effects company there to establish a complete system. set of systems.

certainly.

These are all things for later.

After finishing the work here, a young woman caught Zhou Yutang’s attention.

He is not a thief.

This young woman is Jiang Xueluo, the proprietress of Zhouyi, who is as famous as Cai Yinong of Tangren Film and Television.

Zhou Yutang has been coveting the team behind Tang Ren for a long time, but after poaching Tang Ren's Lin Yufen, Mao Jianxin and others, the remaining Li Guoli is a Tang Ren shareholder and cannot be poached at all, and the others have not made any progress.

Zhouyi Company is also a well-known film and television company in the industry. It has produced "Water Moon Cave", "Wulin Foreign History", "Li Wei Becomes an Official", "Eight Formations of Gods and Ghosts", "Xiao Shiyilang", and "Young King" .

Including "Love Through Time", the originator of time-travel dramas in the Chinese film and television industry, was also produced by Zhouyi Company.

If you pick one at random, it can be regarded as a wonderful TV series above the standard.

"Mr. Zhou, congratulations on the box office success!"

Jiang Xuezhen is an intellectual and dignified woman, and Zhou Yutang shook hands with her politely: "I like Zhouyi's TV series very much, especially "Shuiyue Cave", which is a very classic drama."

"It is Zhou Yi's honor to be appreciated by Mr. Zhou."

Jiang Xuezhen was stunned for a moment, and then a friendly smile appeared on his face: "Jiangdong Film and Television Culture and Entertainment Company is really powerful. Every one of them is a hit drama, and Mr. Zhou's transformation movies are also very successful. I hope that in the future There is an opportunity to cooperate.”

Although it was a business exchange, there was a hint of sincerity in the words of both parties.

Jiang Xuezhen really admired Zhou Yutang for starting from scratch and being able to achieve such a career.

As for Zhou Yutang, he basically watched Zhou Yi's TV series when he was in school, and he once thought that Brother Tong was the most handsome man in the world.

Simply communicate and enjoy the conversation.

Just after adding private contact information to Jiang Xuezhen, Fan Xiaopang appeared behind him mysteriously and said in a faint voice: "Yu Tang, it turns out you like this style?"

Seeing the goblin's stunned expression, as if he had discovered a huge secret, Zhou Yutang calmly explained: "Let's talk about business matters, nothing else."

"Yeah, I believe you."

"Sister Binbin, why don't you go socialize?"

"Social entertainment is so boring."

Fan Xiaopang winked and asked curiously: "You and Jiang Xueyuan have some business matters to discuss. Do you want to work with Zhou Yi on a TV series?"

Normally, she would have gone to socialize on such an occasion.

Fan Xiaopang also owns a studio, and he also needs to accumulate network resources.

But now she has a new goal.

Compared with the useless connections accumulated through frequent social interactions, it is far less important than winning over Zhou Yutang.

After debuting for two and a half years, he reached the top overnight and talked and laughed with everyone. If you have a treasure like Zhou Yutang, you are taking a shortcut, so what kind of connections do you need?

"Have you discovered all this?"

Zhou Yutang deliberately looked surprised, causing Fan Xiaopang to sneer and inadvertently give Zhou Yutang a few light blows with his pink fist.

"Yu Tang, what are you talking about? Are you so happy?"

At this time, Gao Yuanyuan appeared on stage wearing a one-shoulder tube top dress.

Da Meiyuan was dressed particularly gracefully and dignified tonight, without losing the charm of a mature woman, and she glanced directly at Fan Xiaopang.

"Heh, Yuanyuan is here. We were just talking about project cooperation."

Fan Xiaopang was also radiant in her gold-plated dress.

Both women were observing each other, as if analyzing each other's fighting ability.

"Please tell me what project it is."

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Two beauties, one on the left and one on the right, each occupy one of Zhou Yutang's arms. Although the fragrance is flowing and the beauty is not shallow, these two beauties are vaguely opposed to each other.

Fortunately, Fan Xiaopang was very clever and jumped out of the way when he received a call from his agent Mu Xiaoguang.

The banquet is over.

On their way home with Da Meiyuan, Zhou Yutang called Li Shuang: "Sister Shuang, do you know Jiang Xueyuan from Zhouyi Company?"

"It's okay. I've met him a few times, but I'm not very familiar with him."

"How is the operation of Zhouyi Company?"

"Zhou Yi's development momentum has not been good in recent years. It seems that there is something wrong with Jiang Xuethong's relationship with her husband."

"Go talk to Jiang Xuezhen."

Zhou Yutang's eyes moved: "Let's take this line first."

"Are you the team behind Zhou Yi's victory?"

Li Shuang has worked with Zhou Yutang for so long and knows his style of doing things very well.

"Don't be hasty, let's figure it out slowly."

A meaningful smile appeared on the corner of Zhou Yutang's mouth.

Zhouyi Company is a well-known mom-and-pop shop in the circle.

The boss personally took charge of the script creation and led the screenwriting team to come up with new ideas every day. Jiang Xuezhen was responsible for the drama production, and it was very successful in the first few years.

However, there are some problems with Zhouyi's development model.

If you only support one person for a long time, the drama will be popular but the person will not be popular.

In addition, in recent years, domestic film and television companies have emerged one after another, and a hundred flowers have bloomed. Zhouyi's overall operating conditions are getting worse day by day, and it is even worse than Tangren Film and Television.

Not surprisingly.

Zhouyi will go downhill next.

You can't even predict which day the team will suddenly break up.

There is a behind-the-scenes team that has been working together for several years, and their tacit understanding and professionalism are unquestionable.

This is what Zhou Yutang had in mind.

If Zhou Yi's behind-the-scenes team can be fully accepted, it will definitely be a great reinforcement for Jiangdong Film and Television Culture and Entertainment Company.

Zhou Yutang was talking about something, and Da Meiyuan was leaning on his shoulder.

Looking at this man's clear and superior cheeks, he felt a sense of fortitude and forbearance that was completely inconsistent with his age.

The heart beats unsatisfactorily.