Chapter 336

If not for Giant Star Media pushing things from behind the scenes, just based on Zhang Qingqing, an eighteenth-tier artist without many fans, no matter how much she jumped around, she wouldn't have been able to stir up such a huge buzz.

The artists who had come out earlier to accuse Nie Jingjing were all affected to varying degrees. Of course, the one who suffered the most severe backlash was definitely Song Jiamo.

She had always maintained a gentle and intellectual lady image to the outside world, but in the video released by Xu Tian, the lady in front of outsiders transformed into a bully who pushed around her peers. Such a contrast caused Song Jiamo's lady image to collapse instantly.

Although she had already posted on Weibo to apologize and distance herself, stating that she didn't know beforehand that it was Zhang Qingqing who pushed Murong Xue, this pale and weak explanation only brought her more negative reviews.

Especially the fans and netizens who had previously supported her with such certainty; they all expressed that they couldn't accept that their goddess would do such a vicious thing, and they all unfollowed her and turned against her. Meanwhile, the brands currently collaborating with Song Jiamo also proposed to terminate their contracts with her.

However, Song Jiamo was a talented singer after all, having won awards and having a few popular songs that were on everyone's lips. Even if her persona had collapsed and she couldn't get any work for the time being, once this storm passed, she could still make a comeback based on her own strength.

After all, netizens and fans were the most forgetful. He believed that it wouldn't be long before, following the usual routine of Giant Star's PR department, fans would jump out to declare that Song Jiamo had been intentionally framed, and they would start to whitewash her.

But regardless, for the next few months, Song Jiamo would definitely be much quieter, and even at the rehearsal site, she wouldn't dare to boss Murong Xue around anymore.

These few days were a critical period for the rehearsals of the musical "Dreamlike Rendezvous," so as long as he had nothing else to do, Xu Tian would run to the theater to watch Murong Xue rehearse and communicate in a timely manner with Han Producer and the on-site screenwriters and planners.

Because of Murong Xue's serious and positive attitude and her talent in singing, coupled with Xu Tian's efforts and cooperation in this regard, the entire crew had a very good impression of Murong Xue, and even a well-known producer expressed that he wanted to work with her in the future if there was an opportunity.

Today, Xu Tian went to the company for a meeting in the morning and finished lunch in the cafeteria before arriving at the theater in the afternoon. Just as he walked into the theater, he heard Han Producer's roar.

"What is all this! I want a sword-dancing performance that is enough to shock the entire audience, not some sword-dancing with weak limbs that only knows how to sway the waist and wiggle the hips!"

"Han Producer, these people are already professional dancers selected from the dance academy with over a dozen years of training. Originally, there were no sword-dancing segments in our script. Now, asking me to find extra actors who know how to sword-dance on such short notice is really hard..."

Yang Tongfang, who was in charge of coordinating supporting roles, awkwardly wiped the sweat from his forehead and explained to Han Producer with a good temper.

Actually, most of the extra supporting actors needed for a regular musical were modern dancers, but this time, Han Producer had a sudden whim to add a group sword-dancing performance to the climax of the entire musical to highlight the male lead's aura.

Because the male lead's persona in the musical was a popular martial arts superstar, and the prototype for this persona was also Xiao Tianhou's first love.

Because there was originally no reserve of professional sword-dancing actors, and this was also Han Producer's spur-of-the-moment idea during rehearsals, Yang Tongfang could only go to the dance academy to pick a few actors majoring in classical dance.

However, even with such professional actors with a foundation in classical dance, their sword-dancing couldn't satisfy Han Producer.

"Hard to find?" Han Producer said loudly and angrily: "If you can't even handle this small matter, what use are you to me? If you feel you can't do it, hurry up and step down, and I'll replace you with someone who can find qualified actors!"

"No need, no need, I'll go find some more right away!" Yang Tongfang had even more sweat on his forehead. He nodded and bowed to assure Han Producer: "I'll go check the costume filming set right now to see if there are any dancers with availability."

After saying this, he turned around and ran hurriedly toward the outside of the theater, bumping right into Xu Tian who was coming in from the main entrance.

"Brother Yang, your complexion doesn't look too good. Are you feeling unwell?" Xu Tian greeted him.

Yang Tongfang was in a state of panic and originally had no intention of chatting with others, but when he looked up and saw it was Xu Tian, a smile immediately squeezed onto his face, and he nodded at him.

"Oh, it's Agent Xu. Han Producer suddenly wants two supporting actors who know how to sword-dance, but most people with this kind of professional foundation have already been contracted by crews filming costume dramas. It's really hard to find them."

"I found a few girls with a classical dance foundation for him, but after they performed once, they were all rejected by Han Producer. He's asking me to find more now. You tell me, where am I supposed to find them on such short notice?"

Yang Tongfang complained to Xu Tian with a worried face.

This role wasn't a major role, didn't have much screen time, and the pay wasn't much different from regular extras. Moreover, this wasn't like filming a movie where you settle the bill and leave right after finishing.

The rehearsal and performance cycle for the entire musical was very long. Those with real skills had all gone to TV crews to get screen time, and those without qualifications weren't looked upon favorably by Han Producer, which indeed made Yang Tongfang, who was responsible for casting, quite troubled.

"That is indeed quite troublesome," Xu Tian echoed.

But thinking about it, the producer of this musical was Han Baoping, so it was actually quite reasonable. Han Baoping was just that kind of person, striving for perfection in everything, which was why the musicals he produced could become the benchmark for Huaxia musicals.

"Sorry, I've taken up so much of your time."

Yang Tongfang scratched his head and stopped complaining.

"You go get busy. I have to go out immediately to find suitable actors. If I can't find someone who satisfies Han Producer today, I'm afraid I'll be fired."

"Take care, good luck."

Xu Tian waved his hand at Yang Tongfang and turned to walk toward the stage. Before he could walk over, he saw another acquaintance running out in a hurry.

"Shuangshuang, what's wrong?"

Seeing the little girl full of anger and looking like she was about to fight as she rushed out from inside, Xu Tian stopped her and asked.

"Agent Xu."

Shuangshuang's expression softened a bit after seeing Xu Tian, and then she frowned and complained to Xu Tian: "A few people came to set up stalls at the theater entrance. They refuse to leave and have blocked the road. A new batch of costumes and props arrived this morning, but because those people are blocking the way, they can't get in at all. I've never seen such unreasonable people. They're blocking the road and acting like they're in the right!"

"Agent Xu, if you're not busy, please come out with me to take a look."

Although Shuangshuang was angry, she had only heard a brief explanation from the staff over the phone and didn't know how many people were setting up stalls outside or what their identities were. As a young girl, she didn't have the confidence to go and reason with them alone. Now that she saw Xu Tian, she wanted to pull someone along to bolster her courage.

"Alright, I'll go out with you to take a look."