Rebirth of Chinese Entertainment, starting with the strategy of 95 flowers to counterattack

Chapter 107: Beijing Film Academy Freshman Zhang Jingyi

Of course, an official announcement is impossible! He doesn't want it to collapse into ruins now!
I coaxed Sister Meng for a long time and repeatedly assured her that this was a promotion for the new drama, and only then did I get through.

In fact, Sister Meng was not that angry with Gu Yang. Regardless of whether this video was a promotional clip or not, he, Gu Yang, was the victim.

She replayed the slow motion countless times and carefully observed Gu Yang's expression at that time!
It’s all the fault of that woman named Tian Xiwei!

Sister Meng has already written her down in her little notebook!

……

Huaxia Youth League

The conference room was filled with smoke, and the light from the projector seemed particularly bright in the dimness.

Minister Li of the Youth League Propaganda Department stood in front of the stage, his expression solemn and somewhat expectant.

"Comrades, this youth version of the music video for 'The Chinese Dream' that we're going to create is of great significance. It's been five years since the Chinese Dream was proposed. Through this music video, we must showcase the youthful vigor, responsibility, and pursuit of dreams of the new era, so that young people across the country can be inspired by this energy and actively participate in national development."

Minister Li knocked on the desk and glanced at everyone present.

"We have initially selected a group of young representatives to participate in the filming. Guan Xiaotong has good acting skills and image. The youthful vitality he has shown in film and television works in the past two years is very consistent with our theme."

"Guo Zifan has a solid dance foundation and strong artistic expression."

"And Liu Meilin from the Communication University of China. Her singing skills are obvious to all, with a clear and powerful voice. She is the perfect person to sing this song."

Minister Li pointed at the photo on the screen with a laser pen as he spoke.

Hearing Zhang Jingyi's name, someone murmured: "Zhang Jingyi? She's still a newcomer, can she do it?"

Minister Li smiled and cleared his throat. "Yes, Zhang Jingyi is still a newcomer, having only been admitted to the Beijing Film Academy this year. But think about it, this MV is all about youth and freshness. She has that unpolished, unadorned energy that many established actors lack."

"Although she is a newcomer, she is not at all stage-shy. She has actively participated in the school's art festival and campus news recordings, and has accumulated a lot of experience on stage and in front of the camera," Minister Li added.

Xiao Wang from the Publicity Department raised his hand and said, "I've heard that she was reported by many media outlets as 'the most beautiful art student in southern Hunan' during her art exam. Her image and temperament are impeccable, and she has a great sense of the camera. She looks very photogenic."

"Not only that," Minister Li continued, "Although Zhang Jingyi doesn't have any representative works yet, she has huge potential. She is only a freshman and has a long way to go in the future of acting. By choosing her, we are also giving young newcomers an opportunity and encouraging more young people with dreams to pursue them bravely. This is also in line with the spirit of our music video."

"These candidates are all great. They fit in well with our theme, have positive images, and are appealing to young people."

Everyone was discussing with each other, and the atmosphere was lively.

At this time, someone asked, "How do we decide between Wang Junkai and Gu Yang? We originally decided on Wang Junkai, but in terms of national popularity and fan base, it's clear that Gu Yang has a better lead now."

The conference room suddenly became quiet, and everyone's eyes were focused on Minister Li.

"Let's choose Gu Yang. He has to have a good reputation!"

A good-natured laugh broke out in the conference room.

"That's settled. Contact Gu Yang's team immediately to discuss the filming details and schedule. Everyone must make this filming a perfectionist one, so that the youth version of the MV for 'Chinese Dream' can become a spiritual force that inspires a generation of young people!"

Yanjing, Xingchen Media

"What did you say? The Huaxia Youth League invited me to participate in the filming of the youth version of the MV for "Huaxia Dream"?"

"Boss, the official documents have arrived!" Zhang Axin approached, holding up a tablet. "But you've seen the schedule. Next week, you're joining the crew of 'Better Days,' and at the end of the month, you'll be appearing on several variety shows for your new drama 'Daily Life of a Lady'..."

Gu Yang had a headache, but he stared at the words "Unite the youth and build the Chinese dream together" on the document and muttered to himself, "I'm already so busy, how can I find the time?"

"Then Boss, should I refuse?"

"No need." Gu Yang fell on the sofa helplessly, "This is the main theme mission."

“And I think this kind of activity is pretty good…”

Zhang Axin tried to speak, "Then I'll try my best to coordinate the schedule with them. The MV shooting shouldn't take more than a few days."

"Well, let's go."

Yenching, Beijing Film Academy dormitory

Zhang Jingyi slumped in a chair, biting a straw. The script was spread across her lap, its edges curled up. "Qiu Tian, ​​how do you control your tears when playing Sifeng? Last time we rehearsed, I couldn't stop crying."

Qiu Tian didn't even raise his head as he trimmed his eyebrows: "Isn't it better to cry like a faucet? Just win an Oscar."

Before he finished speaking, they both laughed out loud.

Zhang Jingyi grabbed a pillow and threw it, hitting Qiu Tian on the back. "Stop talking nonsense! By the way, when does that art film you've taken on start filming?"

"Next month." Qiu Tian drew his eyeliner in front of the mirror. "The director said we have to go to the mountains to experience life in advance. Even our cell phones have to be handed over."

"Serious? It won't be dangerous, right?"

"As long as there's a movie to shoot, I'm not afraid of anything!" She suddenly turned around and raised an eyebrow. "What about you? Have you received any good scripts recently?"

"How could I possibly have that? How long have I been enrolled? I don't have any connections, eh!"

Zhang Jingyi is from southern Hunan. She was born in 99 and just turned 18 this year.

She performed outstandingly in this year's art exam, and won certificates of performance from nine universities including Beijing Film Academy and the Central Academy of Drama. She was called "the most beautiful art exam candidate in southern Hunan" by the media.

His academic performance was particularly outstanding, with a score of 480, far exceeding the admission score by 165 points, and he was eventually selected into the 2017 Acting Department of Beijing Film Academy.

At that moment, her phone suddenly vibrated wildly. She looked down, her pupils dilated instantly. "Oh my god! The Huaxia Youth League sent me a message inviting me to film the youth version of the music video for 'Huaxia Dream'?!"

The phone fell to the ground with a "bang". She picked it up again with trembling hands and refreshed the page repeatedly to confirm.

"Is this true?!" Qiu Tian rushed over and snatched the phone.

Looking at the official document on the screen, she suddenly jumped up. "I told you! I told you that you'd be famous sooner or later! Even though it's just an MV, it'll get a lot of exposure!"

"Who knows, you might be spotted by some agency as soon as you participate in the show!"

"Uh-huh!"

The two of them hugged each other, laughing and dancing, until Zhang Jingyi suddenly froze: "Wait... Senior Gu Yang is on the list of actors?!"

Qiu Tian’s eyes lit up: “What???”

"Is that Gu Yang from Go Go Squid!? Our senior brother Gu Yang?"

"Yeah! That's him. Beijing Film Academy is on the list!"

"Wow, I'm so envious! I've been at this school for so long, and I've never even seen him once! I heard he's even more handsome in person than on TV!"

"Where did you hear that?"

"Those women in the class keep saying they've researched how to become famous quickly!"

"What do you mean?" Zhang Jingyi asked curiously.

"The fastest way is to sleep with Gu Yang!"

"What?! What a mess!" Zhang Jingyi felt her cheeks getting hot. She lowered her head and pretended to flip through the script: "Can you be a little more promising? But his acting is really good. I'm really looking forward to watching his new drama!"

"You don't understand, do you? Do you think Gu Yang is just an actor?"

"Is not it?"

"Tsk, do you think he's an ordinary artist like Wang Junkai? Galaxy Media knows about him, right?"

“I think I’ve heard of it!”

"Yes, a large number of our school graduates have now joined this company, and Gu Yang is the boss!"

"Ah? He's so powerful?"

"Of course, he's not only handsome, but also extremely rich and well-connected! Now you know why Gu Yang is known as the most desirable senior among the Beijing Film Academy students, right?"

"Okay, okay, you crazy girl!" Zhang Jingyi snatched the tablet with a smile, but she couldn't help but look forward to it in her heart.

The setting sun outside the window dyed half the sky red. She looked at the notification on her phone, her fingers unconsciously stroking Gu Yang's name on the screen, and the corners of her mouth slowly rose into an arc.

Three days later, at four in the morning.

The entire city of Yanjing was still immersed in a deep sleep when a minibus and several nanny cars drove into the Temple of Heaven Park one after another.

In order to shoot at the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, the filming team of the youth version of the MV of "Chinese Dream" arrived before the tourists entered the park.

The moonlight shines on the top of the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests. The blue tiles and golden roof emit a cool light in the night. The three eaves gradually shrink upwards, as if to break through the darkness before dawn and merge with the sky.

The branches of the surrounding ancient cypresses are intertwined, casting mottled shadows on the ground, as if telling the story of the long years.

Gu Yang was wearing a thin white hooded sweatshirt with the zipper zipped up to his chin. He got out of the car with his hands in his pockets, and the white breath he exhaled instantly dissipated in the cold air.

He spotted Guan Xiaotong standing not far away and quickly walked over to him, greeting him with a smile: "Squad leader, so early!"

Guan Xiaotong was wrapped in a thick down jacket, with a red cashmere scarf around her neck. She looked at her with a complicated expression, "Gu Yang, you've made it big! Where's Xiaoye? Are you two together?"

She admitted that she had made a mistake!

This playboy's rise to prominence was astonishing, but he was too careless about relationships!
It's been more than half a year, and he hasn't taken any offensive action against me yet!
What the hell?
Do you love it or not?
And there is his best friend Zhou Ye, who follows him around every day and even plays the leading role in his play.

What do you mean? She's been cheated on?
The two were chatting when Zhang Jingyi got out of another car holding a script.

She was wearing a light blue knitted dress with a short down jacket on top. Her delicate face was red from the cold, like a ripe apple.

She observed the situation around her and stood quietly in an inconspicuous corner.

"Huh?" Gu Yang noticed her and was stunned. He didn't expect to meet this girl.

"Bah!" Guan Xiaotong followed his gaze and cursed in his heart, "What a scumbag! He hasn't changed at all!"

"Your legs go weak when you see a pretty school girl, so why can't you stick with me?"

At this moment, the director shouted through a megaphone, "Everyone, hurry up and try to finish the shot of the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests before sunrise!"

The actors quickly took their positions, and the first shot was a group dance.

The music started and they began to dance to the rhythm. Although the cold wind cut through their skin like a knife, they still devoted themselves to it.

Zhang Jingyi almost slipped when she turned around. Gu Yang was quick to reach out and hold her waist, saying softly, "Be careful."

(End of this chapter)