Tao Cen's rash signing of the role of "Shen Xunran" has a lot to do with Tao Cen's overconfident personality.
She probably didn't expect Jiang Se to consider Huo Zhiming's movie, let alone the leading female role, so she was easily misled by the name of Xia Chaoqun's character in the circle and made such a decision.
When Xia Chaoqun reminded her, Mo Anqi also remembered this matter and nodded:
"It seems so. Sister Xia, you advised Sese to think it through."
She laughed, "If it's not a coincidence, then Tao Cen just got the wrong role?"
Xia Chaoqun scratched his short hair, crossed his arms across his chest, and said nothing more.
Regardless of whether Jiang Se can get the movie "Criminal Suspect" in the end, Tao Cen is not the one who really snatched away the role that Jiang Se had set his eyes on. It would be fine if Tao Cen didn't have such an idea, but if she really had such an intention, she would have made a wrong calculation.
"God's Redemption" took nearly 260 days to shoot, including the reshoots. Although it took a little longer, Cesare was very satisfied with the results.
Jiang Se spent more than half a year abroad. It was already late November when he returned to China after finishing filming the movie and all the scenes.
When she and Mo Anqi appeared at the airport pushing their luggage, they were quickly discovered by some reporters who frequented airports all year round.
Jiang Se has not appeared in public this year. The only news about her was that she took on the role in Cesare's "Divine Redemption" at the beginning of the year. Since then, she seemed to have disappeared in the country and was not seen in some commercial activities.
As soon as she appeared at the airport, many reporters who spotted her quickly raised their cameras and pressed the shutter buttons desperately.
This situation attracted the attention of some passengers. Many people followed the gaze of the reporter taking pictures and soon saw Jiang Se and Mo Anqi standing in the corner.
The news that Jiang Se appeared at the Imperial Capital Airport spread quickly, and a large number of reporters who heard the news ran here quickly. When someone came to interview, Mo Anqi was still calling the company, waiting for someone from Century Galaxy to drive over to pick her up.
The two of them squeezed in the middle of a pile of luggage and were soon surrounded by media reporters.
Although he has not appeared in public for nearly a year, this has not affected Jiang Se's popularity. In fact, because of the earlier controversy over the casting of "God's Redemption", this movie directed by Cesare, which was originally highly anticipated while still in filming, has been in the whirlpool of public opinion.
However, the crew kept the matter a secret. Domestic media tried to visit the "God's Redemption" crew several times, but they were unable to break through the heavy security and obtain any useful information.
It is said that the original female lead Laura Brown can no longer stay in "God's Redemption" for post-production due to schedule reasons.
European and American media once speculated that Laura Brown offended Cesare, so Cesare temporarily modified the script, resulting in Laura Brown's scenes being cut and she soon left the group.
As for who the female lead who will be working with Donald is, the crew kept the news extremely secret and it has never leaked out.
Domestic media magazines learned through Century Galaxy that Jiang Se had been filming with the crew of "God's Redemption". Based on this situation and Cesare's initial expression of appreciation for Jiang Se, many people speculated that Jiang Se's role in "God's Redemption" might not be a simple supporting role, but most likely a significant supporting role.
Amid the sound of snapping photos, reporters were scrambling to ask questions:
"Ms. Jiang, you suddenly returned to China. Is it because your part in Director Qi's "God's Redemption" has been filmed?"
"During the filming of 'Divine Redemption' directed by Cesare, news broke that Laura Brown was not getting along with the crew. Miss Jiang, have you heard about it?"
"This is your first collaboration with Director Cesare. What kind of person do you think of him? Did Laura Brown leave the group because she didn't agree with Director Cesare's philosophy?"
"Can you tell me a little bit about "God's Redemption"..."
Seeing that things were not going well, Mo Anqi hung up the phone in a hurry, pushed the luggage cart, and shouted loudly: "Please make way."
In the distance, there were fans who hurried over after hearing Jiang Se's name. There were more and more people. If they stayed where they were, they might be blocked by fans and reporters at the airport and would not be able to leave. Jiang Se lowered his head and followed behind Mo Anqi, letting her lead the way.
The reporter, who did not receive a response, continued to pursue the matter with questions one after another.
Regarding the news that the crew of "God's Redemption" temporarily replaced the female lead, the crew has not announced the news to the public until now. Jiang Se lowered her head, and many people held up cameras to take pictures of her and followed her all the way to the outside of the airport.
The company's car was parked in the temporary parking lane, and the driver was already waiting beside the car, but Mo Anqi and Jiang Se were surrounded by reporters and had no way to escape.
If the situation continued like this, the two would not be able to leave unless they split up. Mo Anqi pushed Jiang Se into the car first, signaled the driver to get in and drive away, and she found another car to go back.
As Jiang Se walked ahead, Mo Anqi was quickly surrounded by the crowd.
On the same day, China News quickly published the news that Jiang Se had returned to China, and Jiang Se’s major social media accounts were flooded with messages from a group of fans who had heard the news.
After calling Mo Anqi and confirming that she had returned to the company, Jiang Se took a shower and took a brief rest. He first sent a message to Feng Zhongliang to report that he was safe, and then sent a message to the Pei family.
The filming of "God's Redemption" was not easy. Jiang Se was almost always on edge during the one-year collaboration with Cesare.
Cesare is a very demanding person, and the person she is working with is Donald, so she cannot be careless at all.
In addition, she was the temporary replacement for Laura Brown as the heroine Lanny, and the investment company's requirements for her were much stricter than those for Laura. During the filming, people from the investment company were tracking the filming progress at any time, which also made Jiang Se very alert.
After the filming of the movie was completed, she returned home and had a good sleep to relax her nerves.
Xia Chaoqun knew that she was tired, so he didn't arrange any work for her this month so that she could completely adjust her state.
In the past half month, Jiang Se not only accompanied Feng Zhongliang and visited Old Lady Pei, but also visited Chang Yuhu and other predecessors who had helped him.
Chang Yuhu already knew that she had become the lead actress in "God's Redemption" directed by Cesare, and he was very happy for Jiang Se.
She still remembers that one year she had a dinner appointment with Jiang Se. At that time, Jiang Se was still a newcomer who had just entered the entertainment industry.
While waiting for Chang Yuhu, she picked up a book and read it, which happened to be "Prisoners".
Perhaps Jiang Se's fate with "Prisoners" was already destined at that time. Chang Yuhu had also read this novel and knew that it was a very unpopular book. When Chang Yuhu saw Jiang Se reading it, he was very surprised.
Neither the teacher nor the student that year would have imagined that "Prisoners", which they had mentioned before, would be made into a movie many years later, and that the newcomer in the entertainment industry at that time would transform himself and not only participate in the filming of this hugely invested movie, but also become the leading actor in it
"When Hou Xiling brought you to me, I still remember what you looked like then."
Chang Yuhu invited Jiang Se to stay for dinner. The more he looked at her, the more he liked her. There was no trace of star aura on her. In private, she wore light makeup, had a gentle smile and a somewhat restrained temperament.
Her long straight black hair was neatly parted on top of her head and combed neatly. She was so beautiful and dignified without any trace of restlessness.
Time has sculpted her originally childish facial features into more delicate ones. When Hou Xiling brought Jiang Se to Chang Yuhu and asked his old friend for some advice, Chang Yuhu's first impression was that the child had a very beautiful face, a slim figure, and excellent temperament.
She looks like a lady, not a graceful and graceful star.
She was also worried that the child was too introverted and couldn't let go of her face, so she took her to the Grand Theater to "broaden her horizons". After spending more time with her, she realized how smart Jiang Se was.
In the rehearsal hall of the Grand Theater, she observed the shadows of every actor, and acquired the knowledge she wanted from them. She was diligent and hardworking. At that time, Chang Yuhu began to like her talent, thinking that this child had perseverance and was willing to work hard. She might go further than ordinary people on the path of an actor. Later, he recommended her to his old friend Luo Yin.
But at that time, no matter how highly Chang Yuhu thought of Jiang Se, he never expected her to achieve such results.
"In the past few years, Sese, you have made great progress."
Chang Yuhu has seen every movie starring Jiang Se. The success of these movies is attributed not only to the excellent scripts and outstanding co-stars, but also to Jiang Se's increasingly improving acting skills.
Jiang Se's progress can be clearly seen in every movie. She has portrayed each character she plays very successfully and vividly in details.
"I believe that if you were to direct "God's Redemption", it would not be any worse than Laura Brown's."
The fruit tea brewed in the teapot exudes a sweet and sour aroma. It is drizzling outside. The heating is on in Chang Yuhu's house. The teacher and student hold teacups and chat about movies.
“When is the movie coming out?”
Chang Yuhu asked, Jiang Se took a sip of tea, put down the cup and said respectfully:
"Teacher, you also know that for a movie like this, post-production will take longer than filming."
After a movie is finished, it has to enter post-production, and finally the investment company will invite some interested companies to watch the movie and decide on the company to undertake the promotion and marketing of the movie.
Hua Xia’s publicity and promotion had already been decided on Huaying early on, so after the film was edited, Jiang Se could watch the finished film first under the identity of Huaying, and then confirm the work processes before the film was released.
This process is estimated to take two to three years and cannot be rushed.
"The people at the post-production company that Cesare is working with are quite rigorous. The actual release of the film will probably be after my wedding."
Chang Yuhu nodded and said, "I really like the story of "Prisoners". I also believe that you, who like this story, will film Lanny with her unique characteristics. I will bring my relatives and friends to the cinema to support her."
Jiang Se felt deeply touched by the support from his elders.
After visiting Chang Yuhu, she had the second half of the month free and went to Xijiuzhou to see Pei Yi. She did not return until December.
After the holiday, tedious work came one after another. The first news Jiang Se received was that Luo Yin, the boss of Century Galaxy, wanted to meet her.
Century Galaxy has a very clear hierarchy, and all employees aspire to work on higher floors. The company's overall attitude is quite positive.
Luo Yin is on the 29th floor of the Century Galaxy Building. There are only a handful of people who can come here.
Jiang Se has been in Century Galaxy for many years and has dealt with Century Galaxy's Luo Ao several times, but has never been summoned privately by the company's chairman Luo Yin.
Luo Yin wanted to see her, probably to discuss Jiang Se's contract issue.
Her contract with Century Galaxy has expired. The reason why they did not follow the company's rules and sign a contract with her in advance was because she was abroad for the entire year to be busy filming "God's Redemption".
When she renewed her contract two years ago, it was Luo Ao from the company who came to discuss the renewal with her, not Luo Yin. This year, Luo Yin wants to see her. Does it mean that she has become a star that the company pays special attention to
The news that Jiang Se was coming to the company was accidentally leaked by a senior person in the company a few days ago. At first, many people thought it was a rumor, but when Jiang Se really showed up in the company, it quickly caused a sensation in Century Galaxy.
She and Xia Chaoqun took the exclusive elevator straight up to the 29th floor, and her assistant Mo Anqi led them in from the company lobby. If it weren't for Century Galaxy's regulations that company employees could not harass its stars or inquire about their news, Mo Anqi would probably have been surrounded by people to find out whether Jiang Se had indeed come to Century Galaxy.
But no one dared to come forward to ask, but when Mo Anqi came in, she was surrounded by many gazes.
On the 29th floor of the company, Jiang Se had signed with Century Galaxy for many years, but this was her first time here. Someone from the secretariat led her into Luo Yin's office.
The decoration here is simple and elegant, with black, white and grey as the main colors. A whole row of floor-to-ceiling windows ensures that the office is well lit even when the lights are not on.
What deserved Jiang Se's attention was the tall bookcase behind the sofa, which was filled with books. On the table stood a cup of hot tea with white mist rising from it. The arrival of Jiang Se and Xia Chaoqun seemed to disturb the tranquility of Luo Yin's room.
"sit."
Luo Yin held a cigarette between his legs and pointed in the direction of the sofa, as if he was receiving an old friend whom he had known for a long time. He had no intention of putting on airs to distance the relationship, nor did he seem to be meeting an artist from the company.
He finished flipping through the magazine, put out the cigarette butt in the ashtray, took out a wet tissue to wipe his hands, drank a sip of tea, and walked to the sofa. He looked at Jiang Se and sat down.
"Has Xiao Jiang been in the company for more than five years?"
Xia Chaoqun didn't say anything. Jiang Se nodded and said with a smile:
"I didn't expect Mr. Luo to remember it."
She has signed two contracts with the company, and it has indeed been more than five years. If nothing unexpected happens, Luo Yin will discuss the details of the contract and the preferential treatment that can be given to her today. (To be continued)