Chapter 153 An unexpected surprise
Zhong Lei gave a thumbs up: "The ratings of the third season of "Wulin Wai Zhuan" broke 7!"
"Your first drama has become such a big hit, congratulations!"
Su Chen: "It's OK."
In another time and space, the ratings of this drama would be much higher than this.
It's just that the environment is different.
Su Chen can only wait and see whether the ratings of "Wulin Waijia" can regain its glory.
Zhong Lei didn't know how to respond to Su Chen's words.
The ratings broke 7, but it’s just okay?
These days, a TV drama’s ratings over 3 are already the best!
But okay, Zhong Lei knew that Su Chen has always been like this.
No matter how big the situation is, he remains calm.
How does that sentence go?
Is it because he is skilled and courageous?
Zhong Lei guessed that this should be the case.
Music, film, martial arts, basketball...
I have so many skills.
No wonder Xiaochen seems to be indifferent to everything.
"Xiao Chen, when do you plan to start your next drama ?"
Well, Zhong Lei didn't dwell on that point anymore and changed the subject.
Su Chen spread his hands speechlessly.
I've already brought you the script, and you're still asking me this?
Zhong Lei saw that Su Chen's reaction was not right and quickly explained:
"Xiao Chen, don't get me wrong! I'm not forcing you!"
"I just want to ask about your schedule."
"Alas, it's mainly because of the pressure from competitors. It's just too great. And Xingyi, you're the only one with a film or TV series that you can show off!"
"Oh, what's wrong?"
Su Chen saw that Zhong Lei seemed to have some difficulties and asked.
Zhong Lei put on a smile and said, "It's nothing, I just feel bad."
It's not that he is greedy, "Wulin Wai Zhuan" has already made enough money, but his competitors are constantly making big moves.
Xingyi, once a giant in the entertainment industry, was unable to cope with it.
Zhong Lei felt that his nerves were being aroused.
“…”
Su Chen planned to listen to Zhong Lei's thoughts.
Zhong Lei felt a little sad.
After all, it’s because Xingyi’s overall strength is not good enough.
"Let me tell you about some of the dynamics in the film and television industry."
"The production of 'The King Behind the Scenes', invested and filmed by Dinglong Culture, is in full swing."
"Sony Media's big production and big IP "Snow Swordsman" is also being filmed in full swing!"
"The current film and television industry is flourishing."
But Xingyi, once the industry leader, is no longer doing well.
The Zhong brothers all felt very aggrieved and depressed.
"Forget it! Xiaochen, you should rest for a while first!"
"This is a vicious cycle. If you really want to fight, you may never stop."
Xingyi can't put all the burden on you alone.
It is already very impressive to produce three good songs in four days.
Well, Su Chen was too lazy to argue with him anymore.
I slapped the script directly on his desk.
“This is a new action series I wrote.”
"Take a look first. If there is no problem, we can start the project."
Zhong Lei was stunned for a moment.
Is the script written?
Why are you sitting here listening to me nagging for so long?
Are you teasing me on purpose?
But okay, Zhong Lei was actually feeling ecstatic in his heart.
This efficiency is simply outrageous!
"Fist of Fury!"
At that moment, Zhong Lei's eyes lit up and he immediately picked up the script.
I couldn't wait to start reading it.
After just a few minutes of watching, Zhong Lei raised his head:
"Very good! The storyline is very exciting and passionate!"
"With your kung fu, this drama will definitely be great!"
"But, about this investment?"
Su Chen's answer was straightforward:
"I account for 80%!"
"The company will pay for it!"
Hearing this, Zhong Lei looked at Su Chen with an ambiguous look.
The same thing again?
You are really stingy!
However, he was not surprised.
Predictably, in Su Chen's style.
The future cooperation between Xingyi and Su Chen will basically follow this model.
On the surface, Xingyi seems to be at a disadvantage.
but.
Just calculate the revenue of "Wulin Wai Zhuan" and you will know.
Xingyi is making huge profits, okay!
Drinking some soup with Su Chen could make Xingyi full to death!
“This should be no problem!”
Having said that, Zhong Lei immediately called Zhong Jun over.
Such a big thing cannot be decided by him alone.
A moment later.
Looking at the script of "Fist of Fury", Zhong Jun was caught off guard by a pleasant surprise.
Boy, didn’t I tell you to take a rest for a while?
Strictly speaking, you haven't even started to rest, and you've come up with another script so quickly!
Since you are so dedicated, we won’t be polite!
"Start the project! Of course, start the project immediately!"
What’s wrong with advance payment? What’s wrong with Xingyi only accounting for 20%?
With Xiaochen's support, it's a sure win business!
Moreover, thinking about Xiaochen's real kung fu skills makes people look forward to it.
It has been a long time since there has been a decent action TV series in the Chinese film and television industry .
There will definitely be a market for this drama once it is released.
This matter was settled immediately.
Next, it’s time to deal with the specific matters.
Zhong Lei: "What is your investment budget for this drama?"
Su Chen: "Let's keep it within 30 million."
"Wulin Waijia" is a special case. It is impossible for every drama to have such a low cost.
Zhong Jun saw Su Chen's concerns:
"It doesn't matter if the cost is a little higher, as long as we can make this drama well. Xingyi can contribute a little more, but the profit share will still only be 20%."
From the drama "Wulin Wai Zhuan", Xingyi can earn more than 600 million. For "Fist of Fury", spending a little more is nothing!
If we can replicate the miracle of "Wulin Waijiao", it will be another huge profit!
Of course, Zhong Jun knew that it was impossible for every drama to be as magical as "Wulin Waijia".
However, even if it is only one-fifth of the revenue of "Wulin Waijiao", it would still be a huge profit.
If you insist, I have no objection, but...
Su Chen: "We still have to try to control costs."
Brothers Zhong Lei and Zhong Jun both nodded.
For this child, thrift has become a habit.
Anyway, they estimated that Xingyi would have no problem paying an extra few thousand yuan.
Zhong Lei immediately thought of a topic:
"As for the actors?"
Su Chen replied in seconds: "I'll decide it myself!"
These days, actors' pay often accounts for the bulk of the investment.
You must choose the actors who are cheap and good quality yourself.
Otherwise, what's the point of shooting a TV series with a budget of 30 million?
"All right."
Zhong Lei and Zhong Jun had no objection to this.
They trusted Su Chen's vision. "Wulin Wai Zhuan" was the best example.
After both parties reached an agreement.
As for the preparation of the crew, it was all handed over to Xingyi.
Su Chen started the casting work.
At the same time, Lu Han's "Blowing Wind" has been firmly occupying the first place on Kugou's singles best-selling list with its impressive data.
On the Internet, some netizens are even more enthusiastic about praising Lu Han.
As for Su Chen, he did his best to belittle him.
Against this backdrop, a post by an anonymous netizen instantly ignited the entire Internet.
"It has been verified that Su Chen has not made any more donations! His previous donations were just to advertise himself!"
