Chapter 658: Debut at the peak, unlimited glory

Chapter 658: Debut at the peak, unlimited glory

"Zhou Yutang is too good at playing. One crown group is not enough. Can this waist withstand it?"

"I don't know if he can withstand it, but I can't withstand it anyway."

"If you don't understand, just ask, what is the name of that big bear?"

"Go watch the debut group variety show. This is Cheng Xiao, the tallest in the team!"

"Hey, Tang Wei's sister has debuted?"

"Chao Yue's sister is so pretty, she is definitely the face of the group."

"This Neon girl Sana is also very pretty, a real perfect face group."

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Jiangdong's new girl group has just debuted and has topped the entertainment hot search list in both countries.

"CUPID", the song from the debut album that Sohu boss Zhang likes the most, won the championship on the hot song list of all South Korean music websites within twelve hours of its release.

Even the English version of this song has been on the American Billboard Hot 100 list.

This is the true peak of debut.

It has swept major music charts at home and abroad. It is not unprecedented, but it has also refreshed the peak performance of all generations of girl groups.

Another new song in the album, "WANNABE", also entered the top five of the popular song charts of all South Korean music websites.

Wang Xiaocong, the son of Wanda, who was ordered by Lao Wang to go to South Korea to discuss the acquisition of South Korean film and television special effects company Dexter, brought his beloved Internet celebrity girl to the scene to support the song.

It is still on the Weibo hot search list.

Such an amazing result, like a blockbuster bomb, not only caused an uproar in the industry, but also triggered widespread discussion and controversy on social media in both countries.

Many people have compared Jiangdong's new girl group with Girls' Generation.

This is definitely not comparable.

At present, it can only be said that it is a first-line new girl group that kills the same period, and there is still a long way to go before it can become a top girl group.

After all, the industry's standards for top girl groups are very strict, and they must maintain a leading position in all areas such as popularity, sales, sound sources, and overseas performance.

There has only been one Girls' Generation in so many years.

The golden life cycle of a girl group is at most ten years.

The peak of popularity, such as Girls' Generation, is facing the problem of transformation as its members age.

Lin Yoona is developing into an actress, Kim Taeyeon is preparing for a solo debut, and variety show host Lee Sunkyu, as well as Jessica who is dedicated to selling sunglasses

No one is always eighteen years old, but there are always beautiful eighteen-year-old girls.

This is Jiangdong's selection of hundreds of girls from all over Asia after several years.

Some of them were even poached from other entertainment companies after exchanging benefits.

After practicing like raising a Gu, countless people were eliminated, and finally the pure five-member group was decided.

Yang Chaoyue, Cheng Xiao, Kim Ji-soo, Zhao Meiyan, SANA.

Some are beautiful and exquisite, some are plump and smooth, some are fair and slender, some are soft and cute, and some are long-legged queens.

There are all kinds of types.

And the personality positioning of each member of the group is different.

After the award ceremony of the media unit of the Shanghai Film Festival, Zhou Yutang returned to the hotel and listened to Pei Yun's report on the work of the South Korean branch.

Pei Yun was also very excited.

She is the general manager of the Jiangdong branch, but she doesn't have much business.

Guarding a cash cow, Li Zhien, that Zhou Yutang dug out, can automatically explode gold coins.

Buying out the contract of the Crown Group was also the result of Zhou Yutang's use of his connections, and it can't be considered her credit.

So she is extremely looking forward to making achievements.

She also put all her energy into this group of trainees.

Just the recording of the debut group variety show, plus the production cost of the first album, cost more than 20 million, and this is not the big part.

The supporting labor costs include clothing, makeup, assistants, the entire planning team and subsequent marketing.

If you don't do it, you don't have to do it. If you do it, you have to be a top girl group.

Such a big hand, even SM, JYP, YG and other South Korean entertainment giants are shocked.

The size of the funds of the Jiangdong system is simply a dimensionality reduction attack for the entire South Korean entertainment industry.

Of course.

Creating stars is not just about spending money.

If you are a fool, you can't help it up no matter how much you help it.

Fortunately, their own girl group is quite competitive, and the momentum created by their debut is worthy of the resources of the entire Jiangdong system.

"Sister Pei, what are your plans next?"

"Next is to promote songs and rush to the charts."

Pei Yun quickly replied: "Participate in various roadshows and variety shows to accumulate popularity."

With Zhou Yutang's resources paving the way, whether it is a TV station in China or South Korea, you can go on any popular variety show.

"Yeah."

Zhou Yutang nodded slightly, unscrewed a bottle of ice water and took a sip: "You can do it. If you encounter any trouble there, you can directly contact Secretary Li of Samsung."

"I understand, President Zhou."

Professional matters should be left to professionals.

Zhou Yutang handed over the Jiangdong girl group to Pei Yun and Min Xizhen to operate together.

He only looked at the final results.

The rare Dragon Boat Festival holiday finally calmed down the A-shares that were falling without weight.

The Golden Goblet Award Ceremony and the Closing Ceremony of the Film Festival scheduled for the Magic City Grand Theater were held as scheduled.

The organizing committee of the Shanghai International Film Festival originally wanted to invite him to be a member of the jury this year.

With the honors of the Berlin Silver Bear and the Cannes Golden Palm, Zhou Yutang is the undisputed number one in the domestic entertainment industry. He is definitely qualified.

However, the film review process is too long, which conflicts with his schedule. The main reason is that his own film is aiming for the Golden Goblet Award, so he should avoid suspicion.

After Zhou Yutang declined, the organizing committee of the Shanghai International Film Festival invited the young director Andrei Zyagintsev to serve as a jury member.

The latter's "Leviathan" first won the Best Screenplay Award at Cannes, and then won the Best Foreign Language Film at the Oscars. He is also a world-renowned director.

Zhou Yutang was in the red carpet waiting area, greeting acquaintances.

At a glance, he saw Shi Nansheng, one of the judges this year, talking to Xu Ke, and was slightly stunned.

Nowadays, the two people have separated in life, but they still work together, and there is an inexplicable sense of harmony.

"Mr. Zhou, I took over the sequel to Journey to the West: Conquer the Demons."

"Congratulations to Director Xu."

Xu Ke came over and said, Zhou Yutang raised his eyebrows and was not surprised.

If a company of Alibaba's size wants to advance a project, it has already made several plans in advance.

Xu Ke is Ali’s plan B.

After waiting in the waiting area for a long time, the red carpet over there was busy.

Zhang Zilin showed off her long legs in a custom-made dress with high slits. The beaded dress highlighted Chen Qiaoen's slim figure and showed what a sweet Taiwanese girl is.

Wearing a pink satin dress, Yang Mi is also eye-catching tonight

Li Binbin, Fan Binbin, International Chapter

The flowers are becoming more and more charming, and actresses from all walks of life compete for beauty.

But tonight's Jiangdong Entertainment is destined to shine on the red carpet.

When Zhou Yutang appeared on the red carpet for the finale, the atmosphere reached its climax.

On his left is Liu Shishi, who is wearing a white gauze dress from the Elie Saab autumn and winter series. She is as conservative as ever, with a gentle and dignified temperament.

Nazha, on the right, is wearing a black breast-wrapped dress and flaming red lips, unscrupulously showing off her charming face that enchants the common people.

He also wore Harry Winston jewelry worth more than 10 million yuan.

Revealing low-key luxury.

The great governor hugged him from left to right, and the scenery was endless.

This time, the main creators of several films such as "Heart of the Sun", "The Tuner", and "Now You See Me" controlled by Jiangdong, Cao Baoping, Duan Yihong, Deng Chao, Guo Tao, etc. also walked on the red carpet. , the momentum is extremely huge.

Deng Chao, who has a bit of a social reputation, probably knew that "Scorching Sun" was a big hit at this year's Shanghai International Film Festival, so he was somewhat excited and played all kinds of tricks on the red carpet.

"Damn, you two came to the red carpet and wore height-increasing insoles, that's too much!"

Guo Fan couldn't help but complain about the two friends around him who suddenly grew taller in straight suits.

Lu Yang, who rushed to the Magic City as soon as the filming of "Xiu Chun Dao 2" was completed, said confidently and confidently: "How can I say this? I have made contributions to Jiangdong."

Wen Muye straightened his body and answered, "I have also shed a sweat for the Governor."

The three great generals of Jiangdong, as the most prominent directors of the younger generation of the Chinese dynasty, naturally attracted much attention.

The media, crowded with people, kept snapping pictures with all kinds of guns and cannons.

After walking on the red carpet, he was interviewed by the female host Chen Chen. After a lot of trouble before entering the inner court, Zhou Yutang heard Liu Shishi ask in a low voice: "Sophie Marceau is here too?"

"She's the guest of honor tonight."

Zhou Yutang looked back and saw that Sophie Marceau was being interviewed and talked about her impression of the Chinese film and television industry,

"Unfortunately, I have not worked with Chinese directors or actors, but I really admired "Chi Ling" directed by Zhou Yutang at the Cannes Film Festival last year. It is a very good movie with many scenes in it. , very beautiful and moved me very much.”

Time has never lost beauty. The French goddess who stunned countless people back then can still be said to be charming.

Liu Shishi nodded pretentiously, pretending that he could understand. After the translator relayed the story, he secretly touched Zhou Yutang next to him with his elbow:

"The goddess admires you."

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Zhou Yutang's expression was calm.

On the other hand, Gulinazha next to her looked at Sophie Marceau out of the corner of her eyes, feeling that she had the advantage, and proudly puffed out her small chest.

After entering the venue, a staff member from the organizing committee came up to him. He bowed slightly and said in a respectful tone: "Mr. Zhou, let me go over the process with you again."

This little girl was very careful and careful, and went through the overall process of tonight's award ceremony.

Zhou Yutang is also considered to have been on the battlefield for a long time, calm and calm.

For an awards ceremony like this, the organizing committee has fixed how long each link will take in advance, and someone will come back to remind you when the time comes, so it’s not a big problem.

soon.

The leader came to the stage to deliver an opening speech.

Then there was an opening dance performance, and the audience was relatively relaxed.

However, before entering the formal award process, a rather special Lifetime Achievement Award was awarded.

"Wow, Xia Meng is so beautiful."

Liu Shishi, who was beside Zhou Yutang, murmured as he looked at the big screen showing stills from the past movies of Hong Kong actress Xia Meng.

It looks a bit dated, but she is indeed a beauty of a generation. No wonder Master Jin is obsessed with her.

Xia Meng, who has been out of the spotlight for nearly half a century, is 83 years old this year. At this time, he was in Xiangjiang. Due to physical reasons, he was unable to attend the scene in person, so he specially recorded a video:

"Movies are my lifelong dream and record my best moments. I didn't expect that after so many years, so many people would still know me and I would receive a trophy from my hometown. Thank you movie!"

The intertwining of youth and beauty's twilight makes people sigh and sigh that time is fleeting, but it also makes people feel the charm of the movie.

After all, the image she left in the movie has amazed many people's memories and will never grow old.

The audience applauded. After such a small episode in the award ceremony, the atmosphere became warm.

Awards such as the Best Documentary Award and the Best Photography Award are just appetizers after all.

Before entering the main part, a staff member came to inform in advance: "Mr. Zhou, you can go backstage to prepare."

Zhou Yutang patted Liu Shishi's hand, got up and left the table, and went backstage.

The judges were all there, including the heroine of "Gone Girl" and British Bond Girl Rosamund Pike. When she saw Zhou Yutang, she took the initiative to hug him.

"Zhou, it's nice to see you again."

"Ms. Pike, me too."

We met at the Oscars reception last year. After a polite hug, Zhou Yutang smiled and said, "You speak Chinese well."

"Thank you, I practiced it for a long time in private."

Rosamund Pike was quite happy. This sentence was said in English.

Chinese is one of the most difficult languages ​​in the world. Although she is interested, she can only speak a few words.

It belongs to the level of a primary school student who is proficient in "Nihao" and "Xie Xie".

Backstage at the award ceremony.

Hao Lei, Shi Nansheng, Song Jia and others looked at each other in bewilderment.

Sophie Marceau's eyes were like radar, circling between the two.

Gossip is, after all, a female nature, and goddesses are no exception.

"Brother Jackie Chan, Miss Shi."

Zhou Yutang did not favor one over the other, and greeted Jackie Chan, Shi Nansheng and others one by one, without missing any.

Jackie Chan and Rosamund Pike went to present the Best Actress Award, and a voice came from the front, "Congratulations, "Midwife", Christa Cothorne."

The actress was pregnant and was about to become a mother. After holding the trophy, she was very excited and shed tears on the spot: "I think this is the best gift for my unborn child, thank you!"

"Mr. Zhou, Hao Lei, it's your turn."

Seeing that the time was almost up, Shi Nansheng handed the envelope to Zhou Yutang.

Zhou Yutang made a gesture of invitation to Hao Lei, and the two went on stage together to present the Best Actor Award.

Hu Jun actually guest-starred as the host of the award ceremony tonight, standing next to the beautiful Chen Chen.

No matter how you look at it, Qiao Feng doesn't have the temperament of a professional host.

But this guy's eloquence is pretty good: "One of the guests presenting the Golden Goblet Award is our film festival judge, Chinese actress Ms. Hao Lei, and the other is Mr. Zhou Yutang, the director of "Red Ling". Please invite them."

The passionate music sounded, and Zhou Yutang and Hao Lei, who were wearing a deep V backless red dress, slowly walked onto the stage.

"Ms. Hao Lei is very elegant tonight."

"Mr. Zhou Yutang, a young and handsome big shot, once beat me up, which is still fresh in my memory."

The audience got the joke that Hu Jun was playing seriously, and a burst of laughter suddenly broke out.

Zhou Yutang saw Liu Shishi covering her mouth and laughing, and the corners of his mouth couldn't help but curl up slightly.

He and Hu Jun had worked together in "Big Shot", and they were old acquaintances.

The process was too fast, and Zhou Yutang and Hao Lei had two or three minutes to delay the time, so they just casually boasted to each other:

"I'm very happy to present the award with Sister Hao Lei tonight."

"I'm also honored to present this award with the Golden Palm director."

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Seeing that the time was almost up, Zhou Yutang opened the envelope and read in a calm tone: "The winner of the 18th Shanghai International Film Festival Golden Goblet Award, Best Actor Award is."

At this point, he handed the envelope to Hao Lei, and the mature and charming woman next to him had a wonderful expression on her face:

"Deng Chao."

The audience was in an uproar, and Hao Lei continued to read: "Duan Yihong."

The camera was given to the audience, and Duan Yihong's pupils were directly shaking, with an unbelievable look on his face.

This is not over yet, Hao Lei continued: "Guo Tao. "The Sun Burns the Heart", congratulations to the three of you."

Ah?

Now even Guo Tao, who was clapping hard just now, was stunned.

Is this a three-yolked egg?

Zhou Yutang clapped softly beside him, laughing and eating melons.

The organizers really know how to have fun.

One is Hao Lei's ex-boyfriend, and the other is her old partner.

Zhou Yutang quietly watched the highlights of the movie on the big screen.

He has watched this movie several times since it was made, and he still thinks it is a classic when he looks back.

"The jury gave this award to three actors not only because of their excellent performances, but also because of their collective performance, which made the film perfectly presented."

At this time, probably no one paid attention to what the host Chen Chen was saying, and Zhou Yutang watched the three people file onto the stage.

Hao Lei presented the trophy to Duan Yihong and Guo Tao successively, and gave them a hug, but skipped Deng Chao in the middle.

Deng Chao stood there like a wooden stake, with a stiff smile on his face.

However, Zhou Yutang handed the trophy and certificate to him, and hugged the three people by the way, which helped him out.

"Congratulations to the three of you, the performance is excellent."

"Thank you, Mr. Zhou."

Next, the three of them gave their acceptance speeches, and Zhou Yutang and Hao Lei went back to their seats directly.

"Brother Chao was so embarrassed just now!"

Liu Shishi came over and whispered with her hands covering her mouth.

Zhou Yutang smiled but said nothing, and the award ceremony continued.

The biggest winner tonight is undoubtedly Jiangdong Entertainment.

After the Best Actor award, Cao Baoping won the Best Director award for "The Sun Also Rises".

The Jury Prize was the Polish film "My Girlfriend's Secret", and the French goddess Sophie Marceau and the jury chairman Andrei Zyagintsev awarded the Best Film Award to "The Night".

After the award ceremony was over, we went to the closing reception arranged by the organizer.

The exclusive rooftop terrace of M1NT Club, which has cooperated with the Shanghai International Film Festival for several years, overlooks the dazzling Shanghai Bund.

"Congratulations to Brother Chao!"

"Yu Tang, I have something to ask you."

Tonight's Three Yolk Egg Best Actor, Zhou Yutang, knows each other and is considered a friend.

However, there are differences between friends, and the relationship may be close or distant.

Zhou Yutang and Duan Yihong don't have much close friendship.

Guo Tao, on the other hand, had collaborated with him earlier in "Big Shot" and later made a fortune by starring in Mango's "Where Are We Going, Dad", so we have a relatively close relationship.

But Guo Tao is more honest and honest, but compared to a couple like Deng Chao who knows how to run a business, he is far behind.

Sun Li held Liu Shishi's hand and chatted warmly like a normal person.

Speaking of Princess Hairun, her vision and skills are the best among female celebrities.

She had bet on Zhou Yutang a few years ago, and she was Liu Shishi's best friend. Last year, she became the heroine of "The Legend of Mi Yue", a top-tier production in the TV drama industry, because Zhou Yutang greeted Zheng Xiaolong.

After being dragged to a quiet place by the mysterious Deng Chao, Zhou Yutang was still a little curious.

However, listening to him describe the script of "Bad Angels" in an excited tone and even slightly exaggerated movements, I suddenly felt desperate.

"Yu Tang, what do you think?"

"I'll send you the script later, and we'll discuss it in detail. Mr. Wang wants to reserve a share for you..."

“Is there a gap in project funding?”

Zhou Yutang asked with a half-smile.

Naturally, the Mr. Wang he mentioned could not be the two Hua Yi.

After Deng Chao came out of Huayi, he has worked closely with Wang Changtian of Guangwang in the past few years. Guangwang was also the main producer of the last drama "The Breakup Master".

"That's not true."

Deng Chao smiled and said: "Please correct the problem, so that everyone can rest assured."

No need to correct me, it's all a problem.

"Brother Chao, let me tell you the truth."

They are all close friends. Zhou Yutang was not polite and said tactfully: "If you want to develop into a director, the most important thing is to improve your quality and reputation. It is best to work more on the script."

The implication is that the quality of this book is not good enough.

Deng Chao is also a human being, so there is no reason why he doesn't understand, but his expression is a bit complicated:

"Yu Tang, to tell you the truth, the project is already in place. It will be me and Lili starring. The filming will start in July..."

"What do you mean by Lao Wang, do you want to postpone the Lunar New Year period?" Zhou Yutang's mind changed slightly.

"If the filming goes well, I have this idea at the moment."

"That might coincide with Detective Tang's schedule."

Zhou Yutang patted Deng Chao on the shoulder and chuckled: "Brother Chao, please show mercy when the time comes."

"Don't be ridiculous."

Deng Chao waved his hands repeatedly and said with a wry smile: "Don't beat me too badly."

The prosperity comes to an end.

After returning home, Zhou Yutang took a bath first, and Liu Shishi fed him.

In the days after the opening ceremony, Zhou Yutang basically stayed in a hotel to accompany his sister Naza, and during that time he spent two nights fooling around at Tomson Yipin.

After the first sister returned to the Magic City, he moved back to the Poetry Villa and was wrapping up his towel in a bath towel to communicate with Ni Ni about the premiere of "The Tuner" and the upcoming overseas trip.

After getting down to business, Ni Ni asked: "Boss, why don't you give Shi Shi a movie queen? I think there is a chance. She plays the role very well, and she doesn't even look like an actress."

"Are you praising or scolding?"

"Of course it's a compliment. I really didn't expect Shi Shi to act so well."

"There will be opportunities in the future."

Zhou Yutang glanced at Liu Shishi, who was busy in the kitchen wrapped in a scarf. She looked like a good wife and mother.

The Shanghai Magic City International Film Festival focuses on balance, embracing all rivers and walking with the light. This year's "Scorching Sun" is undoubtedly the most popular.

Three-yolked eggs are already outrageous enough. If it is used for Golden Goblet Award-winning actresses, it will look ugly and the effect will be counterproductive.

"The noodles are ready!"

It was obviously just instant noodles, but Liu Shishi held it carefully in his hand, feeling like he was jumping over a wall with a Buddha in his hand, with a look of hope on his face:

"Have a try."

"There is nothing more delicious than this."

Zhou Yutang took a sip of the noodle soup, looking intoxicated and speaking from the bottom of his heart.

actually,

I haven't eaten instant noodles for a long time, but when I suddenly tasted it, it felt like I was eating the best food in the world.

ps: "CUPID" and "WANNABE" are both pretty good