Huayu: Everyone's been reborn, who's still going to be an actor?

Cheng Yuan didn't know if he had ruined Xiao Yanzi's chances of becoming a student at Tianzhuangzhuang.

However, he wouldn't show it too strongly.

He wouldn't be foolish enough to impose his will on Tian Zhuangzhuang.

Besides, so what if we become classmates?

They'll still dislike you if they don't want to.

Cheng Yuan had no intention of cooperating with her.

If, like in her previous life, she is blacklisted, she will suffer the same fate.

"Director Cheng!"

Cheng Yuan left Tian Zhuangzhuang's office with no intention of staying at school; he was heading to the company.

I was stopped by someone before I even left the school gate.

"It's you."

Cheng Yuan smiled and looked at Yang Mi.

"Congratulations to Director Cheng on winning two Silver Bears for his new film," Yang Mi said with a smile. "Senior, please take care of your junior sister sometime in the future."

"What, you're still short of roles?" Cheng Yuan said with a smile. "Zhou Xun left, so you became the company's top actress, didn't you?"

"oh."

Yang Mi was clearly taken aback, probably not expecting Cheng Yuan to know about her agency.

"I want to act in your play."

Yang Mi quickly regained his senses and then said with a smile.

"Then work hard to improve your acting skills, and you'll definitely have opportunities in the future."

Cheng Yuan smiled, said a few words, and then took his leave.

He's not in the mood to chat with her right now.

Don't say that she doesn't have the same charm and allure she will have later in life. Even if she did, so what?

Thinking of Xiao Liu, the temptation fades.

Cheng Yuan then went to the company.

"Ning Hao is planning to take a share of the film 'Lost in Thailand'," Hou Hongliang said. "However, there's a problem now: Wang Baoqiang is unavailable because he's reportedly filming a military drama."

Military drama?

The TV series "Soldiers Sortie" immediately popped into Cheng Yuan's mind.

This show is very popular, but it's a gradual phenomenon.

However, this drama earned Wang Baoqiang a very high level of national recognition.

It's not surprising at all that Ning Hao wants a share of "Lost in Thailand".

He didn't receive a salary for "Crazy Stone," but rather a share of the profits.

The movie was a huge success, and he naturally made some money as well.

The share of "Lost in Thailand" was not large, so the money was more than enough for him to invest.

What is Ning Hao's attitude?

Cheng Yuan asked casually, his opinion being to wait, but he also needed to hear Ning Hao's opinion.

"His opinion is to wait," Hou Hongliang said. "And it won't be long. The film's preparation also needs time. Of course, the main reason is that he auditioned for Wang Baoqiang and felt that the role of Niu Geng was perfect for him."

"Then let's wait."

Cheng Yuan nodded.

There's no rush for this movie; it'll be fine as long as it's released during the Lunar New Year and Spring Festival seasons.

Of course, the specific release date will be determined after the film is completed.

"We finalized a project during our trip to Hollywood," Cheng Yuan said. "China Film Group took 25% of the share, and I have 20%. However, with an investment of over 100 million US dollars, our company definitely can't handle it."

"Sell it? For how much? It's a production worth hundreds of millions of dollars; our company can't secure much of a share right now."

Hou Hongliang immediately understood.

For many domestic film and television companies, the prospect of Hollywood blockbusters costing hundreds of millions of dollars is definitely tempting.

That's no longer a question of whether or not you can make money.

Participating in such a big Hollywood production means that you may be able to get in touch with Hollywood.

"We'll sell 10%," Cheng Yuan said. "Of the remaining 10%, half will be my share as the screenwriter, and the company will keep the other half. Is there a problem?"

"Even half a percent is worth tens of millions."

Hou Hongliang shook his head, a bitter smile on his face.

"Selling it at a premium should make us some money, right?" Cheng Yuan said. "The overseas revenue from 'The Distinguished Citizen' wasn't low, was it? 'Crazy Stone' also had a substantial box office share. Aren't they enough together?"

"That share is yours, what does it have to do with the company? The money from selling it at a premium naturally belongs to you personally," Hou Hongliang said. "It's already good enough that you didn't ask the company for a premium on the company's share. Besides, the company has other investments. 'Lost in Thailand' is a low-budget comedy film with a low investment, but 'Crossing the Guandong' and 'Taken' had much higher investments."

Cheng Yuan fell silent.

Hou Hongliang owns shares in the company, so Cheng Yuan's personal finances and company finances are separate.

For example, his director's fee, etc., all belong to Cheng Yuan personally.

It seems that "Kung Fu Panda" has nothing to do with the company.

What's your opinion?

Cheng Yuan asked a question.

The company is short of money and needs the shareholders to contribute; Cheng Yuan cannot possibly contribute alone.

"Why don't you set up a director's studio under the company?" Hou Hongliang suggested. "That would reduce your taxes. The 10% investment would be made in the company's name, but it would actually be invested by your studio. Also, your director's fees will definitely increase in the future, and your films can be converted into a share of that."

"Um?"

Cheng Yuan looked at Hou Hongliang with some surprise.

"You must be at a huge disadvantage here, right?"

Cheng Yuan asked the question, but he was secretly tempted.

Personal taxes and corporate taxes are completely different things.

Cheng Yuan's director's salary is indeed constantly increasing.

The overseas rights to "The Distinguished Citizen" sold for nearly ten million US dollars. Even if it flops at the domestic box office, the salaries of its screenwriter and director will definitely increase, and may even double.

No one would haggle over a five million yuan fee.

If it also becomes a huge box office hit in China, it will definitely be worth more than five million.

It's probably close to ten million, if not ten million.

If this money is converted into investment shares in the name of the studio, then even more will be earned.

Of course, this is all predicated on the movie becoming a huge hit.

"Have I taken advantage of you enough?" Hou Hongliang said. "Besides, my share of the company's initial investment, including the domestic box office revenue of 'Buried Alive,' will be deducted from later."

Cheng Yuan was too generous, which put a lot of pressure on him.

The accounts should be clearly separated.

Cheng Yuan glanced at Hou Hongliang and then nodded.

That's fine too. If other shareholders are brought into the company in the future, Cheng Yuan will only dilute the shares of Remote Films, and it will have nothing to do with his studio.

Hou Hongliang's actions, besides not wanting to take advantage of Cheng Yuan, probably also stem from a desire to prove himself.

He could have built the company without taking advantage of Cheng Yuan.

He wants to prove he's worth 10% of the shares.

There are quite a few people in the industry who are complaining about this.

Of course, most of the criticism was directed at Cheng Yuan, who was accused of breaking industry rules by giving away 10% of the shares directly. What are other companies supposed to do?

This also put a lot of pressure on Hou Hongliang.

Sometimes being too generous is also a mistake.

Which companies will be invited?

Hou Hongliang asked Cheng Yuan, "Some things are better left unsaid; it's enough to keep them to yourself."

Since Remote Films got the name for the "Kung Fu Panda" project, they naturally have to contribute.

"Besides Huayi, invite anyone with the ability to come. The highest bidder wins," Cheng Yuan said. "Also, invite one more person for me."

"Who?"

Hou Hongliang nodded, then asked.

"Tian Xiaopeng," Cheng Yuan said, "an animation director. I'm planning to sign him to my company and then send him to Hollywood."