Chinese entertainment: Top stars start with group broadcasts

Li Tao charged ahead, drawing enemy fire.

Sunny Pictures, on the other hand, has shifted its focus to leveraging its multi-platform advantages.

Especially Kuaishou.

If first- and second-tier cities are Douyin's home turf, then Kuaishou's home turf is third-, fourth-, and fifth-tier cities.

Short dramas are a perfect match for third- and fourth-tier cities these days.

"Sunny Day Films" has been available on Kuaishou for a week now.

As the first mini-program, "After the Breakup" has already become quite popular.

The addition of films like "Project Gutenberg" to the library, coupled with Li Tao's recent promotion on Douyin, has directly made "Project Gutenberg" an instant hit.

With the increased reach of the online audience, the popularity of "After the Breakup" has risen to a new level.

Hengdian.

Having just finished filming the promotional scenes on location, Shen Mo quickly flipped through the script.

The makeup artist next to him was doing his final touch-up makeup.

"How are you doing, Xiao Shen? Are you getting used to the climate here?"

Wang Shuai looked radiant, showing that he had been enjoying a comfortable life lately.

"It's a habit! You've arranged everything, so I'll just send one person."

I thought I wouldn't have much work before the new year, but then I received a call from Wang Shuai, asking me to be the male lead in a short drama.

To be honest, the two of them had only eaten together once in Chengdu.

That meal wasn't very pleasant.

Later, he inquired and learned a name that surprised him.

Wang Jinghua.

A very distinctive figure among the new generation of real estate agents in Beijing.

What people talk about most is the artist Zhao Jinmai who was brought by the other party.

They began training Zhao Jinmai during her school years, helping her grow from a young stage actress into a well-known artist.

She has another identity.

Liu Qing's mother.

Shen Mo only knew that Liu Qing's father was a second-generation director in Beijing, but he never expected that her mother was the real boss.

Of course, he wasn't naive enough to think that the other party would give him this opportunity because of his composure last time or because of Liu Qing.

This is a Tencent show.

Even for short dramas, the investment is considerable, and generally, outsiders have no say in the matter.

Ultimately, as an internet celebrity with millions of followers, and now with the huge success of "After the Breakup," her popularity is quite high.

Even if the other party intended to mentor younger generations, it was merely to provide an extra layer of insurance for the drama.

"This drama is produced by Tencent, so they have high quality requirements, which is why the filming period will be longer."

"Looking good! Director Wang, don't worry, feel free to make any requests, I definitely won't let you down."

After exchanging pleasantries, Wang Shuai didn't rush to start filming. Instead, he called the main actors and screenwriter together for a brief reading.

The actress playing the female lead, Yan Yiyi, is Zhang Miaoyi, a newly signed actress by Tencent.

In addition, there were four men and two women.

Compared to "After the Breakup", "Please Don't Spoil Me" clearly has a larger investment, with several locations in Hengdian just for set rentals.

The content of this drama is very appealing.

Online novelist Yan Yiyi enters the world of her own novel and becomes a vicious female supporting character.

This entry point and setting alone are enough to attract people.

Furthermore, due to the system settings, the cold palace, which others would avoid at all costs, is something Yan Yiyi enjoys immensely.

The stark contrast immediately heightens the anticipation.

"This screenwriter is pretty good."

Shen Mo remembered that in his previous life, he would occasionally come across this plot while watching videos. At that time, the show had been online for two or three years.

This clearly demonstrates the success of the drama.

"Editor Li, isn't this plot a bit too illogical?"

"Isn't the female lead afraid of being beheaded for talking back to the emperor like that?"

Twenty-four-year-old Zhang Miaoyi has a delicate, student-like face; this type of actress, the girl-next-door type, is very popular these days.

She previously played Lin Daiyu and is a promising talent with a bright future.

However, she always seemed to lack luck; the roles she played before were all lukewarm at best.

With his current mental strength, Shen Mo had already memorized the entire script in the short time it had taken.

It has to be said, Tencent's script is quite impressive.

This notebook was clearly tailor-made for Zhang Miaoyi, but the little girl didn't seem to understand that.

"Miaomiao, this is a short drama. The logic of a short drama is a little different from the long dramas you filmed before."

The one speaking was Han Jiahui, who played the role of Consort Rong's maid.

Shen Mo remembered her; she was a short drama actress.

"What's different?" Zhang Miaoyi was a little confused. In her opinion, regardless of whether it's a long or short drama, the script should at least be logical!

But the notebook in front of her was completely contrary to what she was learning.

Wang Shuai was at his wits' end with this young lady.

Everyone here has powerful backers, and he's just a small-time director. It's tough for him!

Suddenly, he looked at Shen Mo.

"Shen Mo, you're the most qualified to speak on short dramas here. Tell Miao Yi what you think!"

Seeing the pleading look in Lao Wang's eyes, Shen Mo could only manage a wry smile.

"Let me ask you this: weren't you tired from filming those dramas you shot before?"

"Hmm?" Zhang Miaoyi looked at Shen Mo's handsome face and remembered the rumor she had heard before, and her face turned red.

"It's exhausting! When I encounter scenes with strong emotional fluctuations, I feel completely emotionally drained after filming."

"Isn't that right?"

"After filming this series, I guarantee you won't be tired; you'll actually feel great!"

Seeing that the other person was still confused, Shen Mo continued:

"Just imagine, you scoff at the emperor acting like a sycophant, acting recklessly and freely—doesn't that feel great?"

"Cool!"

Zhang Miaoyi immediately smiled.

"No dramatic emotional scenes, just making expressions, isn't that great?"

"Cool!"

"Isn't that settled then?"

Shen Mo's concise and to-the-point statement instantly caught Zhang Miaoyi's eye.

Yup!

The work is easy, and I get paid. My agent says this show is sure to be a hit.

For me, it was like a windfall.

The atmosphere instantly became cheerful.

Wang Shuai secretly gave him a thumbs up.

Indeed, being handsome is the only truth.

Everyone discussed it earnestly, trying to break down every single sentence in the script.

Zhang Miaoyi secretly glanced at Shen Mo twice.

Thinking of her scenes with the other person in the script, her face flushed even more.

"Director, I have a question."

Shen Mo suddenly interrupted the discussion.

"you say!"

Wang Shuai took Shen Mo's words very seriously, not only because Shen Mo had helped him deal with Zhang Miaoyi, but also because Wang Jinghua was standing behind Shen Mo.

"I just finished reading the script. The core selling point of this drama is the female lead's character."

"But the script has too many kissing and bed scenes for the female lead. I'm wondering if that might overshadow the main character."

"After all, it's a historical romance novel, not an urban one."

Romance dramas place more emphasis on the tug-of-war between the male and female leads, creating a captivating and irresistible atmosphere.

With the addition of elements from historical romance dramas, this show is destined to be different from the typical shows on the market that feature characters slapping themselves in the face or pinning someone against a wall.

Upon hearing this, Editor Li was startled.

He naturally understood the subtext of Shen Mo's silence.

A screenwriter who doesn't seriously study the script content but instead studies traffic (popularity) and acts like he knows everything about it.

Aren't you ashamed?!

In the afternoon, everyone took their positions and began the tedious filming work.

"The first scene, the first shot, the first take of 'Please Don't Spoil Me'..."

"Action..."