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Chapter 155 Zhou Yiwei is shocked; he's risen to the top in one step!

"no problem!"

"As long as it's needed for filming, everything is negotiable!"

Upon hearing Lü Ming's words, Zhang Songwen agreed almost without hesitation.

Putting aside the fact that Zhang Songwen has his own requirements for acting and has no objection to gaining weight to fit the role.

Besides, given Zhang Songwen's current status in the industry, he has no right to say anything about Lü Ming's demands.

Let alone being given a supporting role as the second male lead, Zhang Songwen wouldn't have any objections even if it were just a minor supporting role with some screen time.

"That's good!"

After hearing Zhang Songwen's answer, Lü Ming on the other end of the phone nodded.

If Zhang Songwen is willing to gain weight, then that's good news for the filming of the entire "Candle in the Tomb: The Lost City".

Lu Ming continued, "Then I'll have my men send you an audition invitation later!"

Although Lü Ming had some confidence in Zhang Songwen's acting skills, he still needed to let Gangzi and the others see such a big decision. Otherwise, they were still a little worried about Lü Ming giving such an important role to Zhang Songwen, a nobody in the entertainment industry.

"no problem!"

Upon hearing Lü Ming's words, Zhang Songwen on the other end of the phone couldn't contain his excitement and quickly spoke up. Then, as if he had thought of something, Zhang Songwen hesitated for a moment before finally asking Lü Ming, "Mr. Lü, may I ask why you chose me?"

Upon hearing Lü Ming's words, Zhang Songwen knew that as long as he didn't encounter any problems during his audition, he should have no problem getting the role.

Although Zhang Songwen was very happy to be chosen by Lü Ming, he still had some doubts deep down. Why would Lü Ming choose someone as unknown in the entertainment industry as him to play such an important role?

You know, Zhang Songwen isn't ugly, but in the entertainment industry full of handsome men and beautiful women, he's definitely not considered a top-tier handsome man, and he's not exactly young either.

Given the current popularity of Lü Ming's "Candle in the Tomb: The Lost City," even if a second-tier male star were chosen to play the second male lead, no one would refuse.

If the relationship between Zhang Songwen and Lü Ming is indeed unusual, then there might be some explanations.

However, Zhang Songwen knew perfectly well that he had no relationship with Lü Ming. In fact, before today, the two had never even met, let alone known each other.

Therefore, Zhang Songwen really didn't know why Lü Ming knew him, let alone chose him to play the role of the second male lead in "Candle in the Tomb: The Lost City".

"It's nothing, I just think your acting is pretty good!" Lü Ming chuckled.

He didn't explain anything, but just casually mentioned that he had seen some of the roles the actor had played and thought the actor's acting skills were quite good.

Listening to Lü Ming's explanations, Zhang Songwen felt they were somewhat far-fetched, but he had no choice but to believe them.

After all, what Lü Ming said was the only connection Zhang Songwen could imagine. Perhaps it was his past performance that moved Lü Ming.

"Thank you for your trust. I will definitely live up to your expectations!"

Zhang Songwen expressed his gratitude to Lü Ming on the other end of the phone, his face showing a touch of emotion.

Before receiving the call from Lü Ming today, Zhang Songwen never imagined that such an incredible opportunity would fall into his lap.

This is a drama series that has become a hit online even before it has been filmed!
Let alone the second male lead, he never even dared to imagine being the second male lead who could show his face and say a few lines.

Now, he has almost secured the role of the second male lead in "Candle in the Tomb: The Lost City," and Zhang Songwen has no doubt about it.

After all, Lü Ming is not only the actor who played the male lead in "Candle in the Tomb: The Lost City", but also the creator and project leader of "Candle in the Tomb: The Lost City". Almost everyone knows that Lü Ming can decide who plays the role with just one sentence.

Now that he has gained Lü Ming's approval, as long as there are no problems during the audition, he has almost become the second male lead in "Candle in the Tomb: The Lost City".

Zhang Songwen is quite confident in his acting skills. After all these years of honing his craft, his acting skills, while not among the best in the entertainment industry, are definitely those of a veteran actor.

"See you in a few days!"

"Ok!"

After hanging up the phone, Zhang Songwen, who was in the training office, couldn't help but raise his arms and shout.

For Zhang Songwen, who had been struggling in the entertainment industry for over a decade and was still just a minor actor playing bit parts, he clearly understood how important this opportunity was to him.

As long as the movie "Candle in the Tomb: The Lost City" is filmed well, even if the performance is not outstanding, the popularity will definitely increase significantly.

Thinking of this, Zhang Songwen first called the teacher who had taught Nazha at the Beijing Film Academy to express his gratitude and hoped that she could convey his thanks to Nazha. Then, he turned down a minor role in a film crew that he had recently agreed to.

After all, compared to the second male lead in "Candle in the Tomb: The Lost City", a minor role in an ordinary film crew is really not worth mentioning.

After finishing all of this, Zhang Songwen, still somewhat excited, thought for a moment and then called his longtime friend Zhou Yiwei, asking him to come out for drinks.

Why drink alcohol so early?

After hearing Zhang Songwen's words, Zhou Yiwei muttered a few complaints and then went to the tavern that Zhang Songwen had mentioned.

"Tell me, what happened?"

Seeing Zhang Songwen sitting across from him, drinking heavily, someone sat down opposite him and asked him a question.

Zhou Yiwei and Zhang Songwen have known each other for many years; calling them best friends is no exaggeration.

On Monday, Wei Tai understood Zhang Songwen better. Although the two of them would have a drink together when they had nothing to do, this was the first time she had seen them drinking so heavily like this.

Something must have happened!

"I still have a few hundred thousand on hand. If you need it, just take it and use it!"

Zhou Yiwei picked up the wine glass beside him, took a small sip, and then, without the slightest hesitation, said to Zhang Songwen.

Compared to Zhang Songwen, Zhou Yiwei is doing slightly better in the industry, after all, he also has a classic role that says "I need more money!" However, he is definitely not comparable to those big stars, and he only has this much money left.

"No!" Upon hearing Zhou Yiwei's words, Zhang Songwen finally came to his senses and quickly waved his hand, saying to his good friend, "I haven't encountered any difficulties, it's just that I still can't quite believe it!"

"That's good!"

Zhou Yiwei had just breathed a sigh of relief, but upon seeing Zhang Songwen's slightly excited expression, he couldn't help but ask curiously, "What happened to you? You seem so dazed."

Do you know the novel "Candle in the Tomb: The Lost City"?

After hearing Zhou Yiwei's question, Zhang Songwen did not rush to answer, but instead asked Zhou Yiwei a question.

"I must know!"

"I'm not blind, how could I not see what was happening!"

Zhou Yiwei said casually, "What? You got a role in it?"

Hearing Zhang Songwen's question and seeing his somewhat excited expression, Zhou Yiwei seemed to have guessed something and asked Zhang Songwen with some curiosity.

Compared to Zhang Songwen, Zhou Yiwei knew a little more, including what it would mean to be able to play a role in the film.

"Hahaha, you'd never guess!"

Seeing his good brother's curious expression, he didn't keep him in suspense any longer. Instead, he waved to Zhou Yiwei, who was standing to the side, and waited until Zhou Yiwei got closer before speaking to him.

"I rely on!"

"Male No. 2?"

Upon hearing Zhang Songwen's words, Zhou Yiwei jumped up in shock, staring at Zhang Songwen in disbelief.

If he hadn't known Zhang Songwen to some extent and understood that the other party wouldn't joke around with him in these situations, Zhou Yiwei would probably have thought that Zhang Songwen was still half asleep.

When Zhou Yiwei saw Zhang Songwen's excited expression, he thought that Zhang Songwen might have gotten a role in "Candle in the Tomb: The Lost City". However, at the time, Zhou Yiwei thought that Zhang Songwen had gotten a minor role where he could show his face, or at most a minor supporting role.

At the time, Zhou Yiwei considered this to be extremely lucky.

Given the immense popularity of "Candle in the Tomb: The Lost City," even a minor supporting role would be an incredible opportunity for Zhang Songwen, as he was well aware of the fierce competition for such roles.

However, Zhou Yiwei never expected that Zhang Songwen would actually get the role of the second male lead, and that Lü Ming would even call to inform him personally.

If it were someone else calling, Zhou Wei might be a little worried, since it's just a notification now.

But this call came personally from Lü Ming. Everyone in the industry knows that Lü Ming is the true power behind the "Candle in the Tomb: The Lost City" production team. Once Lü Ming makes a decision, even iQiyi and Tencent Video won't have any objections.

Now that Zhang Songwen has been chosen by Lü Ming, it means that the role of the 'second male lead' is almost guaranteed.

As for auditions, Zhou Yiwei wasn't worried.

Others may not know their good brother Zhang Songwen well, and may just think that he is just a nobody in the industry, but Zhou Yiwei knows his good brother’s strength clearly. His acting skills are definitely not bad in the entire entertainment industry.

My good brother has plenty of ability, he just needs an opportunity.

And now, such an opportunity has been presented to Zhang Songwen.

Although Zhou Yiwei felt a pang of jealousy when he first heard Zhang Songwen say that he had landed the role of the second male lead in "Candle in the Tomb: The Lost City," he quickly shook off those feelings and was genuinely happy for Zhang Songwen.

"You've hit the jackpot!"

Zhou Yiwei poured himself a glass of wine and said to Zhang Songwen with a happy expression. Then, as if he remembered something, he couldn't help but ask Zhang Songwen with his curiosity, "When did you meet Lü Ming? How come I didn't know?"

Given Zhang Songwen's level of fame within the industry, aside from his friends and acquaintances, probably very few people know him.

Therefore, in Zhou Yiwei's view, it must be because Zhang Songwen and Lü Ming had known each other for a long time that Lü Ming gave the role of the 'second male lead' to Zhang Songwen. Otherwise, Zhou Yiwei really couldn't figure out why Lü Ming would give such an important role to his good brother.

"I really don't know him!"

Zhang Songwen also looked puzzled and then told Zhou Yiwei the explanations that Lü Ming had given him earlier.

"you."

Upon hearing Zhang Songwen's words, Zhou Yiwei was stunned for a moment, then said to his good friend with some emotion, "We're just so lucky!"

It's important to know that there are countless minor actors like Zhang Songwen in the entertainment industry. Most people can only slowly work their way up in the industry, and only one in a hundred can become a big-name actor. Not to mention someone like Zhang Songwen, who was noticed by Lü Ming because of his previous performance and went from an ordinary extra to the second male lead in a top-tier production.

It wouldn't be an exaggeration to say that he achieved instant success.

Even though Zhou Yiwei and Zhang Songwen had such a good relationship, Zhou Yiwei still couldn't help feeling a little jealous when he heard the news.

Not to mention that once this news gets out, the actors and celebrities outside will probably be green with envy.

"I didn't expect that either!"

Zhang Songwen scratched his head, a rare,憨憨 (simple and honest) smile appearing on his face.

Zhang Songwen would only act this way in front of his best friends; he would never show this side of himself in front of outsiders.

"If you ever become successful, don't forget your good brother!"

On Monday, Wei patted Zhang Songwen on the shoulder and said with some emotion on his face.

Don't be fooled by the fact that he's much more famous than his good friend now, and has even made a name for himself in the film industry. Although he can't compare to those top-tier male actors, he can still be considered a second-tier male actor. Most importantly, he has the added bonus of a captivating role.

Even so, Zhou Yiwei knew that he was about to fall behind his good brother.

Even without waiting for the release of "Candle in the Tomb: The Lost City", just the news of Zhang Songwen playing the second male lead will likely generate a massive amount of buzz and make him an instant star.

(End of this chapter)