Superstars start as villains

Chapter 221 Accountant Jia.

In fact, in the two years since Zhou Xing filmed "The Grandmaster", the rapid development of the film and television drama industry in the mainland is unimaginable to many people. Although the investment boom of coal bosses has subsided, the hot money from other industries has attracted the entire film and television industry. The downstream industrial chain is all driven.

In terms of broadcasting channels, in addition to the inherent satellite TV platform, the development of online platforms is even more rapid. After the merger of Youku and Tudou, I thought it would be able to unify the rivers and lakes and end the copyright war. The entry of funds has further raised the cost of online copyright.

In terms of policy, the state also has certain tax support for the film and television industry. In addition, the supervision of this industry has always been blank. For example, the difference between the budgeted cost and the actual cost is difficult to find out. , the rest are all new faces, and the cost of shooting a modern drama with more than 30 episodes is often as high as tens of millions. If it is said that it is actually reimbursed, no one will believe it.

As a result, more and more hot money began to flow into the film and television industry. Coupled with the influence and remuneration of mainland stars these years, the tide has risen. One day can become famous overnight.

This madness lasted for a long time, even for a period of time, group performances were not enough, such as Hengdian, large and small crews gathered here, and Hengdian could only divide a scene into a few hours for rent. This still cannot meet the shooting needs of these crews, and a large number of crews even bribed the management personnel in order to rent scenes.

Not only in Hengdian, but even some locations have been rented by several crews together. In places like Beijing and Shanghai, you can often see the crews filming, although most of the actors are not known at all.

What's more interesting is that the output of TV dramas has been increasing, but the number of TV stations' collections has not increased. In fact, a large number of TV dramas have been piled up in the warehouse after they are shot, and they have never been broadcast. Some of them will be sent to The online platform broadcasts, in fact, the price is no different from the price of cabbage.

On the contrary, the purchase price of some popular and high-quality TV series, whether it is a TV station or an online platform, is skyrocketing every year, so that platforms such as LeTV and Youku have begun to reduce costs through self-produced TV series.

So a very interesting phenomenon appeared in the film and television industry. Most TV dramas are actually losing money. Only a small group of people really make money, but there are still a lot of hot money pouring into this bottomless pit. Are they fools?The questions here are worth pondering.

Of course, the influx of hot money has indeed exposed some insiders who suffer from lack of funds. For example, Yu Zheng established Dongyang Huanyu in 12, and Noon Sunshine also filmed "All Quiet in Peking" in 13. Out of control.

But speaking of the most rapid development, there are [Huace] and [Zhixing Film and Television]. Due to the production of a large number of high-quality TV dramas over the years, the two companies are now the leading film and television production companies in the industry.

Among them, Zhou Xing's "Zhixing Film and Television" has also performed quite amazingly in the film industry, and has attracted the attention of the capital market.

However, because "Zhixing Film and Television" has made a lot of money in the film and television drama market over the years, its financial situation is very good, and there is no financial pressure, so it has not accepted financing, and its valuation has skyrocketed.

"Ah Xing, you really need to take the time to meet this investor." Gao Qunshu has been very busy recently, not only with the company's affairs, but also with many investors, so he almost threw a check in his face But he couldn't even offend him.

Zhou Xing was a little helpless: "Didn't I say that we are not short of money for the time being?"

"I said it, but I must have an interview with you." Gao Qunshu had an expression of "I am more helpless than you".

"Who? So rude?"

"The one from LeTV."

Zhou Xing knew clearly that he really couldn't afford to be offended. Now that the online video platform is already a major source of income for film and television production companies, such a big money owner still needs to show some face.

"Okay, when the time comes, call Miss Anli, and let's meet the legendary Mr. Jia together." Zhou Xingdao.

Gao Qunshu nodded excitedly. LeEco recently released "LeEco Mobile" and is planning a mobile Internet portal. Recently, LeEco's stock market has also been surging. Many celebrities in the industry have invested in LeEco and become shareholders of LeEco.

People are naturally unavoidable. Seeing the development of "Zhixing Film and Television" is getting better and better, Gao Qunshu naturally also thinks that one day the company can be listed. Wouldn't it be fame and fortune by then?

"Okay, I'll make an appointment with Mr. Jia right now."

What Zhou Xing didn't expect was that Mr. Jia actually made an appointment so quickly, which also made Gao Qunshu a little proud. After all, judging from the attitude of the other party, he obviously valued "Zhixing Film and Television". He is said to be an industry tycoon with a net worth of tens of billions, how could he agree so readily.

"I'm sorry, there's a traffic jam on the road. I'm not late, am I?" Mr. Jia came in a hurry, and he was very polite when he saw Zhou Xing and the other three.

Zhou Xing shook hands with him, and said politely, "That's not true, we just arrived."

Mr. Jia was very straightforward, and said straight to the point: "To be honest, I am very optimistic about the future of [Zhixing Film and Television].

Gao Qunshu looked happy, but Anli glanced at Zhou Xing secretly.

Zhou Xing frowned slightly: "So, Mr. Jia meant to buy Zhixing Film and Television in an all-round way? Not investment?"

"Yes." Mr. Jia raised his chin slightly and paused: "Of course, the price I offer will definitely satisfy you, and I only need to occupy 51% of the shares, and you can still retain a part of the company's shares. .”

"In the next two years, I can even launch [Zhixing Film and Television] into the market."

Gao Qunshu's heart trembled in disbelief. Isn't his goal to be able to market "Zhixing Film and Television" one day in the future?LeTV itself is a listed company, and its performance in the stock market is quite good. More importantly, as Mr. Jia said, "Zhixing Film and Television" and LeTV are naturally complementary.

Zhou Xing asked calmly: "I don't know what Mr. Jia's valuation of [Zhixing Film and Television] is? If we agree to the acquisition, how will you pay for it?"

Mr. Jia said sternly: "As for the valuation, we still need to hire a special appraisal company to do it, but I personally can promise to increase 10% on the basis of the valuation and acquire the equity in your hands. As for the payment method, I think cash + LeEco’s approach would be more appropriate.”

"Okay, thank you Mr. Jia for your favor. We need to discuss it before giving you a definite answer." Zhou Xing thought for a moment.

This Mr. Jia was also very straightforward. After saying goodbye, he left with his assistant and bodyguard.

"Sister Anli, what do you think?" Zhou Xing glanced at Gao Qunshu and knew that he must be moved.

Anli looked at Zhou Xing, the corners of his mouth slightly raised: "Whether he accepts it or not, I won't sell this share in my hand, and you are the major shareholder, so make up your mind."

Zhou Xing understood that Anli was expressing his unconditional support.

"In that case, Lao Gao, reject this acquisition."

"Ah?" Gao Qunshu looked at Zhou Xing in surprise. He didn't understand why Zhou Xing would reject such a good offer.

Zhou Xing knew that if he didn't explain clearly, Gao Qunshu would inevitably have a thorn in his heart.

"Old Gao, have you watched the series produced by LeTV?"

Gao Qunshu froze for a moment, then Zhou Xing continued: "If Mr. Jia just wanted to invest, in order not to offend LeTV, maybe I can sell him some shares, but what he wants is acquisition. On one point, I will never accept it, Lao Gao, you can go and watch their self-produced dramas, and they will place advertisements throughout, regardless of the type of episodes."

"Can you accept that the future series of [Zhixing Film and Television] will also become like this?"

Gao Qunshu opened his mouth, as if he wanted to explain something, but finally shook his head: "You are right."

Seeing this, Anli opened his mouth: "Actually, I heard you guys talking about Mr. Jia yesterday, so I entrusted my friend in Xiangjiang to help investigate him."

"In fact, Mr. Jia was listed in Singapore in 07. Of course, this is also normal. After all, the conditions for listing on the SGX are relatively loose. It is not a problem to go there. What is really interesting is that Mr. Jia is called ST’s company was listed in 07, and its net profit rate in 08 was as high as 30%, and it has been high for several years, but it started to lose money in 13.”

Zhou Xing frowned: "Sister Anli, what do you mean, his accounts are not clean?"

"Of course, don't forget, Mr. Jia is an accountant himself."

Gao Qunshu shook his head and said, "Maybe it's just a coincidence? This doesn't prove that he made false accounts."

Zhou Xing waved his hand: "You should have read LeTV's financial report. Even Youku and Tudou, which have been listed and merged, are losing money. How can LeTV make money?"

"Besides, I specifically asked him the payment method. If LeTV is really in full swing, how could he use such high-quality resources to return my shares?"

Gao Qunshu's mind suddenly had a flash of inspiration: "That's right, our dramas have always had extremely high ratings. Youku, iQiyi, and Tencent have won every time, but LeTV seems to be here. To make up the numbers, it is rare for them to pay a high price to buy episodes, is there a problem with their funds?"

Anli nodded in agreement with his speculation.

Zhou Xingnian was also afraid for a while at this point: "Ahem, well, these are all our guesses out of thin air. It's fine for LeTV to refuse the acquisition. Other things have nothing to do with us. In the future, we will cooperate with LeTV. To die."

"Understood!" Gao Qunshu and Anli looked at each other and nodded solemnly. This matter can be big or small, and it's better to be careful.

Zhou Xing regained his composure, and said to Gao Qunshu: "Old Gao, the success of a company does not depend on whether it is listed. Wasn't Orange Sky also a listed company back then? What about now? After the listing, all our dramas have to take into account The reaction of the market, can we still produce high-quality works in the long run?"

Gao Qunshu sighed, and said in a deep voice, "I was too impatient."

Soon, Mr. Jia got the reply of "executing film and television", but the result was not what he imagined.

"How did this happen? I haven't even made an offer yet, how could they refuse? What did Zhixing Film and Television say?"

The assistant said with a look of embarrassment: "They said that the company is not short of funds for the time being, so."

"Is there no shortage of funds?" Mr. Jia couldn't help but feel a little nervous.
"Is there any noise outside?" Mr. Jia asked nervously.

"Wind sound? There is no wind sound."

"Hopefully it's just a coincidence."

Although LeEco's acquisition of "Zhixing Film and Television" ended before it started, many people in the circle have developed a strong interest in it.

For example, Zhou Xing received a call from his old friend Cai Yinong.

Cai Yinong was also not polite at all, straight to the point: "Ah Xing, yes, LeTV has already taken a fancy to you? I heard that you rejected it. Why? Such a good opportunity."

Zhou Xing didn't answer directly: "Why, sister Cai is interested?"

Cai Yinong smiled with a hint of bitterness: "Forget it, as far as Tangren's current performance is concerned, people can't even look down on them."

The past two years have indeed been difficult for the people of Tang Dynasty. As the sequel of "Scary Step by Step", "Scary Step by Step" was originally expected to continue the previous popularity, but unexpectedly, just after it was broadcast, it was full of criticism.

[Pocahontas] Not only was the series criticized, but even Liu Shishi, the most popular sister in the Tang Dynasty, was criticized for her dull eyes.

Two consecutive big production hit the street, which has a huge impact on the Tang people, and the news of the marriage of the popular sister Liu Shishi is even worse.

"I heard that sister Cai means that there are plans to go public? Are there financial pressures?" Zhou Xing asked curiously.

Cai Yinong smiled wryly: "Except for you who have been going smoothly in the past few years, few other film and television companies dare to say that there is no financial pressure?"

"Look at what you said, our company is actually quite poor." Zhou Xing joked.

Cai Yinong spat: "Hey, don't cry with your sister here."

"By the way, sister Cai, you called today, didn't you just come to gossip?" Zhou Xing asked.

Cai Yinong said seriously: "That's right, our company has taken a fancy to an online novel, but I heard that the copyright is in your hands."

"Oh? So, does Sister Cai mean that she plans to spend money to buy it? Or is she planning to cooperate?" Zhou Xing remained calm.

"What about spending money to buy? What about cooperation?"

Zhou Xing said with a smile: "It's worth buying, buy it now, 1000 million."

"Fuck off, you are the one who speaks so loudly. How dare you say, who do you see paying 1000 million for the right to adapt a novel? Mr. Jin Yong doesn't even have that price." Cai Yinong said angrily.

"Hey, then we have to work together to shoot together, and I can't make it clear on the phone, why don't we make an appointment to meet and chat?" Zhou Xing was not angry, and said with a smile.

"Okay, who let you hold the copyright in your hand? If you cooperate, you will cooperate. I will come to the capital next week."

"By the way, I haven't asked yet, which novel are you looking at?"

"Master Wuxin!"

(End of this chapter)