He wasn't sure if Wang Baobao's acting skills could carry the role of Feng Yuxiu, though.
He had just read the script with great seriousness.
In the movie "The Unity of Kung Fu," Feng Yuxiu wasn't the protagonist, but his character was the most memorable.
He was arguably the soul of the film. The main characters could be unremarkable, but the actor playing Feng Yuxiu had to be brilliant.
In Chen Bo's opinion, the "unity of kung fu" should refer to a character like Feng Yuxiu, whose entire focus was on martial arts.
Kung fu is a killing technique, it settles not just disputes, but life and death!
These lines, though only a few words, lingered in Chen Bo's mind, refusing to fade.
Wang Shu, Wang Shu, what is your brain made of?
While both were martial arts action films, this one was completely different in style from the one he shot in Goryeo.
Strictly speaking, this film had a stronger Jianghu flavor.
It depicted a modern-day Jianghu.
Although there were obvious exaggerations in the film, it didn't detract from the excellence of the script.
So, he was eager to start filming this movie.
...
At night, while Wang Shu was frantically working on his manuscript, his phone rang several times.
Wang Shu reluctantly picked up his phone and answered.
"Brother Wang Shu, what are you doing?"
Gong Tao's voice came through the phone.
"Director Gong! What made you think of calling me?"
Wang Shu asked curiously.
"What are you saying? We're comrades-in-arms on the same front now. I have something to discuss with you!"
Gong Tao said with a smile.
"What is it, just tell me over the phone!"
Wang Shu said directly.
"I've recently been nominated as the director of the station, so I plan to focus on nurturing our own artists. I'd like to invite you back as a mentor!"
Gong Tao got straight to the point.
"I might not have the time!"
Wang Shu said directly, as he would be busy with filming for a long time and likely wouldn't have time for variety shows.
"It won't take up too much of your time. We plan to make this a long-term program for our station, just like Hunan TV's 'Good Voice Weekly'."
Gong Tao said directly.
The reason Hunan TV could consistently dominate viewership was its clear positioning.
"Entertainment-driven broadcasting" was Hunan TV's basic principle, so most of its resources were dedicated to variety shows.
Now that Gong Tao had been promoted to director, he had enough power to create a perennial show.
His idea was to create a trainee selection and development program.
This would not only retain loyal viewers long-term but also increase the number of artists for the station.
This way, they wouldn't be constrained by major agencies.
Nor would they find themselves held hostage by companies like Qianyin Group.
"If that's the case, I can consider it. But let's make it clear beforehand, my appearance fee and song creation fees will be calculated separately!"
Wang Shu emphasized directly.
He understood Gong Tao's intention. Gong Tao invited him to be a mentor precisely to allow these trainees to receive his guidance.
And to get some high-quality songs from him for them to perform.
Wang Shu's songs were now highly sought after in the industry.
After all, the two most profitable songs by the Queen He Yue were written by Wang Shu, which demonstrated the terrifying extent of his talent.
"No problem, would I shortchange you? We're practically sworn brothers, aren't we!"
Gong Tao said with a smile.
This meant Wang Shu had accepted his request.
With Wang Shu's participation, his trainee selection program was already half successful.
With Wang Shu's popularity and excellent works, he believed they would be able to launch a few new stars this time.
"Actually, I've already prepared most of the program. I was just waiting for your reply. The auditions are tomorrow afternoon. I'll see you tomorrow afternoon!"
Gong Tao said, then hung up the phone.
"Tomorrow afternoon? So you were just waiting for me?"
Wang Shu looked at the phone, which had already been hung up, with a bewildered expression.
However, the next day, Wang Shu still bought a plane ticket to Hangzhou and went there himself.
...
"You're being really unfair! Arranging everything and then asking for my opinion?"
Gong Tao drove to the airport to pick up Wang Shu.
Once in the car, Wang Shu complained directly.
"I had no choice! But I still have to thank you for understanding. You deserve half the credit for my current position as director!"
Gong Tao said with an awkward smile.
"Yet you haven't given me much benefit!"
Wang Shu said directly.
"We have to take it step by step. I've just taken this position, and we'll have plenty of opportunities in the future!"
Gong Tao said, blushing a little at Wang Shu's words.
After all, his promotion to director was indeed inseparable from Wang Shu.
If it weren't for Wang Shu's help, let alone him, how could Jiangnan TV be so glorious today?
Jiangnan Television was now arrogant wherever it went.
Their old station director was now beaming with joy every day, looking down on other station directors.
Upon arriving at Jiangnan Television, as it was still early for the program recording, Wang Shu took a walk around the station.
"Brother Wang Shu!!"
As Wang Shu was strolling, he suddenly heard a voice calling him.
Turning around, he saw it was the old station director.
"You're still alive and kicking?"
Wang Shu couldn't help but joke.
"You brat, you never say anything nice. Do you want my seat after I die?"
The old station director wasn't angry, he just smiled.
After all, he knew that this young man before him was a benefactor to Jiangnan Television.
Wang Shu was the primary reason for Jiangnan Television's current viewership.
"That would be great, I've wanted to be the station director for a long time, but I've never had the chance."
Wang Shu continued to smile.
"Stop joking. I have a question for you!"
The old station director looked at Wang Shu with a serious expression.
"Please say!"
Wang Shu replied respectfully.
"Have you considered working for the station?"
The old station director asked Wang Shu earnestly.
"Isn't this me working for the station?"
Wang Shu replied with a smile.
"I mean, are you planning to come and work at the station?"
The old station director asked with a smile.
"I wouldn't be able to live on the salary here!"
Wang Shu understood the old station director's intention. The old station director valued talent and wanted to bring him to Jiangnan TV as a senior executive.