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Chapter 169 Settling Accounts, Dividing Money, and Hidden Abilities

After "The Great Wall" finished its theatrical run, the two subsidiaries, Magic Pictures and Maoyan Movies, sat down together for a meeting to summarize their work in the second half of last year.

The first thing to summarize is the revenue from the three films the company released in the second half of last year.

The combined box office revenue of "City of Rock" and "Breakup Buddies" was 6.5 million yuan. The production cost of Magic Films was 4050 million yuan. After deducting marketing expenses, plus the revenue from product placement and other copyright income, the company received approximately 6.6 million yuan.

The story of "The Great Wall" is more complicated. Shen Qing personally received a base salary of $3000 million from the beginning. In addition, Magic Films was the production company of the film and had a reasonable profit of $1000 million.

The total value of the Greater China copyright was US$20 million, with Magic Films contributing US$2000 million, representing a 400% stake.

沈青个人占大中华区版权30%的收益分红，占全球先期总票房30%分红，DVD碟片收入30%×35%Worldwide分红，以及15%TV/V0D收入分红。

In conclusion, the final calculation shows that Shen Qing and his company will receive approximately 6.19 million yuan from the 25.86 billion yuan box office revenue in Greater China.

Actually, that's quite a lot. Of the film's total production budget of $1.5 million, Shen Qing's company contributed a total of $400 million.

It was $10 million, not to mention that Shen Qingxian took $40 million from the production budget.

The US dollar dividend portion is approximately $1.88 million.

Adding the $4000 million already received, and deducting the $408 million in copyright costs shared by Shen Qing in China, the total US dollar revenue that "The Great Wall" brought to Shen Qing and his company was approximately $2.24 million.

Of course, this is just a prediction based on the average formula. The final result may be slightly higher or slightly lower, but it will be roughly the same.

It's worth noting that Shen Qing's DVD revenue sharing is not based on the traditional Hollywood practice of 20% royalties. In a 20% royalty-based revenue sharing contract, the terms would be clearly stated as: revenue sharing percentage × 20% Royalty. However, Shen Qing's contract states: 30% × 35% Worldwide—meaning that the revenue sharing is based on 35%.

"The films 'City of Rock' and 'Breakup Buddies' brought in 6.6 million yuan in revenue for the company. With the projected revenue of 21 billion yuan from 'The Great Wall,' the total projected revenue from the three films released by the company in the fourth quarter of last year was 27.6 billion yuan."

Shenqi Film & Television CEO Dai Ying concluded.

After Dai Ying finished speaking, the meeting was quiet for a few seconds. Then Chen Zhixi took the lead in applauding, followed by Shen Qing, Shen Li, Zhu Wenjia and other senior executives.

The fact that three films are expected to generate such a large revenue is unimaginable for other film companies.

Next, Shen Li introduced the development of Maoyan Movies. Now that all the films in the Magic Films series have finished their theatrical run, Maoyan Movies still contributes more than 20% of the box office revenue. As a ticketing system platform that has only been online for less than half a year, its development can be described as rapid.

Xiao Yuliang's father hurriedly flew to Beijing with Xiao Yuliang. Director Shen Qing saw the video of the boys dancing online and specifically asked to see his son. Although he didn't say what it was about, it was enough to make this father, who hoped his son would become a dragon, take it very seriously. Perhaps this was the most important opportunity his son would ever encounter in his life.

Besides the father and son, there were also Shen Qing, Chen Zhixi, and Dai Ying in the office.

"Have you read 'The Grave Robbers' Chronicles'?" Shen Qing asked, looking at Xiao Yuliang, who was only 17 years old.

"I've seen it—I especially like Hu Bayi—no, I mean Wu Xie—in *The Grave Robbers' Chronicles*."

I really like both "Ghost Blows Out the Light" and "Ghost Blows Out the Light".

Xiao Yuliang was so nervous that his forehead was covered in a layer of white sweat, and he even mixed up the two books.

"Do you like Zhang Qiling?" Shen Qing asked again.

"I like him, but actually I think Zhang Qiling is cooler. He's immortal, silent, mysterious, powerful, and has a sense of destiny." He scratched his head and laughed, "Don't laugh, but sometimes I fantasize that I am Zhang Qiling."

Shen Qing then asked, "Have you practiced martial arts?"

Xiao Yuliang looked at his father beside him and said, "I've learned it. My dad forced me to learn martial arts from him since I was a child."

Mr. Xiao smiled with a kind but slightly nervous expression and said, "Gawa has the makings of a martial arts student. If he didn't have talent, I wouldn't have taught him."

Shen Qing nodded and said to Xiao Yuliang, "Logically speaking, you are not a very suitable candidate. You are too young and have no acting experience. But I think your image is suitable and you have a foundation in martial arts, so I decided to give you a try."

The "Tomb Raiders" series might take ten years to film. Once the project starts, we don't plan to change the cast midway. So, would you be willing to sign a long-term contract with Jumei Entertainment? Don't rush to answer me now. You can have a good time in Beijing for a few days, and the company will reimburse your expenses. Think it over before you reply.

Xiao Yuliang was stunned.

Signing a long-term contract to film for ten years, they're definitely part of the main cast!

Xiao's father gave Xiao Yuliang a push and urged, "Say something!"

"Yes, I'm willing," Xiao Yuliang hurriedly replied, snapping out of his daze after being pushed by his father.

Shen Qing turned to Chen Zhixi and said, "I'll leave the rest to you."

"Okay." Chen Zhixi walked over to Xiao Yuliang and said, "Now that you've thought it through, let's sign the contract in the next couple of days."

Xiao Yuliang nodded firmly, then asked Shen Qing, "President Shen, who do I play?"

"Zhang Qiling," Shen Qing said.

Xiao Yuliang stopped.

Even though he had been somewhat prepared, he was still stunned.

Someone actually approached him to play Zhang Qiling!

The lead actors for "The Lost Tomb" were quickly cast.

Zhu Yilong plays Wu Xie.

Xiao Yuliang plays Zhang Qiling.

Liu Tianzuo plays Fatty Wang.

Zhu Xudan plays Huo Xiuxiu.

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Xin Zhilei plays A Ning.

Liu Yijun plays Wu Sansheng.

Wang Jinsong plays Wu Erbai.

With the launch of the "Tomb Raiders" project, the "Ghost Blows Out the Light" project was naturally also put into preparation.

Pan Yueming's portrayal of Hu Bayi wasn't perfect, but Shen Qing couldn't think of a more suitable candidate, so he decided to use him anyway.

The casting for Shirley Yang was even more difficult. Chen Qiaoen's version was actually quite good, and Zhang Yuqi's acting was also decent, but Shen Qing really didn't like the character, and what he needed was an actress who could play the role for an entire series.

Finally, he thought of Qiuya.

No, it's Wang Zhi, who is Qiu Ya from the movie "Goodbye Mr. Loser".

Wang Zhi began learning martial arts at the age of 7, and started receiving six years of dance training at the age of 12. Later, she was admitted to the Central Academy of Drama.

She's skilled in action and acting; she can play a school beauty or a heroic female soldier. Even if she's not the most suitable choice for Shirley Yang, she's unlikely to make a big mistake.

The only problem is that he's not famous enough, but that's not really a problem for Shen Qing. If he lacks fame, he can just promote him.

Chen Zhixi approached Wang Zhi, who happened to be free of an agency contract, and Chen Zhixi took the opportunity to sign her to Jumei Entertainment.

The film "Bad Genius" will officially start filming at the end of February. Wang Zhixian will play the third female lead role. Both the third and second female leads are rich girls who live extravagantly and are not good at learning.

The second female lead is played by Jing Tian, ​​and the female lead is Yang Mi.

Director Ning Hao, Executive Assistant Director Wen Muye.

The first round of rights for "Let's Get Married" were sold to four major satellite TV stations in Anhui, Beijing, Jiangsu, and Zhejiang provinces, at 70 yuan per episode per station, totaling 280 million yuan per episode across the four stations. The second round of rights were sold to three more satellite TV stations and nine local channels, totaling 100 million yuan per episode. The combined total for both rounds was 390 million yuan per episode.

The online copyright was sold to Youku and iQiyi, with the two companies jointly paying 200 million yuan per episode.

Total sales reached 2.95 million yuan – the price of TV drama copyrights has skyrocketed in the past two years, not just a little bit, but several times over.

The broadcast date is set for April.

"Empresses in the Palace" is still being filmed, and director Zheng Xiaolong has a perfectionist spirit.

Tan Songyun's scenes were all filmed before the Lunar New Year, and in April, Shenqi Films will officially begin filming the TV series "The Best of Us", starring Bai Jingting and Tan Songyun.

As for the supporting roles, Shen Qing didn't ask any questions, letting Chen Zhixi and Dai Ying discuss it. Shen Qing recognized their abilities, which stemmed from both his own observations and their achievements in their previous lives.

Chen Zhixi served as the chairman and president of Wanda Film; Dai Ying served as the senior vice president of iQiyi, and single-handedly created iQiyi's Mist Theater, producing a large number of excellent dramas.

Tan Songyun was so fond of the script for "The Best of Us" that she mustered up her courage and approached Shen Qing, saying that she wanted to treat Shen Qing to dinner to thank her for choosing such a suitable script for her.

During the meal, Shen Qing noticed that Tan Songyun's gaze was slightly evasive when she looked at him, and he seemed to be deep in thought. So he took her hand and complimented her on her beautiful skin. She didn't flinch and even leaned closer to Shen Qing. At this moment, Tan Songyun let Shen Qing hold her hand while her face quickly turned red.

After the meal, I naturally took her home and enjoyed her, but I didn't expect she was still a virgin.

In her words, ever since she met Shen Qing, she feels uncomfortable whenever other men get close to her.

"It's like you've stolen my soul. If you don't want me anymore, I'm going to go crazy."

Shen Qing couldn't help but sigh, "Are there any simple women in the entertainment industry?"

Take Tan Songyun for example; with just a few words, he made Shen Qing feel completely at ease. Listen to that—how eloquent he is! After meeting Shen Qing, other men would feel uncomfortable approaching her. What man wouldn't like someone like that?

Shen Qing was really fooled by her. He even doubted that he really had this ability. After all, he had already encountered the matter of replicating the director's ability, so what difference would it make if he had another superpower?

Mao Xiaotong and Chen Xiao have both finished filming their scenes in "Empresses in the Palace". In April, the company will also start filming "Love O4O", starring Chen Xiao and Mao Xiaotong.

Dilireba didn't go straight back to Shanghai after the New Year, but came to Beijing instead. During this period after the New Year, she often wandered around the company. Shen Qing ran into her many times. Moreover, this girl brought countless outfits to Beijing, and Shen Qing never saw her wear the same outfit twice.

The clothes may not be expensive, but they look really elegant, classy and sophisticated on Rouba.

"Rouba, you changed your clothes again. This outfit looks good today."

Shen Qing ran into Rouba again in the Jumei Entertainment office area. Today, Rouba was wearing a white dress. When Shen Qing complimented her, Rouba twirled around and asked, "Really? I also think this is the best outfit I've worn today."

"Okay, come to my office for a moment."

"oh."

Shen Qing went straight into the office, and Rouba followed with his head down, closing the door behind him.

"Sit down," Shen Qing said.

Rouba first gently stroked the skirt with her hand, from the waist to the hips, exuding extreme allure.

Shen Qing glanced at it a couple more times without realizing it, but that was all.

She was beautiful and her movements were alluring, but Shen Qing, now a worldly-wise woman, had long since become immune to such beauty.

"You have a great figure, you look beautiful in anything, and I happen to have a script that's perfect for you —"

Shen Qing was thinking of a Korean drama this time, where the female lead kept changing clothes from beginning to end, and every outfit she wore was very beautiful, giving off a feeling of "The Devil Wears Prada" with her transformations.

Dilireba's acting skills are mediocre, and history has shown that her potential for growth in acting is limited. However, she has unique advantages in other areas, namely her figure and face!

It would be perfect to cast Rouba in this TV series where she constantly changes her appearance and tries new looks. Regardless of her acting skills, she can first captivate the audience with her beauty and style.

In Shen Qing's opinion, this TV series is definitely the one that best showcases Rouba's unique strengths—that's right, Shen Qing is talking about the Korean drama called "What's Wrong with Secretary Kim"!

The female lead's workplace outfits in this drama are textbook examples; in fact, whenever workplace outfits in film and television dramas are mentioned, this drama is bound to come up.

Let Rouba be beautiful to her heart's content in this drama!

There are actually quite a few people in China with the surname Jin, but Shen Qing changed the female lead's name to Chen Tingting, so the title of the drama naturally became "Why is Secretary Chen like that?"

Rouba's chances of winning over audiences with her acting skills are slim, but her chances of winning them over with her beauty, figure, and fashion sense are still very high.

"I really want a secretary like that."

After the two finished discussing the plot, Shen Qing sighed.

"OK."

Rouba mustered his courage and looked into Shen Qing's eyes.

Shen Qing raised an eyebrow, as if asking her what the previous sentence meant.

"Yes, if you want, I can do it."

The two looked into each other's eyes, as if sparks were flying between them.

So that very evening, Shen Qing brought the meat bar home for them to enjoy.

Hmm, another chick.

"Why are you still like this?"

"If you don't want me anymore, I'm going to go crazy. After meeting you, I can't stand anyone else. If you don't want me, I'll stay single for the rest of my life."

"Are you and Tan Songyun on good terms?"

"We've exchanged a few words, we're not close, what's wrong?"

"It's nothing."

Her story and Tan Songyun's story were so similar that Shen Qing even suspected that the two had conspired beforehand.

Or perhaps—he really has some hidden ability?

At the end of February, Shen Qing will lead a team to Hongya, Dachaidan, Qinghai Province to film "The Martian," which will take about twenty days. After that, the entire crew will return to Beijing and move into the studio of the China Film Digital Production Base to film the remaining scenes.

Before setting off, Shen Qing reviewed the company's upcoming, production, and already officially launched drama series.

There is only one drama waiting to be broadcast: "Let's Get Married".

The dramas currently in production include "Princess Agents" and "Empresses in the Palace".

The dramas that have been officially launched include "The Lost Tomb", "Candle in the Tomb", "With You", "Love O2O", and "Secretary Chen".

There are three movies waiting to start filming.

The Martian, Bastard Genius, and Love is Not Blind.

One movie is scheduled for release in April – "Lucy".

With the official release date of "Lucy" set, more and more theaters and cinemas that were not previously included in the list of large-scale preview screening partners have come to Maoyan, requesting that they be included in the scope of cooperation for large-scale preview screenings on the Maoyan platform.

Large-scale preview screenings are somewhat like selectively releasing films ahead of schedule, and cinemas that are not on the cooperation list are bound to suffer greatly.

Shen Qing then notified the cinemas that the large-scale preview screenings would be temporarily suspended.

Meituan Movies was officially established in February, which will be a major threat to Maoyan Movies, but Shen Qing is not particularly worried.

Despite the frenzied price war for tickets to the original time-travel movie, Maoyan Movies only lost 14.6 billion yuan in the end.

Shen Qing could come up with this money even without financing.

Moreover, Maoyan Movies definitely needs to raise funds.