Chapter 350 The Hulk

Suddenly, someone interrupted:
"You don't know yet?

Last year in Hong Kong’s film market, all three of his films made it into the top ten at the box office! ”

"real or fake?"

There were sounds of surprise all around.

When it comes to the box office, it's all about them.

Even though they are in Hollywood, Hong Kong's developments always attract their attention.

However, Chinese-language films are not released on a large scale in the Beacon Country, so most people don’t have a chance to watch them.

If the identity of boxing champion has little to do with them, then this box office result has undoubtedly been recognized by many people.

Some actresses with ideas have frequently turned their attention to Du Sheng.

Even though their aesthetic standards are very high, the guy in front of them is definitely a handsome guy.

Some male actors were nervous.

Because there are not many opportunities for Asian actors in Hollywood.

If there is another strong man like this, the competition will undoubtedly become more intense.

After a while, Xu Ligong led Du Sheng and Hong Yubao over and said with a smile on his face:
"I believe you have all heard of the name of Xi Bao, so I will not introduce him in detail.

This is Mr. Du Sheng, a popular young actor from the mainland and a super idol in the Asian boxing world. "

Yang Ziqiong smiled and applauded:

"Mr. Du, I didn't expect you to set foot in Hollywood so soon. I'm impressed by you after three days of absence. Welcome!"

Du Sheng also smiled:
"Sister Qiong, nice to meet you again, just call me Ah Sheng.

I am here to discuss the boxing match, so I can’t really say I have set foot there, because I have to go back to the mainland to film a movie.”

The last time Yang Ziqiong returned to China to attend an awards ceremony, the two met from a distance.

After hearing this, several Chinese male actors around felt a lot more relaxed and the smiles on their faces seemed more genuine.

"Du, welcome to Hollywood. Your performance in the boxing world is great. You have brought honor to us Chinese people!"

Everyone greeted him warmly and Du Sheng responded modestly.

After the pleasantries, he came to Yang Ziqiong:
"Sister Qiong, I'm your fan. When will your new work be released?"

A helpless smile appeared on Yang Ziqiong's face, and he shook his head and said:
"It probably won't be possible in the next two years."

Last year, her first starring role in "Legend of Tianmai" was released, but it was well received but not popular.

Of the more than 20 million U.S. dollars in production costs, only 30 million were recovered worldwide, not even enough to cover the cost.

Hollywood's profit-seeking nature is very cruel. As long as one of your movies fails, they will immediately turn their backs on you.

So, at present, no one has asked her to film a movie.

Du Sheng knew very well how serious the situation of Hollywood flattering the powerful and bullying the weak was, and laughed:

"Sister Qiong, when you went to Hong Kong alone to fight for your fortune, didn't you also rise from a small figure to become the number one female action star?
Relax, maybe someone will ask you to film a movie later."

Although "Legend of Tianmai" failed in North America, it had good box office in Asia and the feedback from the DVD market was also good.

Two months later, when major producers get the overall sales data, there will naturally be follow-up opportunities.

In fact, in the second half of the year, a director from the Beacon Country approached her to film "Memoirs of a Geisha".

Although the lead actress was Zhang Ziyi, Yang Ziqiong also made a comeback through this film.

Yang Ziqiong recalled the situation 20 years ago. At that time, she couldn’t even understand Cantonese or Mandarin, and she had indeed had a difficult journey.

But the xenophobia in Hollywood is even more serious, and she couldn't help but sigh:

"It's hard to make a name for yourself here!"

"That's right. Hollywood is much harder than you think, especially for Asians. It's even harder."

"Without connections or background, no one would want you even if you offered yourself to me."

“Even though I finally joined the crew, there was still suppression everywhere on the set.”

“Those directors would deliberately find fault with you, saying that your behavior is not in line with the customs of the Lighthouse Country.

I grew up in Singapore, how could I understand the cultural customs of the Beacon Country?

Even the expressions of happiness and surprise had to be relearned!"

The people around also echoed and expressed their dissatisfaction.

Yang Ziqiong nodded silently and said to Du Sheng seriously:
"Ah Sheng, if you really want to make it in Hollywood, you must be fully aware of it.

They say they don't engage in racial discrimination, but secretly there are many obstacles and every step is a test.

When I first came here, people said my pronunciation was not good. It was really painful for me to have to learn it from scratch like a primary school student at the age of four. "

Hollywood has never been very friendly to Asian actors.

Unless your character is set to be a humorous image with a comedic touch.

Du Sheng just smiled when he heard this.

The language package he won in the lottery was American English, so this situation is unlikely to happen.

Moreover, for artists like Jet Li who have a huge fan base, Hollywood will specially provide dubbing.

But they are right about one thing: those below the bottom are all ants.

This is a long-standing problem in the Beacon Country - racial prejudice.

Under the lens of Hollywood, people of different skin colors are labeled:

White Europeans and Americans are usually portrayed as positive and optimistic;

The Slavs are often portrayed as rough and cunning;
Black characters are often impulsive, humorous, and outspoken;
As for the yellow race, they are portrayed as thin and timid.

The roles that Hollywood tailors for Asians are largely to cater to the tastes of audiences in the beacon country.

In addition to deepening their prejudiced impressions of the Asian community, these characters are most likely meant to cater to the brainwashing of the Zheng government.

Yang Ziqiong sighed:
"In the final analysis, the influence and voice of Chinese people in Hollywood are too humble!"

In the beacon country, the channels for Chinese people to express their opinions have always been narrow, not to mention in Hollywood, the center of the film and television industry.

Although Chinese people are good at making money, most of them are banana people and run people, and rarely take the initiative to create momentum, which makes the overall voice weak.

The ethnic group lacks a voice, the number of Chinese people entering Hollywood is limited, and they are excluded everywhere.

This situation has become more serious as people like Jackie Chan and Jet Li have been gradually marginalized.

So this is why so many Asians admire Li An so much.

Although Du Sheng had experienced this long ago, his understanding became even deeper after personal communication and contact.

While they were talking, Yang Ziqiong suddenly nodded at Du Sheng:

"Brother Eucalyptus is here."

Li An had already entertained them just now, and this time he came most likely for Du Sheng.

Du Sheng turned around and saw a man wearing a black suit, with neat hair and a happy face walking towards him.

It was the focus of this gathering—Li An.

When he saw Du Sheng, he smiled and greeted him:

"Ah Sheng, welcome to the world's film mecca, Hollywood!"

To be honest, if it were in the mainland, no one would talk to Du Sheng as a superior.

But Li An has become accustomed to the spotlight during this period, and it shows unconsciously.

And he has already climbed to the top of Hollywood, so he is indeed qualified.

Du Sheng was open-minded and ignored this little thing, smiling:
"Director Li, I have long heard of your name. I feel honored to meet you today."

"Haha, Ah Sheng, I've seen your Infernal Affairs 2.
The part about murdering the heroine may be a little immature, but the overall completion is quite good.”

As Li An spoke, he patted Du Sheng on the shoulder:

"Even in Hollywood, your acting skills are outstanding among the younger generation!"

He looked like a senior director entering the directing state, which was probably a habit.

Du Sheng saw Li An's sincere eyes and smiled as usual:

"Director Li, you are too kind. Compared with your achievements, it is nothing."

"Haha, Ah Sheng, you're new here, so if you have any questions, just tell me and I'll definitely help if I can."

Li An was in a good mood as he spoke politely.

But no one took it seriously, and Du Sheng just smiled.

"Ah Sheng, come, let me introduce you to some bigwigs in Hollywood. It will definitely be beneficial to your future development."

The people around watching this scene couldn't help but feel envy and jealousy.

They have known Li An for a long time. When have they ever received such special care?

Isn't the reason why so many people come to support him to gain more connections and resources through him?
No one expected that this young man who had just set foot in Hollywood would get it so easily.

He was also introduced by Li An himself.

How can this not make people jealous?
Only Yang Ziqiong and Xu Ligong, who were familiar with Li An, shook their heads and smiled.

They knew Li An's past and temperament.

Before becoming a director, Li An had always been dependent on his wife for support and had experienced all kinds of hardships and difficulties.

Although he has achieved success and fame now, he has a bit of a show-off mentality.

As for why he brought Du Sheng and not others?

That’s of course because of Du Sheng’s dual identities as a Chinese boxing champion and a media boss.

In Li An’s eyes, no matter how outstanding an actor is, he is just low- to middle-level and is looked down upon. What’s the fun in showing off?

But Du Sheng is different, his status and ability are there.

The other party himself is also valued by mainland prostitutes.

This point alone makes us different from the general public.

Li An has worked in the film industry for many years, and has been constrained by capital both in Hong Kong and Hollywood.

Now that I have established myself, I naturally want to show off my style in front of such people.

Moreover, Du Sheng is naturally more famous, so it’s even more exciting to shake it!
Du Sheng felt amused.

It seems that no matter who you are, returning home in glory and showing off in public are the same no matter where you are.

Since Li An wanted to show off, he couldn't suppress him. He wouldn't suffer any loss anyway.

On the contrary, it would be great to get to know some people in the Hollywood circle with the introduction of this great director.

After going around, I did get to know a lot of people and got a few cards.

"Hi, Bradt, Timo, let me introduce to you——"

Li An took Du Sheng to meet two middle-aged white men, and they exchanged names.

At this time, a noble lady on the left waved to Li An.

He looked at Du Sheng with a little regret and said:
"There's something going on over there. You can chat with your friends here first. I'll go over and deal with it..."

After Li An left, Du Sheng took a glass of red wine and sat down leisurely beside him.

He didn't rush to interrupt, but just recalled the identities of the two people around him.

The person on the left is Michael Bradt, a Universal Pictures screenwriter who has worked with Li An on "The Incredible Hulk" and owns an entertainment company.

The other is a director who just came to Lighthouse Country from Rakshasa Country, Timur Bekmambetov.
He has directed "Gladiator" and "Escape from the Mountain Country".

He is currently busy promoting his new film "Night Watch".

The two men nodded slightly to Du Sheng who was sitting down and continued their previous conversation, as if they did not regard the person next to them as an outsider.

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(End of this chapter)