Chapter 278: After Binding the Childbirth System, Becoming a Winner in Life Chapter 279: Entertainment Industry's Unconventional Cann

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Main Character:

Shen Yao

"Director Zhang's film shoots always go over budget," Lu Xian, as someone who had personally experienced Director Zhang's overruns, spoke with great helplessness.

This isn't about discussing Zhang Tao's fondness for spending money, but rather that this person excels at perfecting projects to the utmost, to the point where the currently prepared funds are insufficient, causing all sorts of shortfalls in the project.

Shen Yao frowned. She had prepared no small amount of money; after deducting the actors' expenses, there should be over a hundred million left, yet even that couldn't stop Zhang Tao's pursuit of perfection. Mhm, it seems not letting this person shoot a sci-fi film was a very wise choice.

When it comes to burning money, nothing beats those profoundly mysterious sci-fi films; one cannot attempt them lightly.

"If I have time at the end of the month, I'll go take a look," as long as the money is spent in the right place, additional investment isn't a problem.

It wouldn't do to just leave a nearly finished film sitting there, or to bring in other capital to share the pressure.

Shen Yao was confident this film would make money, so naturally she wanted to keep the film's copyright and distribution entirely in her own hands.

Lu Xian turned his head to look at Shen Yao. "I have nothing going on at the end of the month; I'll accompany you."

As boyfriend and girlfriend, appropriate companionship is beneficial for deepening feelings.

Shen Yao pursed her lips and nodded, mentioning the TV drama she was currently filming; once they arrived at the hotel, she would have entanglements with that group of people.

Sigh

When will Planet Film and Television reach the next level? Currently, although Planet Film and Television has recruited quite a lot of personnel, in terms of scale it still cannot compare to some film and television companies that have been famous for a long time.

Moreover, Shen Yao's Planet Film and Television is picky in style and has already been privately complained about by quite a few industry insiders, especially those self-recommending celebrity artists who, after being rejected, couldn't save face and are the main force ruining Planet Film and Television's reputation.

In Shen Yao's view, business fails but friendship remains; they insist on speaking words that make both parties embarrassed. She isn't some open-minded, generous person who doesn't hold grudges. Planet Film and Television's blacklist is already a thick stack.

If this continues, Shen Yao will have to worry that there are too many people on the blacklist, and the remaining actors won't be enough to choose from for filming.

After all, Shen Yao still has to consider certain actors' black history; she can't let them finish filming and then have the whole production martyred along with them — that would truly be a losing deal.

The vehicle moved forward, bypassing the congested road section ahead, and soon stopped at a hotel entrance.

The appreciation banquet was held in the second-floor hall of the hotel. The venue was spacious and bright enough. It was said that several dozen media newspapers would also be in attendance.

In the current era of developed internet, newspapers' influence has already declined, but they are still traditional media after all; those who should be invited still need to be invited.

The two were dressed rather casually; compared to celebrities walking the red carpet, they looked more like they were out for a stroll.

Outside the flashing lights were gathered fans. In this scorching heat, they ran over to chase stars; Shen Yao admired their courage in her heart.

Bypassing the noisy hotel entrance, the two went upstairs under the staff's arrangement.

Compared to downstairs, upstairs was somewhat quieter, but likewise, upstairs was more formal than downstairs.

"President Shen, Mr. Lu"

The two arriving hand in hand attracted the attention of many people. Aside from the fans outside who came for their idols, even the celebrities themselves were paying attention to them.

These are two investors, after all. Get on their good side, and there's an extra layer of connections for future acting roles. Who wouldn't want roles to act in and money to earn?

"President Shen"

A beauty in a red dress approached gracefully. Liu Ying, the female lead of "Lock Heart Legend," was not young and was a famous powerhouse actor in the circle.

Shen Yao nodded her head, exchanged a few compliments with the other party, and when the male lead Zhou He arrived with his agent, Liu Ying took the opportunity to leave and mingle with others.

After the male and female leads came the supporting male and female roles. Just like in an imperial harem with strict rules, the entertainment industry also follows this backward custom.

No one goes to break the convention. Even Shen Yao merely moves within the bottom-line range, disguising herself well before blending in among them.

The wine glass in her hand was frequently replaced. Shen Yao didn't like drinking, but on this occasion, she still had to give face to the people who came over.

"President Shen, please take care of me in the future."

"Certainly."

"President Shen, for Planet Film and Television's dramas, please give more consideration to my xx."

"Xx is excellent, should be."

"..."

One couldn't tell how many words she had spoken. By the time Shen Yao left the appreciation banquet, her little head was still a bit dizzy.

Lu Xian supported Shen Yao with one hand, conveniently pulling her into his embrace.

There was a pleasant scent of fresh grass and trees on his coat, causing Shen Yao to inhale deeply.

"How is it? Want to rest a bit?" Lu Xian's one careless moment directly caused Shen Yao to get drunk.

Shen Yao shook her head, directly lying prone in Lu Xian's embrace, her arms circling his waist.

"It's nothing, just feel tonight is really lively." On the dazzling appreciation banquet, one scene after another named reality was being performed.

Everyone says TV dramas are fake, little knowing that moving real-life content onto the screen would only make people find it absurd.

"Let's go back. Director Zhao of Huai City Television is very interested in that xianxia drama. I'll have someone follow up," to facilitate subsequent price negotiations.

Lu Xian gave an "mm" upon hearing this, had the staff help drive the car over, he reached out to steady Shen Yao as she sat, and drove home himself.

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The explosion of "Lock Heart Legend" was distinctly different from the dramas previously produced by Planet Film and Television.

The most prominent feature is that this drama is addictive, making people watch it over and over again unknowingly, and repeatedly re-watch it.

Various famous uppers began sprouting up like bamboo shoots after rain to comment on this drama. Whether praise or criticism, all could welcome a wave of traffic.

Shen Yao had Ma Qingjian arrange people to keep a close watch. Once inappropriate discussions appeared, the water army would directly step in to guide public opinion, to prevent problems from arising that would drag this drama into muddy waters.

As for some discussions not involving the bottom line, Shen Yao let them play freely, and sometimes even spent money to continue buying hot searches.

The benefit of doing this is that the second and third broadcast rights of "Lock Heart Legend" sold very quickly.

After all, this drama is very popular. Even reruns can earn full ratings, and the inserted advertising revenue makes TV stations envious. What reason is there not to spend money to buy it? It's not expensive anyway.

Yes, "Lock Heart Legend" sells cheaper and cheaper, but cheap things sold in large quantities can also accumulate a staggering huge fortune.

Shen Yao had wanted to turn "Lock Heart Legend" into a benchmark for the TV drama industry from the start, and she was eyeing several decent year-end award ceremonies, so she spared no expense on promotional spending.

For three full months, popular TV dramas online all bore the name "Lock Heart Legend," and even after the series ended, its hot search rankings kept surging every few days.

With such a posture, when the annual award ceremony was convened, it was no surprise that "Lock Heart Legend" was nominated for seven major awards including Best Actor and Actress.

"General Manager Shen, the Qianhua Award committee has sent an invitation letter; the 'Lock Heart Legend' crew is going to win an award."

Time had come to October, the weather turned cool, and Shen Yao's clothes were changed to slightly thicker long robes.

These past few months, Shen Yao had never been idle; even though she and Lu Xian were boyfriend and girlfriend, it still couldn't stop her determination to go out and run around everywhere.

Zhang Tao's movie had finished filming and was currently in the production stage. Because the movie filming went over budget, Zhang Tao felt uneasy and felt he was working overtime for Shen Yao, responsible for the movie editing matters.

The later xianxia dramas and wuxia dramas had already successfully sold their broadcasting rights, just waiting for March next year to be released.

"Did Director Zheng receive the notification? He is still filming at the film and television base; remember to ask someone to return in advance."

"Lock Heart Legend" is Director Zheng's painstaking work; it can be said to be worth five top-tier works.

Director Zheng had been diligently filming without rest these past few years, first to make money, second for the big pie Shen Yao painted; now the big pie has come true, no matter what, he cannot miss it.

Ma Qingjian assured Shen Yao to rest assured; she had notified Director Zheng as soon as she received the news.

"According to Director Zheng's meaning, he is not very willing to come," Ma Qingjian had a difficult expression; the Qianhua Award is known for being watery, likes to distribute various pork, and the award process is not very fair either; its reputation inside and outside the circle has always been bad.

The year-end award ceremonies are not just this one; there are several other more weighty ones.

Although it cannot reach as many nominations as the Qianhua Award gives, there will definitely be some gains, absolutely not returning empty-handed.

"Tell Director Zheng not to throw a tantrum; the Qianhua Award, after all, still has some level," even though the level is not much, even if the bonus brought by winning an award is not as good as other award ceremonies, how could such a thing that can win an award be picky.

Director Zheng is someone under Shen Yao; Shen Yao felt it necessary to remind him a few more times, absolutely don't think that filming one good drama means living off past achievements; there are plenty of examples of capsizing right there, all bloody lessons.

Waving her hand to let Ma Qingjian leave, Shen Yao searched her somewhat swollen brain, suddenly remembering that some time ago her relationship with Lu Xian was exposed, and Shen Jinshan and Huo Lan asked her to bring the person home.

Shen Yao put it off with excuses, directly pushing it to the New Year, but according to the situation this year, there are piles of matters inside and outside the company; she really might not be able to make it back in time.

Forget it, if it really doesn't work, just let Shen Jinshan bring Huo Lan and the younger siblings to Jingcheng.

Anyway, the two younger ones have already finished the college entrance exam and are currently studying at university; at home only Shen Jinshan and Huo Lan, this middle-aged couple, remain, terribly boring.

"Your father and I are busy; let's talk about the New Year later; as for your side, you haven't even graduated from university yet," and you found a boyfriend who is older, and is also from the entertainment industry.

Huo Lan's words were hesitant, obviously not very optimistic about this pair of them.

Shen Yao felt the other party was prejudiced; how good is Lu Xian? Good everywhere.

Mother and daughter hung up the phone, both not very satisfied with the conversation just now, but these don't matter; Shen Yao deeply felt Lu Xian could handle the future father-in-law and mother-in-law; if he couldn't, there were other paths to take.

Lu Xian:... Ah?

"Are you thinking too much? I can understand Auntie's worry; rest assured, there won't be any problems."

Lu Xian looked at the girl with a serious face, while serving her food and verbally soothing her.

Shen Yao's eyes turned, mentioning that their family might spend the New Year in Jingcheng.

Her eyes flickered slightly; Lu Xian sent the prepared soup to Shen Yao's front, "What a coincidence, my parents will also come over this year."

Shen Yao:...

"Really or fake?" Shen Yao looked bewildered, looking at Lu Xian's beautiful face with a smile like a flower, deciding to repeatedly ponder the words this person said.

"Not going to the Film Academy; eat quickly," Lu Xian did not answer directly, but continued to serve Shen Yao.

Shen Yao finished the rice and dishes in the bowl with a cute and obedient face, then drank soup to remove greasiness, and followed him into the car to go to Jing City Film Academy with Lu Xian.

Shen Yao was not a student of this university, but Lu Xian happened to graduate from Jing City Film Academy.

The reason the two returned was also because a variety show invested by Lu Xian was about to start filming, currently lacking suitable candidates.

Shen Yao felt that since it was a mystery-solving variety show, there should be a brainpower person in charge and a face person in charge.

And where to find the face person in charge? The Film Academy has plenty of such people.

Well, the two came to select actors, and also to contact the teachers at the Film Academy to build relationships; after all, whether it was Lu Xian's investment or Shen Yao's Planet Film and Television, both could be of use.

"Lu Xian"

Gao Laoshi, who taught Lu Xian, had a face full of smiles; not only did he lead the two into the campus, but he also helped introduce the nice scenery inside the campus.

Jing City Film Academy, after continuous renovation and construction, has become more than twice as big as before.

When Lu Xian was in school, Jing City Film Academy only had a few isolated teaching buildings; looking now, everywhere one sees is the territory of Jing City Film Academy.

"I heard earlier that you were coming over; these years I haven't seen much of your news, but classmates all say you've developed quite well; it's just a pity you don't act in movies anymore; the point he valued most about Lu Xian back then was acting, having acting talent."

Gao Laoshi is not young; his chubby figure looks round and kind, with some white hair sticking out on his head.

He and Lu Xian have a good relationship; even though Lu Xian no longer acts, he hasn't cut off daily contact with Gao Laoshi.

This time coming over was even more for Gao Laoshi's face; even if they are students of Jing City Film Academy, they might not have movies to act in once they leave the school gate.

The three walked forward all the way; when they met students coming over to say hello, they would exchange a few words.

Shen Yao belonged to coming to join the fun; she didn't talk much with these people. However, Gao Laoshi still fought for an opportunity for his student, enabling Shen Yao's prepared remarks to have a place to be used.

It was also thanks to Shen Yao having no losses or defeats until now; otherwise, with such a high frequency of filming, without anyone else taking action, the long-term capital flow alone could drag the entire company down directly.

After making a trip to Jing City Film Academy, in the evening they had a meal with Gao Laoshi and his group, then followed Lu Xian driving the car to take Shen Yao away together.

On the road, Lu Xian hesitated for a while, and finally mentioned that a variety show was inviting him; he didn't know if Shen Yao minded appearing.

Shen Yao:... Huh?

Shen Yao blinked her eyes, not understanding what this meant, until Lu Xian said this variety show involved personal private matters; it was an observation-type variety show.

"You want to go on?" Observation-type variety shows are currently relatively rare domestically; the big ones mostly participate in scripted studio variety shows; at most outdoor variety shows, but they also have script requirements.

Lu Xian nodded, "It's a work by the same director as the variety show I invested in."

Shen Yao understood; for a moment she couldn't find anyone, so she asked the relatively familiar Lu Xian to save the scene, and at the same time use Lu Xian's explosive points to increase the heat for this variety show.

"Okay," she hasn't participated in a variety show before; going to experience it wouldn't be bad either.