Becoming Rich with Daily Scavenging APP-Chapter 392: In the Octagonal Cage

"By the way, how come you guys are in Thailand too? Are you here to shoot a movie?"

After sitting down, Chen Yiyang asked Cheng Sicheng why he came to Thailand.

"I bought the rights to a film. Because the subject matter is sensitive, it’s difficult to shoot in the country, so we’re planning to shoot in Thailand."

"Which movie?"

"An Indian film, ’Drishyam’." Cheng Sicheng replied.

"I think I’ve seen it."

Thanks to the many movie review bloggers online nowadays.

Chen Yiyang has watched general content explanations of any decent movie worldwide.

"We bought the rights to remake it, planning to reproduce the film."

"That indeed should be filmed in Thailand." Chen Yiyang agreed, nodding.

’Drishyam’ is about a middle-aged man who kills a privileged young official’s son for harassing his daughter, and to avoid detection, he engages in a battle of wits with the police.

This kind of subject matter, if set domestically, would definitely not pass censorship.

"I have a drama with a second female lead role, and I’d like to invite your actress, Song Xi to play it. What do you think?"

"Inviting Song Xi to act?" Chen Yiyang looked at Cheng Sicheng in surprise.

Song Xi has begun appearing in some film and television dramas now.

But since her acting skills still need polishing, Chen Yiyang had never let her take on major roles.

Unexpectedly, Cheng Sicheng proactively invited Song Xi to play the second female lead.

"Is she capable?"

"Acting can be taught, and besides, starting out in major productions with significant roles is good for a newcomer’s future acting career."

Cheng Sicheng made a valid point.

Chen Yiyang knew the other party wanted to win his favor.

But he didn’t understand why.

Cheng Sicheng presumably doesn’t lack investment.

As for other resources, Chen Yiyang felt he didn’t have much to help the other party.

However, Cheng Sicheng quickly told Chen Yiyang the reason.

"Even if ’Drishyam’ is set in Thailand, since it’s all domestic actors, there’s always uncertainty about passing censorship."

"Why don’t you try submitting it first and see if it passes. If it doesn’t, I can help you find someone to inquire."

Chen Yiyang indeed knows people in the relevant departments.

Yet, he dared not make promises too confidently; making such claims could backfire.

If that reaches the ears of relevant personnel, and they become displeased, even if you revise the script to ’BabyBus,’ it might still not pass.

"Alright, let’s collaborate more in the future, Chen." Cheng Sicheng toasted Chen Yiyang after hearing him.

Cheng Sicheng is quite interesting; originally an actor, he suddenly became a director, and now he’s a successful businessman.

All his strategies are aimed at becoming a major force in the entertainment industry.

Such a person can indeed thrive in the entertainment circle.

After chatting with Cheng Sicheng for a while, Chen Yiyang turned to talk with Xu Baoqiang.

"Baoqiang, didn’t you film a few movies before? Do you have new projects now? I’d like to see if there’s a chance to invest."

"My dream of being a director is just a dream. Every film ends up a loss." Xu Baoqiang grimaced.

His first self-directed and self-acted movie earned him a Golden Broom Award directly.

Though later he shot another film with good reviews, it didn’t hit the theaters and almost gained no popularity.

He indeed falls quite short compared to Cheng Sicheng in film-making.

Of course, the biggest difference might be that he aims to shoot original content while Cheng Sicheng keeps trying to combine various elements, making his works more commercial and profitable.

"It might just be that good subjects haven’t come up yet."

"Speaking of subjects," Xu Baoqiang remembered something and said, "I recently saw a news report about a kid from a poverty-stricken mountain area who went to box because no one took care of him at home. I think this subject might be worth filming."

Chen Yiyang knew about the news Xu Baoqiang mentioned.

Those kids originally had no way out in life.

But a boxing coach set up a boxing club and took them to fight, forcing their way to earn a living.

Originally, this was a good thing.

After all, many professional athletes abroad start because their families couldn’t afford it, so they pursued sports and gradually developed.

But after knowing this, some media added fuel and reported it intensely.

This caused all the children to be forced to leave the club and return to the village, leading to the club’s dissolution.

"It’s indeed a pretty good story." Chen Yiyang thought the subject was good but whether Xu Baoqiang could turn it into a good movie was another question.

After eating, they returned to the hotel.

The next day, Chen Yiyang woke up, picked up his phone, and saw the exploit intelligence for today.

Today’s intelligence, ’In the Octagon’: Actor Xu Baoqiang is preparing his second theatrical film; investing now can exploit leaks.

Contact information for relevant personnel is attached on page two.

Chen Yiyang didn’t expect that the subject he discussed with Xu Baoqiang yesterday was already quietly being prepared by Xu Baoqiang for a film.

However, it was understandable that Xu Baoqiang didn’t speak the truth yesterday.

His first directed film nearly ruined his rapport with the audience.

Later, he filmed an online movie, but it didn’t gain much response.

Now preparing his second film, he probably didn’t expect anyone to invest, hence not telling Chen Yiyang the truth.

Thinking of this, Chen Yiyang called Xu Baoqiang to arrange another meeting.

"Mr. Chen, what’s the matter you invited me out for today?" Xu Baoqiang was surprised to be invited out alone by Chen Yiyang.

"After I went back last night and thought about the subject we discussed yesterday, I felt it has potential for a movie."

Chen Yiyang said, "Are you interested in self-directing and acting?"

"Mr. Chen, you think so highly of me?" Xu Baoqiang was a bit shocked.

If Chen Yiyang asked Cheng Sicheng to film this subject, he’d be fine with it.

But asking him to film this kind of movie.

That’s truly thinking highly of him.

Chen Yiyang thought there’s no way the intelligence certification would be false.

However, on the surface, he patiently said to Xu Baoqiang, "I think this subject must be made by you because your life experiences match the resilience of those kids in the news.

Others might misrepresent the story due to their background, but I believe you wouldn’t."

"Mr. Chen." Xu Baoqiang was a bit moved by what Chen Yiyang said.

Just as he was about to say more, Chen Yiyang continued, "How about this? For this film, I promise from my side, no matter how much investment you lack, I’ll cover it.

Once the movie is made, if you’re unsure of its quality, I guarantee a ten-billion box office revenue."