For many people born in the 1980s and 1990s, in the first decade of the 21st century, they basically spent every Saturday and Sunday in Mango TV’s entertainment programs.

In this era when the Internet is not so developed and TVs are still popular, when the TV is turned on, it is Mango TV. There is even a saying that Mango TV's advertisements are better than those of other TV stations.

However, in the second decade of the new century, local satellite TV began to emerge, including Jiangsu and Zhejiang Satellite TV, Oriental TV, Jiangnan TV, and almost every TV station has TV programs that can be shown. Among them, the most powerful one is Jiangsu and Zhejiang Satellite TV.

Jiangsu and Zhejiang TV officially started to transmit programs through satellites in 1995. In 2002, it was the first among domestic provincial TV stations to implement the merger reform of three TV channels, and implemented institutional reforms, channels integrated, and optimized configurations.

To date, Jiangsu and Zhejiang TV has effectively covered 2 billion people in more than 40 surrounding countries and regions, and has broadcasted more than 95% of the country's cable stations, with a relatively fixed audience of 140 million.

In 2003, Zhang Jizhong's "The Legend of the Condor Heroes" was premiered by Jiangsu and Zhejiang TV. This popular TV series really made Jiangsu and Zhejiang TV popular, with overall ratings greatly increased and advertising revenue soared.

And Yang Fan met at that time Zhou Tongmei, director of film shopping at the Jiangsu and Zhejiang TV Station and TV Drama Center.

At that time, Yang Fan, as the producer assistant of "The Legend of the Condor Heroes", had already shown his strengths in actual communication and coordination with Jiangsu and Zhejiang TV stations. He was meticulous in his work, clear in order, and knew how to observe his words and expressions. At that time, he left a deep impression on Zhou Tongmei.

After three years, Yang Fan left Zhang Jizhong's team and found her for the first time when she ran a TV series independently, and confirmed the quality of the TV series with confidence.

Out of his optimism about Yang Fan, Zhou Tongmei became interested in this drama and took time to watch "Soldier Assault" brought by Yang Fan.

After watching it, I felt deeply touched.

Although she is a woman, her husband is a soldier, so she can deeply understand the "not abandon, never give up" spirit between soldiers in the play and the touching comrades-in-arms told in the play.

Including the epic of the growth of a Chinese man like the silly Xu Sanduo, which is expressed in the entire TV series.

The film is very good, and it can even be said to be very good, but it is indeed seriously inconsistent with the popular themes in the current domestic TV series circle.

For her, it is uncontrollable and the risks are a bit high.

After watching the movie, she was a little hesitant. After so many years in this circle, Zhou Tongmei knew in her heart that not all good movies could be liked by the audience, or that the current audience liked them, such as "A Chinese Odyssey".

But she was reluctant to give up. The TV drama department of Jiangsu and Zhejiang TV station has not had any more popular TV series in recent years. The "The Legend of the Condor Heroes" seemed to be an insurmountable peak.

It is now the second half of 2006. The average mid-year viewership rate of Jiangsu and Zhejiang TV stations has fallen to 9th among satellite TV stations in various provinces across the country, and is about to fall out of the top ten. The leaders of the station are constantly putting pressure on her.

And this "Soldier Assault" which she thought was of high quality is likely to be an opportunity.

Just when she was still thinking about it, Yang Fan added another layer of bargaining chips. This drama is worthless and signs a bet agreement.

Upon hearing this news, Zhou Tongmei's balance in her heart tilted a little.

It’s not that Jiangsu and Zhejiang TV stations have less money to buy dramas. Satellite TV stations in a southern economic province have strong strength and funds, but if they spend a lot of money to buy a TV series with an average yield, the station will definitely have some doubts about her, the film director.

Yang Fan's proposal first relieved her worries. Even though the ratings of "Soldier Assault" were poor after the broadcast, at least it was not spent money and wasted. This reason could barely block the crowd in the stage and reduce the adverse impact on her personally.

Zhou Tongmei returned to the station and reviewed other TV series that their TV station has planned to be broadcast and submitted for application.

I have to say that after watching "Soldier Assault" and watching these other films, it is a bit boring for her and difficult to swallow.

After weighing the pros and cons in my mind for three days, I finally decided to gamble.

However, she still hopes that Yang Fan will add another layer of insurance, which means providing a well-known domestic producer to endorse "Soldier Assault" to improve her persuasiveness in taking risks in buying a drama, and further reduce the personal risks to her after failure.

This is why Sun Yi specially invited Zhang Guoli to sell his face before.

Zhang Guoli is a household name in the Huaxia Film and Television District.

With the participation and endorsement of the Beijing Guoli Changsheng Film and Television Culture Communication Company under Zhang Dabo, the next thing will be much easier.

In the end, Yang Fan signed a "Soldier Assault" purchase contract with Zhou Tongmei, director of the Jiangsu and Zhejiang TV TV Drama Center, on behalf of Sun Yi Studio and Guoli Changsheng Film and Television Company.

Both parties sign a betting contract.

It may be because of Zhang Guoli's company participation, or it may be that Jiangsu and Zhejiang TV, as one of the old Chinese TV stations, needs to pay attention to some face and influence. Zhou Tongmei politely declined Yang Fan's proposal for free.

At a symbolic reserve price of 10,000 yuan per episode, I purchased the first round of playback rights of "Soldier Assault".

The two parties agreed to make a step-by-step bet based on the average viewership after the show was broadcast.

Based on the average viewership rate of 1%, if it does not exceed 1%, the price will no longer change.

If the average viewership rate exceeds 1%, for every integer percentage point, Jiangsu and Zhejiang TV will need to increase the price of "Soldier Assault" by 100,000 yuan, and 1 million yuan will be the cap.

Moreover, if Jiangsu and Zhejiang TV has the same price, it is preferred to purchase the second round of playback rights.

....

I heard that the entire contract was signed, that night, Sun Yi chose a barbecue restaurant that was just popular and invited Kang Honglei to welcome Yang Fan.

Although she had been resting for the whole afternoon, Yang Fan, who had been running around for nearly a month, could not hide the dusty look on his body.

At the dinner party, Sun Yi ordered various barbecue and dishes. The three of them simply ordered a few bottles of beer and started chatting.

"Brother Fan, thank you for your hard work, I wish you a cup."

"Xiao Yang, come on, I'm suffering."

Sun Yi and Kang Honglei raised their glasses to Yang Fan, thanking him for his hard work this month.

Yang Fan raised his glass, drank it all in one go, then waved his hand, shook his head and said:

"This is nothing. I used to run like this under Lao Zhang. However, this time it is different. This time it is our own project. The feeling in my heart is different. I am full of passion every day."

Speaking of this, Yang Fan's slightly tired face showed a sense of excitement.

Otherwise, what makes people most concerned about is their own career.

Yang Fan did not feel resentful because he occupied a very low investment amount in "Soldier Assault". After all, it was not that Sun Yi did not give it to him, but that he had lost all the money in the years. He was also a person with good face and refused to borrow it, so he only invested 500,000 yuan.

"Did Jiangsu and Zhejiang TV say when will it be broadcast?"

Kang Honglei is still concerned about the specific broadcast time. First, he has an explanation to the Bayi Factory, and second, he is also a little anxious.

"Soldier Assault" has condensed his efforts for nearly two years, and he chose to accompany Sun Yi and Yang Fan to make a crazy gamble. It would be strange if he didn't pay attention.

"The final date has not been set yet, Sister Zhou told me, Oh, Zhou Tongmei, director of film shopping in Jiangsu and Zhejiang. She told me that she will try her best to coordinate, and it will be around September and October, which is the fastest. The prime time of the summer, our drama is not qualified."

Sun Yi nodded to express his understanding.

It is a great victory to be broadcast on Star TV.

In fact, Huayi can do it, but they are eager to recover the cost. Although it is a sale, their first round of selling price was tightly controlled by the price of 100,000 yuan per episode. This price still has certain risks for Shangxing TV to go through regular procedures.

So, they didn't sell it, but they didn't have the courage to ask for money and play bets like Sun Yi.

"Is there any funds left for our drama? Can we still do some simple publicity?"

"There are basically nothing left, I've used it in public relations. Otherwise, do you think I can do it just by selling my face? I have to have a stepping stone."

Kang Honglei was a little worried about gains and losses, and asked about publicity.

Sun Yi hurriedly comforted him.

"Director Kang, don't worry, I believe the quality of our drama will definitely be fine."

"Yeah, so do I, I'm a little anxious."

Kang Honglei relaxed for a while and realized that he was worried and was confused. He raised his head and had a drink, but did not say anything more.

Sun Yi knew that he was under pressure at this moment, but in fact he had it in his heart. He was desperate to put most of the money he had earned in the year of rebirth on this drama.

If there is a breakdown, I will have to have Barbie Q.

While struggling, Yang Fan talked about the studio to Sun Yi.

"By the way, Xiaoyi, your studio has to recruit people."

"What's wrong?"

Sun Yi is a little puzzled.

"This first TV series is about to be aired. If it becomes popular, it will be popular, and it will be a big conspiracy, and you hope I will help you with it alone. The landlords don't use long-term labor as well."

Yang Fan even made a joke.

However, it makes sense. Now, Wang Jingtian is responsible for the music of Sun Yi's studio, and currently only has copyright management in the film and television industry. However, the movie "Those Years" and the TV series "Soldier Assault" will be released separately soon. As one of the investors and one of the copyright owners, his studio business will definitely skyrocket. We can't get rid of these two brothers anymore.

"Yeah, I understand, Brother Fan, this is not a tight deal recently. When our show sells a lot, if you make a lot of money, you might get it right and transfer directly to the company."

"Hi, okay, then I'll wait. Don't forget to count me."

After hearing this, Yang Fan laughed happily and walked down the slope.

"It's okay, which of our brothers will follow."

The two of them made up the atmosphere, and Kang Honglei, who was standing beside him, also relaxed his eyebrows.

The three of them ate and chatted until after 9 o'clock, and then they went home to rest.

....

Sun Yi returned home and lay on the bed, feeling something in his heart, and was not sleepy.

"Soldier Assault" is waiting for it to be aired. It's useless to think too much. Now he can do so much. The rest is up to God.

What he was thinking about the short film that Director Tian Zhuang told him.

In this era, the entire Chinese entertainment industry was very enthusiastic about awards. Of course, the premise was to be international awards with value.

Therefore, the current top position in the film and television industry is always the one group of people who have international awards.

Think about Director Chen, a golden leaf, which made him waving for many years, until Sun Yi was reborn.

Why is Gong Huang called Emperor? Why does the International Chapter have an international prefix? They are all produced from various awards, and are well-known.
To be continued...