novelraw Chapter 50 Casting for "Si Teng"
Chapter 50 Casting for "Si Teng"
As the year draws to a close, with the support of three blockbuster projects in Tanglou, Coolcat's Hangzhou division has already exceeded its targets.
Therefore, everyone can enjoy a relaxed and happy new year.
The project for "Sito" was therefore no longer in such a hurry.
Shen Yan's idea was to put the project on the next year. We can't exhaust the resources we have this year. If the performance is so good this year, what about next year?
KuMiao Video's performance this year has been phenomenal, so Shen Yan has started preparing for his year-end performance review, wanting to make a good impression at the group's headquarters.
This period also provided an opportunity for Li Muge to scout locations in various places and prepare related costumes and props.
As for the lead actor, Jing Tian is currently in Hollywood filming "Kong: Skull Island".
However, Jing Tian's role in this drama is very small, and he will be back soon.
During this period, Tang Lou and Jing Tian maintained contact.
"Mr. Tang, I suddenly regret taking this role in 'Kong: Skull Island.' My part is too small; I'll probably just be a background character when it's released. A 'sob' meme."
Tang Lou himself didn't really recommend Jing Tian participate in this play, saying quite bluntly:
"It's one thing that she has few scenes, but the key issue is that her makeup and styling are ugly. I suspect that the 'Kong: Skull Island' crew did it on purpose, or that they just don't understand aesthetics. They made our goddess Princess Jing look like this."
"But it's okay, once our 'Sito' airs, you'll be a walking 'human beauty,' guaranteed to amaze everyone. A sophisticated and elegant meme."
Jing Tian quickly replied:
"Mr. Tang, you really don't hold back. However, what you said makes a lot of sense. It's unlikely that, just as you predicted, after the release of 'Kong: Skull Island,' my reputation won't improve and I'll be ridiculed by the public."
Through their interactions over this period, Jing Tian had long since come to realize Tang Lou's terrifying judgment and foresight.
Tang Lou thought for a moment and comforted him:
"Although this show may not have much of a future, and might even be a hindrance, it can at least give you some experience and lay the groundwork for your future film career in Hollywood."
In fact, it was this series that provided Jing Tian with international production experience for his later film, Pacific Rim 2, so it was ultimately a worthwhile experience.
Jing Tian rarely encounters someone like Tang Lou, who is of similar age yet full of wisdom and insight. She can gain a lot of advice and suggestions from Tang Lou, who is like a life mentor.
At the same time, she could feel the resonance and joys and sorrows of her peers through Tang Lou, which made her have a very good impression of Tang Lou.
"Thank you for your kind words. To be honest, filming abroad these past few days has been quite depressing and lonely. Hollywood is still very xenophobic, and the language barrier is also a challenge. I'm starting to miss life back home."
These days, after filming, Jing Tian chats with Tang Lou to relieve stress.
"Xiaotian, the eighty-odd cheongsams that I asked Director Li Muge to find for you are almost ready. When you return to China, I'll have you try them on one by one."
Jing Tian was so tired of looking at her "country girl" look these days that she suddenly perked up when she heard that Tang Lou had prepared more than eighty beautiful cheongsams.
"Okay, I'll come find you as soon as I get back to China. Then you can take a look at everything for me. (A lewd emoji)"
Tang Lou was also looking forward to the day when Jing Tian would try on the cheongsam.
With the director and lead actors secured, Tanglou is now preparing to start casting the remaining actors.
Overall, "Si Teng" is a typical low-budget web series, so there aren't many characters.
However, quite a few characters from this drama have become popular.
Besides Jing Tian's unprecedented popularity, the male lead Qin Fang, and supporting characters Qiu Shan, Yan Furui, and Shen Yindeng are also quite popular.
After reviewing the various roles, Tang Lou decided to stick to the original formula.
Besides the role of Shen Yindeng, Tang Lou thought about it and decided to collaborate with Zheng Shuang once.
Although Shen Yindeng is a supporting character, she is still very popular. Perhaps for Zheng Shuang now, the amount of screen time is a bit too little, and it doesn't seem to match her status.
However, this is Tang Lou's attempt to tame Zheng Shuang. If she can accept the role and listen to him, then he might be able to save her later.
In her previous life, Zheng Shuang was seen as a white moonlight who made a mistake in many people's hearts. Her subsequent actions were indeed deserving of death. However, before falling into the abyss, she still had many fans and extremely high popularity.
Tanglou wouldn't mind making use of it.
If Zheng Shuang could be cast in this drama, it would significantly enhance the cast of "Si Teng".
Tang Lou called Zheng Shuang directly.
"Brother Lou, have you missed me?"
Zheng Shuang spoke ambiguously over the phone.
Tang Lou smiled and said directly:
"Didn't you always want me to work with you? I have a drama that's about to start filming, and there's a role I'd like you to consider."
"However, this time it's a low-budget drama. The director is an unknown person, the female lead is Jing Tian, and the male lead is Zhang Bingbing."
Zheng Shuang never expected that Tang Lou had come to seek cooperation with her.
Zheng Shuang greatly admired and trusted Tang Lou's judgment. Moreover, the female lead in this drama was Jing Tian. Although Jing Tian was not as famous as herself, she had resources, so working with her would be a good opportunity.
However, the director and male lead of this drama were a bit lacking.
However, considering that it was produced by Tanglou and was also the first web series of the new year for KuMiao Video, Zheng Shuang was still somewhat tempted.
"And what about the pay?"
Besides the role and script, Zheng Shuang's most important thing is her salary. Although she likes the lecherous Tang Lou character, money is her bottom line.
Since Tang Lou has used Zheng Shuang's fame and influence, there will naturally be no deduction in the film fee. After all, it's all the group's money. All he needs to do is reasonably persuade Shen Yan.
"Your salary is definitely commensurate with your worth, so you don't need to worry about that."
"I can guarantee that this will definitely be a breakout role that will greatly enrich your resume."
"With this collaboration, we can still work together more deeply in the future if there is an opportunity. It's not impossible for us to create a drama with you as the female lead."
Tang Lou started making empty promises, but of course, everything still depends on Zheng Shuang's subsequent performance.
After thinking about it, Zheng Shuang finally agreed. Besides the payment, she also wanted to work more closely and cooperate more deeply with Tang Lou.
"Now that we've settled on work, Mr. Tang, would you be interested in doing some exercise together?"
I'm single again now.
Tang Lou thought about Zheng Shuang's request. If he wanted to completely conquer this crazy beauty, he would have to push her bottom line.
"Put on some makeup, and let's meet in the fitting room at the mall."
"Wait for me in the Uniqlo fitting room at Wanda Plaza."
Fortunately, he doesn't have too many other things to do lately, so he can vent his frustrations on Zheng Shuang.