Huayu: The Best Actor starts with obtaining the role entry

Chapter 225 - Preparing to Arrest Bai Ye at the Charity Bazaar!

Regarding the collaboration between Liu Shishi and Bai Ye.

After several days of fermentation, it remained a trending topic for a while.

However, neither of them responded to this.

Therefore, the hype gradually subsided.

Similarly, the previous incidents involving Bai Ye and the Beijing and Hong Kong entertainment circles have also been temporarily suppressed.

However, a tacit understanding has been reached within the industry.

At least for now, it seems that neither the Beijing nor Hong Kong entertainment circles will ever cooperate with Baiye again.

He has already been given a soft ban internally.

Fortunately, this did not have a significant impact on Bai Ye.

At least for now, his career doesn't seem to have much overlap with the Beijing entertainment circle.

He hasn't felt any effect from Bai Ye yet.

So, besides dealing with the contract signing with Lin Yufen, Bai Ye has been busy lately.

After posting about Lin Yufen joining Baiye Studio on Weibo.

This caused quite a stir.

Many people were starting to have some thoughts about this.

Speaking of which, Bai Ye and Lin Yufen, as a pair, haven't failed yet, at least not so far, right?

Moreover, Lin Yufen is technically a director from the Hong Kong film industry.

Lin Yufen's actions are tantamount to directly supporting Bai Ye.

This undoubtedly sends a signal to some people in the industry.

If his studio can continue to produce scripts, it will be enough to maintain his status for the next two years, not to mention anything else.

That's enough.

With a director, a script, and a good reputation for the male lead, the project is at least not a failure so far.

This has given many people in the industry some ulterior motives.

For many people in the industry, whether it's the Beijing circle or the Hong Kong circle.

Some people, like Bai Ye, have actually been blacklisted by the Beijing and Hong Kong entertainment circles.

Or rather, the two sides simply cannot cooperate.

So, collaborating with Bai Ye seems like a pretty good idea!

Not everyone listens to those two circles; some people are involved in other circles.

Bai Ye is under pressure now, is it because I helped him in his time of need in the past?

Besides, they have resources.
Bai Ye was naturally unaware of what these people were thinking.

He is currently discussing script issues with some officials in Shanghai.

One of the middle-aged men, wearing glasses, was frowning as he finished reading Bai Ye's script.

After reading it, Zhao Gang frowned, sighed, and said, "I don't think your script will be easy to get approved."

He thought the script was alright; the storyline was clear, and it was also the script style that Bai Ye was good at.

When filming modern scenes, shooting in Shanghai would allow for more iconic landmarks to be located there.

They saw it very clearly.

The tourism economy is definitely going to be booming in the future, especially with more memorable attractions.

However, the most troublesome thing about this script is that it involves ghosts and monsters.

If it didn't contain these supernatural elements, it would actually pass censorship with just a word.

"That's why I asked you guys first. I'm worried that this script won't pass censorship after it's filmed."

As expected, it failed the review.
Bai Ye had only approached them with a sliver of hope, just to ask a question.

"Actually, the higher-ups are really looking forward to your work going overseas, and several of your works have achieved great success overseas."

how to say
The country is now advocating for cultural export overseas, but as you know, domestic dramas are lacking.

Nowadays, it's difficult to export your shows overseas, but yours is different; your shows are generally very popular overseas.

This script... it's not that difficult, but it's not that easy either, you know what I mean?!

Zhao Gang hesitated for a moment, but in the end he still told Bai Ye a little something.

After he finished speaking, Bai Ye realized what was going on.

The meaning is very simple.

That means you're not qualified!

If Uncle Long had brought out this script today, needless to say, it would have been something with a supernatural element.

As long as Uncle Jackie is going international, this script will definitely pass censorship.

They have the qualifications!
But he wasn't enough!

Don't be fooled by his seemingly high status in the industry now.

But that's not enough!

Making an exception for him is simply impossible at the moment.

"Well, your script is definitely not suitable for broadcast on television right now, but if you turn it into a web series, the censorship won't be as strict."

With these elements, it should be able to be listed. But web series, well, those who know, know...
Another option is that you might consider first exporting and then selling domestically?
If the results are good... well, never mind, this idea isn't very good either. Anyway, I think you can film this script, but don't have too high hopes for it getting broadcast on a major network.

Seeing that Bai Ye understood his meaning, Zhao Gang no longer hid anything from him.

"I think I understand now, so it's because I don't have much influence."

"Yes, you do have enough influence domestically, but you're still lacking overseas. If you could influence overseas, we'd grit our teeth and send you up there to put in a good word with the higher-ups!"

And don't say that supernatural elements can't appear in domestic films.

There was a similar situation in the movie "Love Has a Next Life".

The other person has strong connections, but Bai Ye can only rely on himself.

"By the way, regarding your situation with the Beijing and Hong Kong circles, no one here wants things to escalate further. Of course, we will also talk to them there, and they won't bother you anymore."

But I guess you probably won't be cooperating with them much anymore right now!

Everyone is well aware of the recent problems within the Beijing elite circle.

Everyone knows deep down that the higher-ups don't want things to escalate, so they'll stop short of making a scene.

However, it is unlikely that the two sides will cooperate in the future.

Bai Ye himself is probably aware of this.

However, they did give Bai Ye some confidence.

They wouldn't stand idly by and watch Bai Ye be bullied. In short, as long as Bai Ye keeps climbing up, everyone is happy to see it.

The Shanghai entertainment circle is really lacking a leader right now.

After discussing these matters, they left. In the car, Bai Ye rubbed his temples helplessly and said, "It seems this script will have to be postponed."

White Night will definitely be taken down before the original version appears.

But it's definitely not possible to film now.

It's already very clear over there.

Alternatively, they could shift from export to domestic sales, but the key factor is still their overseas performance.

Alternatively, you could watch a web series. Web series have a wider range of content, so even if there are some supernatural elements, they can still be streamed.

Finally, it's about enhancing your influence and extending it overseas.

Let's not even talk about other places, just in East Asia and Southeast Asia.

If they can export their culture, then the domestic authorities will naturally let Bai Ye give it a try.

After all, this is not without precedent.

Although there are supernatural elements in the script of "White Night", it is not scary in essence.

It's not the R18 type.

Therefore, everyone can turn a blind eye.

However, Bai Ye didn't want to use the first two methods for the time being. And he didn't have enough influence to use the last one.

Thinking about it this way, it seems the only option is to temporarily stop filming.

"This script is indeed quite difficult. Could you please change the supernatural elements involved?"

Lin Wan asked curiously.

When I wrote this script, I felt it would be difficult to pass censorship.

Now it seems that's indeed the case. So what if we revise this script?
After all, it's just that supernatural elements can't pass the censorship.

Apart from this element, there are no other elements that violate the rules.

"It's impossible to change it. If we change it, the biggest highlight of this show will be gone."

Let's wait and see. If it really can't be broadcast on television, then it can be a web series.

Bai Ye wasn't in a hurry.

Upon hearing Bai Ye's words, Lin Wan's expression turned somewhat strange.

It's a web series?!
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You think this is some kind of big-budget web series?!

Although it doesn't seem like there's anything wrong with it, after all, this show can't be broadcast on satellite TV, or even on television.

It can only be watched online.

But if it falls flat, that would be hilarious.

"How about we wait and see? When we get back, you'll need to attend a few business meetings and then discuss the copyright issues with the people at Tencent!"

Lin Wan did not continue the topic.

As long as Bai Ye has her own ideas about the things in the script, that's fine.

She briefly explained Bai Ye's work afterwards.

I'll be doing business-related work for a while now.

The copyright holders have already made arrangements with Tencent, iQiyi, and Sohu.

In addition, the amount of money given during the initial contact was not much.

These three companies, however, were very quick to pay.

So Lin Wan arranged for all three families to come up together to talk.

"I won't be going with you on the business trip. I've already told her about the follow-up arrangements. I'll contact those two people I had my eye on before, and then I'll find some newcomers in the industry for you."

Lin Wan also has a mission.

These business dealings were handled by the assistant who accompanied Bai Ye.

Bai Ye didn't have anything to say about this.

After all, having experienced what happened before, he knew how important it was to have people in his own company.

At the same time, seeing that Bai Ye didn't speak, Lin Wan then mentioned another matter: "By the way, it seems that Liu Yifei's team has expressed interest in cooperation, and they have contacted me."

What do you think?!

When Liu Yifei took the initiative to contact him.

This person—or rather, this person's mother—is a real handful.

We don't collaborate on anything that's not a big production or features big stars.

Now, people are actually taking the initiative to come to us, revealing their intention to cooperate.

"Cooperate with her?! Let's see. If the conditions are right, we'll cooperate; if not, forget it!"

Bai Ye wasn't surprised that Liu Yifei had taken the initiative to propose a collaboration.

Mainly in mainland China, Liu Yifei's situation was probably similar to mine, right?

Her situation was even worse than mine.

It would be strange if they didn't come looking for me.

However, Bai Ye wasn't in a hurry about this matter; he would deal with his own affairs first.

"Sisi, what exactly does he mean?! I've already actively signaled my willingness to cooperate, but he still seems quite in no hurry?!"

Liu Xiaoli wondered if her perception of Lin Wan during this period was just her imagination.

At first, the other person seemed enthusiastic, but later on, they seemed less attentive?

"Mom, didn't they say they were going to collaborate with Liu Shishi?!"

"Are you stupid? That Liu Shishi is just a mini Liu Yifei, how can it compare to collaborating with the official version?!"

After hearing Liu Yifei's words, Liu Xiaoli rolled her eyes.

Is my daughter truly stupid or just pretending?!
Don't you know that?!

"Mom, what are you saying? How could anyone possibly care about that?! And wasn't the collaboration supposed to be decided after the charity Bazaar event?!"

If Liu Yifei remembers correctly, it was agreed beforehand that she would first get to know Bai Ye during the charity Bazaar event.

After my initial contact with Bai Ye on the set last time.

Liu Yifei didn't chat with Bai Ye, and he didn't contact her either, so they ended up in a situation where they had each other's contact information but neither of them reached out.

Of course, she wouldn't take the initiative!

She had never taken the initiative herself, so she was happy to have some peace and quiet when Bai Ye didn't contact her.

"You don't understand. Right now is the best time for him. He's in the same boat as you. Don't you have his contact information?!"

"Why don't you call him to say hello and check in on him, then talk to him about your situation? Wouldn't it be great if you two could collaborate sometime?"

Liu Xiaoli looked at him with a disappointed expression.

My daughter is good in every way, except that she's too laid-back.

This is clearly an opportunity to build relationships, so why can't we take the initiative?!
"Mom, didn't you say we should keep our distance from him?! Can't I outmaneuver him?"

Liu Yifei pursed her lips. She had previously told her to be careful and not to have too much contact with Bai Ye.

This kind of man definitely has many women pursuing him and is never short of female company.

Moreover, to be able to climb up so quickly at such a young age, one must have some remarkable skills.

According to Liu Xiaoli, she couldn't outmaneuver Bai Ye.

If that's the case, then how did I get it wrong again?!

"Are you stupid? I told you to keep your distance so you wouldn't be with him, not that you can't have any contact with him at all!!"

Liu Xiaoli was numb.

Is this daughter genuinely ignorant, or is she pretending?!

"Forget it, you should wait until then to talk about it. I won't be in contact with anyone for the time being!"

Unsure of Bai Ye's true intentions, Liu Xiaoli decided against taking any action.

We can only wait until the charity Bazaar event to see it.

Liu Shishi also learned from Cai Yinong that the script for "White Night" was unlikely to pass censorship.

She felt a little disappointed.

After all, the script they were talking about collaborating on before might just be this one?!

It seems that Bai Ye is quite concerned.

After hesitating for a moment, Liu Shishi still did not go to find Bai Ye.

She didn't want to visit Bai Ye too frequently, making things difficult for Bai Ye with Yang Mi.

She also planned to have a proper talk with Bai Ye about this matter when the charity Bazaar came around.

same moment.

Yang Mi also shared the same idea.

Since being inexplicably dumped, Yang Mi has become increasingly depressed.

After all, I haven't even said anything yet, and they're treating me like someone who ran away out of fear?!
Moreover, the more she thought about it, the angrier she became. She had a feeling that Bai Ye might have already wanted to break up with her.

She just happened to take this opportunity to break up with me.

Charity Bazaar, right?!
She was just waiting for the charity event to happen so she could arrest Bai Ye.

If she goes to find Bai Ye now, it will definitely cause a stir, but it won't be the same then!

(End of this chapter)