Chapter 392 Director Chu, Do You Know the Unspoken Rules?

Zhou Nan was immediately stunned.

ah?

He never expected that the big boss Yi Yun meant to directly withdraw his investment in Mu Wen's "Storm" TV series.

The reason why he withdrew this investment was simply because Chu Yunxuan wanted to direct a similar anti-gang drama.

In order to clear the way for Chu Yunxuan's drama, he even went so far as to end his cooperation with Mu Wen in "The Storm"?

Everyone else is stupid.

He probably knew that Chu Yunxuan must have a background.

He must have talked to Yi Yun about his background, and then Yi Yun opened the back door.

But he never expected that Yi Yun would be so decisive!

It seems that he still underestimated it.

"Well... Dong Yi, this "Storm" is currently a relatively important cooperation here..."

Zhou Nan still wants to fight for it.

After all, he wants results.

Yi Yun looked at Zhou Nan and said, "Originally, I don't think there is any problem, but when I think about it carefully, it is really unnecessary to invest 1.4 billion in an anti-gang drama like this. You can follow them again." Let’s talk, if they are willing to continue investing within one billion, if they think it is not possible, then there is nothing we can do to help.”

"I understand." Zhou Nan nodded.

Yi Yun looked at Zhou Nan and said, "Well, let's go."

Zhou Nan then left.

After leaving Yi Yun's office, the shock on Zhou Nan's face had not disappeared.

"I go."

He couldn't help but still be shocked.

Chu Yunxuan is a layman and a young newcomer.

I have never directed a play.

It's okay for him to have this idea. His first drama was an anti-gangster drama that was very difficult to detail and required an investment of six to seven billion.

The key is that his company is really willing to play house with him.

"He does seem to be from an ordinary family, or does Yi Dong really trust this script so much? There is no problem with him trusting this script. The script does feel good, but the director is Chu Yunxuan."

In essence, this is a gamble.

But the director is Chu Yunxuan, so this is just playing house.

Therefore, it is impossible for you to make Zhou Nan think that Yi Yun has no personal support for this matter.

…

the other side.

Mu Wen is ready to start preparations for "The Storm".

The first thing is definitely casting.

He is going to find all the suitable acting talents on the market, first-rate ones and so on.

Have this capital!

In itself, the majority of investment in anti-gang dramas is in actors and filming, and there are basically very few special effects.

Since he has this money, he will make the lineup extremely strong. This will also be a big publicity stunt at that time.

"Hey, Mr. Zhou, hahaha, hello, Mr. Zhou."

Mu Wen received a call from Zhou Nan.

"Director Mu Wen, hello, have you eaten?"

Mu Wen smiled and said: "Thanks to Mr. Zhou's concern, I just had it and now I am preparing to cast for "The Storm"."

Zhou Nan then said: "Director Mu, there is bad news..."

Over there, Mu Wen frowned.

"You say."

"As for your investment in "The Storm", the top of our company held an impromptu meeting and decided to cancel it for the time being."

"What?"

Mu Wen was immediately stunned.

"No... Mr. Zhou, how...how could it be canceled? It's all been negotiated and the contract has been signed."

Zhou Nan said: "As you know, the decision made by the superiors is all about profit. They think that the investment in your drama is too big. For a drama like this, the profit may not be high for such a large investment."

Mu Wen: "I am still very confident. Although the investment is large, I am confident that the income will also be large. I even think that this drama may become the biggest hit launched by Qidian Video this year, so some Hard conditions to support.”

Zhou Nan: "I understand, I understand. What the company means is that if your investment can be reduced to less than one billion, we will continue to cooperate. Director Mu, for such a drama, an investment of one billion is still a very big one." It’s a handiwork.”

Mu Wen frowned.

He had already settled this account before the crucial point.

Suddenly missing 400 million, many of his plans will be disrupted.

Moreover, his play has huge ambitions.

He didn't want to settle.

"Mr. Zhou, can't we talk anymore?"

"Hey, I can't help it. You also know what the higher-ups mean. With an investment of more than one billion in TV series, for our company, we may not have one every year. The higher-ups are paying attention."

Mu Wen nodded: "I understand, then I'll think of a solution."

"I'm really sorry. You can think about it again. There is still no problem within one billion."

"Okay, okay."

Zhou Nan: "Then I'll send someone to find you to annul the contract, so I won't bother Director Mu to come here in person."

"OK."

After hanging up the phone, Mu Wen was so angry that he almost threw the phone out.

"Grass!"

He cursed angrily.

"How can there be such a thing? I'm a fool!"

The key is, he can't afford to offend this company.

He didn't dare to break up.

Although it is clearly stated in the contract that Qidian Group still has the right to terminate the cooperation before the casting is completely completed, or if the Qidian Group cannot see the benefits that the drama can bring if it is not satisfied with the casting and other aspects. This is considered an overlord clause.

It was there before.

However, he really didn't expect that his investment would be terminated.

Generally, this is a way for the company to protect its own rights and interests, which can be regretted.

However, the one who stepped on the horse fell on himself.

Although your capital is really great, you can't be so disrespectful, right?

Although you did not violate the contract, you were even just willing to invest 400 million less.

However, Mu Wen just couldn't accept it!

"Made!!"

Mu Wen couldn't make do with it anyway.

Either he won't film this drama, but once he does, he will definitely achieve his ambition!

He is good at filming this kind of drama, and this script is so good, with good grasp of details, good character selection, and good filming. It is definitely better than his last one.

"It's not like I can only get your investment, why not find someone else?"

Mu Wen was extremely angry.

"Made, you will regret it when the time comes."

Thirty years in Hedong, thirty years in Hexi, don’t bully the middle-aged and poor!

…

the other side.

Chu Yunxuan was still very happy.

Now it's time to get started.

He called Qin Yueran.

"Hey, Xiao Xuanxuan, how's the investment deal going?" Qin Yueran asked proactively.

"Can that be called talking? It's just on your lips, okay?"

"whee."

Chu Yunxuan said helplessly: "Sister, your back door is too wide, making it difficult for me to challenge you."

"What's this? Funding is just the first step. It doesn't require any challenge. You have to challenge it. There are many challenges. If you film it and film it well, the ratings and word-of-mouth will explode. These are all challenges."

Qin Yueran replied.

"Okay, anyway, I can't make your company lose money."

Qin Yueran then said: "Don't think of the senior executives of the company as fools. The big boss of Qidian Group did not refuse my request. That does not mean that he simply gave me this face. At least he also read the script. He has a certain confidence, even if the director is you."

"At least, he thinks that with your popularity and attention, the script is very good, and the investment of 600 million, he has passed the evaluation of some professional departments, at least he knows in his mind whether the show is making a profit or a loss, even if it is a loss, it should be It’s not a big deal, he can accept it, and he sells me a favor with my dad. Anyway, he must have made all the preparations and statistics.”

"In his opinion, whether the show makes money or not is one thing. For him personally, no matter what aspect it is, as long as it won't lose money."

Chu Yunxuan nodded: "Okay, then I'll start casting."

"It's up to you. You control everything anyway, Director Chu."

Qin Yueran said with a smile.

"Don't call me that, it's embarrassing."

"Puch, get out."

"Hahaha, then I'll die."

"Bye-Bye."

Chu Yunxuan then stretched.

"Let's do it!"

Casting!

After returning to the hotel, Chu Yunxuan started looking for actors according to the cast list that Director Lu Sheng had sent him before.

The characters in this show are really great.

So, casting is important.

The two male protagonists, good and bad, are naturally the top priority.

Then there is the casting of several important female characters.

The upright male protagonist An Xin’s childhood sweetheart Meng Yu plays the role.

The role of sister-in-law Chen Shuting.

The role of Gao Qilan from the Gao family.

There are also the roles of Tang Xiaohu, Tang Xiaolong, and Gao Qisheng, including the role of Xu Jiang, the first villain of the show, who are all eye-catching and important.

Dong dong dong——

At this time, there was a knock on the door.

Chu Yunxuan opened the door.

"Good afternoon."

Lin Miaomiao waved her hand.

"Is the filming finished?" Chu Yunxuan asked.

Chu Yunxuan has no role to play today.

"OK."

"come in."

The two walked into the room.

"What are you doing?" Lin Miaomiao asked curiously.

Chu Yunxuan sat in front of the computer and rubbed his temples: "It's casting."

"Wow! Are you ready with the funds?"

"Well, it's time to invest." Chu Yunxuan said.

Lin Miaomiao approached Chu Yunxuan and asked, "Do you think I have any suitable roles? Director Chu, my friendship price only requires one meal."

Chu Yunxuan glanced at Lin Miaomiao, then patted her on the head: "Then am I still a human being? Why don't you read the script?"

"Hurrah!"

"Over there in the drawer, I printed it out."

"Let me take a look."

Lin Miaomiao then sat on the edge of the bed and read the script intently.

Chu Yunxuan thought that things were actually quite easy, but when it got to this point, he felt that even the most basic casting was very troublesome.

"I guess I can't play the role of An Xin."

It’s not suitable at all, and the audience will have no sense of involvement.

He scanned the cast list and then fixed his eyes on a person named Zhang Duo.

The actor is an absolute top actor and has a wide range of roles. He is particularly good at military films and criminal investigation films.

"It's him."

Chu Yunxuan fell in love with him at first glance.

And it also fits the image he is satisfied with in his impression.

Subsequently, Chu Yunxuan directly sent a script and role invitation to Zhang Duo's agent in his own capacity.

The price was 30 million.

It is also his basic quotation above.

The specific price can be discussed in detail, but basically the price difference will not be too big.

Three hours have passed, and Chu Yunxuan has probably made an invitation for several roles.

But whether it can come true is very difficult.

First, Chu Yunxuan is the director.

Second, do they have time and schedule?

Therefore, in fact, except for the male lead An Xin, whose role is the best actor, some other actors are looking for actors who are not so popular.

But he must be a talented actor.

"There are still a few veteran actors missing."

Chu Yunxuan frowned.

Moreover, several important female roles, including Meng Yu, Gao Qilan and sister-in-law Chen Shuting in the play, have not yet been confirmed.

The characters of the three women are quite outstanding.

Image is also important.

Lin Miaomiao put down the script and looked at Chu Yunxuan.

There was a little more love and admiration for Chu Yunxuan in her eyes.

It's really awesome.

"Chu Yunxuan, I feel that there is no female role suitable for me here. I feel that at most I can play a certain heroine." Lin Miaomiao said helplessly.

Of the three important female roles, she may only be slightly more suitable for the role of Meng Yu.

Mainly in the later stage, the role of Gao Qilan is to become the kind of intellectual royal sister.

She probably couldn't handle this kind of drama.

"Indeed, several of the more important female characters in this script are not easy to perform," Chu Yunxuan said.

"Yes, yes, but in the script, I have a candidate for the role of Chen Shuting who I can recommend to you. I think she is quite suitable." Lin Miaomiao said.

"Who?"

"Her name is Riemann, one of my seniors. I have filmed a movie with her before. I think she can perfectly handle Chen Shuting's domineering sister-in-law temperament in your script."

"Let me see."

Chu Yunxuan then searched for some clips of her performance experience.

"It's really good."

Chu Yunxuan's eyes lit up.

"Right, right."

Chu Yunxuan really felt that it was very suitable.

"Then can you make an appointment for me?"

"Okay, let me go and talk about it."

Lin Miaomiao seemed very happy to be able to help Chu Yunxuan.

"Thanks."

Lin Miaomiao opened the door and prepared to go out, while making an "OK" gesture, and then walked out.

Chu Yunxuan thought for a while, and then called Lin Qin.

"Sister Qin, are you busy?"

Lin Qin smiled and said: "I just returned to Jinghai City, what happened?"

"I'll show you a script when I have some free time."

"Okay, send it to me."

Chu Yunxuan: "Okay."

In the middle of the night, when Chu Yunxuan was about to fall asleep, Lin Qin called.

"This script is okay. Whose director is it? You won't recommend me to him to play a certain female role in it, right?"

"Yes, how about the character Meng Yu?"

Lin Qin: "..."

"Okay. Although I prefer the other Gao Qilan and Chen Shuting, this one is also okay. I should be more suitable and quite willing. The main thing is that the script is really good. Which director wants to film it?"

"Me." Chu Yunxuan said.

Lin Qin: "..."

"ah?"

She froze.

"You said you wanted to be a director, and this drama is for you, right? Where did you get the script?"

"I wrote it."

Lin Qin: "..."

Mudd! Awesome!

"I really don't know what else you want, okay, I support Director Chu unconditionally."

"No, you have to really like it. Don't agree just because you think it's me."

Li Qin said: "I have already said that I have the urge to act in this drama."

"Then do you believe me?"

"How should I put it? It feels unreliable, but I just want to bet with you, hahaha." Lin Qin said straightforwardly.

After all, no one would normally think that Chu Yunxuan could direct a drama well.

"Hahaha, I won't let you down."

Chu Yunxuan also smiled.

"No problem, then you have to guide me in acting." Lin Qin laughed loudly.

"I'm very strict."

"Okay, whip me."

Chu Yunxuan smiled.

"Director Chu, I have a question."

Lin Qin suddenly became serious.

"You ask."

"Um...are you the kind of director who knows unspoken rules?"

Chu Yunxuan: "..."