Entertainment: Since 1990

Chapter 131 Entering the Taiwanese Entertainment Industry

Cao Jian had never read Qiong Yao's novels, but he grew up watching her TV dramas.

I've watched all of these dramas, from "Several Sunset Glows", "Where the Seagulls Fly and the Clouds Fly", "Green Green Grass by the River", "Wan Jun", to "Plum Blossom Trilogy" and "Princess Pearl".

Not only have I watched them, but I can also sing all the theme songs from these dramas.

However, after the 21st century, many of these dramas seem to have distorted values, or even be described as twisted.

But in the twentieth century, it was fire.

Perhaps it was because the development of TV dramas in mainland China was slow at that time, and audiences could only watch these kinds of shows.

In comparison, although TVB's martial arts dramas have somewhat rough costumes and props, their scripts are much better than those of Qiong Yao dramas.

However, Cao Jian's visit to Qiong Yao this time wasn't to change anything, and probably wouldn't change anything anyway.

He just wanted to make money, since Qiong Yao dramas were really profitable.

After spending three days in Taiwan, Cao Jian finally met Qiong Yao, who was already quite famous in the television and novel circles.

Qiong Yao, who is not yet sixty, wears glasses and has a scholarly air about her. Who would have thought that such a woman once attempted suicide by overdosing on pills because of poor grades?

However, Qiong Yao seemed very kind at this moment. As soon as they met, she cupped Chen Derong's face and praised her, "Our little Rong'er has grown up and is becoming more and more beautiful."

"Thank you auntie."

Chen Derong called out sweetly, then said, "This is my boyfriend, Cao Jian, who is also one of the Four Heavenly Kings of Hong Kong."

"You already have a boyfriend?"

Qiong Yao's expression changed. This girl has actually found a boyfriend in the two years she's been in Hong Kong?
She initially thought Cao Jian was just a partner or friend Chen Derong met in Hong Kong, but she never expected him to be her boyfriend.

Romantic relationships are not a good thing for career development.

"Hello, Mr. Cao."

As Qiong Yao spoke, she looked the young man up and down and found that he was even more handsome than he appeared in the movies.

But she still said, "Cao Jian, Xiao Rong'er is a girl I've had my eye on for three years. I'm currently working on a series and plan to cast her as the lead. If it's discovered that she's in a relationship after she becomes famous, it might affect her career."

"so serious?"

Cao Jian feigned surprise: "Then what do we do?"

"No girl is immune to spring fever. Love itself is fine, but it's best if you don't make your relationship public, otherwise it won't be good for you or for Xiao Rong'er."

Qiong Yao spoke earnestly, seemingly for the sake of their future.

Cao Jian was overjoyed at this moment. He hoped that the relationship would remain secret and that they could still be together.

It's exactly what I wanted!

However, he still pretended to be very sad. After hesitating for a while, he said, "I will do whatever Rong'er says."

"Your boyfriend really cares about you; he has good taste."

Hearing Cao Jian say this, Qiong Yao nodded to Chen Derong and asked, "So what do you think? You don't want your boyfriend's career to be affected, do you?"

Chen Derong was initially a little uncomfortable with the idea of ​​not being allowed to date.

Why can't celebrities date?

I've grown up now.

But she also understands that many movie fans, music fans, and star chasers do not like their idols dating.

After thinking for a moment, for the sake of her and her boyfriend's careers, she could only reluctantly say, "Then let's keep it a secret for now."

"good very good."

Qiong Yao thought the girl was quite sensible, so she said, "You don't need to be sad. The script I wrote will be approved this year."

Cao Jian interjected, "Aunt Qiong Yao, what script did you write this time?"

"this."

Qiong Yao felt this was her trade secret and didn't want to tell outsiders.

"Aunt Qiongyao, you don't need to worry."

Cao Jian planned to explain the reason for his visit: "I have established an entertainment company in the United States, but I am Chinese, so I am looking for partners in Taiwan and Hong Kong. I think you are a good fit."

"The United States? An entertainment company?"

If Cao Jian had mentioned Hong Kong, Qiong Yao might have felt it wasn't prestigious enough and that she wasn't qualified to collaborate with him.

But the United States is different.

"Yes, the US is just the beginning. In the future, I also plan to enter the Japanese and Korean entertainment industries. I have high hopes for you."

Cao Jian looked calm and composed, not at all like a young man who was only twenty years old.

His words surprised and delighted Chen Derong.

My boyfriend actually has a company in the US, and I didn't even know?

He's really amazing.

Upon hearing that Cao Jian possessed such strength, Qiong Yao was finally moved.

Although he already has a cooperative relationship with Hunan TV in China, the Japanese and Korean markets are also huge, and his dramas might be able to enter these markets in the future. Moreover, Cao Jianzai also has a company in the United States, and if a cooperation can be reached, it will definitely be a great selling point.

She immediately asked, "How do you plan to collaborate?"

“I know you own a film and television company. I plan to invest in it. I am also studying directing so that I can become a director in the future. I can also write theme songs. You should have heard of my composing skills.”

"Of course I have."

Qiong Yao immediately recalled how Cao Jian's several instrumental pieces had caused a Japanese musician to lose a million dollars.

Just based on Cao Jian's title of genius, we can cooperate.

But can he be a director?

That's clearly an exaggeration.

However, she still asked, "So, Xiao Cao, how much do you want to bet?"

“I know your company. It has a registered capital of 10 million NT dollars. I will also invest 10 million NT dollars, just for 40% of the shares. Future investments in film and television dramas will be calculated separately.”

"Sure! Xiao Cao, I hope we can work together smoothly."

At first, Qiong Yao called Cao Jian "Mr. Cao", but now she calls him "Little Cao", which shows that their relationship has progressed further.

"Pleasant to work with."

Having achieved his goal, Cao Jian smiled and said, "Now can you tell me what the next drama is?"

"Hehe, of course, you can call it 'Plum Blossom Mark'."

"Oh."

Cao Jian had naturally seen this drama, and it was one of the few dramas by Qiong Yao where the script came first, and the novel followed.

The scene where the Roaring Emperor shouts "Yin Shuang" is still vivid in my mind.

He immediately suggested, "I'll compose the music, you write the lyrics, and I'll sing it."

"Of course that's good."

Qiong Yao was even happier. Cao Jian was one of the Four Heavenly Kings, and if he sang the theme song, the ratings might increase significantly.

Cao Jian signed a contract with Qiong Yao that same day.

Chen Derong originally thought that her boyfriend's collaboration with Qiong Yao would only be in music, but she didn't expect that he would become a shareholder.

If I sign with Qiong Yao's company, wouldn't I be working for my boyfriend?

Cao Jian has successfully carved out a foothold in Taiwan's entertainment industry, taking another step closer to his entertainment career.

Once the contract is sent back to the investment company in Hong Kong, the rest will naturally be handled by someone else.

"Aunt Qiong Yao, the script needs to be written as soon as possible. Show it to me when it's finished, and I'll compose the music."

"no problem."

With a new shareholder joining the company, Qiongyao was full of confidence.

After leaving Qiong Yao's company, Chen Derong exclaimed admiringly, "Brother Cao Jian, you're amazing!"

"It's not just for you."

"for me?"

“That’s right. Once I become a shareholder in this company, no one will dare to bully you.”

"Love you."

Chen Derong now wants to hang on to her boyfriend every day. Although he is a bit naughty and always asks her to do things that make her feel embarrassed, he is really good to her.

The next morning, the company's general manager, Hong Zhibo, also arrived in Taiwan.

Next, we'll talk to the production team of "The Legend of the White Snake" about a collaboration.

The TV series "The Legend of the White Snake" was TTV's 30th anniversary drama. The project was approved in February, the script began to be written in March, and the casting began in April.

Initially, they only planned to create thirty episodes; if it became a hit, they would continue filming.

This method was learned from Japan.

The first thirty episodes were filmed in locations such as Hangzhou, Nanjing, and Zhenjiang in mainland China.

However, the last twenty episodes were all filmed in Taiwan, so the props and sets were very different, and it could be said that they were somewhat shoddy.

Regardless, "The Legend of the White Snake" remains a rare blockbuster drama in Chinese-language television.

Of course, Zhao Yazhi's beauty also played a key role in this.

That afternoon, Chen Derong, who had spent three days shopping with her boyfriend, finally decided to go home.

Cao Jian and Hong Zhibo went to the TTV building to discuss a naming rights partnership.

As soon as he got off the bus, Cao Jian saw Chen Meiqi, the veteran driver of West Lake, and Zhao Yazhi, the most beautiful Bai Suzhen.

Although the casting for this drama was indeed excellent, he didn't go up to greet them. At that moment, Cao Jian was thinking that Wang Zuxian's portrayal of Bai Suzhen was just as impressive.

When the movie "Green Snake" starts filming, should I play Xu Xian or Fahai?
(End of this chapter)