Entertainment: Since 1990

Chapter 194 This kid is really likable
"My movie's box office revenue is actually lower than Cao Jian's 'The Chinese Feast'?"

Stephen Chow, who was preparing to go on vacation during the New Year period, also received yesterday's box office data.

His reaction was much more intense than Cao Jian's.

"I didn't expect that either."

Director Li Lichi, who has a good relationship with Stephen Chow, was also surprised.

Although Stephen Chow directed many parts of the plot and performances in "King of Destruction," he is, after all, the director's name.

I was very confident about this year's Lunar New Year film season, but I didn't expect to lose.

Is it because Christy Chung is not as good as Wang Zuxian? Or is it because Stephen Chow is not as good as Cao Jian?

"Forget it, we lost. In the meantime, let's focus on perfecting the script for 'From Beijing with Love'."

Stephen Chow has always been very confident in his films, so he was indeed a little disappointed with this result.

Li Li said helplessly, "Maybe it's just the first day. We might overtake you in a couple of days. You can relax and go on vacation. I'll take care of the script."

"Ok."

Stephen Chow knew these words were meant to comfort him, but Cao Jian had released two albums during this period, and both were very good.

In this situation, it seems unlikely that the film will be able to surpass Cao Jian's.

It's a pity I can't sing.
Besides, in "The Manchu Han Imperial Feast", Wang Zuxian and Cao Jian are a handsome couple and very eye-catching.

He suggested, "How about we invite Wang Zuxian to play the female lead in the movie 'From Beijing with Love'?"

"Let me try."

Li Li nodded. Although hiring Joey Wong might have resulted in a higher fee, she was truly beautiful.

Moreover, apart from Cao Jian's "The Chinese Feast", it seems that Stephen Chow has never actually collaborated with this actress who is known as the most beautiful woman in Asia.

After a moment, he asked, "What about Cao Jian?"

"Let's skip Cao Jian."

Although Stephen Chow is very confident in his acting skills, the two actors were surprisingly evenly matched in their performances during their last filming.

He invited Cao Jian to steal the spotlight from him.

This Cao Jian looks young, but he probably has some life experience; otherwise, he couldn't have acted so well.

As a reborn person, how could Cao Jian not have life experience?

That's why his acting skills improved so quickly, so incredibly quickly.

At this moment, Boss Cao had already arrived at the company.

"clap clap"

In the conference room, the employees applauded when they saw that their boss could actually surpass Stephen Chow in terms of box office revenue.

In Hong Kong, even Jet Li and Jackie Chan would find it difficult to surpass Stephen Chow at the box office.

"Thank you all for your hard work over the past six months."

After the applause subsided, Cao Jian gestured for everyone to sit down and said, "I'm here today to give everyone bonuses, and then, you're on holiday!"

"clap clap"

What could make people happier than giving out money?

Moreover, the film's box office success is a source of pride for the Hong Kong film industry.

Having leveraged the power of money, Cao Jian began planning for next year.

"Next year, we will be making four movies, two of which are 'Young and Dangerous,' and the other two are yet to be decided."

Cao Jian looked at his employees and said slowly, "After the New Year, I'm going to film a TV series. You guys start assembling the crew and finding suitable actors. Once I'm done with my work, we'll start filming."

"Young and Dangerous?"

Although Hong Kong has many gangster films and police films, films like "Young and Dangerous" that tell the story of petty criminals are quite rare.

The comic has been so popular in recent years, the movie must be good.

But what TV series is the boss going to film?

Cao Jian was in a meeting when his mobile phone suddenly rang.

"Ah Jian, congratulations!"

"Congratulations to me?"

Seeing that it was Mei Yanfang calling, Cao Jian asked knowingly.

"Still pretending."

On the phone, Anita Mui laughed and said, "It's really unexpected that the box office on the opening day surpassed that of Stephen Chow and Jackie Chan's movies."

Cao Jian, in Versailles, laughed and said, "This is quite normal."

"You're becoming more and more confident."

Jackie Chan's film "Drunken Master II" was released a few days earlier than the three films scheduled for the Lunar New Year holiday.

Besides Jackie Chan, the female lead in this film is Anita Mui.

Unfortunately, with the competition from Stephen Chow's and Cao Jian's two films, it has only grossed over eight million yuan in box office revenue after nearly a week of release.

It's estimated that by the time it's taken off the screens, it will have made a maximum of over ten million.

"Heh, isn't confidence a good thing?"

Cao Jian smiled and asked, "Have you made any preparations for the New Year? What are your plans for next year?"

"No plans, just preparing for the concert." Mei Yanfang was naturally not jealous of Cao Jian; on the contrary, she was very happy about his rise to prominence.

However, she still said, "You've already bought a villa, so why don't I see you coming back to live here often?"

"I'm busy."

During this period, Cao Jian spent almost every day with a different woman. Although he bought a large villa, he hardly ever lived in it.

"You're so busy you don't even go home, that's impressive."

Mei Yanfang knew her godson very well.

He is undeniably talented, but he is also undeniably a womanizer, and in this respect, he is truly on par with Jackie Chan.

"I'll definitely be spending Chinese New Year at home, and we'll have dinner together then."

"It's a promise, we'll spend the New Year together."

After Mei Yanfang finished speaking, she hung up the phone, satisfied.

The company started giving employees a holiday, but the movie screenings continued.

It was initially thought that the box office success of "The Chinese Feast" on its opening day might be short-lived, but unexpectedly, with the support of handsome men and beautiful women, delicious food, and a thrilling storyline, the box office not only did not decrease but increased.

On the first day, it was over 2.1 million, and on the second day it reached over 2.3 million.

Although King of Destruction received good reviews, its box office performance was consistently surpassed by Chinese Feast.

During the Lunar New Year, who doesn't enjoy a family-friendly movie?

As for another Lunar New Year film, "It's a Wonderful Life," it's even lower than "King of Destruction."

At this year's Top Ten Chinese Gold Songs Awards Ceremony, Cao Jian's "Legend of the Hungry Wolf" finally won first place.

This was also the first time he had defeated Zhang Xueyou.

"Too Softhearted" also won the Most Popular Mandarin Song award.

Despite this, sales of the albums "Too Softhearted" and "Over the Top" continued to increase.

"Too Softhearted" has sold over 15 million copies, while "Too Much" has sold over 6 million copies.

If you were to ask who was the most popular celebrity this Spring Festival, it would undoubtedly be Cao Jian.

This is understandable, as Cao Jian did not star in "King of Destruction," but his name appeared in the film.

The phrase "I love Cao Jian" even became one of the highlights of the movie.

Soon, the Spring Festival will arrive.

"cheers."

Mei Yanfang came to visit Cao Jian's villa to celebrate the New Year together.

"Wishing Sister Mei to become more and more beautiful and in good health."

"You're making it sound like I'm not pretty or healthy."

"It's just a nice blessing."

"Then let me lend you some good words."

The two clinked glasses, and Anita Mui said, "Now everyone in the industry is looking at you with new respect. I heard that Golden Harvest and Win's Entertainment want to invest in your 'Young and Dangerous' movie next year. What are your thoughts?"

"Both of them are interested?"

Cao Jian only announced his film plans for next year; I didn't expect it to get out so quickly.

Moreover, since both companies want to invest, it's difficult to decide who to reject and who to accept.

Golden Harvest is a long-established film company, and its status is undeniable.

Furthermore, Yong Sheng has a gang background.

"What do you think?"

Mei Yanfang found this matter increasingly troublesome.

If he agrees to one offer, the other will definitely feel embarrassed and might try to make things difficult for Cao Jian.

The fierce competition and backstabbing within Hong Kong's entertainment industry can sometimes be quite terrifying.

Cao Jian frowned, then suddenly said, "I won't choose either of those two companies for that movie!"

"Not choosing anyone?"

Mei Yanfang was taken aback. If she didn't choose either of them, wouldn't she offend both sides?
"Ah."

Cao Jian nodded: "Rather than offending one side, it's better not to choose anyone. That would be fair."

He then changed the subject: "Remember when I said I wrote a script specifically for you? I plan to film it next year, and you'll play the lead role in a collaboration with Golden Harvest."

"What about Yong Sheng?"

"I have another script from Win's Entertainment that I'm currently working on. I'd like to invite Stephen Chow to star in it. Let's collaborate with Win's Entertainment on this film."

"That would work too."

Mei Yanfang thought this was a good idea.

If neither of the "Young and Dangerous" projects cooperates with any other projects, then the other two projects will make up for it, and both parties will definitely be satisfied.

At this moment, Cao Jian laughed and said, "However, since 'Young and Dangerous' doesn't choose those two companies, why don't you invest a little and it will help you make more money?"

"Take me?"

Mei Yanfang suddenly realized that Cao Jian was actually quite likable.
But how come after only a few years, I'm going to be making a film directed by him?

(End of this chapter)