Becoming a Movie Star, System Only Finished Loading After Ten Years

Ma De, we can't seem to move past this topic, can we?

Qi Hao was speechless but had no choice because C6 is simply too capricious.

Don't be fooled by her CCTV title; she actually has a powerful father.

This station has always been spoiled and capricious, playing by its own rules.

"Actually, An Feng has a certain aura that fits the film's character perfectly. When I first got the script, An Feng was the first person that came to mind, like a sudden inspiration. I was worried she might not be willing to act in a youthful campus film... On such a serious show, am I boring everyone with such a dull topic?"

Qi Hao seemed a bit embarrassed.

"Of course not, we're just here for a casual chat."

Jingwei was exasperated, "You definitely understand how to cut off mid-sentence, hurry up, don't make me beg you."

"I had prepared many arguments to persuade An Feng to accept my invitation, even considering owing her a favor."

Qi Hao spoke with a mix of truth and deception.

Of course, he couldn't say that An Feng actually owed him a favor, because An Feng had been blacklisted by Mrs. Hua, and he helped lift that ban.

If that were revealed, once the program aired, Mrs. Hua would definitely send someone to take him out.

If that happened, Mrs. Hua could forget about going public.

But there's another possibility, which is that C6 won't escalate the conflict and will just edit it out before airing.

If it does air, Mrs. Hua will claim Qi Hao is slandering.

With no evidence, what else could it be but slander?

Then they would probably relentlessly tarnish Qi Hao's reputation, not just on him, but also dragging his family into it.

Not only Mrs. Hua, but also her major shareholders would relentlessly suppress Qi Hao.

"Was it difficult to persuade An Feng at the time?" Jingwei asked curiously.

"On the contrary, An Feng expressed that she loved the script very much after reading it and immediately agreed to play the role. I didn't even have to owe a favor."

Qi Hao earned a favor and acted coy.

"Don't worry, when she sees our program, she'll remember to ask for that favor back,"

Jingwei chuckled.

"Oh dear, that's a problem," Qi Hao feigned distress.

"Regarding film acting, Qi Hao, you should be considered a pioneer, while An Feng probably doesn't have much experience in film yet. How do you evaluate her talent in film acting?"

Jingwei brought up something more serious.

He couldn't talk nonsense the entire time; they might lack material for editing later.

"She's actually quite talented; it's mainly about overcoming the hurdles in her heart. My performances over the past seven or eight years were basically me trying hard while avoiding risk. I know that breaking my fixed image is the only way to create a new self, but I'm worried about not being able to return to my comfort zone after breaking through..."

Qi Hao used himself as a comparison.

Of course, An Feng's acting talent isn't better than his, and she lacks the advantage of training space. She won't ever surpass him in this lifetime.

"Hearing you say that, I'm really looking forward to this film and An Feng making a breakthrough."

Not sure who invented the term "transition," but as a host, Jingwei recalled An Feng's beauty and felt that maintaining it beautifully is better.

Nowadays, it's not easy to maintain a 'vase' role.

Especially when the vase is so beautiful.

Why the rush to transition, being only twenty-two, just reaching the legal marriage age, isn't it good to bloom beautifully?

Let's indulge for a few more years.

Of course, she wouldn't express these thoughts.

That would be too unprofessional.

It wouldn't align with the current ideas in film acting either.

After chatting for a bit longer, the program Qi Hao needed to record today came to an end.

Old Tian helped him arrange a meeting with a company for the design and renovation of his courtyard.

He met the designer and discussed the design plan on-site.

Qi Hao isn't ancient; he doesn't enjoy the ancient way of living.

So the renovation's functionality is still leaning towards modernity.

But he won't design the courtyard to be purely modern, which would waste Tongzi's generous gift.

Therefore, after various discussions, they decided on a modern Chinese-style renovation.

And also include a garage and such.

After settling matters here, Qi Hao returned to the set of "Little Things in First Love" to continue working on the film with An Feng.

From late April to now, soon to be the end of May, the film's production has been getting smoother.

It's undeniable; Qi Hao is indeed a budget buster. While filming a youthful campus movie, halfway through, the film used exceeded the amount for a normal director's entire movie.

Sometimes, most absurdly, he felt today's weather was perfect for a particular scene and decided to reshoot that scene again.

Lu Yang couldn't stand it anymore.

He wanted to voice for the poor production company, strongly condemning such behavior that disregards investors' money as money.

But upon realizing the production company is Qi Hao, he instantly lost his temper.

Being rich is indeed splendid.

If he were as wealthy as Qi Hao, he could film whatever he wanted.

However, the repeated shooting yielded genuinely good results.

The city of Xiamen will thank him in time.

He captured Xiamen beautifully on film.

Shooting spots often makes the scene look different from the reality.

For instance, the seashore scenes look incredible through the lens.

Xiamen's seaside is decent, but the key lies in filming.

Angles, lighting, color grading…

The female lead and the male lead were sitting on a floating bridge, chatting, and the atmosphere gradually turned ambiguous.

Then, the second male lead came over to interrupt.

The second male lead in this movie is kind of… how should I put it, probably just annoying.

However, most second male or female leads in films and TV shows exist to move the storyline forward and are often catalysts for the main couple's relationship. They tend to do things that are selfish or make the audience unhappy.

Just like this film's second male lead.

The female lead clearly doesn't like him, and he knows it too, but he still clings on stubbornly.

In the end, the female lead clearly rejects him.

And the male lead also shows his affection for the female lead.

At this point, a decently measured second male lead should quietly leave, wishing the woman he likes and his good buddy happiness together.

But this second male lead made a pact with his buddy, agreeing that for the sake of their friendship, neither of them could be with the female lead.

Alright, Qi Hao once thought about having the scriptwriting team revise this part.

Even thought of changing the character of the second male lead.

But the scriptwriting team clearly stated that changing the character and storyline would weaken the dramatic tension.

Moreover, although this character doesn't seem perfect, this is the real side of the world.

Reality is more magical than literary works.

Most people are selfish.

From his own perspective, everything he does has a coherent logic.

It's difficult for most people to accept calmly that the girl they like is with their good buddy, let alone bless them.

Damn it, how come the good buddy never gets a terminal illness.

"Get ready, we're about to start shooting."

The male lead and the second male lead walked ahead, chatting, while the female lead twisted her ankle behind them.

Then both of them wanted to carry the female lead, but in the end, the second male lead carried her.

"I'll do my best, try to get it in one take."

Zhang Ruoyun played the second male lead, and he cherished this film opportunity, of course, he also cherished his own little life.

This was Qi Hao's rumored girlfriend after all.

He actually hoped Qi Hao would carry her himself, to avoid offending Qi Hao and being held in contempt.

These days, there are not too few people who do something crazy over women.

As for why this second-generation was afraid of offending Qi Hao, firstly, his dad wasn't very influential, and secondly, Qi Hao was really influential at the moment.

His dad was currently working on a resource called "Snow Leopard."

He wasn't qualified enough to play the lead role, so he thought about befriending Qi Hao and inviting Qi Hao to play the lead role.

This could also serve as a way to exchange for some resources from Qi Hao's side.

However, Qi Hao didn't care to look at it at all.

Refusing free resources meant they no longer existed on the same level.

"Just do your best, there's no demand for a one-take shot, don't put too much pressure on yourself, um, An Feng, pay attention when you act, when you fall, try to express more pain, but not too grimace…"

"I'll do it like this…" An Feng confirmed with Qi Hao about her actions and expressions, adjusting if there were any issues.

After they discussed briefly, they started filming.

Lu Yang watched coldly from the side.

Zhang Ruoyun was terrified, afraid of offending Qi Hao, the new big shot in the entertainment circle, it was obvious he was full of expectation about the possible collaborations in the future.

Qi Hao liked using familiar people.

Qin Hailu, Tian Yu, An Feng had all worked with him before.

As long as the cooperation was pleasant, he would take them along for the next project again.

And An Feng seemed very professional about being carried, she didn't mind at all, after all, she had been in the industry for many years, it wasn't like she hadn't been carried by anyone before.

However, she listened earnestly to Qi Hao's directing, even asking about details.

Evidently, she also had the intention to get it done in one take.

As for Qi Hao…

Lu Yang admitted he couldn't see through Qi Hao, this cunning old fox.

Qi Hao had been in the industry for over a decade, more scheming than Lu Yang's dad, you couldn't tell what he thought about his ex-rumored girlfriend being carried by another man.

"Three, two, one, action!"

"Cut!"

The scene got an NG right at the start, Lu Yang called out helplessly.

While Zhang Ruoyun let out a sigh of relief, thankfully it wasn't an NG after he carried her.

"Ruoyun, your smile is too stiff, you and Qi Hao grew up together from childhood, even if you have thoughts of testing his relationship with Xiaoshui, you should act more naturally."

Lu Yang casually commented on the issue, not needing Qi Hao to check the monitors.

"No need to be nervous, your acting is actually pretty good."

Qi Hao reassured Zhang Ruoyun, he honestly looked down on this second-generation a bit.

It's just my ex-rumored girlfriend, isn't it?

It's not like you're filming a love scene.

These days even company team-building activities might have a human-carrying segment.

"I'll… I'll… do my best!"

Damn it, Qi Hao, stop smiling, you're scaring me!