"When is the filming?" An Feng, of course, had heard of "The Four Famous Constables," as it's an enduring IP.
Back then, the "Number One in the World" directed by Wang Jing was actually based on this.
Of course, you can't say "Number One in the World" plagiarized The Four Famous Constables.
Because "Number One in the World" copied too many things, and "The Four Famous Constables" was just one of them.
"In the second half of the year, working with Deng Zhao, are you interested?"
Chen Jia Shang sincerely invited, thinking An Feng was quite an excellent actor.
Perhaps, she'll never win the Golden Image Award in her life.
But the roles she plays never feel out of place; she does have some skills.
Better than those that judges praise but audiences feel nothing for.
"The second half of the year is not possible; I'll be filming a TV series then."
An Feng decisively shook her head in refusal.
Even though it's only June now, and there are still six months left in the year's second half, adding New Year's Day makes it seven or eight months; theoretically, she could film two projects, but she's not naturally inclined to work excessively.
Last month, she just married Qi Hao, and they were still in the phase where they couldn't be apart.
Forcing her to leave Qi Hao, each filming separately in different locations.
That's truly an unreasonable demand.
If, by any chance, Qi Hao couldn't resist his curiosity and something happened with a ladyboy, that would be terrifying.
"Sigh, alright then~"
Chen Jia Shang scratched his head and didn't persuade her further.
Qi Hao was right beside them.
He hadn't said much the whole time, but his presence was An Feng's greatest grounding.
The wedding soon began.
Deng Zhao and Sun Li's wedding didn't have many complex procedures and wasn't too boisterous.
No surprise, Sun Li was already pregnant.
The pregnant Sun Li was escorted everywhere by her husband Deng Zhao, almost stepping on her dress as they entered the hall, giving Deng Zhao a scare.
By the looks of it, Sun Li must be four or five months pregnant; her figure had become fuller, constantly using a bouquet to shield her midsection, already showing a full pregnancy appearance.
The host Cao Kefan was a guest emcee for the wedding. Under his guidance, Sun Li and Deng Zhao exchanged rings.
At this moment, Sun Li suddenly said to Deng Zhao, "Treat me a bit better."
Deng Zhao replied in a Shanghai dialect, "I know."
Then, he seriously said to Sun Li, "I will, I will take good care of you for a lifetime; if there are many lifetimes, I am still willing. I hope we support each other, cherish each other, and I will treat you well."
Before he finished, Sun Li was already in tears and officially announced her pregnancy, "Actually, I want to tell everyone that standing here, I'm already two people, and I hope you treat us well."
Deng Zhao gently wiped away his wife's tears, and then they embraced sweetly.
They also sang a duet of "I Will."
"It seems like we've forgotten to sing..."
An Feng leaned toward Qi Hao's ear and said, as their wedding didn't include this part.
"Zhang Nan thought it wasn't good."
Zhang Nan, responsible for the wedding planning committee, thought Qi Hao, being the big boss, should be more solemn on such occasions.
Forget about singing and such.
In fact, even Sun Li and Deng Zhao didn't sing that well; the on-site audio wasn't that great either.
Even guests like Han Hong and Yu Quan, when they sang, made people doubt their professionalism.
If they couldn't provide a suitable environment for singing, it was better not to do it at all.
Deng Zhao also didn't come across as serious enough.
He showed his humorous side by dancing pole dance around Cao Kefan, making Sun Li cry and laugh at the same time.
She truly had no stance to mock Deng Zhao.
Her performance in "Time Traveler's Treasure Box" was even more exaggerated.
It's just that a bed can't change two types of people.
Deng Zhao wanted to take the comic route too.
The next month, Zhou Xingxing's "Journey to the West: Conquering the Demons" begins shooting, and Deng Zhao reportedly auditioned too.
But his charisma didn't fit the role.
Zhou Xingxing rejected him, merely saying they hoped for a chance to cooperate next time.
The role was given to Wenzhang.
Wenzhang previously acted in TV dramas "Days Related to Youth" and "Strive."
The anti-Japanese drama "Snow Leopard" he starred in last year won the viewership championship during the same time slot.
His acting is very good.
In "Ocean Heaven," which he collaborated with Li Lianjie on, his performance was stunning.
Besides, his wife is Ma Mengniu, who is a woman of considerable influence.
Zhou Xingxing originally hoped for Qi Hao to act.
However, Qi Hao's schedule in the latter half of the year was first "Lost on Journey 2," then "You Who Came from the Stars," already fully booked, so he had to find someone else.
Nothing to regret.
Qi Hao, reaching this point, no longer had the obsession to work with big directors.
The wedding also gave out goodie bags.
The chocolate in the goodie bags was from a famous Belgian brand, and the gift box included a coupon for the chocolate.
Fortunately, it wasn't the kind of five-yuan off a Maserati.
In addition, there's another gift—a certain cosmetic product endorsed by Sun Li, packed in this brand's bag, which is quite eye-catching and clearly shows traces of brand promotion.
Deng Zhao and Sun Li's wedding has sponsors.
And there are quite a lot of them.
The car brand endorsed by Deng Zhao provided 25 new cars to form a wedding car fleet, and the watch brand endorsed by Sun Li also sponsored the wedding.
News about celebrity weddings can instantly peak the attention on celebrities, making it the best time for merchants to promote their products.
As the celebrities' popularity rises, product recognition can also "go up a notch." Many businesses value the spreading effects of celebrity weddings, this advertising effect is not inferior to hard ads, and so they eagerly engage in "insertion" at celebrity weddings.
In contrast, Qi Hao and An Feng's wedding seemed relatively "lofty" and "alternative."
Other celebrities hold a wedding, they might not even spend money and perhaps even make a profit.
Qi Hao did not find a suitable director at the wedding.
Someone like Chen Jia Shang clearly does not fall into the "potential" director category.
That makes things a bit awkward.
Qi Hao had to release information within the circle, indicating that Zhonghao Entertainment is willing to support potential directors.
As long as you have potential, you can come into contact.
Once certain requirements are met, they can directly invest in your project.
As for how to be tested...
Naturally, it's "volunteering" to be the assistant director in "Lost on Journey 2."
"Me! Me!"
Han Yan came over first. He had previously been the executive director on "Heartbreak 33 Days."
This time, he couldn't work on "Lost on Journey 2" because Ye Weimin already had his own executive director.
Moreover, Han Yan is also preparing for his new movie.
"What do you want to film?"
Qi Hao received the project proposal but didn't rush to look through it.
"Romantic film, a remake of the Korean film 'Love in Progress'."
Han Yan quickly said.
"A remake, eh, it's a good idea..."
Qi Hao nodded. Starting with a remake when there is no absolute certainty shows that Han Yan is sufficiently prudent.
However, when he flipped through the project proposal, he found an actor's name already listed.
The name next to the female lead Song Shi Qiao was a name he recognized.
"Beibi, are you sure?"
"Uh, it's just tentative at the moment, at least she looks decent..."
Han Yan was a bit embarrassed.
No way, it was too difficult for him to secure investment.
If Beibi was chosen as the lead, Huang Xiaoming would definitely help resolve the investment issue.
Although he joined "Heartbreak 33 Days," and got connected with Zhonghao Entertainment, this time it was a remake, still a low-budget film, so he felt uncomfortable asking for assistance.
It wasn't until Qi Hao made it clear that Zhonghao Media wanted to support new directors.
As long as you have a project, as long as you have skills, the money will be directly transferred.
He couldn't help but run over.
"Choose someone who is good-looking and talented, Jiang Shan is a great choice for this role, I really like Jiang Shan..."
Alas, unexpectedly Jiang Shan has started playing the protagonist's mother.
"No problem, then..."
Han Yan was overjoyed, thinking he would need to argue to possibly persuade Qi Hao.
"Look for President Yang of Yang Liu, she's in charge of your project."
Qi Hao casually glanced through the script and decided to invest in this project.
Wu Jing didn't come, his relationship with Qi Hao didn't require a trip to Thailand to discuss matters.
Qi Hao agreed to invest in his new movie "Wolf Warrior."
"Teacher Xue... you probably don't lack investment, do you?"
The second person who came was surnamed Xue, Qi Hao called him Teacher Xue, not as a form of respect, but because he actually was a teacher.
Xue Xiaolu is an associate professor in the literature department of Beijing Film Academy.
She used to be involved in the screenwriting circle and later created and directed the warm film "Ocean Heaven" based on her years of volunteering with autism groups.
This film was a collaboration between Wenzhang and Li Lianjie.
Although the box office was dismal, the reputation was very good, and the film was voted Best Film at the Movie Channel Media Awards, with Xue Xiaolu winning the Best New Director award for it.
"How could I not lack? My last movie's box office didn't do well, so there aren't many people willing to invest."
Xue Xiaolu originally had quite good connections.
Getting investment wasn't difficult.
However, this circle is very realistic.
She's a literature associate professor, and after making an unprofitable art film, not even international bigwig Li Lianjie and popular actor Wenzhang could save the movie's box office.
Outside capital immediately lost interest in investing in her.
"Alright, I've watched 'Ocean Heaven,' Teacher Xue's skills are certainly not an issue. You don't need to be the assistant director; go find President Yang of Yang Liu for investment."
Qi Hao was genuinely reluctant to keep her here as an assistant director.
"It's okay, my movie hasn't taken shape yet, I'll just hang out in your hotel writing the script."
Xue Xiaolu glanced at An Feng's belly.
She thought internally, if she invited An Feng to play a pregnant woman, would Qi Hao brandish a knife at her?
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