Chapter 367: If “Chen Cheng” plays Iron Man…what do you think?

“Oh my God……”

“$1.2 million is just the box office in North America.”

“I don’t even know how to predict how much this movie will do at the box office.”

What about “The Expendables 3”?

Although “The Expendables” is a global IP.

But let’s be honest.

This IP is a bit old, and it cannot be considered the most influential IP in Hollywood.

Although after Chen Cheng joined, “The Expendables” underwent a qualitative change.

But to many people, he is just like the Rush Hour series.

He does look like a pretty good film.

But it’s definitely not that explosive level.

such as.

In everyone’s eyes.

“The Suicide Squad” is not as good as the Marvel series.

Not to mention compared with Avatar, Star Wars, The Lord of the Rings… etc.

but.

When “The Expendables 3” set a box office record of 1.2 million US dollars on the same day.

When the outside world looks at “The Expendables” again, it becomes completely different.

“$1.2 million on the first day, the total box office will definitely exceed $10 billion.”

“What a joke! This is necessary. One billion dollars is not enough. It must be at least 10 billion dollars.”

“It could be more than $13 billion.”

Some professionals are watching the box office data of “The Expendables 3” and analyzing it from time to time.

To know.

When a film reaches a top box office.

He represents more than just this film.

He also represents the future long-term returns of this series.

Simultaneously.

He also represents the film’s huge global influence.

“We can’t predict this way. We have to look at the data from the next day.”

“Well, if the box office of The Expendables 2 can hold up on the second day, then The Expendables 3 will be a hit.”

“It’s not The Expendables 3 that’s going to be deified, it’s Chen Cheng that’s going to be deified.”

The domestic media were also extremely excited at this time.

they know.

If you can hold steady the next day.

Then.

Chen Cheng is more than just a top Hollywood producer.

He will truly become the big boss of Hollywood.

As for what level this big boss is.

Put it simply.

That is.

In a word, Cheng Xi had to do whatever Chen Cheng said.

Although in essence.

Cheng Xi’s level in Hollywood is also lower than Chen Cheng’s.

But this depends on the overall situation.

Cheng Xi has been making films for decades.

He no longer needs to use box office revenue to prove his influence in Hollywood.

but.

If Chen Cheng really did that.

Then.

Even if Cheng Xi made films all his life, he would still be second only to Chen Cheng.

“Ahhh, why is the premiere in North America and not in the same place globally?”

“Well, I heard that in The Expendables 3, Chen Cheng is the No. 1 male lead, and the last shot of Chen Cheng killing someone was so damn handsome.”

“Stop talking. If you keep talking, I’ll have to go to the United States to see it.”

A number of domestic fans were also excited and kept commenting online.

……

The next day.

A number of film company executives from North America arrived at the office early.

inside.

Including the eight big names in Hollywood.

The first thing they paid attention to was the box office of “The Expendables 3” today.

“If The Expendables 3 can still maintain a box office of more than 8000 million U.S. dollars today, then he will succeed.”

“It’s possible. The major cinema companies have revealed that the bookings are very good. But I don’t know what the total box office will be in the next 24 hours.”

“I’ve been watching this film the whole time. I think we may be working with Chen Cheng soon.”

“Yes.”

Chen Cheng’s production ability in Hollywood is obvious to all.

But this is obvious to all.

Many people think that he is a rising star.

Compared with those big boss-level producers, he still has some distance to go.

but.

After Chen Cheng demonstrated his strength one by one.

Almost all Hollywood film companies have their sights set on Chen Cheng.

inside.

Including Marvel.

Marvel has worked with Chen Cheng before.

Like in The Avengers.

Chen Cheng played a role in this film, Loki.

Although it is a supporting role.

But until now.

Chen Cheng’s performance as Loki has always been praised.

This is certainly not the reason why Marvel pays attention to Chen Cheng.

The real reason why people pay attention to Chen Cheng is also his production ability.

Marvel understands.

“The Expendables 3” is not just about Chen Cheng playing the leading male role.

“$3000 million.”

As soon as it opened that morning, The Expendables’ box office grew to 3000 million US dollars that day.

This is the previous booking box office data.

12 o’clock noon.

“The Expendables 3” grossed over 4000 million U.S. dollars on the same day.

6 pm.

“The Expendables 3” box office exceeded 6000 million US dollars.

“Well… contact Chen Cheng.”

Yes.

At this point, there is no need to look at the box office results.

It had already exceeded 7 million US dollars at 6000 pm.

This also proves.

“The Expendables 3” not only broke the $8000 million box office on the same day.

even.

The box office of “The Expendables 3” on that day is likely to exceed 1 million US dollars.

In fact.

Sure enough.

The 24 hours of the second day are over.

The box office revenue of “The Expendables 3” on that day was 1.09 million US dollars.

……

The first company to contact Chen Cheng was Marvel.

At first, Chen Cheng didn’t quite understand what Marvel meant by contacting him.

He thought Marvel was preparing to film Thor, and that the actor who played Loki should appear on stage again.

But after arriving at the office of Marvel President Kevin.

Chen Cheng was stunned.

Kevin didn’t ask him to play Loki.

He also didn’t talk about the character of Loki at all.

As soon as he came.

Just say.

Have you ever thought about producing Iron Man 3?
“Producing Iron Man 3?”

Chen Cheng was stunned and said, “It seems that the movie Iron Man performed well here.”

“All I can say is that the Avengers did a good job.”

Chen Cheng recalled the box office of Iron Man.

Although Iron Man did save Marvel.

However, Iron Man’s total box office was not particularly ideal.

The box office of the first Iron Man was over 6 million US dollars.

The box office is good.

This gave Marvel hope and also made some money.

But “Iron Man 2”.

The global box office was only over 3 million US dollars.

Let’s not talk about losses.

At least I didn’t make any money.

This does not make the ambitious Marvel so happy.

Especially after The Avengers grossed $15 billion.

Marvel thinks.

Even their single hero series should have box office success.

If the box office of a single Marvel hero can remain above $6 million, or even reach $8 million.

Then.

Their Marvel Universe “Avengers” series will be able to go a step further and reach a box office of over $20 billion.

even.

It is not impossible to challenge Avatar’s global box office of $27 billion.

just.

Although Marvel CEO Kevin thinks so.

But it is really not an easy task to achieve this goal.

If according to the previous plan.

Maybe Marvel can still develop well.

But this good development is just good.

He’s a far cry from Marvel’s ambitions. Even.

He could still slip.

This is no joke.

Hollywood has a lot of classic series.

However, their subsequent series of works did not reach its peak, but instead failed and even incurred losses.

but.

There is an even more important reason.

That is.

Robert Downey Jr., the leading male role in “Iron Man 3”, was asked for a sky-high salary.

This is unacceptable to Marvel.

But Marvel doesn’t accept it.

Then.

This also means that the Marvel Universe will be at great risk.

The first thing that was affected was Iron Man 3.

Next is their most important work, “The Avengers”.

Especially the Avengers.

Just imagine.

What if Iron Man in the Avengers was replaced?

I’m afraid that by then, “Avengers 2” may not even be able to reach $15 billion, let alone $10 billion.

of course.

Although Kevin did not explain this in detail to Chen Cheng.

But how could he not know about the series of gossip about Robert Jr. and Marvel that has been reported in the media recently?

Some communication.

Chen Cheng reached a cooperation with Marvel and became the producer of “Iron Man 3”.

but.

After getting confirmation from Chen Cheng.

Kevin then said, “Chen, I believe in your ability. However, there is still a problem with Iron Man 3.”

“You’re talking about Robert Jr.’s problem.”

“Yes, I believe you are aware of his sky-high salary.”

“Oh, this is actually very easy to solve.”

“Oh, Chen, how would you solve this?”

“You’ll know in a few days.”

Chen Cheng smiled.

Something like this.

He didn’t know how many times he had encountered this in the country.

Just like when Xiao Zhen said he wanted to increase his pay.

Chen Cheng said one word.

Xiao Zhen obediently ran over to apologize to Chen Cheng.

Of course, it’s not just Xiao Zhen.

Even if it’s the director, Chen Cheng can change him if he wants to.

With Chen Cheng’s personality.

An actor wants to stump the producer?
A few days later.

Chenying Film and Television officially reached a cooperation with Marvel and announced the production of “Iron Man 3”.

As soon as this news came out.

Naturally, this was the topic of discussion among the media.

“Tsk tsk, Chen Cheng has produced another blockbuster movie.”

“Iron Man 3, Marvel’s flagship blockbuster. If it weren’t for Iron Man, Marvel would have sold it.”

“Yeah, I didn’t expect that Chen Cheng could produce such a blockbuster movie.”

“What’s the big deal? This proves Chen Cheng’s strength. Transformers is much stronger than Marvel, but Transformers is still produced by Chen Cheng.”

“If you calculate it this way, I think there will be a series of blockbuster films that will be produced by Chen Cheng in the future.”

at this time.

Chen Cheng’s “The Expendables 3” has been released in North America for seven days.

The total box office exceeded $5 million.

Seven days later.

“The Expendables 3” was released simultaneously around the world.

This also includes China.

According to media forecasts.

The global box office performance of “The Expendables 3” is likely to reach 14 billion US dollars.

……

Chen Cheng has always been very efficient in his work.

Originally, “Iron Man 3” had already been in Marvel’s plans.

So three days after signing the cooperation agreement with Marvel, “Iron Man 3” was officially launched.

Next up is the casting for Iron Man 3.

just.

Different from the previously chosen male No. 1 Robert Jr.

After Chen Cheng took over “Iron Man 3”.

Whether male No. 1 is Robert Jr….is still an unknown.

As it is now.

Chen Cheng auditioned for several leading male roles.

However, another previous actor who played Iron Man, Robert Downey Jr., did not receive an invitation from Chen Cheng.

This made little Robert, who had been staying at home waiting for news, a little anxious.

He called another actress, Winnie.

In Iron Man, Winnie plays Iron Man’s assistant, his girlfriend, and of course the number one female role.

“Winnie, I heard you had an audition yesterday.”

“Yes.”

“What’s going on? You still want to audition?”

“You know that the producer of our Iron Man 3 has changed.”

“I know, it’s Chen, the former Loki.”

“Yes, he is more than just an actor.”

“I know. But what’s wrong with this guy? You are the leading actress, but you still have to audition. Could it be that there are several other leading actresses?”

“It seems to have.”

“Don’t tell me there are several candidates for male No. 1.”

“I heard it is.”

“God.”

The bad news from Winnie made little Robert a little nervous.

He thought that this was Chen’s pressure on him.

after all.

He is very clear about it.

There is no way Marvel can replace the No. 1 male lead.

This will not only affect “Iron Man 3”, but also the “Avengers” series.

“Robert, Donnie… I think you should take the initiative to find Chen Cheng.”

Downey’s agent suddenly called.

This made Tang Ni feel a little strange: “You want me to go on my own initiative?”

“Correct.”

“What about our pay?”

“If it was before, there might be room for negotiation. But after Chen took over… there is nothing to negotiate.”

“No… Impossible. Didn’t you say that Marvel couldn’t replace the No. 1 male lead?”

“Yes.”

The agent nodded: “But… I checked Chen Cheng’s information. He is almost a tyrant in China. He does not allow any actor to discuss so-called conditions in front of him.”

“compromise?”

“it’s the only way.”

“No…I don’t believe Marvel will replace me.”

“I don’t really believe it either. But, are you willing to bet?”

“I am willing.”

Little Robert is still very determined.

Although I was filming before.

Robert Jr. had a good relationship with Chen Cheng and they even had coffee together.

But when it comes to his own interests, Robert Jr. doesn’t want to give in.

……

“Marvel’s Iron Man 3 has been approved and is currently in the process of casting.”

“It’s been reported in the media, but it seems like the No. 1 male lead hasn’t been decided yet.”

“Robert Downey Jr. raised his salary before, but Marvel has not agreed to it.”

“Do you think Marvel will agree to Robert Jr.’s request?”

“It’s hard to say… If it was Marvel before, maybe. But now that Chen Cheng has taken over, it’s not certain.”

The media has already known about the pay for “Iron Man 3” and the previous No. 1 male lead Robert Downey Jr.

At this time, “Iron Man 3” was officially launched, which made this gossip popular again.

A group of fans also joined in at this time and expressed their ideas.

“I think Marvel will definitely surrender.”

“why?”

“Would you like to see another person play Iron Man?”

“Of course not.”

“So, this is why Marvel surrendered.”

It can be said.

The reason why Marvel can survive.

In the minds of many fans, it is because Robert Downey Jr. played Iron Man.

Many people also think that Robert Downey Jr. is Marvel’s benefactor.

If Marvel abandons Robert Downey Jr. at this moment, it would not only be ungrateful, but also irresponsible to the Marvel Universe.

This is not.

A group of fans expressed their strong opinion.

If the leading male role in “Iron Man 3” was changed, it would no longer be Robert Downey Jr. playing Iron Man.

Then.

They definitely won’t enter the cinema.

Not only did it not go in.

They also want to unite and boycott “Iron Man 3”.

just.

While a group of fans supported Robert Jr.

At this time, another voice appeared in the media.

If Chen Cheng were to play Iron Man…what do you think?

(End of this chapter)