The Queen's Rumored Father

The scenes featuring the Giant Buddha of Sichuan were filmed in three days and were basically finished.

Afterwards, the crew went to the Chishui Waterfall in Yunnan and Guizhou, where several key scenes from the early stages of the series were to be filmed.

But even at this point, He Rundong, who plays Bu Jingyun, still hadn't arrived.

The crew was almost all present, and they spent two more days getting to know each other, filming some minor scenes.

Finally, just when Cao Dun was about to lose patience, He Rundong arrived.

The entire crew didn't look too happy.

Arriving a full week late without any explanation is going too far.

But there was nothing they could do; the person in question was a big star, so the crew had to put up with it.

Cao Dun put on a smiling face and chatted happily with He Rundong and his agent Hong Xilin, leaving the others unable to express their dissatisfaction. However, when the two returned to the hotel, Cao Dun's face darkened.

Director Cao is currently at the peak of his career, so when did he need to resort to such obsequious behavior?

Even Xu Yuan, it was only through General Manager Zhang Lin's request that Cao Dun help him out.

There is humanity involved!

But what about He Rundong's agent? Before he could finish a few words, the agent said that He Rundong needed to go back to the hotel to rest, and that he would need to rest for another day tomorrow because of the long journey!

On what grounds?

If this film weren't crucial to Cao Dun's successful transition to film directing, he definitely wouldn't tolerate this kind of actor. Take it or leave it; there are plenty of others like him over there in Taiwan!

"We'll shoot the other scenes tomorrow, and start filming Bu Jingyun's scenes the day after tomorrow," Cao Dun told the assistant director.

The assistant director and the surrounding crew members' expressions changed repeatedly, and finally they shook their heads helplessly.

Having spent so much time at Chishui Waterfall, and having taken all the photos I could, what else is there to photograph?

This is just a waste of everyone's time!

……

Two days later, He Rundong finally officially joined the filming.

You know what, his appearance really isn't anything special in an era dominated by pretty boys. But he's a perfect fit for the character of Bu Jingyun. With his ramen noodle hair, he's the epitome of the Crying God of Death, Bu Jingyun.

This is his signature role!

However, when He Rundong saw Nie Feng filming on set, he was somewhat surprised.

He was shocked to discover that Xu Yuan's Nie Feng was just like him, with the actor and the character being a perfect match, making it a role that could also be considered his destiny.

"Who is this?" He Rundong was not very familiar with the entertainment industry in mainland China, especially the newcomers who had emerged recently.

"He's just a third-rate actor. He's got some buzz lately, but he's really not that great." He Rundong's agent, Hong Xilin, looked at Xu Yuan and smiled disdainfully. "No matter how he acts, there's only one male lead in this show, and that's you!"

He Rundong nodded.

Hong Xilin arranged everything for him, and he had complete trust in his top agent.

The other party always managed to handle all the issues, making each of his filming trips exceptionally comfortable. Apart from the issue of freedom, everything seemed to be going well.

Xu Yuan's scenes were filmed quickly.

Actually, some more filming was planned, but He Rundong arrived. He's a bigger star and a newcomer, so it's understandable that Xu Yuan temporarily stopped some filming.

He's already doing well; Cao Dun is one of his own.

If it were any other production crew, and if we went back a few years, once Hong Kong and Taiwanese actors arrived, no one else could even think about filming for a minute. They'd finish filming their scenes first, and everyone else would have to postpone their schedules.

Cao Dun didn't do that. He generally followed the location and plot when filming, so He Rundong and Xu Yuan would take turns.

"What, filming under a waterfall?"

Before Xu Yuan could remove his makeup, he heard Hong Xilin's chattering voice coming from the set.

Honestly, this woman's voice is awful!

Xu Yuan walked towards the film set, wanting to see what was going on.

The waterfall scene should be the one where Bu Jingyun makes his appearance!

This scene was designed by Cao Dun after Xu Yuan and Cao Dun discussed it. It's Bu Jingyun's entrance scene, absolutely awesome and cool!

This is still the way Bu Jingyun appeared in the Earth movie version. Cheng Cheng only had this one shot back then, and he had already won.

His appearance was clearly inferior to Zheng Yijian's.

The roles and focus of the two characters are also immediately apparent.

The filming of Aaron Kwok's scene definitely required far more effort than that of Ekin Cheng's.

Xu Yuan suggested this shot for the good of the production team.

If the opening scenes of Bu Jingyun and Nie Feng are filmed well, the TV series will be one-third successful.

"Impossible! Don't even think about it, we won't act in it! How could you even think of such a dangerous scene? Do you know how much Rundong costs? Someone could die under the waterfall!" Hong Xilin was almost about to burst into a tirade. "No, we absolutely will not film this scene!"

Several crew members made way for Xu Yuan.

Xu Yuan saw Cao Dun's ashen face.

At this point, Cao Dun was in a difficult situation.

He's the director, the coordinator, the marshal!

If he were to personally confront Hong Xilin, firstly, if the matter remained unresolved, then he would lose his authority.

Secondly, there was no room for maneuver between him and He Rundong.

If he and Peter Ho have a falling out, what will this TV series turn out like?

It's highly likely to be a terrible movie!

This is human nature.

Don't talk about how people with deep-seated hatred can create great works together; that's impossible. Unless one party has an absolute power to suppress the other.

But now, Cao Dun is gone.

Although He Rundong is only a first-tier actor, he's actually not far from being a super-first-tier actor, and he's exceptionally popular in Hong Kong and Taiwan. Cao Dun, on the other hand, is a mainland director; people won't give him any face.

If actors dare to publicly expose their conflicts, they can just make bad movies and still get paid the same.

But what about Cao Dun?

He's waiting for the movie "Storm Riders" to be released, hoping to use its positive reviews and high ratings to get into the film industry!

Cao Dun looked at the assistant director.

The assistant director kept his eyes down, seemingly oblivious to everything around him.

The assistant director chickened out!

Going head-to-head with a big-name male lead?

Even if the problem can be solved, he will eventually be taken away by He Rundong's agent.

You absolutely must not wade into this muddy water.

Cao Dun shook his head, somewhat helpless.

At this moment, he missed Chen Kewen terribly.

If Chen Kewen were here, given their tacit understanding, he would have already stepped in to play the good cop.

"If he won't film, I will!"

Xu Yuan pushed aside the people in front of him and walked to Cao Dun, He Rundong, and Hong Xilin.

His makeup and hair were still on, his face was cold and aloof, and he didn't even glance at Hong Xilin.

"I'll use Nie Feng's Wind God Leg technique to interpret this scene. As for the appearance of the Cloud Dispelling Palm, we can use my scene and switch places." After Xu Yuan finished speaking, he walked straight towards the pool.

At the end of the pool, a 30-meter-high waterfall is extremely spectacular and frightening.

Chishui Waterfall, known as one of the top ten waterfalls in China, is renowned for its spectacular and magnificent scenery.

When the final product comes out, the effect will be absolutely stunning!

"Ready to film!"

Cao Dun ignored Hong Xilin and began directing the crew.

Hong Xilin and He Rundong stood there, and for a moment no one paid any attention to them.

"Hmph, he's desperate for power! Doesn't he even know if he can film this scene?" Hong Xilin said. "The waterfall is so high, and the water volume is so large, it would probably smash him into a pulp. Let's see what he's up to now!"

"It's terrible to be uncultured! That's why mainland celebrities really need to read more, otherwise they look so low-class!"

He Rundong didn't say anything, he just watched Xu Yuan's back.

He only needs to focus on filming; Hong Xilin will handle everything else.

"Camera ready... Xu Yuan, you can go now, but please be careful. If there's any problem, dive down; there are lifeguards we've arranged nearby. Don't push yourself!"

After Cao Dun finished speaking, he raised his finger.

Three seconds later, with a click, it powered on!