I just want to sell products, but you're forcing me to perform talents.

Chapter 222 Me, the Movie King!?

[Peeing Three Feet Away in the Wind: It's one thing for a small-time streamer to sing a few so-called hit songs, but to go and act in TV dramas? What? A triple threat in film, television, and music? Is he really that versatile? There's a limit to how much you can fleece people, okay?]

[You're stepping on my leg hair: Live-streaming a TV series? What if you finish the live stream, collect all the donations, and then the TV series isn't released?]

[Green Grassland Gang Leader: Absolutely! What legitimate TV drama can make money as fast as begging for tips? And the drama hasn't even started filming yet, but they've already sold tons of merchandise. Isn't this blatant exploitation?]

[The name is too long to fit here, could you please break it into a new line: The world is so corrupt! These days, anyone can get into the film and television industry. Do they have any acting skills? Do they even understand acting? Can these idol stars who are just trying to cash in on their fans have any shame?]

……

Kanye and Liu Bohan immediately sensed something was amiss. How could they have forgotten that this guy was still filming a TV series? They couldn't afford to smear him on his strengths! They could have used flattery to their advantage!

[Riding a snail to chase an elephant: Isn't music Brother Xian's forte? Why is he crossing over? If he's distracted by acting, will he stop writing songs properly in the future? I think his latest song, "Sunshine Boy," is clearly a decline in quality!]

[My wife's husband is so handsome: What are you saying? Brother Xian is a true all-rounder! A little acting is a piece of cake for him, even without formal training! So what? Aren't there plenty of young, handsome actors and actresses these days who haven't studied acting? That new song, "Sunshine Boy," is indeed a bit inferior to "Invisible Wings," but the difference isn't huge. I believe Brother Xian will write another great song like "Invisible Wings"! Keep up the good work, Brother Xian! Create even greater glories!]

[Wind Blows, Butt Poop Flutters: Brother Xian is absolutely the future light of Tang Dynasty film and television dramas! I support Brother Xian in making it! Not only should he make it, but he should also win the Peony Award for Best Actor! Let them see how someone who was discouraged from making a comeback can achieve a life-changing reversal!]

[When the chrysanthemums bloom: Best Actor? Peony Award? Pshaw, you late-night snack group, have some shame! Praising your 'Brother Xian' so much, aren't you afraid he'll fall and die in the end?]

……

This wave of kagune was far too fierce, completely exceeding Ye Xian's expectations.

When he learned of this the next day, he was stunned: "How could so many people be attacking my little TV series?"

"Brother Xian, you're a second-tier superstar!"

Sun Li slapped her forehead. This guy in front of her always seemed to forget who he was.

As a second-tier star, who could step into the first tier at any moment, any word you say can be interpreted in countless ways!

Ding Zhan was also somewhat worried: "This is clearly a multi-production crew ganging up on us. Your live stream has touched a nerve with many people."

Ye Xian spread his hands: "Then what should we do? 'Dream of the Red Chamber' doesn't have much of a readership to begin with. If it's released rashly and flops, who will compensate me for my losses?"

Ding Zhan snorted, "What losses could there be? At least they weren't wrong about one thing: the official 'Dream of the Red Chamber' account and your account have received more than enough in donations! Add to that the merchandise you've already started selling, and the wine, and your investment will probably break even next month!"

Ye Xian chuckled.

Times have changed. If you're still foolish enough to wait until the film is released before searching for platforms to sell first-run, second-run, and third-run broadcasting rights, then you're completely out of touch!

Ultimately, investing in film and television dramas is a business, and a high-risk one at that.

How many movies and TV series have been ruined by celebrities whose careers have collapsed?

In another world, six or seven dramas were unable to be broadcast due to the scandals involving celebrities.

That's not just one or two projects; it's the most important time of an actress's life being wasted! What does it mean to have no new works released for several consecutive years?

It's completely dead!

Even many haters are advising their idols to stay away from Xiaoxue, believing that she is a jinx.

The problem is, when your idol has a problem, you blame Xiaoxue?

Xiaoxue hasn't even sued you for ruining her artistic career yet!

Therefore, Ye Xian would not pin his hopes on the unknown future. To succeed in the film and television business, the key is to recoup his investment in advance.

Therefore, even before Ye Xian's film started filming, he had already made a fortune from tips, merchandise sales, and the Drunken Dream Pavilion. Even the Sixth Princess couldn't help but praise Ye Xian for doing a great job. Just based on these revenues alone, it's easy to predict that the return on this drama will be substantial.

"The problem is that many people are posing as true fans and constantly praising you to the point of ruin! They say you're sure to win the Peony Award and the Best Actor award!"

Sun Li said worriedly.

Ye Xian chuckled, speechless. "Me? A movie star? Are you kidding me?"

After discussing for a long time, the group still couldn't come up with a way to deal with these haters. After all, this time was different from the previous times. What they said was true. Even if he was a second-tier star who had never acted before, the public had the right to doubt his acting skills.

Moreover, they didn't spread rumors; they did indeed profit from the situation beforehand.

Having already gained an advantage, one shouldn't act innocent.

Besides, flattery to the point of destruction is an open conspiracy; what do you do with these fake fans?

Ye Xian thought about it and decided to let it go.

Go ahead and criticize!

Black and red are still red!

It would be better if everyone online smeared him!

This will save me the expense of advertising.

A film emperor? Hmph, I'm just a salesman. I don't apply for or participate in any awards. Let's see what you can do about it.

Ding Zhan and Sun Li didn't have any good ideas either, but they still suggested that Ye Xian discuss it with the Sixth Princess, since the Sixth Princess was the major shareholder of this drama.

It's very taboo to not inform the major shareholders when problems arise.

"I already know!"

When Li Yunxi received Ye Xian's call, she didn't take it seriously at all: "Just wait and see what tomorrow's news says!"

Ye Xian was overjoyed. Sure enough, having the royal family as a backer made things much easier!

Choosing to cooperate with the Sixth Princess was definitely the wisest decision I ever made.

……

April 28, Friday, the day before the May Day holiday.

The Royal Inspector has made its move!

Just as a group of online trolls were besieging Ye Xian, the Royal Observer promptly published an editorial.

"...Recently, Ye Xian, a full-time live-streaming e-commerce host, has been quite active!"

With his hit songs, he stirred up the music scene, making many young idols and popular stars uneasy and hesitant to release bad songs.

Not content with this, he wrote "Dream of the Red Chamber" and "Strange Tales from a Chinese Studio". These two books themselves are not particularly remarkable. They were just stories that Ye Xian told in his live broadcast to sell goods. Later, they were compiled and published.

His original stories were recognized by the Sixth Princess, who invested in the TV adaptation of "Dream of the Red Chamber." It was this investment that once again caused Ye Xian to stir up trouble in the film and television industry.

Ye Xian used an unconventional yet trendy approach to publicly showcase the audition and casting process for a drama series via live stream.

Ye Xian's actions stirred up a hornet's nest!

There are unspoken rules in the entertainment industry.

In the past, a director or producer could decide who would act in a show based on just one sentence. However, such people might not have the acting skills or even be unsuitable for the role. This was because some might have joined the cast with their own investment, some might have joined through connections, and some might have joined through some kind of under-the-table deal.

These lead actors may be considered suitable by the director or producer.

But in the public eye, it may not be appropriate.

... "

P.S.: Today's Recap

Haizhou aged liquor inventory: 5722 bottles

Coco Lee has passed away. Mourning!

I love "Dao Ma Dan" so much. I wanted to write this song before, but I'll wait until after this period of time.

(End of this chapter)