Chapter 138: Heading Toward 300 Million

"Lost on Journey" couldn't go on anymore and was taken off the cinema screens.

Yue Jun got the final statistics from China Film Group.

"How much?"

"92.47 million."

Yue Jun reported the number with a look of regret.

"Lucy" was a bit too strong. The first one to fall was their own film.

"After being released for twenty days or so, having this result is already quite good."

Lin Nan didn't feel there was anything to regret.

He thought for a moment and looked at Yue Jun.

"'Lost on Journey' won't hold a celebration cocktail party. You go and prepare a red envelope for each of the two of them."

At the end of June, Lin Nan had this idea.

Previously, Xu Zheng didn't take a director's fee, and the actor's fee was also discounted.

Although this was his own willingness, now that the box office was a big success, Lin Nan couldn't appear too stingy.

As for Wang Baoqiang, since they were both leads, let's do it together.

"Hmm, I know, I'll have people handle it in these two days."

"Lucy" was still a hot topic in the industry.

The box office in both North America and domestically was quite good.

To put it bluntly, this was Liu Qianqian's first time truly carrying the lead.

The result was good; she succeeded!

The benefits brought by a female-led film were self-evident.

Originally, reaching Liu Qianqian's level, it was very difficult for her market value to rise again.

There were only two ways: either win awards or carry the box office.

A "Lucy" allowed Liu Qianqian to take the second path. This time, her market value was definitely going up!

Tang Ren officially announced to the outside world: "Scarlet Heart" began full casting.

"The TV series 'Scarlet Heart' will be co-produced by Tang Ren Film and Lin Nan Film."

"This TV series was personally selected by Lin Dao from among Tang Ren's many TV projects!"

"Investment amount is 50 million, with Tang Ren and Lin Nan Film holding 60% and 40% respectively."

Cai Yinong was much smarter this time, openly using Lin Nan's name to hype up this TV series.

But what she said was the truth; as for the promotional method, Lin Nan had no opinion.

The box office of "Lucy" was singing all the way, with great momentum.

Time came to the morning of the 8th.

The first-week box office had already come out.

"First-week box office 151 million, Liu Qianqian perfectly interprets the sci-fi action film!"

"Liu Qianqian attended the brand event, in a golden gown, like a fairy, indescribably beautiful."

"'Lucy' North American first-week box office, reported at 36.5 million dollars..."

News from home and abroad all appeared online.

Lin Nan had rarely seen Liu Qianqian in the past two days.

Miss Liu was full of energy, thinking about promoting the film more, and had taken several interview shows in a row.

Jiang Xuerou sent news back from the "Painted Skin 2" crew.

The filming of the crew was orderly, and the scenes for the whole play had entered the final third stage.

"According to Director Wu Yusen, around the 20th of this month, it can wrap up."

Lin Nan didn't believe it when he heard this time; it could actually be ten days early?

"Are you sure? The previous plan was to wrap up by the end of the month; don't let any mistakes happen?"

"Haha, Lin Dao, you don't need to worry; I'm watching it, no problem.

Director Wu Yusen is chasing the time you used for 'Painted Skin 1' to film, and Zhou Xun and the others are also veterans, very efficient."

Hearing this explanation, Lin Nan understood; Wu Yusen was quite ambitious.

A day later, Lin Nan saw Huang Xiaoming asking for leave and returning to the capital.

His "Flirting Scholar 2" was holding a premiere, and he was the male lead.

When interviewed by reporters, it was inevitable to ask about "Painted Skin 2," which Huang Xiaoming was currently participating in, and the hot "Lucy."

Asking him to compare with "Flirting Scholar 2."

Huang Xiaoming didn't act as slippery as before this time.

"You're trying to smash my rice bowl, haha.

But to be honest, 'Painted Skin 2' is a big production; the scale of Lin Dao's script and sequel is much larger than 'Flirting Scholar 2', so they can't be compared."

This didn't say it directly, but the meaning was very clear.

"Then do you think it can compare with 'Lucy' at the box office?"

Before Huang Xiaoming could speak, the rest of the reporters laughed first.

"I won't answer this question; after it's released tomorrow, won't everyone know?"

Huang Xiaoming felt that these Hong Kong reporters were just asking brainless questions, or just wanted to find topics?

Although he didn't answer these questions, after the press release came out that day, it still rode the buzz of "Painted Skin 2" and "Lucy."

"Director Li Lichi's 'Flirting Scholar 2' will compete head-on with 'Lucy'."

"Huang Xiaoming talks about 'Flirting Scholar 2' and 'Painted Skin 2'..."

Lin Nan saw this news and ignored it.

Among the group of Hong Kong directors, only a few could make a living on the mainland, but that didn't include this Li Lichi.

Morning of the 10th.

Lin Nan saw the first-day box office of "Flirting Scholar 2."

"'Flirting Scholar 2' first-day box office 6 million."

"A rotten film, not worth going to the cinema..."

"I came for the nostalgia, not to eat shit!"

"What are you doing?"

Lin Nan was sitting in the garden scrolling through posts when a fragrant breeze hit, and someone was on his back.

Miss Liu rested her head on Lin Nan's shoulder, looking at the computer.

"He's just not suitable for acting in comedies," Liu Qianqian said with a smile.

Lin Nan was shocked; Miss Liu actually had this kind of cognition? The Master was really miserable!

"Why do you say that?" Lin Nan intended to test her.

"Just feel it's too fake."

Lin Nan gave a thumbs up, "Your feeling is very accurate."

Huang Xiaoming's forced comedy was just like his domineering president, stiff.

This film invested by Xiang's second son was destined to be a bloody loss.

The scolding online was getting more and more, and it already had the treatment of "Xi You Ji" before.

But in terms of box office, "Xi You Ji" definitely wouldn't lose money.

That big rotten film was all actors invited by favors, with a cost of only three million.

After Yang Mi greeted the company, she officially entered the crew of "Palace."

Compared to Tang Ren's promotion, Yu Zheng was not to be outdone.

"Welcome Teacher Yang Mi, who just wrapped up 'Painted Skin 2', to the 'Palace' crew to play the female lead."

"'Palace' is the first Qing-dynasty time-travel drama in the country..."

Yu Zheng was a very scheming person; once the name "first" was occupied, "Palace" naturally had an advantage in promotion.

Wang Changtian called, inviting Lin Nan over for tea, and by the way, to talk about business.

Anyway, there was nothing to do, so Lin Nan took Liu Qianqian along.

Enlight had officially entered the film production business, and the artists under its banner had also increased.

"Lin Dao, Qianqian."

"This time the Heavenly Wolf Queen has quite a few shots, didn't lie to you!"

Just entering the Enlight building, they ran into Xie Nan, who had wrapped up from the "Painted Skin 2" crew half a month ago.

"Didn't lie, still have to thank Lin Dao for taking care of me. Chairman Wang is meeting Director Chen Jiashang, you can go directly."

Lin Nan could already roughly guess what it was about; it was indeed a business matter.

"Does Qianqian want to go to my place? There's quite a bit of food?"

Xie Nan issued an invitation; the two were also quite good friends. She knew a bit about Liu Qianqian's hobbies—small snacks.

Sure enough, Miss Liu had an idea.

"How about you go talk about business, and I'll wait outside?" Liu Qianqian said with a smile.

"Alright." Lin Nan certainly wouldn't refuse.

The two separated, someone led the way, and they walked toward Wang Changtian's office.

"Lin Dao is here, sit down quickly."

Wang Changtian had a smile on his face and teased.

They were all old acquaintances; Lin Nan didn't rush to greet him, but looked at the other one.

"Director Chen, hello."

"Lin Dao, hello. You are really young; it makes me feel a bit useless, can't compare, haha."

Chen Jiashang self-deprecatingly said first.

"Director Chen is too polite."

Shaking hands, Lin Nan sat down.

"Director Chen is right; you are now also a mountain head, both a Golden Lion director and having companies domestically and abroad, making people envious."

Wang Changtian sighed and stopped.

"Chairman Wang, let's talk about today's business."

Speaking of business, Wang Changtian stopped joking.

"At the end of this month, 'Painted Skin' is going to start filming. About the special effects, I want to talk to you."

Lin Nan guessed it was this kind of thing, but it wouldn't be so formal, right? Wang Changtian even personally added tea for him.

"Chairman Wang, if you have something to say, just say it. You're making me feel a bit empty, heh..."

Only to see Old Wang look up and smile, "If you say that, I'll just say it directly."

"Hmm, go ahead."

"About the cost, give me a discount!"

The tea he had just picked up, looking like it was about to enter his mouth, Lin Nan put it back; this cup of tea was a bit expensive.

"Chairman Wang, why do I feel like I can't afford this cup of tea of yours, haha."

"Drink yours.

To tell you the truth, I'm not as rich as Lu Zheng, so make it cheaper for me, brother. This film only cost 30 million."

Lin Nan still picked up the cup and took a sip, muttering to himself: At most, I'll earn your "hard-earned money."

"Of course, if there's a role you like, you can also speak up."

Lin Nan really wasn't interested in "Painted Skin," and only had Reba idle, but forget it.

"About the special effects, later have someone from Enlight go to Tiangong Color to talk specifically; I'll let them know.

As for roles, the company's actors are all busy, let's talk later."

Wang Changtian originally wanted to ask about Liu Qianqian, but swallowed the words when they reached his lips. Can't afford her!

"I'm hosting today, inviting you and Director Chen to dinner, nothing else, right?"

"Then I have to ask Qianqian; she came with me today, and is with Xie Nan right now."

"Then call her along. You like this, what will happen after you get married, tsk tsk."

Wang Changtian looked disdainful and teased.

The artists signed by Enlight are really uneven.

To tell the truth, Lin Nan quite appreciates Xie Nan and Liu Yan.

Although these two also intend to befriend Liu Qianqian and Lin Nan, they are never fawning, and their utilitarianism is not strong.

Unlike another bald head, who called him senior brother and senior sister the first time they met.

This thick skin is very suitable for the entertainment industry, but it was used in the wrong occasion, which is annoying.

Entering the second week, the daily box office of "Lucy" dropped quite a bit, but there were still over 10 million every day.

"It's no problem to reach 200 million this week, but 300 million will likely have to wait until the third week."

Liu Qianqian felt much more at ease when she heard this from Lin Nan; she was soon to be the female lead of a 300-million box office film! ===== CHAPTER 139 =====