I want to be a chaebol - Chapter 267 Zhang Yimou’s joining
Song Yi already had an idea. He knew how to persuade Chen Jianxi. After all, he was still holding Chen Jianxi’s hand.
Chen Jianxi was exposed around 2008 for tax evasion and illegal transfer of business rights. He was later sentenced by a Seoul court to three years in prison, suspended for five years, and fined another US$100 million.
Not long after Chen Jianxi was sentenced, he received a pardon from the then president. The reason given by the president is that pardoning Chen Jianxi will help South Korea bid for the 2018 Winter Olympics. If South Korea can successfully bid for the Winter Olympics, it can bring economic benefits of US$20 billion to South Korea.
In 1996, Chen Jianxi was sentenced for bribery, and the following year he was pardoned by President Zhong Wanyou. He was sentenced in 2008 and pardoned by the president.
Song Yi did want to help Chen Fuzhen obtain the inheritance rights of Samsung before, but now the relationship between Chen Fuzhen and Song Yi cannot be hidden from Chen Jianxi. It is obviously impossible for Chen Jianxi to hand over the management rights of Samsung to Chen Fuzhen now, so it is undoubtedly a better choice for Chen Fuzhen to leave the Samsung family and set up his own business.
“By the way, I just went for a walk and I met Sister Gong Li in the community. She heard that you had returned to Yanjing and said that she would come to your house as a guest in the afternoon. Since you have something serious to do here, I will push her over first. .” Liao Yu said.
“Mark Sost will not arrive in Seoul until tomorrow. I will just fly back to Seoul in the evening. Although the matter needs to be resolved, there is no need to rush it. The film and television industry in the mainland will develop rapidly in the next few years. You and Gong Li will move more There’s no harm in it. The entertainment industry is like this, everyone carries the sedan chair, and I can’t lose even a few cents when I take the time to see her.” Song Yi said.
“In order to prevent Chen Jianxi from getting angry and embarrassing you, look at Jingyan or Zhiyi, who is more suitable for you to take back to Seoul? If there is an intermediary present, Chen Jianxi will not be able to say bad things to you.” Liao Yu was more considerate.
Although it is impossible for Chen Jianxi to go crazy and kill Song Yi in the old Samsung house, Chen Jianxi may not be willing to sell off Song Yi, the richest man, and Song Yi may not be able to see Chen Fuzhen himself during this trip.
Song Jingyan is the only daughter of President Song Woo-seok and the daughter-in-law of Prosecutor General Lee Sang-dae. Song Jingyan’s husband Lee Won is the star prosecutor who sent SK Chairman Choi Anyon to prison. If Song Jingyan is accompanying him, it will also be a deterrent to Chen Jianxi, making him dare not act rashly, let alone kill Song Yi.
“Zhiyi should stay in Yanjing. She can accompany Xia Huai to Puhai first and let Xia Huai see our prototype. If Xia Huai does not see our prototype in advance and confirm that our mobile phone is better than Samsung and Nokia’s mobile phone, If she has sufficient market competitiveness, she will not make up her mind to enter the OEM industry.” Song Yi made the decision.
“Then Jingyan, do you want to tell her in advance? If she doesn’t know anything, it will be difficult for her to cooperate with your actions at Chen Jianxi’s house. When Jingyan was working in the mainland, I dealt with her many times, and it was true that she It’s quite strict. After working in China for so long, no one knows that her father is Song Yuxi. Only Xiong Xiaoge from IDG guessed a little bit, and it was through the clues you got.” Liao Yu said.
“Those who have climbed to high positions in investment banks at a young age are all the second generation. It is difficult for people with no background in finance to get ahead these days. I will talk to Jingyan later and at least let her know why I returned to Seoul. “Song Yi said.
Song Jingyan heard Song Yi talking about the cause and effect, and looked at Song Yi with strange eyes. She clicked her tongue in amazement, “President Song, I really underestimated you. You managed to seduce Princess Sanxing without anyone noticing. Chen Fuzhen, such a proud woman, is willing to be with you. It seems like I did underestimate your charisma.”
“But Chen Jianxi might have just been suspicious, and he couldn’t get proof that you and Chen Fuzhen were dating. If you came to the door with such a big fanfare, wouldn’t you be throwing yourself into a trap? How could a smart person like you make such a low-level mistake?” Song Jingyan was a little surprised. .
“It is indeed possible that Chen Jianxi wanted to lure me into taking the bait, but I don’t dare to bet. The Samsung family itself is a ruthless family. Chen Bingzhe originally placed his second son Chen Changxi under house arrest and personally sent Chen Changxi to a mental hospital. In the end, Chen Changxi was in a mental hospital. It’s gloomy inside.”
“With the precedent of Chen Changxi, I cannot rule out that Chen Jianxi will kill Chen Fuzhen. Today Chen Jianxi put Chen Fuzhen under house arrest and deprived her of her position as president of Shilla Hotel. Tomorrow Chen Fuzhen may not even be able to leave the house. If a big living person… For someone who doesn’t go out or take a second step, I’m worried that Chen Fuzhen will be driven crazy.”
“Chen Fuzhen is my woman, and of course I am responsible for her safety. Chen Jianxi thought that Chen Fuzhen would not be able to do a career without the aura of the Samsung family. I can only tell him that he is wrong, and he is very wrong. . What is powerful is Chen Fuzhen as a person, not the aura of the Samsung family around Chen Fuzhen.”
“If Chen Jianxi really makes Chen Fuzhen the third-generation successor of Samsung Group, I would be a little afraid of Samsung. Without Chen Fuzhen’s help, it is only a matter of time before SA Group surpasses Samsung Group.” Song Yi said very confidently.
“If you rescue Chen Fuzhen’s mother and son, then it is obviously impossible for Chen Fuzhen to stay in South Korea to run a business to compete with Samsung. Then have you figured out how to arrange Chen Fuzhen’s position?” Song Jingyan asked.
“Let’s rescue the people first and then talk about it. As for the follow-up work arrangements, Fuzhen and I will discuss it when the time comes.” Song Yi said.
“Brother Yi, if Chen Fuzhen joins the SA Group as a group executive, the most embarrassing person will probably be Sister Taixi. If Chen Fuzhen joins the SA Group, he will basically solidify his relationship with you. Then Sister Taixi will be in SA The position in the group will be very embarrassing. I still like Sister Tae Hee very much. I hope you can think more carefully and not hurt Sister Tae Hee’s feelings.” Song Jingyan said sincerely.
Gong Li came to visit Song Yi in the afternoon with two bottles of red wine. Although she hadn’t seen him for several years, Gong Li was still very enthusiastic and came up to hug him, “President Song, long time no see.”
“I haven’t seen Sister Gong Li for a few years, but she still looks as charming as ever. I’m looking forward to the release of “The City of Golden Armor” in the second half of the year. I heard that this movie is adapted from “Thunderstorm”?” Song Yi spoke in a scene-like manner.
“Although President Song works in South Korea all year round, he also pays close attention to news about mainland movies. Yes, this movie is an adaptation of “Thunderstorm”. I have an emotional scene with the eldest prince played by Liu Ye in the movie.” Gong Li introduced generously.
Director Zhang Yimou and producer Zhang Weiping have already had differences in creative concepts in the movie “A City of Golden Armor”.
Although the movie “City Full of Golden Armor” does not explain the time background of the movie, it is probably the post-Tang Dynasty period of the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms. Zhang Yimou hopes to reflect the elegance and elegance of the costumes of the late Tang Dynasty in the movie, so the colors of the movie are very bright, which is in sharp contrast to the drama “Thunderstorm”.
In order to increase the box office of the movie, Zhang Weiping focused his promotion on the low-cut clothes of the palace maids. The palace ladies all wore low-cut clothes to show off their graceful figures. The makeup of the main female character Gong Li and the murderous girl Li Man in the film is no exception and is mainly sexy.
Zhang Weiping’s sales-winning strategy is certainly a success. The mainland box office of “The City of Gold” exceeded 300 million yuan, and the global box office exceeded 79 million US dollars. However, Zhang Yimou has become increasingly intolerant of Zhang Weiping’s interference in his creation. This film also paved the way for the breakup of the film “Jinling Thirteen Hairpins”.
Gong Li actually dislikes Zhang Weiping very much. Zhang Yimou divorced his ex-wife because of Gong Li and was planning to marry Gong Li. However, Zhang Weiping interfered and Zhang Yimou and Gong Li broke up.
Zhang Yimou is good at making movies, but not good at capital operations, and Gong Li has been exposed to European and American film company giants very early. If Zhang Yimou and Gong Li get married, Gong Li will definitely not agree to Zhang Yimou and Zhang Weiping’s continued cooperation given her shrewdness.
In fact, it was precisely because of Gong Li’s departure that Zhang Weiping was able to take advantage of the situation. Zhang Yimou made five consecutive films for New Picture Pictures, and Zhang Yimou received 10 million as a director. Later, Zhang Yimou left New Screen, and Zhang Weiping turned around and reported Zhang Yimou for his death. Zhang Yimou sued Zhang Weiping three times in order to recover his due remuneration.
Obviously, Zhang Weiping’s success mainly comes from Zhang Yimou. Zhang Yimou left Zhang Weiping and was still the same Zhang Yimou. However, Zhang Weiping left Zhang Yimou and soon disappeared in the entertainment industry.
“Sister Gong Li, I heard that Director Zhang and Producer Zhang were not happy during the filming of the movie “The City of Golden Armor”. Sister Gong Li, I will leave you two business cards. If Director Zhang wants to leave Producer Zhang, To start a new one, we at SA are willing to provide support.”
“This kind of support is not only from Mainland China’s New Subculture Media, but also from South Korea’s SA Films and Hollywood’s Artisan Entertainment. Without him, Zhang Weiping, our SA Group would have been able to distribute films like “The City of Gold” globally. Big-budget movie.” Song Yi said it very bluntly.
Gong Li put her business card in her wallet, “President Song’s information is indeed very well-informed. Lao Mouzi did not have a happy relationship with Wei Ping, but the two of them have not gone their separate ways. But there are many friends and many paths. I I believe that Lao Mouzi will not refuse the opportunity to cooperate with SA Group.”
“President Song, in addition to the animated film “Kung Fu Panda”, SA Pictures is also co-producing “Iron Man” with Marvel Pictures. Are you optimistic about Hollywood movies like comic book adaptations?” Gong Li rarely met with him. When Song Yi met, he naturally had to ask some questions.
“Starting from Iron Man, Marvel Studios will create a Marvel universe system. This type of movie does not require actors to have superb acting skills, as long as they can better fit the characters in the comics.”
“If Sister Gong Li wants to open up the Hollywood market, then comic book adaptations are worth a try. You may just play an important supporting role in the comic film adaptations at the beginning. When the feedback from fans is positive, you may hope to star in the comic adaptation films. Movie.” Song Yi suggested.
Gong Li thought thoughtfully. At her age, she is actually not short of money. The reason why she insists on making movies is more because she hopes to make a breakthrough in her career. An international actress of her stature will never be able to make money by starring in TV series.
“Thank you, President Song. I will consider it seriously. Since you have guests today, I won’t bother you anymore. I hope to have the opportunity to make a movie with SA Pictures in the future. There is a rumor among Korean filmmakers that President Song personally fucked Dao’s film projects have never failed. To be honest, I also want to borrow President Song’s good luck so that I can realize my dream in Cannes or Berlin.” Gong Li said bluntly.
“SA Pictures is positioned as an international film production company. In addition to SA’s contracted artists, we have never excluded cooperation with outstanding artists from other countries or other companies.”
“The leading female lead in this year’s Korean box office champion “The King’s Man” is Lee Young-ae, and the leading female lead in the movie “Han River Monster” currently being filmed is Shen Yinhe. SA Films already had a relationship with mainland actors when filming “League of Thieves” Cooperation, Chen Kun’s performance in “Thieves” is also very brilliant.”
“If SA Films prepares to make a literary film to prepare for European awards, as long as there is a role suitable for Sister Gong Li, I will definitely ask Liao Yu to send the script to Sister Gong Li for reference. Do you think I am doing this? Is it interesting enough?” Song Yi said.
When Gong Li heard what Song Yi said, a smile appeared on her face, “Thank you, President Song. When I met President Song at the Tokyo Film Festival three years ago, I knew you were a cheerful person. Don’t worry, Lao Mouzi. Leave the matter to me and I will help you communicate in advance. If Lao Mouzi intends to leave Zhang Weiping and start a new business, New Asia Culture Media will definitely be his first choice.”
Song Yi shook hands with Gong Li, “Then I hope Sister Gong Li can speak kindly to Director Zhang for New Asia Culture Media. If Director Zhang really joins our New Asia Culture Media, then I owe Sister Gong Li a favor.”
Gong Li was very efficient and quickly found Zhang Yimou and revealed Song Yi’s solicitation intention. Of course Zhang Yimou knew about Song Yi. Compared with Song Yi, Zhang Weiping was not even qualified to carry Song Yi’s shoes.
The conditions offered by Song Yi are also very attractive. As long as Zhang Yimou is willing to join New Asia Culture Media, he will give Zhang Yimou a signing fee of 10 million yuan. New Asia Culture Media will not interfere with Zhang Yimou’s film creation. Zhang Yimou only needs to shoot five films for New Asia Culture Media within six years after signing the contract.
If the film Zhang Yimou shoots needs to be shot overseas or distributed overseas, SA Films, HugeDream Cinemas, and Artisan Entertainment can provide assistance to Zhang Yimou. This is a real opportunity to enjoy the shade under a big tree.
Gong Li’s role as the queen in “The City of Golden Armor” has been completed, and Zhang Yimou has begun the post-editing and production work of the entire film.
“When the movie “City of Golden Armor” is finished, I will make a special trip to South Korea to visit Song Yi. If I don’t communicate well with him personally, I will still be a little worried.” Zhang Yimou said.
“New Asia Advertising, the parent company of New Asia Culture Media, is a listed company and a well-known advertising giant in the mainland. Liao Yu can make the decision on such a trivial matter, and there is no need for Song Yi to come forward. Others, Liao Yu, have a net worth of three to four billion Hong Kong dollars. , are you not qualified to be your boss, Director Zhang Da?” Gong Li laughed at Zhang Yimou’s mobilization of troops.
“You clearly know that I don’t mean this. After Zhang Weiping’s incident, I am now afraid of those in the entertainment industry who play capital. On the surface it is all about brotherhood, but behind it is all calculation of interests. No matter how extravagant Song Yi says, I still want to It was only after I saw the contract with my own eyes that I felt at ease. I was too embarrassed to negotiate money with Zhang Weiping, so he took advantage of me. It was obviously a partnership, but in the end Zhang Weiping actually became my boss, and I became a wage earner in the new picture.” Zhang Yimou said.
“Don’t worry, as long as you join New Asia Culture Media, Zhang Weiping will have to tell you how much money he swallowed from you before. The movies produced by SA Pictures can be released simultaneously in China and South Korea. Song Yi’s relationship must be very good Tough. As long as he comes forward, Zhang Weiping will never dare to embarrass you.” Gong Li gave Zhang Yimou reassurance.
Song Yi flew back to Seoul with Song Jingyan that night. Song Yi’s trip was relatively low-key. Instead of staying at the Seongbukdong villa, he stayed at the Elysian Resort.
Song Yi called Chen Xinyu, “Xinyu, I have returned to Seoul. Tomorrow I will go to your home with Mark Soster to formally visit President Chen Jianxi. The company has arranged for you to go on a business trip to Puhai tomorrow to participate in Super Follow-up optimization work on the OS system. When I rescue your sister and notify you, you can return to Seoul.”
Chen Xinyu and Chen Fuzhen had a deep relationship. She knew that Song Yi arranged this because he was worried that Chen Jianxi would receive the news and put Chen Xinyu under house arrest. It would be wise for Chen Xinyu to go on a business trip to the mainland during this period to avoid the limelight.
“Okay, President, I will leave for the mainland early tomorrow morning. Then I will wait for the good news about you and your sister in Puhai.” Chen Xinyu said.
As soon as Chen Xinyu hung up the phone, Liao Yu’s call came in, “It’s late at night, who are you talking to?”
“Chen Xinyu is worried about her sister. I’m going back to Seoul. I want to say hello to her first so that she won’t worry about her sister’s safety.” Song Yi explained.
Although Liao Yu only met Chen Xinyu a few times, she was deeply impressed by the beautiful Chen Xinyu. “The little princess of Samsung trusts you quite a lot. As soon as something happens to my sister, she will contact you as soon as possible.”
“By the way, Sister Gong Li just contacted me and said that Zhang Yimou has agreed to join New Asia Culture Media. When “The City of Golden Armor” is released, he will end the cooperative relationship with New Picture Pictures and join our New Asia Culture Media. How do you know that Zhang Yimou and Zhang Weiping are at odds?” Liao Yu was puzzled.
Liao Yu welcomes Zhang Yimou’s joining. New Asia Culture Media currently only has Ning Hao as a contracted director. Zhang Yimou’s joining will quickly open up New Asia Culture Media’s reputation in the mainland film market and attract more mainland filmmakers to star in films produced by New Asia Culture Media.
“Two people collaborated to make movies, one was in charge of marketing and the other was in charge of shooting. As a result, Zhang Weiping made a lot of money and was very fat, while Zhang Yimou could only get dead wages. No one was happy to let go. My intervention was just a catalyst, so that Zhang Yimou has made up his mind to draw a clear line with Zhang Weiping. After “The Golden Armor” is released, you will announce Zhang Yimou’s joining and catch New Picture Pictures off guard,” Song Yi confessed.
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