Chapter 330 Uninvited Guest

At eight o'clock that evening, at the Beijing Fengyun Hotel.

In the high-end banquet hall, there were handsome men and beautiful women everywhere, and the well-dressed guests were toasting and laughing.

Among them are many familiar faces and producers to mainland audiences on the screen.

This was a celebration party held by Feng Xiaogang to celebrate the fact that the box office of the movie "Cell Phone" exceeded 20 million.

Almost all the famous people in the circle came to congratulate.

"Director Feng, congratulations!"

"I heard that Director Feng is about to set up a new film and television company with Zhang Guoli. Please take care of us when the time comes."

"The mainland film market is currently at a low point, and only Director Feng's works can still make a lot of money."

"It really makes people envious and jealous..."

Of the words spoken by the crowd, 70% were sincere blessings, and 30% were flattery for show.

Logically speaking, the fact that "Cell Phone" broke 2 million yuan should have little to do with Feng Xiaogang except for his fame.

There's no need to go to great lengths to hold a celebration party.

Because this is what the main investor and producer Huayi has to do.

However, everyone kept it to themselves and did not mention Huayi.

Feng Xiaogang's face was rosy and he looked in high spirits. In response to all the compliments from everyone, he responded modestly.

In addition to big names in the industry such as Dong Xun, Zhang Yimou, and Li Xiaohong, many media reporters also came to the scene.

Ding Qi, director and director of Huayi, was also invited.

But he was very low-key tonight, and even his smile seemed a little forced.

Because before coming, Wang Zhongjun was still furious.

But Feng Xiaogang made money for Huayi after all, and made Huayi prosper. Even if the two parties parted ways, it would not be a good idea to make a big fuss for the sake of face.

In addition, although Feng Xiaogang has started his own company, as long as they don't fall out, there will be opportunities for cooperation in the future.

Otherwise, if Feng Xiaogang is also lured over by Star Media, the consequences will be disastrous.

After Wang Jinhua left home to become independent, her career has been many times better than when she was at Huayi.

Du Sheng, who collaborated with her, has the boxing champion effect + the rising ratings of the TV series, not to mention, "Big Guy" + "Infernal Affairs 2" have already proved to be a box office guarantee.

Two films collided during the National Day holiday, and "Heroes of Heaven and Earth" was crushed by the other one and could not even raise its head.

If Du Sheng gets on Feng Xiaogang's express train again, I'm afraid Huayi will be torn to pieces.

So, Ding Qi had no choice but to come.

But before we entered the hotel, the assistant suddenly pointed to a place not far away.

Ding Qi looked up and saw a group of reporters blocking Zhang Yimou there.

Zhang Yimou, who is usually serious, actually has a smile on his face at this moment.

Whenever reporters mentioned the filming progress of "House of Flying Daggers", he praised Du Sheng's acting skills and action direction many times.

It seems that he really liked the highlight scene of the ambush in the bamboo forest that was filmed some time ago.

Ding Qi didn't want to join in the fun, but the reporter was very sharp-eyed, and the two of them quickly approached:
"Mr. Ding, the box office of Cell Phone has exceeded 2 million. Do you think it is possible to surpass Infernal Affairs 2?"

This is clearly an attempt to stir up trouble.

After all, Huayi’s previous work “Heroes of Heaven and Earth” was trampled into a quagmire by “Infernal Affairs 2”, which caused both losses in money and people.

Ding Qi is also a man who has seen a lot of things in the world. He said calmly:
"It depends on the audience's wishes. I personally naturally hope to surpass them. After all, good films are not afraid of comparison."

Two more reporters came over and asked:

"Recently, there has been a rumor online about Du Sheng's 'plagiarism incident'. It was Huayi who instigated it. What do you think?"

Ding Qi's face changed slightly. This reporter kept asking about that.

I'll see what your mother thinks.

He suppressed his annoyance and said:

“It’s hard to tell whether online news is true or false, and we at Huayi are also troubled by this problem.

As for the specific situation, you may wish to consult Mr. Du. "

Seeing that he was about to leave, another reporter finally made a big move:

"Boss Ding, some people say that Director Feng left Huayi because he was ostracized and suppressed by the company just like Wang Jinhua?"

Ding Qi's face darkened and he said expressionlessly:

"There is no such thing. We have always had a good cooperation with Director Feng.
He just has his own independent ideas and will continue to cooperate with Huayi in the future."

Feng Xiaogang has made so many hit films for Huayi, but he only receives a fixed contract fee and no box office dividends, and he has long been jealous.

It just so happened that Wang Jinhua went out on his own to grow bigger and stronger. He didn't believe that he would be worse than the other party, so he had the idea of ​​starting a company early on.

But with the exclusion in front, people didn't believe it at all.

Ding Qi was too lazy to answer and walked straight to the hall.

As soon as he entered the main hall, he heard a reporter outside shouting:
"Du Sheng is here!"

Not far away, Du Sheng walked forward with broad strides and chest puffed out.

Accompanying him were two beauties, Fan Bingbing and Liu Tao, just like a big star walking on a catwalk.

In fact, Liu Tao met Du Sheng by chance at the hotel entrance.

"The Young Emperor" is currently being filmed in Beijing. TV producer Chen Yamei is very optimistic about her and brought her along on this trip.

Of course, the reason why Liu Tao showed up was because he learned that Du Sheng would also be here.

Perhaps it was because of the body-tempering pill she had taken before, her skin had become more delicate and smooth, and her figure had become more charming after not seeing her for such a short period of time.

A light white evening dress showed off her mature and graceful figure to the fullest.

Facing the cameras of reporters, she smiled and waved.

On the other side, Fan Bingbing was already accustomed to meeting Du Sheng's rumored girlfriend on the way.

She also smiled and waved to everyone. Coincidentally, she bumped into Liu Tao the last time she visited the set of The Heaven Sword and Dragon Saber.

So, this is not the first time.

"Crack, click..."

The sound of shutter clicks continued as reporters frantically captured every moment.

Du Sheng does not participate in many public events.

However, his K1 championship and two heroic feats of arresting criminals always leave people with a mysterious impression.

This was a rare opportunity, so the reporters certainly wouldn't miss this perfect chance to take photos.

Not to mention, Du Sheng's appearance was too eye-catching!
With his left arm, he holds the charming and fox-like Fan Bingbing, and with his right hand, he holds the mature and charming Liu Tao.

He was accompanied by two stunning beauties, which made all the men present look at him with envy and jealousy!

After the photo shoot, reporters swarmed in, but the first questions they asked were directed to Fan Bingbing.

Reporters asked directly:

"Bingbing, the relationship between Huayi and Star Media seems to be quite tense recently.

As one of Huayi's former top actresses, are you worried about being criticized for attending the celebration banquet tonight?"

Fan Bingbing smiled and said:
"Asheng and I are good friends. She is also one of the leading actresses in the film Cell Phone. It is only natural for me to come and support Director Feng."

"So, the scandal between you and Du Sheng is true?"

"Excuse me, Mr. Du, what is the relationship between you, Miss Fan, and Miss Liu?"

"Ms. Liu Tao, your skin has become smoother and more delicate. Is it really because of Mr. Du's massage techniques as the rumors say?"

"Isn't today Director Feng's reception party? How did it turn into Du Sheng's reality show?"

"..."

It has to be said that Du Sheng, Fan Bingbing and Liu Tao became the most dazzling presence as soon as they appeared on the stage.

Fortunately, Feng Xiaogang’s banquet has not started yet, otherwise it would be embarrassing to have his limelight stolen.

Du Sheng didn't want to steal the limelight from others, so he answered two sentences by playing to his strengths and avoiding his weaknesses, then walked into the hall.

"Hey, Jinhua didn't come. Are you going to be the representative, Bingbing?"

Feng Xiaogang also saw Du Sheng and the other two and came over to greet them with a smile on his face:
"Welcome, welcome. I can't greet you."

Du Sheng visited the set of "Cell Phone" last time, so it was not the first time they met.

Avoid the awkward introduction in the middle.

The people around were watching this scene, with three parts of watching the show and three parts of surprise in their eyes.

Recently, there has been a lot of buzz about Huayi and Star Media competing for theaters and the distribution of the "Kung Fu" movie.

It's no secret that Du Sheng is the boss of Star Media, yet he actually appeared in such an occasion.

In principle, Feng Xiaogang is still a member of Huayi.

Such a warm welcome to Du Sheng at this moment is bound to make some people think too much.

Some even speculated whether he would invite Du Sheng to star in his next film, just like Zhang Yimou did.

Anyway, the reporters were already excited and kept taking pictures with their cameras.

Du Sheng and Feng Xiaogang shook hands with each other and joked with a smile:

"Director Feng, I hope my uninvited visitor doesn't disturb you."

"No way, Ah Sheng, you are the representative of Interstellar Media. Your presence tonight is a great honor to the party."

Feng Xiaogang led him into the banquet hall, facing the guests, and announced loudly:
“Maybe some of my friends are not familiar with him, or they only know that he is the first world boxing champion among Chinese people.

Now, let me formally introduce myself to you all.”

"The movie Infernal Affairs 2, starring Du Sheng some time ago, has already grossed over million yuan worldwide!"

Over 100 million?!
There was a moment of surprise in the banquet hall.

Everyone has a rough idea of ​​the domestic box office performance of this movie.

Since the National Day holiday, it has topped the list for four consecutive weeks, with revenue reaching 46 million.

But who would have thought that the performance in overseas markets would be even better.

With this box office appeal, he is considered a popular young star in Asia!

It is almost foreseeable what kind of storm "Infernal Affairs 2" will create in Taiwan and Southeast Asia.

"Director Feng, thank you for your praise. Thank you for your praise."

Du Sheng smiled modestly, and then added in a low-key manner:
"In fact, Infernal Affairs 2 has already grossed 1 million yuan."

As a human being, we should seek truth from facts.

Since its release in Neon half a month ago, it has earned 400 million Neon coins.

These words left everyone present stunned.

And this is what Ding Qi least wants to hear.

But the banquet had just begun, and reporters and other people were asked to leave. It was inconvenient for him to leave immediately.
So he stood against the wall, glass of wine in hand, his eyes wandering around the banquet hall, looking for his "target" for tonight.

Suddenly, a mature and elegant lady came into view.

His eyes lit up instantly.

"He's just a pretentious guy. If he didn't rely on women to get to the top, he would be nothing!"

Ding Qi walked towards the mature actress gracefully and said with a proud look.

After Liu Tao and Du Sheng separated, they were greeting each other's familiar friends.

Suddenly realizing someone was approaching, she instinctively took a step back, a hint of confusion in her eyes.

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(End of this chapter)