Entertainment: Since 1990

Chapter 172 The Woman Who Played One of the Four Beauties

The original budget for the TV series "Heavenly Sword and Dragon Sabre" was small, and the costumes, props, and sets were very perfunctory.

But this time, with increased investment and more funds available, plus a celebrity like Wang Zuxian making a cameo appearance, they couldn't afford to be sloppy.

Therefore, the costumes, props, and sets are more exquisite, and there are also plans to shoot some scenes in mainland China and capture some real locations, with the aim of making this drama a classic.

At the filming launch, reporters surrounded the area in layers.

They just wanted to see if an actor like Wang Zuxian would actually make a cameo appearance.

"so beautiful."

When the reporters actually saw Wang Zuxian in person, they couldn't help but exclaim in amazement.

Although Wang Zuxian was dressed casually at this time, he still looked radiant.

"Have you found out how TTV managed to get Wang Zuxian to make a cameo appearance? How much did they pay him?"

Not only other television stations are concerned about this issue, but other media outlets and newspapers are also concerned about it.

"do not know"

"Although I heard that she only made a cameo appearance as Granny Dai Qisi without her mask, I think it will cost at least five million NT dollars."

"Five million NT dollars? How is that possible? Wang Zuxian's film fee in Hong Kong is five million Hong Kong dollars. To invite her to make a cameo appearance in a TV series, you can't hire her for less than ten million NT dollars."

"Ten million? Ten million for just a few shots? How is that possible?"

Several reporters taking photos actually started arguing about their pay.

"You know nothing!"

Finally, a reporter couldn't stand it anymore and said, "I have a friend at TTV who said that Wang Zuxian wasn't invited by the production team at all. She came back for vacation and was pulled in by her friend Cao Jian to make a cameo appearance. Her salary was only three million NT dollars."

"Really?"

Everyone looked on in disbelief. Three million NT dollars? That's so little?
"Of course, the main reason is that Wang Zuxian came because of the Heavenly King Cao Jian. It is said that they have a good relationship in Hong Kong and have even acted together."

"Oh, I see. No wonder."

The reporters who got the news chatted for a bit, then immediately returned to their company to prepare to report the matter.

"Was it Cao Jian who invited you?"

CTV was also greatly surprised when it heard the news.

It turns out that Wang Zuxian came because of Cao Jian's influence. This Cao Jian is really something.

The leaders of CCTV were thinking that since Cao Jian had already invested in Qiong Yao's film and television company, they should take the opportunity to continue to cultivate a relationship with Cao Jian.

So they immediately called Qiong Yao.

How's the filming of "Between Water and Clouds" going?

"Halfway through filming."

At this time, Qiong Yao was still in mainland China, filming the most morally reprehensible installment of the "Plum Blossom Trilogy," titled "Between Water and Clouds."

"You and Cao Jian seem to have a pretty good relationship, don't you?"

"You mean Cao Jian? We're business partners."

“He is currently filming “The Heaven Sword and Dragon Saber” produced by TTV. He should have been the lead actor in “Between Water and Clouds”, then TTV would not have been able to hire him.”

CTV regrets it a bit. Cao Jian acted in "Plum Blossom Mark" and acted very well, but unfortunately, he was let go by Qiong Yao.

"There's nothing we can do; he simply doesn't want to act."

"Let's leave this matter aside for now. When we meet Cao Jian again, it would be best to persuade him to strengthen our cooperation."

Cao Jian's company invested a lot of money in the last "The Legend of the White Snake," and this time they invested money to co-produce it. Of course, CTV also wants to replicate this model.

The main purpose was to win over Cao Jian, a top-tier celebrity.

"Okay, I see."

Qiong Yao, who was in mainland China, had just hung up the phone when Chen Derong, who was next to her, asked, "Auntie, were you talking about Cao Jian? What happened to him?"

"Your ears are quite sharp."

Qiong Yao smiled and said, "Your boyfriend is filming 'The Heaven Sword and Dragon Saber' these days."

"Heavenly Sword and Dragon Sabre? Who is the female lead?"

"I heard it's Zhou Haimei and Yuan Jieying."

There are some things that haven't been reported in mainland China yet, but Qiong Yao does know a bit about entertainment news.

"It's her."

Upon hearing Yuan Jieying's name, Chen Derong immediately thought that the two must be very affectionate both on and off screen, and she couldn't help but feel a little jealous.

"I'll ask him to visit me on set when he has time. He promised me, but I almost forgot."

Chen Derong also missed her boyfriend very much and didn't want Yuan Jieying to be the only one getting the attention. She immediately borrowed Qiong Yao's phone and called Cao Jian.

"Dear, did you miss me?"

"think."

Upon receiving Chen Derong's call, Cao Jian immediately craved steamed buns; he genuinely missed the girl.

"You promised to visit the set, but you've been lying to me all this time."

When Chen Derong tries to be affectionate with her boyfriend, she has a whole repertoire of things to say: "I haven't seen you in so long, for decades."

"Decades?"

"One day without seeing you is like three autumns."

"Haha, you're right. How about I come find you after I finish filming this movie?"

"No, by the time you finish filming, we'll be done shooting. Can you come in the next few days?"

"let me see."

The TV series "Heavenly Sword and Dragon Saber" has just started filming, and there happens to be a scene that needs to be filmed at Wudang Mountain.

Mainly, he remembered that the second female lead in "Between Water and Clouds" was Chen Hong, one of the most beautiful actresses in mainland China. He thought that if he went to visit Chen Derong on set, he might be able to get to know her.

Thinking of this, he agreed, "Then I'll go in the next couple of days, get all clean and ready for me."

"Ah."

Hearing that her boyfriend was really coming, Chen Derong's calves trembled with excitement.

After the opening ceremony, the director divided the crew into two parts, with one part filming the love story between Yang Xiao and Ji Xiaofu in Taiwan.

The other part went to the mainland to film some exterior scenes at Wudang Mountain and Shaolin Temple.

"Director, I'll go to the mainland first, and we'll meet at Wudang Mountain later."

Cao Jian did not plan to travel with the film crew; he wanted to go to Hangzhou first to visit Chen Derong on set.

"Okay, remember to be on time."

Cao Jian was not only the lead actor but also one of the investors, so the director gave him a certain degree of freedom.

The next day, Mr. Cao bought a plane ticket and flew for more than four hours before finally landing in Hangzhou.

"Darling, you came so fast?"

When Cao Jian appeared on set, Chen Derong wanted to immediately snuggle into her boyfriend's arms, but there were too many people around, so she could only greet Cao Jian quietly.

"Miss you."

Seeing that the girl was still so beautiful, Cao Jian secretly squeezed her hand.

This little gesture made Chen Derong feel sweet inside, and she said, "After we finish work today, I want you to love me properly."

"must."

The two were exchanging sweet nothings when Qiong Yao walked over and interrupted their intimate meeting.

"Xiao Cao, I heard you invested in the TV series 'Heavenly Sword and Dragon Sabre'?"

"Yes, I like martial arts."

Cao Jian nodded. The movies he made were all martial arts films, which was also his interest.

Of course, he only makes dramas that are popular in mainland China, in order to boost his popularity as much as possible and lay a good foundation for entering the mainland market in the future.

"I see it."

Qiong Yao chuckled: "Actually, martial arts films can also be cooperating with CTV. As long as you have a good script, CTV will give you more resources."

"Can consider it."

Cao Jian was originally thinking about who would be suitable to direct the script for "Little Li Flying Dagger". Since CTV was interested in cooperating, he would see what conditions they would offer.

"It's best to put your eggs in several baskets."

Having achieved her goal, Qiong Yao glanced at the somewhat resentful Chen Derong and smiled, "You two chat, I'm going to get back to work."

After Qiong Yao left, Chen Derong grabbed Cao Jian and said impatiently, "Let's go to my lounge."

"Walk."

Cao Jian felt that this girl was probably already in a state of utter confusion, so he planned to calm her down a bit first, lest she become distracted.

"Director Cao, hello!"

The two had not gone far when suddenly a woman's voice came from not far away.

Cao Jian turned around and saw a stunningly beautiful woman walking towards him. It was Chen Hong, who had captivated a generation in "Romance of the Three Kingdoms" and played one of the Four Beauties.

(End of this chapter)