Chapter 778
A Stage Blooming in the Snow
March Sky didn't attract anyone else's attention; they followed silently for a while before leaving at the fork in the road.
It just so happens that those staff members are standing in the aisle leading to the lounge.
Upon arriving at the lounge, Chen Lin quickly removed his hat and mask, then took off his coat, and, catching his breath, said:
"Finally arrived at the lounge! I was so bored from not being able to talk the whole way here!"
He started chattering: "The popularity of Pink Girls is still as high as ever. Back when Jinli made a comeback, this group was always being discussed and their popularity remained high."
It's been so many years now, and it's amazing that so many people are still discussing it.
While boy groups and girl groups are not comparable, it must be said that the pink-clad girls have a very high level of fan loyalty!
Yan Xingdong nodded slightly: "Otherwise, why would netizens call them the 'white moonlight' group? They had no scandals when they disbanded. It was because of a feud between wealthy families that the company severed ties with them, forcing them to leave the group."
Luo Yi thought for a moment and said, "It's the same as when your most beloved person leaves during the years you love them the most. It's hard to replace them, and later girl groups can't achieve the same success as Pink Girls back then."
Chen Lin said with regret, "If their group had only appeared in the last few years, Pearl wouldn't have had such a hard time finding a stage. It's really difficult to get a solo stage now."
Gu Cheng shook his head: "No, if they had only appeared in the last few years, they might not have achieved even greater success than in the past."
"March Band has won many awards both domestically and internationally as the top boy band in recent years, but in terms of global influence, it still can't compare to Pink Girls. Pink Girls was a sensation across Asia back then and almost reached the level of an Asian supergroup."
Their rise to fame was rapid, coinciding with the country's opening up to the outside world, which allowed foreign cultures to enter the country while domestic cultures were also going global.
Everything was thriving and flourishing, a tapestry of vibrant colors.
That's why pink-clad girls have achieved their iconic status.
Now...
Securing overseas gigs is no easy feat, and you also have to be constantly wary of being tricked by local hosts.
Gu Cheng and Jin Li had worked together on overseas gigs for "Counterattack," and Gu Cheng understood how difficult it was to get gigs overseas, especially given the challenging environment.
To outsiders, it just seems like this film crew is having a great time, constantly traveling abroad for gigs and vacationing every day.
However, those familiar with the situation are worried about their safety, fearing that they might inadvertently provoke forces they shouldn't.
Ultimately, China is still the safest place.
Gu Cheng only thought about how the country would become stronger and stronger, so that foreign countries would be eager to introduce Chinese culture, and actively bring domestic culture abroad, making it a fashionable trend pursued internationally.
Although this process will be very long, he is willing to wait as long as it can be achieved in his lifetime.
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After Jinli finished her makeup, she went to visit Ji Qinglian.
A short while later, Qi Guan Mingzhu and Xi Mengze, who had also finished their makeup and styling, arrived.
Ji Qinglian said, "Several video websites sent me invitations to the gala, but Bilibili was not my first choice. Other websites offered more generous terms."
But thinking that you're all here, I wanted to come too. It's been so long since we chatted; last year's schedule was just too busy.
Jinli asked about the situation of Tianding out of curiosity.
Since leaving Tianding with the entire team three months ago, Tianding has experienced a period of chaos, with various factions vying for power within the company.
Jinli was initially worried that Ji Qinglian might become a sacrifice for the various forces in order to maintain a balance of power.
Strangely enough, she was not overlooked; instead, she became an artist who conveyed information to the outside world through various forces.
Tianding poured most of its resources into Ji Qinglian, making her the company's top artist.
It seems that as long as Ji Qinglian's schedule is busy enough and the announcements she participates in are brilliant enough, people can feel that Tianding has not fallen and has a deep foundation.
It remains a formidable idol-making machine.
Ji Qinglian pondered for a moment and said, "The situation inside the company has improved a lot. After all, even a centipede with a hundred legs will not fall down easily. It is a huge company and it is not easy for it to collapse."
Xi Mengze suddenly thought of something and asked, "Is Tianding still promoting June Xia?"
Qi Guanmingzhu also thought of this group, "June Summer was originally created to rival March Sky, but I don't think I've heard of this group in recent years." Ji Qinglian chuckled, "They disbanded and faded away last year. No matter how much they tried to promote them, they couldn't become popular, so they were abandoned."
She thought for a moment and said, "However, some big changes happened at Tianding last year. The original president, He Yan, has been replaced."
Xi Mengze asked curiously, "Who was replaced? A well-known manager in the industry?"
Ji Qinglian shook her head: "He's another spoiled brat, the son of another shareholder, named Lu Shengzhe."
The band March Sky should remember this young master; they met him when they were negotiating contract renewals with the company.
She was unaware of this matter until Lu Shengzhe brought it up in front of everyone when he took office last year.
In the conference room, he angrily denounced March Sky for being ungrateful. He had already seen through their wicked intentions and treacherous nature when they were negotiating the contract renewal.
She didn't attend that meeting, but many of the company's agents, artists, and leaders from other departments did.
Now her agent is also attending.
Those words were relayed to her by her agent.
She was glad she hadn't wasted half a day listening to the newly appointed president rambling on and on.
Only those who lack ability complain; those who are capable have already quietly resolved the issues, so there's no need for such intimidating threats.
The group chatted for a while longer. Jinli looked out the window; it had been snowing for the past few days.
The entire earth was covered in silver and white snow, as if it had been covered with a pure white new coat.
During these past few days of snowfall, the world has become quieter than ever before, seemingly gathering strength for the coming spring.
They arrived two days in advance for pre-recording.
I wonder if it will snow on New Year's Day, which is two days from now. If it doesn't snow, won't their current pre-recorded stage be exposed?
This time, the stage is not an indoor stage, but an open-air venue.
Jinli voiced her concerns, and Qiguan Mingzhu said, "Don't worry about that. The weather forecast has already been done, and it will snow in the coming days."
Xi Mengze said with interest, "I rarely encounter stages with snow, but I often encounter stages with thunderstorms and rain. Being able to sing in the snow feels quite interesting."
Others share the same thought.
Soon, the long preparations were over, and the night arrived with stars twinkling in the sky.
Pre-recorded stage begins!
Jinli's performance was scheduled for the middle of the show. The production team deliberately played a trick by connecting the performances of Ji Qinglian, Qi Guanmingzhu, Xi Mengze, and Jinli together.
One show after another brought joy to the former group fans.
Rounding off, this can be considered a disguised merger.
Jinli has a solo show planned for tonight, where she will sing a cheerful little love song.
She didn't choose a large number of backup dancers, so the organizers put a lot of thought into the set design.
Jinli sang while interacting with the audience using stage props.
Light snowflakes landed on her head, eyelashes, and shoulders, making her look like a lively and agile snow fairy.
My daughter is so beautiful!!
How can my daughter be so beautiful?
[Ahhh, she's waving at me, she's saying hello, she's so beautiful!]
[I declare this to be the best makeup and styling of the day. She looks stunning in period costume and adorable in modern clothes. Where did this little princess come from?] (End of Chapter)