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In the film market, "If You Are the One 2" has benefited from Feng Xiaogang's reputation built over many years in the Lunar New Year film season.

It grossed 3300 million yuan on its opening day.

The next day, 4700 million.

Industry insiders unanimously believe that this achievement will be a major upset.

On the third day, the situation took a sharp turn for the worse, with daily box office revenue dropping to just over 30 million.

The media immediately stopped mentioning the box office catching up and turned their attention to product placement.

According to information released by Huayi, the cost of 20 product placements in "If You Are the One 2" reached 60 million yuan.

The film had already made a profit before its release.

In this regard, some investors from [Universal Pacific] advised Tian Xiaole to arrange for more product placements.

Due to the film's influence, major brands offered extremely high prices, but all were rejected.

Currently, only pre-roll ads are accepted, so as not to affect the movie viewing experience.

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The news that "The Witch" had been submitted for review was not deliberately kept secret and spread quickly.

When this movie was first conceived, it caused quite a stir and even involved the "digital army".

Many movie fans online have been eagerly awaiting news of the film's release.

The most proactive one was Jing Tian, ​​that little girl.

"Brother Le, when is our movie scheduled for release?"

"Summer vacation movie season, the themes are very suitable for teenagers, especially students with a lot of enthusiasm."

"Brother Xiao Le, can I win over the audience? I'm not very confident in myself."

Jing Tian's leading roles in movies and TV series have all been poorly received in terms of both critical acclaim and commercial success. I'm really worried she'll mess up the role of "The Witch".

Tian Xiaole sensed her worry and comforted her, "I've seen the finished film. Your acting is up to par, and with the cool special effects, the results won't be too bad."

"With your words, I feel relieved."

Jing Tian rarely had a reason to call Tian Xiaole, so she took the initiative to start a conversation and asked:

"Brother Xiao Le, what have you been busy with lately?"

"Editing, keeping an eye on the post-production of the film."

"Oh, then it shouldn't be considered too busy. Can I treat you to dinner? Thank you for casting me as the female lead in 'The Witch'."

Jing Tian took the initiative to invite him.

"No need for dinner, and no need for thanks. You're perfect for this role, and besides..."

After thinking about it, Tian Xiaole decided not to tell her about Lu Zhen spending money to buy the role.

"That's all for now, I'm busy."

Hearing the busy tone, Jing Tian tossed her phone aside in frustration, muttering irritably:

"After all this time, can't you figure out what I'm thinking? You're such a nuisance!"

Meanwhile, Tian Xiaole, unaware that Jing Tian was nagging him from behind, was answering a phone call from Liu Shishi.

"Brother Le, Sister Cai has been very good to me. I want to wait until my contract expires before I leave."

Upon hearing this, Tian Xiaole frowned. Cai Yinong was no good person.

"You need to think this through. Sugar Man doesn't have the resources to give you, and their self-produced TV series aren't of high quality."

Okay, if you don't want to express your gratitude verbally, I'll go directly to Cai Yinong.

Tian Xiaole and Liu Shishi got along very well, so he wanted to keep her by his side and nurture her.

It also serves as a warning that the entertainment industry is rife with corruption, and she is a prime example of this.

"Please don't! If I really go there, how am I supposed to get along with Tang Yan?"
So I've thought about it, and it's better for everyone to have some distance from each other.

These words made Tian Xiaole think for a moment; indeed, he hadn't considered everything thoroughly.

Liu Shishi's personality is that of someone who doesn't compete or fight for anything, and she also feels guilty towards those who come after her.

If it were someone like Fan Binbin or Yang Mi, with a strong personality and clear goals...

The first thing to do is to get rid of Tang Yan and take over Madam Tian's position.

"Alright then, if Cai Yinong makes any unreasonable demands, you should refuse them. If that doesn't work, come to me."

"Yes, I will. I will read the script first when I accept a role."

Liu Shishi said that Cai Yinong always asked for her opinion before accepting roles, which put Tian Xiaole at ease.

Cai Yinong, a woman, has managed to develop sugar figurines to this day, which shows she has a keen eye for trends and opportunities.

Especially in the entertainment industry, a circle with clear class distinctions, Liu Shishi being singled out by Tian Xiaole would naturally lead to deeper speculation.

New Year's Day has arrived.

"Let the Bullets Fly" saw a decline in daily box office revenue, achieving a total of 3000 million yuan.

With his film grossing over 5 million yuan, Jiang Wen has joined the "5 Million Yuan Director Club".

The film "If You Are the One 2", which competed with it at the same time, was completely crushed at the box office.

Once upon a time, Feng Xiaogang was synonymous with the Lunar New Year film season, having single-handedly created this genre.

Now, Jiang Wenju's "Let the Bullets Fly" is being thoroughly humiliated.

However, regardless of the film's box office performance, Ge You became the biggest winner of the Lunar New Year film season.

Starring in three films by three renowned directors, all released during the Lunar New Year holiday season, is unprecedented and unlikely to be repeated.

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In the office, Lu Yang wore a bewildered expression. The promotional period for "Brotherhood of Blades" had begun, and the female lead had disappeared.

"Don't look so down. I have some good news for you. Humanity 4 is doing well at the North American box office, and professional organizations predict that it will gross over $100 million worldwide."

"I was worried about how to promote it, but now I have the materials."

The film "Brotherhood of Blades" is different from traditional martial arts films, and it is not about court intrigue; it touches on both.

"Senior brother, will Yang Mi be able to make it back for the promotional tour?"

Lu Yang values ​​the pre-release publicity for a film, as it is related to box office performance.

"It's not too late, we've already set off and are coming back."

Yang Mi is a nobody in Hollywood, yet she attended the premiere. The film's success is attributed to the positive word-of-mouth of its predecessors.

Lu Yang left satisfied to oversee the promotional plan for "Brotherhood of Blades".

Tian Xiaole glanced at the time and headed to the airport.

Tang Yan threw a tantrum and insisted that he pick her up from the airport.

Considering that we hadn't seen each other for so long, I agreed to her request.

On the way to the airport, the radio broadcasted promotional news for "New Shaolin Temple".

This film boasts a star-studded cast including Jackie Chan, Andy Lau, Fan Bingbing, and Nicholas Tse, and has received considerable publicity.

Tian Xiaole had always known that the person who played the wooden fish was rich, but she didn't expect it to be so extravagant.

I switched channels several times, and they were all news about movies.

In the airport parking lot, before the plane had even landed, Tian Xiaole sent a message to Tang Yan.
I shifted to a more comfortable sitting position, turned up the channel volume, and listened to what they were saying.

During the interview, Jackie Chan was undoubtedly the main focus of the questions.

Secondly, it wasn't Liu Dehua, but Fan Binbin.

"Brother Jackie Chan often films in Hollywood, and Binbin has also recently participated in a Hollywood movie. Does Brother Jackie Chan have any experience to share?"

"Of course we have experience. It's not easy for us Chinese to make Hollywood movies. We have to win over these foreigners with our strength."

A beautiful woman like Binbin should showcase her strengths, and it would be best if she knew some martial arts…

Jackie Chan gestured wildly, recounting the hardships he faced when venturing into the US, while inadvertently showcasing his connections.

"If Binbin ever runs into trouble in Hollywood, just come to me, and I'll take care of it for you. I know Schwarzenegger, Stallone, Cruise... I'm very familiar with all of them..."

"Thank you, brother. I'll have to trouble you in the future."

Fan Binbin spoke sincerely, which surprised Cheng Long. He was just being polite and bragging, so why did he take it seriously?
"..."

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An announcement came over the airport's public address system: the flight from Los Angeles had landed.

At the international exit, Tang Yan wore sunglasses and a pink down jacket. Even though she's a mother of a four-year-old, her girlish heart remains unchanged.

"Mimi, did the company arrange a car to pick you up? If not, take my car, someone will come to pick me up."

Tang Yan turned around and asked Yang Mi, whom she had met on the same flight, her eyes behind her sunglasses full of anticipation.

"No need, Sister Yan, a car is here to pick me up." "Okay then." Tang Yan was a little disappointed, but her eyes lit up when she saw the car parked not far away.

"I'll be going now, see you at the company."

He called out and, without waiting for the assistant pushing the suitcase behind him, jogged to the van.

In the car, Tang Yan threw herself into Tian Xiaole's arms and kissed him without saying a word.

At this moment, Yang Mi froze on the spot.

The moment the car door opened, she saw Tian Xiaole's profile.

She didn't expect that he would come to pick up Tang Yan in person. No wonder he is the top star.

"Mimi, what are you standing there for? Hurry up and get in the car," Zeng Jia urged, looking at Yang Mi who was in a daze.

"Oh, here we come."

Once in the car, Yang Mi realized that the women around Tian Xiaole were also treated in different tiers.

Tang Yan's ability to have Tian Xiaole pick her up at the airport suggests they have a very close relationship, given that they've known each other for so many years.

Yang Mi didn't dare to let Tian Xiaole pick her up, and she hadn't even thought about it.

The difference in their social status is too great.

She looked at Zeng Jia and asked very seriously:

"Jiajia, do you think it's possible for me to become Mrs. Tian?"

Zeng Jia was stunned for a moment, wondering what had gotten into Yang Mi that made her have such a fantasy.

She thought for a moment and then said seriously, "What was your impression of Director Tian when you were with him?"

"Hmm, very strong, very fierce, very hardworking on me."

Zeng Jia: ...

What inappropriate words! That's not what she was asking.

"I'm not asking about your performance in bed, I'm asking about how you usually get along."

"usually?"

Yang Mi shook her head in disappointment, recalling that her relationship with Tian Xiaole seemed to have always taken place in hotels, and they hadn't really gotten to know each other at all.

Ultimately, their relationship was rather abnormal.

Zeng Jia finally understood: Yang Mi dreamed of becoming Mrs. Tian every day, but little did she know that she was just one of Tian Xiaole's women.

Or, to put it more accurately, physical relationship.

Because the two of them didn't have any feelings for each other!

"Honey, stop having illusions. With Director Tian's status in the film industry, he won't lack women around him."

"Use the contract period to make more money with company resources, build connections, and become your own boss in the future."

These words sent a jolt through Yang Mi, awakening a certain power within her.

"That's right. Instead of having unrealistic fantasies, we should make more money. That's the only truth."

Seeing that Yang Mi listened to advice, Zeng Jia smiled with relief, fearing that she might get stuck in a rut and try to use her status as Mrs. Tian to cross social classes.

"However, you must not break off your relationship with Director Tian. You should do your best to please him so that you can get better resources."

"I'm not stupid, of course I won't refuse. Director Tian's technique is good, he made me feel really good."

After these words, there was a three-second silence in the car, followed by a burst of silvery laughter.

"Oh my, Jiajia, you're so dirty-minded."

"Will you tell me or not? Will you tell me or not?"

Zeng Jia immediately started tickling Yang Mi's armpits, making the latter tremble with excitement.

"Okay, okay, I'll tell you..."

The two heads huddled together and began to whisper among themselves, with occasional exclamations of surprise from Zeng Jia.

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Zhang Yimou's new film, "The Flowers of War," held a press conference.

Zhang Weiping seems uncomfortable if he doesn't stir things up. In front of the male lead, Bale, he addressed the media, saying:

"For the male lead, Leonardo DiCaprio was the first choice, but after careful consideration, Bale was ultimately chosen..."

When pressed by reporters, Zhang Weiping revealed Bale's salary.

$2000 million!
Instantly, the group of reporters realized what was happening.

Given Leonardo DiCaprio's exceptional status in Hollywood, his salary is secondary; there must be other conditions attached.

To put it bluntly, they couldn't afford Zhang Weiping, so they had to settle for second best.

However, Bell's return on investment was not bad either, reaching 1/55 in the eyes of Hollywood producers.

Nevertheless, the news of a $2000 million investment astonished the industry.

A movie with an investment of 600 million yuan, and the male lead took one-sixth of it. No wonder everyone wants to go to Hollywood to get a prestigious title; the salaries are terrifying.

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"Let the Bullets Fly" grossed over 600 million yuan in 27 days, with daily box office revenue dropping to around 10 million yuan.

Meanwhile, the distributor, China Film Group, announced that the film had obtained an extension key, extending its screening time by one month.

This move drew criticism from several films scheduled for release, but none dared to publicly condemn it.

Looking at "If You Are the One 2", after 21 days of release, it grossed a total of 4.21 million yuan, but its momentum waned and it showed signs of decline.

At the same time, the movie "Shaolin," starring many big names, was released.

With nothing to do at home, Tian Xiaole indulged Tang Yan, who then put the plan to have a son back on the agenda.

After the rain drenched the rake once more, he held a satisfied Tang Yan in his arms and fell peacefully asleep.

The next day.

While Tian Xiaole was eating breakfast and browsing online news, Zhang Dapao started causing trouble again.

"The Flowers of War" is an adaptation of a novel. To avoid being preempted by a TV series of the same name, Zhang Yimou bought the film and TV rights.

The original author was quite a clever person. Knowing that making a TV series of the same name would definitely make money, he went to discuss with Zhang Yimou about buying back the copyright.

Zhang Yimou was very straightforward and immediately agreed, but they would have to wait until the movie was released.

Who would have thought that Zhang Dapao was an unscrupulous person who sold the TV series rights behind Zhang Yimou's back?

After the original author learned of the situation, he went to question Zhang Yimou, who was completely bewildered and unaware of the situation.

In Tian Xiaole's view, Zhang Weiping treated Zhang Yimou like an employee, showing no regard for the latter's reputation.

I can't quite tell the difference between the two kings anymore.

If Zhang Yimou really leaves New Pictures, Zhang Weiping will be nothing but a fart, and nobody will take him seriously.

"Bah, I'm hungry too."

Little Tianxin had two little braids, her round face was rosy, and she was holding a snowball in her hand.

Tian Xiaole lifted her onto the seat and fed her two mouthfuls of rice porridge.

The food was light and easy on the stomach, which was what Tang Yan prepared for her.

This family really can't function without a woman. When Tang Yan isn't around, although there's a housekeeper to prepare breakfast, he rarely eats at home.

"Baba, let's go build a snowman after we finish eating."

"Okay, what kind do you want?"

"I want to pile up some cards."

Xiao Tianxin excitedly waved her lotus root-like arms.

Tian Xiaole's face darkened, and she refused, "This one won't do, find another one."

The Legend of Nezha continues to enjoy high viewership ratings even during its rebroadcast on CCTV.

Especially the theme words; even the dogs on the street will hum a few lines when they come by.

"It's him, it's him, our little hero, Nezha!"

Xiao Tianxin shouts every day that she wants to return her bones to her father and her flesh to her mother.

She's just too young. She'll understand when she's older. She was born into a good family.

"Take this with you, so you don't catch a cold."

Seeing Tang Yan approach, Xiao Tianxin became quiet and pushed the snowballs on the table in front of Tian Xiaole, as if they had nothing to do with her. (End of Chapter)