505: An industry insider said: "Director Xu's films only have the difference between being a minor box office hit and a major one!"

"It's really surprising. Who would have thought Director Xu's new drama would choose a completely unknown newcomer!"

"Yeah, if I were Director Xu, I wouldn't take such a risk. After all, Liu Yifei, Reba, or even other actresses from Great Xu could all be the Female Protagonist!"

"This girl is truly lucky. Being chosen by Director Xu, she's flown up to the branch to become a phoenix."

"Isn't that so? Director Xu has never had a box office flop. So many people want to be his Female Protagonist. Even the big-name actresses in the industry would be willing to do it for free, yet it ended up benefiting a newcomer."

...

"I really don't know what Director Xu's criteria for selecting actors are. It's said that he only took one look, and the Female Protagonist was decided."

"So I'm not the only one who heard this rumor. It seems it wasn't just a rumor."

"It's true. When this newcomer went to audition, she hadn't even finished her self-introduction before Director Xu decided she would play the role."

"No wonder we can't reach the heights of Director Xu, because we simply don't understand Director Xu's intentions..."

...

Industry insiders were discussing it, but were all very shocked by this matter.

After all, traditionally, the male and female leads of a film are entities that need careful selection.

If the male and female leads are not selected well, it will have a huge impact on the film's box office.

Therefore, many directors prefer to choose from existing stars, which is more guaranteed.

Moreover, the audience is more receptive, and stars can bring their own fans to boost the film's box office.

But the Great Director Xu whom everyone was closely watching didn't choose the female lead from so many 'connections.'

Instead, he picked a newcomer who hadn't even acted in much through an open audition.

It's no wonder everyone is so curious.

But after everyone regained their composure, they found that the person who did this was the Great Director Xu, known as the master of the box office, and then they felt it was very reasonable.

After all, he is Director Xu. From the beginning until now, his box office has never flopped.

The movies produced by Director Xu only have the difference between a box office explosion and a huge box office hit.

The current box office record is still held by his 'kung fu'.

Others can only look up to him.

Even in several types of films, the market is dominated by Da Xu Culture, which he created.

For example, 'zombie film' and 'science fiction film'.

Others filming these two types of films still have high risks; it's not like you make money just by filming.

But Da Xu Culture now shoots these two types, and it's completely one hit after another.

I don't know how many industry insiders are jealous of this, but they also express helplessness.

So, Director Xu choosing a newcomer for his new drama seems outrageous, but it's also very normal.

Because others might still need to rely on the fame of actors to pull in box office numbers.

But for Director Xu, there is no need for this at all.

This is probably the main reason why many actresses want to become a 'Xu Girl'.

As long as you become a 'Xu Girl', you have almost booked a seat for 'becoming a huge hit'.

...

Many netizens were more curious than surprised after learning the news:

"What is the background of this Wang Zuxian, to actually be chosen by Director Xu?"

"Yeah, I thought Director Xu would choose Liu Yifei or Reba as the Female Protagonist this time, didn't expect..."

"A newcomer is actually not bad. I trust Director Xu's vision. The most important thing is that he is still the male lead."

"Exactly! I see some people yapping there, but do they think their vision is better than Director Xu's?"

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"Regardless of whether she's a newcomer or an old hand, as long as Director Xu starts filming soon, it's fine. It's almost March."

"No problem. Anyway, I know that what Director Xu films will definitely be a good movie. I believe in his level."

"'a chinese ghost story' I heard is a period horror film. Is this the first time Director Xu has filmed this type?"

"It seems so. New type, new movie, new Female Protagonist, it's really worth looking forward to!"

...

In a high-end cafe, two girls wearing sunglasses were drinking coffee.

The one with a more mature temperament put down her coffee and said:

"Reba, hearing that that guy Xu Lu actually chose a newcomer as the female lead for his next film, do you feel disappointed?"

"Oh, Sister Mi, you really don't know how to chat!"

Reba complained unhappily, and added:

"Disappointment is definitely there, but luckily Xu Lu chose a newcomer, otherwise..."

Hearing this, Boss Yang naturally knew what the other party meant.

She smiled, nodded, and said:

"That's also true. Luckily it's a newcomer. I heard she's still a student who is a few months away from graduation. I don't know why this guy Xu Lu chose a newcomer as the female lead. I really don't understand him."

"Isn't that so? Actually, there are many good actresses within their Da Xu Culture. Now with Xu Lu's popularity in the industry, if he picks one, he can make one famous."

Reba also nodded in agreement.

Boss Yang suddenly said:

"However, we are not Xu Lu after all, and we haven't reached his high level, so it's normal not to understand. If Xu Lu acted like other directors, maybe he wouldn't have reached his current height."

"So, although I was a bit disappointed when I heard the news, I just thought about it in my heart."

Reba smiled and said:

"Sister Mi, you don't think I'm really angry, do you? Actually, I'm not. I was just complaining a bit because I'm with you."

Boss Yang looked at the other party, nodded, and said:

"That's good. But why did this guy Xu Lu suddenly think of filming this type of horror film?"

"Heaven knows. His ideas have always been unique."

Reba answered casually, because she really didn't know the reason.

...

On the other side, in the artist department of Da Xu Culture, Younger Cousin Yang Mi was also complaining:

"Sister Yifei, why do you think Brother Xu didn't choose you as the female lead this time? I'm so disappointed."

"Director Xu must have his reasons for doing this. And with so many projects coming online in the company now, there will always be opportunities for us to perform!"

Liu Yifei was very calm and said softly.

"But I prefer acting in Brother Xu's films as a director; it's much more interesting than in other crews! Oh, this person named Wang Zuxian is too lucky. How did Brother Xu take a fancy to her at a glance..."

Younger Cousin Yang Mi was still a bit depressed, muttering and complaining.

Seeing this, Liu Yifei didn't offer much comfort.

Because she knew that Younger Cousin Yang Mi had this kind of personality—carefree.

Don't look at her being angry now, but in a while, she would definitely forget about it.

...

Amidst the hustle and bustle, Great Director Xu's 'a chinese ghost story crew' of Da Xu Culture successfully started filming.

However, at this time, something happened in the industry that angered everyone at Da Xu Culture.