sovbooks Chapter 37 Why Did They Have to Drag Me Down?
Chapter 37 Why Did They Have to Drag Me Down?
In the following days, online attention focused more on the relationship between Lin Feng and Deng Shuang, rather than on Lin Feng's "we're just ordinary friends" statement, which was seen as a sign of his scumbag behavior.
After all, their relationship has been confirmed by entertainment reporters with photos of them kissing, so it has attracted more public attention.
Lin Feng's accusations of being a "scumbag" were based on a reporter's account, with only a small portion containing insults directed at him such as "the new generation of Chen Shimei" and "scumbag."
But the entertainment industry is ultimately just the entertainment industry, and this hype was followed by other entertainment events, especially after Choi Cheuk-yin and Cheng Chung-ki announced their secret marriage and divorce, and then Choi Cheuk-yin's relationship with Chan Wai-ting was exposed. As a result, Lam Tai's rumored relationship gradually cooled down.
It can be said that Lin Feng handled this matter by minimizing the negative impact as much as possible, but after this romantic scandal,
Lin Feng could clearly feel that his fans' activity was decreasing. Although it didn't cause any serious damage, it served as a wake-up call for him to avoid being reckless before he truly became a big star.
Lin Feng has been really tired lately, both mentally and physically!
Perhaps only his mother's comforting words could offer him some solace: "Xiaofeng, as long as you have a clear conscience, Mom will always believe in you! If you're tired, you can come home!"
However, work had to continue. Just a few days after the public outcry subsided, Hu Shan had already started assigning tasks to Lin Feng.
"Lin Feng, I'm still negotiating the relevant GG endorsements. I'll let you know if there's any progress. Currently, besides the promotion for the release of 'Meteor Shower Again,' there are two other scripts, one for a TV series and one for a movie. Take a look at them first."
While Lin Feng was reading the script for the TV series "I Fell in Love with You by Accident," Hu Shan explained from the side, "This TV series was invested in by Mango Pictures, and they originally planned to cast you and Deng Shuang together."
However, the investors specifically requested Jiang Kaitong for the female lead role. She's a 06 graduate of the Central Academy of Drama, a relatively new actress, and quite pretty.
Since you don't want to act with Deng Shuang, you can try this script. It's quite suitable, and it's adapted from the Korean drama "Autumn in My Heart," so it has the potential to be a huge hit.
Lin Feng knew about this drama, "Fall in Love with You by Accident," which was touted as the "Chinese version of 'Autumn in My Heart,'" but it was nowhere near as influential as "Autumn in My Heart."
Besides, "Autumn in My Heart" was a story from ten years ago, and the plot of "Fall in Love with You by Accident" is basically a copy of the Korean version. It's just a decent idol drama.
The boost isn't significant, it's an ineffective performance, and it's not very meaningful!
Lin Feng also knew the female lead of the drama, Jiang Kaitong, mainly because she liked the "mistress" archetype; it seemed that every time she worked with a male lead, rumors of a romantic relationship would surface.
From Zhang Han to Han Geng, and then to Zhai Tianlin, who was Lin Feng's classmate "Dr. Zhai," and then to interfering in Chen Xiang and Mao Xiaotong's relationship, he was finally confirmed by Mao Xiaotong through a recording.
A girl of this caliber is not someone Lin Feng can afford to mess with. Lin Feng can imagine that if he were to act with her, he would be lucky to escape with his life!
However, when Lin Feng thought of "Fall in Love with You by Accident," he immediately thought of its successor, "Palace." It happened to be during the Lunar New Year period, and Lin Feng watched a bit of both dramas.
"Fall in Love with You by Accident" was just a decent idol drama, but "Palace" was a phenomenal hit, even more popular than the first "Meteor Shower."
After all, "Meteor Shower" was mainly aimed at students, while "Palace" was a carnival for all ages, and was even described by the media as having "ratings that rivaled the Spring Festival Gala".
If that's the case, then why didn't Lin Feng act in the hugely popular "Palace" instead of "Fall in Love with You by Accident"? Thinking of this, Lin Feng asked, "Sister Hu, is Yu Zheng Studio preparing to film a time-travel themed period drama?"
"Hmm, I vaguely remember it. It seems to be 'Palace'. It's only just been approved and is still in the preparation stage. It's produced by Mango TV, Huanrui and Yuzheng Investment." Hu Shan knew these projects like the back of her hand because these projects all had to go through the State Administration of Radio and Television for approval first.
At this moment, Lin Feng said confidently, "Let's turn down 'Fall in Love with You by Accident'. I want to act in 'Palace'. Can you help me try to get it done in advance?"
"Why do you have to choose 'Palace' instead of 'I Accidentally Fell in Love with You'?" Hu Shan was very confused.
"Well, I'm just going by feeling. 'Fall in Love with You by Accident' is an old Korean drama, while 'Palace' is a new time-travel drama, which I think is more likely to become a hit."
Who knows which movie or TV series will be a hit? Everyone knows, otherwise why would so many celebrities change their names or consult fortune tellers? Isn't it all about seeking that fleeting luck?
This time, Lin Feng didn't mention the audition, meaning he was going to secure the male lead role directly. Firstly, Mango TV had invested in the project; although Mango TV owns many companies, they all ultimately belong to Mango, so Tianyu Media could definitely influence the decision.
On the other hand, Lin Feng's current popularity and status are incomparable to Feng Xiaofeng's in his previous life. As long as Yu Zheng isn't stupid, he will definitely choose him first. In fact, if it weren't for other unsuitable factors, Lin Feng wouldn't want to act in "Palace".
Thinking of "Palace," Lin Feng immediately thought of two more blockbuster Qing Dynasty dramas coming next year: "Scarlet Heart," which has a time-travel element, and "Empresses in the Palace," a pinnacle of palace intrigue.
In terms of viewership ratings and popularity at the time: *Palace* >> *Scarlet Heart* > *Empresses in the Palace*;
On the long tail effect and lasting impact: *Empresses in the Palace* >> *Scarlet Heart* > *Palace*;
Final overall rating: Zhen Huan Zhuan > Bu Bu Jing Xin > Gong Suo Xin Yu.
However, when it comes to the actors' roles themselves, these three dramas are all about the same in terms of their ability to create stars, and in some ways, "Palace" was even faster and more popular.
Moreover, Chen Jianbin, the male lead in "Empresses in the Palace", is too old, so Lin Feng has no chance at all. He can't play a supporting role either, and he won't stand out.
"Scarlet Heart" would be quite suitable, but it's too late. Lin Feng can't wait that long, so he might as well grab "Palace" in front of him first.
Just after talking about "Palace," Lin Feng looked at another movie script, "The Warring States," that Hu Shan handed him. Lin Feng was startled and didn't dare to look at it, afraid of dirtying his eyes.
At this moment, Hu Shan, who was standing next to Lin Feng, did not notice Lin Feng's expression and continued to explain: "This is the epic masterpiece 'Warring States' invested by the film company of 'My Beautiful Boss' last time. The total investment is over 1.5 million yuan, and we have invited Chinese and foreign stars such as Sun Honglei, Wu Zhenyu, and Kim Hee-sun to join us. This time, our salary is 100 million yuan."
This is indeed an epic masterpiece, a "toilet paper" worthy of being ranked among the best in film history, and it has even cemented Sun Honglei's place on the pillar of shame. "It's too brutal!"
Therefore, as soon as Lin Feng heard Hu Shan's explanation, he immediately refused, saying, "We can't take this movie, otherwise we'll be remembered in film history. We must be careful whenever Jing Tian is involved in a project!"
Yeah, what's wrong with Jing Tian? She's invited me twice already. The last one, "My Beautiful Boss," hasn't even been released yet, and now it's this "Warring States." I can't keep ripping people off like this!
Why do you have to drag yourself down with you?
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