Chapter 525 Lobbyist Manshen
During the May Day holiday, Gu Changwei's "Favorite" was promoted in full swing across the country.

The two leading actors, Guo Fucheng and Zhang Ziyi, don't look like a couple at all.

Li Chen asked Yang Siwei to go to the global premiere on the 5th on his behalf.

According to Yang Siwei, Gu Changwei is popular and many people went there.

Many celebrities in the circle, including Wu Yusen, Feng Xiaogang, Jia Zhangke, Ge You, Wang Xiaoshuai, Gao Yuanyuan, and Yao Chen, all went to show their support.

Zhang Ziyi even cried several times, saying that she relied on this film to get out of the trough and was willing to give up her career for love.

It’s just ironic that Zhang Ziyi’s two romances seemed like she gave up love for her career.

Feng Xiaogang and Jiang Wen also played two extras in "The Best".

It seems that it has become a beautiful landscape in the circle that big directors support each other and play cameo roles in each other's films.

The only exception is Li Chen, who has never made a cameo appearance in other people's plays.

Jiang Wen did have this plan, but Li Chen never fell for it.

He didn't owe Jiang Wen any favor, nor did he owe any favor to any big director.

In addition to big directors, young directors are no exception.

Ning Hao made a cameo appearance in Wu Ershan's "Swordsman" which was released last month.

Zhang Yimou's "The Flowers of War" is about to wrap up, and Bale has already left the crew.

Chen Kexin's "Wuxia" became the only Chinese-language film shortlisted for this year's Cannes.

But compared to the nomination of "Wuxia", the most talked-about thing at this year's Cannes is the "Double Ice" beauty contest.

Who is the real "International Ice"!
Li Qiaoqiao's popularity in Europe and the United States has skyrocketed thanks to "The Invisible Guest".

He took the opportunity to promote his new films "Snow Flower and the Secret Fan" and "Revolution of 1911" in Cannes.

However, Li Qiaoqiao is a smart man and he understands that it would be sheer madness to compete with Fan Qiaoqiao on the red carpet.

So she announced early on: the schedule is too full, and for the sake of the overall situation, she will not walk the red carpet at the opening ceremony.

Ever since Fan Qiaoqiao had Mu Xiaoguang, he has become international in his dealings with the media and netizens.

The sentence "Standing in other countries, we all have to add the word China in front of our names. We are all family and there is no need for competition at all" is quite insightful.

"Guan Yunchang" achieved a box office of nearly 1.1 million in its first week.

Zhen Zidan, Wang Shishi, Mai Zhaohui, Zhuang Wenqiang and others also specially organized the "Guan Yu National Box Office Towards 3 Million" event!
I hope the box office of the movie "Guan Yunchang" can set a new record.

But the box office started to plummet in the second week.

In addition, the imported film "Thor" will be released on May 8th.

After two weeks, the total box office was only 1.52 million.

Compared with the first week, the box office fell by more than 60% in the second week.

The daily box office has dropped to around 200 million.

Generally speaking, it is normal for the box office in the second week to drop by 30% compared to the first week.

Sixty percent is too exaggerated.

"The Favourite" will be released nationwide on the 5th, and "Fast and Furious " will be released on the th.

The industry predicts that the box office of "Guan Yunchang", which cost 1.5 million yuan, may only stop at more than 1.5 million yuan.

Compared to another movie "Warring States" which grossed 1.5 million yuan, "Guan Yunchang" is a happy movie.

After May Day, "Warring States" was abandoned by theaters.

The total box office is 8000 million RMB, and the North American box office is 6.8 US dollars.
"One Hundred Thousands of Criminals" became the death warrant for two "blockbuster movies".

Sina Entertainment News

"Despite Thor and Fast & Furious 5, Gu Changwei's new film The Best Friend has withstood the "sandwich attack" of the two blockbusters with its reputation and pre-release publicity, and achieved a box office of 4000 million in its first week."

"Qin Hong, CEO of the producer Xingmei, expressed his satisfaction with the achievement on Weibo, and also revealed that the film will be screened for a long time."

May has become the month dominated by imported blockbusters. "Second Brother Guan" has been lacking in succession and the daily box office has dropped to double digits.

"The Favourite" is limited by the subject matter and cannot compete with "Thor" and "Fast and Furious 5".

"Thor," which has mediocre reputation, has attracted a large number of audiences with its special effects and has earned 8000 million in box office revenue nationwide.

"Fast & Furious 5," which was released last Thursday, was even more powerful, easily earning nearly 6000 million in box office revenue in its first weekend.

This caught Han Sanping off guard.

China Film Group and Shanghai Film Group are the mainland distributors of "Guan Yunchang".

No matter how crazy Zhen Zidan is, it would not dare to criticize China Film Group and Shanghai Film Group, which are led by Han Sanping and Ren Zhonglun, as it did to the distributor of "Ip Man".

"These 'Warring States' and 'Guan Yuchang' are too tough!" Han Sanping and Ren Zhonglun complained.

"Hahaha, three pings, you still haven't figured it out until now, except for Li Chen and Feng Xiaogang, the two sides of the Taiwan Strait and Hong Kong are almost certain to win."

"No one is safe!" Ren Zhonglun had already understood the current situation.

"That's right. The old is replaced by the new. The era of old people like Wu Yusen, Zhang Yimou, and Chen Kaige is gone forever."

Li Chen, who was accompanying his wife who was about to give birth, of course also paid attention to the domestic box office.

If I had known this earlier, I would have released "The Lost Tomb" on May Day.

Who could have guessed that these two plays would be so unpresentable.

Although Li Chen knew that both movies were bad, he couldn't remember whether the box office performance lasted past May Day.

Although Ms. Liu did not go to Cannes, she paid close attention to it.

"bingbingli and bingbingfan" became hot words on the Cannes red carpet.

Miss Liu giggled and said, "Do you think they know who the fans are calling?"

Although Li Qiaoqiao didn't want to compete with Fan Qiaoqiao.

But what a coincidence, it happened on the red carpet premiere of the main competition film "The Artist".

Fan Qiaoqiao, who came to support "The Artist", met Li Qiaoqiao unexpectedly.

Fan Qiaoqiao wore a Versace purple gradient feather long dress with a train, and was described by the Chinese media present as a symbol of prosperity.

Li Qiaoqiao wore a white spinning evening gown.

The upper body is decorated with white fish scale sequins carved into the shape of swan feathers. The sequins extend to the waist, and translucent yarn cascades down from the waist, swaying on the ground.

It was like a wonderful Swan Lake performed on the red carpet.

Both Fan Qiaoqiao have many fans in France. Fan Qiaoqiao is a frequent visitor to Fashion Week, and Li Qiaoqiao’s "The Invisible Guest" has just been released in France.

Last year's "Detective Dee" also achieved impressive results in France.

The fans’ shouts kept coming, and both of them were probably confused.

From Li Chen's manly perspective, Fan Qiaoqiao's snow-white shoulders and big breasts made her look even more ferocious.

Ms. Liu is concerned about whether the two Qiaoqiao can distinguish their fans.

Li Chen was concerned about their fashion sense.

Li Chen took a deep look at Miss Liu.

My wife's smile is full of childishness and innocence.

Why can't I improve my fashion sense?

Look at those two people. If I hadn’t been there to guard them closely, they would have been in trouble.

I'm afraid Miss Liu's red carpet show will be as terrible as in her previous life.

Li Chen sighed in his heart: "Forget it, forget it. As long as I am by her side in this life, she will just be responsible for being beautiful."

"Why are you looking at me like that?" Miss Liu saw that her husband didn't say anything. She turned her head and saw that her husband was looking at her in a daze.

Li Chen smiled and answered the question irrelevantly: "Do you think Fan Qiaoqiao deliberately met Li Qiaoqiao by chance? Or was it accidental as she said?"

Miss Liu leaned into Li Chen's arms and smiled: "It should be intentional, right?"

Li Chen nodded: "She is a teachable young woman. These two were once as close as sisters. It was Li Qiaoqiao who introduced Fan Qiaoqiao to Wang Jingyan."

"What do you want to say?" Miss Liu asked curiously.

"You and Mimi and Tangtang are as close as sisters now. Will you be like Shuangqiao in the future, not getting along with them in words but in reality, or even becoming strangers?" Li Chen raised a very realistic question.

The number of Yang Mi’s fans is increasing rapidly now, especially after a bathtub advertisement a few days ago.

The curvy body is all hidden in the foam, and the face has been reborn after "extraction", no longer the tender beef. And it was on the Magnolia nomination list announced a few days ago.

Yang Mi was successfully nominated for the Magnolia Award thanks to the popularity of "Palace".

It’s like the “bees” have taken stimulants.

Although Yang Mi had already expressed her position in advance.

He said on Weibo that he was very happy to be nominated, but he didn't dare to hope to win the award.

But the "bees" don't think so.

Whether it is Zhao Pan'er, Tielihua, Du Lala or Zheng Jiumei, in the eyes of bees, they are not as good as Qin Chuan played by Yang Mi.

Liu Yifei had actually thought about Li Chen's question.

They are all first-line actresses with a huge fan base, especially Yang Mi's fans who are extremely aggressive.

She thought that Yang Mi was the most profitable artist under her husband, so she didn't need to care.

But his fans couldn't stand it.

This time, the Magnolia Awards is the second time that Yang Mi’s fans have pulled herself.

Some of the words were even harsh.

Miss Liu squeezed into Li Chen's arms and held him tighter.

"Didn't you tell me that other people have nothing to do with you except me?"

"Then I will also say this to you today. Apart from you, what does anyone else have to do with me?"

She entered the entertainment industry and the world of fame and fortune at the age of fourteen.

Liu Xiaoli told her: It’s okay if you want to enter the entertainment industry, and it’s okay if you like acting, but don’t give your true feelings easily. This goes for love and friendship.

Over the years, only Li Chen has successfully entered her heart.

Perhaps Shu Chang, the Child-like Fairy of Tianshan, who has no conflict of interest, is the only friend and bestie recognized by both her and her mother.

When everyone learned about her close relationship with Li Chen, it didn't matter whether they were besties or just friends anymore.

She can tell the difference.

Li Chen laughed out loud. He didn't expect that Miss Liu was just as good as him at saying sweet words.

Li Chen lowered his head and pinched his wife's chin, and couldn't help but kiss the shy Miss Liu.

After a long time, Li Chen felt Miss Liu's breathing become rapid, and he reluctantly let his wife go.

"That's good if you think so."

Taking advantage of this period of time, Li Chen's small move attracted the attention of the industry again.

Sina Entertainment News

"Recently, Rongchen Pictures bought the rights to a film adaptation of an adventure and fighting youth comic book, Kowloon Walled City."

“The name of the little-known comic book “Kowloon Walled City” has become a hot search topic.”

It was natural that Rongchen Films bought a comic book from Hong Kong and it could not be concealed from anyone. "Kowloon Walled City" immediately attracted attention from all parties.

Especially action stars.

Among them are Wang Baoqiang and Zhen Zidan.

Wang Baoqiang and Huang Bo came together to visit Liu Yifei.

When he was approached for the project of Running Man two years ago, Director Li promised to give him a special role in the future, also in an action movie.

The reason he came today was naturally to see the god of war in this comic, Chen Luojun.

As a result, Director Li chose him to play Wang Jiu!

Before coming, he certainly did his homework. Wang Jiu, that madman
"Director Li, you are not kidding me, are you?" Wang Baoqiang's smile was uglier than crying.

"Haha, Baoqiang, the role of Wang Jiu is best suited for you."

"This character is a bit evil. If you play it well, it will be brilliant. Even the protagonist Chen Luojun can't overshadow your brilliance!"

"In a play, the villain is often more likely to become popular!" Li Chen patted Wang Baoqiang on the shoulder.

Wang Baoqiang himself has a Shaolin background, so when he smiles he can look both honest and naive, or sinister and awe-inspiring.

When Li Chen thought of this play, the first person he thought of for the role of Wang Jiu was Wang Baoqiang.

After hearing what Director Li said, although Wang Baoqiang was hesitant in his heart, he still chose to believe Director Li.

The box office of "Guan Yunchang" finally barely broke 1.6 million and ended in disgrace.

However, the film crew has a unique idea and said that they will invite directors Mai Zhaohui and Zhuang Wenqiang to bring "Cao Cao" to the screen again, and will invite Jiang Wen to play the hero for the second time.

Mako Dan was so angry that his lungs were about to explode!
The film company is actually going to shoot "Cao Cao"! What is "Guan Yunchang"? The first trailer of "Cao Cao"?

The play "Guan Yunchang" helped Jiang Wen get married.

His Makodan became a joke.

The failure of "Fist of Fury" and "Guan Yunchang" greatly reduced the commercial value and salary of Zhen Zidan.

The investors are more shrewd than each other. What’s the point of being a good fighter if you can’t carry the box office?

Makoto Dan had hoped that these two blockbusters would help him open up the mainland market.

He became the highest paid action star after Cheng Long and Jet Li.

As a result, he took too big a step and pulled his testicles. Originally, he was on par with Zhang Jin.

But now it seems to be completely suppressed by "Ip Man".

His own salary has fallen below 300 million.

"Zi Dan, we can't afford to lose "Wuxia" again!" This won't happen again or for the third time. If "Wuxia" fails again.

I guess the big directors in Hong Kong won’t look for Makoto Dan anymore.

"Stop talking! I know!" Zhen Zidan said impatiently.

Of course, he is aware of the current situation, and he urgently needs a film with guaranteed box office and good reputation to prove himself.

Looking around the circle, it seems that only Rongchen Pictures can guarantee word of mouth and box office.

But he couldn't understand why Director Li never thought of him.

Is it because of my nationality?

Rongchen Films bought "Kowloon Walled City" and Zhen Zidan certainly didn't want to miss it.

If he could play the leading role in the film, he would be willing to do so even if the pay was lower.

It’s just how to get on board Rongchen Pictures.

It seems that only Liu Dehua, Zhang Manyu and director Li have a close relationship.

I have a good relationship with Zhang Manyu, but I don’t know if she is willing to help me make the connection.

The next day, Rongchen Pictures released a five-minute trailer for "The Lost Tomb".

Wu Bin, along with Huang Xiaoming, Zhang Yuqi, Jiang Chao and others, began a nationwide roadshow to promote the event.

In just five minutes, the special effects such as the densely packed fiery red desert army ants, the colorful ancient giant salamanders, and the magical and gorgeous fire beetles amazed netizens and fans of the original novel.

The term "Shocking special effects of "The Lost Tomb"" became a hot search on Weibo.

Fans of the original novel strongly demand that "The Lost Tomb" be released ahead of schedule.

Li Chen's Weibo is full of netizens and fans asking when the filming of "Longling Mystery Cave" will start! Will the iron triangle be replaced? And other issues that everyone cares about.

In fact, not only netizens and fans of the original novel, but even the iron triangle themselves are very concerned about whether they can star in "Longling Mystery Cave"!
The copyright of the "Ghost Blows Out the Light" series has made all the production companies in the industry jealous.

Judging from the popularity of "The Lost Tomb", I'm afraid the box office will definitely not be lower than the previous one.

Maybe it will be another 500 million blockbuster.

Bona, Huayi, Xiaoma and Hong Kong Island Sunglasses King's company have contacted Rongchen Pictures one after another, hoping to purchase the copyright of any of the "Ghost Blows Out the Light" films.

Especially the King of Sunglasses, he had valued "Ghost Blows Out the Light" at the beginning, but he was still a step slow to act.

This time, the King of Sunglasses actually persuaded Zhang Manyu to be his lobbyist.

Zhang Manyu did not expect that King of Sunglasses and Zhen Zidan would contact her one after another, hoping that she could act as a matchmaker between them.

(End of this chapter)