207: Chapter 27 Dark Horse

The next day, noon.

The officially released movie rankings were updated again.

First Place: 'the wandering swordsman', production cost 3.5 million, box office: 420 million, producer: Tudi Film City Group.

Second Place: 'crazy stone', production cost 500,000, box office: 380 million, producer: Tongxing Entertainment Company.

Third Place: 'flying heaven', production cost 240 million, box office: 370 million, producer: Tiantian Entertainment Media.

Fourth Place: 'Ring Competition', production cost 110 million, box office: 360 million, producer: Da He Group.

Fifth Place: 'Crazy All the Way', production cost 6 million, box office: 320 million, producer: Wansheng Media Group.

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Xu Jie was furious when he saw this ranking. Being surpassed by Tudi Cinema City was one thing.

Even Tongxing Entertainment Company was riding on his head and shitting.

This was unacceptable to him.

He picked up the phone, first scolded Liu Yi from the Business Department, then Tie Yuanwu.

Finally, he told them to find a way to surpass 'crazy stone'.

After discussion, Tie Yuanwu and Liu Yi came to a conclusion.

Among the top five movies, only 'crazy stone' currently had daily box office receipts that were on par with or even increasing from the previous day, while the other four were declining.

Given this situation, there were only two ways to surpass 'crazy stone'.

First: increase 'flying heaven''s box office.

This point brought up the impact of Tudi Cinema City not allocating screenings for 'flying heaven'. According to Tiantian Media's own estimates,

If Tudi Cinema City had given 'flying heaven' normal screenings since its release, the box office should now be around 550 million.

To increase 'flying heaven''s box office, they had to deal with Tudi Cinema City.

For this, Liu Yi was responsible for the first method, and Tie Yuanwu for the second.

Second: prevent 'crazy stone''s box office from continuing to rise, or slow down its momentum.

However, achieving this was not an easy task.

Tie Yuanwu scratched his head and only thought of one method: hiring internet trolls to smear 'crazy stone' and bring down its reputation and ratings.

At the same time.

Yangcheng, Tudi Cinema City Company.

The National Day holiday was a peak time for movie releases, so there was a lot of work.

Therefore, most of their company's employees were working normally.

Compensatory leave would be arranged after the National Day.

Hu Shou hung up the phone, his brows tightly furrowed.

Liu Yi was truly persistent, having called him multiple times already.

This time, his tone suggested he wouldn't give up until he achieved his goal.

Hu Shou shook his head, picked up the documents on the table, and walked towards the CEO's office.

"Please come in!"

After getting President Yang's permission, he pushed the door open and entered.

"President Yang, this is the box office revenue situation of major cinemas for the first few days of the National Day. Please take a look."

President Yang took the documents and softly said, "Sit."

She quickly flipped through the documents, and a moment later, a pleased expression appeared on her face.

"It seems that giving 'crazy stone' the screenings meant for 'flying heaven' not only didn't affect our revenue but might even lead to a profit."

"Yes, President Yang."

"Although 'crazy stone' is just a small-budget comedy, its reputation is excellent."

"Even in Chengdu, Shancheng, and other southwestern regions, almost every screening is packed, so we even reduced the screening times for other movies."

"It's the true box office dark horse of this National Day holiday."

Hu Shou laughed.

"Oh."

"Well done."

Having received praise, Hu Shou continued, "I guess the boss of Tongxing Entertainment Company originally wanted to firmly capture the audience in the southwestern region."

"As long as he had these audiences, he wouldn't lose money. Unexpectedly, he's making a huge profit now. We estimate this movie's box office will reach around 100 million."

He said, with a hint of regret on his face, "It's just that Miss Yang Mengmeng's screen time in it is too short, just a small supporting role."

When Yang Mengmeng was mentioned, President Yang became animated. She put down her pen and said seriously, "I think it's great. If Mengmeng only wants to be a second-generation rich kid, I can let her live off me for life."

"But if she wants to achieve something without relying on me, she has to start from supporting roles and hone herself."

"When she gets tired of all the fuss and wants to come back to the company, I'll hand the company over to her."

As she spoke, President Yang beamed with happiness, her face full of doting affection.

Hu Shou smiled and exited.

At this moment, Chen Shaoping and Wang Bo were in a high-end barbershop.

"Da Ping, I have enemies here, come quickly and help me!"

"Ta-ta-ta." With a few gunshots, Wang Bo's voice grew louder.

"Da Ping, save me, save me quickly! I think I can still be revived!"

"Where are you? Why can't I see you?" Chen Shaoping asked.

"I'm on the second floor of the red house."

Suddenly, the phone screen went black.

Chen Shaoping was shot and fell without even seeing anyone.

Again, Wang Bo was somewhat indignant.

"No more, it's boring, just parachuting all the time."

"Your skills are terrible. I told you not to rush into fights. If you play it safe and hide until the final circle, you disagree. Maybe you'd even get a chicken dinner with good luck."

Chen Shaoping decisively quit the game.

Dying right after landing really affected his mood.

"Sir, how is this pressure?"

The female technician giving Chen Shaoping a foot massage asked softly.

"You can go a bit harder, I can take more pressure."

"Okay, sir."

Then he closed his eyes and began to enjoy it.

He and Wang Bo had originally accompanied Zhang Ying and Li Qian to get their hair done.

Unexpectedly, this barbershop now also offered foot massages.

Since they had to wait anyway, they might as well wait while soaking their feet.

Seeing Chen Shaoping quit the game, Wang Bo started a new match by himself.

He always believed that Chen Shaoping was holding him back, otherwise, with his skills, he would be slaughtering everyone.

Five minutes later.

Wang Bo quit the game, looking depressed.

Two hours later, the group arrived at the Four Seasons Spicy Hot Pot Restaurant.

Many people from the company were there.

The two new female members of the Feier Band were also present.

They were Zhang Yini and Zou Lan, two lively and spirited girls.

They were a bit shy and embarrassed when they saw Chen Shaoping.

During the meal, Director Lin seized the opportunity to light a cigarette for Chen Shaoping, his face full of apology.

"President Chen, I'm sorry, I truly didn't mean to delay the contract matter."

"It's just that..."

Chen Shaoping interrupted him, saying calmly, "No more talk. The contract is signed, so do a good job."

"I have many scripts in my mind, enough for you to film for the rest of your life."

Director Lin said earnestly, "Don't worry, President Chen, I will definitely film well."

"I will never let down your kindness in promoting me."

"That's too serious," Chen Shaoping patted his shoulder and laughed, "I hope we can achieve success together."

Director Lin chuckled at that, extended his right hand, "Then President Chen, can I have the script you promised me now?"

Chen Shaoping finished the last puff of his cigarette, put it out, and said, "I'll send it to CEO Li tomorrow, you can go find her."

"Okay, and I'll ask her for funding," Director Lin nodded in agreement, then turned to leave.

"Wait a moment," Chen Shaoping called out to Director Lin, and said seriously, "The male leads for this movie will be Wang Qiang and Xu Zheng, and the role of the female swindler will be played by Yang Mengmeng."

Director Lin's expression changed, and he looked at him in confusion.

"Don't worry, I'm not just randomly assigning roles, but they are very, very suitable for them."

"Once you read the script, you'll thank me."

Chen Shaoping explained.