Tang Xiao has been working hard in the industry for many years and has participated in more film and television production projects than he can count.
Even so, when I heard the number two hundred and thirty-six episodes, I was still shocked.
He quickly grabbed Xiao Qian's hand, his eyes almost popping out of his head.
"No, Xiao Qian, you can't play tricks on me? What's going on in these two hundred and thirty-six episodes?"
Xiao Qian pouted, showing disdain.
"What's wrong with two hundred and thirty-six episodes? Do you know that there is a TV series that took twenty-two years to film? Do you want to try it?"
He was thinking about whether to show "Pastoral Diary" to scare Tang Xiao.
Tang Xiao's big head shook like a rattle.
"Do I care about the number of episodes? What I care about is this."
He opened the contract and pointed at the terms, his eyes turned red.
This time, in order to win the TV series produced by Xiao Qian, Xiangnan TV spent a lot of money. The price they gave was as much as 100,000 yuan per episode. In addition, they also paid 25% of the advertising.
income.
This price is unique across the country.
Shonan TV Station originally thought that it would cost them several million in exchange for this instant success.
But good guy, Xiao Qian actually said that the new drama has 236 episodes. One episode costs 100,000 yuan, that’s...
Twenty-three million six hundred thousand.
Without even going back to ask for instructions, Tang Xiao knew that this price was impossible to pass.
Shonan TV station cannot afford such a huge sum of money, and the superiors will not approve it.
Knowing this, Tang Xiao was completely confused.
"Xiao Qian, if you have any objections to our Xiangnan TV station, just say it directly. There is no need to play tricks on your Uncle Tang. It's not easy for me to come all the way here."
Xiao Qian also scratched his head.
He could actually understand the difficulty Tang Xiao mentioned.
To be honest, the capital of all TV stations in this era is very average. He has produced so many dramas that it is normal that Shonan TV Station cannot handle them.
But this drama is very classic and is guaranteed to be a big hit. Xiao Qian only feels it is a pity if it is not released.
The two sides were at a standstill, but someone else came up with a solution.
Over there, Ning Han is already reading the script.
He was selected by Xiao Qian as the director of the new play, so he must understand the plot.
After looking at it for a while, he heard the discussion between Xiao Qian and Tang Xiao. Ning Han tried to say: "Mr. Xiao, Director Tang, how about we take a compromise approach?"
Xiao Qian and Tang Xiao looked over, waiting for the answer.
Ning Han pointed to the script and said: "Although this drama has two hundred and thirty-six episodes, the story is divided into several units. In other words, the plot is not coherent, but independent. In this way
, can we shoot part of it first and broadcast it to see how it goes? If the audience likes it and the TV series becomes popular, can we just continue filming it?"
"Hey, this is a good idea."
Xiao Qian's eyes lit up and she realized that this method was good.
Tang Xiao's side is similar.
"If that's the case, there won't be any problem."
If you buy the two hundred and thirty-six episodes in one go, Shonan Satellite TV can't afford it. But if you buy some of the units, the number of episodes will be greatly reduced, almost like an ordinary TV series.
The compromise plan proposed by Ning Han was acceptable to both parties, so Xiao Qian and Tang Xiao studied it together and finally decided to shoot the first ten units of the new play first.
The first ten units total 51 episodes, and Shonan TV Station will need to spend a total of 5.1 million, which is still within the acceptable range.
If the response is not good after it is broadcast, Shonan TV Station will be able to stop losses in time.
Xiao Qian didn't have this worry, because he knew that it was impossible for this drama not to be popular. The influence of this drama in his previous life was so great that it lasted for many years.
Tang Xiao thought he was smart, but he didn't know that if he did this, after the first ten units were filmed and broadcast, if he wanted to eat the remaining parts, the price would not be the same.
Xiao Qian can completely wait for the price and sell it, and the benefits he can obtain will only be greater.
After the cooperation matters are discussed, the TV series project will be officially approved.
"Mr. Xiao, what are your requirements for the casting of this play?"
Ning Han is very clear about his position and does not exceed the rules. Xiao Qian's two dramas were very popular, which is enough to prove his ability and vision.
Compared with him, Ning Han knew very well that he was still just a newcomer. At this time, the opportunity was rare, and being able to study carefully with Dana was more important than anything else.
Sure enough, Xiao Qian had already thought about it.
"I only have a few requests. The role of Zhan Zhao should be played by Shen Jue. Gongsun Ce asked Li Xiaohan to play, Dynasty would be Yang Zhen, Ma Han would be Yang Yue, and Zhang Long would be Xu Tiezheng. Well, the role of Chen Shimei has to be outstanding.
The actor must be handsome and have the temperament of a pretty boy, so let’s leave it to Chen Shuai. For the rest of the roles, our company doesn’t have suitable actors, so we’ll cast them overseas.”
That's right, the 236-episode drama that Xiao Qian decided to create was none other than the long-lasting "Bao Qingtian" that was popular all over the country in its previous life.
To talk about how popular this drama was in its previous life, let’s ask the children of that era, who didn’t dream of becoming Zhan Zhao?
When Shen Jue and others approached Xiao Qian and expressed their desire to act, Xiao Qian immediately thought of this drama.
He found that this play was very suitable.
First of all, this drama is long enough, with more than 200 episodes taking at least two or three years to film.
In the past two or three years, the focus of his work will definitely be on music, so it is foreseeable that he will neglect film and television.
However, the popularity of Shen Jue, Li Xiaohan, Zhou Bujie and others was hard-earned, and they cannot be allowed to slowly grow colder.
Then arrange a long play, which will keep them busy for a longer time and give Xiao Qian time.
Secondly, "Bao Qingtian" is so popular that you don't want it to be popular.
Once this drama is released, it is conceivable that the revenue it can bring to Starlight Entertainment will be huge.
With these two reasons, how could Xiao Qian let this drama go?
There is no doubt that Shen Jue will play the role of Zhan Zhao.
This ridiculously handsome guy is destined to be an idol-level actor. As long as he is able to be handsome and have a good look, there is absolutely no problem in leaving it to him.
Li Xiaohan's appearance is not outstanding enough and he is aging prematurely. He can put on makeup to play the slightly mature Gongsun Ce, which is just right.
Brothers Yang Zhen and Yang Yue's acting skills are not yet mature enough to handle a drama alone, but they can still play supporting roles. With the training of actual combat, they will be able to grow faster.
In addition, Xiao Qian had other ideas as to why he chose to produce "Bao Qingtian".
This TV series is actually a costume action drama. He wanted to use this drama to help brothers Yang Zhen and Yang Yue begin to accept their position as action actors.
Xiao Qian has already decided that he will be responsible for the action direction of this film himself, and the specific design will be left to the Yang brothers. This way, if they go to film again in the future, they will not have no idea where to start.
As for Xu Tiezheng, this kid has been pestering Xiao Qian, like a resentful woman.
Although she knew his future achievements, Xu Tiezheng really had no bright spots at this time. After much deliberation, Xiao Qian decided to let Xu Tiezheng start from the basics first.
Grow step by step, although you can't become famous instantly, but at least you are on a steady path.
Chen Shuai is also an actor that Xiao Qian focuses on training.
This girl has a feminine beauty and a natural sense of tragedy. She is definitely the perfect choice for the male lead in a romantic drama.
With such an image, it would be a pity not to play Chen Shimei.
These people have made arrangements, but Starlight Entertainment does not have suitable actors for the most important male protagonist Bao Zheng. There are a bunch of young people here, all handsome and beautiful, but they cannot play the majestic and solemn Bao Zheng.
But it’s not difficult to find the actor who plays Bao Zheng.
Xiao Qian showed up at the show. This time he didn't go to the classroom, but to the office.
"Hey, isn't this Xiao Qian? Why, now that you've learned enough, you still want to teach students?"
He faced a dark, fat man who was tall but had a mellow and powerful voice. He stretched out his arms and gave Xiao Qian a bear hug, almost strangling Xiao Qian to death.
"Uncle Wei, be gentle, be gentle, don't harm the flowers of the motherland."
This fat man's name is Wei Chaoqun, a senior teacher in the Department of Acting at Shanghai Theater Academy. Many of his students are now active in the entertainment industry, and they are all over the world.
In Xiao Qian's mind, he is the actor who plays Bao Zheng.
"Uncle Wei, you have been teaching others to act. Have you ever thought about acting yourself?"
Wei Chaoqun was quite surprised.
"I act? Hey, forget it, I'm already this age, why should I act?"
He clearly understands his own conditions.
Today's entertainment industry loves handsome guys and beauties. A fat black guy like him can't do anything except playing an inconspicuous supporting role.
Rather than doing this, it is better to teach in the college with peace of mind.
But how could Xiao Qian let him go?
"Uncle Wei, this time I asked you to play the leading role."
