Chapter 502: Crazy about wanting to be famous!
Time flies and a few more days pass.

The "Kung Fu" program was prepared for a year and was finally released not long ago.

Thanks to the hard work of Du Sheng, her team and the contestants over the past few days, the program broke many records as soon as it was launched on Yangshi Channel 5.

First of all, in terms of ratings, due to the gimmick of the K1 final where Du Sheng and Mark Hunt would compete on the same stage again on the first day of broadcast, the ratings that night unexpectedly reached a record high of 8.6%.

According to Director Bi, the explosion was unprecedented!
Because not long ago the women's volleyball team staged a big comeback in the Athens Olympic Games final. Despite the injury of main player Zhao Xinxin, they finally defeated the Luosha team and won the championship. The ratings were only 8.2%.

The final caused a complete uproar both online and offline the next day.

Not surprisingly, the "Kung Fu" program also enjoyed relevant treatment.

Although Du Sheng was not there on the second night, he still appeared on camera from time to time as the head coach. In addition, the biggest boss Mark Hunt easily KOed the domestic players, which made countless viewers curse while watching the show.

The jokes and provocative effects were really mastered by the program crew.

Therefore, the subsequent ratings remained above 7%.

According to Zhong Zhen's excited phone call, Litchi TV, Ching Hai TV, Hohhot TV and other TV stations have already sent people to contact him to discuss the purchase of broadcasting rights.

In addition, Sohu Video, a new program launched by Sohu Entertainment this year, also showed great interest in this program.

It can be said that this program has basically been successfully implemented.

As long as this foundation is maintained, the three-level competition model of heaven, earth and man can continue to operate.

In the future, we can use cities as the latitude to integrate resources such as fighting clubs, boxing gyms, martial arts schools, and fitness centers to create high-frequency, popular local and human-level competitions.

This will not only provide a transfusion to the Tian level and allow more people to participate, but also cultivate a better mass base and more professional boxers.

Domestic related competitive events are lagging far behind, and this is the only way to catch up quickly.

Du Sheng can also breathe a sigh of relief and focus on other aspects.

During lunch on August 8, Du Sheng suddenly remembered that he had an important arrangement for today.

He logged into Renren and posted a status.

"Girls' Generation's latest album, "Not Because I Miss You Because I'm Lonely," was released at 12 noon.

It can be found online on Taobao and Renren, as well as in major offline audio and video stores.

Leave a message below this status and attach photos of your album purchases. I will randomly select 100 lucky fans from each of the four major platforms and give them signed posters and T-shirts. "

Girls' Generation's new album just came out, so Du Sheng naturally couldn't miss the opportunity to promote them.

Things have been so busy lately that he almost forgot about it.

As one of the most followed public figures online, Du Sheng has more than 3500 million fans on the four major social media platforms, making him one of the top stars in the country.

As a result, once this status was posted, it quickly received thousands of comments.

"It's been so long since I remembered to promote it. Isn't it a bit late for Du Sheng to support Girls' Generation?"

“I have already bought it, here is a photo.

Although I am a boy, I really want a signed poster of Du Sheng, preferably one that is a bit sexy.”

"The guy upstairs, you have a great figure. We can talk privately. I also love sports..."

“The album was sold offline early in the morning, and I couldn’t stop listening to it.

As expected of a song composed by Du Sheng, it is great as always!"

"'Making Mistakes' and 'Toxic Perfume' are my favorites. I hope I can be selected. I want Brother Sheng's autograph."

"Male boxing fans upstairs, please make way. Du Sheng is exclusively for our female fans.

In order to support Girls' Generation, I mobilized the whole class to buy no less than 20 albums. I must win this lucky draw once, right?"

"Everyone is talking about Du Sheng. Have you forgotten that this is Girls' Generation's new album?"

……

Du Sheng found it very interesting to see these various replies.

Just as he was immersed in the comment section, Ye Jingzhi called.

Ye Jingzhi seldom called Du Sheng, after all, they usually communicated during Fudao Hequan.

So whenever she called, it usually meant something was urgent.

After Du Sheng answered the phone, Ye Jingzhi told him:
“Ah Sheng, Director Zhang Yimou just contacted me and asked if you would like to attend the celebration of House of Flying Daggers, which will be held at 9pm on September 1st, the day the film ends.

If you participate, you need to attend three or two rehearsals in advance."

In fact, "House of Flying Daggers" had already held a wrap party some time ago, but it was mainly for the crew team.

However, the unique celebration of Xinhuamian Company will be a grand performance, and people in the circle will be invited to participate.

The film grossed 1.82 million yuan domestically and over 1.2 million US dollars worldwide.

To put it bluntly, it is to continue to expand influence and popularity and pave the way for the next play.

There are more pretentious elements.

A few days ago, Wang Jinhua told Du Sheng that artists from the company including Chen Daoming, Zuo Xiaoqing and Girls' Generation had accepted the invitation and would attend the celebration.

By doing this, they not only gave face to Zhang Yimou, but also increased their own exposure, killing two birds with one stone.

However, she didn't expect that Zhang Yimou actually wanted to invite Du Sheng to perform on stage.

Du Sheng thought about it and responded:
"Please decline my offer for me. Tell him that I will be joining the filming crew soon and the schedule may conflict."

If he agrees to participate, he will have to rehearse and Du Sheng will have to rush back to Beijing from Hong Kong.

This might delay subsequent work arrangements, and he was not very interested in this kind of public display of power.

Ye Jingzhi guessed that this would happen, and continued:
"Director Zhang mentioned on the phone that he is planning a new movie, which is considered an alternative art film.

Although he has no intention of doing so, judging from his tone, he seems to be quite optimistic about you.

If we decline the celebration banquet, I am afraid it will affect the subsequent cooperation."

I have to say that Zhang Yimou is really a vibrant person.

His current main task is to prepare a closing ceremony performance for the Athens Olympics, and at the same time prepare for the North American release of "House of Flying Daggers". He actually still has the time and energy to prepare a new movie.

Du Sheng thought for a moment and said:

“I really can’t spare the time for the celebration party, so let’s postpone it for now. After all, we may still be able to go to the lighthouse later.

As for Director Zhang's future projects, if he is really interested in looking for me, there will be plenty of opportunities in the future."

After hearing this, Ye Jingzhi expressed her understanding.

He chatted with Du Sheng for a few minutes and agreed to discuss things with him, then hung up the phone.

Zhang Yimou's next work is titled "A Thousand Miles Alone". Du Sheng had seen the commentary version in his previous life. The story revolves around a Japanese father and son's experience of surviving in the East.

Since the film was invested and produced by a Japanese company, the main characters are naturally played by Japanese actors.

The reason why Zhang Yimou took a fancy to Du Sheng was naturally because of his high popularity in Asia.

But playing a Japanese role, especially a non-protagonist, did not have much appeal to Du Sheng.

Tong Liya, who was sitting opposite Du Sheng, was somewhat excited after listening to the conversation:

"Brother Sheng, is Director Zhang Yimou planning to ask you to act in another movie?"

She recently finished filming "It Started with a Kiss" and has no schedule recently, so she simply went back to the Central Academy of Drama to make up for her lessons.

Moreover, since being encouraged by Du Sheng last time, his self-confidence has been restored a lot, and now he has taken the initiative to come to visit.

"It's just an intention. I may not appear in the show. Why are you so happy?"

Du Sheng found it funny.

But I have to say, this girl's exotic beauty is indeed dazzling.

As soon as she came in, not only did the audience's eyes light up, but the contestants also became more motivated in training.

"That's Director Zhang. If he invites me to act, I..."

Tong Liya held her cheek, thought for a moment and said:
"Even if it's just for the role, it's worth training for several months!"

Rumor has it that when Zhang Ziyi starred in "Hero", she was forced by Zhang Yimou to practice martial arts for half a year.

Du Sheng shook his head and smiled, saying:
"With your current acting skills, you're OK for small screen roles, but you need to hone your skills for the big screen."

Although Tong Liya has been performing on stage for several years and has starred in two dramas, she is not good enough in front of people like Zhang Yimou.

The reason why Zhang Yimou chose Zhang Ziyi back then was because the latter was good in all aspects, had won the Hundred Flowers Award for Best Actress, and had also worked with her before.

Not to mention the success of Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, casting her was a guarantee.

"I will work hard!"

"I took the trouble to teach you Crane Fist, but you worked so hard that you were sweating all over but still didn't learn it. It shows that it's not something that can be achieved with just hard work."

Facing Du Sheng's teasing, Tong Liya didn't know what she was thinking of, blushed and whispered:

"Brother Sheng, how about you teach me again tonight? I promise to work hard to learn it!"

Although Tong Liya still couldn't let go of her reserve and was very shy in front of others, she became intimate with Du Sheng unconsciously during her interaction.

Occasionally acting coquettishly is also very funny.

As the first pioneer, Du Sheng naturally loves Tong Liya very much.

After all, this girl is beautiful, has an outstanding figure, and her exotic and coquettish manner is very appropriate. She is indeed a woman who understands the ways of the world.

Therefore, faced with such a proactive and studious student, Du Sheng would take time to guide her no matter how busy he was.

But after only 20 minutes that night, Tong Liya was so tired that she fell down and could not hold on any longer.

Du Sheng smiled and said:

"I will be very busy in the next two months and it is unlikely that I will be free again. Don't you cherish this rare teaching time?"

"Teacher Du, please continue to teach me!"

Tong Liya thought so too. Although she felt reluctant, she had to cheer up.

So even though his legs were shaking, he gritted his teeth and continued to learn Crane Fist.

I have to say, girls with perseverance and dreams are beautiful!
As Du Sheng traveled around for promotional activities, he met more and more women.

First up is Fan Bingbing. She has appeared frequently on various red carpets recently, and her popularity has completely stabilized at the top.

Next came the girls from Girls' Generation. While they were promoting their new album in Modou, they took time out to come and meet Du Sheng.

It was just that the promotional schedule was tight and both parties were busy, so we left after staying for less than an hour.

Then came Liu Tao, who said she came to visit Fan Bingbing, but everyone knew her real intention. With Liu Tao's joining, Gao Yuanyuan felt a little alone.

Then Jia Jingwen also came, and the beauties rarely formed a united front.

This forced Du Sheng to use almost 80% of his strength to deal with it.

After all, quad kill is still very challenging and difficult.

It takes at least three hours to determine the winner of a battle.

I don't know if it's because they are angry that they lost even though they joined forces.

Du Sheng was surprised that the four girls' relationship had become closer than before.

Because they seem to be plotting something, and they obviously want to make the men completely defeated and become worthless.

So Du Sheng had a very pleasant time during this short trip.

"Brother Sheng, Spider is so angry that he will most likely accept the challenge!"

At noon that day, Wang Yaoyang suddenly came over excitedly with a newspaper.

Du Sheng was a little surprised and asked:
"Didn't he say before that he would not accept a title defense this year? Why did he suddenly change his stance?"

"Hehe, maybe it was because of what you said in the previous interview with Fox that made him feel ashamed!"

Wang Yaoyang chuckled and couldn't help but think of Du Sheng's interview with Fox News at the "Kung Fu" program press conference.

Fox News Reporter:
"Du, remember when you defeated the Iceman, you said that if Tyson and the others accepted your challenge, you would make them fall to the ground right there.

Is this still valid now?"

Although there was ambiguity in the other party's words, Du Sheng was too lazy to correct it and just said lightly:
“The commitment remains in place and they are always welcome to challenge.”

The Fox News reporter just laughed.

Tyson is indeed preparing for a comeback, but he is unlikely to accept a challenge from an Asian.

So he changed the subject:

"'Spider' Anderson Silva once insinuated that you are crazy about being famous and are simply overestimating your own capabilities.

What do you think of this statement? "

Du Sheng stretched out a finger and said lightly:
"I said two rounds to fight Iceman before, but that was too much, so let's just do one round."

"what?!"

The Fox reporter was a little surprised.

He didn't expect that this Oriental man would suddenly say such a powerful statement.

You know, Anderson Silva is a well-deserved world champion and the owner of the UFC middleweight gold belt. His strength is unquestionable.

“I haven’t dared to defend my title for months, so how can I be considered the No.1 middleweight in the UFC?

I suggest that President Dana White introduce a policy that those who do not fight for more than three months will automatically step down! "

Du Sheng's words were not only arrogant, but he also didn't take the "Spider" seriously at all.

But what news pursues is popularity.

His "arrogant" interview will definitely cause widespread discussion.

Regardless of whether there will be a fight between the two in the end, it is certain to be a big gimmick.

As for whose image was damaged, it has nothing to do with the Fox News reporter.

He made a special trip to interview her this time because he saw how popular Du Sheng was.

As expected, the interview became the headline of Fox News the next day.

The title is scary, "Eastern Boxing Champion Du Sheng angrily denounces 'Spider' for occupying the toilet without taking a shit, he is just a waste!"

The reporter devoted a lot of space to reporting Du Sheng's cold words, and even implicitly pointed out his disdain for the entire boxing world of the Lighthouse Country.

Once this report was released, it once again swept the fighting world of the Lighthouse Country.

An oriental boxer who dares to continue to "talk big" in the Lighthouse Country.

He still managed to maintain his contempt and not be defeated. This is also a kind of skill!

In this era, what onlookers like most is excitement.

It was then reprinted and even published in China.

Faced with such provocation and ridicule from boxing fans, 'Spider' really couldn't sit still.

If there is no response at all, the label of "waste" will definitely not be removed.

In addition, considering that he had turned down too many challenges, UFC executives were also very dissatisfied.

With pressure from both inside and outside, we have no choice but to fight.

So he accepted the interview that day.

What's so great about defeating the Iceman? You're just a piece of crap. Come and fight me if you dare.

"What does Don King say?"

After reading it, Du Sheng put down the newspaper and smiled, not caring about the spider's fragrant breath.

People who lack cultural heritage can't even curse in any way and always say the same thing starting with F.

As for whether the other party will accept the challenge?
In fact, it has been delayed for so long that it is only a matter of time.

But he didn't expect that the other party would dare to accept his challenge.

After all, if you replace him with a more timid person, he will most likely pick on the weak and just deal with the once-a-year title defense.

Is this in line with what Wang Yaoyang said, that he was mad and wanted to get back at his enemies?

I can only say that the brain circuits of people in the North American boxing world are amazing!
"Sister Hua has already contacted us and said she is urging UFC to arrange a venue as soon as possible."

Wang Yaoyang has been looking forward to this battle for a long time, and he smiled:

"In about half a month, we should be able to see the truth!"

His admiration for Du Sheng's abilities almost reached the level of worship.

After this fight, Du Sheng will most likely be able to top the UFC middleweight division and bring honor to Chinese people around the world!

It can also slap the faces of those racists in North America!

They can also make a lot of money from this.

It can be said to serve multiple purposes.

"We have basically finished our itinerary here, let's go to Hong Kong next."

Considering that even if the UFC is going to have a fight, it will take half a month to promote it, Du Sheng took into account his busy schedule and got in the car.

Starting next month, dramas such as "The Twin Dragons of the Tang Dynasty", "Water Moon" and "Blood Romance" will be broadcast in succession.

During this period, he recorded variety shows or related programs in advance to cooperate with the broadcast of "Tang Dynasty".

As for other dramas, even if he doesn't go to support them, he still has to help promote them.

Next, in addition to cooperating with TVB on a trip to Hong Kong, he also had to attend the wrap party for "Initial D".

When the final part was being filmed in Neon, the main group had already left, so Liu Weiqiang simply asked the team to return to Hong Kong to set it up again.

Hong Kong, Wan Chai night banquet, brightly lit.

Tonight is the wrap party for "Initial D", and most people are here.

Even some people from "Infernal Affairs" came to join in the fun.

Because these films were all invested by Huanya Company, tonight's celebratory banquet was paid for by the big boss Lin Jianyue.

"Hey, didn't Bai Zhi come with you?"

Seeing Du Sheng coming alone, Liu Weiqiang, who was chatting at the door, smiled and teased.

Almost everyone who is active in the Hong Kong entertainment industry knows about the scandal between Zhang Baizhi and Du Sheng.

After all, when promoting "House of Flying Daggers" before, these two could be said to be a couple.

"Her other movie is about to be released, and she's promoting it now."

Du Sheng smiled and explained casually.

Currently, Pak-Chi Cheung is considered a unique female star in Hong Kong, with four movies released this year alone.

For example, "Flying Man Little White Dragon", which will be released during the National Day holiday, is a film invested by Oriental Star Entertainment, the company behind her.

The one to follow is naturally "The Mouse Loves the Cat".

The reason why Du Sheng paid attention to these things was because the director of this film was very likely to work with him in the future.

While they were chatting, Lin Jianyue and his wife came over arm in arm.

"Wei Qiang, drink a lot tonight."

Lin Jianyue smiled and shook the cup at Liu Weiqiang.

Liu Weiqiang responded with a smile:

"I have to thank Lin Shenglin for his appreciation this time, otherwise this film would probably be shelved and gathering dust."

He had tried many times to solicit investment for this comic adaptation, but when he heard the budget was 30 million, everyone shook their heads.

If it weren't for the huge popularity of the "Infernal Affairs" series, which made money for Huanya, it would have been difficult to attract investment this time.

"Haha, let's make money together. Anyway, I'm quite optimistic about it."

Lin Jianyue laughed and said a few words, then looked at Du Sheng:

"Ah Sheng, you are the hero of Initial D. We have to congratulate you tonight and win a prize."

Ever since "The Mouse Loves the Cat" made a lot of money, he has always been optimistic about Du Sheng.

Liu Wei Qiang originally wanted to invite Zhou Jie Lun to star in "Initial D" and it was he who brought it up.

Then it was Du Sheng who took over.

"Haha, easy to talk about."

Du Sheng smiled slightly, clinked glasses with him and exchanged a few polite words.

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(End of this chapter)