Huayu: The Big Players Behind the Scenes

Company 91

Qin Hao arrived excitedly, but left looking completely bewildered.

There was no audition, and no requirements.

Zhuang Huai'an asked him two questions.

"Do you have a talent agency?" Qin Hao shook his head.

"Would you be willing to sign with me?" Qin Hao nodded.

Then, Du Hua came up and led him downstairs.

"Director Du..."

Looking at Du Hua, who seemed younger than him, Qin Hao still couldn't bring himself to call her "sister." "Director Zhuang, what does this mean?"

"Isn't it obvious?"

Looking at the somewhat green young man, Du Hua smiled and said, "After signing the agency contract, you'll be the male lead in Director Zhuang's new movie, understand?"

"Understood." Qin Hao nodded, still somewhat incredulous. How could such a good thing have fallen into his lap?

Confused, Qin Hao followed Du Hua to the building next door. After seeing the agency contract, he was even more bewildered.

The company handles taxes, and the revenue is split 50/50.

Do I, a newcomer, really deserve this kind of treatment?

Without much thought, Qin Hao signed his name without hesitation.

With this, Mr. Qin, 91, has returned to his rightful place.

cough…

December 1th,

Filming for "Love Like a Bouquet" has begun in Shanghai.

Zhuang Huai'an originally wanted to sneak into the city, after all, he had drunk Xiaomixue in his later life and was a rural resident. He was worried that the Oriental Pearl Tower would activate its defense mode and give him a laser.

But Professor Ren refused. This news had to be released, otherwise Shanghai Film Group would have wasted its investment.

As a result, sixty or seventy media outlets came to the opening ceremony, and even our old friend Enlight Media sent a reporter to join in the fun.

Faced with this lineup, actors Qin Hao, Dong Xuan, Guo Jinfei, and others all appeared somewhat nervous.

When filming in mainland China, Zhuang Huai'an never goes through those religious rituals. At most, he would set off a string of firecrackers according to the customs of his hometown. But this is Shanghai, and he is not some ambitious young man who sets off his dreams on the streets on New Year's Eve.

It's best not to get involved in this kind of trouble.

In front of a small bar in Jing'an District, Lin Jiachuan, who was working as a script supervisor, walked up to the camera and made a decision.

"Scene 1, shot 1 of 'Love Like a Bouquet,' amazing!"

The three from the vocational high school class came to work again this time. In the words of their cousin Zhang Songwen, since they don't have any film contracts recently, they might as well come to the film set to help out. With their own people around, Zhuang Huai'an can have less to worry about.

In fact, all three of them have already reserved their spots in the directing program at Beijing Film Academy next year. They may not necessarily become directors in the future, but it's good to learn more.

Zhuang Huai'an also agreed with this. It's not that he insisted on promoting the three outstanding students in the vocational high school class. He has always believed that if you have the ability, you should go for it; if you don't have the ability, don't even try.

As long as the three of them can prove their abilities, it wouldn't hurt to give them a chance. With so many works in his mind, even he, Zhuge Liang, and Feng Chu couldn't film them all.

It's better to use your own people than outsiders.

During filming

When celebrities come to Shanghai, they visit the film set regardless of whether they know the person or not, hoping to become familiar with the audience.

Since "Love Like a Bouquet" is a modern drama with many outdoor scenes, it's impossible to completely seal off the film set.

Anyway, there's no rush for this drama, and Qin Hao and Dong Xuan's acting skills don't need too much training, so Zhuang Huai'an simply built a seven-star stove, boiled water from three rivers in a copper kettle, set up an eight-immortal table, and entertained guests from all directions.

Fortunately, the three heroes from the vocational high school class were also there. Some less famous artists didn't dare to talk to Zhuang Huai'an directly, so they asked the three of them to handle the reception. This can be considered a kind of social etiquette.

This attitude warmed the hearts of many young artists who visited the set, and they praised Zhuang Huai'an on various occasions after returning home.

Wang Changtian, the director of the film studio, was so eager to get Zhuang Huai'an to allow him to set up a film crew outside the studio that he practically knelt down to him.

Since they're all JB buddies, Zhuang Huai'an also needs media hype, so he simply let reporters from Enlight Media openly follow the crew and film the artists visiting the set.

With the continuous coverage from the media, even more people came to visit the set.

The entire film set seemed to have become Captain Jia's People's Store.

You say you're very famous?

Hey, it's not that I don't believe you, but whether you become famous or not isn't up to you to decide.

The celebrities who have visited the set of "Love Like a Bouquet" are considered famous.

Those who haven't been to my place aren't truly famous, no matter who says they are.

Director Zhuang's gold-medal certification, is that clear enough?

"I'm fucking impressed!"

Zhuang Huai'an took off his headphones and looked at the several actresses still vying for attention outside the film set, feeling utterly speechless.

People really can't empathize with their past selves. Wang Changtian, you old bastard, did you bewitch me? How could I agree to let you send paparazzi?

I regret it now, I regret it so much.

"Tsk, what a show of force."

Lin Jiachuan grinned like a spoiled rich kid, "Hey, do you guys think this movie has the potential to break 2 million at the box office?"

"Impossible..." Zhou Yiwei was more rational and said after careful consideration, "Right now, the only movies that have grossed over 200 million are 'Hero' and 'That Ship,' both of which are blockbusters."

"That's true. We're still a small-scale production, but with the director's reputation, it's only a matter of time before we break their plans." Lin Jiachuan was already looking forward to the "The Martian" project next year.

"Let's not talk about that."

Zhuang Huai'an put down his headphones, stood up, and stretched. "The filming here is done. Haozi, check the footage. Lao Zhou and Lao Lin, let's wrap up and move on to another location tomorrow."

"it is good."

In "The Crouching Dragon and the Young Phoenix," Wang Zhiyong's artistic skills are strong, and Sun Hao's cinematic language is strong. Together, they make a truly qualified director.

Therefore, Sun Hao has almost become Zhuang Huai'an's "go-to" photographer, which is sufficient for the small productions he has shot so far.

Since Wang Zhiyong had experience as a housekeeper, and Yang Chen is now in Hollywood, Wang Zhiyong will continue to be responsible for household matters.

At this time,

Zhang Songwen rushed over and switched to the crew's usual address, "Director, everyone's saying that Brother Ke Shouliang died last night from an asthma attack caused by excessive drinking. His body is currently being kept at Longhua Temple."

"what?"

The group looked shocked. Zhuang Huai'an quickly took out his phone and saw that it was December 10th.

Alas, I still couldn't avoid this calamity.

Zhuang Huai'an sighed inwardly.

Ko Shou-liang and Fei Yu-ching have a good relationship. When he came to Shanghai for an event some time ago, he even made a special trip to visit the film crew.

When Zhuang Huai'an noticed that Ke Shouliang looked unwell, he tried to persuade him to drink less and stay up less late, but Ke Shouliang brushed it off by saying that people in the martial arts world have no choice but to follow their own path.

did not expect…

Zhuang Huai'an greatly admired the first person to leap across the Yellow River, and having already established a relationship through a visit to the set, and given that the man was in Shanghai, it was only right and proper for him to pay his respects.

Has the official obituary been issued yet?

"It's out."

Zhang Songwen's expression was also not very good. After all, few people of his generation were unaware of the feat of crossing the Yellow River.

"Xiao Hei's son, Ke Youlun, confirmed the news through Shanghai TV and said that a ceremony will be held at Longhua Temple on the 12th."

"Okay, let the crew know they're off the day after tomorrow. Guys, come with me."

"Okay." The group nodded in unison.

Zhuang Huai'an couldn't help but sigh again.

Life is unpredictable; we should accept that.

...

Early in the morning of July 12th,

The group went to Longhua Temple, where their old friend, Brother Xueyou, was also present.

When they get together, there's bound to be another round of sighs.

Ko Shou-liang was a man of the underworld, with a very generous and righteous personality. He would always give generously to anyone who came to him for help, so much so that after his death, Ko Yu-lun was somewhat strapped for cash when he wanted to give him a proper send-off.

In the end, it was Cheung Hok-yau and Lau Tak-wah who helped with the funeral arrangements.

Upon learning this, Zhuang Huai'an increased the amount of money given as tribute.

Xiao Hei Ge was a good person; he shouldn't have left us in such a heartbreaking way.