Chinese entertainment: What's wrong with actresses wanting to improve?

Chapter 152, "Gravity," is the subject of a project proposal.

Time flies, and April 15th has arrived in the blink of an eye.

The film "Lost in Thailand" was officially launched on March 10. Huayi Brothers was valued at 6 million yuan and held a 40% stake.

Although the premium is significant.

However, because it was written by Fu Yibai, and directed by Ning Hao, who had already proven himself with two blockbuster films, it was a different story.

Wang Zhongjun accepted the investment price.

A month later, Ning Hao had assembled the crew and officially started filming.

During this period, Fu Yibai didn't have much work. Besides spending time with women, he also took a few days to go back to school and give a few lectures to his juniors.

That day, Fu Yibai finally saw the budget that Wang Peng and his team had prepared.

After confirming the budget, Fu Yibai picked up the phone and called Han Shanping.

"Hey, Yibai."

"Is there something you need?"

"Yes, that's great news."

"Oh? What good news?"

Are you starting a project?

"President Han guessed correctly."

"Great! You've finally come to the project!"

"What's the budget?! China Film Group wants 30%!"

Han Shanping didn't even know what the project was, yet he asked for a 30% share.

"Cough cough..."

Mr. Han, please calm down.

This project won't give China Film Group 30%.

"Can't even give 30%? You've brought in others?"

"Yes, this is a big project."

The budget is 10 billion.

"How many!!!"

Han Shanping's voice suddenly rose in pitch, almost piercing through the receiver.

Fu Yibai could even picture Han Shanping standing up in shock on the other end of the phone.

"One billion? RMB?"

Han Shanping's voice trembled with disbelief.

"Yi Bai, do you know what this means?"

There are currently no purely commercial film projects of this scale in China!

"What...what's your script?"

"Don't get excited, Mr. Han."

This is another co-production, with global distribution.

For this hard science fiction film, I've brought together NASA, Franchise Pictures, and Warner Bros.

Chenxi is the main controller, holding 40% of the shares, while the space agency holds 10% through technology investment.

Because it's a co-production, Franchise and Warner Bros. will each own 40%.

Therefore, only 10% can be reserved for China Film Group.

I wonder if Mr. Han wants this 10%?

"You mean the Dawn main controller!"

Are you sure it's not Warner Bros. or a franchisee that owns the film?

Of course.

"Of course, Dawn is in charge of Dawn's projects."

Han Shanping was shocked once again upon hearing this.

It should be noted that, in the past, there has never been a case where China was the main controller of a co-production of this level.

Of course, China has never participated in co-productions of this level in the past.

Hollywood giants like Warner and Paramount used to look down on the Chinese market.

Therefore, such large-scale productions will not be made into co-productions.

They will only import films into the Chinese market, and they don't expect to make much money at the box office.

It's like playing both sides, no matter how lucky you are.

"So, Mr. Han, does China Film Group want this 10% share?"

Seeing that Han Shanping hadn't made a move, Fu Yibai spoke up again to remind him.

"Yes! Of course I want it!"

"Okay, then I'll contact the people from Franchise Entertainment and Warner Bros., and have them come over in a few days to sign the contract."

"You mean they're coming?"

Han Shanping was still not used to the change in his identity.

Of course.

This time, Dawn is the main controlling shareholder, and they are co-investors, so of course they need to come and sign the contract.

"You're right, you're right."

This time we're in control, so the contract should be signed on our home turf.

September 20, Beijing.

The conference room of Chenxi Media was filled with people sitting on both sides of the long table.

Fu Yibai sat in the main seat, with Han Shanping on his left and Chen, the consultant from the space agency, on his right.

Extending further to both sides, the conference room was packed with David, Warner Bros.' International Distribution Director, Margaret, a representative from Charter Pictures, and their respective legal teams.

Han Shanping flipped through the contract in his hand, his brows furrowed slightly, but he couldn't suppress the smile on his lips.

With a budget of one billion, China Film Group only accounts for 10%, which would have been disappointing for him last year.

But now, even 10% is a windfall. If it weren't for Fu Yibai's sentimentality, Warner would have swallowed it whole long ago.

"Mr. Fu, the terms are fine."

Han Shanping closed the contract and looked up at David across from him.

"What about Warner?"

David was an American in his forties, with his blond hair neatly combed and his three-piece suit impeccably tailored.

He put down the contract in his hand and nodded to Fu Yibai.

"no problem."

Margaret and Consultant Chen nodded in agreement.

Soon, everyone signed the contract.

"The female lead has been confirmed by Chenxi."

The male lead role will be given to Warner Bros. and Franchise Entertainment.

Please finalize the casting as soon as possible; the actors will need to undergo special training before filming begins.

David and Margaret exchanged a glance and nodded.

"We will finalize the selection within two weeks."

"Then, it's a pleasure to cooperate with you."

"It's a pleasure working with you."

.........

2 PM, lobby on the first floor of Chenxi Media.

The temporary backdrop was a full five meters wide, with huge white lettering on a dark blue background—"Gravity Global Launch Conference".

The small print at the bottom reads: A joint production of Morning Light Media, China Film Group, China National Space Administration, Franchise Pictures, and Warner Bros. Pictures.

In front of the backdrop, a long table is covered with a dark blue tablecloth, and the table cards are printed with the logos of various companies.

The hall was already packed with reporters.

A rough count suggests at least a hundred people.

Long lenses and short lenses were set up in a row, and flashes of light went off one after another.

"Wow, so many people?"

A young reporter muttered to himself.

The elderly reporter next to him didn't even turn his head, snapping photos rapidly.

"Nonsense, a budget of one billion, the first hard science fiction film in China, co-invested by Hollywood, and the main controlling party is still a domestic company."

Which one isn't headline news?

At 2:00 PM sharp, Fu Yibai led a group of people out of the elevator.

The flash went off instantly.

Fu Yibai walked at the front, wearing a dark gray suit, white shirt, and tie.

Han Shanping was on his right, Margaret was on his left, and David Lind and Chen Yuanzheng followed behind.

The group took their seats.

Before the host could finish his opening remarks, the sound of camera shutters had already drowned out the sound of the microphone.

Fu Yibai stood up and walked to the podium.

Another barrage of flashes followed.

He waited a few seconds, until the shutter clicks subsided, before speaking.

"Gravity" is a science fiction film with a space theme.

The China National Space Administration provided full technical support, while Franchise Pictures and Warner Bros. handled overseas distribution, with Morningstar Media taking the lead.

He paused.

"The budget is $1.02 million."

The female lead is played by Hu Jing, an actress from our company.

As soon as he finished speaking, a buzzing sound erupted from below.