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

Chapter 589: "A Chinese Ghost Story" Released

April 4rd, Qingming Festival.

A Chinese Ghost Story was released.

This story, adapted from the Nie Xiaoqian chapter of Ye Xian's "Strange Tales from a Chinese Studio," attracted widespread attention when it was released on such an eerie holiday.

And its box office performance was as terrifying as Ye Xian's previous films.

It grossed 19 billion yuan in its opening weekend.

This number once again proclaims the success of Ye Xian's commercial films.

#The Stunning Nie Xiaoqian

#NieNingCP

#Ye Xian and Chen Xu's Passionate Scenes

#Ye Xian and Chen Xu's on-screen romance turned real

#Ye Xian's new song "A Chinese Ghost Story"

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Various trending topics quickly dominated the top search rankings, and the CP pairing of Ye Xian and Chen Xu once again became the most dazzling stars.

Many media outlets are searching for the two actors, eager to interview them, as this is their first film after winning Best Actor and Best Actress awards. Some film critics are looking forward to critiquing it, hoping to demonstrate their authority and unique perspective.

However, one of them had already flown all over the Tang Dynasty to film "A Bite of Tang Dynasty," while the other was busy preparing for a world tour.

A few months after the New Year, the film "Lost and Found" was about to wrap up filming, giving Ye Xian more free time. He didn't plan to make any new films in the second half of the year and instead focused on completing his first world tour.

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"One more time!"

Inside the Qiuye Yanxuan live streaming base, Ye Xian was practicing dance with the top dance team of the Tang Dynasty. After several months of rehearsals, all the dances had been basically completed. Now, they were focusing on getting more familiar with the routines and adding singing elements.

"Preparations are almost complete. When will ticket pre-sales begin?"

After the rehearsal, Qiu Qing picked up a towel and carefully wiped away Ye Xian's sweat while asking him a question.

"Have all the venues in various locations been booked?"

After taking a few sips of water from Qiu Qing's glass, Ye Xian slumped onto the floor.

I'm so tired. Even though I've been paying close attention to my physical training, a performance is just too physically demanding.

"Everything has been agreed upon, and the contracts have all been signed."

Qiu Qing picked up her phone and showed Ye Xian the performance schedule sent by the partners. Ten first-tier cities in the Tang Dynasty were selected, with three performances in each city.

Three first-tier cities in the United Kingdom were selected, with two performances in each city.

There are a total of 13 stations and 36 events.

Performing in two cities each month, it would take a full six months.

"This is too much!" Ye Xian couldn't help but complain.

"There's nothing we can do; the Tang Dynasty was just too vast!"

Qiu Qing said helplessly, "Even so, there are still many first-tier cities we haven't been to, and the fans are very resentful."

"Okay, okay, for the money, for our future children."

Ye Xian stretched and sat up straight.

"What are you saying?"

Qiu Qing patted Ye Xian on the shoulder, then looked up at the side. The dance team members had all left, leaving only the two of them in the dance studio.

"Don't you want children?"

Ye Xian looked at Qiu Qing with a mischievous grin, making her blush. She buried her face in Ye Xian's chest and started punching him hard with her little fists.

"or……"

Ye Xian whispered something in Qiu Qing's ear, and Qiu Qing pounded even harder. Ye Xian chuckled mischievously, got up, and locked the door to the dance studio.

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The box office of "A Chinese Ghost Story" is unstoppable, and it has already surpassed 52 billion yuan in its second weekend.

Many film critics also stopped putting on airs and started praising "A Chinese Ghost Story" enthusiastically.

"...Old Luo, I've always been skeptical of Ye Xian's new film, thinking it's just a commercial film he made to cash in on his acting career after becoming a movie star. But after watching the whole movie, I realized that Ye Xian's movie star title was well-deserved."

Ye Xian perfectly portrayed Ning Caichen's clumsiness, foolishness, stupidity, purity, and infatuation. The innocent and naive Ning Caichen was able to win over Nie Xiaoqian, who had seen countless men, and it wasn't just because of his good looks.

Of course, no one can deny that this movie is definitely the peak of Ye Xian's appearance, no less than Ye Xian's makeup in "Dream of the Red Chamber". But this time Ye Xian did not deliberately make himself ugly like in "Hello Mr. Billionaire", nor did he make himself serious like in "Painted Skin", nor did he make himself sinister like in "The Vanished".

In this drama, Ye Xian brought out his good looks to the fullest, seemingly wanting to tell others that Nie Xiaoqian fell for Ning Caichen because of his appearance. But it was precisely this that highlighted Ning Caichen's passionate yet devoted side.

In a small temple, the treacherous and ruthless demons and monsters unfold, as well as the most beautiful true love and affection in the world. Truth and falsehood, beauty and ugliness, evil and good, love and desire are all thoroughly displayed in this small temple.

The fact that it achieved such high box office numbers only proves that Ye Xian truly lives up to his nickname as a top screenwriter; he has once again captured the hearts of the audience!

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Compared to other colleagues' praise of Ye Xian, I, Lao Li, am more inclined to admire Chen Xu's growth.

In just two short years, this girl with a background in directing has transformed her acting career. From being envied for her good fortune to being praised for her acting skills, Chen Xu has accomplished this in a very short time.

She accompanied her best friend Li Hong to an audition, but unexpectedly won the lead role, leading many to say she had incredible luck. She won Best Actress for "Dream of the Red Chamber," and many said she owed it to Liu Xiaoxiao's connections. She won Best Actress for "Painted Skin," and many said she owed it to Jiang Tian's connections. Every time she won a title, it seemed to be because of someone else's contribution.

Chen Xu has been in the industry for so long, but she can never shake off the label of being lucky, nor can she get rid of everyone's doubts about her. It seems that no one can see all her efforts, and some even slander her as Ye Xian's little lover, saying that Ye Xian's strong support for her is only because he likes her.

Chen Xu had also been troubled by this, but last time she openly accepted the label. Let them say whatever they want. Anyway, she is now learning from Ye Xian to be herself and not care what others say.

As it turns out, when you ignore the gossip and rumors from the outside world, those keyboard warriors and trolls lose their chance to hurt you.

This time, Chen Xu took on the role of a ghost in "A Chinese Ghost Story" all by herself. Without any other leading actors to help her, she relied on her solid acting skills to portray a female ghost that completely exceeded everyone's expectations.

Nie Xiaoqian's charm and allure were brought to life by her innate beauty, and she portrayed Nie Xiaoqian's passion and desire, her fairy-like and wicked nature, with exquisite detail.

After watching the whole movie, I felt that Ye Xian's brilliance was almost overshadowed by Chen Xu, but it didn't feel abrupt.

If I had some doubts about Chen Xu's acting skills before, now Chen Xu can easily handle different roles.

The different interpretations from film critics Lao Luo and Lao Li have once again sparked the interest of many casual viewers in the film "A Chinese Ghost Story." Some fans who have already seen the film are also recommending it to people around them.

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P.S.: Today's Recap

Haizhou aged liquor inventory: 2735 bottles

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