h4Chapter 1748: Chapter 1578: Making So Much Money (Subscribe!)/h4

    Looked around for a while.

    Didn’t see anypany artists. Well,pany artists are usually out filming, they don’t need to check in daily like us. Some shoots can take one or two months.

    That’s normal.

    Not to mention here.

    Even if you go to HuaYi or Tangren, it’s hard to see celebrities there either.

    "Let’s go, there’s nothing to see." Lu Fu said.

    "Alright."

    They were just about to leave.

    Hmm?

    Suddenly.

    They stopped in their tracks, seeing a group of people being led this way. They weren’t wearing work clothes and were followed by people who looked like bodyguards, very obviously not ordinary folks.

    Looking at their face shapes again.

    Seemed like... they couldn’t recognize them.

    Large sunsses blocked their faces, who could tell?

    "Do you know them?" Xiao Ru asked.

    Thought for a moment.

    Lu Fu analyzed and said, "I don’t know them, probably notpany artists. You see those bodyguards? Ourpany’s artists are paired with Zhongyu Special Guard bodyguards, female artists with female bodyguards."

    "This is clearly not them."

    After interning for a few months, she knew at least this much.

    "I see." Xiao Ru said.

    This analysis was almost as if nothing was said, they knew nothing.

    Then.

    As the group entered the building, suddenly, Lu Fu recalled a document she saw during her internship a few days ago saying a HuaYi celebrity woulde today to sign for a TV series invested by the Group.

    Ever since the year beforest.

    Tang Qing and HuaYi, Tangren Film appeared together on CCTV’s "Dialogue" program.

    The Group then started coborating with other Huaxia entertainmentpanies on sharing celebrity resources. Though Comet Group had fewer artists, otherpanies found this advantageous.

    Very simple.

    ---Money.

    The investment for "Civilization" starts at one billion RMB.

    The entry barrier is so high.

    That other entertainmentpanies find it hard to bear.

    They want to learn but don’t dare take such big risks. A single failure can almost lead apany to bankruptcy. Therefore, major Huaxia entertainmentpanies are still undertaking the old business of ’small investment, big return.’

    Invest three million, earn thirty million.

    Cow.

    Invest thirty million, earn one hundred million.

    Impressive.

    But that was then.

    Now, society understands a movie’s sess and a director’s recognition is not just about ’making a lot of profit from a small investment’ at this initial stage.

    Big investment.

    Big production.

    Big scene.

    After "Civilization," it has a new definition.

    Therefore.

    Artists from otherpanies are eager to join the Group’s film projects. The Group, in Huaxia’s entertainment industry, is now in a very high position.

    What Lu Fu respects the most.

    Is making money.

    Tang Qing doesn’t take a penny but invests it, and keeps investing. Investing in money-making ventures is fair enough, but many non-profit projects are also financed, especially documentaries, which she remembers vividly.

    "Chinese Craftsmanship"

    "Heaven and Earth"

    These are the Group’s two major documentary series.

    One promotes traditional Huaxia culture.

    The other is arge-scale natural exploration documentary filmed by Huaxia people.

    Filmed really, really well.

    She recognized that celebrity’s face.

    Comparing the body shape and face again.

    Opened her mouth.

    Just about to say ’I know now,’ but she chose to keep quiet. There are rules within thepany to control what is said, especially regarding artists’ itineraries. Loose lips can be very serious.

    Forget it.

    No gossip.

    Be careful not to be marked by Sky Eye.

    If that leads to you being targeted by Sky Eye, it would be an injustice.

    "Let’s go back, go swimming in the afternoon." Lu Fu said.

    "I can’t swim."

    Xiao Ru’s face turned red; she’d tried that thing climbing down the river as a child, embarrassing herself going now.

    "I’ll teach you."

    "Okay."

    The Group’s swimming pool, they were too tense during their internship, never been.

    ...

    Ten minutester.

    Five people walked out of the building.

    "Finally settled."

    The agent shook the contract in hand, looked very happy. Securing an acting contract with Comet Group is great news for the celebrity, because it represents recognition.

    At least.

    Their acting skills are up to standard.

    In this aspect.

    Comet Group carried on the chairman’s words, suitability first. If the acting skills aren’t up to par, it doesn’t matter who’s there; it’s no good. This point is hardly vited since decision power doesn’t fully rest with the director.

    Director.

    Especially famous big directors.

    In otherpanies.

    They have considerable say, are very respected.

    But in Comet Group.

    The director is just working, getting paid a fair share, but they also must do the job well. Selecting actors involves not just directors, but screenwriters and thepany’s relevant departments deciding together.

    Generally.

    They won’t interfere.

    But if there’s chaos.

    Or obviously another is more suitable, they will exercise their power. Not exercising it isn’t an option because they are supervised in casting decisions, if reported, thepany will intervene and inspect.

    Therefore.

    In fairness.

    Comet Group has gone to the extreme.

    Networking is difficult.

    However.

    For those with the right acting skills who truly fit the role, it’s definitely good news. Rtively speaking, people are not afraid of strict rules but fear someone secretly exploits loopholes.

    Equal treatment.

    Everyone finds it okay, relying on strength for work is convincing.

    "Should we invite the director for a meal?"

    "No."

    The agent shook their head.

    "Even if we invite, they wouldn’t dare go."

    "That strict?"

    The female celebrity was puzzled; it was her first time starring in a Comet Group drama.

    "Yes, although not explicitly stated, to avoid suspicion, their directors hardly agree to individual actor invitations, particrly during the period from nning a show to the conclusion of filming."

    The agent said helplessly.

    The female celebrity replied, "Then let’s celebrate ourselves tonight."

    "Sure."

    Comet Group is strict in casting.

    Naturally.

    The pay isn’t bad either.

    Acting in one show equals more than two elsewhere. On this point, Comet Group seems not overly concerned about costs. However, even though the average pay is high, there’s never been outrageous pay.

    The hotter.

    The bigger.

    A neer is treated as a neer.

    As poprity grows.

    Naturally, the pay rises. This poprity is not suddenly gained through looks, scandals, or gossip but instead reflected in the artist’s standing in the public eye within the film circle.

    No acting skills.

    No works.

    Just new talent pay.

    No negotiation.

    Comet Group uses its strong power to ensure these rules are followed. Even if otherpanies promote ’flow celebrities,’ Comet Group doesn’t envy because its earnings are astonishingly good.

    A single "Civilization".

    Can dominate half of a year’s total box office in Huaxia.

    Countless international fans.

    Profits?

    Domestic entertainmentpanies working hard all yearbined don’t earn as much as this onepany. Recently heard there’s preparation to create something called "Civilization Universe" based on "Civilization".

    To expand the marginality of the "Civilization" series.

    Wow.

    If this seeds.

    How much money will be made?

    Besides envying and being jealous to the point of having red eyes, other entertainmentpanies can’t do much else, daren’t gamble. Wanting to build a world-ss IP is currently just a distant dream for them.