Huayu: The Best Actor starts with obtaining the role entry

Chapter 239 - Liu Yifei outshines everyone again?
The Legend of Chu and Han is a TV series.

However, these outstanding results still spurred Liu Xiaoli on.

If we were still feeling our way across the river before...

Now we can say we're feeling our way across the river in the dark.

The TV series "Legend of Chu and Han" was so popular, how could "The Feast at Hongmen" not be popular?!

After all, it's a wide range of social media platforms, from Weibo to Hupu to Tieba.

Everyone was eagerly anticipating Liu Yifei's legendary Hongmen Banquet.

The Legend of Chu and Han is so popular!
Just how popular is this?!
This also boosted the attention given to the legend of the Feast at Hongmen.

They're all the same type, after all.

Moreover, there was the scene of the Feast at Hongmen that Bai Ye and Chen Daoming filmed back then.

It absolutely shocked everyone.

Historically, and even now, most people know most about the Feast at Hongmen in relation to the Chu-Han Contention.

After all, this thing is too famous!
This can be said to be the core of the Chu-Han Contention.

That single episode set a new single-day viewership record.

Moreover, the online streaming has become even more impressive, with viewership now reaching 200 million!

Bai Ye perfectly portrays Xiang Yu's arrogance, decisiveness, and tragedy.

For example, during the Feast at Hongmen, his gaze towards Liu Bang shifted from contempt to hesitation, and then to struggle when Fan Zeng hinted at murderous intent—these were all distinctly layered.

Especially that line, "Ah~ the King of Guanzhong has arrived!"

Even though Liu Bang, played by Chen Daoming, exuded a powerful aura at that time, he was completely suppressed by the overwhelming power of the overlord he encountered.

It displays the features of a dragon, but its tiger-like might is even greater!

Even Liu Xiaoli felt her blood boil at the sight of such an imposing aura.

After all, his daughter has a movie with the same theme that's going to be released.

It's impossible not to pay attention to similar works.

Moreover, judging from the current situation, it seems that my concern is not wrong!

Such great results!

She felt that the Legend of the Feast at Hongmen was definitely not bad.

First of all, this is the main thing we filmed.

The focus then shifted to the Feast at Hongmen.

The Legend of Chu and Han is still airing, although it hasn't finished yet.

However, at least in the earlier episodes, the Hongmen Banquet had the highest viewership ratings.

Therefore, Liu Xiaoli naturally believed that this segment was the one that would attract the most attention.

In fact, so many people are talking about the Legend of the Feast at Hongmen and are looking forward to its release.

This makes it hard for Liu Xiaoli not to look forward to her daughter's work!

But it's Liu Yifei.

Although she also had some expectations, she wasn't as excited as Liu Xiaoli.

The excitement makes everyone seem to have lost their minds?!

This prompted her to add a reminder: "Mom, the Legend of Chu and Han may have good results, but it's still a TV series. As long as a TV series isn't too bad, people will generally watch it."

But movies are different!
Movies require other people to pay for them!

Liu Yifei is very clear that TV series and movies are different!

Even the audiences for TV dramas and movies are sometimes different!
After all, it's free to watch, even though there are ads in the middle, it's still free!

But movies are different!

That's something that actually requires people to pay money!

This is something that requires someone to spend money; I feel like anyone would think twice about it!

She knew that the Legend of Chu and Han was very popular recently, but that didn't mean the Legend of Hongmen Banquet would see an increase in popularity.

On the contrary, it might be affected?!
"No, no, no, I think you can definitely succeed!"

Look, Chen Daoming is indeed very popular, but who plays Liu Bang in this movie?! It's Li Ming!!

Then there's Zhang Hanyu's Zhang Liang and Feng Shaofeng's Xiang Yu. Although he's not as good as Bai Ye, he's become very popular now thanks to the drama "Palace"!

Then there are big names from Hong Kong like Jordan Chan!
And you even played Yu Ji! I think your period drama look is much better than Yang Mi's!

When your Yu Ji makes her appearance, won't she amaze everyone?!

Regarding Liu Yifei's concerns, Liu Xiaoli felt that things might not turn out the way Liu Yifei thought; she was quite optimistic.

At least in Liu Xiaoli's opinion, this drama is a star-studded production!
Besides, the script isn't bad either; it tells the story of the Feast at Hongmen, so it shouldn't be the same as Liu Yifei's worries, right?
Liu Yifei listened to her words and for a moment didn't know what to say.

After all, you can't just dismiss your own movie before it's even released, can you?

Besides, in Liu Yifei's opinion, this movie might actually be quite good, just as Liu Xiaoli said!
After all, there is a general framework here.

Isn't it just about the story of the Feast at Hongmen?!

Is this really so hard to explain?!
And what am I even worried about?!
The last dating announcement was just an accident.

Bai Ye is still acting in a TV series, how could that possibly interfere with his movie?!

Thinking of this, Liu Yifei nodded and said, "Okay then, is there another interview tonight? What kind of questions will they ask?"

There's an interview scheduled for tonight, which is kind of a small promotion for the show.

Recently, due to the immense popularity of the Chu-Han Contention, the Legend of the Feast at Hongmen has also garnered significant attention.

From the director to the actors, everyone is putting in their best effort to promote the film and achieve even higher box office results!
The same goes for Liu Yifei.

This publicity campaign was mainly prepared by Liu Xiaoli.

She also thought it was just a simple movie promotion.

Liu Xiaoli, however, doesn't think that way.

After hearing what Liu Yifei said, Liu Xiaoli nodded and said, "Yes, but Qianqian might ask a few specific questions during this interview. Just answer them as I tell you!"

Then, Liu Xiaoli told Liu Yifei the questions she had prepared beforehand.

It was normal at first.

But as they continued talking, Liu Yifei sensed that something was amiss!
Liu Xiaoli herself was a little embarrassed by what she said!

"Mom, this is false advertising! If the movie doesn't do well after it's released, won't you be ridiculed by everyone?!"

Liu Yifei suddenly had the idea of ​​quitting.

why? !

Isn't this just harming his own daughter?

Good guy!
They've even resorted to false advertising!

What kind of question is this?!

It's about asking yourself what you think of Yang Mi's portrayal of Yu Ji.

Then came some very targeted questions.

In short, was it all just to belittle Yang Mi in order to elevate themselves?

If these issues really arise, Liu Yifei will not go!

If you start criticizing others now and then get proven wrong later, it will hurt terribly!
Wasn't Liu Shishi's incident a perfect example?!
Although I didn't do anything to put down others before.

But at that time, I was clearly being used for comparison.

Moreover, they were pulled out by the Tang people.

just
wrong! ! !

Liu Yifei suddenly realized what was happening, and then she heard her mother's voice: "You've realized it now, haven't you?! Even if you don't say anything now, do you think Yang Mi will let this opportunity pass?!"

Last time, Liu Shishi dragged you into the mess and gave her a good publicity stunt about her past.

And what was the result?!

You've been ridiculed by everyone for a long time!
Does this situation seem familiar?

Previously, Liu Shishi needed to step on you to rise to power, so she needed to get you involved in her publicity.

Yang Mi's fans nowadays are also trying to climb over you to get ahead, aren't they?!
She's currently blacklisted by the Beijing entertainment circle, and it's a shame her performance in "Legend of Chu and Han" was so good!
Now there is an opportunity to prove yourself in front of you. If, and I mean if, you perform poorly in any way, she will definitely find out.

So if you release propaganda at this time with a hint of declaring war, it will actually boost box office sales. On the contrary, if you say nothing now, won't people later say you're cowardly before the battle even begins?!

Liu Xiaoli saw it very clearly.

After what happened with Liu Yifei and Liu Shishi, she realized her daughter's situation. Now, those people who are using her daughter for marketing purposes probably want to bring down Liu Yifei.

Even Liu Shishi, with whom she had a fairly good relationship.

Could it be that the Tang Dynasty behind this doesn't want it?

They're all waiting!
Therefore, in Liu Xiaoli's view, since it was inevitable that it would happen again, and the subject matter would be the same, plus she had some understanding of Yang Mi's personality.

Since that's the case, she thought that instead of being passive, she might as well take the initiative!

That's the logic, the key is whether Liu Yifei can figure it out.

"Mom, let me think about it." Liu Yifei frowned, a hint of struggle flashing across her face, before finally letting out a long sigh and saying, "I can cooperate with the interview."

However, the answer to the question needs to be revised; it can't be so radical!

Liu Yifei only hesitated for a while before realizing that Liu Xiaoli was right.

There's no way I can escape this marketing campaign.

If you show even the slightest sign of something amiss, Yang Mi's side will definitely step in with marketing.

Yang Mi's current situation is no better than mine!

They might even be worse than me?!

If she can replace her own niche, then Yang Mi will not necessarily live a better life, but at least she won't be too bad off.

Therefore, they will definitely seize the opportunity.

Yang Mi is very career-oriented, which Liu Yifei noticed when they first met.

So, since we already know what the other party will do, why should we wait?!

Before doing this, she still didn't want to be so direct or give such a sharp answer!
Liu Xiaoli wasn't too surprised by her daughter's choice, but she was somewhat disappointed.

Since it's practically a declaration of war...

At this point, you can choose to be more aggressive or more conservative.

That doesn't seem to matter anymore, does it?

But she seems quite determined?!

Finally, Liu Xiaoli stopped insisting, nodded, and said, "Alright then, I'll make the arrangements later!"

Although Liu Xiaoli said that, she had already made up her mind.

Be normal during interviews, but when it comes to your own marketing afterwards, you're anything but normal!

As a result, that very evening, the trending topic "Liu Yifei outshines Yang Mi" immediately topped the Weibo search rankings.

That night.

After photos of Liu Yifei playing Yu Ji were released, along with some of her interviews, they were published.

Although it was said in a very subtle way.

For example, when a reporter asked Liu Yifei.

like.

Reporter: [Yang Mi's portrayal of Yu Ji has sparked heated discussions, and you also play Yu Ji in "The Legend of the Feast at Hongmen." What are the differences between the two versions? Are you worried about being compared?]

Liu Yifei: [Each work offers a unique perspective on the interpretation of historical figures.]

Yang Mi's portrayal of Yu Ji was excellent, but I focused more on showcasing the tragic sense of the character under the weight of her fateful choices.

The Legend of the Feast at Hongmen emphasizes the tension between power struggles and emotions, and viewers will surely see a different side of Yu Ji.

Ever since.

This answer was interpreted as Yang Mi's portrayal of Yu Ji lacking tone, a sense of tragedy, and spirituality.

In short, they're inferior to me in every way!

Reporter: [The "Farewell My Concubine" couple, Bai Ye and Yang Mi, in the Legend of Chu and Han is very popular. Do you think there's a similar dynamic between you and Feng Shaofeng?]

After all, Feng Shaofeng and Yang Mi previously co-starred in "Palace," but now you've essentially switched partners!

Liu Yifei: [I'm very confident because he's also a very talented actor. As for the on-screen couple, I think the audience values ​​the quality of the work more.]

What Liu Yifei said later was not very certain.

The main reason is that she doesn't want to create a romantic pairing right now.

So, this turned into Liu Yifei believing that creating a CP (couple pairing) is marketing, that this trend is rampant in the industry, and that she disdains creating CPs!

Reporter: [Your mother, Ms. Liu Xiaoli, has recently mentioned several times that the Chu-Han Legend is promoting the Hongmen Banquet Legend. Are you worried about being criticized for using this as a marketing ploy?]

Liu Yifei: [The two dramas have similar themes, so viewers will naturally make connections.]

But I hope everyone will focus on the quality of the work itself, rather than off-stage discussions.

This answer was directly interpreted as Liu Yifei not wanting the other party's marketing to involve her.

You're making yourself out to be some kind of innocent, pure white lotus!
The reporter then asked about the boycott you faced by the Beijing entertainment circle due to filming multiple projects simultaneously, and your experience of facing resource shortages. What are your thoughts on this?
Liu Yifei's face almost turned black at that moment.

no? !
Are you sick in the head?!

This is a question that needs to be asked.

But she answered in the end.

But now Liu Yifei wishes she could just slap herself in the face!
Liu Yifei: [Every actor's career has its ups and downs. Respecting industry rules and doing your job well is more important.]

Her original intention was to maintain a neutral stance and avoid getting involved in the controversy.

As a result, that one writing directly turned it into Liu Yifei criticizing Yang Mi for her improper attitude!

good good!
That's how you play, right?!
My answer really was fine!
But these people just kept interpreting things for her, leaving her speechless.

I just feel dizzy and lightheaded!
What kind of reporter did they hire?!
What's trending on social media right now?!

#Liu Yifei outshines Yang Mi#
#Liu Yifei criticizes Yang Mi's unprofessional acting#
#The director of The Legend of Hongmen Banquet thanks The Legend of Chu and Han for promoting The Legend of Hongmen Banquet and says the quality of the work will definitely be high#
#Liu Yifei disdains creating fake on-screen couples!#
no? !
Are these entries accurate?!?
Is it really true?!

Liu Yifei just wanted to ask this one question!

How did it get interpreted like this?!
I'm definitely not like that at all!
All right.

This completely offended Yang Mi, and it seems that not only Yang Mi, but also Liu Shishi!

Why! ?

They disdain fabricating romantic pairings!

But as everyone knows, Liu Shishi became popular before because of her on-screen couple pairing with Bai Ye.

And now, someone has suddenly fabricated a statement that disdains creating a romantic pairing.

What else could Liu Yifei say?!

She was truly speechless!
Liu Yifei couldn't help but confront Liu Xiaoli, immediately demanding, "Mom!!! What kind of reporter did you hire?!"

What is this?

Liu Yifei asked herself if she had ever offended this reporter!

How could it be arranged like this?!
"Sissi, I think this report, while somewhat inaccurate, isn't entirely wrong. After all, I do think you're better than Yang Mi!"

Although Yang Mi's look was indeed very good, Liu Xiaoli still felt that her daughter was better.

Also, Yang Mi's acting attitude is indeed not proper!
That's not wrong!

"Mom, you can't say that! Anyway, never mind."

I feel like there's no point in saying anything now.

Liu Yifei felt like she was really dizzy.

Whether this reporter was trying to sabotage themselves or was set up, it doesn't matter.

In short, the report has already been published, and there's absolutely no point in thinking about it anymore.

In general, what we need to be most concerned about right now is whether our movie will actually do well!
If the movie does really well, then everything will be fine.

But if the movie performs poorly, it will be ridiculed by everyone!
What terrible things have I done?!
She wouldn't believe it if Liu Xiaoli hadn't been involved!

However, according to Liu Xiaoli's thinking, no matter what she said in the interview, she would definitely be dragged down by the other party afterward.

Since that's the case, it might be better for us to strike sooner rather than later.

Liu Yifei also understands Liu Xiaoli.

After all, this could really happen.

They are both celebrities who are frequently compared to each other, and they share the same subject matter.

It's wrong not to poop it out!
But despite her understanding, she was still somewhat depressed.

Liu Xiaoli, on the other hand, felt that the time was ripe.

The reporter wrote all of this after consulting with Liu Xiaoli, since she was the one who invited her and paid her.

Especially the trending topic about Liu Yifei outshining Yang Mi!
Liu Xiaoli was very satisfied, after all, she felt that the report was very accurate, and many of Liu Yifei's fans really thought so now!
(End of this chapter)