Mysterious Assistant of the Washed-Up Queen-Chapter 537 - 342: New Variety Show Strikes_3

"Besides, at worst, there are other methods. After all, they only mentioned open auditions; they didn't say they *had* to use people from the auditions, right?"

What does it mean, 'not necessarily using people from open auditions'? It implies that the general public participating in open auditions are definitely lacking in some aspects, whether it's experience, stage control, or performance abilities.

"But there are plenty of lesser-known individuals within the industry who have experience, like conservatory graduates, street performers, bar singers, and backstage crew, among others. These individuals possess professional skills, experience, and stage presence. They've seen more, and many even have stage experience, though they might not be in the spotlight. After all, who really pays attention to the backup bands, arrangers, music directors, harmony singers, and so on?"

In my previous life, weren't many of this show's earliest contestants selected from these kinds of people? As the show progressed, it became even more absurd; they started putting new artists, trained by companies, directly on stage to debut. Talent shows? Contestants from the general public? It might seem like a show for ordinary people, but in the end, wasn't it still a stage for capital? Otherwise, why is there no audition footage available for any of the singers who debuted from this show in my previous life? Do you think these people actually got in through the open auditions?

"Of course, Chu Tian wouldn't take this approach unless absolutely necessary. After all, this show could have had a much longer lifespan in his previous life if a certain TV station and company hadn't completely ruined it. The underhanded dealings were blatant and utterly shameless. Eventually, they wrecked the show, it crashed, and they effectively killed it themselves. He wouldn't dare claim he could avoid such dealings entirely; after all, in this industry, it's impossible to escape them even if you try. But he could guarantee that, within the limited room he had to maneuver, he would do his best to ensure fairness. Even if you want to plant someone, they must go through the open auditions legitimately, just like everyone else."

"Moreover, he had also considered scouting some new talents himself and then throwing them into the mix to test the waters, essentially taking a two-pronged approach to be fully prepared."

Upon hearing his plan, Wei Liangxiao's eyes grew brighter and brighter. Since the issues he was worried about are pretty much resolved, what's there to hesitate about? Damn it, let's do this!

"Let's do it! This show is mine! Let's get it started!"

Seeing his eagerness, Chu Tian couldn't help but pour cold water on his enthusiasm. "Are you sure? This show isn't as simple as you think. It's not like 'King of Mask Singer,' where you can just sit in a studio, make a few calls, and everyone shows up. This show requires assembling dozens of teams to conduct auditions nationwide. You'll not only have to supervise the stage construction, select equipment, and test the effects, but also screen and select suitable personnel, organize the audition judges, coordinate audition venues, and arrange the audition schedules and procedures. That's precisely why I've put this show on hold for now. I was planning to sort out company matters before launching it. If you decide to take it on, you'll need to arrange all these things yourself."

Hearing Chu Tian's words, Wei Liangxiao did hesitate. He was, after all, just a director, and the tasks involved extended beyond directing; they required an entire professional production team to manage. If he took on this responsibility, it meant that besides his directorial duties, he would have to dedicate a significant portion of his energy to handling other matters. But he loved this show too much; he couldn't wait even a minute longer. Besides, he didn't want to be just a director forever; he had ambitions too.

So, after careful consideration, he nodded. "President Chu, I want to take it on. At least, I can start with it and see how it goes. If it really doesn't work out, the company can always take over later!"

Seeing he had made his decision, Chu Tian didn't say much. "Alright, then take the materials and go find President Hou. Have him arrange the personnel for you and get started."