After deciding to let Zhu Yu attend some subsequent award ceremonies on his behalf, Xu Kong began to focus all his energy on the upcoming filming of “Infernal Affairs”.

This movie is actually very important to Xu Kong.

The main reason was that “Comrades: Almost a Love Story” gained him recognition in the film market.

But in fact, apart from good word of mouth, the box office performance is far from being a real hit.

Although the total amount of domestic and foreign revenue was almost 3 billion, it far exceeded Xu Kong’s expectations.

However, it is definitely incomparable to the current blockbuster movies in China that have box office revenues of 70 to 80 billion, or even over 10 billion.

Ten years ago, more than 3 billion might have been enough to make it into the top ten domestic box office list.

But now, even getting into the top 50 seems a bit too difficult.

All we can say is that the domestic film market has great potential. Many of Xu Kong’s memories of the box office of movies in his previous life may not have much reference value.

But overall, the box office will definitely be higher and not lower.

This is good news for Xu Kong.

……

In general, this is one of the reasons why many current film and television companies, even if their main projects are TV series, are still trying to squeeze into the film industry.

The profits are really too high.

Although there are also many companies that fail and suffer losses.

But in terms of the upper limit alone, it is indeed too high.

Even if the shares of various theaters and distributors are removed, a fairly high profit can still be obtained.

The prerequisite is that your movie is a real hit.

This alone is enough to make many film and television companies willing to take a gamble.

……

At this time, the news that Xu Kong’s “Sweet Honey” was shortlisted for major film awards had already spread online.

“I counted, and Xu Kong’s film, Almost a Love Story, has been nominated for more than 50 awards, including the three major domestic film awards!”

“This number is too exaggerated. If you really compare it, you will find that among this year’s domestic films, Xu Kong’s “Sweet Honey” does not have many rivals.”

“It’s hard to say for sure whether it will win an award. After all, the structure of the film is still a commercial film. However, the overall style is more literary and artistic, which makes it easier for award organizers and judges to favor it.”

“Why didn’t Xu Kong react at all? If it were any other director, he would have posted several Weibo posts by now.”

“I heard that Xu Kong is preparing for his new movie recently. Yes, this time it’s not a TV series, but his second movie. At this rate, he probably won’t even have time to attend the award ceremony.”

“It would be ridiculous not to go to the award ceremony. I have to go anyway. After all, I am not a runner-up. The chances of winning are so high. I and the creative team must be there.”

……

Online discussions always seem to be inseparable from the name Xu Kong.

Not to mention anything else, just the second half of this year.

Starting from “The Beginning”, the subsequent “The Bad Kids”, including the currently popular variety show “The King of Masked Singer”, and then to the announcement of the shortlists for major film awards this time.

Although Xu Kong was very low-key throughout the whole process.

I haven’t even posted many Weibo posts.

But he has always been the center of public opinion.

In the past, some colleagues might have felt envious and jealous.

After all, even though there are many people in the country, the market is fixed.

If your peers take away most of the popularity and traffic, then you will be the one who loses.

But now, perhaps more and more artists have begun to realize that Xu Kong and them are not on the same track, and are completely from different worlds.

It doesn’t even qualify as a comparison, so of course there won’t be any worries in this regard.

……

Xu Kong does have many identities. From the very beginning, he has been a lyricist, a singer, a director, a screenwriter, an actor, and so on.

But these are not the key to qualitative change.

But it was only since he became one of the bosses of Fengge that he was completely distinguished from other contracted artists.

Xu Kong is now a representative figure of one of the big capital parties in the entertainment industry.

Although it may be a little different from what I thought at the time.

But the fact is, at present, Xu Kong, on the one hand, does represent the image of Fengge and Fengqing Entertainment in addition to himself.

No matter what happened to him or the news about the two companies, they will be connected to each other.

This is definitely not a good thing in many large companies. If it can be controlled, it will probably be controlled.

Distinguish the artists and companies that frequently appear in the public eye, so that they can be better handled when any public opinion crisis occurs.

But now, Xu Kong’s situation is so special that it is not easy to distinguish even if one wants to.

That is what is often said on the Internet, even if it is a temporary cut, it is not a clean cut at all.

Fortunately, the situation has not changed much, so there is no need to worry about this at the moment.

It can also be said that this is a double-edged sword.

It can be said that Fengqing Entertainment’s ability to transform its business into the music sector is inseparable from Xu Kong’s personal traffic and fame.

In Feng Ge’s series of dramas, even if Xu Kong is only the screenwriter and producer, he will still be the first to be noticed by netizens.

Xu Kong’s thoughts were not that complicated. It was nothing more than trying not to make public appearances or try to show his presence except for his works.

Anyway, it’s his plan, so I won’t stay here forever.

By the time Fengge and Fengqing Entertainment develop to a certain level, he will feel that he has done everything he wanted to do and it will be time for him to step back behind the scenes.

It’s just a matter of time. As for the two current companies, it is indeed impossible for them to leave him.

……

“Currently, the number of newly signed songwriters is about 15. The conditions we offer are considered the best in the industry, comparable to those of Jiying Media.”

“But now Jiying has also begun to notice us and has started to target us in some ways.”

Before Xu Kong went to Hong Kong to start filming “Infernal Affairs”, he still made a trip to Hangzhou.

At this time, in the large flat that Xu Kong asked Mr. Yu to buy, Guo Zihao did not come this time, so the two of them could finally evaluate together the softness of the bed that Yu Yaqing selected for Xu Kong.

“It’s much earlier than I thought…”

Xu Kong spoke.

“It’s probably all because of you, but it may also be related to Su Yuwei.”

Yu Yaqing expressed her opinion.

In fact, although Fengqing Entertainment is now a large company, compared with industry giants like Jiying Media, there is not much comparison at all.

The only reason, of course, is that Xu Kong is one of the bosses of Fengqing Entertainment.

Xu Kong’s current impact on the domestic music scene, especially in his two identities as a songwriter and music producer, is indeed worthy of the attention of all companies.

The development direction of Fengqing Entertainment is almost not hidden.

Since the company is targeting large domestic music companies, it is only a matter of time before a direct conflict of interest arises with Jiying Media.

In addition, Su Yuwei, the newcomer who once received the most resources from Jiying Media, has now been poached by Fengqing Entertainment.

Although it can be said that a big reason for the process was that Jiying Media gave the opportunity, they were released fairly quickly without any excessive entanglement.

But this is because Su Yuwei’s contract is about to expire. It doesn’t mean that Jiying Media is really so generous.

This account must still be kept in mind.

……

“By the way, the songwriters and composers we recruited this time are of very high quality. Many of them were recruited from Jiying and several large companies.”

Speaking of this, Yu Yaqing became a little proud.

In fact, with Fengqing Entertainment’s current resources and company reputation.

Apart from the treatment, the only thing that attracted people was Xu Kong’s personal fame.

Not every songwriter has a very immature personality. Even if they really admire Xu Kong, they still have to think carefully about their future development.

Among them, Yu Yaqing herself and some lobbyists of Fengqing Entertainment did play a significant role.

“Is there anyone who can match Bai Ran’s level?”

Xu Kong asked.

Yu Yaqing replied unhappily:
“How is that possible? They are all newcomers, and many of them can only write but not sing.”

“But the potential is still great. In terms of style, several directors of the company’s music department are optimistic about it.”

Xu Kong remained silent.

He really thought it was too simple.

Talents are always in high demand.

For large companies like Jiying Media, the relevant new employee training programs can be said to have been put into practice and improved for many years to come up with the optimal solution.

It can be said that most of the newcomers in the country who show the slightest potential are signed by the other party before they are even discovered.

……

Yu Yaqing noticed Xu Kong’s mood and said comfortingly:

“Don’t be so pessimistic. Our current development speed is already quite frighteningly fast.”

“And we also have our own advantages.”

“It’s impossible to really compare it to a big company like Jiying Media right now.”

These are Yu Yaqing’s true words.

In fact, in her opinion, being able to successfully transform the company is already great news.

At least he no longer has to worry about the popular artists in his company suddenly becoming unpopular due to scandals, nor does he have to think about training newcomers to replace those outdated top stars all the time.

The music company’s own revenue capabilities are indeed not particularly good, but it is completely committed to long-term development.

In the follow-up, just continue to proceed steadily and cautiously.

……

“I know.”

When Yu Yaqing heard Xu Kong’s answer, she could not help but refute:
“You know shit!”

The reason why she was a little angry was that she felt that Xu Kong was looking at the current development of Fengqing Entertainment from his own perspective.

“Do you really think that artists like Bai Ran can be found everywhere?”

“Not to mention yourself.”

“Even for professional songwriters, it’s good enough to have one hit song in their entire career.”

“The rest of the time, I just keep creating and then sell my songs at a good price. As for becoming popular, the chance is about the same as buying a lottery ticket.”

“Everyone’s first consideration is how to sell their songs at a decent price!”

After hearing what Yu Yaqing said, Xu Kong suddenly reacted.

He was indeed a little too idealistic in these aspects.

In his previous life, Xu Kong, a so-called traffic star, had to try his best just to transform himself into a qualified actor.

As for now, his ideas have changed a lot because of the plug-in.

But if you really want to talk about it, Bai Ran is definitely a very rare talented musician.

His own words are completely meaningless.

Most of the songwriters in this circle are not famous at all.

Just because one of my songs is noticed by some famous singers is enough to make me happy for a long time.

This was just like when he suddenly received a role from a big director in his previous life. Although the director was not very famous and he was only the third male lead and a supporting role with not many lines, he was so excited that he couldn’t sleep well that night.

Because this means that he is gradually beginning to gain recognition from the traditional film and television industry, and they are no longer viewing him as a young idol who can’t act and only has traffic.

……

“I am a little anxious…”

Xu Kong had to admit at this time that he did feel that Fengqing Entertainment’s development was a bit slow.

Mainly when compared with Feng Ge, this is indeed the case.

But such a comparison is obviously unfair, because Feng Ge already has a very solid foundation.

A lean camel is bigger than a horse, and this is not an empty saying.

Although Fengge has lost many artists and film and television talents, some resources are still there.

Even this year, with the two dramas “The Beginning” and “The Bad Kids”, although Fengge’s overall revenue has declined, it is not that obvious.

But Fengqing Entertainment is a little different.

It was almost starting from scratch, and although he helped, he didn’t stay in the company as long as Feng Ge did.

Therefore, there was a slight decline in revenue.

Because we signed a lot of people, the investment also increased.

Some newcomers currently have little commercial value, and there is nothing we can do about it.

In terms of time, it is quite exaggerated to have reached the current level in less than a year.

……

“I’m not in a hurry, and I don’t know why you’re in a hurry.”

On the contrary, Mr. Yu is more open-minded than Xu Kong.

Perhaps it was because of her previous experience of failure in developing the film and television sector that made her seem particularly steady this time, and almost all of her decisions were steady and cautious.

And with Xu Kong’s joining, Yu Yaqing felt even less pressure.

No matter how she felt, Fengqing Entertainment could not repeat its previous failure this time.

Xu Kong is indeed Yu Yaqing’s greatest source of confidence.

The only thing that made her feel a little dissatisfied was that she had too little time to meet Xu Kong.

Thinking of this, she felt that it was a bit of a waste to lie down and chat with Xu Kong like this.

So he just turned over and occupied the high position.

I started to make my own living.

…(End of chapter)