Chapter 259: Wang Wang Baoqiang and Zhao Zhao Wenzhuo

The verbal war between the two celebrities is becoming hard to contain.

Zhao Zhao Wenzhuo accused Zhen Starring Zhen Zidan and the production crew of violating the contract by arbitrarily deleting and altering the script and changing his character;

The latter two, however, seized upon Zhao Zhao Wenzhuo's exorbitant accommodation expenses, his lack of cooperation with the crew, and his unprofessional conduct.

It has now escalated to the point where the two male actors are openly tearing each other apart by name.

"Script tyrant," "acting like a big star," "low character," "petty person," "malicious schemer," "collusive exclusion"...

A series of mutually accusatory terms appeared on both of their Weibo accounts.

There are many clear-eyed people within the industry; some flaws are visible at a glance.

Why is the production crew's response to the breach-of-contract accusations against Zhao Zhao Wenzhuo completely off-topic?

Moreover, according to the contract documents leaked by Zhao Zhao Wenzhuo, the accommodation grade and expenses were explicitly written in the contract; what is there to make a fuss about?!

Most importantly, the Hong Kong media this time almost came out en masse, acting in unison to "ignore" these unreasonable points, and went to great lengths to turn all the spearheads directly against Zhao Zhao Wenzhuo!

What is this supposed to be?

To most practitioners in the mainland film and television industry, this situation feels eerily familiar; this is a declaration of war!

Lin Nan has been staying at Tiangong Color these past two days; with the outside world in chaos, he was even blocked by the media once.

Liu Liu Yifei, when she has free time, also drives to the company, bringing along plenty of snacks and fruits.

Then, amidst a chorus of "Boss's Wife," she loses herself, smiling foolishly.

Looking at her own ultra-high-definition footage currently being edited on the computer, Liu Liu Yifei is very satisfied.

"Pick any single frame at random, and it could serve as a computer wallpaper; later, I'll change your computer desktop to me too..."

"Do as you please; isn't my phone wallpaper already changed by your hand?"

Lin Nan picked up his phone from the table.

After lighting up the screen, there was a full-body photo of Liu Liu Yifei pretending to be angry, very cute, like a simpleton. After unlocking, there was another photo of a sweet smiling face.

"You've made it quite fancy; when did you change it again?"

Lin Nan looked at Miss Liu beside him in astonishment.

"Hehe, just now," Liu Liu Yifei said with curved eyebrows and eyes.

Just then, a phone call came in.

Lin Nan answered it naturally, but his expression grew increasingly solemn.

"This is too rash, isn't it?"

Two minutes later, Lin Nan hung up the phone and couldn't help but sigh.

"What's wrong?" Liu Liu Yifei also wore a look of suspicion.

"Go online and check the industry headlines right now; they should already be out!"

Yue Jun was not at the company today; the call just now was from him.

Mainland director Tan Bing held a press conference; he was the original screenwriter and director of "Ultimate Decoding."

The content of the press conference was to denounce Zhen Starring Zhen Zidan and director Lei Yaoliang: "Hong Kong Island actors oppressing mainland filmmakers," "forcibly seizing script creativity," "monopolizing film projects"...

At this moment, not only was the internet filled with public outrage, but the industry itself had already descended into chaos.

Hong Kong and Taiwan stars and mainland actors and artists taking sides jumped out like dumplings in a pot.

On Zhen Starring Zhen Zidan's side, everyone was from Hong Kong or Taiwan: Shu Qi, Wang Jing, Huang Bo, Chen Chen Kexin, Wu Wu Junru, Andy Lau, Li Ming...

And those supporting Zhao Zhao Wenzhuo were mainland actors plus some Hong Kong Island artists: Qin Lan, Zuo Zuo Xiaoqing, Liang Bojian, Tony Leung, Yuen Yuen Biao, Yuen Wah, Ekin Cheng, Xu Xu Jiao, Yang Mi...

To be honest, mainland artists indeed lack the "big-star" status and "unity" of the Hong Kong and Taiwan side; they aren't even as good as netizens.

Lin Nan looked over at the computer screen in front of Liu Liu Yifei, his corner of the mouth twitching involuntarily.

Yang Mi had collaborated with Zhao Zhao Wenzhuo on "The Grand Master of Wu Dang"; she was in Seattle, yet she was interviewed remotely by reporters and solemnly declared her support for Zhao Zhao Wenzhuo.

Sammo Hung's response to reporters was quite thought-provoking: "You can do it, keep working hard; some people are so red-headed they've gone blind."

However, what attracted the most attention from the vast media was Miss Jing Tian's Weibo post.

After all, she was the female lead of the film and a contracted artist of the investors, possessing the most authority to speak.

Not long after her Weibo post went out, it was deleted.

But quick-fingered netizens and media had already taken screenshots: "I understand the grievances that Brother Zhuo and Sister Lu Lu told me about; facts are facts; let the rumors collapse under their own weight!"

Liu Liu Yifei pointed at the screen and couldn't help but laugh out loud, "First time seeing such an operation; causing trouble for one's own film, so straightforward, hahaha..."

Lin Nan also couldn't help but chuckle, "Don't laugh at her; you're only slightly better than her..."

"Huh? How is that... possible...?"

Liu Liu Yifei opened her mouth to refute, but halfway through, she lost confidence and became unsteady.

"Are you calling me stupid?"

The speed at which she flipped her face after being exposed was definitely that Liu Liu Yifei; only Lin Nan could experience such scenes from time to time.

"You yourself said that was straightforward, that was simple-minded...

I've been exercising lately; I can't pinch any soft flesh, right? Haha... Sss... Let go quickly..."

The stars were brilliant.

Lu Zheng looked at Miss Jing Tian, who had just rushed back; his expression was speechless yet helpless, and crucially, aggrieved; he couldn't scold her, so it ultimately turned into a sigh.

"You, why did you post on Weibo directly? This is a film invested in by our company; it's one thing for others to join the fun, but you're undermining the stage, undermining your own side!"

Miss Jing Tian looked down at her toes, and only raised her head after Lu Zheng finished speaking, looking somewhat conflicted and reluctant:

"Uncle Lu, I didn't think that much; I just said what was in my heart. As soon as I received your call, I deleted it immediately..."

Lu Zheng knew Miss Jing Tian's personality; this straightforward nature sometimes doesn't take a detour.

"Alright, alright, rest for two days, then go back to the film set. After this, do not accept any more interviews, and do not make any statements."

"Mm, okay, I understand."

"A Man's Martial Arts" has successfully passed script approval.

After receiving Yue Jun's notification, Lin Nan prepared to contact Yang Yang Shoucheng.

During the Spring Festival, the movie promised to Yang Yang Shoucheng was "A Man's Martial Arts".

Ying Huang Building.

Don't let Yang Yang Shoucheng's age fool you; he still arrives at the company on time every day, or attends events.

At this moment, in the chairman's office, several "filmmakers" from the Hong Kong circle were persuading Yang Yang Shoucheng.

"This time, please put aside personal grudges, Master Yang. Our Hong Kong entertainment circle is a collective; the big picture is important..."

Beside him, Huo Huo Wenxi maintained a professional smile, though her own boss's expression was far from pleasant.

These elders from the Hong Kong circle had come to ask Ying Huang to take Donnie Yen's side.

"Put aside personal grudges? What a joke! Do you know why 'Ip Man 3' hasn't appeared yet? I haven't taken the opportunity to mess with him, which is already giving you face."

Seeing Yang Yang Shoucheng's utterly impolite demeanor, the filmmakers who had come to persuade him were somewhat stunned; this was not within their expectations.

"Master Yang, isn't it just one movie? How could it be more important than our entire circle?

We must help Donnie Yen suppress Zhao Zhao Wenzhuo right now; otherwise, Hong Kong actors will truly be inferior to mainland ones in the future."

Hearing this, Yang Yang Shoucheng sneered. "Do you really not see the trend? You are still having daydreams. Starting with Lin Nan's 'The Martian', mainland blockbusters have officially said goodbye to the Hong Kong circle!"

Mentioning 'The Martian', the hearts of the few present felt a sting.

Previously, mainland blockbusters always featured Hong Kong artists; ninety-nine percent of the male leads were Hong Kong actors. It was from this movie that this trend ended, never to return.

"Yang Dong, Lin Dao's call."

Huo Huo Wenxi suddenly interjected; she knew that in her boss's eyes, these few could not compare to Lin Dao Nan.

Yang Yang Shoucheng raised his head, and his previously gloomy expression instantly became refined and elegant. "Hand it to me."

Right in front of the few, Yang Yang Shoucheng directly took the call.

"Lin Dao? How do you have time today? Is there something serious?"

The few veterans from the Hong Kong circle exchanged glances; Yang Yang Shoucheng's tone with Lin Nan made them feel stifled; he certainly didn't speak to them that way.

"Yang Dong, regarding the movie we discussed last time, you can send people over; I am preparing the filing."

"Good, good. I will have Huo Wenxi fly over tomorrow. Also, how is this arranged?"

For Yang Yang Shoucheng, this was the best news; finally, he had turned the page on the 'Ip Man' hurdle.

"Director Lu Yang will direct this movie. I have already finalized the other two male leads. The other actors can come from Ying Huang. Due to the genre, the background remains Hong Kong. But regarding my basic requirements for casting, Yang Dong knows: the butt cannot be crooked."

Yang Yang Shoucheng certainly understood the meaning of these words.

"Rest assured, Lin Dao, I know. At that time, I will have someone receive Director Lu Yang well. However, I would like to ask Lin Dao, who are the two leads chosen?"

Lin Nan paused slightly and chuckled softly.

"Wang Wang Baoqiang and Zhao Zhao Wenzhuo!"

"What?" Yang Yang Shoucheng asked in a lost voice.

"Wang Wang Baoqiang and Zhao Zhao Wenzhuo. Is there a problem, Yang Dong?"

"No problem, then that's settled. Huo Wenxi will go over tomorrow."

"Good."

After hanging up the phone, Yang Yang Shoucheng looked at the few people before him.

"Everyone, please return."

"Master Yang, what about the matter we discussed today?"

"Still the same words: not taking the opportunity to mess with him is already giving everyone face."

This time, Yang Yang Shoucheng spoke even more decisively.

"Huo Wenxi, see these few off."

Since others were directly dismissing guests, the few did not feel it was appropriate to stay any longer.

When Huo Huo Wenxi returned, Yang Yang Shoucheng's expression was serious as he began to give orders:

"Notify all company artists: do not get involved in the matter outside regarding Zhao Zhao Wenzhuo and Donnie Yen. Those with secret private friendships had better not let anyone know."

"Yang Dong, why suddenly bring this up?"

"Tomorrow, go to Lin Nan Film. The new project has been finalized; go discuss the investment ratio.

Also, one of the male leads of this movie is Zhao Zhao Wenzhuo!"

Hearing this, Huo Huo Wenxi immediately understood. "It's Zhao Zhao Wenzhuo! No wonder. Did Lin Dao take his side?"

"Does it make a difference? Once this movie's filing is successful and made public, in the eyes of the media and the industry, Lin Nan Film and Ying Huang will be seen as taking Zhao Zhao Wenzhuo's side."

Yang Yang Shoucheng spoke without looking up and continued flipping through documents.

"You may leave; don't forget the serious matter tomorrow."

"Yes, Yang Dong."

(End of this chapter)