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The reporter obtained the interview with Tian Xiaole and couldn't wait to publish it overnight.

Accusing Zhang Weiping of interfering with Zhang Yimou's creative process makes him an unqualified partner.

There are quite a few film companies in the industry that want to break up the two companies.

Since Zhang Weiping partnered with Zhang Yimou, China Film Group has been unable to influence the investment share of the latter's films, let alone other companies.

From the outside perspective, the collapse of the reputation of "Three Guns" has created a rift between the two.

As Tian Xiaole reveals the truth, it will grow larger and larger until it falls apart.

Zhang Weiping ran out like a dog whose tail had been stepped on, howling and barking.

Zhang Yimou was his arrogant reliance, and he didn't realize that there was anything wrong with his involvement in the film.

"I have collaborated with Yi Mou for 14 years, and there is no doubt that our collaboration has been successful, both in terms of awards and box office..."

There weren't many negative reviews for "A Simple Noodle Story." This film didn't aim to carry a lofty moral message; it just wanted to tell a good story...

Contrary to his usual behavior, Zhang Weiping didn't attack anyone indiscriminately. Instead, he spoke movingly about their collaboration, as if it were a love letter to Zhang Yimou.

He understands PUA techniques and knows how to play the emotional card; otherwise, Zhang Yimou wouldn't have been fooled for so many years.

Tian Xiaole knew that Zhang Weiping did not realize he was wrong; he was afraid that Zhang Yimou would really leave New Pictures.

If the two really break up, the people in the industry he's talked to over the years could drown him in their spittle.

Without Zhang Yimou, he would be nothing, and that is indeed the case.

Tian Xiaole has dug the pit; at most, there will be one more time before the two of them have to break up.

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In mid-January, Avatar continued its dominance, with stable daily box office returns, and it was on the verge of surpassing Pacific Rim's record.

Meanwhile, the Weibo Awards Ceremony, which had been in preparation for two months, finally kicked off.

"Brother Le, can I walk the red carpet with you?"

Tang Yan wore a black evening gown with an off-shoulder and waist-cinching design. Her hair was slightly curled and draped over her back. She wore a blue gemstone around her neck and a pair of black high heels.

Like a black swan, she possesses an elegant and intellectual demeanor.

At this moment, her pretty face was puffed up with anger because Tian Xiaole refused her request to walk the red carpet together.

“I brought the entire crew with me, so your insertion seems very abrupt.”

Tian Xiaole straightened his suit jacket, making sure that the sweater he was wearing underneath was not visible.

He's not the kind of person who prioritizes style over warmth.

"It's cold outside today, go change into something warm."

"Are you concerned about me?"

Tang Yan's love-struck mind kicked in; she wrapped her arms around Tian Xiaole's and looked at him with bright, sparkling eyes.

"Yes, are you satisfied now?" Tian Xiaole said, rubbing her face with amusement.

"Oh dear, my makeup is ruined."

Tang Yan changed into a long-sleeved, high-necked outfit, paired with a small blazer and a long skirt, the kind of long thermal pants underneath that couldn't be seen.

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The Water Cube venue was transformed into a large-scale awards ceremony, with the red carpet stretching from the lobby into the distance, seemingly endless.

The venue was surrounded by bright red flags that read: "The First Weibo Awards Ceremony".

From 2 p.m. onwards, the red carpet was packed with guests, all dressed to the nines.

Despite shivering from the cold, he maintained a polite smile.

Such high-profile public occasions are their stage to showcase themselves.

Red carpet host Liu Yan introduces the guests who walk the red carpet.

"Now approaching us is the cast of the TV series 'Lurking,' actress Sun Honglei..."

"..."

"The cast of 'My Love from the Star,' including actors Liu Yifei and Qiao Zhenyu..."

Upon hearing the host's introduction, Liu Yifei lifted her dress and walked onto the red carpet, refusing Qiao Zhenyu's offer to help her.

She wore a white strapless dress, her hair was styled in an updo, and she wore silver-white high heels.

"The cast of 'The Myth,' director Jiang Jiajun, actors Hu Ge and Bai Bing... 'Walking in the Northwest,' 'My Brother is Called Shunliu'... "

The cast and crew of "Chinese Paladin 3", director Li Guoli, actors Zhao Liying, Yang Mi...

Cai Yinong led the crew onto the red carpet, and the flashbulbs of cameras went off continuously.

Yang Mi smiled and waved continuously, thinking to herself, "Big stars should bask in the spotlight."

She only realized later that someone was missing from the film crew.

"Liying, where is Shishi?"

"Oh, she went to another film crew and didn't come with us."

Zhao Liying is very familiar with walking the red carpet; she feels as comfortable as if she were at home.

Most of the TV drama production teams that received invitations last year attended the event.

Next up was the film crew, again organized by production team.

The cast and crew of "Painted Skin 2," including director Tian Zhuangzhuang and actors Huang Xiaoming, Yan Dancheng, and Jiao Enjun...

The cast and crew of "Detective Dee and the Mystery of the Phantom Flame," including director Tsui Hark and actors Lau Tak-wah, Tang Chiu, and Leung Ka-fai...

The cast and crew of "Love is Not Blind" (also known as "33 Days of Heartbreak"), including director Xue Xiaolu, actors Wang Luodan, Luo Jin, Tan Songyun, and Liu Shishi...

The cast and crew of the film "Ip Man," including director Wilson Yip, actors Vincent Zhao and Gao Yuanyuan...

Singers appeared interspersed throughout the program, including Jay Chou, Sun Nan, Na Ying, Li Yuchun, Jane Zhang, Jolin Tsai, Will Pan, and Leather Pants Wang...

The cast and crew of "The Wind Rises," including director Gao Qunshu and actors Duan Yihong and Wu Zhenyu...

The cast and crew of "The Orphan of Zhao," including director Chen Kaige, actor Chen Daoming, and actor Huang Xiaoming...

Huang Xiaoming avoided offending anyone and walked the red carpet once again.

The cast and crew of "Let the Bullets Fly," including director Jiang Wen, actors Zhou Runfa, Ge You, and Liu Jialin...

"..."

The cast and crew of [Pacific Rim 2], including director Tian Xiaole, actors Hu Jun, Jing Tian, ​​Liu Ye, Huang Xiaoming, Jiang Wu, etc.

Jing Tian was happiest that Liu Yifei wasn't walking the red carpet with them. At that moment, she was arm in arm with Tian Xiaole, smiling and waving to the fans.

I can't help but think, if only every time I attended a red carpet event, it would be like this.

"Xiao Ming, this is the third time, isn't it?"

"As long as the production crew needs it, I don't mind doing it a few more times."

When Huang Xiaoming reappeared on the red carpet, the media stopped taking pictures of him, as it was a waste of film.

Some film crews have already set release dates and are here for promotion, while others haven't even started filming yet but are also here for promotion.

The Weibo Awards Ceremony generated a lot of buzz, with significant pre-event promotional spending and numerous celebrity announcements of their attendance, making the ceremony a highly anticipated event.

The live stream on Leyu's Weibo account has been viewed over 100 million times.

Fans from each group were flooding the comments section with the names of their favorite stars, creating a vibrant and lively atmosphere.

In the waiting room, a group of female celebrities were dressed to the nines and looked dazzling, but the atmosphere was a bit strange. They couldn't stand each other and ignored one another.

Li Binbin, Fan Binbin, Zhou Xun, Zhang Ziyi, and Xu Jinglei are all top-tier actresses and international stars.

They didn't walk the red carpet with the film crew; they were waiting for notification about who would be the one to close the show.

Tang Yan and Gong Li sat to one side, exchanging whispers.

"Sister Li, you're definitely going to be the one to headline the red carpet; these people have no chance against you."

"I don't care about that, as long as I'm not behind certain people."

Gong Li wore a black evening gown, her makeup also predominantly black, with thick eyebrows and full-coverage eyeliner that accentuated her delicate features.
The light purple eyeshadow added a touch of softness and charm.

Upon hearing this, Tang Yan subconsciously glanced at Zhang Ziyi; she had heard about their story.

During the filming of "Memoirs of a Geisha", there was a scene that was shot seven or eight times, and the director was still not satisfied.

To achieve a better effect, the two used real fighting, and Zhang Ziyi's face was swollen after filming.

Da da da……

Chen Zhixi walked in, wearing high heels, and sized up these restless individuals. Any one of them could easily dominate an awards ceremony.

Only events organized by Xiaole Pictures can bring them all together at once.

"Director Chen*5".

Upon seeing Chen Zhixi's arrival, Fan Binbin and the others greeted her with smiles, a far cry from their earlier aloofness.

"Thank you all for taking time out of your busy schedules to attend the Weibo Awards Ceremony..."

After finishing her polite remarks, Chen Zhixi paused, and everyone knew what she was going to say, so they unconsciously held their breath.

The order of events on the red carpet essentially defines their status.

"The order of appearance is: Xu Jinglei, Li Binbin, Fan Binbin, Zhang Ziyi..."

When Zhang Ziyi heard that he was in front of Zhou Xun, his lips moved, but in the end he said nothing.

Have you been out of the country for the past few years and even Zhou Xun has surpassed you?
Fan Binbin didn't get to be the last one to walk the red carpet, but she wasn't disappointed at all. As long as she was a little later than her arch-rival Li Binbin, that was fine.

Chen Zhixi looked at the two people chatting casually, their expressions serene, and a smile appeared on her face for the first time:
"Tangtang, you'll be the last one to perform, and Sister Li will be the last one to appear."

"I understand, Sister Xi."

Tang Yan smiled and nodded.

Gong Li bowed coolly, seemingly unsurprised by the result.

Chen Zhixi chatted with the two for a few minutes before leaving the waiting room; as the host, she was very busy.

Huang Jixin had no experience in organizing events, so she was responsible for arranging the process and receiving guests.

The venue was bustling with noise.

The filmmakers, actors, and celebrities in attendance chatted in small groups.

In the stands, fans from various groups shouted their favorite artists' names, creating a deafening roar.

As Tang Yan and Gong Li entered the venue one after the other, they attracted a lot of attention.

The fact that such a star-studded event can be the grand finale or the final act speaks volumes.

It reflects one's influence, status within the industry, and commercial value.

The question of whether Tang Yan should be the finale act sparked controversy among netizens during the live stream. Zhou Xun, a three-time Golden Horse Award winner, and Fan Binbin, with his superior fashion resources, both seemed more qualified than Tang Yan.

Some fans of the product, Tangyan, have been sharing her achievements: $2 million in global revenue from the monoclonal antibody [Superbody], and she has been the Asian spokesperson for several luxury clothing and jewelry brands, which are brands that other female stars would love to endorse.

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Before the awards ceremony, there was a performance segment.

Jay Chou performed "Preface to the Orchid Pavilion" and "Give Me a Song's Time".

Jane Zhang also delivered a wonderful performance, singing "Painting Heart" and "Peerless Under Heaven," her voice melodious and captivating.

Next up were Na Ying, Wang Feng, and others, who showcased their singing talents.

Tian Xiaole sat in the front row, chatting with several big-name directors, and naturally the topic of "Avatar" came up.

"The box office is about to exceed 10 billion yuan, and the mainland record is about to be broken by truck drivers again."

Ning Hao sighed and patted Tian Xiaole on the shoulder as a gesture of consolation for losing first place.

"Special effects blockbusters are really awesome."

Jiang Wen praised repeatedly, patting his chest and saying, "My new film, 'Let the Bullets Fly,' is also good, and the goal is also 10 billion yuan at the box office."

Director Chen smiled dismissively, saying that when it comes to big events, how could he be absent?

"Avatar had high box office returns, but the plot was too shallow and lacked depth. My new film, The Orphan of Zhao, will achieve both."

No one responded to his words; the previous period drama, "The Promise," is still not understood by anyone.

Jiang Wen walked over and patted Tian Xiaole on the shoulder, saying, "How about the name 'Let the Bullets Fly'?"

"Indeed, it has a deeper meaning than [Burning Clouds]."

"Haha, great minds think alike."

Tian Xiaole smiled, dismissed the boastful Jiang Wen, and looked at the somewhat silent Zhang Yimou.

He personally thought the movie "A Simple Noodle Story" was fine, but he didn't expect it to cause such a big controversy upon its release.

"Uncle Zhang, please don't blame me for being nosy, okay?"

Zhang Yimou shook his head, the deep wrinkles on his face adding to his resolute look.

"You're right. Filmmaking is the art of the director. If someone who doesn't understand the field gets involved, many uncertainties will arise."

Some directors nearby heard the two discussing but didn't interrupt. Judging someone's film without a proper relationship is too easy to offend people.

"That hillbilly Zhang Weiping can't quite tell the difference between big and small kings. It's better to distinguish between business and personal relationships."

Tian Xiaole kindly reminded him that whether or not Zhang Yimou listened was up to him.

When he and Zhang Weiping fell out, and he tallied up the accounts, he realized that after years of cooperation, he only received ten million.

This completely shocked the industry.

This is Zhang Yimou, a renowned director who hasn't lost money since the turn of the millennium. He's practically cheaper than African laborers.

"The Berlin Film Festival nominations have been announced. I wish you good luck in winning one."

Zhang Yimou didn't dwell on the matter; a collaboration of more than ten years couldn't be severed so easily.

"I'm really looking forward to it myself."

Tian Xiaole nodded; he had said all he needed to say.

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The award ceremony was hosted by He Jiong and Xie Nan.

The first award presented was for a new actress who emerged last year, which was won by Bai Bing.

The drama "Myth" premiered on CCTV and quickly rose to the top of the national viewership ratings after only three days.

Bai Bing's portrayal of Princess Yu Shu has sparked considerable discussion, especially her stunning period costume.

Following that, twenty awards were presented in one go, including Most Improved Actor, Breakthrough Actor, Newcomer Singer, and Newcomer Singer.

Everyone knows that pork is divided, but it's rare to see a pig divided into so many portions.

We will try our best to ensure that all the cast, actors, and singers who attend receive an award.

After a short interlude, the prestigious awards were presented.

The title of most popular singer in mainland China went to Li Yuchun, whose new album sales steadily surpassed those of Zhang Liangying.

Jay Chou won the Most Popular Singer in Hong Kong and Taiwan, and despite not releasing an album last year, he still dominated the votes.

The Most Popular Actor of the Year award went to Luo Jin.

The Most Popular Actress of the Year award went to Fan Binbin.

When the names were announced, some people were happy while others were sad. For example, Cai Yinong was grinning from ear to ear.

In the Weibo King poll, Hu Ge came from behind to win because of the popularity of the TV series "The Myth".

Li Binbin, with a dark expression, presented him with the Best Action Actress award, which sounded rather undeserved.

Last year's best drama series was "My Love from the Star".

Xue Xiaolu led Liu Yifei, Qiao Zhenyu, and Wang Luodan onto the stage to receive their awards.

Looking at the trophy on the stage, Cai Yinong couldn't help but feel a little disappointed. Even if it were just dividing up pork, she would have wanted to get a few more pieces.

"My Love from the Star" was too strong, creating a huge impact in Asia. "Chinese Paladin 3" deserved to lose.

Last year's Best Picture was undoubtedly Pacific Rim.

Tian Xiaole led the main cast and crew onto the stage to receive the award, which was presented by Zhang Yimou. This made Director Chen in the audience turn pale.

Zhang Yimou is just a photographer, why should he be allowed to present an award?

The award should mainly go to Tian Xiaole; ​​only he, as the director who won the Palme d'Or, deserves it.

Tian Xiaole gave a routine thank you speech, took the opportunity to promote the upcoming film "Painted Skin 2" which will be released during the Spring Festival, and then ended his speech.

The main cast members went offstage with the trophy, while Tian Xiaole remained on stage, receiving an envelope from a staff member.

If the camera zooms in on his face, you can see the corners of his mouth are turned up, and he's smiling.

"Next, I will present the Best Director award..."

Whoosh~

Whoosh~

The audience erupted in noise, with many believing the award should have gone to Tian Xiaole. Unexpectedly, he went to present the award himself, leaving the audience in suspense.

Cough~
Tian Xiaole cleared his throat and read out the name on the card: "The winner of the Best Director award is—Director Chen Kaige, congratulations!"

Wow!
Wow!
The audience responded with enthusiastic applause.

Director Chen was stunned for a moment, but quickly realized that Tian Xiaole was being modest, or perhaps he was better off with himself.

With renowned directors like Zhang Yimou, Tian Zhuangzhuang, and Jiang Wen participating, awarding this prize to him is a step ahead of them.

"Uncle Chen, congratulations."

Tian Xiaole presented the trophy with both hands, and Director Chen smiled and nodded, then vacated the podium.

"The movie 'Mei Lanfang'... You can all look forward to my new film, the period epic 'The Orphan of Zhao'!"

The event reached its climax with the presentation of the final awards for male and female actors.

Many actors' eyes frequently swept over Tang Yan, barring any unforeseen circumstances...

"Sister Yan, you should be Queen."

"That's not necessarily true. Let's keep a low profile."

Tang Yan smiled and waved her hand, feeling a sense of shame at receiving an award from her own company.

Not far away, Fan Binbin looked at Tang Yan, who was smiling radiantly, and her beautiful eyebrows furrowed slightly.

Does Tian Xiaole like this kind of carefree person?
Sitting in the second-to-last row, Yang Mi held the Best Newcomer Award trophy in her hand, feeling a mix of emotions.

When will I be able to sit in the front row? When will I win the grand prize and become the center of attention?

Looking at the tall, straight back of that man in the first row, she made a decision.

Da da da……

Gong Li, wearing high heels, arrived at the awards stage, holding an envelope in her hand.

She raised the microphone and said, "It's an honor for me to present the final grand prize... Without further ado, I'll announce it directly."

Gong Li opened the envelope and saw the name she had guessed on it, a slight smile appearing on her lips.

"At the first Weibo Awards Ceremony, the Weibo King is awarded to Hu Ge. Congratulations!"

The person who has been awarded the Weibo Queen title is Tang Yan. Congratulations!

Wow!
Wow!
Inside the venue, thunderous applause erupted, and fans in the stands chanted the names of the two.

"Thank you, Sister Li."

Tang Yan jogged onto the stage and hugged Gong Li.

Hu Ge waited quietly to the side, and after the two finished exchanging pleasantries, he bowed slightly and said:

"Thank you, Ms. Gong Li, for presenting me with this award."

"They're all good actors, keep it up!" Gong Li said with a smile, offering encouragement.

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The highly anticipated Weibo Awards ceremony has come to an end.

The award-winning film crew and actors quickly dominated the trending topics.

Netizens have expressed some reservations about the awards, believing they lack rigor and authority, and that there are too many awards.

When Huang Jixin came to report to Tian Xiaole, he also mentioned this point.

"Adopt what is useful, and value the opinions of netizens."

"Okay, I'll have the logistics department collect it."

Huang Jixin opened the report in his hand, his hands still trembling slightly despite having weathered many storms.

"The successful hosting of the Weibo Awards Ceremony added 40 million active users, with 800 million live stream viewers and a peak of 23 million concurrent viewers..."

Such impressive data indicates that the event achieved its objectives.

While preventing Sina Weibo from expanding and defending its territory, it also dealt it a blow.

"Remove the words 'entertainment' and call it 'microblog' from now on."

"Okay, I'll go and post the announcement right away."

Huang Jixin was very excited. Changing his name was a way of announcing to the public that he would be the only Weibo account from now on.

This would be a formal declaration of war against the other factions, a battle to see who emerges victorious. (End of Chapter)