Chapter 587: Creating Topics in a Fancy Way

Online.

The war of words between "Tiny Times 2" and "A Romantic Affair" is still going on, and both sides have upgraded from fans to the level of directors and producers.

Seeing that the scope of the impact was getting wider and wider, the leaders of the General Administration stepped in.

The leaders of the Film Bureau invited several directors including Gao Qunshu, Huang Jianxin, Li Shaohong and film critic Zhou Liming to sit down and discuss with Guo Xiaosi and the "Tiny Times" producers and distributors.

At the same time, the news that Si Yatou was going to remake "The Return of the Condor Heroes" caused a stir again, because the undecided candidate for the role of Xiaolongnu was rumored to have finally been decided.

Subsequently, the set photos of the crew were exposed through Sina Weibo.

In the exposed photos, Xiao Longnu is not dressed in traditional white, but in white as the main tone, with a light blue skirt, a baby-fat face and a slightly chubby figure, all of which have become reasons for netizens to complain.

Now, the "stills" of Little Dragon Girl played by Michelle Chen have completely set the Internet on fire.

Regardless of the attitude of the industry, the internet is in an uproar. The entire internet is in an uproar.

The four makeup photos released by Chen Yanxi with different angles and expressions completely overturned the image of Little Dragon Girl in everyone's mind.

On the Internet, a large number of netizens are scolding, and it is impossible to find anyone praising them.

Yu Zheng Studio’s Weibo, Yu Zheng’s Weibo, and the director’s Weibo have all been flooded with comments from netizens, and of course, almost all of them are negative.

"What the hell? If you don't know how to choose a cast, don't ruin Mr. Jin Yong's work."

"Little Dragon Girl, Xiao Long Bao?"

...

Although every remake of a Jin Yong drama will trigger heated discussions across the Internet regarding the casting, some people support this actor, while others support that star.

But it is the first time in the film and television industry that someone like Yu Zheng has been scolded by the entire network.

Facing the ridicule from the entire network, Yu Zheng was very tough and responded directly through his personal account:
"I chose Little Dragon Girl. I also like her look. I am very satisfied with her and I firmly believe that she can be as good as the previous Little Dragon Girl, or even surpass her. Time will prove that I am right."

Wow, Yu Zheng's remarks really made the film "The Return of the Condor Heroes" popular before it was even filmed, because it was boycotted by a large number of netizens.

But amid the ridicule from netizens, another piece of gossip was revealed online.

"It is reported that actor Chen Xiao has refused to play the leading role in The Return of the Condor Heroes..."

"Beijing Film Academy 06 student Chen Xiao previously auditioned for the role of Yang Guo and received positive reviews. However, for some unknown reason, his agent said he would not join the cast of The Return of the Condor Heroes."

Now, netizens have another topic to discuss.

"It's a good decision to refuse. Partnering with a Little Dragon Girl like this is simply a nightmare." said the supporting netizen.

"Heh, an unknown 18th-tier artist actually refused to act in a Jin Yong drama. I'm afraid he must be crazy. He will regret it someday."

……

Netizens were talking about it, but the person involved, Chen Xiao, remained silent.

Because Gu Wei, Liu Yifei, Su Chang and Chen Xiao were eating hot pot in the villa!
I don't know who invented eating hot pot in the hot summer, but at this moment, Liu Yifei's forehead was sweating and her little face was red, which was very cute.

The hot and spicy red oil pot bottom is bubbling, and next to it are tripe, pork throat, beef, mutton, and various types of vegetables.

The young lady and Su Chang ate while holding their mobile phones, and they laughed from time to time.

Compared to the two of them who were relaxed and at ease, Chen Xiao seemed a little reserved, as if he was attending a business reception.

Whenever Gu Wei poured him a glass or clinked glasses, Chen Xiao would stand up and drink it all in one gulp, which made Gu Wei a little depressed.

"Relax, there are no outsiders here today. You and Changchang are together, and Xixi and I are like your family members. Let's just treat it as a gathering among good friends." Seeing Chen Xiao stand up again, Gu Wei pressed his shoulder and said.

"Yeah, there are no outsiders here. If you continue like this, you will make us nervous." Liu Yifei teased when she saw Gu Wei's look.

Su Chang, who was sitting next to Liu Yifei, still had a smile on his face, but he was already muttering in his heart, "This dead guy, he is usually very manly when he is with me, why is he like a different person today?"

“Yeah, yeah, okay!”

After a few people joked and laughed a few more times, Chen Xiao finally relaxed and was not so nervous anymore.

Afterwards, they ate, drank, and talked about everything, and the topic naturally and inevitably turned to the casting of The Return of the Condor Heroes.

"Hahaha, netizens are all geniuses. They made me laugh to death."

"Xixi, you should take a look at the interview with director Zhang Jizhong." Su Chang seemed to have discovered a new world, showing off his mobile phone in front of Liu Yifei online.

"Let me see." Liu Yifei became curious and took it and started to look at it.

It clearly says: "Little Dragon Girl sleeps on a rope. The person chosen by Yu Zheng must sleep on an iron chain, right? I'm curious if her fighting scenes can be agile and graceful?"

"Pfft." The young lady couldn't hold back any longer and laughed until her face turned red. "Oh no, I can't laugh anymore. My stomach hurts from laughing."

After he finished speaking, he read the content again. Gu Wei and Chen Xiao couldn't help but smile. "Hey, Director Gu, you said a few days ago that we can't take the role in The Legend of Condor Heroes because it would cause trouble. Do you know any inside information?" After laughing, Su Chang couldn't help asking. In her opinion, as a big director, Gu Wei must be well-informed.

"Well, that's not the case. I just simply think that this guy can't produce good works, so I mentioned it." Gu Wei said directly.

Hearing this, Su Chang and others did not doubt it. You know, Yu Zheng has a bad reputation in the circle. No one would think that nicknames like "Dead Girl" and "Yu Mom" ​​are compliments.

Looking at the smiling Chen Xiao, Gu Wei understood that Su Chang had brought the topic to this point, so he naturally had to give the other party some reassurance.

"Chang Chang should have told you that the company is going to produce a new drama soon, and I want you to audition for the male lead."

"Yeah, Changchang told me." After Chen Xiao finished speaking, he continued to remain silent. Su Chang next to him couldn't help rolling his eyes.

After hearing this, Gu Wei glanced at Chen Xiao's expression again, and continued with a smile: "Someone from the company will contact you when the time comes. Prepare well during this period of time, and don't take the comments on the Internet to heart."

"I understand, Director Gu." Chen Xiao's tone became much more serious when he said this. He received a call from Su Chang the night before yesterday, and the two talked for a long time.

Chen Xiao was well aware of the power of Xingchen Film and Television in the industry. After learning the news through Su Chang, he thought about it for a whole night and decisively rejected Yu Zheng's invitation. Because of this, his agent even blamed him.

In the words of his agent, "It's a Jin Yong drama, and he's the male lead. Many people in the industry beg for it but they can't..."

Because of this incident, Chen Xiao was criticized by many netizens, saying that he is not a big star but has a lot of airs. He even refused to take the leading role in a Jin Yong drama, which is a typical example of having high expectations but low skills.

……

That’s why people say that the entertainment industry is a place where topics gather. The casting of The Return of the Condor Heroes and Tiny Times are still hot.

Director Chen revealed new information, which instantly triggered a new round of discussion.

"It is reported that director Chen Kaige contacted Cheng Long and Li Lianjie specifically for casting of "The Taoist Goes Down the Mountain", but was suspected to have been rejected."

The circle is so small that any slight disturbance will spread quickly.

The news reported by the media was said to be leaked by Li Lianjie's agent, saying that Director Chen was planning to imitate the original "The Forbidden Kingdom" and invite the two domestic kung fu superstars to work together again.

The result is predictable. Li Lianjie did not hesitate and directly chose to refuse.

What a joke! The movie "The Forbidden Kingdom" was very popular at the time, and Huayi Film Studio took advantage of it to make a big profit. They also announced with great fanfare that there would be a sequel. However, the two Js joined forces and the movie failed at the box office. There is no sign of a sequel until now.

Now Director Chen wants to replicate this move, leveraging the popularity of two international kung fu superstars to make his first martial arts film famous. The result is predictable.

Afterwards, Cheng Long's team also made it clear that they could not spare the time and declined the request.

Now, the circle is lively.

Golden Palm director Chen Kai was rejected one after another. This had almost never happened before. After all, rejection is a small matter, but face is a big matter.

Director Chen may have felt that it would be inappropriate not to say a few words. In an interview, he expressed his regret for not being able to work with Jackie Chan and Li Lianjie this time. He then said that he would reconsider the casting. The implication of his words was that there was a high probability that the cast would be chosen from the group in Hong Kong Island.

Well, as soon as Director Chen finished speaking, netizens were unhappy.

"The two sides are still quarreling over the film festival issue, and Brother Chen Kai actually said that he would give priority to actors from Hong Kong. I am convinced!"

"Last month, Director Gu and Director Jiang were still posting on Weibo to mock Hong Kong directors, but now you're just pretending nothing happened?"

"It is said that Brother Chen Kai has such a hobby, he likes to use first-line actors from Hong Kong and Taiwan, but from the original "The Promise" until now, he still hasn't learned his lesson?"

Netizens made blunt comments, not caring about Brother Chen Kai's reputation at all.

Before Chen Kai’s decision to give priority to actors from Hong Kong and Taiwan was over, Jiang Wen also went on a rant on Weibo.

"Jiang Wen blasted the actress candidates for "One Step Away": Can you not have plastic surgery? In my eyes, no one has ever become beautiful because of plastic surgery! Exercise more, get some sun, run, be nicer to your parents, be nicer to your friends, you will be more beautiful this way!"

“My criteria for selecting actresses must first be pretty and then be able to sing and dance well.

It doesn’t matter if the actress is not pretty. It’s okay if the men are ugly, but the women still have to be pretty, at least as pretty as me, then they can be actresses.”

Jiang Wen's series of remarks have occupied most of the coverage in the domestic entertainment industry, and he can be said to be talking nonsense all the time.

After seeing this, Gu Wei, who was in the company, decisively called the other party and asked about the preparation status of "One Step Away".

Upon learning that it would take several months before filming could start, Gu Wei was speechless.

"Lao Jiang, it's hard to say what the return on investment in your movie will be for now, but the cycle time is definitely the longest in the domestic entertainment industry," Gu Wei joked.

“Haha, what’s the big deal if it takes a little longer? As long as the rate of return is high, that’s fine.

By the way, what did Venice say, are you going there with Director Zhang and Yifei?" Jiang Wen asked, changing the subject.

"They will lead the team first. I will be late."

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(End of this chapter)