Chapter 520

The first Easter egg ended, subtitles rolled on the big screen, and surprisingly there was a second Easter egg: an interstellar expedition fleet from Earth charging out of the solar system.

In the third Easter egg, Liu Yifei, playing the Ice Snow Queen, kneels on a towering, lofty snow mountain, rushing to a cave opening to beg for help.

Roughly speaking, a group of aliens with extremely advanced weaponry is wildly invading planets across the universe; if not stopped, the whole universe will fall into endless disaster……

After the three Easter eggs finished, the movie officially ended.

The audience in the venue were both surprised and delighted; judging from the Easter eggs' content, Jiang Heng must have already planned how to shoot the sequel!

And Liu Yifei, who appeared in the Easter egg, has become the envy of all the actresses at Outstanding Rising.

Her cameo in this film was naturally outstanding.

From the Easter egg's setting, the sequel surely will have her an important role! For a while, many voices congratulated her.

Of course, even more congratulations were directed at Jiang Heng.

Judging from the film's visual effects and story, a qualified commercial film is a sure thing.

Moreover, sci‑fi is a genre loved by global audiences, with few cultural barriers, so the worldwide box office could easily reach over two billion dollars.

"Congratulations, Director Jiang, on another fine work!" China Film's Han Sanping was the first to stand up, laughing.

Although China Film and Outstanding Rising Film Company have hardly collaborated on big‑effect blockbusters in recent years, they still have considerable cooperation in low‑budget films, theaters, film studios, and film bases.

Han Sanping and Jiang Heng have always gotten along well; he almost never misses a premiere.

Jiang Heng shook his hand, smiled and said thanks, then proceeded to shake hands with everyone offering congratulations.

Seeing that people of similar status had all been greeted, he then went back on stage to say some formalities, after which came the five‑star hotel's welcome banquet.

All the guests attended; counting the film's main creators, there were actually two or three hundred people.

Actors like Shen Teng and Wang Ning, when mixed among the guests, can only be considered minor roles, walking at the back of the line.

This movie is quite interesting; if the setting were real, it'd be fun. I could also go be an expedition captain then, conquer a planet and be its king!

Shen Teng laughed hehe, while Wang Ning's expression was somewhat unpleasant.

He previously thought Jiang Heng was too arrogant, ignoring the small actors. After watching the film, he realized the gap was huge! Others film a movie and get box office of ten-something to twenty-plus billion US dollars, while he is now filming a web drama.

He wanted to leave directly, but was reluctant to give up the opportunity, wanting to try again.

Arrived at the hotel, each sat at separate tables.

Shen Teng and Wang Ning were, as expected, arranged to sit at the edge of the banquet hall; Dong Chengpeng, who works at Souhu, happened to be nearby as well.

Hey, Da Peng, how's the preparation for your new film going?

Shen Teng laughed hehe; he had cameoed in 'Loser Guys' before, and he's still pretty familiar with Da Peng.

Not bad; originally planned to start shooting in August, but we still lack some actors. Brother Teng, if you have time, could you cameo a role?

Shen Teng hurriedly waved his hand: 'No way, we also have to film a movie over here!'

Really? What are you filming, the stage play you performed before?

No, it's the script given by Director Jiang, and the female lead is also decided by him!

As soon as this was said, everyone at the table's eyes lit up; Outstanding Rising Film Company is going to collaborate with Happy MaXia again?

So Brother Teng is going to play the male lead, right?

Shen Teng gave an embarrassed smile: 'Hard to say; we'll see how Director Jiang and our Chairman Zhang decide.'

Da Peng said: 'Your image and ability, you're definitely the male lead!'

Upon hearing this, Wang Ning beside him grew even more unpleasant in expression, while Da Peng pretended not to notice.

In the entertainment industry, it's always about helping acquaintances, not principles; he and Wang Ning aren't close either. Shen Teng made a couple modest remarks, then asked about Da Peng's new film situation.

The latter said they had already discussed cooperation intentions with Outstanding Rising Film Company; as for actors, some should also join.

Finally he sighed: 'It would be great if Director Jiang could cameo.'

Wang Ning beside him said: 'You're overthinking it; a low-budget comedy, how would Director Jiang go cameo? You're just trying to invite!'

Wang Ning hesitated a moment, then said Liu Yifei's name.

Look at Director Jiang's editing skills; even Liu Yifei's cameo outshines the female lead!

Da Peng was quite displeased hearing that, but upon hearing Liu Yifei's name, he also felt somewhat moved, pondering to find a chance later to talk about the cameo.

At Jiang Heng's table, Zhang Chaoyang was beside him.

He said in a half-joking tone: 'Old brother, I'm making my first film; I'm afraid the box office and reputation will be too poor, losing face—you have to help me!'

Jiang Heng laughed: 'Help is definitely help, but I really have no time; Director Du, you two talk later and try to agree as much as possible.'

After checking one by one, no mistakes version!

Du Huan laughed: 'With Director Jiang saying that, I'll definitely do it!'

Zhang Chaoyang said: 'We don't have enough actors!'

Jiang Heng laughed: 'No problem, our Outstanding Rising Film Company has plenty of people, and we can even give discounts on pay!'

Zhang Chaoyang took a sip and continued: 'Moreover, we're short on money!'

Jiang Heng gave an embarrassed laugh: 'Wanting it for free isn't easy! Otherwise, you could have Da Peng go ask that table who would be willing to cameo for free.'

Zhang Chaoyang really just made a phone call to summon Da Peng, then had him go to the table of the Outstanding Rising Film Company's actresses to ask who would be willing to cameo for free.

Da Peng had this idea all along; now that the bosses of both companies have spoken, he naturally has confidence.

First he exchanged pleasantries, then repeated Jiang Heng's original words.

Unexpectedly, all the female stars just gave a polite laugh and then went back to playing with their phones.

Free cameo? What a nice thought, without even checking what kind of film it is! Jiang Heng's movie, a free cameo would also be worthwhile, because there really are benefits! Like Liu Yifei's cameo in 'Snow Queen', it's more impressive than many of her past female lead roles.

What is Da Peng filming? 'Loser Guys', huh!

His movie is probably just the film version of 'Loser Guys'; what benefit could there be from cameoing?

All the female stars didn't engage in conversation, and Da Peng standing nearby had an unpleasant expression.

The youngest, Zhang Ruoruo, felt somewhat reluctant to speak, but was stopped by Jiang Yan beside her.

Have you read the script for the movie you're going to act in?

Zhang Ruoxian said, "I'm still memorizing it; my role feels so-so, but this drama should be quite fun!"

Da Peng said, "You mean the one you're working with Shen Teng on? His acting is already excellent; you two teaming up will definitely be a hit!"

Jiang Yan chuckled embarrassedly, "Nan Nan stars in Three Body 2; it's sure to be a hit!"

Da Peng's expression turned awkward, his face darkening further.

Look at me, I can't speak properly!

Zhao Liying beside them glanced, feeling reluctant, and asked, "How long will the shoot take? Is it hard?"

Da Peng quickly said, "It's very simple—just a few scenes and a few lines; it can be done in under a day!"

Zhao Liying smiled faintly, "Then I'll go; Director Jiang has already spoken. If nobody does the cameo, he won't look good either!" (End of chapter)