Chapter 244

Kelala's real name is Li Chengmin, and she is a British Asian actress.

In 2004, she won first place in the first Korean Internet Beauty Photo Contest, making her a minor internet celebrity. Later she signed with a media company, becoming a member of a girl group.

However, the number of Korean girl groups is truly overwhelming, off the charts.

Kelala came from being an internet celebrity, lacked acting skills, could only do bit parts, and making a living was quite difficult.

It was not until 2006 that she gained a bit of popularity from appearing in the Korean TV drama *The Invisible Man Choi Chang-soo*, but that was all.

For a girl with no background and no acting talent, trying to make it in the entertainment industry is really too hard.

Later she was blacklisted, and having no choice, she went to China to scrape by; thanks to her role as 'Yoyo' in *The God of Cookery*, she became the 'dream lover' of countless men.

Frankly, many stars imitate Marilyn Monroe, but few truly learn to emulate her so vividly.

The dance scene in the underground parking lot is truly awesome.

Jiang Heng had watched it several times in his previous life, and he really couldn't forget it.

But back then he was merely a washed-up Xianggang small-time actor drifting around web-film sets, with no chance of collaboration.

Now, however, he could actually 'summon' her over.

"I heard there's a girl named Kelala who looks decent; I'd like to have her come over for a cameo role. Chairman Li, please help me find her!"

Li Meijing laughed upon hearing this, "They say Director Jiang isn't fond of women, but it seems the rumor is false!"

Jiang Heng also laughed, "Don't talk nonsense; I just think her looks are decent, and she's suitable to play one of the seven fairies in the film. After all, they're heavenly fairies, so their appearance must convince everyone."

Li Meijing gave an 'I understand' look, smiled, and didn't say anything else.

She is the 'godmother' of the Korean entertainment industry, having seen and heard too much.

She simply said, "No problem; within three days I'll have her come for an audition. If Director Jiang approves, we can also transfer the contract over!"

"Good, then thank you, Chairman Li!"

In Jiang Heng's view, contracts and such are nothing at all; for Korean entertainers, they are ropes that bind them, a huge weight on their shoulders.

But at Jiang Heng's level, it's just a matter of a phone call.

Just like in *Inception*, where Japanese energy magnate Saito gets Cobb back into the U. S. with a single phone call, and in countless reviews hardly anyone complains that this is unrealistic.

And in reality, it's often rumored that an artist gets blacklisted for offending an industry bigwig, precisely because the bigwig truly has that power!

Jiang Heng is exactly that kind of existence right now.

Not only does he have tremendous influence in the mainland entertainment industry, but he also holds some sway over the entertainment circles of Korea, Japan, Southeast Asia, and other countries.

The most direct 'tool' is the special-effects blockbusters he films; swapping his current agency partner would definitely hurt them.

And if Jiang Heng were willing to use some Japanese and Korean actors, it would make the entertainment agencies of both countries ecstatic.

The most recent and obvious example is the Japanese girl played by Ayase Yao in the opening scene of *Pacific Rim 2*; she appears for only a few dozen seconds, yet leaves a deep impression on global audiences, subsequently becoming famous and seeing her value skyrocket.

Thus, in Li Meijing's view, Jiang Heng's 'request' is a huge boon for Kelala, and she naturally gladly facilitates it.

After finishing the meal, he first called his younger brother Li Zhaixian to have him handle this.

Li Zhaixian immediately set aside his other tasks and got to work on this.

Because in his view, CJ Entertainment's development hinged on one important point: investing in DreamWorks to obtain the exclusive Asian (excluding Japan) distribution rights for DreamWorks films—a veritable money‑spinning tree!

Later he also secured the Korean distribution rights for Jiang Heng's special-effects blockbusters, boosting CJ Entertainment's growth like adding wings to a tiger; thus, how to strengthen cooperation with Jiang Heng and Outstanding Rising Film Company has always been a matter of his consideration.

After all, Jiang Heng puts out roughly two special-effects blockbusters a year, and the agency's share fees are steady and plentiful—who knows how many people envy that!

Li Zhaixian immediately contacted Kelala's agency and bought out her contract at a premium.

He then had people buy plane tickets and dispatched a small team to fly the bewildered Kelala to Jingcheng.

"Sis, can you tell me what's going on?" On the plane, Kelala asked the temporary assistant arranged by CJ Entertainment.

"It's just to take you to meet a big shot; this time you're really going to make it!"

"A… big shot?" Kelala asked in non‑standard Mandarin, "Is it the director?"

"Yes!"

Upon hearing this, Kelala couldn't help but feel a little excited, her slender legs trembling slightly—"Could it be… Director Jiang Heng?"

"You got it right—it's exactly him!"

Upon hearing that, Kelala's breathing quickened, her heart pounding with excitement.

She is merely a bit‑part actress who has never even led a TV drama, yet now she must meet the internationally renowned director Jiang Heng—just thinking about it gets her excited!

"Director Jiang, you're not going to have me act in a movie, are you?"

"Probably, but don't fantasize about being the female lead—it's impossible, you know?"

"I know, I know—just getting to run a bit part and show my face in the film would be enough!" Kelala said obediently, smiling.

The female assistant said, "That's the right attitude—don't complain about little screen time; it depends on whose film it is. For an ordinary director, even being the female lead might not draw any response, but for Director Jiang's film, even a few‑second shot can change your fate, you know?"

Kelala nodded eagerly, "I know—the girl in the opening of *Pacific Rim 2*, I heard she blew up in Japan!"

"Yeah, life's really good!" the assistant couldn't help but remark.

She then repeatedly reminded Kelala of various precautions, while also fantasizing about the future.

Upon arriving in Jingcheng, the party first went to the hotel where Li Meijing was staying.

She gazed at Kelala before her, examined her carefully, and sighed, "Director Jiang really does have a good eye—he's found such a beauty!"

Upon hearing that, Kelala felt both excited and puzzled, "Director Jiang, you discovered me?"

"Hmm, I don't know how he found out about you either; maybe it's just your luck! If you have any questions, go ask him and you'll find out."

Li Meijing also hadn't intended to hold onto Kelala's agency contract forever, so after a brief chat she sent her over to Outstanding Rising Film Company.

In the office, looking at the stunning‑figured, sweet‑faced Kelala before him, Jiang Heng was quite satisfied.

"Have a seat!"

"Thank you, thank you, Director Jiang!"

"Are you interested in coming to China to develop your career?"

"Yes, yes, Director Jiang, I'm willing to sign with your company and follow your arrangements!" Ke Lala said earnestly, trembling.

Jiang Heng nodded slightly, "Then that's good—let's go sign the contract first. The company will provide you with housing, a car, and a service team, and will also plan your career!"

Ke Lala heard this and was so moved she was about to cry, "Thank you, Director Jiang, thank you, boss, I'll work hard to repay you!"

Ke Lala bowed many times before finally walking out.

Including Ke Lala, the Seven Fairies in this version of "Havoc in Heaven" will be played respectively by Gao Yuanyuan, Liu Yifei, Jing Tian, Tang Yan, Yang Mi, Zhao Liying, and others; their looks are still quite striking!

(End of chapter)