Chapter 336 Talking about business
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I thought Lao Jia would arrange a meeting in some private club, but we ended up having a meal at a fly restaurant.
The two men were sucking their fingers while talking about a big deal worth tens of millions of dollars. To put it bluntly, it was the second round of investment in LeTV.
It is said that the Internet is a money-burning business. It has only been a short time since the last round of financing, but LeTV has already run out of money - and this is when LeTV is focusing on the future and not rushing for quick success.
“How much capital do you want to inject this time?”
"The new capital injection is tentatively set at 7000 million yuan - mainly to suppress Tudou. Tudou just raised 6 million yuan in June, which is almost 850 million yuan."
"Just tell me how much I should get."
"About 600 million."
Lao Jia felt a little embarrassed. Last time, he took the initiative to get Xu Kun a technology investment and gave him an extra of the shares. But this time, he couldn't do the same thing again.
"alright."
When Xu Kun heard the number, he was not too worried. To him, it was just a matter of shooting a few commercials.
However, it is only the end of 06, and there will be four or five years before LeTV goes public, so we have to keep investing like this.
"From what I've seen, it will probably take several more rounds, but this track is bigger than I expected. I estimate that our market value will definitely not be low after we go public."
Old Jia hesitated for a moment and wanted to say that if Xu Kun couldn't hold on for the next few rounds, he could help borrow some money.
But in the end he didn't say that.
The main reason is that there are too many financial backers behind the scenes. If Xu Kun's shares are not diluted, then Jia will have to pay real money - even if Jia wants to be loyal, from a business perspective, there is no reason to lose money to gain publicity.
This meal cost 560 million yuan, which greatly stimulated Xu Kun's motivation to make money.
Over the next two days, he worked hard at home editing the film, and on the 14th he took Baoqiang to Beijing and Taiwan again to participate in the "International Directors Filming in the Capital" event.
When they arrived at the gate of Jingtai, Xu Kun specifically reminded them: "Deputy Director Jia will also attend this time. I will take the initiative to find an excuse to talk to him about private matters and give you and Xiao Hu a chance to be alone. Don't be scared when the time comes.
Remember, if you really can’t find a topic to talk about, talk to her about “The Secret Life of a Woman”. Hu Die did a lot of research in advance and must have paid attention to this movie that has not yet been released.”
Baoqiang nodded vigorously and tightened his tie awkwardly.
As a result, the two of them came to Director Jia's office, only to find that in addition to Director Jia, there was also an acquaintance present.
"Uncle Han?"
Xu Kun was surprised and asked, "Why are you here too?"
"Of course, we are here for Director Giuseppe Tornatore." Han Sanping said with a smile, "We would like to invite Director Giuseppe to visit China Film Group and give us some valuable suggestions."
"Ah~"
Hearing him say this, Deputy Director Jia pretended to be helpless and sighed: "Boss Han, Director Giuseppe Tornatore's schedule is very tight this time, and he also has to shoot a landscape short film. You... Sigh~"
"Haha, our China Film Academy is also part of the capital."
Han Sanping smiled and said, "It's a good opportunity to use the help of international directors to promote our country's film industry. At worst, we can sponsor your promotional activities with China Film Group, right?"
Deputy Director Jia couldn't really confront China Film Group over this matter. Seeing that Han Sanping had given him a way out, he backed down and said, "It's only you, Mr. Han, who has to step in. Otherwise..."
After listening to the two of them talking about some official documents, Han Sanping asked about the film "The Escort" directed by Xu Kun.
When he learned that some people did not approve of the film because it lacked the texture of old movies, Han Sanping could not help but shake his head: "They are clinging to the old and sticking to the old ways. The only thing the movie channel can do well is 'archaeology'."
Xu Kun smiled but said nothing. He didn't have the confidence of Han Sanping. How could he dare to offend a movie channel with a strong background? At this time, Hu Die, who was wearing a bright red suit, walked into the office, nodded to everyone, and reported to Director Jia: "Director, the interview car is ready, what do you think?"
Director Jia immediately stood up and said, "Let's go and meet this internationally renowned director."
When the group arrived downstairs, Xu Kun wanted to get into his car, but Han Sanping stopped him and said he wanted to talk to him on the way.
Xu Kun then threw the car keys to Baoqiang and stopped Hu Die, saying, "I seldom drive and am not very familiar with the roads. Could you please help me, Mr. Hu, to show me the way?"
When Baoqiang heard this, he quickly unlocked the E280 and diligently opened the passenger door.
Director Jia also happily joined in.
Hu Die hesitated for a moment, but still got into the car.
Xu Kun secretly mouthed "Come on" to Baoqiang, and then got into Han Sanping's Audi.
As soon as I sat down, I heard Han Sanping teasing, "The commercial you shot for Mercedes-Benz was well received, but the plot was a little vulgar."
"Vulgar and elegant."
Xu Kun laughed and said, "Most of the rich people nowadays are still from the grassroots generation, and they like this tune - of course, if someone asks me about this, I will definitely say that he is just overthinking."
"Haha~"
Han Sanping laughed: "In business, this attitude is the right one. Don't learn from some directors who think art is everything they say. We filmmakers should first serve the general public, and then improve our content on this basis.
If we lose the foundation and keep doing things that are too highbrow, what benefit will it bring to the country and the industry, except for winning a few trophies to save face? "
Xu Kun did not agree 100% with this statement, but he also had no intention of arguing with Han Sanping.
After a few vague words, Han Sanping asked, "I heard that you are already planning your next movie? And it's a big production?"
No one knows who brought this to Han Sanping's attention.
Xu Kun said cautiously: "It's just an idea. Right now, my main focus is to cooperate with Director Feng to finish filming "Assembly". Other things will have to wait until next year."
"Then tell me what you think first."
Xu Kun had no choice but to repeat his ideas for the new movie once again. Although it was a bit tedious, he also found that doing so was not entirely without benefits. New ideas would emerge every time he re-examined them.
After listening to Xu Kun's series of ideas, Han Sanping said "OK" twice and then suddenly fell silent.
Just when Xu Kun was confused, he slowly said: "In fact, the country is a little unsure about the situation in Thailand now - although the military government said that it is not targeting us, but what exactly is going on... maybe you can use this matter to test the attitude of the military government.
In this case, you give me the contact information of Chen Xuebin and Li Yixiang. If the higher-ups think it’s necessary, they will naturally contact them.”
"This……"
Xu Kun felt his scalp tingling. He had just said that he wanted to talk about business, but now he was talking about the diplomatic relations between the two countries.
He just wanted to make a movie to publicize the deeds of the old hero and make some money and fame. How did it become related to national affairs?
Will Lao Chen and Brother Li become cannon fodder?
"do not worry."
Seeing Xu Kun's trepidation, Han Sanping said with a smile: "If the higher-ups agree, they will definitely try their best to ensure your safety. Moreover, as long as we can reach a cooperation agreement at this level, your new movie will be a breeze to shoot."
Xu Kun would rather not be so comfortable, but Han Sanping didn't give him the chance to refuse, so he had no choice but to accept it.
Director Feng never lied to me!
If you want to make a good movie in the country, you can't avoid being involved in these things.
(End of this chapter)
