I'm not mentally ill, I'm a master of a thousand faces!

Chapter 116, The Premiere of Tianlong

TVB's side.

As a long-established television station, it is unparalleled in its exploitation of actors and scripts, having already adapted Jin Yong's works to death.

At least before Zhang Da Hu Zi's remake of Jin Yong's novels came out, TVB also felt that it should have no rivals in the past twenty years.

It was only after Cheung Tai-beard's "money power" became apparent that TVB truly started to covet it.

It even has a slightly sour taste.

"Sigh, just like 'The Legend of the Condor Heroes,' they use money to suppress our TVB dramas. It's good to have money." Li Tiansheng looked at the newspaper with a sour expression.

He directed and produced TVB's "The Deer and the Cauldron", "The Legend of the Condor Heroes", "The Return of the Condor Heroes", and "Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils".

It can be said that it created a prosperous era for TVB's Jin Yong martial arts films.

However, it was precisely because they created an era that they also knew what the shortcomings of TVB dramas were compared to Zhang Dahuzi's Jin Yong dramas.

TVB used artificial mountains.

Zhang Da Hu Zi used the phrase "lofty mountains and towering peaks."

TVB uses studios for filming.

Zhang Dahuzi even built a film and television city specifically for the novel "Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils".

"Haha, Uncle Tian, ​​don't belittle yourself. Although Zhang Da Hu Zi's 'The Legend of the Condor Heroes' has good reviews, it still can't beat our 'The Legend of the Condor Heroes'." Next to him, TVB's Lau Ka-ho smiled and said, "In the end, TV dramas are all about the actors' performances."

When it comes to what actors perform, what's most important is, of course, the script, the actors, their acting skills, and the dialogue.

"Of course I know that. I was thinking that if we had the resources of CCTV back then, we could definitely have polished the work to be even more perfect."

"Haha, there will be opportunities in the future."

opportunity?

Lee Tin-sang dreamed of having the same resources as Cheung Tai-beard for the rest of his life, hoping for opportunities at TVB.

Of course, Li Tiansheng would never say it aloud.

At this moment.

Liu Jiahao said, however.

"By the way, 'Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils' is going to be rebroadcast on major TV stations soon, so we're also gathering the veteran actors for an event."

"Is this our official declaration of war against Zhang Dahuzi's 'Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils'?"

"It's not exactly war, but since there's this buzz, we might as well join in."

TVB is definitely trying to ride the coattails of CCTV's popularity.

"What are your thoughts on the newly released 'Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils', Mr. Huang, Mr. Yang?"

"If it were a game like Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils, I think we wouldn't lose to anyone. Nobody would."

Huang Huari and Yang Guoqiang exchanged a smile, once again enjoying the spotlight.

At this time, in order to rebroadcast "Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils" again and again, TVB even gathered the old actors together to sell a wave of nostalgia and do a pilot event, just like a new drama was being released.

It's a fool not to capitalize on a trending topic.

This includes Huang Huari, whose career has long since faded, and Yang Guoqiang.

And Chen Haoming and Li Ruotong, who are still in the spotlight.

When the TVB version aired, these were the actors who generated the most discussion and whose characters were most well-suited to their roles.

Li Ruotong's fairy-like performance needs no further explanation, and Chen Haoming became a leading actor in TVB after that, while Yang Guoqiang and Huang Huari gradually faded into obscurity. It's not that they acted badly, but rather that they acted too well.

Others simply cannot identify with them as characters other than Qiao Feng and Murong Fu.

But as actors, they undoubtedly have something to be proud of.

After all, most actors never create a memorable role in their entire lives.

Being able to portray a character whose name people can remember is already something to be absolutely proud of in one's acting career.

In fact, there are indeed many die-hard fans of the TVB version of Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils, and many people voiced their support after hearing that TVB was holding a special event for Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils.

That's what sentimentality is all about.

The current TVB version of Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils is still considered a "classic".

Ten years from now, its reputation will likely fade as audiences' memories become less vivid, and it will become a "masterpiece that has shaken the ages".

At this time.

In TVB's activity room.

Huang Huari smiled and said.

"It's true that the younger generation surpasses the older. Actually, I think Hu Jun's Qiao Feng is probably no worse than mine."

Huang Huari displays a different attitude in front of the media and behind the scenes.

That's also my own opinion.

"Don't underestimate yourselves. The classic characters we created have been replayed for so many years, and the audience absolutely recognizes us. It can be said that when the audience thinks of Murong Fu and Qiao Feng, our faces are the first thing that comes to mind." Yang Guoqiang also said with some emotion that Murong Fu can be said to be the peak of his career.

An absolute pinnacle.

Even after playing many roles, none of them were memorable, let alone reaching the peak of his career like Murong Fu.

but.

As an actor.

Reaching such a career peak is already a blessing in one's acting career.

Not to mention.

"I heard that this time, the role of Murong Fu in 'Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils' was played by an actor who hasn't been in the industry for very long."

The implication is probably that...

At least this time, there's probably not much controversy surrounding the character Murong Fu in "Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils".

This is also the overall evaluation of TVB's old drama crews.

Regardless of how well Yang Guoqiang acts now.

At least the character Murong Fu.

It should be unmatched.

At least it wasn't surpassed by a young actor right now.

"TVB's 'Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils' is using the release of our new 'Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils' to hold events, hey, they're making quite a splash."

Zhang Da Hu Zi stroked his beard, seemingly unconcerned about the media reporters' attempts to drag him down.

TVB's "Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils" is also a normal business practice. Zhang Dahuzi feels that if he were in a different position, he would definitely be more arrogant and take advantage of the new drama to promote the old drama.

It's human nature, a business transaction, and not a big deal.

"We'll ignore them and proceed with our own publicity strategy. As for the media, we don't need to pay attention to them either; let them say what they want."

Regardless of how they engage in comparisons and criticisms, it only increases the buzz, so why not?

All Zhang Da Huzi wants is high ratings!

At this moment.

Li Yun took a break from his busy work at home after receiving his payment for the film.

It seems they've found something to do.

After seeing Cao Zhengchun off, they were granted nine days of rest.

During this time, I really relaxed. Besides being able to add an egg to every meal and eat meat every day, which improved my life, I also need to think about things like housing.

In this area within the Second Ring Road, a down payment of 10 yuan is required.

We are still 8 short of this goal.

Oh right, plus the agency's cut, I should still be short 7 yuan. There are also miscellaneous expenses. I can't empty my pockets all at once. I need to save at least another 10 yuan to pay the down payment.

Fortunately, his salary increases in all aspects every time a new drama is broadcast.

The entertainment industry is both transparent and opaque. Everyone has their own value; directors, actors, screenwriters, and even investors all have their own inherent value.

The door is perfectly clear.

Li Yun now sees that his movie and television fees are roughly between 20,000 and 25,000 yuan. If you calculate the fee per episode of a TV series, it's about 1000 yuan.

Liu Qianqian's price is higher, 2000 yuan per episode.

To get a house

It doesn't seem that far away.

after all.

The pay will increase, too.

As for now, Li Yun feels that he has achieved his small dream from back then: the freedom to eat eggs and the freedom to eat beef.

The feeling of having complete freedom to choose what to eat is really great.

"By the way, why do you like eating steamed buns so much now?"

"Why are you so fixated on this?" Li Yun said helplessly while eating a steamed bun. "Haven't I always loved eating steamed buns?"

"I remember you once said that when you were an extra in Hengdian, you ate so many steamed buns that you threw up."

"Well, maybe my taste has changed. I think steamed buns are very fragrant."

Jiang Chenggang felt that Li Yun had been acting strangely lately, but he decided not to dwell on it. After all, he figured it was fine to control his figure, and Li Yun didn't need to either.

Jiang Chenggang, this chubby guy, is so envious of his physique—slim when dressed, muscular when undressed.

At this moment, Jiang Chenggang also told Li Yun about the upcoming itinerary.

The specific audition schedule for "New Police Story" has been released. I will be able to participate in the audition in a few days. My main competitors are Chen Guanxi and Wu Yanzu.

Li Yun nodded.

"It's not a big problem."

At this moment.

Li Yun thought of that mad young man.

That person has a wild beast running rampant in their heart.

Guan Yun.

Although he couldn't see him at this moment, Li Yun could still sense the malice of this personality.

He is no good man.

The broadcast of Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils was quite a huge success, and the TV series audience was also quite large.

Fans of the original novel and fans of martial arts TV dramas are all potential viewers.

Ultimately, the only thing that will be verified is the quality of Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils.

At this moment, Li Yun was not nervous at all. He was enjoying his leisure time at home, using his earnings to buy the comics, games, CDs and books he wanted, the food he wanted to eat, and some old movie DVDs.

It was all small and miscellaneous, but it didn't cost much money. After all, prices were quite cheap back then; a CD only cost 5 yuan.

It was a bit expensive for me during my time as an extra in Hengdian World Studios.

But for me now, I can spend money freely.

Li Yun could feel the accumulation of small happiness brought about by a slight improvement in his financial situation. Perhaps after receiving his salary for the next film, he could even afford to buy a computer that could run World of Warcraft.

In my past life, I had this regret: I never owned a computer that could play World of Warcraft.

Li Yun distinguishes them very clearly.

As an actor, to reach the pinnacle of becoming a versatile film emperor, to enjoy the glory and wealth that comes with it, one must also cure one's illness.

As a living, breathing human being, one must cherish and protect one's own little hobbies and one's life.

My next plans are to audition for New Police Story and the new movie SPL: Sha Po Lang, which I also plan to audition for.

As for the TV series, we'll wait for the broadcast of Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils.

Zhang Da Hu Zi also organized a screening of the premiere film, staying at his large villa in the suburbs.

Li Yun was naturally among those invited.

(End of this chapter)