The Common Man's Return in Chinese Entertainment

Chapter 142 The Little Stick Who's Good at Hype

Facing the various gazes from the audience, Xu Ke smiled and gestured to Jin Suyan next to Ji Qingxu, "Everyone, don't neglect our international friends. Suyan, say hello to everyone."

"Hello everyone, I'm Kim So-yeon, it's nice to meet you all."

Although Kim So-yeon's Chinese wasn't very fluent, everyone could still understand what she was saying.

The reporters in the audience gave them a warm round of applause.

"Ms. Kim So-yeon, is this your first time filming in China?"

Hearing the reporters' questions, Kim So-yeon looked at Ji Qingxu with a blank expression. Noticing Xu Ke's mischievous smile, Ji Qingxu smiled and leaned close to Kim So-yeon's ear to translate.

"Yes, this is my first time filming in China. I'm very happy. I've always wanted to come to China, and this time my dream has finally come true."

After Kim So-yeon finished speaking, Ji Qingxu translated it into Chinese and repeated it.

"You and Ji Qingxu seem to be quite familiar with each other. Do you two have many scenes together in this drama?"

"Yes, we have a lot of scenes together."

Did you know Ji Qingxu before?

"Yes, I know him. Qingxu is very famous in our area."

As Ji Qingxu translated, he couldn't help but glance at Kim So-yeon. A reporter in the audience, hearing Ji Qingxu's translation, asked curiously, "Is Mr. Ji Qingxu quite famous in South Korea?"

Kim So-yeon nodded with a smile, "Yes, the drama 'My Love in the Capital,' which aired on KBS earlier this year, was very popular in South Korea. The male lead, Chung-hee, is quite popular there."

Upon hearing these flattering words, Ji Qingxu's eyelids twitched. "Beijing, My Love" aired on South Korea's KBS television station in early May this year, with a premiere rating of 10% and a peak rating of 20%. If this number were in China, it would definitely be a huge hit, but in South Korea, this number wouldn't even rank in the top 20, let alone the top 10 of the year.

"Dae Jang Geum," which aired last September, achieved a premiere viewership rating of over 25% and a peak rating of 57.8%. "Stairway to Heaven," which aired last December, achieved a peak rating of 42%. "Lovers in Paris," which aired this June, achieved a premiere viewership rating of 24% and a peak rating of 57.4%.

However, Kim So-yeon wasn't entirely lying. According to the message Han Chae-young sent to Ji Qingxu, although "The Capital, My Love" wasn't as popular as those blockbuster dramas, the characters played by Ji Qingxu and Sun Feifei had gained some recognition in South Korea. Han Chae-young was particularly annoyed that the characters played by the two Chinese were more popular than the characters played by her and An Chil-hyun, who were both South Koreans.

"Really, Ms. Kim So-yeon? Ji Qingxu is very popular on your side?"

"That's right, I got to know him through this TV series, and he even has a fan club in our area. Many fans are asking about him, and everyone is looking forward to his next film or television series."

Yes, Kim So-yeon is right. Han Chae-young told Ji Qingxu that some fans had formed a fan club for him. Of course, there weren't many people in the fan club, and they were only temporarily attracted by Ji Qingxu's looks. If there were no subsequent works, the fan club would probably disband soon. Such fan clubs are common in South Korea, so they are not particularly rare.

"Mr. Ji Qingxu, do you have any intention of developing your career in South Korea?"

Upon hearing this question, Ji Qingxu shook his head. "Not yet, but if the opportunity arises, who knows?"

"Ms. Kim So-yeon, what are your impressions of Ji Qingxu?"

Ji Qingxu glanced at the reporter who asked the question, then translated it to Kim So-yeon. After he finished speaking, he saw Kim So-yeon look at him shyly, then cover her cheeks and say, "He's very handsome, a very manly person."

Seeing the woman's expression, the reporters below became excited.

"If Mr. Ji Qingxu were to confess his feelings to you, would you accept?"

"Hey reporter, don't talk nonsense, this is a legitimate film crew."

When everyone saw that Ji Qingxu answered the question directly without asking Kim So-yeon, they burst into laughter.

"Mr. Ji Qingxu, what are your impressions of Kim So-yeon?"

Ji Qingxu said with a smile, "Not bad."

"Have you ever considered developing a long-distance relationship?"

"Hey reporter, do you not respect me as the director? How dare you encourage actors to date in front of me? Let me tell you, if this affects the filming, I'll make trouble for you. Next, let's interview Lu Yi."

With Xu Ke's witty remarks, the reporter's attention shifted to Lu Yi.

Seeing that Kim So-yeon was staring at him, Ji Qingxu smiled and explained. Kim So-yeon nodded, a hint of regret appearing on her face at just the right moment.

Seeing this, Ji Qingxu smiled but didn't say anything. Korean female celebrities are indeed good at creating hype. If he was right, the photos of him and Kim So-yeon whispering to each other while answering reporters' questions would appear in major newspapers and magazines tomorrow.

Ji Qingxu and Kim So-yeon's secret meeting at the press conference: their sweet whispers are irresistible.

Ji Qingxu and Jin Suyan flirt off-screen, whispering to each other as if no one else is around.

Ji Qingxu seduces a Korean actress, whispering in her ear at a press conference.

Ignoring the gaze of the entire audience, Ji Qingxu openly flirts with a Korean actress.

Thinking of these headlines, Ji Qingxu's eyelids twitched involuntarily.

"Brother Han, do you think Ji Qingxu might get together with this Korean actress..."

Looking at the gesture made by his assistant, Han Bingjiang, sitting in the audience, chuckled and said, "Who knows? But let's stay on set for a while and see how things go. Based on their answers to the questions just now, I estimate that the two of them will have a lot of scenes together."

"Damn, how come Ji Qingxu is so popular with women wherever he goes, even Korean actresses are no exception?"

Hearing this, Han Bingjiang said with amusement, "Don't overestimate Korean actresses. Their private lives are much more chaotic than ours."

"Brother Han, have you been to South Korea?"

"Well, I've been there a few times, so I know the area fairly well. It's hard to say who's getting the better deal between the two of them, but I just observed carefully, and it seems that Ji Qingxu isn't very interested in this Korean actress."

"Could it be an act?"

"Maybe."

While the reporters below were discussing Ji Qingxu, Zhang Jingchu, who was standing on the stage, kept glancing at Ji Qingxu out of the corner of his eye. He saw Jin Suyan occasionally leaning close to Ji Qingxu and saying something, looking shy. He couldn't help but twitch the corner of his mouth and think, "What a slut."

However, seeing the two whispering to each other in the middle, Zhang Jingchu felt a pang of envy. She wished she could be in that position. After glancing at the imposing Ji Qingxu, Zhang Jingchu turned her attention to the actor who was being interviewed.

When it reached 11:30, the press conference for "Seven Swords" officially ended.

The media reporters below, under the arrangement of the crew, headed to the banquet hall to eat and drink, while the members of the "Seven Swords" crew went into a private room.

After finishing their meal and drinks, everyone returned to their hotel rooms to pack their luggage and head to the airport. Tomorrow, the official opening ceremony for "Seven Swords" will be held at the foot of the Tianshan Mountains in Xinjiang Province to officially begin filming.

The crew of "The Little Fish and the Flower Without Flaws" at the Huairou Film and Television Base in Beijing.

"Bullshitting!"

Seeing Fan Xiaopang looking at the newspaper with a disgusted expression as he said this, his assistant Xiaoli stuck out her tongue and remained silent.

"Give me the phone."

Upon hearing Fan Xiaopang's signal, Xiaoli quickly handed over her phone, while cautiously sticking her head out.

"Oh, you answered the phone so quickly? I didn't bother you, did I... Get lost, you're the one who's out of your mind... Watch out, if I find out, I'll teach you a lesson... Detective my foot, I don't have time, I'm about to start filming my next TV series... 'The First Water of Heaven,' a historical biographical drama written and directed by Huang Lei... No, I'm the second female lead, the female lead is Ma Yili... Oh well, what can I do, she has a director boyfriend... Hehe, I'm not mocking you, I'm just stating the facts..."

"You bastard, are you trying to dump me? Let me tell you, no way... Humph, fine, fine, that's it."

After hanging up the phone, Fan Xiaopang glanced sideways at his assistant, who had a gossipy look on his face, and asked, "Was it good?"

Assistant Xiaoli chuckled, her eyes darting around. "Sister Bing, do you think this Korean woman has a crush on Brother Qingxu?"

Fan Xiaopang snorted, "So what if you like it? You can see it but you can't have it."

Seeing his assistant's hesitant expression, Fan Xiaopang smiled but didn't explain. Although he hadn't been to the scene, he could tell from the photos in the newspaper that Ji Qingxu wasn't interested in this Korean actress named Kim So-yeon.

Having known Ji Qingxu for over a year, Fan Xiaopang knew him quite well. This bastard might be a womanizer, but he wasn't interested in just any woman.

However, upon glancing at the group photo of the film crew in the newspaper, Fan Xiaopang raised an eyebrow, stared at Zhang Jingchu's face for a while, and then turned to look out the window. It seems that Gao Yuanyuan is also filming in Huairou.

The cast and crew of "Fireworks in March".

Gao Yuanyuan, who had just finished applying makeup, stared at the "Seven Swords" news in the newspaper for a while. When she caught sight of Ji Qingxu and Jin Suyan's "sweet photo," she couldn't help but roll her eyes.

That stinky Qingxu, all he does all day is attract attention and flirt.

"Yuanyuan, are you alright?"

"I'm fine."

Seeing Hao Lei looking at her with concern, Gao Yuanyuan was taken aback for a moment, then smiled and shook her head, "I'm fine."

Hao Lei glanced at the newspaper in her hand and said with a smile, "These reporters just love to make things up."

Upon hearing this, Gao Yuanyuan snorted and said, "That's hard to say."

Hearing this, Hao Lei carefully examined Gao Yuanyuan's face and said, "Yuanyuan, why don't you call him and ask? It's best for couples to clarify any issues in person, otherwise, some misunderstandings can become very troublesome if they aren't explained clearly."

Faced with Hao Lei's suggestion, Gao Yuanyuan was about to say something when she suddenly remembered what happened between her and Deng Chao. She paused, then smiled and said, "It's really nothing. Qingxu... him, Sister Hao Lei, what do you think of Qingxu? Do you feel a good impression of him at first sight?"

"...Um, you mean...?"

Gao Yuanyuan patted the newspaper helplessly. "That bastard is tall and handsome. I bet most women would be attracted to him. I'd be driven crazy if I had to worry about him every day."

Hearing this, Hao Lei's face showed a hint of surprise. What did that mean? So open-minded? Glancing at the man in the photo, Hao Lei didn't ask any more questions and said with a smile, "Let's go, let's go to the film set."

"it is good."

Glancing at Hao Lei beside her, and recalling the surprise on her face just now, Gao Yuanyuan sighed inwardly. This bastard, I wonder when he'll ever settle down.

As for the "intimate" news about Ji Qingxu and Jin Suyan in the newspaper, Gao Yuanyuan didn't take it to heart. A small-time Korean actress is no threat. Even if something really happened, as long as she doesn't see it, it's fine. The most threatening person now is that woman Fan Xiaopang. Thinking that the woman is also filming at the Huairou base, Gao Yuanyuan couldn't help but glance into the distance.

On September 1st, at the foot of the Tianshan Mountains, the crew of "Seven Swords" held a simple opening ceremony before officially commencing filming.

Action!

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Master Huiming...

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Ji Qingxu stood outside the film set, carefully observing Li Ming and Ma Jingwu, who were performing on set.

I haven't watched many of the films and TV series starring Li Ming, except for "Sweet Honey", "Mei Lanfang" and "Infernal Affairs 3". Oh, right, I also have a vague impression of "God of Gamblers 3".

The roles of Li Xiaojun in "Sweet Honey", Mei Lanfang in "Mei Lanfang", and Yang Jinrong in "Infernal Affairs 3" prove that Li Ming is not just a pretty face. Ji Qingxu wants to see how good this "Four Heavenly Kings" really is.

"Cut!"

"Leon, be a little more anxious, a little more tense, you're too relaxed."

Seeing Xu Ke gesture to Li Ming, Ji Qingxu smiled and glanced at Ma Jingwu sitting on the other side. This old man was really awesome, giving the Heavenly King a taste of his own medicine right from the start. However, in Ji Qingxu's opinion, Li Ming's performance just now was indeed a bit lacking, and even disappointed him a little. It was a bit too exaggerated and superficial.