Burning incense, worshiping gods, dotting the eyes with golden lions, and later giving out red envelopes.
Having participated in several opening ceremonies of the Xiangjiang crew, Zhang Chu has long been accustomed to strange things.
On the contrary, Zhang Ziyi felt fresh in everything she watched. As a heroine, it was rare for her to show her nervous side when she was promoted to the Golden Lion for the first time.
"I heard in the past that people in Xiangjiang are superstitious, but today I finally saw it."
"This is not called superstition. Seeking luck."
Superstition and tradition are two different things. Zhang Ziyi doesn't understand, and Zhang Chu doesn't bother to explain.
"Mr. Zhang, thank you."
Zhang Chu had just finished lighting the incense and was about to receive the red envelope when Zhang Jiahui walked up to him.
The two had collaborated once before on the set of "Infernal Affairs" and had a lot of rivalry scenes.
There's nothing to say about Zhang Jiahui's acting skills, but he has been lacking opportunities.
This time the filming of the sequel to "Hurricane Rescue" started, and Zhang Chu recommended him to Du Qifeng.
This time, the role he plays in the play is no longer the kind of gag-making and deliberately ugly role he played in the past, but a darkened policeman. The role is very important, which is a big challenge for him.
"Thank you for what? I just recommended it. You can get this role because you are suitable. Otherwise, you think Director Du will betray me."
"I still have to thank you, otherwise, I might not even have a chance to audition."
Zhang Chu smiled when he heard this: "Okay, thank you received, happy cooperation."
With that said, he stretched out his hand towards Zhang Jiahui.
This time the two people not only have rivalry scenes, but also a lot of fighting scenes.
"When the time comes, I won't show mercy."
The reason why "Taken" is so popular can be summed up in a simple sentence because every action scene is real.
Zhang Jiahui was stunned for a moment, and then he understood what Zhang Chu meant: "I promise I won't hold you back."
He has no martial arts skills, so he may have to endure hardships to play this role well.
Zhang Chu went to receive the red envelope, and then went to say hello to other actors.
Then comes the media interview session.
The first part was a hit, with the cumulative global box office exceeding US$300 million. Although this result is not the best for Hong Kong films, the local box office exceeded US$100 million, which is enough for "Taken" to be recorded in Hong Kong film history.
Now that the sequel has been launched, it has naturally attracted a lot of attention from the Hong Kong media.
Just like going through the motions, after asking two questions to director Du Qifeng, the reporter targeted Zhang Chu.
"Chu Zai, some people now say that you have surpassed Cheng Long and are the most desperate action actors in Hong Kong. What do you think of this?"
I have a six.
This is clearly here to stir up trouble.
When the fans of the two families are at odds, the media will have the opportunity to continue to hype it up.
Also, what does Chu Zai mean?
Either call him Master Zhang or Master Chu.
"This is the first time I've heard of it. Where did this statement come from? You couldn't have made it up yourself, right?"
Is Mr. Zhang really a fool?
When I was involved in officialdom, your ancestors were all liquid.
"Brother Cheng Long is a senior that I respect very much. If there is a chance, I hope to work together. As for the risk-taking you mentioned, I think every actor is very hard-working. It does not necessarily mean that he must do dangerous actions or shoot dangerous scenes. It can be called life-threatening. If you go by your statement, your Yizhou Weekly is the most life-threatening. At least you have many speeding scenes, which I can't compare with."
Zhang Chu's previous answer could only be regarded as quite satisfactory, and there was no fault in it. But then the conversation changed and he severely damaged the reporter of Next Weekly who asked the question.
But the reporter from Next Weekly refused to give up and asked another question.
"Some people have said before that the story of "Taken" should not be a sequel, because in the first part, you have done everything you can do. Repeating it again is just to consume the enthusiasm of the fans and to make money. So, what do you think?"
When Du Qifeng heard this, he couldn't help but feel a little worried.
He knew that this statement did exist. If Zhang Chu couldn't deal with it well...
"According to the rules, each reporter only has one chance to ask questions, but in order to prevent you from chasing my car, I am willing to answer one more question from you."
Reporters from Next Weekly followed, followed, and took various secret photos, which made the stars in Hong Kong miserable for a long time.
Zhang Chu gave everyone a bad breath today.
"As for the content of the sequel, you and the people you mentioned have not seen it or understand it at all, so your speculations can only be regarded as personal opinions and cannot be trusted. It is not convenient for me to disclose the specific content now. I can only tell you You, the first movie and the sequel that launches today, each have their own highlights. As for making money... The purpose of making movies is to make money. Only when the movie is exciting enough will the audience be willing to spend money to buy tickets. This should not be considered money making. Bar?"
If you really want to say that they consume the enthusiasm of movie fans and take the opportunity to make money, there are too many movies like Xiangjiang.
Some can barely make movies and cater to the audience, while some simply sell their films as dog meat.
You can do unlimited things.
The reporter wanted to speak, but was immediately held down by two people behind him, and then stopped.
Why bother?
It seems that a good beating is indispensable.
I really don’t know whether I should praise him for being brave or call him stupid.
Knowing that this is a movie produced by Yongsheng, they come here to cause trouble on a good day.
If Xiang Huaqiang doesn't deal with him, he will be sorry for his own surname.
Now that someone is risking his life, the next questions are much more normal. Some reporters hope that Zhang Chu will reveal the issue of remuneration.
If your wealth is not exposed, how can you tell outsiders about your salary?
Zhang Chu just said: I am very satisfied.
Some reporters asked Zhang Chu whether his lack of Cantonese would affect his communication with fellow actors.
"Fortunately, everyone is very accommodating to me."
Seeing Zhang Chu still coping with the "siege" of reporters with ease, Zhang Ziyi could only feel envious.
Originally, she was prepared to face the media's difficulties, but the result was...
No one paid any attention to her. In the end, even Xie Xian and Zhang Jiahui were asked, but she was left out.
The entire process was treated as air.
Even though she has a temperament that never gives up in the face of difficulties, she still feels a deep sense of frustration.
"Don't worry."
Looking at Zhang Chu, Zhang Ziyi tried hard not to show the slightest bit of disappointment.
"I don't care."
The more you say this, the more you prove that you care.
“One day I’m going to have them begging me for interviews.”
Very good, keep working hard. If others say this, Zhang Chu will definitely think it is fart, but Zhang Ziyi, I believe she can definitely do it.
She has the kind of temperament that will never give up until she reaches her goal.
"You do not believe?"
I almost put the word "letter" on my forehead.
"Chu Zai!"
That's the title again.
Seeing that Jie Xian was an old man, Zhang Chu endured it.
"You were too polite to Cheng Long just now."
Xie Xian looked angry.
What's the meaning?
Is it possible that Xie Xian and Cheng Long still have a holiday?
The two were stars of different eras. When Xie Xian became popular, Cheng Long had just emerged. By the time Cheng Long became popular, Xie Xian was almost a thing of the past.
"Young people should have the aura to refuse to accept anyone. So what about Cheng Long, I still won't tolerate him."
hehe!
Is this old man deliberately stirring up trouble?
If Zhang Chu really said that, the two fans would immediately start a war.
Most importantly, it will affect the box office of this drama.
Everyone is in the entertainment industry just to make money, and Zhang Chu would only fight for those false reputations when he is crazy.
Xie Xian had no intention of being annoying and continued to preach.
"Also, you are too polite to those paparazzi. If you encounter problems you don't like, you should just scold them back."
hehe!
Swear back?
At that time, all the media in Hong Kong will boycott and smear me, and I will have no chance of messing around in the future.
Unlike you, I am retired at an old age and have a good son to help pay off my gambling debts.
Jie Xian was still chattering, and suddenly someone hurried over and whispered a few words in his ear.
"What?"
When Xie Xian heard this, his expression changed drastically. He didn't care to continue to teach Zhang Chu the experience of self-destruction of life, and left with the visitor.
What do you mean?
"You won't really do what he said in the future, will you?"
Well?
Zhang Chu turned to look at Zhang Ziyi.
"Unless I'm crazy."
Although Zhang Chu is someone who never wants to suffer losses, he is not a reckless man. In the officialdom, no one has yet cultivated an exquisite heart with seven orifices.
Zhang Chu knows how to deal with things diplomatically.
I just quarreled with the reporters of Next Weekly. After all, these paparazzi and even the media colleagues are annoying them.
"I'm really afraid you're crazy."
Just as he was talking, Zhang Chu found that after Zhang Bozhi answered the phone, he also left with his assistant.
In the second film, Cecilia Cheung has very few scenes. Zhang Chu can also guess the reason why she retained this role.
There are five films in total, and Cecilia Cheung will definitely be the heroine of one of them in the future.
only……
Xie Xian is gone, and so is Cecilia Cheung.
What happened?
etc.
Xie Tingfeng.
There is an intersection between these two people, namely Xie Tingfeng.
"elder brother!"
The pony came running.
"problem occurs."
If you scare me to death, something will happen if you open your mouth.
"What's up?"
"It's Xie Tingfeng, he...had a car accident."
Fuck!
Zhang Chu was shocked: "Dead."
Ahem...
Xiao Ma almost choked to death on his own saliva.
"Brother, can't you just look forward to it?"
"Then you should tell me!"
Xiao Ma said hurriedly: "He was in a car accident, but it was nothing serious and he didn't hit anyone. It was just that while racing, the car ended up in a flower bed on the side of the road."
That's it?
Just now Xie Xian and Zhang Bozhi left in a hurry, Zhang Chu thought something big had happened.
The result is that the child was fooling around and had a small accident, but no one was hurt. In the future, he will take it as a warning and stop racing.
Of course, as a celebrity, you must publicly apologize, after all, you have set a bad example to the public.
"Brother, it's not over yet."
When did this kid learn to say half and leave half? It’s so appetizing.
"Go on!"
"After Xie Tingfeng's accident, he seemed to be rushing to attend an event and didn't wait for the police to come. When the police arrived, there was... another person in the car."
Transform into a living person?
Pooh!
Someone else takes the blame.
Now things are in trouble.
