studiobondurri Chapter 134, "My Love from the Star," has been approved.
Chapter 134, "My Love from the Star," has been approved.
In mid-September, Beijing was gradually becoming more autumnal.
Fu Yibai sat in his office, flipping through the preparation report for "My Love from the Star" that Wang Peng had sent him.
Filming locations have been finalized, primarily in Beijing's urban area, with some scenes shot in studios at Hengdian World Studios.
The art team referenced numerous fashion magazines and created hundreds of concept sketches, while the costume team contacted over a dozen brands for sponsorship. The budget sheet was densely packed with various expenses.
The total investment was 30 million, with 30 episodes, and the cost per episode was 1 million.
Most of the cost was spent on venue and special effects.
As for the female lead's clothing and luxury items, they were sponsored by several top brands, so she didn't have to spend a penny.
Fu Yibai closed the report and leaned back in his chair.
"How's the contact with Hu Ge going?"
"Mr. Cai has replied to Hu Ge."
I can join the crew anytime.
The male lead, Fu Yibai, plans to invite Hu Ge to participate in the film, not for any other reason than that Hu Ge is handsome enough.
Moreover, "Chinese Paladin 1" is still being broadcast on various satellite TV channels, and Hu Ge's popularity is enough to make him the male lead.
"Mr. Fu, will the second male lead be arranged by the company or will the selection be open to the public?"
"Let's have an open election."
Among the male actors in "Dawn," Lei Jiayin's image is not quite suitable, and Huang Bo and Wang Baoqiang are even less likely to be chosen.
Tell Lin Wei to keep an eye out for suitable recommendations; if not, then hold an open selection.
"Yes."
Wang Peng turned and left.
Not long after he left, there was a knock on the door, and Liu Yan poked half her body in.
"President Fu, Li Dabai is here."
Fu Yibai turned around.
"Let her in."
Liu Yan stepped aside, and Li Dabai walked in from outside the door.
Today she wore a khaki trench coat over a simple white shirt and black trousers. Her long hair was loose over her shoulders, and she wore light makeup, giving her a cool and aloof aura.
Fu Yibai glanced at the other person briefly, and Li Dabai's skin was indeed as white as snow.
She was the fairest-skinned beauty Fu Yibai had ever seen.
He finally understood what it meant to have skin as white as snow.
Perhaps even Lady Gan, who was known as the Jade Beauty during the Three Kingdoms period, was no more than this.
"Mr. Fu."
Li Dabai stood at the door, nodded slightly, his voice neither too loud nor too soft, carrying just the right amount of respect.
Fu Yibai gestured for her to sit down in the reception area.
"sit."
Liu Yan brought in two cups of tea, then left and closed the door behind her.
The office fell silent.
Li Dabai sat on the sofa, holding a teacup in both hands. His gaze fell on the man's face, lingered for a second, and then looked away.
"The company is about to launch an idol drama project. Lin Wei should have told you about it, right?"
I'm planning to cast you as the second female lead.
The reason I called you here is to see if your image is suitable.
Li Dabai became slightly nervous upon hearing this.
Although she was only the second female lead in an idol drama, it was directed by the boss himself.
Whether the TV series becomes a hit or not, as long as she leaves a good impression on the boss, she will have many opportunities to participate in projects directed by the boss in the future.
Fu Yibai noticed the other person's nervousness and said with a smile, "Don't be nervous, you have a great image. You're very suitable for this role. Spend the rest of your time studying the script carefully."
"I will try my best."
"Okay, you can go out now."
On September 20, Chenxi Media officially released the news on its official website.
The urban romance drama "My Love from the Star" has officially been greenlit, directed by Fu Yibai, and starring Tang Yan, Hu Ge, and Li Dabai. Casting is now open; talent agencies are welcome to submit actor profiles.
The news caused an uproar in the industry.
"Fu Yibai filming a TV series? Are you kidding me?"
"Inception just broke records, and now they're turning to make idol dramas?"
"Who is Tang Yan? She's an artist under Chenxi Entertainment, right? This is clearly a way to promote her."
"Hu Ge is playing the male lead? His resources are pretty good after 'Chinese Paladin'."
"Li Dabai? The one who acted in 'Like Fog, Like Rain, Like Wind'? I haven't seen her in a long time."
On Tianya Forum, the post garnered hundreds of replies overnight.
Some people posted photos of Tang Yan, while others dug up the roles she had played.
"These resources are amazing."
She's still in school, but she's already acted in several movies.
Aside from a few minor roles, he actually starred in a youth campus drama?
"She's young and beautiful, and she's Chenxi's own daughter. What can we do?"
"I don't understand why Director Fu would lower himself to direct an idol drama?"
Just to promote a woman? Has Fan Binbin fallen out of favor?
"Of course, those who know, know."
"How could Fan Binbin have fallen out of favor? She just finished filming 'Painted Skin'."
"Director Fu isn't planning to have his cake and eat it too, is he?"
The post has been deleted.
Meanwhile, major companies in the industry are also digesting this news.
"Uncle Lu, have you seen the message?"
Director Fu has actually started directing an idol drama himself.
I really want to act in Director Fu's movies too, can you think of a way to do that?
Jing Tian looked at the news on her computer and spoke into her phone.
Lu Zheng's voice came from the phone.
"Tian Tian, don't worry, Uncle will ask around for you."
"Yes, thank you, Uncle Lu."
After hanging up the phone, Lu Zheng immediately called Fu Yibai.
"Hey, Director Fu."
"Hello, Mr. Lu."
What's wrong?
"It's like this, I saw in the news that you're planning to direct an idol drama yourself?"
Tian Tian really wants to act in Director Fu's film.
"Do you think the female lead role could be given to Tian Tian?"
"this……
The female lead has already…
"Five million, I'll offer five million."
"Cough! Cough!..."
The sound of choking on water came from the other end of the phone. A few seconds later, Fu Yibai's voice came through again.
Mr. Lu, there's no need for that.
The female lead for this film has already been cast, and there's really no way to change her.
"Ten million! I'll offer ten million!"
Lu Zhengcai, with his deep pockets, continued to raise the price.
"Cough cough cough..."
Mr. Lu, this really isn't about money.
Of course, I also saw the sincerity of Ms. Jing Tian and President Lu.
In that case, after some time, I will personally write a script for Miss Jing Tian.
I'll be directing it myself, what do you think?
After hearing Fu Yibai's answer, Lu Zheng considered it for a moment and finally agreed to his proposal.
"Thank you very much, Director Fu."
"Don't worry, I will transfer every penny of this money to Chenxi's account once the project is approved."
"..."
There was a two-second silence on the other end of the phone, followed by Fu Yibai's voice.
"Mr. Lu, you're too kind."
"Haha, I'll have to trouble Director Fu again."
"I'm going to tell Tian Tian the good news now."
After hanging up the phone, Lu Zheng immediately told Jing Tian the news.
Upon receiving the news, the girl jumped up from the sofa.