Since the script was confirmed and the team was decided, all that was left was the actors.
"Young Master Ye, are you really not going to act yourself? You know martial arts, and with your acting skills, you can definitely bring out the essence!" Li Tai tried to persuade Ye Lingchen.
"No, I don't plan to show my face in public for now. We'll talk about it in the future." Ye Lingchen shook his head.
There were pros and cons to showing his face in public. The pros were that he could quickly gain popularity, while the cons were that he would become a public figure and be watched by many. It was not beneficial to his life.
"Director Li, you know a lot of actors. Why don't you help me find a few? I'll see if I can make it," Ye Lingchen asked.
"Alright!" Li Tai nodded. "I know a few famous celebrities. I'll contact them for you. We'll also hire some supporting actors here in the afternoon."
After everything was settled, Li Tai sent out a recruitment notice.
At the same time, Ye Lingchen and Xiao Feifei also posted on Weibo.
Huo Yuanjia will start filming. That day, we're hiring the main character, some supporting characters, and extras. Location: Hengdian Studios. Those who know martial arts are preferred. Interested actors are welcome to attend the audition.
It caused a huge uproar.
[I didn't think Y was joking. Huo Yuanjia is about to start filming!]
[Looks like it's a martial arts film. I'm looking forward to it!]
[F * ck, it's Director Li Tai! This must be Li Tai's first time filming a movie!]
[Looks like Y, Li Tai, and Xiao Feifei have a good relationship. I hope it's not a bad movie!]
Not long after the news got out, Shi Lei also announced that I am Hero was about to enter the casting stage, and everyone was welcome to apply for the audition.
He even compared his own movie to Huo Yuanjia, claiming that if an actor were to participate in a bad movie like Huo Yuanjia, it would ruin his reputation.
Ye Lingchen dismissed Shi Lei's provocation with a smile.
At noon, Li Tai treated Ye Lingchen and Xiao Feifei to a sumptuous meal, then rushed to the recruitment site without stopping.
Hengdian Studios had no shortage of actors.
Especially with Xiao Feifei, Y, and Li Tai promoting the film, the recruitment site was instantly filled to the brim.
Ye Lingchen was just sitting in the corner as an ordinary interviewer. No one knew that the inconspicuous interviewer was Y himself.
One by one, the actors tried their best to show off their acting skills in front of Li Tai and Xiao Feifei. Unbeknownst to them, Li Tai's gaze would occasionally glance at Ye Lingchen in the corner. Only when Ye Lingchen nodded would he consider it.
In Huo Yuanjia, the protagonist, Huo Yuanjia, was naturally the most important.
Huo Yuanjia, in this movie, first had to have the ruthlessness and strength of a martial artist, then softness in the later stages, and finally patriotism and responsibility!
The requirements for martial arts and acting skills were very high, and there were very few suitable candidates. Li Tai said that a popular celebrity would be coming over in the afternoon. As a candidate for Huo Yuanjia, Ye Lingchen was looking forward to it.
Other than that, Huo Yuanjia's seven-year-old daughter, his first wife, the blind girl Yue Ci, and the opponent who appeared in the fight were all important supporting characters.
Unknowingly, the afternoon passed by quietly. The supporting roles were also finalized one by one. They were prepared to call it a day.
"Ling Chen, why don't you let me play that blind girl Yue Ci?" Xiao Feifei suddenly said to Ye Lingchen, "A movie should at least have some actors who can hold it together."
Her tone was a little indignant and anxious at the same time.
For the entire afternoon, not a single famous actor came over to sign up. There was not even a phone call. It was obvious that no one was optimistic about this movie!
If a movie did not have any eye-catching actors, then it would be a huge loss!
"Looks like we're being looked down upon." Li Tai shook his head with a bitter smile. "Y isn't acting himself, and it's not like you're not acting either. Furthermore, it's a new director. It's normal for people to not be optimistic about an unknown script."
"Right, Director Li, why isn't the actor you mentioned here yet?" Xiao Feifei asked.
Li Tai frowned slightly. "He should be here soon."
The wait lasted for another hour. The sky was getting dark, and it was almost 7pm. Ye Lingchen had no choice but to take a leave from the live stream. He would not be able to make it back in time for the live stream that day.
"Director Li, this person is too arrogant!" Ye Lingchen's brows were deeply furrowed. How could such an actor, so passive and casual, produce a good movie?
Beep beep!
Right then, two honks came from outside the door. A black Toyota Golf van came to a stop.
"He's here!" Li Tai's tone carried a hint of caution.
"It's Wu Han's car!" Xiao Feifei's eyes were filled with surprise. She mumbled softly, "This is the most popular male star. He has countless fans. No wonder he's such a big shot!"
A man with dyed brown hair and a small white jacket stepped out of the car. A large group of people crowded around him, trying to curry favor with him while being humble.
In the middle of the night, there were people holding an umbrella for him. There were also people clearing the path for him, kicking away the pebbles on the side of the road.
"Hold the umbrella straight. Don't let the moonlight burn Young Master Wu!"
"And you, clear the path. Don't let Young Master Wu trip over the pebbles!"
"Young Master Wu, you must be careful. Last time, your finger was cut half an inch while you were filming! It's too scary! How can you take on a martial arts movie? It's too dangerous! "
Beside Wu Han, a short and fat man said in an incomparably flattering manner.
Seeing Wu Han, Ye Lingchen's expression turned ugly.
He was a man, yet his face was covered in foundation. There was even a strong scent of perfume on him. His eyebrows were drawn, lipstick was applied, and he had a slender waist. It was the standard image of a pretty boy. His every word and action did not have a hint of manliness. A word popped up in his head — sissy!
That sissy was acting as Huo Yuanjia?!
Could Huo Yuanjia's coffin cover hold him down?
"Young Master Wu, you're finally here." Li Tai welcomed him with a smile. "I wonder what your decision is? A martial arts movie can be considered as a breakthrough. "
"Who are the actors in this movie of yours? Let's not talk about the small fries. We're A-listers! "Before Wu Han could speak, the fat man beside him said arrogantly.
Li Tai's face was filled with awkwardness. "Not yet."
"What?!" The fat man immediately jumped up. "Without them to serve as a foil for our Young Master Wu, how can we do that? It's a bad movie! "
"Young Master Wu, I guarantee it's not a bad movie! This movie will definitely be popular. "Li Tai guaranteed.
"It's not a problem for me to act in it, but I have a condition." Wu Han's voice was calm, but his face was filled with arrogance. "I'll stand in for all the fighting scenes. Whenever there's a physical collision, I'll also stand in for the difficult movements and running. When it's time to act cool, let me take over. Most of the time, I'll only be responsible for showing my face and saying a few words. Lastly, my appearance fee is 10 million!"
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