Chinese Entertainment 2017: Starting from the Top Writers

Chapter 73 Interview
July 2nd, 9:00 AM.

The already very hot weather in Shanghai is mixed with the unique humidity of the south, making people feel even stickier all over.

Xu Fei, who just arrived this morning, was arranging various media on the scene. He served as the producer of this film, and was in charge of matters other than filming.

At this time, Xu Fei, who was already sweating profusely, saw Wang Changtian and a few others walking towards him from afar, and hurried to meet them.

"Why did President Wang come here in person?"

"Mr. Xu, you have worked hard. This is the first time that Guangguang has cooperated with Nanxun Culture. Naturally, I have to come and show my support."

"Mr. Wang is very thoughtful. Please come in. Mr. Lin and his team are holding the opening ceremony inside."

"Okay okay."

Seeing the light, Wang Changtian actually appeared at the scene. Various media outlets pointed their cameras at him and asked questions.

"Mr. Wang, you came here to support Director Lin's new movie. Do you have high hopes for this movie?"

"Mr. Wang, your company's new actor Zhang Ruonan has been highly praised and participated in Director Lin's film for the first time. Will she be the focus of Guangguang's training in the future?"

"Mr. Wang..."

Wang Changtian clasped his hands together and gestured to the surrounding media, but did not answer any questions.

At this time, another business car stopped outside the media site of the opening ceremony, and then a group of people in suits and ties got out of the car one after another.

The leader took a look at the scene and said, "Wow, it's quite lively."

At this time, some media also noticed the person coming and spoke out.

"It's Han Zijie from Penguin"

"Penguins are here too!"

……

The media once again turned their attention to Han Zijie and asked questions.

A veteran reporter who has been engaged in film media for many years couldn't help but sigh when seeing this scene: "Both Guangguang and Penguin have shown such clear support. The future development of Nanxun Culture cannot be underestimated!"

Wang Changtian, who was walking in front, was also attracted by the movement behind him. He stopped where he was when he saw the person coming. When Han Zijie approached, he laughed out loud: "Mr. Han, long time no see."

Han Zijie also smiled and nodded: "Yes, Mr. Wang, seeing how energetic Mr. Wang is, it seems that there have been many happy events recently."

Wang Changtian shook hands with him, and then the two walked side by side.

"Isn't my happy event Mr. Han's happy event? Should I say I share your joy?"

"Haha, that's true. Mr. Wang, please."

"Please come in, Mr. Han."

The two of them exchanged greetings as they walked inside, creating a harmonious scene.

In the Chinese film and television industry, the opening ceremony is an indispensable part. An auspicious day is chosen and the entire crew burns incense and prays, praying for smooth filming and long-term high ratings.

The table was covered with red velvet cloth, and on it were offerings to Guandi, an incense burner, roasted suckling pig, and fruits. The camera was also covered with red cloth.

The staff member stared at the time on his watch, and when the time came, he started shouting.

"The auspicious time has arrived, and good luck will come with a prayer!"

Lin Li, wearing a simple white short-sleeved shirt and black trousers, stood at the front holding three tall incense sticks and took the lead in bowing. The rest of the leading actors followed him in turn and bowed.

"Two bows for a good start!"

Everyone bowed again.

“Three bows are a box office hit!”

Bow again.

After the ceremony, Lin Li was the first to step forward and insert the tall incense into the incense burner, then bowed again.

After Lin Li burned incense, saluted and bowed first, the rest of the leading actors and crew members followed suit. He and Chen Chao stood aside, waiting for everyone to finish the salute.

There was no such process when it was "cute" before because of confidentiality considerations, but now the process is still necessary for these scenes, even though he doesn't believe in it.

At this time, Gao Wen walked up to him and whispered in his ear about the situation outside. He greeted Chen Chao and took him outside to meet the two of them.

Seeing two people talking and laughing coming towards him from afar, Lin Li put on a warm smile and greeted them.

"Hey, Mr. Han, Mr. Wang, long time no see. I'm sorry for not welcoming you in person."

"Haha, Mr. Lin, you're too polite. No, in the crew, I should call him Director Lin, hahaha."

"Yes, these are our own projects. Thank you Director Lin for your hard work. We are just here to show our support. We still have to rely on Director Lin." "Please support us, both of you."

"please!"

After a round of greetings, Lin Li invited the two to go to the media interview area and walked straight to the stage.

The two of them consciously walked to the left side, and Xu Fei and Chen Chao also stayed beside them.

Lead actors such as Chen Duling also arrived one after another. After seeing the two big guys, they all came forward to greet them respectfully, and then returned to Lin Li’s right hand side one by one and lined up in the order of the leading actors.

When Zhang Ruonan was greeting Wang Changtian, Wang Changtian deliberately winked at her and signaled Lin Li beside her. Zhang Ruonan nodded hurriedly and quickly retreated.

How could she not know what Wang Changtian was thinking? Of course she knew.

After the last incident, Wang Changtian and her agent thought that something had happened between her and Lin Li, but in fact, only she knew that nothing had happened between them.

And if she wanted to get close to Lin Li because of the company before.

Now, after what Lin Li said last time, she already wanted to win this man over herself.

If I don't snatch such an outstanding person away from me, I will probably regret it for the rest of my life.

So even though she could see the relationship between Chen Duling and Lin Li with her own eyes, she never thought of giving up.

After all, she's just a girlfriend, right?

In the entertainment industry, the relationship between boyfriend and girlfriend is the least worthy of attention.

Even if they get married, what difference does it make? How many of them can stay together happily till the end?

It’s just that Chen Duling is indeed keeping a close eye on Lin Li at the moment, but she is not in a hurry and will just wait for the right opportunity.

The main point that supported her was that her last experience told her that after losing all the halos, Lin Li was also a man, and a man with worldly desires.

In that case, she has a chance.

After everyone was present, Lin Li stepped forward, uncovered the red cloth covering the camera, and shouted.

"Good luck with the boot!"

Han Zijie, Wang Changtian and all the leading actors in the crew followed and shouted.

"Good luck with the boot!"

There are special crew members in the front who are responsible for recording videos and taking photos, which can be used for promotional materials later.

After all the procedures were completed, Lin Li took the red envelope from Gao Wen and began to distribute the startup red envelopes to everyone.

When he gave it to Zhang Ruonan and Zhao Lusi, the two girls scratched him with their fingernails respectively.

Making trouble, the last time someone tickled him like this was by Wang Zhixuan!
After hurriedly distributing the red envelopes, he asked Wang Changtian and others to take seats that had been prepared long ago. After everyone was seated, the media interview session officially began.

As Xu Fei finished his speech, a number of media raised their hands enthusiastically, and as expected, he was the one who was asked the most questions.

He pointed at a female reporter from CCTV Film Channel who was standing closer to the front, and motioned for her to speak.

The female reporter was delighted to be chosen by Lin Li. She straightened her clothes and said in a broadcasting tone: "Hello, Director Lin. As we all know, this movie is adapted from your novel of the same name. I would like to know why you chose such a work as your first movie to direct?"

Lin Li picked up the microphone and pondered for a moment, then replied to her seriously: "Humans like to find a place that matches their inner heart and do corresponding things. When bullying others, there is not much light in the heart. Therefore, the origin of school bullying incidents always occurs in some dark corners. It will only attract people's attention when the incident escalates. However, the physical and mental damage is difficult to erase."

After a pause, he continued: "We need movies like A River of Sorrow to remind the public that the light is as bright as the darkness."

As the words fell, there was now a spontaneous applause.

The female reporter also had an expression of admiration on her face: "Thank you Director Lin for your answer. I look forward to your work."

Lin Li smiled and nodded at her, then put down the phone.

Xu Fei spoke up and asked everyone to continue asking questions.

Dozens of reporters present raised their hands again, and Xu Fei pointed at a middle-aged male reporter and asked him to speak.

The male reporter had a clear goal, and he locked onto Chen Duling and began to ask: "Hello, Ms. Chen Duling, I am a reporter from Southern Metropolis Daily. As far as I know, you and Director Lin met on the show "Yearning", and soon after that, you were photographed with a strange man visiting the set, and it was later confirmed that he was also Director Lin. Now Ms. Chen Duling has been chosen by Director Lin as the leading actress of this movie. I wonder what the relationship between Ms. Chen Duling and Director Lin is now?"

Even though Chen Duling had prepared in advance, she did not expect the reporter to ask so directly, and for a moment she did not know how to answer.

It was not until Lin Li's hand under the table tightly squeezed hers that she came back to her senses, took a deep breath to calm down, and began to answer.

"This reporter does have detailed information, but since you have watched our show, you will know that Director Lin has analyzed my characteristics on the show. Don't you think that I am a perfect fit for the role of Yi Yao? As for what you want to ask, I will also give you a clear answer. Director Lin and I are very good friends. As for how things will develop in the future..."

She turned sideways to glance at Lin Li, they smiled at each other, and then she turned back to look at the reporter.

"Who knows what will happen in the future?"

The scene suddenly became completely agitated because of this statement, and a group of media rushed forward frantically!
(End of this chapter)