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Chapter 785: Chapter 330: 2016, The End_2
When "Produce 101" finally rolled around, only Kun Kun, the wild chicken trainee, was left. He really proved himself, solidified his role as the biggest demon king in the script with his talent, and eventually debuted in the coveted centerpiece position, becoming a top-tier celebrity.
Then, it was all backroom trading, without a single exception.
The fans were played for fools by the program’s editing and the entertainment companies’ manipulations, their minds muddled and their sentiments manipulated.
Result... hehe.
So the domestic talent shows deserved to die, and with their demise, the world was cleansed.
But if you asked whether this kind of influence was desirable... duh!
Of course, it had to be seized and exploited to the fullest.
Yang Chaoyue had to be kept in hand; once the Magic Capital branch was established, she would be brought in.
As for the others, Duan Aojuan, Yang Ziting, and Zhang Zining, if they could be brought in, great; if not, they could train their own.
These girls didn’t have the influencer physique and weren’t on the same level as Chao Yue Sister in terms of value.
Despite Yang Chaoyue being unable to sing, dance, or act well, she was a born variety-show and live-streaming Sacred Body. If it weren’t for the massive following and excessive leading of public opinion later, her live-streaming performance would be top-tier among all internet celebrities.
Su Huai brought her in, not planning to train her in singing, dancing, or rap, but just let her continue on her original path.
After her rise, she’d reject all those terrible scripts. If there was a chance for her to play herself, she might act in one or two productions; otherwise, she’d just honestly mix it up in variety shows.
What was wrong with pairing her up with Meng Ziyi for a super vigorous combination?
These days, everyone is under a lot of pressure. Let them have some fun and entertain, become a top-tier celebrity without any notable works, making it much more relaxing.
As for male idols... Su Huai had no need for them.
The ecology for male top-tier celebrities was entirely different, and it wouldn’t significantly benefit Xingyu to bring them back.
From the current trajectory, Xingyu’s only point of entry into the traditional entertainment industry would be via cinemas. They couldn’t handle a video platform or production themselves.
Wang, however, was interested in integrating into variety show and film production, but he didn’t make any significant splash.
First, he couldn’t secure good projects, and even when he did get theoretically favorable projects, people weren’t willing to put in the effort to help him succeed.
This big brother had paid a considerable tuition fee; thank goodness he didn’t stubbornly pursue big productions, or he’d have lost even his shorts.
Su Huai was more pragmatic, planning to root in personal IP incubation, focus on agriculture, tourism, and build a supply chain, and then pursue a strategy of cultural export and global consumer-brand coverage.
The value of influence was definitely rising, but even if it earned more money in the entertainment industry, it couldn’t compare to the societal value of reinvesting in tangible industries.
In the business world, the influence hierarchy is as follows: the highest is that of companies like Huawei which drive technological innovation; next comes industrialist impacting millions of jobs; then it’s people like Dong Yuhui who boost local tourism and agricultural product sales; and following that, the soft promotion of culture by people like Li Ziqi...
If the entertainment industry’s influence can’t go global positively, it’s no different from being an internet celebrity.
Being a Mary Sue in ancient dramas or a female broadcaster shouting "brother, you’re awesome", both provide emotional value. Who’s to say which is more noble?
If someone is capable, let them make a "Star You" that makes all of Asia envious of our developed and esteemed environment, or spread magnificent culture like "Journey to the West". Otherwise, popular ponytail dramas and Mary Sue period dramas are futile in the grand scheme.
So, it doesn’t really matter whether the idols follow film and TV, but it’s beneficial to have more variety celebrities and comedians who can drive company strategy.
"Pay attention and scout out a girl group for reserves; give it a try."
With a big cookie, he stabilized Sister Susan and Su Huai concentrated on the program.
As the big sister of the company, Yuji didn’t dance but gathered a few sisters to form a band and played the guitar lightly.
Zhang Dayi also brought a bunch of sisters, staged a village girl fashion show with large headscarves, cotton-padded jackets, long underwear, and red stockings... it was hilariously good.
Internal entertainment, this was quite satisfactory.
But the company’s two big factions were already subtly taking shape, prompting many to ponder.
Cheese whispered to him, "Why didn’t Quanquan come? It would have been livelier with her, three big sisters competing..."
Su Huai replied, "After we swap shares with Miss Gu, she’ll join as a shareholder representative and officially become part of the company."
This rich and beautiful persona, forged to perfection.
Aside from a few executives, no one in the company knew Quanquan’s true nature; they all thought she was Su Huai’s friend from the same social circle.
Cheese couldn’t help but mutter again, "My goodness, three big factions, all women, don’t you feel our family is a bit overwhelming with Yin and lacking in Yang?"
Su Huai smiled lightly: More than that, we almost have four or five.
He beckoned and called Li Ziqi over.
"How have things been recently? Enjoying the shooting?"
Li Jiajia looked even "cleaner" than the last time he saw her, exuding simplicity and rustic charm from inside out. Though she was petite and dressed plainly, she looked very healthy.
"Extremely enjoyable," she nodded vigorously, "Without the pressures of life, I’m now doing what I love, and every day is fulfilling."
"That’s good to hear; I’ve always been worried about living up to your trust."
Su Huai’s words carried a sense of a "wise leader," charmingly persuasive.
But indeed, with Xingyu’s involvement, Li Ziqi had improved for the better.
In terms of shooting, the photographers had rich experience and matched her channel perfectly. In marketing, Xingyu nearly maximized community sharing and SEO on YouTube. In daily life, her assistant helped take care of her grandmother and handle external affairs...
