Chapter 135: Pudong Premiere

Leaving Hangzhou, Jiang Heng went to Shanghai again.

This time he couldn't keep it hidden, and was "unexpectedly" discovered by film fans.

When he returned to the hotel, the leaders of Shanghai Film Group had already paid a visit, and the two sides briefly negotiated in the hotel's small conference room.

Shanghai Film Group intends to co‑produce a film and wants to invest in Jiang Heng's next movie.

Jiang Heng replied that his funds are ample, and if Shanghai Film Group's project lacks money, he could also invest.

That chatter made the atmosphere a bit awkward.

In the end, they naturally agreed to keep in touch and cooperate again if the chance arises.

"Pudong!"

Han Sanping: "……"

He also asked Jiang Heng whether he wanted an IMAX screen built; if needed, they would adjust accordingly.

A few people didn't immediately enter the regular viewing aisle, but stood in the guest aisle watching the stars file into the venue one by one.

Yu Dong said, "The matter is actually easy; after all, the Jingcheng venue hasn't been finalized, and the movie channel might not broadcast it, right?"

Thus, although Jiang Heng holds heavy capital and is highly valued, few places think of courting his investment.

But they said the car kept stopping and starting, taking a long time before finally pulling up at the door.

He quickly calmed down, smiled and said, "Hmm, going to Shanghai isn't bad; I'm always in Jingcheng—don't even mention the film fans, I'm a bit tired of them myself!"

Jiang Heng laughed, "Then when that time comes, remember to come back and support us!"

In the end, to give the leaders face, he readily agreed.

Jiang Heng chuckled, "Mostly I'm bored staying in Jing, so I went out for a stroll. I accidentally ended up in Pudong; the local leaders are enthusiastic, inviting me to invest and saying they'll arrange the premiere. I need to think carefully about spending money, but when something looks advantageous I get hot‑headed and agree!"

Even though, given their current status, they can't even walk the red carpet, they came from far away just to join the fun and joke around.

After all, during Xianggang's golden film era, the actresses also dreamed of marrying into wealthy families, which can't be compared to the later domestic entertainment boom.

Jiang Heng's idea is to turn his new film's premiere into a "brand", giving the on‑site guests the best audiovisual experience.

"Hmm, indeed, with so many reporters later, you all must stay beautiful and graceful!" Hu Ge teased.

That night, they sent over the suitable venue locations, event plans, security measures, and other relevant details for the premiere.

During the meal, the leader suggested that Jiang Heng hold the global premiere of "The Matrix 2" in Pudong.

Yu Dong also led people from Broad Sodium Film Industry over for coordination, discussing some details of the premiere and arranging with the IMAX company for screen construction.

In a Mercedes, Han Xue looked helplessly at the taillights ahead and said, "This is too congested!"

First, they went to tour Pudong's current development and reached a preliminary investment intention.

Han Sanping laughed, "Definitely, definitely going!"

"Going to Pudong, so suddenly?"

Jiang Heng replied, "That's natural!"

"Shanghai is Pudong, Pudong is Shanghai!"

Pudong, on the other hand, is more open‑minded and broad‑sighted.

December 15, 2002, Sunday afternoon.

Her close friend said, "Yeah, a meteoric rise, skipping years of struggle; after we graduate, even landing a TV drama lead is hard!"

These people were classmates from the Shanghai Drama Academy's Level‑02 acting class; after learning that "The Matrix 2" premiered in Shanghai, they were all overjoyed.

After feedback, Pudong adjusted the plan.

They want film fans to know that the premiere's viewing effect is the best and most shocking.

Jiang Heng said, "The local TV station will send a filming crew!"

Seeing Tang Yan approach, Han Xue envied, "She's really lucky, a tourism vocational school graduate and already the female lead in Director Jiang's blockbuster!"

"Then there's no problem; give Director Han a call!"

At the turn of early morning, a luxury car came to pick them up.

After all, Jiang Heng's new film premiere has become a major event in the Chinese entertainment circle; if the movie channel is absent, other satellite channels will scoop it up.

Pudong, on this side, handles the premiere of "The Matrix 2" with ultra‑high efficiency.

Outside the Yuanshen Sports Center venue in Pudong, countless luxury cars lined up.

After all, the film is exclusively produced by Outstanding Rising Film Company, and promotion is handled by Broad Sodium Film Industry, so there's no need to consider China Film's opinions.

He didn't want to receive a call at night saying a leader wanted to treat him to dinner.

That's because 3D technology is still immature; otherwise Jiang Heng would definitely use the best playback equipment, crank the projector's xenon lamp to maximum, and let the audience experience true super shock.

Moreover, in recent years the collaboration with China Film has been excessive, getting too close.

Since the reform and opening, a huge number of tycoons have emerged; they aren't short of money and love to flaunt their status.

Most people's first impression of Jiang Heng is that he's a famous director of commercial films, then an actor, often overlooking his super‑rich status.

Yuan Hong echoed, "Yeah, look at this situation, we have to…"

Thinking that securing Jiang Heng's investment would be highly beneficial for local promotion.

China Central Television's movie channel, after learning that the premiere of "The Matrix 2" would be held in Pudong, had some internal debate but quickly reached consensus and dispatched a filming crew southward.

However, Han Sanping, as chairman of China Film and dubbed the "Master of the Chinese Film Market", still manages his emotions well.

Jiang Heng naturally gave face and readily agreed.

Back at the hotel, Jiang Heng called Yu Dong, who was startled.

After hanging up, he called Han Sanping, who teased, "Director Jiang this time is preparing to champion a newcomer? Traveling thousands of miles to visit a set—it's not easy!"

Hu Ge laughed, "I told you, park the car farther away and walk; it's definitely faster than driving."

Jiang Heng thought it over briefly and thought it was worth a try.

Of course, it needs to be built!

A girl said, "Everyone's going to see the premiere; I guess we'll have to wait a bit!"

After a silence of about two seconds, "You, are you going to Shanghai to hold the premiere?"

The Jiang-Zhe-Hu region has been a prosperous area for a thousand years; since the Song dynasty it has hardly ever been poor.

"Mmm, the leadership here is very sincere, so they agreed!"

Han Xiao said, "We girls are all wearing high heels; after walking all this way, there's no image left, and I still have to walk the red carpet!"

Han Sanping's tone was slightly excited; actually, the film The Matrix 2 has nothing to do with China Film, it's just that the two sides have been cooperating for a long time, and upon hearing that Jiang Heng was going to hold a premiere in the East Bank, he felt somewhat disappointed.

Going to the cinema to see Jiang Heng's film is nothing special, but buying a premiere ticket from a scalper for thousands of dollars and bringing friends to watch it shows off quite a bit.

After chatting a few sentences and hanging up, Jiang Heng called a few more close contacts, telling them the premiere venue had changed this time, and everyone turned out to be quite happy.

Hu Bei laughed and said, "Have confidence; how did Liu Bang put it? A true man should be like this!"

Yuan Hong patted Hu Bei on the shoulder, pointed to Wu Yanzu walking over in the distance, and said, "You need to tell him that!"

(End of chapter)