When the students being interviewed saw that the so-called investor was Wang Shu, they were all shocked.
They hadn't expected Wang Shu to venture into the film and television industry in addition to singing and songwriting.
Most importantly, he was very familiar with their senior, Zhang Yimou.
"The girl next to Wang Shu is so beautiful!"
"Yeah, she really looks like a fairy!"
"Is she from our school? I don't think I've ever seen anyone this beautiful!"
"Definitely not, she's probably from the Central Academy of Drama."
Many of the male students being interviewed couldn't help but discuss when they saw Jiang Jianjia standing next to Wang Shu.
This was because Jiang Jianjia was indeed beautiful, especially with her ethereal and transcendent aura.
Just standing there made it difficult for people not to notice her.
"I believe everyone has watched the recently released 'Soldiers Sortie,' right?"
Zhang Yimou said directly.
"We have, I almost prepared to enlist!"
"I've watched it too, it's really good, especially beautiful!"
"Agreed!"
Many of the students being interviewed expressed familiarity upon hearing the name "Soldiers Sortie."
After all, every young man had a dream of military service in his heart.
Therefore, they were very fond of this show.
"This show was personally written by Mr. Wang Shu, and I was the director. Furthermore, our show received support from the military!"
Zhang Yimou introduced directly.
"Director, is the drama we are interviewing for today also written by Mr. Wang Shu?"
A student couldn't help but ask curiously at this moment.
"That's right, this drama was created by Mr. Wang Shu. After reading it, I was captivated by the story."
Zhang Yimou replied directly.
"Alright, everyone, please line up. Let's save time and start the interviews!"
Zhang Yimou said directly, and then sat down at a table with Wang Shu.
Afterward, the actors one by one came forward to fight for the roles they wanted to play.
"Director Zhang, Mr. Wang, hello, my name is..."
As the auditionees displayed themselves one by one, Wang Shu became serious.
Among these interviewed students, there were no shortage of excellent actors.
Of course, there were also those who were just there to join in the fun.
Even so, Wang Shu found several very suitable actors among them.
Tang Yu Xiaobao, Anu, and Liu Jinyuan all found very suitable actors.
Wang Shu immediately saved their contact information and kept these three after the audition process ended.
"The three of you fit the image of three characters in my drama, which is why I kept you. Are you willing to participate?"
Wang Shu said directly and frankly to the two men and one woman in front of him.
"I agree!"
The three said in unison.
This was because for film academy students, although they were professionally trained, many of them found it difficult to enter the entertainment industry after graduation.
This was reality. Only those with family connections or strong resources could easily enter the acting world and play leading roles before even graduating.
Therefore, when Wang Shu expressed his desire to invite them to join this play, they were extremely excited.
They nodded in agreement without a second thought.
For them, being invited to act in a play was already a great surprise, and they would have been very willing even if it were just a minor role.
"Good, what year are you all in? Do you have time to participate in the filming?"
Wang Shu was very happy to hear their answers, but then continued to ask.
"We are all in our fourth year. After our graduation play, we will be leaving school for internships!"
The three said, looking at each other.
"That's great, then we will have plenty of sufficient time."
Zhang Yimou couldn't help but say excitedly.
He understood Wang Shu's personality very well. The fact that Wang Shu returned so quickly indicated how much importance Wang Shu attached to the filming of 'Legend of Sword and Fairy.'
Now that he was personally involved in casting, the filming would likely begin soon.
"Alright, next you will discuss the specific cooperation matters with Director Zhang. I'll find a place to rest for a while."
Wang Shu then intended to get up and leave to find a hotel to rest.
"Boss, we haven't decided on the male and female leads yet!"
Zhang Yimou suddenly realized and asked Wang Shu.
During the interview, many people had directly chosen the roles of Li Xiaoyao and Zhao Ling'er.
However, without exception, Wang Shu didn't even give them a second glance.
So he was curious, who would Wang Shu choose to play these two roles?
"These two roles, aren't they already available?"
Wang Shu said with a smile, looking at Zhang Yimou.
"Available? What do you mean?"
Zhang Yimou was stunned, not understanding Wang Shu's meaning.
"He has already convinced me to play the female lead!"
Jiang Jianjia, who was standing beside him, chimed in at this moment.
"So, Miss Jiang will be playing Zhao Ling'er. That's excellent!"
After hearing Jiang Jianjia's words, Zhang Yimou's eyes lit up instantly.
He looked at Jiang Jianjia and had to admit that her aura was indeed very fitting for Zhao Ling'er.
She had an ethereal beauty, like a young girl inexperienced in the ways of the world.
"Then for the male lead, could it be you, Boss?"
Zhang Yimou guessed, looking at Wang Shu.
Wang Shu smiled at Zhang Yimou without directly answering.
"Jiang Jianjia, are you leaving? I'll treat you."
Wang Shu said directly to Jiang Jianjia.
Jiang Jianjia could only lower her head and leave with Wang Shu.
After the two left, Zhang Yimou looked at their retreating figures.
He couldn't help but sigh to himself.
"They really do look like Li Xiaoyao and Zhao Ling'er!"
Zhang Yimou muttered to himself.
"Director Zhang, we are still here!"
At this moment, the three students from earlier couldn't help but remind him awkwardly.
"Oh, oh, I almost forgot. Come, let me register your information one by one!"
...
A few days later, Zhang Yimou, Wang Shu, and others returned to Long Island Film City.
Since this was a costume fantasy drama, the first thing Wang Shu did upon returning to the film city was to find Wang Shicong.
Last time, with the help of this young master, he had saved a lot of money while filming 'Soldiers Sortie.'
He had found such a generous patron in Long Island Film City, so why wouldn't he take advantage of it?
Upon receiving Wang Shu's call, Wang Shicong immediately drove a luxury car to Wang Shu's company.
"Your company is so run-down?"
Wang Shicong said to Wang Shu as soon as he got out of the car.
"Young Master Wang, what are you saying? I just believe in spending money where it's most needed!"
Wang Shu said with a smile.