"Long Island Iced Tea" was screened in North America and other regions for a month, and before its release, it had earned a super box office of 437 million U.S. dollars, making it one of the top ten North American movie box office history in one fell swoop.
In the category of literary and artistic films, it directly surpassed many previous classic films and became the current top box office of literary and artistic films.
Ji Li and Qin Li attracted the love of countless movie fans and friends, and became two well-known Chinese actors overseas. Directors and producers sent countless film invitations.
Not only that, the results of the first round of "Best Actor" screening at the Yana International Film Festival have already been obtained. Both Ji Li and Qin Li have successfully entered the second round of competition, and the final selection results will be announced in a month. announced.
If they are lucky enough to enter the final competition, they will take their work "Long Island Iced Tea" to the awards ceremony of the Yana International Film Festival in mid-May.
After the promotion of the overseas film came to an end, Ji Li and Qin Li flew back to China, and they were busy piling up the announcements.
In the Super Movie Company, Baozi approached the lounge with five or six overseas movie invitations and script outlines, with a bright and proud look in his eyes, "Brother Ji, you? Read this pile first!"
"There are still three invitations for domestic movies, and I'll give them to you too? Bring them here!"
In the past, it was difficult to choose a good script, but now the Chaoying mailbox is full of various film invitations, and it is completely possible to choose the best.
Ji Ge is amazing!
The career path has been soaring, and now we can directly set our sights on the international market!
"Where's Sister Yu?" Ji Li didn't rush to look at the movie invitation on the table.
"She is coming soon."
As soon as Baozi's answer fell, the familiar sound of high heels sounded, and Yu Fuya arrived before the sound.
"Are you looking for me in a hurry?"
"Sister Yu, before the filming of "The Demon Monk" was completed, and "Long Island Iced Tea" was released, haven't I discussed my career goals for the new year with the company?"
Ji Li asked straight to the point, and did not neglect his next career.
Yu Fuya sat down and smiled, "Don't worry, I've already informed you that we will hold a meeting of our own team tomorrow afternoon."
She pointed to the script invitation on the table, "There are so many movie invitations, you? Watch it slowly, and tell me if you like it."
"Don't worry." Ji Li shook his head. "I promised Director Yao and Teacher Fang. Didn't "Special Operations II" say that it will be launched at the end of this month? What about the script? Why hasn't it been sent to me yet?"
"I'm planning to talk to you about this." Yu Fuya answered.
The film was originally scheduled to start around March, but Fang Zhixing is a well-known screenwriter who is strict with the script. At the beginning of the year, it was said that the plot of the script had to be polished.
Director Yao Chuan knew his friend's temperament, so he clapped his hands and agreed readily.
No, the film project has been moved to the end of May, and the crew is still in the early stages of preparation.
Hearing this, Ji Li frowned slightly.
Chaoying originally signed a preliminary filming contract with "Special Operations", but suddenly two and a half months were added, which made his time stuck.
"Overseas film projects are almost always launched in mid-April, and the shooting cycle is between two and a half months to three and a half months. You? If you are interested, you can take it. I will help you with "Special Operations."
Of course, it wasn't that the "Special Operations" film party broke the contract, it was just negotiating to postpone it later.
Yu Fuya is a manager who can see the situation clearly.
The momentum of "Long Island Iced Tea" is just right, Ji Li has to seize this moment and rush forward. Otherwise, if you miss this advantage, it will not be that simple if you want to continue to develop internationally.
The entertainment industry is originally a circle that chooses the best.
It's not that the filming of "Special Operations" is not good, but that when there is a better opportunity, we must make full use of it and then adjust the time difference in various announcements.
"No, just wait for the launch of "Special Operations" at the end of May. Is it okay for me to wait for the crew alone? It would be too exaggerated to ask the whole crew to wait for me."
Baozi and Yu Fuya looked at each other, and the latter persuaded.
"Brother Ji, these overseas film invitations, both the director and the production team are very good, what a pity to give up? If it is really impossible, we can accept a domestic film script?"
It's only mid-March now, if Ji Li finds the script and signs the contract quickly, and the new crew speeds up the shooting time, in fact, there will be enough time to join the follow-up "Special Operations".
Ji Li shook his head firmly again.
"First, Director Yao and Mr. Fang are mentors to me. I have promised them and the crew of "Special Operations".
Two years ago, if Yao Chuan and Fang Zhixing hadn't let him play the role of Xie Yan in "Da Zong Juvenile Scheme", maybe his career path would not have developed as smoothly as it is today.
He has to remember this kindness.
"Second, I have to treat any script with my heart. I need to adjust from the previous role before I can spend new energy researching the role of the new script."
Seamless connection is indeed a very stable job, but as far as Ji Li personally is concerned, it is irresponsible to the two crews before and after.
Last year's "Reverse Hunting" and "Monk" had a tight schedule, but there was a one-month adjustment period between them.
If this will receive a new script, it will be particularly hasty to wait until it is finished and then join the "Special Operations" crew.
"Sister Yu, Baozi, I understand that you and the team are all thinking of me."
"Whether it's overseas or domestic, I'm on the rise in my career. Even if I stay in the crew all year round, I'm not afraid of getting tired, but I have to be responsible for each of my roles."
Ji Li looked at the script on the table, and resolutely said, "Thank these film producers for their invitations, but no matter how good the script is, let's wait until the filming of "Special Operations" is finished."
Yu Fuya couldn't help chuckling when she heard Ji Li's cautious words.
"Come on!" Baozi put away the script without saying a word, and looked at Yu Fuya with a smile.
"Sister Yu, you really guessed it right. Brother Ji is an 'axis' kid when it comes to choosing scripts."
"..."
Ji Li was startled, but didn't react for a while.
Yu Fuya explained with a smile, "I guessed you? I will insist on waiting for the script of "Special Operations". I just want Baozi to bring these scripts over to see if they can arouse your curiosity."
Although these script invitations are really good, Yu Fuya doesn't want to force Ji Li to accept the drama. The other party has made big and steady steps in the past two years.
Seamless grouping sounds awesome, but it will be very weary on the artist's body and mind.
Yu Fuya still loves her children. No matter how important work is, it cannot compare with healthy and orderly development.
"That's good, there are still two and a half months before the filming of "Special Operations", you? Just take a good rest. Maybe we can go to the Yana Film Festival in mid-May."
If Ji Lizhen was shortlisted for the final round of Yana International Films, or directly took off the title of "International Best Actor", would he be afraid that he would not be able to receive good international films in the future
Ji Li came back to his senses, with a smile on his brows and eyes, "Thank you, Sister Yu."
During the two years that Yu Fuya led him, it was as agreed at the beginning—in terms of script selection, he was given 100% of the rights.
"Thank you? I have a request." Yu Fuya jokingly replied.
"What? Request?" Ji Li asked back.
Yu Fuya asked Baozi to take these script invitations back to the department, and asked the other party to get a file bag.
Yu Fuya started the topic, "Ever since you became the spokesperson for Ying's Perfume, you haven't taken any TVC shooting for other commercials, have you?"
Ji Li nodded.
In the past two years, he has received many brand endorsements, big and small, but they are all at the level of print shooting and publicity. He has never been exposed to video advertisements like Ying's perfume.
"The endorsement of Ying's Perfume has expired, and both parties plan to suspend the cooperation this year." Yu Fuya said, reporting this fact.
"I know."
After Ji Li endorsed Ying's Perfume, the advertisement exploded and international awards were awarded, and the two sides moved towards a win-win situation.
After the contract expired last year, Ying voluntarily proposed to renew the contract with Ji Li in the print promotion, and still believed that the latter was their only spokesperson.
Seeing him nodding, Yu Fuya continued to explain. The idea of not renewing the contract was based on two points—
First of all, the status of "full-line spokesperson" will restrict Ji Li's contact with other luxury brand endorsements of the same type.
Secondly, the public will have a "visual fatigue period" for the spokesperson. To put it plainly, it will lack freshness.
Two years of cooperation is long enough.
Yu Fuya has no plans to renew her contract, and Ying's top management also plans to try a new spokesperson after consideration.
There was no displeasure in Ji Li's eyes. To him, the considerations of both parties were completely reasonable.
"Who is Ying's new spokesperson?"
"Don't the fat and water flow out? Rentian, whether it's our Chaoying or Ying's investor Ji's, the first choice is Ji Yunqi." Yu Fuya explained directly.
When Ji Li heard his friend's name, he chuckled twice, "It's fine if it's him."
Ji Li was worried at first? He took over the perfume endorsement earlier than Ji Yunqi, and would accidentally affect the other party's path in the original book.
Yu Fuya saw that Ji Li didn't feel any sense of 'peer competition', so she added, "According to Manager Yin, she has been going crazy with Young Master Ji San these two days."
"What's wrong?"
"Ying's perfume has been promoted to become the number one perfume brand in China in the past two years. You? After becoming the spokesperson, I don't know how many celebrities and entertainers are rushing to ask for it, but Ji Yunqi refused to accept this invitation..."
Ji Yunqi was still yelling—
"This is the endorsement that Ji Li took over. He has been such a good spokesperson for the past two years. If you are killed, you can't bypass him and come to me directly. This has something to do with my revolutionary friendship with him!"
"You? Why don't you continue to choose him? Ji Li is so good!"
I have seen artists who sharpen their heads to grab endorsements, but I have never seen artists who persuade advertisers to continue using their previous spokespersons. Ji Yunqi is completely unconventional.
Ji Li really couldn't hold back his smile, and shook his head helplessly, "Miss San is so silly, this really looks like his style."
"Yin Ning sent me a WeChat message last night, saying that if you don't mind, help her persuade this brat."
Ji Li and Ji Yunqi are real friends in the circle, and both belong to the same company as Chaoying. Ying's Perfume has such a high-quality endorsement, why should it be given to artists from other companies
"Of course, I'll talk to him later." Ji Li agreed without thinking.
If Ji Yunqi refuses to accept this endorsement, it will be his turn to feel guilty.
Yu Fu Yaxin? She hooked her lips in satisfaction.
Sure enough, all the children of their Chaoyingjia are well-behaved and loving, unlike other companies who openly "good relationship" and "play frame-up" in private.
"Sister Yu, you? You're only halfway through what you said just now. What request do you need me to promise?" Ji Li changed the subject again.
As soon as the words fell, Baozi took back the file bag from Yu Fuya's mouth.
Yu Fuya handed a thick stack of advertising contracts to Ji Li.
"Natural mineral water, can I give you the global spokesperson? The talk is over, and the endorsement is a full line of products. According to the requirements of the advertising party, do you need it? This spokesperson cooperates with shooting two sets of print advertisements and one video advertisement."
When Baozi heard this brand, his mouth was so exaggerated that he could stuff an egg, "Sister Yu, you? What? When are you going to talk about this brand? Awesome!"
Yu Fuya pursed her lips, "It was Ji Li's performance in "Long Island Iced Tea" that was brilliant enough to harvest their high-level fans. I just did what I was supposed to do."
In fact, this brand has had competition in choosing spokespersons.
Yu Fuya never panicked. After she took the time to come to the door and give a neat introduction, it took another half a month to help Ji Li win the endorsement.
However, regardless of the hard work involved, it is her duty as a manager.
If Ji Li's career can be improved to a higher level, it will be the biggest gain for her as a manager.
Ji Li flipped through the endorsement contract to learn about the brand.
The origin of Natural mineral water is in the south-central region of France. Because of the unique geographical location of the crater, this indeed high-quality mineral groundwater has been created.
At first, it was the special water for the French royal family, and later it was developed? It became the exclusive water for the upper class, and then it was opened for civilian drinking water.
Although the water quality is standardized, Natural Mineral Water can create two series, both of which satisfy their respective user groups.
The first series pursued 'extreme luxury'. The body of the mineral water bottle was made in cooperation with a luxury jewelry designer, and won the first prize in an international design competition.
The cost of the bottle body alone is expensive, and basically rich people buy it for psychological enjoyment.
The second series pursues 'local simplification'. It is produced from the place of origin and has been exported to more than 20 countries one after another.
Every country has a localized name, for example, in China it is called 'Shengquan' mineral water.
"Their company has always used the money from the first series to take care of the sales expenses of the second series, so even if the localization of large expenses is done, it can still make profits every year."
Especially in France and neighboring countries, it is the mineral water that sells the most throughout the year, and its annual total sales can also rank first and second in the world.
Not everyone can afford luxury watches and jewelry, but mineral water is available, and its demand audience includes both high-end and ordinary people.
Yu Fuya carefully analyzed the advantages of this spokesperson with Ji Li, "A full-line global spokesperson, even if the term is only one year, is enough for you? Earn enough exposure all over the world."
Ji Li went through the contract and thought there was nothing wrong with it? Big problem, "Sister Yu, you? Just contact me to confirm the shooting time of the advertisement."
During the two months of waiting to join the group, it is not a waste of time to have such an advertising endorsement.
"Okay, I heard from the person in charge of the advertisement that they brought you, the spokesperson's name, to Director Adolf, in order to facilitate cooperation in commercial shooting."
The original perfume advertisement was very famous in the advertising industry, and the Natural brand should want to create a beautiful video again.
Ji Li raised his eyebrows and readily agreed.
Having said that, he and Qin Li were able to form a bond because of "Long Island Iced Tea", and the matchmaking of director Adolf was indispensable.
"One more thing. The producer of "Reverse Hunting" notified two days ago that the finished film has been reviewed and may be released on a suitable date in the first half of the year."
"Specific matters? I will let Baozi contact them, and we will talk about it at the meeting tomorrow."
"it is good."
Ji Li's eyes brightened slightly, and he nodded.
It seemed that even if he didn't join the group for two and a half months, he was busy.
"It's getting late, I'll ask Baozi to take you back?" Yu Fuya glanced at the time.
"No need, I'll just ask the driver to send it back. The security measures in the community are quite strict, so there shouldn't be any problems? Fans besiege." Ji Li got up and replied.
"Ji Li, I know you? Working with Qin Li? You've always been measured."
Yu Fuya stood up after him, and explained earnestly, "But now that there are so many CP fans, correspondingly there will be many entertainment reporters staring at you."
"You guys must be careful when you go out to prevent being followed."
"If you meet at home, you have to close the doors and windows. If your relationship is exposed, I don't need to remind you how serious it is, right?"
Ji Li understood that Yu Fuya was thinking about him, and nodded carefully, "Sister Yu, you? Don't worry, we all understand."
"Okay, go back and rest early."
"Um."
…
As soon as Ji Li opened the door of the house, the two fluffy ones posted up one after the other.
Xuebing pulled his legs begging for a hug, while the major general sat down and raised his head begging to be stroked.
When Ji Li heard the sound of dripping water in the bathroom, he knew that it was Qin Li who had brought these two cuties back. He rubbed the pets before closing the door and walking to the living room.
Qin Yue has a strong sense of protection, and has long since closed the doors and windows to make it airtight. Not long after, he came out of the bathroom.
Qin Li was wearing a bath towel, and his upper body was so empty that he didn't have time to put on clothes. His strong abdominal muscles still attracted attention.
Ji Li sank into the sofa, stared straight at him, and joked, "Film Emperor Qin, are you trying to seduce me?"
"You? What do you mean?" Qin Li approached, with the heat from the bath still on his body, making Ji Li's breath hot for a while.
"Stay away from the heat." Ji Li hurriedly pushed him away.
Since returning to China, the two haven't seen each other for another three days. Qin Li's stickiness has come up now, and he is still leaning against the edge of the sofa, "... Libao."
Ji Li had no choice but to vacate half a seat for him to sit next to him, "Are you done with the announcement?"
"Almost, it's just shooting and interviewing for two magazines. However, I'm going to work abroad in a week."
"Have you found a new movie?" Ji Li asked.
"I told you about the apocalyptic disaster movie last year, do you still remember?" Qin Li asked back.
Thinking of this, Ji Li nodded.
This is the film project of Qin Li and Li Xing a long time ago, and Li Zhi wanted to occupy the gap in the world of disaster films in Huaguo.
But Qin Li said that the hero of this film is reserved for him? Why do you want to start filming now
Qin Li saw his doubts, and replied with a smile, "I'm not the male lead who wants to occupy you, but after many discussions, I decided to make a prequel to the first part."
During the past year, Qin Li learned from many excellent directors of disaster films. According to everyone's opinion, if this film wants to expand to overseas markets, it has to be done step by step.
Originally, the film planned to start the narrative directly from the "fifth year after the disaster", but under the proposal, Qin Li and the film crew planned to start from the beginning of the disaster.
In this way, it is convenient for the audience to have a fresh impression of the doomsday world in the movie, and it is also convenient for the shooting of future sequels.
The preparations are almost done, and it is planned to start filming early next month. Qin Li, as the investment, producer and starring role of the first film, needs to rush to prepare early.
"Well, that sounds plausible."
"Of course it has to be reliable. I have to take the lead for my baby." Qin Li circled him.
Ji Li snorted twice, and also talked about his future plans, before talking about ordinary things
"Domestic is no better than foreign countries, you? Even if you return to China in the future, you don't have to carry your keys and bags to check in, so you're not afraid of being discovered by Yuji?"
"I'm very careful." Qin Li was aggrieved.
"I can't live in my own mansion, so I have to go to my rented small house. Be careful that I ask you for accommodation expenses."
Ji Li's current residence is the one that Chaoying found for him at the beginning. He has saved enough money to buy a house, but he was busy with work in the second half of last year, and he hasn't had time to find a new house.
"Accommodation fee? How much?" Qin Li asked with a smile.
"Why do you have to have the standard fee for the presidential suite?" Ji Li joked with the lion and opened his mouth, "With Qin Yingdi's worth, this rent is still affordable?"
Qin Li's eyes shimmered, he stroked the side of his neck and patted him, "Boss Ji, can I exchange my labor for housing expenses, and then exchange for housing rights?"
Ji Li shook his head and stopped the movement of his hands, "I don't have anything to do here? Let you do the housework."
"Who said I have to do housework?"
Qin Li got up suddenly and hugged him in his arms like a child, with deep meaning, "I'm talking about another kind of physical labor."
"..."
Ji Li reacted slowly, his face was heated up by Qin Li's coquettish words, and his legs unconsciously curled up on his body.
"Who wants you? That kind of manual labor!"
Qin Li raised his eyebrows without rebutting, and hugged his lover even tighter.
Under the gaze of the major general and Xuebing's puzzled eyes, he took his baby back to the bedroom directly, "Didn't you say you have to pay for the accommodation?"
Qin Li rubbed against Ji Li's earlobe, his deep voice was bewitching.
"Libao."
"I'd be happy to oblige."
The author has something to say: #特别正正科普: Manual labor is conducive to physical and mental health, but we must pay attention to the combination of work and rest and do what we can! [Jihanhan brand thumbs up.JPG]