Rebirth of Chinese Entertainment, starting with the strategy of 95 flowers to counterattack

Chapter 120 Produce Camp 101 and Mentor Gu Yang

Pengcheng, Tencent Video Headquarters
The conference room was brightly lit, and several senior executives from Tencent sat at one end of a long table, opposite representatives from 43 brokerage firms.

The table was piled high with documents and materials, and a projector was playing an analysis report on the girl group market.

The project manager of Tencent Video cleared his throat and began to speak.

"The idea this time is to create a girl group talent show called 'Produce Camp 101', to integrate the trainee resources we have and create a top girl group in China."

"The program format involves 101 trainees undergoing training and assessments, with the audience ultimately voting to select 11 members to debut as a group."

As soon as he finished speaking, the audience began to murmur amongst themselves.

"The show is good, but what's in it for us?"

"Exposure, a variety show led by Tencent, if it gets hyped up, the popularity should be quite high."

"Once the group is formed, will Tencent control its operations? What if the members get kidnapped?"

That's quite possible.

"We have to guard against it!"

"That's right, Lao Wang, isn't your company participating? I support you, brother! We'll stand together through thick and thin!"

"Let's see."

The penguin representative listened patiently to the discussion among the attendees and continued to explain.

"Please rest assured, for the first two years after the group's formation, although the operation and management of the girl group members will be handled by Tencent Pictures and Wajijiwa Entertainment, the revenue will be distributed among Tencent, Wajijiwa Entertainment, and the girl group members' original management companies in accordance with the pre-signed contract."

"From a legal perspective, the decision-making power for the entertainment activities carried out by girl group members under the group's name in the past two years rests with Tencent."

Another boss frowned and asked, "What if our company's trainees debut and come back two years later, but their performance and resources can't keep up?"

The operations director of Tencent Video explained, "We will invest a lot of resources in cultivating the girl group over the next two years, giving trainees opportunities for all-round improvement. Moreover, the show will provide tremendous exposure for your company and your artists during its broadcast and after the group's formation, and the subsequent commercial value will be immeasurable. When the members return to your company two years later, the traffic and fan base they bring back will also greatly help their solo development."

At this point, someone brought up the mentor lineup: "The mentors are crucial. Who are you planning to invite?"

A Tencent producer explained, "Currently, Huang Zitao is the initiator, responsible for the overall coordination of the program and the motivation of the contestants."

"The vocal coaches are Chen Jiahua and Zhang Jie, who are responsible for guiding singing techniques."

"The songwriting mentor is Hu Yanbin, who is responsible for the composition and music production guidance."

"There's still some controversy regarding the dance instructors. Currently, Wang Yibo and Luo Zhixiang are tentatively chosen! But Mr. Wang from Banana Entertainment suggested inviting Gu Yang!"

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What's there to hesitate about?
The brokerage representatives looked at the penguin people like they were idiots.

How popular is Gu Yang right now? If they can get him on the show, they'll already be halfway there!

The key question is probably whether we can even get them here.
"What do you think?"

"It has to be Gu Yang!"

"Yes! What's there to hesitate about?"

"But this is a dance instructor, and Gu Yang is not a professional dancer?"

"Why not? Isn't the 98K hand gesture dance professional?"

"That makes sense!"

"Since everyone agrees, let's go down and select the candidates as soon as possible! We at Penguin will handle the communication regarding the mentors."

Lehua Entertainment
The boss stood on the stage, his gaze sweeping over the trainees, and said excitedly, "This 'Produce Camp 101' organized by Tencent is a golden opportunity for you! If you can debut, your future will be bright!"

He paused, then added, "I heard that Gu Yang has been chosen as the dance mentor. He's very influential in the industry. If we can create a romantic pairing with him on the show and generate some buzz, the show's popularity will definitely rise, which will greatly help your debut and future development. Everyone, seize the opportunity!"

Meng Meiqi and Wu Xuanyi, sitting in the audience, exchanged a glance, their eyes filled with eagerness.

The boss of Jichuang Yinli called Yamys into his office and said earnestly, "The competition on this show is fierce, but you are quite capable. If you can interact with Gu Yang, even if it's just a little rumor, it will increase your exposure and be very beneficial for your debut. Don't miss this shortcut."

Yamys nodded thoughtfully, silently encouraging herself.

Companies such as Qigu Culture, Diyi Entertainment, Mairui Entertainment, Comic Entertainment, Huaying Yixing, Banana Entertainment, and AMG Asia Music Group have all conveyed this message to their trainees, emphasizing the importance of seizing the opportunity to create a CP (couple pairing) with Gu Yang.

Some of the trainees looked shy, while others had ambition gleaming in their eyes!
Regardless, this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity!
Mountain City, the crew of "Better Days"

The rain was drizzling in the mountain city, and the makeshift rain shelter erected by the film crew was being battered by the rain.

Clutching the rain-soaked invitation, Sun Li trudged along the muddy mountain path to find Gu Yang, who was directing an action scene.

This person had previously participated in Hunan TV's "Super Girl" and also served as the head screenwriter of "I Am a Singer".

I was invited by Tencent Video to serve as the chief director of "Produce 101".

Gu Yang had declined the invitation three times before, saying that "the creation of a film cannot tolerate distractions."

But seeing the sponsors' frenzied pursuit of the words "Gu Yang joining" at the variety show investment conference on her phone, Sun Li gritted her teeth and personally went to the set of "Better Days".

At this moment, Gu Yang was soaked to the bone, but he was still repeatedly adjusting the positions of the extras, his black windbreaker splattered with mud.

When Sun Li's voice pierced through the rain, he wiped his face and gestured for a stagehand to hand him a towel: "Director Sun, you're really persistent with this rain."

Sun Li pulled out an invitation from her canvas bag: "Produce 101 would like to invite you to be their dance mentor. You see, this show aims to create the first phenomenal girl group in China, with all the resources being poured into it. It's guaranteed to be a trending topic as soon as it starts filming." "I'm busy filming a movie and can't get away," Gu Yang interrupted her, his gaze sweeping over the monitor in the distance. "You know, every detail of Xiao Bei's action scenes has to be meticulously crafted."

"Director Gu, the variety show is still in the early planning stages. By the time filming officially starts, your movie will definitely be finished!" She paused, then lowered her voice, "Tencent Video is willing to accommodate your movie's release schedule, as for the mentor fees..."

Gu Yang just felt a headache, not because he was putting on airs.

Instead, they invited him to be a dance teacher—what's with that?

He knows his own abilities; wouldn't it be embarrassing for him to go there?
Seeing his resistant expression, Sun Li pulled out her trump card and dialed the number of Mr. Sun, the head of Tencent Video, on her phone.

"Professor Gu, Mr. Sun would like to say a few words to you."

A hearty laugh came through the phone: "Little brother, just do me a favor. This program is a key project for Tencent Video next year, and the whole company is taking it very seriously!"

The other party paused, then his tone became sincere, "We're all family, so I won't beat around the bush. From now on, if your company's artists want to appear on our platform's variety shows or dramas, they'll have a fast track to them!"

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"Alright!" Gu Yang finally agreed. "But Brother Sun, can you reserve a few spots for me in the show?"

"That's great!" A burst of laughter came from the other end. "Once you join the crew, your brother will throw a welcome-back party."

"A word is settled!"

After Zhang Li left satisfied, the three girls who had been eavesdropping for a long time jumped out.

Zhou Ye rushed forward first, her almond-shaped eyes wide open, her hair still damp with rainwater from filming. "Gu Yang, why did you ask them to reserve a few spots for you?"

She bit her lip, her eyelashes fluttering: "Do you want me to participate in this talent show?"

"Although I can sing well and dance, I am, after all, an actress. Is this a bit unsuitable for me?"

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What the hell?
Gu Yang almost dropped the walkie-talkie, his mind racing with a barrage of questions!

Zhou Ye, a girl group?
He glanced again at Zhang Jingyi and Zhang Yifan, who stood gracefully beside Zhou Ye.

Hiss~~!

You know what, it's actually quite promising!

Plus Sister Meng, Xiao Tian, ​​Li Yitong, Dudu, Bailu, and others!
this.!
Before he could snap out of his reverie, Zhang Jingyi was already shaking Zhou Ye's arm and laughing out loud, "Come on, the other day you sang 'A Little Happiness' at the karaoke bar, even the original singer would be crying if she heard it!"

She turned to Gu Yang, her eyes gleaming mischievously, "But Director Gu, if we really let Sister Zhou go, she could probably make it to the finals just with her face!"

"What?! Jingyi, what do you mean?" Zhou Ye protested. "Do you think I sing badly?"

"Please, I've beaten professional singers!"

"Who!"

"Meng Ziyi! She's a professional singer who can even beat Jay Chou! We often compete on the karaoke app, and I always win!"

Gu Yang stared blankly at Zhou Ye's proud expression, feeling guilty.

It's all his fault; he wrote a poem called "Learning to Meow" for Sister Meng.

This led her to misjudge her own singing ability and develop an inexplicable sense of confidence.

Even Zhou Ye, who often defeated her, became arrogant!
These two girls have been pestering him to write songs for them lately, wanting him to help them release an album.

What a terrible mess this is!
Zhang Yifan timidly peeked out from behind the two of them, her fingers trembling slightly as she gripped her skirt: "Can I...can I try it?"

"Although I studied ballet, which is quite different from the style of girl groups, but..."

Her voice grew softer and softer, the last few words almost disappearing into the damp air.

"Yifan, you want to give it a try? If you really want to compete, the competition is fierce!"

"Director Gu, I'd like to give it a try. Could you please give me this opportunity?"

Gu Yang was slightly taken aback upon hearing this. He remembered that this girl seemed to have participated in Produce Camp, but he didn't know which season it was.

Zhou Ye rushed over and put her arm around Zhang Yifan's shoulder, acting like a big sister. "Gu Yang, if you can, please help Xiaofan! This girl is working so hard! I can go to the event and cheer her on!"

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This is your real purpose, right?

"Assistant Director Zhou has spoken, how could I dare disobey?" Gu Yang smiled helplessly, his gaze sweeping over Zhang Yifan's surprised yet apprehensive eyes. "Yifan, if you want to go, I'll just talk to Tencent!"

"Thank you, Director Gu!!!" Zhang Yifan suddenly looked up, his eyes shining brightly.

Zhang Jingyi watched Gu Yang quietly from the side, her chest filled with a bittersweet and burning emotion.

Damn, I'm loving it more and more!

The rain started again at some point, and as she looked at the man's back, which was soaked by the rain, she suddenly felt a tightness in her throat.

Those opportunities that these newcomers craved day and night were nothing more than a casual gesture in his eyes.

This kind of commanding presence is even more captivating than the rain and mist of the mountain city!

(End of this chapter)