Becoming a Movie Star, System Only Finished Loading After Ten Years

After getting the green light from the boss, Yang Liu and the team started working.

In the first phase, eight animation studios were selected, and these eight animation companies were evaluated. Ultimately, investment based on valuation was made, acquiring 30% of the shares in the animation studios.

The selection committee led by Qi Hao was no longer sufficient to support such professional evaluation.

The team invited external support.

For example, seasoned experts in the domestic animation industry, some of whom have even participated in the production and distribution of works like "Nezha's Sea Battle" and "Treasure Lotus Lamp," as well as others who often interact with Neon and Hollywood animation.

There were academicians as well as practitioners.

Qingqing Tree, where "Kuiba" is located, also participated, obtaining Qi Hao's investment, essentially earning a ticket ahead of time.

Wang Chuan welcomed Qi Hao's side investing in his company with open arms, gloriously becoming one of the Eight Great Kings.

As a kid exempted from the entrance exam, he also joined the selection committee.

Serving as a judge on the panel, he might be biased due to personal connections, but at least he wouldn't let those who professionally deceive for money sneak in.

After all, he still hopes to continue hanging out with Qi Hao.

The studios being invested in aren't limited to animation production; they also include content creation, anime software technology development, copyrights, and peripherals, among others.

The eight studios in the first phase aren't all.

There will be subsequent groups, a second Eight Great Kings, a third Eight Great Kings...

After all, these animation studios are really dirt cheap.

Qi Hao uses West Hao Film Industry to integrate these animation studios.

In the future, West Hao Film Industry will mainly focus on making anime films.

The eight studios cannot be selected overnight, and investing 30% each is not such a big number.

Many animation studios can't even reach a valuation of ten million.

However, Qi Hao's move is truly impressive; it's like he's set to sweep through all the animation studios.

The National Animation Development Alliance was established smoothly along with it.

Money really can act recklessly.

This National Animation Development Alliance adopts an introduction-based membership method.

The introduction-based membership method refers to new members joining an organization or group through the recommendation and introduction of existing members.

This method usually requires existing members to serve as introducers, examining, recommending the backgrounds and motivations of new members, and conducting a certain range of assurances.

Not to mention the joint liability if something goes wrong; at the very least, it's a blow to your reputation.

Through Wang Chuan's networking efforts, plus some people proactively contacting him, the alliance quickly counted hundreds under its belt.

Qi Hao's side approved the alliance's request to host an animation exhibition and even provided funds for activities.

If you don't invest in kids, you can't catch the wolves; some money has to be spent.

As for their request for animation works selection and awarding, Qi Hao can't make the final decision on this; it must be applied to the Ministry of Culture and done under their guidance.

Currently, the national support for domestic animation is strong, better applied than regular film award events.

Although Qi Hao isn't considered part of the domestic animation scene, he's been chosen as the honorary president.

This president doesn't need to manage affairs, just be responsible for funding.

Of course, not just ordinary members of the National Animation Development Alliance, even the studios selected for a 20% investment don't necessarily get Qi Hao's project funding.

West Hao Film Industry has the priority investment rights and also the right not to invest.

On November 20th, Qi Hao participated in the opening ceremony of "Let the Bullets Fly."

This movie is finally starting production.

It's quite a tale, Qi Hao thought Jiang Wen had turned into Wang Jiawei.

Wang Jiawei's "Grandmaster" is still in preparation, with multiple announcements of starting production, all turning out to be false.

Last time Yang Liu said Jiang Wen planned to start filming in November, Qi Hao was skeptical.

Only when he boarded a plane to Guangdong Province did he begin to feel more real.

The filming location was slightly out of the way, but including director Jiang Wen, leading actors Liang Jiahui, Ge You, Liu Jialin, Chen Kun, among others, all key creative personnel were present, making for an extremely grand lineup.

It feels more intriguing than regular award ceremonies.

This film has been drawing attention since the day casting began, not only for its many star collaborations but also for its connection to Qi Hao.

Papers can't cover fire, Qi Hao's foray into capital and his investment in "Let the Bullets Fly" as a major production partner is already no secret.

Even people outside the circle know.

Those seniors who once received eggs from Qi Hao naturally know, that young man back then, has now become something extraordinary.

Jealous?

No such thing!

This is such good bragging material.

Receiving eggs from Qi Hao, recognizing a hero during his most humble times, and having close interactions with him is enough for them to boast until their last breath.

Fans are happy for Qi Hao too.

The entertainment circle is too chaotic; at least now people don't have to worry about Qi Hao's behind.

"Mr. Qi Hao!"

Liang Jiahui and Qi Hao collaborated on "October Fortress," and recent promotional events often brought them together.

But Liang Jiahui still feels somewhat uneasy.

He can't help it; Qi Hao is so impressive that he gets a new impression every day.

Currently, in Liang Jiahui's eyes, Qi Hao is akin to Yang Shoucheng and Lin Jianyue, those entertainment industry giants.

No longer someone he can see as a junior in the entertainment circle.

"Brother Hui, it's only been a few days, but you seem to have an overwhelming presence now."

Qi Hao held great respect for Liang Jiahui and greeted him first before shaking hands with Ge You.

Ge You and Jiang Wen were the kind of friends you'd have a drink with.

"There's no overwhelming presence; the pressure to play this role is immense."

Liang Jiahui complained. If his presence was genuinely uncontrollable, he wouldn't have to worry so much.

"No one but you can play this role!"

Qi Hao flattered him, though the authenticity was questionable, but he did have confidence in Liang Jiahui.

There are truly few who could surpass Liang Jiahui in acting skills.

For example, when comparing Liang Jiahui to Liang Chaowei, they each have their supporters, and Qi Hao was a supporter of Liang Jiahui.

From emperors to common folk, there wasn't a role Liang Jiahui couldn't play.

Moreover, Liang Jiahui was someone with a pure sense of patriotism.

No matter if the country was weak or strong, whether he was a big star or a street vendor, he stayed true to his identity.

As for Liang Chaowei, he didn't have much patriotism.

The one who pays is his father.

Ancestors mean nothing to him.

Qi Hao exchanged pleasantries with everyone and found a place to chat with Liang Jiahui and Ge You.

Jiang Wen was busy like a dog.

So, the three of them belonged to the high-end circle.

"I'm thinking of taking on a role lately, but I'm not particularly confident, worried it might not end well if I mess it up."

Qi Hao was talking about "Hello! Mr. Tree." Despite mentally preparing and doing extensive experience and exploration in the training space, he still wasn't sure if he could perform well.

Perhaps it was because he no longer had that bold, desperate courage.

When filming "Heavenly Dog," he had a very good mindset.

Of course, he thought of improving his acting skills; as long as he acted better than before, it was fine. At worst, he'd just get scolded.

Now that he's the Golden Rooster Best Actor, performing poorly would be embarrassing.

"Honestly, I feel that way every time I take on a role."

Liang Jiahui didn't seem to be joking at all.

"With your skills, you're worried?"

Qi Hao thought that even if Liang Jiahui wasn't at the level of the Sweeping Monk, he was at least within the Five Extremes category. How could he lack confidence against anyone?

"It's been like this for many years. I just transform that worry into motivation. Whether it's a big or small role, I give it my all, do my homework thoroughly, and then strive to perform the role well."

Liang Jiahui was full of emotion.

Everyone says he's the versatile film emperor, able to play anything from street vendors to emperors, but no one pays attention to how much he sacrifices to play a role well.

It's like other people's success is all about luck and talent.

"What kind of role is it, tell us about it."

Ge You was also interested. He and Liang Jiahui were similar, but he was more laid-back than Liang Jiahui.

He couldn't give his full energy to every role.

But for roles he valued, he was just as dedicated as Liang Jiahui.

It was all honed bit by bit, thinking even in dreams, and continuing after waking up.

"It's a rural fringe character..."

To the rural areas and fringe characters, these two film emperor-level experts were not strangers at all.

Actually, in the training space, Qi Hao had already communicated with them.

Ge You and Liang Jiahui were Qi Hao's training NPCs.

Unfortunately, the training space wasn't intelligent enough, and as NPCs, they could only teach based on the script roles.

Now it was different; it was targeted face-to-face teaching.

"What's the big deal about having a big difference in appearance? Nowadays, makeup techniques are advanced; anything from facial features, skin to wrinkles can be done..."

Liang Jiahui listened to Qi Hao's description and immediately started helping with analysis.

"I'm telling you, the bigger the gap with your personal image, the more it can enhance your acting skills. If you always play people like yourself, you'll get typecast over time. While you're young, quickly smash your solidified image."

Ge You clearly didn't think it was a big deal either.

"Some aspects I don't quite understand..."

Qi Hao had studied the script for days, observed several people like Mr. Tree, and watched many film and literary works.

But there were still things he felt bewildered about.

So, while he had the opportunity, he started asking Liang Jiahui and Ge You for advice, essentially getting these two film emperors to give him a specialized film emperor masterclass.

Liang Jiahui and Ge You were very proactive.

Not only did they help analyze the role, but they also expressed many of their views on how to perform the role.

Providing Qi Hao a reference.

The level of enthusiasm was not less than that in the training space.

There was no help for it. Qi Hao was now one of the investors, and no one knew if they might need to rely on him in the future.

More connections meant more opportunities, and Qi Hao was the best connection to have.

Chen Kun watched the three of them gesticulating, with Liang Jiahui and Ge You even giving Qi Hao personal demonstrations, and it'd be a lie to say he wasn't envious.