The era of top influencers that started with illiteracy

Chapter 87: The Clever Minds of the Three Giants

The meal went very well.

Before leaving, Qiaoshan made an appointment with Shen Jian for class the next day.

He had originally intended to suggest going for a foot massage.

However, Yang Tianzhen sternly stopped her in the end.

the next day.

Shen Jian arrived at the company at around 10:30.

This is the time I arranged to meet Qiaoshan.

Liangmu even borrowed a rehearsal room from the company for them.

Because of my previous experience with stand-up comedy training.

This time, we didn't make a big fuss about it, so that the whole company would know.

So many company employees were unaware of it and didn't crowd the entrance to watch the commotion.

However, Yang Tianzhen, Liang Mu, and the others still observed from the outside.

Inside the rehearsal room.

The bridge-shaped shirt has changed from its usual loose fit:

"Shen Jian, I asked around with a friend last night, and it seems that there are about twenty or thirty well-known comedy troupes participating in this season of Comedy Star, so the pressure is considerable."

The current theater troupe performances are very similar to the operating model of stand-up comedy and even the rap scene.

Each label has its own actors who usually earn money by performing on stage in their respective theaters.

After all, there are only so many film and television resources.

When there are no films or TV shows to film, this is the only way for them to earn a living through live performances, similar to theatrical productions.

After all, there are so many comedians, not everyone can stand out and have scenes to film every day.

Therefore, having a show like "The Comedians" is a rare opportunity for all comedians.

Shen Jian was also aware of this.

Currently in China, apart from shows like "Happy Muggle" which have reached the pinnacle of popularity, the more well-known ones are...

There are also some upstream labels, such as: Danliren, Naojuchang, Overload Theater, Fanli Improv, Yizhimai Theater, Sixiao Theater, etc.

Most of the actors and writers for this program came from these production companies.

Shen Jian: "Don't worry, Shan-ge. I'll lie down on my own if I'm under a lot of pressure."

Yang Tianzhen: "..."

Ryogi: "..."

"Uh..." Qiaoshan gave a thumbs up: "Haha, well said, that's right. Newcomers shouldn't be afraid, just act however you want."

Actually, there is no fixed pattern to comedy performance. You have to understand why the audience laughs... and comedians are different from other actors.

Every comedian has their own unique characteristics. Whether you rely on your unexpected looks or your natural charisma in your performance, it's all good.

But remember, it's better to mess up the performance or burst out laughing than to be the most conventional one.

A performance that is flawless lacks distinctiveness.

In this industry, if you lack uniqueness, you're just mediocre. Audiences won't remember you, and you'll quickly be forgotten.

Qiaoshan explained some conceptual things to Shen Jian.

This did give Shen Jian some inspiration.

A performance definitely needs some "characteristics".

...

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the other side.

Kiwi Building.

Inside the office at this moment.

The atmosphere was a bit oppressive.

The usually proud Director Ma seemed rather unhappy.

The smile that used to be so easily controlled, the crooked mouth, hasn't appeared for several days now.

I don't know where they got the information from.

Anyway, he already knew that Shen Jian had reached a cooperation agreement with Tencent.

The war was over before it even started, which caught him off guard and, more importantly, made him lose face.

"Is this woman crazy? A newcomer asking for 160 million for a gig? Isn't she deliberately trying to cause me trouble?"

This is breaking the rules, damaging the variety show ecosystem, and inflating prices!

Beside him, his assistant, Xiaowei, listened helplessly.

She knew that trying to persuade them at this point would be useless, since this kind of thing had happened more than once or twice.

When it comes to spending money.

Ma Dong always loses more than he wins, mainly because he's too stingy.

"Xiaowei, do you think there's any other way we can get Shen Jian back?"

"Mr. Ma, I think we should just forget about it. There's definitely no chance this time. I heard the contracts over there are already finalized."

"How can that be allowed? I found her, why should she steal it from me?"

"You should have sent out the invitation earlier, or at least been more generous and offered a good price."

Ma Dong's face fell, clearly displeased: "Am I, as a director, less important than a price quote?"

"Mr. Ma, you're great in every way, but sometimes you're too confident. But there's no need to rush things. After all, this quarter is over, and we still have next quarter and the quarter after that. We can just schedule another one then."

Xiaowei finished speaking.

Ma Dong's expression suddenly changed: "That's right, a temporary victory is not a true victory; only those who laugh last are the strong ones!"

"Well……"

"Letting Wang Juan win this round wouldn't be a bad idea. Once she uses this show to make Shen Jian famous, I can then step in and take her down. Wouldn't that be like reaping the rewards of victory directly?"

"Mr. Ma is wise!"

Ma Dong's lips curled into a smile: "Xiao Wei, take a look at the sponsorship opportunities for variety show projects. See if there are any good ones. Compile a list for me. It's time to make a big move!"

"???"

Ma Dong ignored Xiao Wei, who looked completely bewildered.

They already have a grand plan in mind, preparing to surpass Tencent in every aspect in the future.

But it's still ringing.

A phone call suddenly came in.

He glanced at the number, then his expression suddenly froze.

After a long while.

He still chose to answer the call.

Soon a woman's voice came from the other end.

"Hey Mr. Ma, why haven't you answered the phone all this time?"

Ma Dong sneered, "President Wang, impressive tactics. Such a high offer, just to snatch a newcomer from me. You've really gone to a lot of trouble."

Wang Juan: "Is it high? 1.6 million is still money? Sorry, sorry, I forgot that Kiwi's annual investment budget is not high, but it's different for me. The headquarters always gives me a lot, and I don't even know where to use it. Sigh, having too much money is also a headache."

grass……

Ma Dong's mouth twisted slightly with anger, but he still managed to maintain his composure: "President Wang, don't be anxious. What goes around comes around. And you'd better not just focus on me; you should at least take a look at Zhuang Zhuo next door too."

Wang Juan: "I don't need you to remind me."

Ma Dong: "By the way, how much of your budget is left for your self-produced variety show segment this year?"

Wang Juan: "Asking that is so unprofessional! If I tell you, you'll know our investment for the next two quarters, right?"

Ma Dong: "You called, can't I ask you something?"

Wang Juan: "No."

Doodle.

The phone hangs up.

Ma Dongqi's face turned red with anger.

However, I took a deep breath and adjusted my state.

The more I think about it, the more upset I get.

He picked up his phone again and made a call.

Not long after.

A man's voice came from the other end.

"Mr. Ma? What brings you calling me?"

Ma Dong smiled and said, "President Zhuang, it's nothing much, I just heard some news recently."

Zhuang Zhuo: "Oh? What?"

Ma Dong: "I heard that Tencent has a very generous budget. They just snatched a newcomer from me with money, and they're saying they'll spend a lot more to hire top stars later. Wow, they're really rich."

Zhuang Zhuo: "Hmph, money can buy good content?"

Ma Dong: "See, that's exactly right, but Wang Juan still looks down on us."

Zhuang Zhuo: "It's just money, you'll see."

Ma Dong: "Haha, President Zhuang is so domineering. Okay, let's leave it at that for now."

The phone hangs up.

Ma Dong sighed softly, "You can follow this wave, but I'm not."

the other side.

Inside the offices of the Yuku building.

Zhuang Zhuo put down his phone and chuckled, "What kind of tricks are you playing? Do you really think I'm stupid?"