This director is so innocent.

"This two million is the initial revenue share. After the film is released, there will be a share of the box office revenue. It will also be released in Hong Kong, and there are other copyrights such as DVDs."

I estimate you'll end up with at least four million.

At this point, Ning Hao paused, sighed, and said, "I really envy you. If I had known it was this profitable, I would have invested some too."

He made "Stone" purely out of love for it, and only earned 30,000 yuan in director's fees.

It makes me angry just thinking about it.

But there's no medicine for regret in this world.

Ning Hao has some money. When filming the original timeline of "Stone" went on, the budget was exceeded and they ran out of money. He sold everything he owned and borrowed money to raise 500,000 yuan.

Su Jin smiled and said, "Don't sigh, this meal is on me."

"Of course! Otherwise, why would I call you here?"

"Hahaha……"

After chatting for a while, Ning Hao suddenly asked, "Are you free after the movie is released?"

"what?"

"Let's do some promotion!"

"I only played a minor supporting role, why do I need to go and promote it?" Su Jin was a little puzzled.

He never intended to act in "Stone" in the first place. There was no way around it; he was too handsome and simply not suited for comedy, nor did he have the comedic talent.

Later, Ning Hao said that since he was free anyway, he might as well go and have some fun, and he could even be the one to direct the filming, so he went.

After he went there, they tricked him into participating in the film.

Xie Xiaomeng and Sanbao choose one.

Xie Xiaomeng was too sleazy, and there were many scenes that tarnished her image, so Sanbao was chosen.

These three treasures are Guo Tao's underlings, the ones who later went to Beijing to claim their prizes.

"I can't help it, you're the most famous person in our crew besides Guo Tao and Xu Guangtou."

That's true. It should be said that apart from Xu Guangtou, Guo Tao is not as famous as him.

He is very famous among middle school students because he surpasses Han Han and Guo Jingming.

As those high school students graduated, they gained some fame among university students.

He is not as famous as Xu Guangtou because "Spring Bright Pigsy" was a huge hit.

Back then, everyone who watched TV dramas knew about Pigsy (Zhu Bajie).

"I'm sorry, I'm busy. I've taken on a film project, and filming starts the day after tomorrow."

Ning Hao was taken aback for a moment upon hearing this, and asked, "What kind of film? Can I take leave?"

"No, I'm the lead actor, the play belongs to Zhao Baogang."

"Zhao Baogang's play, and you, a recent graduate, can get the lead role?" Ning Hao looked at Su Jin in surprise, his face full of disbelief.

He knew Zhao Baogang; he was one of the top directors in the television industry, having directed many classic TV series, such as "Yearning," "Addiction," and "Never Close Your Eyes."

"Maybe Zhao Baogang thought I was too handsome, so he gave me the lead role."

"hehe……"

"Okay! To be honest, this TV series is adapted from my novel, and I also contributed half of the investment."

Upon hearing this, Ning Hao immediately understood.

It turns out they used underhanded tactics.

He knew it! No matter how much Zhao Baogang has declined in recent years, he would never let a recent graduate take center stage.

In recent years, several dramas produced by Dagangzi have had low ratings. Last year's "Paris Fairy Tale" and "Anita Mui" both had relatively low ratings, especially "Paris Fairy Tale," which failed to be broadcast on satellite TV...

It's past nine o'clock, time to leave.

Before leaving, Su Jin asked, "Would you like me to order you each a cup of tea?"

"Your sister-in-law is still waiting for me at home," Ning Hao said irritably.

Upon hearing Ning Hao's refusal, Su Jin turned her gaze to Du Jie.

Du Jie rubbed his hands together sheepishly and whispered, "Give me a drink!"

"OK."

Su Jin took out her phone, dialed the hotel manager's number, reserved a room, and then called the tea merchant.

After hanging up the phone, I told Du Jie the hotel name and room number.

Du Jie thanked him and quickly left.

Ning Hao watched Du Jie's retreating figure and said, "Don't serve him tea anymore. I'm afraid he might end up in jail one day."

"Okay." Su Jin nodded casually, not taking it seriously.

Du Jie is a very good photographer and a good person. If he becomes a director in the future, we can call him over to help out.

I called a designated driver to take Ning Hao back first, and then went back to the courtyard house.

……

The next night, it was drinking again, this time it was a dinner party for the film crew.

Generally, before filming begins, the production crew will gather the actors together for a meal so that everyone can get to know each other.

According to Ding Xin, a very important person has also come this time.

Before even entering the private room, Su Jin could hear laughter coming from inside.

The laughter inside abruptly stopped as soon as the door to the private room was pushed open.

Su Jin glanced around and saw a large round table, which was packed with people.

Da Gangzi and Ding Xin sat in the middle.

Commander Ma sat on the left side of Dagangzi.

Next to her was Wang Jinghua, known as the top agent in the Chinese entertainment industry. It seems she was the big shot Ding Xin was referring to tonight.

Wang Jinghua left Huayi last summer, taking half of the stars with her, and joined Chengtian.

This incident caused a huge uproar, with media reporters spreading alarmist rumors that Huayi was about to go bankrupt.

The two kings were furious because the IPO was delayed.

Next to Wang Jinghua is Li Xiaolu, and next to her is a emblem.

Commander Ma, Li Xiaolu, and Wen Zhang are all people affiliated with Wang Jinghua.

Ge Meimei, Luo Jin, and Zhou Xiaoou sat next to Ding Xin in turn.

The two groups were clearly separated, each sitting in their own area.

"I'm sorry, there was a traffic jam on the way," Su Jin said apologetically.

These people are real dogs!

It was supposed to start at 7 o'clock, and it's only 6:35 now, but everyone's already here, making it seem like he's late.

"It's alright, we just arrived early." Ding Xin came to Su Jin's side and said loudly, "Let me introduce you all, this is Su Jin, our main character, playing Lu Tao."

"Come, let me introduce them to you."

Ding Xin led Su Jin to a middle-aged woman and said, "This is Wang Jinghua."

"Hello, Teacher Wang," Su Jin said politely.

In the entertainment industry, if you don't know how to address someone, just call them "teacher," and you can't go wrong.

Wang Jinghua looked at Su Jin with shining eyes. She was so beautiful. She was the most beautiful actress she had ever seen in her more than ten years in the industry, without a doubt.

"Su Jin, have you signed with a company?"

Su Jin was all too familiar with Wang Jinghua's gaze; every manager who saw him looked at him with that same expression.

Therefore, he directly refused, saying, "I'm sorry, Mr. Wang, I've already signed with a company."

Upon hearing this, Wang Jinghua secretly regretted it. If Su Jin had signed with her, she dared to guarantee that he would become a top-tier domestic star in three years and a top superstar in five years.

Even for international superstars, it's not impossible.