The coffee shop is near the tvN building. There are not many high-end people and the environment is very quiet. At first glance, it looks like a place suitable for middle-to-high-end people to talk.
Originally, Chi Jingyuan thought that as a junior, he would come and wait in advance, so he arrived fifteen minutes earlier than the agreed time. Unexpectedly, when he entered the coffee shop, he immediately saw Yin Xialin sitting in the corner, and the person next to him.
A middle-aged woman.
Coming so early?
Before Chi Jingyuan could speak, Yin Xialin stood up and waved to him:
"Jingyuan, this way..."
"Brother, I'm so sorry..." Chi Jingyuan smiled at him, strode over, nodded slightly, and expressed his apology.
"We came a little early, please sit down quickly, and Jaehyun, please sit down."
This guy didn't mind at all, he waved his hand and warmly greeted Chi Jingyuan and Park Jae-hyun to sit down.
Yin Xialin is a gentle middle-aged man in his forties who looks chubby. He is very careful in doing things, but has a relatively easy-going personality. When he was on the set, he got along well with most people and was relatively capable. Chi Jingyuan was very fond of him.
He had a pretty good impression.
…
Then he took the initiative to call the waiter over and asked Chi Jingyuan to order a cup of coffee each. While the coffee was being made, he introduced the protagonist of this meeting: "This is Jingyuan Xi. There should not be many people in the peninsula now.
You know him... he is really a very good young man. Not to mention other fields, in terms of actors, among the younger generation of actors born in the 1990s, he now belongs to him."
Yin Xialin obviously has a good relationship with Chi Jingyuan. He used some exaggerated words in his introduction and spoke in an ups and downs, almost as if he was complimenting him. Even Chi Jingyuan felt that it was a bit excessive.
But these are actually all nonsense... Since the other party is looking for someone to ask her to meet, there is no way she doesn't know this.
"This is Li Jixixi, one of the people in charge of film and television content on Netflix Peninsula, and also a director of the company. She is currently responsible for the selection and production of TV series content..."
"Director Li nim..." Chi Jingyuan was just about to say hello according to the etiquette of the peninsula, but was interrupted before he could finish speaking.
"Just call me Gisele,"
Li Zhixi interrupted her, her tone slightly aggravated, and she seemed a bit forceful.
It seems that this sister prefers her English name to her Korean name.
"..."
Chi Jingyuan paused for a moment, but did not refuse. He followed the good advice, but his impression of her was slightly diminished in his heart.
Li Zhixi is probably in his thirties, which is considered very young according to the age of a company director. He is not tall, and although his facial features are OK, his pair of single-lidded triangular eyes seriously affects the overall look.
Her thin lips make her look a bit mean. Coupled with the serious aura deliberately created on her body, her whole person exudes an aura that is not easy to get in touch with.
But it does have the feeling of a strong working woman.
After the coffee was served, they exchanged a few pleasantries. Seeing that everyone was almost acquainted with each other, Yin Xialin stood up and asked to go out for a cigarette to make room.
If he is here, it may affect some of Chi Jingyuan's judgments. He is just an introducer, and they have nothing to do with him after they meet.
In fact, compared to Li Zhixi, he has a better relationship with Chi Jingyuan. He also knows some of his background and has the idea of getting close to each other.
As soon as Yin Xialin left, Li Zhixi stirred the coffee with a spoon and asked in a stiff voice: "I heard that Jingyuanxi used to go to school in LA and didn't he usually use an English name?"
"Of course..." Chi Jingyuan smiled: "But now I'm used to using the name Peninsula, and by the way, I also have a stage name."
Hearing this, Li Zhixi paused, and the smile on her face seemed to froze for a moment. She put down her spoon, stopped talking, and said straight to the point: "The main reason for meeting with Jingyuan Xi this time is to discuss cooperation."
"It's an honor."
Chi Jingyuan nodded and said casually: "But why not directly initiate an invitation with my agency?"
"I heard that most of the film and television invitations sent to SM have no response." Li Jixi pursed her lips. "We happen to be discussing cooperation with tvN. Xia Linxi and I also know each other, so I asked him to ask you to meet."
As for what she said about 'cooperating' with tvN, Ji Jingyuan was very clear. The discussion was about purchasing the broadcast rights of the TV series. In addition, the focus was on Kim Eun-sook's new work. Netflix really wanted to get that new work.
First broadcast rights.
Chi Jingyuan had heard about it from both Yin Xialin and Jin Eunsook.
It's just...according to their tone, rather than talking about cooperation, it's more like Netflix begging to buy it.
"I think Jingyuan Xi must have some knowledge of our Netflix..."
After seeing Chi Jingyuan nod, Li Zhixi continued: "Since entering the Asian market last year, we have made great progress in market expansion in various countries. So far, we have acquired more than one hundred film and television dramas.
Last year, we invested US$50 million to secretly shoot the movie "Okja" for director Bong Joon-ho..."
Li Zhixi kept talking about Netflix's strength and development. Looking at the serious and proud expression on her face, Chi Jingyuan could only secretly sigh at the shamelessness of these business people.
The other party should know that he definitely understands Netflix's situation on the peninsula, but he can still brag so openly in front of him. This skill is indeed extraordinary.
But it's not all she said... "Okja" has indeed received a lot of attention after the news spread. After all, Bong Joon-ho's status in the hearts of peninsula people is still very high.
But so far, Netflix’s only successful work is “Okja”.
"...So the head office is very confident in developing the peninsula market, and it also has this strength, and most importantly, the vigorous development of streaming media in the fields of music, film and television, etc. proves that streaming media platforms surpass and replace traditional broadcasting platforms.
It is a destined trend..."
Immediately afterwards, she began to introduce the development of streaming media, talking about the bright future of streaming media and the advantages of the Netflix platform.
But it is true that although he feels that "surpassing and replacing" is a bit excessive, Chi Jingyuan also believes that streaming media is an important trend in the future.
"After years of steady development, Jingyuanxi has produced several very popular and influential works. Especially the recent "Goblin" has reached an unprecedented height and has been at the top of tvN for decades since its launch.
, coupled with your idol status, which comes with loyal fans and popularity, after our market research, you can already be said to be the most marketable person among male actors in the field of TV series."
"And if we use Netflix's platform and resources, it will be a strong alliance..."
After blowing on the platform, she started blowing on Chi Jingyuan again, and her face that had been looking a little stiff before showed a smile.
But paired with her triangular eyes, it looks a little awkward.
And even though she was praising herself, Chi Jingyuan still vaguely heard some "condescending" atmosphere from the other party's tone, which was a kind of innate sense of superiority that the platform has when facing an actor or artist.
It feels like 'we seek cooperation with you because we flatter you and think highly of you'.
He didn't know if he was too sensitive. After all, they had specifically asked someone to find him for cooperation and had gone through detailed market research. It was obvious that they were very optimistic about him and wanted to cooperate with him. There was no need to offend him with his words or tone.
.
Then... maybe it's because this sister always talks like this.
However, although this 'Giselle' is not pleasant in appearance or way of speaking, she does still have a few brushes. According to her, Netflix is now powerful and has very good development prospects. It is destined to surpass the local TV stations in Peninsula and them.
Cooperation is a sign of recognition, and it is also an honor. If you don't get on the bus now, it will be too late.
Even Chi Jingyuan, who knew the inside story very well, was aroused by her advocacy.
After talking about a lot of preludes, she finally came to the main topic: "...after the success of "Okja", we decided to start filming our first self-made TV series. This time we wanted to invite Jing Yuanxi to play the leading role...
It hasn’t been broadcast yet, how do you know it’s successful?
Scoffing in his heart, Chi Jingyuan ignored her exaggeration and asked directly: "Is there a script?"
"...This is it."
Li Zhixi, who originally wanted to brag about his treatment, was stunned when he heard this. He seemed a little surprised by Chi Jingyuan's calmness and directness to the topic, but he quickly took out a document from the bag next to him and handed it over: "This is what we passed through
The team made various evaluations and found a script with great potential, which tells the story of..."
Ignoring her introduction, Chi Jingyuan lowered his head and opened the script and started reading.
"My Only Love Song"
This is the name of this script, which is quite romantic.
He just looked at the author's name first, and then briefly browsed the content and character settings. After summarizing the plot, he immediately felt a little bit amused.
Just now, I heard Li Zhixi brag about the development and prospects of Netflix for so long. From her tone, I felt that Netflix has such rich resources, strong strength, and confidence.
Just by looking at this script, I feel like it’s a bit revealing. Chi Jingyuan has already had his own set of experience in choosing scripts over the years. At this time, looking at this script from his perspective, he doesn’t need the help of senior Yoona.
If he gives directions, he can roughly tell the level of the script.
Just looking at the setting, it seems to have no bright spots or prospects. If it were placed on those TV stations, it would only be some selected second- and third-tier projects.
Well, after working on it for a long time, Netflix's first self-produced drama was eagerly awaited and full of confidence. However, it turned out that it couldn't even get A-level scripts and plans from the TV station, so it could only come up with this kind of parallel import.
Chi Jingyuan was speechless for a moment,
It's so hyped up, but in the film and television area, if the content isn't done well, it's all false.