After rebirth, I became a great master

Chapter 600 Remake
The entertainment industry is essentially a cultural industry.

Zhou Haoran wanted to use the Hong Kong wave to counter the Korean wave and create a "Shanghai circle" to compete with Korean entertainment. This immediately raised the level of the event, making Jiang Feibiao feel that this was the important thing that a great man should do.

Upon returning to the harbor, the delegation first gave a report.

Because the market rescue was successful, it was warmly welcomed.

They also collaborated with several associations in the port's business community to hold a celebration meeting in the auditorium. Not only did Secretary-General Yang attend as the head of the delegation, but several key city leaders also made an appearance and delivered important speeches.

Those attending were all well-known entrepreneurs from the harbor.

There are also many city and district leaders.

For a time, the name "Master Da" truly resounded throughout the harbor.

It is worth mentioning that……

Zhou Zhengqi, another deputy head of the delegation, was not invited.

"Huh? Master Shan?"

Surprisingly, Zhou Haoran also met Shan Wendong, the director of Red Star TV, at the celebration party.

In this setting, Shan Wendong appeared somewhat reserved, and could no longer speak with the same condescending attitude he displayed at work, saying with a smile, "Mr. Shan, congratulations on your triumphant return from the Hong Kong government!"

"The successful market rescue is the result of the joint efforts of the country, the Hong Kong government, and the entire city. I was just involved and made a small contribution."

Zhou Haoran spoke with righteous indignation and stern words.

It was as if he was afraid others would misunderstand that he had single-handedly repelled international capital.

Shan Wendong said, "To survive such a financial battle and make such a significant contribution is a stroke of good fortune... When we get back to our unit, we will give them a grand commendation!"

"No!" Zhou Haoran immediately stopped them. "Don't be too high-profile. I just told some of the city leaders that I'm too young and it's not suitable for me to be too flamboyant. Regarding today's celebration, the reporting should focus on the leaders, especially Secretary-General Yang, the head of the delegation. I see that our unit has also sent a filming team. When doing news reports, if my name and image appear, it's best to just flash by."

He is a great man.

This identity is not intended for ordinary people, and there is no need to popularize it among the general public.

Shan Wendong said with emotion, "Your contribution is immense!"

"It's all as it should be."

Zhou Haoran is humble and cautious. Being young makes people envious, so he must keep a low profile.

Shan Wendong said, "Just now, Minister Zhang from the publicity department told me that the 'Princess Pearl' project is so well done that it's number one in the country at every level."

Zhou Haoran laughed and said, "I heard that there are now 21 provincial satellite TV stations broadcasting the same program across the country?"

"Absolutely!" Shan Wendong felt quite honored, after all, Hongxing TV was the channel that premiered "Princess Pearl". "This also sets a new record! Before this, the domestic record was held by the Hong Kong drama "Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils", which was broadcast by 19 provincial satellite TV stations this summer. At the time, we thought it was an unsurpassable legend. Unexpectedly, you broke it in just two months."

Zhou Haoran didn't take credit for it, saying, "Qiong Yao dramas are still more appealing."

He only got halfway through his sentence.

The main reason is that the cultural and entertainment industry in mainland China is currently too lacking, the themes of film and television dramas are too monotonous, and there are too many restrictions.

There are a lot of TVB dramas with the same theme as "My Fair Princess," which are all nonsensical light comedies set in fictional history.

However, due to cost constraints, TVB dramas are often poorly made.

If some hit TVB dramas were filmed in mainland China, following the model of "My Fair Princess," abandoning the outdated and unsophisticated studios of TVB and instead utilizing mainland film and television bases and locations, and casting actors with mature and understated acting skills...

Then the model of "My Fair Princess" can be replicated!
Following the immense popularity of "My Fair Princess" across China, many copycat dramas emerged, all adopting a similar production model and employing a nonsensical, farcical style. Most of these attempts failed.

The only truly successful ones were "Spring Bright Pigsy" and "Wrong Carriage, Right Groom".

The reason for the failure is simple: it was too far removed from the market, and practitioners in mainland China simply did not understand nonsensical humor.

Fortunately, TVB dramas are very good at understanding the market.

Especially those classic and high-quality TVB dramas, which have been tested by the market, generally achieve a viewership rating of 30% or 40% in Hong Kong and are household names in Hong Kong.

Zhou Haoran reported, "Director, this trip south is not only on behalf of Hong Kong to help the market, but also to establish cooperative relationships with the Hong Kong government's entertainment industry. TVB and ATV are the two major television stations of the Hong Kong government. On behalf of Red Star TV, I have already established preliminary cooperation directions with them."

"Really?"

Shan Wendong's eyes lit up.

This is not a cooperation in the ordinary sense; it can be elevated to a political level.

As the station director, he immediately realized it.

Zhou Haoran nodded. "I'll explain the details to you in more detail when I get to work tomorrow. There's already a certain continuity between the port and the Hong Kong government. The TV station can set an example in promoting cooperation between the port and the Hong Kong government in the entertainment industry."

"Great, this is a big deal!"

Shan Wendong never expected that such a lucky star would appear by his side.

This is such a great help!

It's important to understand that although Hong Kong has returned to China, many barriers still exist between the two sides. After all, Hong Kong was colonized by Britain for a century, and its culture has been heavily influenced by Britain. Therefore, for the country, deepening cooperation and exchange between the mainland and Hong Kong in all aspects is of paramount importance.

Only in this way can we better overcome obstacles.

The more frequent and closer the interaction, the deeper the mutual understanding can become.

To achieve this goal, we'd do it even if it meant losing money, let alone making a profit. For example, Fudan University previously collaborated with the Chinese University of Hong Kong, providing them with campus card services—a prime example of inter-university exchange.

Unexpectedly, through Zhou Haoran's efforts, Red Star TV established cooperative relationships with both of Hong Kong's two major television stations, TVB and ATV.

And it's a business collaboration!
It is of great significance!
The next day, Zhou Haoran went to his workplace and received a grand reception from Shan Wendong.

When he arrived, Master Shantai had already brewed tea and was waiting for him.

"Haoran, TVB and ATV are competitors!" Shan Wendong couldn't understand how he managed to do it. "Can Star TV really establish cooperative relationships with both of them?"

Zhou Haoran smiled and said, "As long as the scope of cooperation doesn't conflict, it's fine."

"You've got guts! This world ultimately belongs to you young people! Come on, have some tea! Oh, this tea is the same one you gave me last time!"

Shan Wendong stood up and handed it to him with both hands.

Zhou Haoran sipped his tea and said calmly, "ATV has a need to purchase film and television dramas. In the future, local TV dramas that are popular on Red Star Channel can be prioritized for cooperation with ATV."

"exit?"

Shan Wendong couldn't hide his delight.

Zhou Haoran laughed and said, "Yes, it's about exporting films and television dramas. This will not only open up a way for Red Star TV to earn foreign exchange, but also serve as a window for cultural export."

"Okay! Okay!"

Shan Wendong has elevated this matter to a political level.

This is not simply a matter of business within the television station, nor is it as simple as a commercial collaboration.

This is related to whether the Hong Kong government can quickly integrate into the motherland after its return to China.

Zhou Haoran clearly shared this understanding: "If Hong Kong government television stations could broadcast some excellent mainland dramas, showcasing the local customs and culture, and allowing more Hong Kong compatriots to see excellent mainland films and television dramas, they would gradually develop a sense of local identity."

"This collaboration is extremely important!"

Shan Wendong felt a sense of awe and respect.

Zhou Haoran joked, "It's just that ATV doesn't have much money, so even if they buy the copyrights, they can't offer a high price."

"Even if we don't get paid, we have to do it!"

What Shan Wendong values ​​most is not the business cooperation itself.

Zhou Haoran nodded and continued, "The success of 'My Fair Princess' shows that this kind of nonsensical light comedy has a great market in mainland China, Taiwan, and Hong Kong, and is loved by audiences. When it comes to comedy, TVB is the originator, and Stephen Chow's performance is a continuation of the TVB style."

"How do we collaborate with TVB?" Shan Wendong immediately remembered a proposal he had seen. "By the way, I received a report about collaborating with TVB to film a TV series called 'Spring Bright Pigsy.' At first, I thought it was quite absurd. Is this related to you?"

Zhou Haoran smiled and said, "Yes, it's related. I was the one who pushed for this cooperation."

"really!"

Shan Wendong had actually suspected this long ago.

Given the level of the people at Red Star TV, they probably don't have the operational capabilities to do this, except for Mr. Zhou Haoran.

Zhou Haoran said, "Spring Bright Pigsy is just the beginning. Next, I want to fully promote the cooperation between Red Star TV and TVB. After all, TVB has produced too many excellent and market-tested TV series over the years."

"This..." Shan Wendong was somewhat troubled. "Haoran, your idea is good. It would have been fine a few years ago, but now there are policy restrictions. For provincial satellite TV stations, there are restrictions on imported dramas. They need to promote the development of the local film and television industry. Major TV stations should focus on broadcasting local dramas."

"There are such restrictions?"

"Yes, it's a new production. The simultaneous broadcast of 'Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils' in 19 provinces previously attracted attention. However, 'My Fair Princess' is fine. Because 'My Fair Princess' is a co-production between mainland China and Taiwan, and the core actors and filming locations are all in mainland China, it has the necessary permits."

"Then there's no problem. TVB dramas are all too bad. If TVB dramas are broadcast on Red Star TV for years, their reputation will be ruined."

Zhou Haoran never intended to fully import TVB dramas.

"That is……"

Shan Wendong is also looking forward to promoting comprehensive cooperation between Red Star TV and TVB.

Zhou Haoran said, "Remake!"

"Remake?"

Shan Wendong's eyes lit up.

Zhou Haoran said, "Yes, TVB dramas have very creative themes and content, with a nonsensical light comedy style, almost exactly the same as 'My Fair Princess.' It's just that the filming effect is worlds apart. Instead of that, why not just take their projects and remake them! For example, I know of 'Drunken Master' and 'The King of Lawyers,' filmed on location in mainland China... that would be a remake of 'My Fair Princess,' guaranteed to be a hit all over the country!"

(End of this chapter)