Huayu Entertainment: The Birth of a Succubus Top Star

The crew of "Give Me Your Dazzle" had just finished filming the scene of their first encounter at the party. The set was being set up and repaired. Gu Zhiyan was sitting next to the monitor, patiently explaining the details of Xu Yan's micro-expressions to Da Tiantian. The two of them looked down at the playback and discussed the logic of their performances in a low voice.

There was nothing they could do; Gu Zhiyan was the most powerful person in the production team, and the director had to accommodate some of his requests.

However, Gu Zhiyan has always had a good reputation and has never made any excessive demands.

Moreover, with Gu Zhiyan guiding Jing Tian, ​​he was happy to relax. A good film would also benefit him as the director.

After security cleared the way, a striking figure walked slowly through the film set fence; it was Cheng Xiao, known as the "Human Barbie."

She came to Beijing to attend the Genki Forest Music Festival. Before even registering for the festival, she rushed over to visit the set.

Da Tiantian was the first to look up and see her, and immediately stood up with a smile and waved: "Xiaoxiao, what brings you here?"

Cheng Xiao quickly stepped forward, first hugging and exchanging pleasantries with Jing Tian, ​​then her gaze fell on Gu Zhiyan, her eyes full of tenderness: "Sister Tian, ​​I came to Beijing to participate in the Genki Forest Music Festival. I knew you were filming here, so I came over."

Gu Zhiyan closed the meticulously annotated script in her hand, a gentle smile on her lips: "Perfect timing to sit down and rest, and take a look at the filming set of our domineering CEO drama."

After distributing the snacks and drinks she brought during her visit to the crew, including the production assistants and makeup artists, Cheng Xiao sat quietly behind the monitor and watched the footage that had just been filmed.

After watching Gu Zhiyan's portrayal of Shen Haoming, her eyes lit up: "So handsome! Brother Xiaoyan, you acted so well. I always thought that domineering CEO roles were easy to play in a greasy and exaggerated way, but yours is completely different. All the oppressive feeling is contained in your restrained demeanor. You are calm and collected, but the tension is full."

Xiao Yan is the most handsome and the most amazing!

Although her acting skills aren't great, she's acted in quite a few dramas over the years and has been working hard to learn, so she at least has a discerning eye.

Gu Zhiyan smiled and said, "It's just a change in performance approach. Shen Haoming's arrogance is never deliberately flamboyant, but rather an instinctive alienation that comes from his social class and experience."

"Xiaoxiao, what do you think of my acting? Give me your feedback."

Da Tian Tian's face was practically screaming, "Praise me! Praise me!"

Cheng Xiao laughed and said, "Sister Tian Tian, ​​you acted very well too. The nuances of that panic and forced composure were amazing."

Da Tiantian immediately beamed: "Haha, right? I think I acted pretty well too. Xiao Yan's brother deserves credit for that too; he taught me very well."

During the chat, Cheng Xiao also talked about participating in the Genki Forest Music Festival. She prepared several songs and choreographed a brand new high-intensity dance. After days of high-intensity rehearsals, her muscles were sore all over.

Da Tiantian said, "Let Xiao Yan give you a massage tonight. You know how effective his massages are, they're amazing."

Upon hearing this, Cheng Xiao looked at Gu Zhiyan with anticipation.

"Sure, no problem." Gu Zhiyan nodded with a smile.

The young lady is working so hard, he definitely wants to help her relieve her fatigue.

Besides, he also enjoys giving massages to older and younger women.

That night, Cheng Xiao and Da Tiantian lay side by side on the bed.

That's right, Da Tian Tian also wanted to enjoy the service.

That must be arranged.

The figures of these two need no further explanation.

They were both comfortable, and Gu Zhiyan enjoyed it too.

However, as it continued to press, it started to veer off course.

From the outside in!

The service was excellent.

Cheng Xiao did not leave after attending the Genki Forest Music Festival. She was not too busy for a while and planned to stay in Beijing for a few more days.

Cheng Xiao hadn't left yet when Sun Qian came running over.

Her new drama, a period romance called "The Pragmatist's Love," has started filming in Beijing.

Sun Qian didn't come alone; Arthur came with her too. He's the male lead in this drama.

Hearing that Sun Qian was coming to visit Gu Zhiyan on set, he insisted on coming along.

"Brother Yan, it's my treat tonight, let's all get together," Arthur said generously.

Gu Zhiyan nodded: "Okay."

Looking at Arthur, who was much more composed and in much better spirits than he had been two years ago, he was filled with emotion.

Since the bed photo incident, Arthur has been labeled as "sleeping with fans" and "homewrecker" by the entire internet, resulting in a large number of drama fans and girlfriend fans leaving him.

High-end fashion resources were completely suspended, and many previously confirmed variety show appearances and offline commercial activities were canceled, resulting in a precipitous drop in public exposure and a severe blow to her career.

Arthur was forced to abandon the hype-driven approach and transform into a serious actor, focusing on mainstream and serious dramas to broaden his acting range.

That's only because he has a good father and doesn't have to worry about resources; otherwise, he would have been finished long ago.

Thanks to Director Chen's resources, he was not completely blacklisted, and all his film and television projects were released normally.

He continued to star in the second installment of the "Volunteer Army" series, "The Battle for Survival," deliberately tanning his skin and losing weight to cultivate a resolute image. He garnered positive word-of-mouth through patriotic works, downplaying controversies surrounding his private life, and began to slowly recover.

A few months ago, he and Dilraba collaborated on a TV series called "Daytime Lantern".

Even after her scandal broke, she was still able to collaborate with top-tier female stars; that's all thanks to having a powerful father.

Some people not only win at the starting line, but their parents are also standing at the finish line.

Arthur didn't stay long. After chatting for a while, he made an excuse to prepare for the dinner party that evening and left. He was quite perceptive.

In the evening, Gu Zhiyan took Da Tiantian, Cheng Xiao, and Sun Qian to a banquet.

As dishes were served in the private room, wine was poured into glasses, and the conversation gradually shifted from trivial matters about filming. Someone mentioned Xu Xiyuan's sudden death, and the atmosphere unconsciously became quieter.

"I still remember when 'Meteor Garden' was all the rage. Who would have thought that Shan Cai, who was once so glamorous, would leave us so suddenly?" Da Tiantian sighed softly. "In front of the public, she was admired by millions, but outsiders could never see the hardships, illnesses, and conflicts she faced in private. No matter how lively the world of fame and fortune is, it can't withstand birth, aging, sickness, and death."

Cheng Xiao sighed softly: "She has lived her whole life under the magnifying glass of public opinion. Her relationships and family have been dissected and discussed by the public for many years. In the end, life is unpredictable, and no matter how many rights and wrongs there are, they all turn into smoke in the end."

Gu Zhiyan nodded slowly, her tone calm: "People under the spotlight have their joys and sorrows, their private lives laid bare before the public. Flowers and criticism go hand in hand, glory and risk are intertwined. Everyone only sees the characters on the screen, and few people understand the burden behind the glamour, oh, and the unbearable burdens."

The conversation paused briefly. Arthur, holding the glass, gently stroked the rim with his fingertips, and took over the conversation, frankly steering the topic to the uproar surrounding him.

"Speaking of public opinion, I've felt it deeply lately. To some extent, we in the industry can empathize with the endless rumors surrounding Big Ace," he looked up at the audience without dodging the question, his expression frank. "When the photos were first exposed, the entire internet exploded instantly, and all sorts of labels came crashing down on us. Even after the timeline was clarified, once the public's impression was formed, it was very difficult to change."

During that period, I often suffered from insomnia at night. A barrage of judgments overwhelmed me, as if all the goodwill I had accumulated had vanished in an instant. People liked to create perfect young personas, but I overlooked the fact that everyone has weaknesses. Once behavior contradicts the persona, collapse can happen overnight.

Arthur candidly revealed his true feelings, without deliberately playing the victim or rushing to defend himself: "I used to think that I could stand firm with resources and popularity. But after the storm, I slowly realized that a persona is always an illusory shell. Audiences are willing to pay for a role, but they will not endlessly tolerate the controversies in an artist's private life. Once trust is lost, even the best scripts and the most resources will become precarious."

Gu Zhiyan listened quietly and then slowly said, "Outsiders only make judgments based on fragmented information, and very few people are willing to patiently understand the whole story."

However, it is undeniable that as public figures, while enjoying the spotlight, they must also bear all the consequences of their words and actions. Excuses can only provide temporary relief; the only way to regain recognition is to calm down and produce work that can withstand scrutiny.

Da Tiantian chimed in, "The rise and fall of trends is common in the entertainment industry. Some people rise to the top in an instant, while others fall in an instant. External popularity is ultimately illusory. The works left on the screen are the true foundation for lasting success."

Arthur nodded: "After going through this ordeal, I've figured it out. Now I'm focusing on acting again. An actor still has to let their work speak for itself."

Favorable circumstances can only breed naivety, while setbacks teach people to be sober. People must stumble and fall before they can be considered to have grown up and matured.