Chinese entertainment: What's wrong with actresses wanting to improve?

Chapter 261 New Variety Shows and Settlement

Fu Yibai picked up a pen, wrote a few words on the report, and then put it aside.

"Knock knock knock".

There was a knock on the office door.

"Enter."

Zhao Qi pushed open the door and came in, holding a folder in her hand and smiling.

"Mr. Fu, you wanted to see me?"

"sit."

Fu Yibai pointed to the chair opposite him.

"I've looked at the data for 'The Voice of China' and 'Go Fighting!', and it's pretty good."

The team worked very hard.

"It was all thanks to Mr. Fu's excellent planning; we were just carrying it out."

Zhao Qi sat down in the chair and placed the folder on the table.

"By the way, Mr. Fu, both Zhejiang TV and Hunan TV have inquired about the television rights for these two variety shows, and their asking prices are even higher than those for the second season of Running Man."

"These TV stations always buy broadcasting rights only after they see the results."

Fu Yibai chuckled and tossed the document onto the table.

"No rush, let it air out first."

They were hesitant about the first season of "Running Man" at first, but now they're in a hurry.

"We need to generate a huge buzz online first, then we'll maintain control."

"clear."

Fu Yibai leaned back in his chair, remained silent for a few seconds, and then spoke.

"Mr. Zhao, I have a new idea."

"Please speak."

"We have already established a presence in the domestic variety show market, including outdoor competitive shows and music talent shows."

But I also want to create a new genre—travel reality shows.

Zhao Qi stopped writing and looked up.

"Travel-related?"

"right."

Fu Yibai straightened up and tapped his finger lightly on the table.

"Have several celebrities travel abroad together and film them the whole time."

There was no script, no mission; it was simply a truthful record of what they saw, heard, thought, and felt in a foreign land.

Zhao Qi pondered for a few seconds, then frowned slightly.

"Mr. Fu, this type of variety show... no one in China has ever done it before."

Won't the cost be too high?

And if there's no script, how can you guarantee the quality of the show?

"The cost is indeed not low, but it's worth it."

Fu Yibai opened the blank notebook on the table, picked up a pen, and began to write as he spoke.

"First, the filming location overseas makes the visuals themselves a selling point."

European castles, Arctic glaciers, Southeast Asian beaches—these are things that are new and exciting for domestic audiences.

Secondly, the celebrities' genuine reactions are the best script in themselves.

People show a side of themselves that they don't usually see in unfamiliar environments, and this sense of authenticity is something that no script can capture.

third--"

He paused, then looked up.

"This variety show is not just a program; it is also a window for cultural export."

"Let Chinese audiences see the world, and let the world see China."

Zhao Qi's brows relaxed, and she nodded.

"I never imagined Mr. Fu could have such a broad vision."

Stop flattering me.

Fu Yibai chuckled and pushed the notebook over.

"My initial idea is this: the program is tentatively titled 'Divas Hit the Road'."

Six women and two men.

As for the cast, six actresses were chosen from the company. Their schedules have been very full for the past two years, so this is a good opportunity to give them a break.

Those who are not selected will be rotated again in the second season.

The two male stars are looking for women with good reputations in the industry, good personalities, who are caring, and fluent in English.

This variety show focuses on relaxation and leisure travel.

This can be considered a benefit provided by the company.

You can decide on the specific travel itinerary yourselves.

Safety comes first.

Zhao Qi took notes quickly, the pen scratching across the paper.

"The filming period is about twenty days, with four or five days spent in each country."

Beforehand, it's necessary to send someone to scout out the location, walk the route, and confirm details such as accommodation, transportation, and visas.

The company fully reimburses all expenses incurred during this process, which also provides employees with a sense of independence.

"clear.

I asked Wang Peng to arrange for people to quickly find out the exact location of the lines.

"Um."

Fu Yibai nodded.

"By the way, how's 'Flying Swords of Dragon Gate' going? And has 'Finding Mr. Right' been given a release date yet?"

"Filming for 'Flying Swords of Dragon Gate' has wrapped up, and Director Lu returned at the beginning of the month."

I'm currently downstairs watching the editing.

"Finding Mr. Right" is scheduled for release next Valentine's Day.

"So, that means we don't have any movies being released during this year's Lunar New Year season?"

"Yes, that's right."

"The main problem is that so many things have happened this year, which has delayed the filming schedule significantly."

"Yeah, it's nothing."

What about television dramas?

"The Myth and My Chief and My Regiment are about to wrap up filming."

Post-production on "The Silent Truth" is more than halfway complete, and it is expected to air on Nebula Video at the end of January next year.

"Okay, I understand. Go and get back to work."

"Um."

Zhao Qi nodded, got up and left Fu Yibai's office.

"System, settle accounts for 'Arrogant,' 'Breakup Buddies,' 'Gravity,' 'The Witch,' 'Those Years We Were Together,' 'Temptation to Go Home,' 'Palace,' and more..."

[Ding! The host requests settlement for the main sponsored works "Arrogant" and "Breakup Buddies"...]

[System settlement in progress...]

[Based on the works "Arrogant" and "Breakup Buddies"... and their current influence (a comprehensive assessment based on box office performance, viewership ratings, online streaming numbers, media reviews, social buzz, industry recognition, etc.)...]

[Settlement complete! Host has gained 186000 Influence Points.]

Current total points: 221000.

Fu Yibai leaned back in his chair, looking at the string of numbers on the system panel, and a slight smile appeared on his lips.

221,000 points.

This is the largest amount of influence points he has gained since his rebirth.

Looking at these points, Fu Yibai was momentarily at a loss as to what to exchange them for.

He's now looking forward to the completion of the system tasks and the upgraded online store.

"Exchange scripts for 'Day and Night,' 'Soul Ferry,' 'Ode to Joy,' 'Lost in Thailand,' and 'Cold War.'"

[Ding! Exchange successful, consuming 10000 Influence Points.]

[Remaining Influence Points: 211000]