Wang Jianzhong had no choice but to call Jiang Ling for help.
Upon hearing this, Jiang Ling rushed from Modu to Hengdian and reshot the scene. Only then did Wang Jianzhong breathe a sigh of relief.
"Xiao Jiang, I really owe you for saving the day this time. Otherwise, who knows how long this drama would have been delayed."
Wang Jianzhong invited Jiang Ling to the most luxurious restaurant near Hengdian and thanked her with a toast.
Jiang Ling smiled and clinked glasses with him. "Director Wang, you are too kind. This was my scene anyway, and I was worried that without this part, Zhao Hede's character wouldn't be complete."
As they ate and chatted, Wang Jianzhong suddenly asked, "Xiao Jiang, you terminated your contract with Huohua Media. Have you signed with a new agency?"
Jiang Ling shook her head. "No!"
Wang Jianzhong picked up a piece of steamed grouper and slowly ate it. "Your acting is superb, not only among the younger generation but also among the older established actors, few can match you. With your looks and acting skills, plus the previous buzz, I believe it won't be long before your phone is ringing off the hook with calls from major agencies. I've been in this industry for so many years, and I know quite a bit about its intricacies. If you want to find an agency to affiliate with, I can recommend a few."
He was someone who appreciated talent and knew Jiang Ling's potential.
The reason Jiang Ling hadn't received calls from major companies yet was partly because Tianshan Tong Lao was a supporting role. Although the character was outstanding, her significance wasn't substantial enough.
Another reason was that Jiang Ling had too many negative rumors and had previously acted in too many bad films, leaving many viewers with psychological trauma.
Major agencies feared that Jiang Ling's acting as Tianshan Tong Lao would be a mere flash in the pan, so they hesitated to make a move.
However, once "Mother of All Queens" was released and Zhao Hede's character was showcased on screen,
The general audience would watch for entertainment, but the industry insiders and agencies would see the substance. They would surely recognize her potential and immense commercial value.
At that time, it would be odd if she and her agent, Sister Sa, didn't have their phones bombarded.
Jiang Ling listened and frowned, remaining silent for a long time.
Wang Jianzhong, sensing her concerns, said, "I know that artists who debut as traffic influencers, due to their lack of solid skills, can only be controlled by their agencies and sign exploitative contracts. You were promoted as a top-tier traffic star by Huohua Media, and you might have endured a lot of mistreatment in private. But the agencies I recommend are not like Huohua Media. They are legitimate players in this industry. With your skills, you would surely be prioritized."
With that, Wang Jianzhong recommended agencies he was familiar with and deemed reliable to Jiang Ling.
In the entertainment industry of Long Guo in this parallel universe, there were five top-tier agencies.
These five companies were Huiyao, Miaofeng, Liuyun, Huohua, Zhuyue, and Feixing.
Among them, Huiyao was the strongest, being the industry's leading giant.
The other five were comparable, each with its own strengths and different focuses.
Wang Jianzhong recommended two companies to Jiang Ling: Miaofeng and Liuyun.
Miaofeng was backed by a capital giant and possessed immense financial resources, making substantial investments. In recent years, they had produced a series of high-quality commercial films, achieving excellent box office and critical acclaim.
What was even more remarkable was that the capital behind this company all came from the traditional energy industry, such as coal.
Rich coal bosses liked to produce movies and TV dramas, and their investments were substantial, a fact known both inside and outside the industry.