Chapter 479: Nezha's 50 billion box office shocked the film and television industry! Director Z
"3 million on the first day... How is this possible!"
Colleagues like Zhuguang Animation, Ning Hao, and others who have produced animated films almost popped their eyes out of their heads.
I started to doubt my life.
They never could believe that an animated movie could achieve such great results!
At the same time, I was deeply shocked, so shocked that I began to doubt my life.
They are also animation developers, so why can't they make any waves?
But when it came into Zhou Qing's hands, he could easily make a shocking achievement with just a little tweaking?
This gap is a bit too big.
Especially the people from Light Chasing Animation, their faces were filled with bitterness.
They can be said to be the only company in China that specializes in animated feature films, and also the most successful one.
However, since the company was founded in 13, it has also launched a number of animated films such as "Little Door Gods" and "The Adventures of Atang".
But without exception, all of them failed.
It was not until the beginning of this year that it made a comeback with "White Snake: Origin" and achieved huge success.
But even so, "White Snake: Origin" only had a box office of over 4 million yuan.
It’s less than 5 billion!
They only finished more than half of Nezha in one day, and they could completely surpass it in two days.
This made Wang Wei, the CEO of Zhuguang, really feel a little pain in her liver.
"Fuck, Qingzi, you're too strong!"
“I can’t believe that Nezha has become so popular!”
Zhou Qing Pictures, Huang Bo, Zhu Yawen, and everyone else exclaimed in surprise.
Everyone looked at Zhou Qing with eyes that were nothing but awe-inspiring.
Can you believe that a mere animated movie has swept the entire film market?
You have to know that in Chinese entertainment, animated films have always been the least popular of the least popular.
Before "The Return of the Great Sage", whoever made a film would fail, there was no successful case.
Even though the market success was boosted by "The Return of the Great Sage", it was still a cold draw.
A box office of 500 million or 600 million is an extremely rare success story.
As a result, in this situation, the animated movie produced by Zhou Qing is more popular than the real-life blockbuster?
Is it directly in the tens of billions level?
What a nonsense!
If you hadn't seen it with your own eyes, you would never have believed it.
However, as a reborn person, Zhou Qing was not surprised at all by this result.
Not only do I not feel it is high, I even feel it is too low.
This is really not Zhou Qing showing off.
You have to know that the total box office of "Nezha" is at the level of 50 billion.
In the face of such a terrifying box office volume, the 3 million on the first day was far from realizing its potential.
The root cause is that animated films are not trusted in the Chinese entertainment environment.
Even though "Nezha" has Zhou Qing's endorsement, which has raised public expectations to a certain extent, it cannot change this situation.
But it doesn’t really matter. Once the movie is released and word of mouth spreads, the box office of “Nezha” will really soar.
Where are you now?
Isn't it a little too early to be surprised now?
"Director Chen."
In a good mood, Zhou Qing called Director Chen over.
Director Chen was given an important task.
What task?
Meet with international film producers from all over the world.
According to the progress, the finished film of "The Wandering Earth" will be released next month, and now is the time to start promoting the sale of the film.
Zhou Qing is actually quite optimistic about the copyright of "The Wandering Earth".
You have to know that even in the original time and space, "The Wandering Earth" sold 580 million US dollars in North America and a total of 750 million US dollars worldwide.
The numbers alone may not seem high, but in fact they are already a high box office record for Chinese films overseas.
It is much better than the previous films that Zhou Qing plagiarized, "Dying to Survive" and "Operation Red Sea".
It would not be an exaggeration to say that there is a world of difference between them.
It can be seen that science fiction blockbusters are quite popular no matter where in the world.
Of course, that was just the original version of "The Wandering Earth". Now with Zhou Qing's name added, "The Wandering Earth" is naturally different.
Zhou Qing’s requirements are not high, at least it should not be lower than “The Martian”.
We are so simple and low-key.
"Understood, Director Zhou."
Director Chen didn't say anything. After responding, he started to make arrangements in a hurry.
As for Zhou Qing?
Of course, I will continue to be busy with the post-production of "The Wandering Earth".
And just as Zhou Qing expected, all the work was completed in early September.
"Finally I'm done with my work."
After stretching for a long time, Zhou Qing couldn't help but let out such a sigh.
Visual effects blockbusters are troublesome, and the production cycle is too long.
Not only that, the cost has always been relatively high, much higher than other types of movies.
Therefore, when it comes to science fiction blockbusters, unless you know in advance that the box office will be a huge hit, it is better to enter with caution.
The risk is simply too high.
"Director Zhou."
"Mr. La, Mr. Wang, Mr. Ye, please come in."
Several old partners were notified immediately, and everyone couldn't wait to gather at Zhou Qing Pictures.
Thanks to the huge success of "The Martian", everyone is now really full of endless expectations for Zhou Qing's second science fiction blockbuster.
Not to mention, "The Wandering Earth" is based on Liu Cixin's novel.
Even if you use your thighs to guess, you know it will definitely be a hit.
It's a blockbuster on the same level as "The Martian".
Facts have proved that Zhou Qing is indeed trustworthy. When the film actually started playing, La Peikang and his group were so excited that they watched it.
"Wonderful, really wonderful!"
"We Chinese can now make a real science fiction blockbuster!"
“A magnificent and epic film! Even more exciting than The Martian.”
Several people unanimously gave extremely high praise.
Considering Zhou Qing’s usual level, everyone knows that "The Wandering Earth" will be exciting.
But now I realize that the film is much more exciting than expected.
It is obvious that another hit is about to be born.
"The film is scheduled to be released in November. I'll have to trouble you all from now on."
After some business boasting, Zhou Qing straightened his face and said to La Peikang and others.
La Peikang and Wang Changtian are responsible for publicity and promotion, while Ye Ning is in charge of theaters.
Next, it is time for these partners to take action.
“Will The Wandering Earth be released in November? Why not during the Spring Festival?”
Wang Changtian and Ye Ning also raised the same questions as La Peikang.
But it was just a casual question. Seeing that Zhou Qing really planned to go during this period, the two did not say much. Anyway, with Zhou Qing's huge appeal now, it would be the same no matter which period he went.
Even unpopular schedules can be made hot.
It's just a cold period during the Lunar New Year holiday, so there's naturally no problem.
Therefore, the few people had no objection to this and just made promises to Zhou Qing.
Ye Ning patted his chest and promised to get the largest screening time for Zhou Qing.
The same goes for La Peikang and Wang Changtian. They will be guaranteed to be hyped up until everyone knows about it before the film is released.
In short, everyone is ready to work hard with only one goal:
Let "The Wandering Earth" break the record of "The Martian"!
And everyone is still very confident about this.
"By the way, Director Zhou, do you have time recently? I'd like to introduce someone to you."
After discussing "The Wandering Earth", several producers said goodbye and left, but La Peikang stayed alone.
He also said these words to Zhou Qing in a mysterious manner.
"Boss La, why don't you keep us in suspense?"
Zhou Qing shook his head and chuckled at La Peikang, but he couldn't help but speculate secretly in his heart.
Who could be the person that La Peikang could personally introduce to himself?
Zhou Qing couldn't guess for a moment, but one thing was certain, he was definitely not an ordinary person.
"Director Liu of the Bayi Film Studio has been friends with you for a long time."
La Peikang did not continue to be mysterious and told Zhou Qing the answer.
August One Film Studio?
Zhou Qing couldn't help but raise his eyebrows.
For people in the film and television industry, this is a well-known film production company.
There is no need to say much about its nature. You should know that the full name of the August 1st Film Studio is "Chinese People's Liberation Army August 1st Film Studio"!
The name says it all.
Zhou Qing couldn't help but ponder in his heart, why did Director Liu of Bayi want to see him?
"Changjin Lake!"
After just a thought, Zhou Qing reacted quickly.
Given the special nature of the August 1st Film Studio, how could it not get involved in a film project like "The Battle at Lake Changjin"?
In the original time and space, he was one of the producers of "Changjin Lake", and the only two producers besides Bona.
At this moment, because of my intervention, Bonar was replaced.
But I think the Bayi Film Studio will still stand firm.
Zhou Qing knew what was going on.
It seems that La Peikang invited himself and Director Liu together this time, most likely to divide the cake.
Zhou Qing naturally had no objection to this kind of thing, and he welcomed the entry of the Bayi Film Studio with open arms.
Just like the filming of "Operation Red Sea", with the addition of Bayi to "Changjin Lake", many things will become much simpler.
But even so, the main controller must still be Zhou Qing Pictures, this is the bottom line.
"It turns out to be Director Liu. If you have time, of course you have time."
Zhou Qing didn't waste any time and agreed immediately.
"Director Zhou."
"Director Liu!"
Only three days later, Zhou Qing sat face to face with Director Liu.
Not only La Peikang was there, but also producer Huang Jianxin.
We are not considered outsiders and we have a pleasant chat together.
A consensus was naturally reached during the meeting that the August 1 Film Studio would participate in the production of "Changjin Lake" as a co-producer.
"The animated film Nezha has created a box office miracle, with a total box office of 48 billion in one month!"
"48 billion! Nezha: The Devil Child Comes into the World sets a box office record for domestic animated films!"
"A new domestic film champion has emerged, with Nezha: The Devil Child Comes into the World box office reaching 48 billion, the highest in history."
Also in early September, the box office data of "Nezha: The Devil Child Comes into the World" was exposed.
It immediately shook the entire film industry, and it is no exaggeration to say that it caused an industry earthquake.
Whether they were those working on animated feature films or ordinary filmmakers, every one of them felt their hearts almost jump out of their chests.
I couldn't believe my eyes at all. I checked it over and over again and still couldn't believe it.
There's nothing else to it, it's just a bit too exaggerated.
48 million!
Even when "Nezha" made over 3 million on its first day, people in the industry generally believed that the film should have no problem taking in to billion.
But breaking 40 billion is really a joke.
You should know that the current box office champion in Chinese film history has only achieved a box office of over 40 billion.
Even if "Nezha" becomes a hit, it is just an "unpopular genre" like an animated feature film.
How could it explode to that extent?
But unfortunately, "Nezha" really became a hit to that extent.
Not only did it earn over 40 billion in one fell swoop, it also directly surpassed Zhou Qing's "The Martian" and took the throne of the box office champion in film history!
That’s right, “Nezha” not only swept the entire Chinese entertainment industry, but even stepped on Director Zhou.
This kind of thing is something that even the top directors like Zhang, Chen, Feng, etc. cannot do.
But now, an animated movie has done it?
What a joke!
When will animated feature films become so powerful that they can directly become the box office champion in the history of Chinese entertainment films?
Not calm anymore.
There is really no one in the entire Chinese entertainment industry who can remain calm.
The box office of 48 billion yuan swept the entire industry like a hurricane.
What’s even more terrible is that the box office of 48 billion is just the beginning.
Because everyone in the industry knows that "Nezha" has successfully applied for an extension.
Its release date will be postponed again for one month.
Good guy.
The box office of 48 billion has been postponed for another month. Is Nezha aiming for a box office of 50 billion?
hiss!
When thinking of this, countless people gasped.
One billion.
Will Chinese-language films enter the 50 billion era?
You have to know that we have only just entered the 40 billion era, or even the 30 billion era.
The only filmmaker who stands in the 30 billion and 40 billion era is director Zhou Qing.
To make a full calculation, there is also Chen Sicheng who was promoted by Director Zhou.
As a result, under this circumstance, will we enter the 50 billion era again?
Isn’t this too magical?
"48 billion! Nezha actually took nearly 50 billion at the box office. It's like a dream!"
Not to mention others, even Jiaozi, the director of "Nezha", couldn't believe it.
He created "Nezha" with a dream and passion, and of course he hopes that the box office of "Nezha" will be as high as possible.
In addition to fulfilling his own dream, it is also an explanation to Zhou Qing, the investor.
After all, Director Zhou is really my mentor and is grateful to me for his support.
But even so, Jiaozi did not expect that "Nezha" would become such a hit.
It caught him completely off guard.
The box office of nearly 50 billion is just a joke! (End of this chapter)