How can a director be a gigolo?

Chapter 67 Acting

After all, it's not pleasant to ask someone for a favor!

Of course, it's also possible that it's related to that vice minister!

Zhen Liang glanced at Wang Xiaohao with a nonchalant air: "Do you know how I, a top-tier actress, climbed up to this level?"

Do you think I'm as talented as you?

Are they capable of creating and making their own films?

I know my own acting skills. The only reason I've gotten this far is because of my pretty face.

But there are so many women with pretty faces, why am I the only one who made it big?

Wang Xiaohao reminded her, "And there's Qi Zhen, Bai Qiuqi, Wang Manli... these are all top-tier actresses!"

Zhen Liang immediately became angry and shouted, "You did this on purpose, didn't you? Did you?"

"I was just trying to confide in you, and you pull this on me!"

Wang Xiaohao smiled helplessly.

He himself is an insider in the industry, so what is there that he doesn't know?

Although Zhen Liang did not answer, Wang Xiaohao had already figured out how Zhen Liang knew that big shot!

The company she used to work for was one of the largest private film companies in China.

It is a behemoth that integrates film production, distribution, and even talent agency business!

However, that company secretly loves to take female celebrities out for drinks and entertainment!

In this situation, it is perfectly normal to get to know the leaders of the higher-level departments that manage the film industry!

However, the fact that Zhen Liang was able to turn that deputy minister into her personal relationship suggests that it was probably more than just a simple drinking session!

No wonder Zhen Liang was able to rise from a minor star to a top-tier celebrity in just a few years!

Wang Xiaohao asked curiously, "Why would your big shot want to see a nobody like me?"

Zhen Liang rolled her eyes at Wang Xiaohao: "How would I know? We haven't been in contact for almost two years!"

He hasn't contacted me since he was promoted to the ministry, probably to avoid any negative impact!

How could I know what he was thinking?

Wang Xiaohao breathed a sigh of relief. Since the other party was mindful of the consequences, things were much simpler, and they were unlikely to cause any trouble.

That evening, Wang Xiaohao met with this Director Fang.

As he entered, the man shook hands with Wang Xiaohao very gently and said, "You must be Director Wang Xiaohao? You're so young and promising!"

So young, and already able to direct films on his own. And win a major national award. Amazing, truly amazing!

Wang Xiaohao was so flattered by the praise that he didn't know how to respond. He could only manage a weak smile and say, "Luck, it's all luck!"

The official laughed heartily: "You can make money and win awards at the same time. If this is just luck, then everyone in the world would live by luck!"

Although this Fang Bu spoke very nicely, he didn't pay much attention to Wang Xiaohao after that. Instead, he mostly stayed around chatting and laughing with Zhen Liang.

Zhen Liang looked extremely embarrassed and cautiously glanced at Wang Xiaohao.

That one glance was immediately noticed by that big shot.

The big shot immediately realized what was going on, so he laughed and turned to talk to Wang Xiaohao.

At the same time, the leader reverted to his authoritative manner. He inquired about Wang Xiaohao's situation and encouraged him to work hard, produce good films, and contribute to the arts.

Then the atmosphere at the banquet cooled down, and it ended hastily.

Zhen Liang followed the leader out.

He returned more than half an hour later and said to Wang Xiaohao, "It's alright!"

Wang Xiaohao was taken aback: "Resolved? I thought I had somehow offended this Minister Fang!"

Zhen Liang leaned against the wall and sneered, "What have I offended! Was that old bastard just putting on an act?"

He's just afraid I'll cling to him and ask him for help with everything in the future.

The whole thing he did today is basically a declaration of severing all ties. He wants me to avoid contacting him unless absolutely necessary!

Wang Xiaohao was taken aback. Recalling how Fang Bu had acted so erratically earlier, he gradually came to his senses.

Zhen Liang took a puff of her cigarette and said to Wang Xiaohao, "Go back to your hometown, Heyin County, in the next couple of days and talk to your local officials."

Wang Xiaohao quickly realized, "Was it that Director Fang who gave you this advice?"

Zhen Liang nodded slightly and said, "You are a great director who has come out of your county with great difficulty. The leaders and cadres of your hometown should take care of you!"

Besides, it's definitely unacceptable for others to say bad things about your hometown.

But you yourself said your hometown is bad, so what?

When she said these words, Zhen Liang imitated the tone of that Minister Fang perfectly!

Wang Xiaohao's eyes lit up immediately, and he realized: "Yes! The reviewer said that my movie slandered and vilified the people of my hometown."

But if my hometown could just give me some feedback, proving that I didn't portray anything negative, wouldn't that solve the review problem even more easily?

Of course, Wang Xiaohao also knew that the official feedback from his hometown was just a way to save face for the reviewers.

The one who truly played the key role was Fang Bu.

Otherwise, if you encounter an unreasonable reviewer, someone might say, "Are you trying to teach me how to do things?" and they can still make you feel like you're dying.

People will stop criticizing your hometown people and start finding other faults with you, which you can't escape!

Wang Xiaohao could only say to Zhen Liang, "You've really worked hard this time!"

Zhen Liang said irritably, "I've suffered a huge loss this time; my biggest asset is gone..."

Despite this, she still earned quite a bit through "Beautiful Legend".

To put it bluntly, she's quite well-known internationally now.

If you go out and say you're the female lead in "Beautiful Legend," you won't be seen as some nobody!

In addition, they have established connections with the European fashion scene and international brands.

Actually, Zhen Liang earns quite a lot!

On the contrary, the longer her relationship drags on, the less valuable it becomes!

After all, they've wanted to distance themselves from her for a long time!

After this problem was solved, the movie could finally be released.

Wang Xiaohao suddenly realized that the film industry was not suitable for in-depth and meticulous work.

This is especially true for someone like me who comes from an ordinary background and has no connections!

No wonder the film industry in my previous life got worse and worse. The reason is that most people are not suitable for working hard in this industry. Everyone just wants to make quick money, which almost killed the industry!

Wang Xiaohao pondered that he had already earned tens of millions from "Beautiful Legend".

It's time to think about other investment channels!

Unfortunately, he didn't manage to latch onto the coattails of a rich and beautiful woman like Jin Ningxin.

All I can do is try to invest and work hard to earn more money for myself!

With the final obstacle overcome, news of Wang Xiaohao winning the César Award for Best New Director soon appeared in many newspapers and news websites.

And it reignited the buzz about Zhen Liang being called an "Oriental Goddess" at the César Awards.