Chinese entertainment: What's wrong with actresses wanting to improve?

Chapter 346: Pacific Rim Premiere

Huang Xiaoming shook hands with Fu Yibai, his attitude respectful and humble.

"Director Fu, I wish 'Pacific Rim' a huge box office success!"

"Thanks."

"Director Fu, my contract with Huayi is about to expire."

I'm planning to set up my own studio. If there are suitable roles for me in the future, please think of me.

I'm not picky about roles; any size is fine.

"Oh? You're not planning to renew your contract?"

Huayi is on a roll right now; it won't be easy for you to go it alone.

Huang Xiaoming sighed helplessly.

"There's no other way; Huayi is preparing to shift its focus towards real estate."

Continuing at Huayi, I won't be able to get any good resources.

I've built up some connections over the years, so I figured I might as well start my own business.

Fu Yibai nodded upon hearing this.

"I hope Director Fu will give me a chance to learn from you."

"Okay, if a suitable role comes up, I'll have someone contact you."

Huang Xiaoming nodded, exchanged a few more pleasantries with Fan Binbin, and then stepped aside.

Zhou Xun walked over from the side.

She wore a dark green velvet mini-skirt today, her short hair was neat, and she looked very charming.

"Director Fu."

Zhou Xun. Long time no see.

"Director Fu's movies are getting bigger and bigger. I've been waiting for Pacific Rim since last year. I came here today to see it as soon as possible."

I hope you won't be disappointed after reading it.

No, it won't.

Zhou Xun shook her head, her tone carrying a firm sense of trust.

"Your films have never disappointed."

After she finished speaking, she raised her glass and stepped back.

Li Binbin followed closely behind.

She wore a black deep-V long dress today, and her makeup was more refined than usual, but the fine lines around her eyes were still noticeable.

She held her champagne glass, glanced at Fan Binbin beside her, and chose to ignore him.

"Director Fu, I wish you great box office success!"

"Thank you, you look beautiful today."

Upon hearing this, Li Binbin was slightly taken aback, but secretly delighted.

He involuntarily straightened his chest.

"Director Fu, when do you have some free time?"

Want to grab a meal together?

"this……"

"Director Fu, please give me some face."

I've invited you so many times over the years, but you've never had the time.

Asking you to have a meal is harder than climbing to heaven.

Her tone carried a hint of half-truth and half-sorrow.

"Your assistant keeps replying to me with 'Mr. Fu's schedule is full.' I'm starting to wonder if you're avoiding me."

"The schedule is indeed quite full."

He's either on set or in the post-production room.

"How about tonight? We can at least have a drink, right?"

Li Binbin raised his glass and looked directly at him.

Fan Binbin, who was standing to the side, secretly hugged Fu Yibai's arm tightly and politely declined.

"Yi Bai doesn't have time tonight; he has a lot of work to do."

Li Binbin ignored Fan Binbin and continued to stare straight at Fu Yibai.

"I do have work tonight."

Next time, Ms. Li, please contact my assistant in advance so we can schedule a time.

Fu Yibai smiled politely.

A hint of disappointment flashed in Li Binbin's eyes, but he quickly put on a professional smile and downed the champagne in his glass.

"I'll remember that, Director Fu."

She didn't press the matter further and stepped back with her champagne glass in hand.

"You're not allowed to bring this woman back; I don't like her."

If you want to try it, you can only eat it outside.

Fan Binbin secretly pinched Fu Yibai's arm.

"Don't worry, she's so old."

I definitely won't bring it home.

"Hmph, so you still want to try it."

"..."

Just after Li Binbin left, Zhang Ziyi walked over. Today, she was wearing a champagne-colored floor-length gown with a deep V-neck that elegantly showcased her collarbone and cleavage.

Her aura remains that of international sharpness and confidence.

She stopped in front of Fu Yibai, her gaze lingering on his face for a few seconds.

"Director Fu, it's been a long time."

"have not seen you for a long time."

Zhang Ziyi, holding a champagne glass, slightly turned her head and glanced at Fan Binbin beside her.

"Binbin, it's been a long time."

Fan Binbin held onto Fu Yibai's arm tightly, a polite smile on her lips.

"It's been a long time."

Was the last time we met in Cannes last year?

"right."

Zhang Ziyi took half a step forward, getting almost imperceptibly close.

"Director Fu, I've been following every one of your movies these past few years."

I've always wanted to collaborate with you; I wonder if you could give me that opportunity?

"Ms. Zhang's acting skills are evident to all. If there is an opportunity, I would certainly like to work with her."

"Does Director Fu have any projects planned for next year?"

"I'm so sorry, I plan to take a break next year. I haven't had time to rest for the past few years, and I'm physically and mentally exhausted."

I need to recharge and find some creative inspiration.

Zhang Ziyi was somewhat disappointed upon hearing this.

"Director Fu, I heard that Franchise Films has several projects in progress."

I know you have a good relationship with Franchise Entertainment and can speak to them.

If a suitable role comes along, I'd love to give it a try.

My English is fine, and I can film action scenes; I won't hold anyone back.

Fan Binbin's fingers moved slightly in Fu Yibai's arm, her face expressionless.

Fu Yibai looked at Zhang Ziyi.

This woman's ambition was always written all over her face.

She's not the type to beat around the bush; she gets straight to the point when she wants something.

"If a suitable role comes up, I'll have someone contact you."

"Director Fu, I'm not here to queue up for a number."

Zhang Ziyi smiled, a smile that contained a hint of self-deprecation and a touch of probing.

She took half a step forward, lowering her voice so that only Fu Yibai and Fan Binbin could hear her.

"Binbin's resources in Hollywood are obvious to everyone in the industry."

Franchise Studios is releasing one big production after another.

Inception, Gravity, Interstellar.

To be honest, I'm very envious.

She looked directly into Fu Yibai's eyes.

"What Binbin can do, I can do too."

The words were spoken very bluntly.

So bluntly, even Fan Binbin next to him raised an eyebrow slightly.

"My conditions are not bad."

He has no shortage of acting skills, English proficiency, or action skills.

What's missing is an opportunity.

"Director Fu can give Binbin a chance, why can't he give me one?"

Fan Binbin finally spoke.

"Ziyi, you're talking as if Yibai owes you something."

Zhang Ziyi glanced at Fan Binbin, and the two women's eyes met briefly in mid-air, their gazes filled with tension.

"Director Fu, I know a lot, and I'm sure you'll be satisfied."

"Give me a chance?"

Fan Binbin gently tugged at Fu Yibai's arm, signaling him to go and greet the other guests.

Fu Yibai understood and politely nodded to Zhang Ziyi.

"Ms. Zhang, I have received your sincerity."

We can discuss the movie in more detail another day.

Zhang Ziyi didn't press the matter, instead flashing a bright smile and raising her glass in a gesture of respect.

"Then I'll wait for Director Fu's message."

After speaking, she turned gracefully and blended into the elegantly dressed crowd.

Fan Binbin watched her retreating figure and snorted softly, "Hmph, they're all so direct."

Fu Yibai patted the back of her hand but didn't reply.