Reborn in the Entertainment Industry: This Top Star Has Real Achievements

Therefore, during the interviews, the public's inclinations were quite obvious...

Those who praise Li Xiang mostly say things like "steady," "talented," and "people from the Beijing Film Academy are indeed different."

But when it comes to the little yellow duck, the tone starts to become subtle.

Especially those big names who don't get along with Zhang Weiping, their words were full of hidden meanings, with some even saying that her acting skills were "truly good, so good that they're almost natural"...

At first glance, this sounds like a compliment, but upon closer examination, it carries a hint of mockery. After all, anyone with a discerning eye can tell that it implies she has no acting skills and is purely natural.

These little actions by people in the industry are, in essence, just about joining in the fun and making sarcastic remarks.

We're not irreconcilable enemies, so there's no need for anyone to go all out and confront each other head-on.

So even though some interviews were openly or subtly unfavorable to Little Yellow Duck, she didn't take them too seriously.

Moreover, in terms of current online buzz, the little yellow duck has indeed surpassed Li Xiang by more than one point.

Not only was Li Xiang aware of this, but Huace had also been prepared for it for some time.

After all, this is a Zhang Yimou film, and it's marketed as an art film with the tagline of "the purest love story."

Before its official release, it's inevitable that some people will compare it to "My Father and Mother".

You should know that that movie made Zhang Ziyi an overnight sensation.

Considering this, it's no surprise that netizens feel Little Yellow Duck's future career is bright and its popularity remains high.

Li Xiang, on the other hand, only managed to avoid falling too far behind thanks to Director Zhang's influence and the praise from the celebrities he interviewed.

However, he felt that was enough.

Once the movie is released, as long as the audience isn't prejudiced, with his acting skills and looks, and with the company creating some buzz...

He refused to believe that the audience couldn't tell who the real good actors were.

Since you have a natural advantage in terms of plot, I'll surpass you in terms of acting skills. That's another kind of fairness.

Just as he was pondering this, his phone vibrated. It was a message from Sister Zhou, asking if he was available to take the call now.

Li Xiang immediately dialed back, and the call was answered instantly.

"Are there any more classes?" Sister Zhou's voice came through the receiver.

"If you don't have class, I'll come pick you up right now. The company contacted a magazine and arranged a cover for you, the release date is right after the movie's release."

"Okay, I don't have classes this afternoon, come over."

After hanging up the phone, Li Xiang got up to tidy up the textbooks on the table.

This magazine cover is his first official foray into the fashion industry, so he'll have to do his best.

It's worth noting that some high-profile endorsements in the industry are even more valued than the titles of Best Actor and Best Actress.

At least in certain situations, those who hold top-tier endorsements do indeed wield considerable influence and power.

He certainly didn't want to be seated at the very edge of events in the future, like an artist detached from worldly affairs.

As for the "fashion expression" that others often talk about, it sounds mysterious, but in his opinion, it's really just about looks and state of mind.

I have a naturally good appearance, so as long as I don't act too stiffly, I should be able to handle it.

He carefully put his phone away and then tidied his hair in front of the mirror. After all, this was a good opportunity to show his face, and he needed to put on a good show.

Once in the car, Sister Zhou turned to Li Xiang and explained in detail: "This time, we've secured a deal with Esquire magazine for you. It's one of the top five men's magazines and is known for being difficult to get into."

The company and Teacher Wang put in a lot of effort for this.

This magazine is a long-established one, and it has always only recognized celebrities and their style. To put it bluntly, it is quite particular about status and works.

"If you weren't currently playing the male lead in Director Zhang's film, you wouldn't even be able to dream of such an opportunity."

Seeing Li Xiang looking over, Sister Zhou met his gaze and said earnestly, "I'm telling you this not to put pressure on you, nor to make you grovel—"

After what happened with Teacher Wang, I also communicated with Director Li and found that some of those attitudes were really unnecessary.

No matter how talented they are, they are just one link in the fashion industry, and no matter how much influence they have, they cannot escape this circle.

Moreover, this industry is very realistic. If you don't have the ability, no matter how humble you are, you won't get genuine respect.

Conversely, if you have status and confidence, even if you're a bit aloof, people will just say you have personality.

"So when we get there, we should be polite, but we shouldn't lose our sense of propriety."

Sister Zhou looked at him with sincere eyes, "Do you know why Teacher Wang went to such great lengths to get you published in this magazine?"

It's because during your last meeting that you weren't intimidated by him, didn't follow his lead, and had your own ideas and principles, which made him think you have a lot of personality.

Therefore, politeness is a sign of good manners, while individuality is a source of confidence; these two are not mutually exclusive if you want to establish yourself in the fashion industry.

Since Sister Zhou has put it this way, what else does Li Xiang not understand?

It's simply that when you're not yet established enough, you rely on your personality and inherent qualities to get by; once you've gained a foothold in the future, you'll let your seniority speak for itself.

Presumably, this was Zhou Jie subtly reminding herself not to be too sycophantic.

He surmised that celebrities these days probably go to great lengths to secure so-called fashion resources...

Otherwise, Sister Zhou wouldn't have bothered to give him these roundabout instructions.

He's always been the type to listen to advice, so since that's the case, he might as well go with the flow.

So what if he doesn't have many fashion resources right now? He's going to win Best Actor sooner or later, so a little time won't make a difference.

When it really comes to that, everything that's meant to be will naturally come.

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It has to be said that the headquarters of a fashion magazine are indeed very different from those of ordinary companies; at least in Li Xiang's eyes, the prestige of it is definitely on point.

I took the elevator from the underground parking garage to the magazine's headquarters.

As soon as the elevator doors opened, a completely different atmosphere wafted out.

The main color scheme is cool gray and white, with large black and white geometric patterns hanging on the wall. Light cuts in obliquely through the high windows, highlighting the texture of the quiet atmosphere.

Following Sister Zhou inside, we soon spotted Teacher Wang.

He was talking to a short man standing by the reception desk. The man was wearing a well-tailored black suit, which exuded competence and a sense of aloofness.

Seeing them approach, Wang Ya immediately waved and called out, "Over here!"

As he got closer, he naturally began to introduce them, first patting the man next to him: "Jiang Ming, this is Li Xiang, the male lead in Director Zhang's new film."

"What do you think? This young man has a good presence, doesn't he?"

The man called Jiang Ming fixed his gaze on Li Xiang. His eyes weren't sharp, but they carried a scrutinizing quality.

My gaze swept from his eyebrows and eyes down to his posture, and after a few seconds he nodded slightly, a faint, almost imperceptible smile curving his lips.

"Li Xiang, this is Jiang Ming, the editor-in-chief of Esquire magazine, and also the chief planner of this cover."

As for me, I'm the stylist for your magazine cover this time.

As he spoke, he raised an eyebrow. "Surprised enough, huh?"