Chapter 389 Pioneer of Drying Bamboo Cards, Newcomer Overseas Actor Influence Ranking (Ch 389)

After the African trip, the crew began to pack up their equipment and headed to India, the last filming location.

Qi Jia has always been curious about his third brother’s country.

It is rumored that even male mosquitoes have to cover their buttocks when passing in front of the third brother.

On the night before departure, Tang Jili solemnly gathered all the crew members for a short meeting.

After speaking for more than ten minutes, he concluded:

“In short, everyone should remember three points.

First, it is absolutely not allowed to eat street food stalls, because the swill is used to feed animals.

Second, don’t be curious and wash your hands in the Ganges. It’s not holy water. It contains ashes or feces.

Third, you are absolutely not allowed to go out alone. Regardless of whether you are a man or a woman, you must go out with at least three people. Girls must be accompanied by a man before they can go out.

These three points are very important, did you hear them clearly? “

“Got it!” everyone agreed in unison.

…

The next morning, the main actors set off on the big brother’s private plane as usual. After flying for several hours, they arrived in India, rested for a day, and then started filming as planned.

With the help of the local government, the crew obtained the right to shoot in Jaisalmer for three days.

During the filming period, tourists will be blocked from entering to avoid interfering with the filming crew.

Qi Jia’s scenes in India are very few, all of which are in Jaisalmer, because the character he plays, Lei Zhenyu, was kidnapped by mercenaries in Africa and brought to India.

So, except for the last gunfight scene, there are almost no shots of him in the rest of the movie.

Three days later,

As the last shot was over, Tang Jili took the intercom and shouted “cut”.

There was thunderous applause throughout the studio.

“Call it a day! Today’s scene is over. Everyone, gather at the banquet hall on the third floor of the hotel tonight to attend Teacher Qi Jia’s wrap-up banquet.”

After Tang Jili finished speaking, even louder cheers rang out on the set.

…

On the way back to the hotel,

“Qi Jia, I really don’t want you to leave like this. How about you stay for two more days?” Tang Jili asked with a smile.

He was really reluctant to let Qi Jia go, because in addition to being able to shoot the scenes himself, Qi Jia could also help him explain the scenes to other actors, which greatly reduced his workload as a director.

If Qi Jia could continue to follow the group, he would be much more relaxed.

Before Qi Jia could speak, Allen on the side laughed and teased,

“Director, you are grabbing a toad and trying to milk it like a cow.”

There was laughter in the car, Qi Jia also laughed, and said helplessly,

“I’m really sorry, director. You know I have several dramas waiting for me in China. I just want to stay, but other crews won’t agree.”

Tang Jili sighed in disappointment and said,

“That’s right. Your title of model worker has long been known throughout the domestic entertainment industry. If that’s the case, let’s work together again next time if there’s a chance.”

…

In the evening, after the wrap party, Qi Jia just returned to his room and was about to rest when he received a call from Chen Yuwen.

“What’s wrong, sis?”

On the other end, Chen Yuwen didn’t waste any words and asked directly,

“Qi Jia, have you booked your flight for tomorrow?”

“Ah, it’s booked. I’ll fly directly to Zhejiang Hai to join the crew of “Awakening Age”. What’s wrong?” Qi Jia asked in confusion.

Chen Yuwen pondered for a while and said,

“Well, please change your ticket and go back to the studio first. I have something very important to discuss with you. It’s about the national cultural promotion ambassador.”

Qi Jia agreed immediately after hearing this. After hanging up the phone, he sent a WeChat message to his assistant, asking her to change her flight ticket.

Then he said hello to director Zhao Junkai and said that he would join the crew later tomorrow.

After explaining everything, Qi Jia finally fell asleep peacefully.

…

On the morning of April 10, Qi Jia returned to the studio with his assistant.

After handing the specialties he brought back to the administrative girl and asking her to distribute them to everyone, Qi Jia went straight to Chen Yuwen’s office.

“You’re back.” Chen Yuwen looked up and saw Qi Jia, and called out, “Come over and take a look at this.”

Qi Jia walked up to her and took a quick look. He saw a form on the computer with the names of the artists and their management companies written from top to bottom.

“What is this?” Qi Jia asked curiously.

“The official ranking of the new generation of actors’ overseas influence.” Chen Yuwen said seriously: “This is why I am in a hurry to find you back.”

Oh! Qi Jia was surprised and curious at the same time. After taking a closer look, he was immediately happy and said in surprise,

“Oh my, I’m ranked first! I didn’t expect that my overseas influence is so great. It looks like I’m a sure winner this time!”

After Qi Jia finished speaking, she saw Chen Yuwen looking at her with an expression as if she was looking at shit. Then she sighed slightly, took the mouse, pulled it up, and tapped the screen and said,

“Brother, get your mind right, this is your place.”

“So there are four more people on top.” Qi Jia touched his nose awkwardly. However, after seeing the names ranked first and second, Qi Jia said in surprise, “Why are Xiao Zhan and Wang Yibai ranked so high?”

“Because of The Untamed,” Chen Yuwen said, “Although they are not as popular as you in China, they are much more well-known overseas because The Untamed is so popular.”

“I see.” Qi Jia nodded thoughtfully.

Chen Yuwen covered her chest with a look of heartache and said, “If I had known that The Untamed would be so popular, I should have let you play the male lead. What a pity!”

Although Qi Jia also felt it was a pity, he was a man of broad mind. If it was missed, it was missed. There was no need to think about it any more.

“Forget it. I really didn’t have time at the time. Besides, fifth place isn’t too low. With the release of two ancient puppet shows this year, we still have a chance to compete.”

“However, why are there only men on this list and no women? Where is Ruonan ranked?” Qi Jia asked again.

Chen Yuwen then opened another form. Qi Jia saw Zhang Ruonan’s name at a glance and was surprised again.

“No, this doesn’t make sense, how come Ruonan is ranked higher than me, and is ranked fourth?”

“Because of the variety show you and she participated in during the Chinese New Year.” Chen Yuwen smiled and said, “Her Hanfu costume on the night of the fish lantern parade is now quite popular on the Internet. Cute and beautiful girls are always easier to like. You suffered a loss because of your gender, hahaha.”

Qi Jia didn’t know whether to laugh or cry, and said, “This is good news. Who knows, maybe we can both be selected.”

The two of them discussed until about two in the afternoon. Qi Jia was in a hurry to go to the crew, so he got up and left.

When he was about to leave, Chen Yuwen suddenly called him again.

“Anything else?” Qi Jia put his hand on the door handle and turned around to ask,

“The invitation to the Busan International Film Festival has been sent. The date is set for May 30th. You and Ruonan should remember to prepare.”

After Chen Yuwen finished speaking, he pondered for a moment and then said,

“If possible, ask IU to help you promote it. With her popularity in Korea, it will be of great help to promote “I’ll Wait for You at the End of Time” at the film festival.”

Qi Jia thought about it and nodded.

“I understand. I’ll contact her later. I’m leaving.”

After saying that, he opened the door and walked out, bringing his assistant to the parking lot and getting into the studio’s business car.

First they went to where Zhang Ruonan was receiving training, picked her up with Nie Xiaoyu, and then the four of them headed to Huzhou Film and Television City together.