The Common Man's Return in Chinese Entertainment

Early the next morning.

"Holy crap, where's Chicken Bro? Did he take another day off?"

Upon hearing Zhu Yawen's exclamation, Luo Jin and Lu Fangsheng, who were lying on the bed, immediately sat up straight.

"Brother Chicken has taken another day off?"

"Could he have gone to train?"

Zhu Yawen held up her phone and said, "He sent me a message saying he had something to do this morning."

"Damn, you're making a big fuss over nothing. Isn't it normal for something to happen?"

"It might be from post-production dubbing or something in the TV series."

"Damn it, I can't stand it anymore when Brother Chicken takes another day off. It's so painful to see him acting in one movie after another."

"Hehe, when Chicken Bro gets back, I'll tell him you're jealous of him."

"Brother Chicken, beat up everything you ate and drank last night."

"Go away, I, Old Pig, am not that narrow-minded. I admit that Brother Chicken is better than me, but if he is so much better that I can't even see any hope of catching up, then I feel that Brother Chicken is not from our world."

"Take your time. Get up, wash up, and it's time for your early class."

"Yes, yes, yes, it's okay if we can't keep up with Brother Chicken's pace in the early morning classes, but we can't give up on ourselves."

Just as Zhu Yawen and her two friends were having their morning class, Ji Qingxu arrived at Ciwen Media Company.

Today marks the opening of Ciwen Oriental Performing Arts Agency, a subsidiary of Ciwen Media. As Ciwen's current "number one" artist, Ji Qingxu is naturally present.

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Yuan Quan, Gao Hu, Liu Lin, Chen Jin, Liu Yuanyuan...

Among the artists under Ciwen Oriental, Ji Qingxu only knows these few people.

Yuan Quan needs no introduction; she is a well-known and highly skilled actress in China.

Gao Hu, who played Xu Zhu in "Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils", should have been at the peak of his popularity, but this guy is unlucky. He was involved in a traffic accident while filming on set in the first half of this year, and Ji Qingxu remembers that he would have a few more unlucky days afterward.

Liu Lin is also a talented actress. Ji Qingxu's deepest impression of her is the popular internet meme, "Dehua, help me take care of the kids for a while."

I'm not familiar with Chen Jin, but I've seen her in many TV dramas and movies, so I'd guess she's a talented actress.

Ji Qingxu's only impression of Liu Yuanyuan was that she played Qin Jingru in "Full House of Love".

After exchanging greetings with everyone, Ji Qingxu smiled and glanced at Ma Zhongjun in the distance.

The company's current artists are mostly talented actors, and there are no artists who pose a threat to him at the moment. Nie Yuan, who was expected to come to the company, did not show up. It seems that Lao Ma really thinks highly of him, which puts Ji Qingxu at ease for the time being.

Having finally found a company that treated him fairly well, Ji Qingxu didn't want to cause any trouble for the time being.

However, what puzzled Ji Qingxu was that the names of the company's agents were all unfamiliar, and they seemed to have no reputation. He didn't know if it was because he didn't know them or for some other reason.

After the lively opening ceremony, everyone had lunch together to get to know each other before parting ways. Ji Qingxu then went back to the company with Ma Zhongjun.

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Have you read "The Legendary Twins"?

As soon as he sat down, Ji Qingxu heard Ma Zhongjun mention this name. Several thoughts flashed through Ji Qingxu's mind, and he replied with a smile, "Mr. Ma, if you're asking about Gu Long's novels, I haven't read them. I've only seen the TV series that was filmed in Taiwan a few years ago. Does Mr. Ma mean that the company is planning to remake that TV series?"

Ma Zhongjun smiled and took a sip of tea. "Yes, the company has contacted a famous director and is preparing to remake this TV series."

Congratulations, Mr. Ma.

Hearing this, Ma Zhongjun was somewhat surprised. Seeing Ji Qingxu leisurely sipping his tea and savoring its flavor, Ma Zhongjun chuckled and said, "Aren't you interested?"

Well, Ji Qingxu really isn't interested. If I remember correctly, this remake of the TV series should be called "The Little Fish and the Flower Without Flaws," but it's more famous under another name, "The Legend of Jiang Yuyan."

Aside from Jiang Yuyan, the "female lead," the most outstanding character in the entire series was the supporting character, who was more impressive than the two leads. Even though Gu Long and "The Legendary Twins" are very famous, Ji Qingxu really wasn't interested.

"Mr. Ma, which renowned director did you hire?"

"You should be familiar with Wang Sanri, right?"

Upon hearing the name, Ji Qingxu nodded knowingly. He was known as the director who filmed the most movies in Hong Kong. In his later years, when he had no movies to film, he would spend his days on the internet exposing all sorts of trivial matters to attract attention.

"Mr. Ma, may I ask how many films our company has collaborated on with director Wang Sanri?"

"Hey, as the company's first artist, it's normal for you to learn about the company's situation. We've signed a three-film contract with him for now, and this is his first film."

"What are the next two films?"

"It's also a period drama. He said the script is still being written. What, you really have no interest in 'The Legendary Twins'?"

Ji Qingxu bluntly stated, "Yes, I remember the version starring Lin Zhiying and Su Youpeng was broadcast in mainland China less than two years ago, and this 'Legendary Twins' has been remade many times. I don't have the confidence to surpass the previous work."

Upon hearing Ji Qingxu's explanation, Ma Zhongjun smiled and glanced at him without pressing further. Although he didn't know the specific reason, Ma Zhongjun understood that Ji Qingxu was indeed not interested in the drama.

Then Ma Zhongjun thought of a possibility and tentatively asked, "Qingxu, do you want to act in movies?"

Ji Qingxu grinned and said, "Who wouldn't want to act in a movie? But I'm not in a hurry. I'll act if I get the chance, and if not, I'll act in a TV series."

Upon hearing this, Ma Zhongjun nodded slightly, pondered for a moment, and then said, "The company is currently in contact with another renowned director, preparing to remake Liang Yusheng's masterpiece 'Seven Swords.' This time it's a film. Are you interested?"

Seeing Ma Zhongjun looking at him with a teasing expression, Ji Qingxu chuckled and said, "I'll follow Mr. Ma's arrangements."

Hearing this, Ma Zhongjun smiled and nodded at Ji Qingxu, "Cunning... Hmm, he's still writing the script. You know how strict Mr. Liang Yusheng is with scripts. I'll let you know when the script is approved."

"Okay, thank you, Mr. Ma."

"What are you thanking me for? You're the company's number one artist, of course I'll give you my full support. By the way, don't you dislike remakes?"

Upon hearing this question, Ji Qingxu joked, "No, I look at the script and the character. If the character is outstanding, I'll like it too."

"Haha, you little rascal, you're quite picky."

"Mr. Ma, is the company planning to remake another well-known work?"

"Yes, we're still in contact with them, and it's not certain yet. We'll talk about it once we've confirmed it."

"Okay, I'll wait for Mr. Ma's good news."

Have you inquired about the ratings for "Heroes of Sui and Tang Dynasties"?

"I've inquired, and the highest viewership rating so far has already exceeded 5."

"Yes, this TV series is very popular. Although I've only watched a few episodes, your portrayal of Luo Cheng is outstanding. You did a great job."

"Thank you for the compliment, Mr. Ma."

Ji Qingxu sat in Ma Zhongjun's office for about half an hour, and took his leave when he saw his secretary Cheng Qian come in.

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Back in the car, Ji Qingxu tapped on the window, pondering, "Seven Swords," that must be the movie by Tsui Hark.

Ji Qingxu had seen this movie online in his previous life. The scenes in it were pitch black, and even with the phone screen turned up to the brightest setting, it still looked like this.

As for the characters and plot, Ji Qingxu only remembered Sun Honglei's portrayal of the villain Feng Huo Liancheng, and had no other impressions.

Thinking of another remake that Ma Zhongjun mentioned, although Ma Zhongjun didn't say the name, Ji Qingxu guessed it should be "The Return of the Condor Heroes".

Just thinking about the lead actor in the previous life of this drama, Ji Qingxu glanced in the direction of Ciwen Media Company. Since it was a drama produced by Ciwen Media, why didn't Nie Yuan participate but instead chose Huang Xiaoming? Could it be that Zhang Jizong was so powerful that he could disregard the investors' words?

Something must have gone wrong inside.

Unlike "The Little Fish and the Flower Without Flaws", Ji Qingxu was very interested in "The Return of the Condor Heroes". The role of Yang Guo was not only exceptionally charming, but it would also greatly help the actor's fame.

If Ciwen Media really invests in this drama, Ji Qingxu is determined to use some "extraordinary means" to snatch it away. However, it's too far off to think about that now, as the cooperation agreement has not yet been reached. We'll talk about it after the cooperation is finalized.

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"Holy crap, Chicken Bro, did you hear that?"

That day, Ji Qingxu had just returned to his dormitory when he saw Zhu Yawen rushing over with a shocked expression.

Ji Qingxu smiled and asked, "Are you getting married?"

"Go away, go away, why would I get married? How can I have a home if I haven't established myself? Something happened at the Central Academy of Drama."

Upon hearing the words "Central Academy of Drama," Ji Qingxu raised an eyebrow slightly. "Central Academy of Drama?"