Director of Photography Department of Huayu

Chapter 591 New Year Plans: Listing on the US Stock Market?

Starry Sky Pictures, office.

Outside the floor-to-ceiling windows, the winter sun shines obliquely.

Inside, Xu Zheng's palms were covered in cold sweat.

He had completely given up on "Lost in the City," but now, upon hearing another possibility, his heart was filled with a mixture of joy and disbelief. His eyes welled up with tears, and a lump formed in his throat.

"Director Wu, what's wrong with you?"

"What, didn't I make myself clear enough?" Wu Chen retorted.

"No, no!" Xu Zheng waved his hands hurriedly, so excited that he was somewhat incoherent.

"My idea is simple: the core of '囧' (a Chinese internet slang term for awkwardness or confusion) cannot be lost, but the scenario must be completely overturned. So I'm not going home; I'm going abroad."

"Going abroad?"

Ning Hao narrowed his eyes, chewing on these words, and after a moment of thought, he suddenly slapped his thigh.

"Hey, you know what, this has potential!"

Wu Chen smiled; Ning Hao's comedic mind worked quickly. Xu Zheng also realized what was happening, and his eyes lit up again.

“I’ve just come up with an idea,” Wu Chen continued.

"Damn!" Ning Hao couldn't help but exclaim, "Does this have to be so discouraging? Is this all there is to it?"

"Go to a place where you don't speak the language, the culture is different, the colors are vibrant, and there are many surprises—Thailand."

The core of the story is no longer the "journey of mishaps," but the "difficult task." A successful businessman must travel to Thailand to find his boss in order to obtain a crucial authorization;

An optimistic fool also went to Thailand to complete his bucket list.

Two completely unrelated people meet on a plane and are unexpectedly brought together.

A businessman's trade secrets, a bizarre wish list that a fool would have to complete, plus a so-called mysterious third party.

After hearing this, Ning Hao collapsed onto the sofa and couldn't help but pat Xu Zheng, who was still staring with his mouth agape.

"Stop thinking about it, just do it his way. Find some time to go on a trip to Thailand and see what it's like."

After he finished speaking, Ning Hao's eyes began to shine, and he stared intently at Wu Chen.

Wu Chen felt a chill run down his spine.

"what?"

"No way! You have to come up with an idea for me next time too, this is too outrageous! It has to be something that could win a big prize!"

"piss off!"

Wu Chen immediately smiled and stretched his legs.

When Xu Zheng left Xingchen Pictures, he was still dazed and followed Ning Hao all the way.

Ning Hao looked at him with some surprise:
"Didn't you say you were going home? Why are you following me this way?"

"Ah, I've taken the wrong road!" Xu Zheng finally realized.

"Damn it, is it really that serious?"

Ning Hao smiled, but he understood.

He couldn't help but recall that when he was filming "Crazy Stone," he didn't seem to be much better off than Xu Zheng.

With the release of "If You Are the One 2" during the Lunar New Year film season, it also means that the new year is not far away.

Feng Xiaogang's Lunar New Year comedy had a high box office on its opening day, grossing over 3300 million yuan.

However, the proliferation of product placement has clearly angered many people.

"There are just too many ads. It's like watching an extra-long promotional video."

"Did Huayi Brothers make a movie, or a compilation of commercials?"

There has been ongoing discussion online.

This directly led to the box office of "If You Are the One 2" starting to decline on the third day, reaching only over 30 million.

Huayi immediately shut up and didn't mention the advertising fee at all.

However, Xinhua News Agency did not let the matter rest, directly publishing an article that subtly mocked Feng Xiaogang's "no advertisements allowed" approach in "If You Are the One 2," suggesting that while making money while lying down is easy, "if he continues to lie down like this, will he be able to get up in the future?" In contrast, the article lavished praise on Jiang Wen's "Bullets," praising him for "conquering the audience with his easy-to-understand, absurd humor."

This has been met with applause from many industry insiders.

Meanwhile, Xingchen's investment portfolio in television dramas is gradually expanding.

"Scarlet Heart" is about to air on Jiangsu Satellite TV. When Hu Jing congratulated Wu Chen on his nomination a few days ago, she didn't forget to remind him to watch it.

Hu Jing is also very confident about this film, believing that it will become one of her representative works.

As for another film, "Love Story in Beijing," Chen Sicheng has already confirmed the start date for filming. Zhang Lin personally informed Wu Chen that the opening scene will be filmed in Beijing's CBD on January 4th.
As time went by, 2011 drew ever closer.

In the film and television industry, major companies have released their film slates for next year, among which China Film Group, Star Cinema, Shanghai Film Group, and Huayi Brothers are the most watched.

For example, China Film Group's "Shaolin" is scheduled for release in mid-January, preparing to test the waters of the Spring Festival season.

Starry Night Pictures is no exception.

"Announce it to the public," Wu Chen instructed.

"Okay, Mr. Wu."

Soon after, Starry Night Pictures also officially announced its plans for the new year.

"Love is Not Blind, Painted Skin 2, The Golden Era, Ex Machina, Interstellar."

Of the five films, one is scheduled for release on Valentine's Day, two are in post-production, and two will begin production after the Lunar New Year.

"It looks like Xingchen is going to have a big breakout next year! With five blockbusters in hand, plus the new projects that will definitely be launched this year, there will be at least six or seven more!"

"I just don't know about the release dates of the other movies. With Interstellar in the mix, we have to avoid scheduling it this year!"

"."

Once Xingchen's new year plan was released, it immediately sparked discussion within the industry.

However, at this time, not only the film and television industry began to announce its plans for the new year, but other industries did the same.

Shanghai, Pudong New Area.

Shanda Games' headquarters building soars into the clouds.

The atmosphere was quiet in Chen Tianqiao's office on the top floor.

On his large desk, there was only one document, with a line of text prominently printed on the cover: "Preliminary Plan for Shanda Literature's US Stock IPO".

Chen Tianqiao crossed his arms in front of him; he had already read the document several times.

He pondered for a long time before finally pressing the internal phone and calling his secretary.

"Have Hou Xiaoqiang prepare to convene a meeting of shareholders and senior management, and notify everyone."

"Okay, Mr. Chen."

The secretary had just turned and taken two steps when Chen Tianqiao gave her another special instruction:
"Mr. Wu of Xingchen, remember to make sure you get the message across the board. If he has any special circumstances, just contact me directly."

"understand!"

Inside the villa, Wu Chen was also enjoying the leisurely time at the end of the year.
Liu Yifei was very happy. She squatted on the sofa with her bare feet, hugging her knees with both hands. She would sway from time to time, and Wu Chen had to reach out to support her.

Even the cats are disgusted with you.

Wu Chen watched as "Dongdong" and "Xixi" avoided her from a distance, hiding in a corner, and couldn't help but chuckle.

"Hehe, I'm glad you don't mind." Liu Yifei giggled and snuggled closer to him.

Just then, the phone on the table vibrated.

Wu Chen looked at the caller ID and answered the call.

Hearing the words on the microphone, Wu Chen remained silent for a long time before finally nodding: "Okay, I will attend. Did you send me the relevant meeting documents to my email?"

After hanging up the phone, he picked up his laptop from the side.

Liu Yifei curiously leaned closer, and when she saw the email title, a hint of surprise flashed across her face.

"Huh? Shanda Literature is preparing to list on the US stock market this year?"

(End of this chapter)