These past two days.
"Journey to the West" has been continuously trending.
As the plot progresses, it has already passed the part where Sun Wukong wreaked havoc in the Heavenly Palace and was suppressed under the Five Elements Mountain by the Tathagata Buddha.
However, the first climax, the havoc in the Heavenly Palace, provided the audience with a cinematic visual feast. The duels between magical powers and Sun Wukong's arrogance on the Lingxiao Palace left the audience cheering for more!
The feeling of wanting more, with overseas viewers even discussing this television series during their tea breaks and after meals.
#Why was Sun Wukong born from a stone?#
#Sun Wukong's Ruyi Jingu Bang can grow and shrink; what is its use besides fighting?#
#If Sun Wukong was willing to be a stable manager in the Heavenly Court, how would he develop?#
It must be said, foreigners, upon their first encounter with Eastern mythology, have their imaginations ignited. The questions they discuss are very interesting settings, making it hard to know how to answer.
It is precisely because of these discussions that "Journey to the West" has maintained its high popularity.
Domestic Entertainment.
Mango TV and Blueberry TV executives are extremely dejected.
Because these past two days, the viewership ratings of "Journey to the West" have been unstoppable.
From the first day's 8.5% viewership rating, to the second day's 13.7%, it directly broke the television drama viewership record!
The two television dramas they invested heavily in, in the golden time slot, could not even reach a fraction of the opponent's viewership.
"This is too miserable!"
"It's actually quite normal. 'Journey to the West' is an officially promoted television series, and it's also been praised by those big shots in the literary circle. Breaking the viewership record is not surprising to me."
"The summer slot should belong to 'Journey to the West.' Don't talk about male or female audiences; in front of Journey to the West, none of that matters."
"Haha, while Mango TV and Blueberry TV are respectively targeting male and female audiences, 'Journey to the West' has made its grand appearance, declaring: I don't need these superficial things, I want them all!"
"I originally wanted to watch Mango TV's show, but my little mythical beast wants to watch 'Journey to the West,' so I have no choice but to accompany him."
"This shows that 'Journey to the West' is indeed suitable for all ages."
"Even those foreigners are discussing this television series. That darned Jiangnan has truly become famous worldwide this time!"
Jiangnan became famous in Asia with "Chinese Paladin 3," and now, with "Journey to the West" and official endorsement, he has successfully gained recognition in the global film and television circle.
At the same time, it has also promoted Journey to the West culture to a certain extent.
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Kyoto.
A small director exchange meeting.
Everyone here is a peer in the industry and is discussing industry matters.
"I heard Zhang Li is coming today?"
"That should be correct. Director Wu mentioned in the group chat that Zhang Li will be attending this exchange meeting."
"We must toast him a couple of times later. After all, 'Journey to the West' has broken the viewership record."
"Heh heh, what capabilities does Zhang Li have? He's just relying on Jiangnan."
As they were chatting idly, Gu Qianqian overheard their conversation as she passed by. She couldn't help but wave her hand as she walked past them, "Yi, who's eating lemons? So sour..."
After saying that, she giggled and left them with a view of her beautiful back of the head.
The previously lively discussion immediately fell silent.
Everyone's faces showed some awkwardness, especially the person who had just said Zhang Li was only relying on Jiangnan. He let out an unnatural cold snort, "No need to mind her. This Gu Qianqian is also a director from Ting Yu, responsible for filming movies."
Currently, there are two directors with the highest attention in the film and television industry.
Zhang Li and Gu Qianqian.
They have one thing in common: both are exclusive directors of Ting Yu, and they only film for Ting Yu.
Just then.
A commotion erupted at the entrance.
Then, Zhang Li, in formal attire, walked in with a smile.
"Director Zhang!"
"Congratulations, Director Zhang!"
"Director Zhang is amazing, breaking the viewership record!"
"Director Zhang, are you interested in collaborating? We have a very professional team."
Those who had been discussing Zhang Li moments ago immediately changed their expressions and, with fawning looks, crowded around him.
"Haha, thank you all for your appreciation." Zhang Li, being an old hand in the industry, handled himself very smoothly.
After dealing with these people.
He saw Gu Qianqian drinking in the corner and quickly walked over.
"Director Gu, you're here quite early."
"Director Zhang, please just call me Qianqian. Calling me Director Gu feels awkward..." Gu Qianqian said with a hint of annoyance.
Strictly speaking, she was a semi-disciple of Zhang Li.
From her very first drama, Zhang Li had guided her filming and brought her into the industry.
Although it was arranged by Su Yu, Zhang Li had always wholeheartedly mentored her, so Gu Qianqian had her own respect for Zhang Li.
"Alright, but your achievements are already very high now, even comparable to the old hands in the circle," Zhang Li said with a smile.
Although Gu Qianqian was young, the several films she had directed were all big hits. Some directors never achieved the success of even one of her works in their lifetime.
"Didn't you hear everyone saying we're relying on Jiangnan?" Gu Qianqian teased, taking a sip of her juice.
"So what if we rely on Jiangnan? Ask them if they are willing. If they had this opportunity, they would probably scramble for it," Zhang Li said, taking a cocktail from a passing waiter's tray and sipping it leisurely.
He had a clear perspective. The director profession was simple. Television dramas were judged by viewership ratings, and films by box office. Regardless of what they relied on, the outcome was that their produced works had broken records in viewership and box office.
These were their tangible achievements.
"I've learned a lot," Gu Qianqian nodded.
As they were chatting, a middle-aged man wearing a black suit and gold-rimmed glasses walked over.
"Director Zhang, Director Gu, hello." His speech carried a strong accent, and he appeared very polite.
"Who are you?" Zhang Li pondered, he didn't recall knowing this person.
"My name is Kudo Taka, I am a director from Japan. I've come to find you two to request an introduction to Teacher Jiangnan."
Gu Qianqian raised an eyebrow, no wonder his accent was so heavy; he was Japanese.
However, seeing that he was communicating with her in Mandarin, she didn't outright refuse.
"What do you need from Jiangnan?" she asked curiously.
At this moment, Zhang Li, being sensible, did not speak but stood beside Gu Qianqian, quietly observing Kudo Taka.
Kudo Taka was clearly taken aback, then surprised internally. Zhang Li had already ascended to the ranks of top directors because of "Journey to the West," but based on his observation, it was clearly Gu Qianqian who held the dominant position between Zhang Li and her.
"Director Gu, we have a film festival in September. Many well-known directors choose to release their films this month. We are looking for Teacher Jiangnan this time to collaborate on a film. The film festival not only has director awards but also screenwriting awards. If we win an award, it will be very helpful for Teacher Jiangnan's global recognition."
He explained, then took out his business card and handed it to Gu Qianqian.
After receiving it, she glanced at it, and her beautiful eyes couldn't help but flash.
Nivi Entertainment, Japan.
Wasn't this the company of that Japanese producer when Su Yu participated in "Era Music King"?
Good heavens, they were rivals on the singer's stage, and now they were coming to find Su Yu to collaborate on a film.
What was this all about?
"Does Nivi Entertainment not know that Ting Yu is Jiangnan, or does their beautiful chairwoman want to use this opportunity to get closer to Su Yu?" Gu Qianqian mused in her mind.
Then she looked up at Kudo Taka and said, "I will pass on your message to Jiangnan."
This matter depended entirely on Su Yu's wishes. She couldn't give them a definite answer.
"Then I'll trouble Director Gu. My chairwoman and I will be in China this week. If Teacher Jiangnan is willing, he can contact me anytime."
After saying that, Kudo Taka did not linger further. He politely bid farewell and left.
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