vstars Chapter 100 I Want to Be 4th
Chapter 100 I Want to Be 4th
Chapter 100 I Want Fourth Place
"The second trend is already emerging in Hollywood."
"Mr. Shao, you're used to that old-fashioned employer-employee relationship where I'm the boss and you're the laborer. But across the ocean, the rules are starting to change."
Qin Han was not intimidated by Run Run Shaw's aura. Instead, he leaned back on the sofa more relaxed and quickly explained the "package deal" he was using with a smile: "Independent producers like me will first buy out the best scripts, find the most suitable directors, and then finalize the best stars."
"With all of this, no major company would refuse my offer." His voice exuded an air of complete confidence: "This is the foundation of my collaboration with Mr. Raymond Chow, and it is also the model I hope to use to collaborate with Shaw Brothers."
Shaw remained silent for a long time: This is precisely the real reason why he was so eager to see Qin Han tonight.
Ever since Cai Lan mentioned this "package deal" to him, he has been thinking about it and becoming more and more afraid.
Once this model is truly implemented, the foundation upon which Shaw Brothers relied for survival will crumble.
The fact that Brigitte Lin, who had just arrived in Hong Kong, was reluctant to sign a contract with Shaw Brothers during this period is the best proof of this.
But he was still somewhat unwilling.
"Qin Sheng, your package deal system does sound very appealing." Shaw finally spoke, his voice filled with strong skepticism: "In this model, all the bets are placed on the vision of the person who packages the goods."
"Are you really that confident in your judgment? What if you make a mistake—in this industry, one wrong step can lead to utter ruin."
Faced with this interrogation, Qin Han picked up the slightly cooled tea in front of him and drank it all in one gulp: "Mr. Shao, if I didn't even have this much confidence, I wouldn't have been able to establish myself in Hollywood so quickly."
He looked directly into Run Run Shaw's eyes and said, word by word, "So far, I haven't made a single mistake; and I won't make a mistake in the future either."
"Han's Film Industry will only win! Win! Win!"
This is utterly arrogant.
But ironically, this arrogance, coupled with Qin Han's composed demeanor, didn't evoke any sense of aversion; instead, it felt perfectly natural.
As Run Run Shaw looked at the spirited young man in front of him, he seemed to see himself decades ago, when he ventured alone to Southeast Asia and screened movies in the countryside of Singapore.
Back then, wasn't it with this "I'm the best in the world" mentality that I built this vast empire?
The sharpness in his eyes gradually turned into appreciation, and he leaned back on the sofa: "Okay! Anything else?"
Qin Han stood up, walked to the center of the living room, reached out and gently patted the color television on the cabinet: "Grandpa Shao, this is the third and biggest trend I want to talk about: it is the cornerstone of the future global entertainment empire."
Black and white televisions are now common in Hong Kong, while color televisions are still a luxury.
However, with the development of industry, color TVs quickly became popular in Hong Kong and became an essential household appliance.
Even the largest movie theater only has a few hundred seats; but television connects millions or tens of millions of viewers.
"This little box is why I was determined to adapt Mr. Jin Yong's works into a TV series," Qin Han said with a smile to the old man in front of him. "When Guo Jing and Huang Rong appear in their living room every night, having dinner with the family, for two whole months—"
"This kind of influence is unmatched by any other film."
"A larger audience and a longer broadcast period mean higher GG revenue and broadcasting fees covering the whole of Asia."
"Back then, we weren't just selling TV dramas, but a lifestyle that was different from the past."
After hearing those words, Shaw's mind became instantly clear.
In the past, he always regarded TVB as a supplement to Shaw Brothers films, a platform for broadcasting news and variety shows.
If what Qin Han said is true, then "Jin Yong's martial arts dramas" will definitely become a storm sweeping across the entire Asia!
Wherever there are Chinese people, who doesn't read Jin Yong's works? It's a gold mine far larger than any movie!
Shaw stood up, straightened his suit, and gave Qin Han a slight smile for the first time: "Mr. Qin, your words tonight are worth a fortune."
He walked up to Qin Han and extended his hand, saying, "Since we want to build this momentum, we need the best soldiers."
"Let's go, Li Xiaohua's side is probably getting impatient. Let's go see what kind of future female stars they are."
Kowloon Tong, Broadcast Drive.
Tonight, the TVB building is brightly lit, resembling a crystal palace.
The plaza outside the building was already packed with reporters who had come after hearing the news, and flashes of light were going off one after another, illuminating the night sky as if it were daytime.
As Run Run Shaw's personal car slowly drove through the gate, a commotion broke out in the crowd.
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"Sixth Uncle, you've finally arrived! The final has already begun!" When Li Xiaohe saw that in addition to Run Run Shaw and Cai Lan, the young Qin Han was also getting out of the car, a hint of surprise flashed in his eyes, which then turned into an understanding smile.
The group went directly through the VIP passage to the VIP box on the second floor of the studio, where Jin Yong had been waiting for a long time.
Looking down from the window, the entire stage is laid out before you.
Accompanied by rousing orchestral music, the stage lights suddenly changed, the elegant evening gown segment ended, and the controversial segment...
The much-anticipated swimsuit show has finally arrived.
"Whoosh—"
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A gasp of surprise erupted from the audience, followed by enthusiastic applause.
In the center of the stage, the twelve finalists, dressed in one-piece swimsuits, stood confidently in a row.
Compared to bikinis of later generations, this one-piece swimsuit seemed quite conservative, but in Hong Kong in 1973, it was undoubtedly a bombshell.
The beauties' figures were on full display under the lights, with long legs, slender waists, and youthful vitality.
The emcee, microphone in hand, walked up to the first contestant in line: "Ms. Zhao, if you had the chance to choose only one—beauty or intelligence—what would you choose?"
The beauty brushed a strand of hair behind her ear and said shyly to the camera, "I would choose wisdom. Because beauty fades with time, just as flowers wither; but wisdom is like fine wine, the longer it ages, the more fragrant and mellow it becomes. Moreover, a wise woman knows how to maintain her charm through skincare."
"Bravo!" The judges and audience erupted in thunderous applause.
Looking at the girl answering the question, Qin Han chuckled: I almost forgot, this is the girl who started her journey to stardom from this competition!
Watching this scene from his VIP box, Run Run Shaw nodded in satisfaction: "Mr. Qin, your move was brilliant! Even Mr. Jin Yong is applauding."
The following steps went very smoothly.
The contestants showcased their talents, some demonstrating their skills, while others cleverly answered the emcee's tricky questions.
The atmosphere in the entire studio grew increasingly intense, and finally, all the presentations came to an end.
The judges began nervously tallying the scores.
Inside the VIP box, the big shots also began their "small circle review".
"This year's class is indeed quite good," Cai Lan commented while peeling grapes. "That Sun Yongen, whether it's her demeanor or her speech, has the air of a champion. And that Rong Judy, she looks stylish, with a mixed-race look."
Li Xiaohe echoed, "I also think highly of Sun Yongen. This girl is poised and has a commanding presence. If she represents Hong Kong on a goodwill visit in the future, she won't lose face."
The two chatted enthusiastically, but then noticed that Qin Han remained silent, staring thoughtfully at the beauties on stage.
"Qin Sheng?" Cai Lan leaned closer curiously. "In your professional opinion, which of these beautiful women will make a name for themselves in the film and television industry?"
Run Run Shaw also turned his head and looked at Qin Han with great interest.
Qin Han withdrew his gaze, glanced at the list on the table, and a faint smile appeared on his lips: "Mr. Cai, forgive my bluntness. While those women you mentioned do have excellent temperament and appearance, fitting the public's definition of a 'beauty pageant winner,' however—"
"None of them have a strong sense of camera presence."
Cai Lan continued, "In Qin Sheng's opinion, among these dozen or so people, who has the best camera presence?"
Qin Han pointed to the list: "I think this young lady is quite good."
Jin Yong took the list and glanced at it: "Zhao Zhi? She seems to be a Japanese flight attendant?"
She appeared slightly nervous and even a little shy during the Q&A session, and her voice wasn't as loud and confident as Sun Yongen's.
But under the lights, her eyes, as clear as autumn water, and her graceful and gentle classical Eastern temperament were unforgettable.
Yes, this future White Snake Lady, Feng Chengcheng, the dream lover of countless Asian men, only managed to get fourth place in this year's Miss Hong Kong pageant due to being too nervous and shy, missing out on the top three.
But in the future, she will undoubtedly be the most successful actress among this year's Miss Hong Kong contestants.
Li Xiaohe glanced at the information: "She's a former flight attendant, and quite pretty, but she's a bit too introverted. I just heard the judges discussing that she's not outgoing enough."
"What we need is not generosity, but charm," Qin Han said firmly. "Her shyness is precisely the most valuable quality for acting in period dramas. That pitiful, gentle, and virtuous quality cannot be acted out; it comes from her very being."
"No matter where she ranks tonight, even if she's last, I'm going to sign her."
Run Run Shaw looked again at the still somewhat reserved girl on the stage.
After Qin Han's suggestion, when he looked at her again, he did feel that this girl had a unique and captivating beauty that others didn't possess.
As they were talking, the music on stage became more rousing, and the emcee walked onto the stage with an envelope in hand.
"Ladies and gentlemen, the winner of the first Miss Hong Kong pageant in 1973 was a '7'."
"Miss Sun Yongen!"
Thunderous applause and fluttering ribbons filled the air.
Amidst the commotion, Zhao Zhi, who came in fourth place, stood in a corner. Although he had a smile on his face, a hint of disappointment could not be hidden in his eyes.
Qin Han stood up and waved to the group of bigwigs in the private room: "Gentlemen, now that the result is decided, I'll take my leave."
"I'm going backstage to meet our future Mu Nianci."
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