Benshan’s beloved disciple, starting from the 2009 Spring Festival Gala
Chapter 7 - "I really found a treasure."

Chapter 7 “I really found a treasure.”

Putting aside various factors, Benshan Media, which almost integrated the entertainment and music resources of the northeast circle, has not lived up to its original founders in terms of its future development and ultimate outcome.

Among the obstacles, or rather the reasons that have prevented Benshan Media from reaching the next level, are the small groups or individuals in the company who hold key positions and are old-fashioned.

They have narrow perspectives and only care about making quick money right under their noses, like arranging over a hundred nationwide performances for Qu Yiming or organizing a few fan-made variety shows, capitalizing on the fame of Benshan. These actions are depleting the company’s future vitality.

Qu Yiming no longer bothers to argue with them. After all, Benshan Media is named after Benshan. Benshan Laoshi (Uncle Benshan) is the absolute decision-maker. If one can be around Benshan Laoshi, why should Qu Yiming bother with those people? Just follow the higher-ups and everything will be fine.

“I became famous, my script succeeded, and my master spoils me, so now I can act arrogantly.”

Although Benshan Laoshi felt that Qu Yiming was a bit too proud, compared to Xiao Shenyang, who was taking private jobs and not going through the company, Qu Yiming had never had any conflicts with the company over income and was obedient, plus he had made contributions. Therefore, Benshan Laoshi was willing to listen to Qu Yiming’s suggestions for the company’s transformation.

“What direction do you think the company should transform in?”

“Online. Our company’s artists can gain fame online first, then monetize through the offline market. Online can also be monetized, but it depends on whether the company has the ability to bring in ads for monetization…”

After thinking for a while, Benshan Laoshi responded, “You’re right. The company has already been doing online content, like filming TV dramas and variety shows. Isn’t that already laying the foundation for promoting our artists?”

“As for TV dramas, I won’t comment, but regarding variety shows, the company’s effort is definitely lacking. Master, you’re a big name in comedy, and you have close ties with Liaoning TV. Why not collaborate with them on a comedy talent competition?”

“I’m talking about inviting comedy groups from all over the country, whether it’s cross-talk or anything else, invite them all to participate. Each episode can introduce new performers, and the show can have competitions, with one group eliminated every episode. We could have four episodes per month, and after a year, select an annual champion. As for the prize, the champion can perform on the Liaoning TV Spring Festival Gala. Audiences love competition-based shows like Star Avenue or Super Girl…”

By doing this, all the company’s artists can take turns appearing on the show, and whatever type of performance they do, it’s their own decision. If they aren’t famous, they have only themselves to blame, not the company. More importantly, Master, you would be fostering fresh new talent in the comedy industry…”

Qu Yiming finished explaining his plan. As for the framework of the program, it was naturally based on comedy variety shows from the past. Benshan Laoshi understood Qu Yiming’s underlying intention. “Fostering fresh blood” was just a formal statement.

The truth was, any comedy star emerging from this show would have to owe Benshan Laoshi a favor. In other words, it would enhance Benshan Laoshi’s influence in the comedy industry, and on a larger scale, it would increase his reputation in the entire entertainment industry.

This was exactly what Benshan Laoshi wanted. Otherwise, he wouldn’t have created the company or founded the Benshan Arts Academy, trying to consolidate the northeast comedy market.

Benshan Laoshi patted Qu Yiming’s head.

“Son, what did you grow up eating? Tell me, and I’ll change the menu for Daniu tomorrow.”

Daniu was Benshan Laoshi’s biological son.

Qu Yiming replied, “Grains, fruits, vegetables, whatever we have, we eat.”

“Ah, I really found a treasure.”

Benshan Laoshi clicked his tongue in wonder.

Qu Yiming replied, “That’s because you have a keen eye for talent.”

“The variety show plan and the movie script—get them to me as soon as possible. I’ll discuss it with the company. After all, we’re not running solo, we’re a big family, and everyone needs to eat.”

“Got it, Master.”

The plane from Beijing to Shenyang took a little over an hour. The flight landed quickly at Xiantao Airport.

“Wear your mask, hat, and glasses,” Benshan Laoshi instructed before getting off the plane.

“Okay,” Qu Yiming obediently replied.

When they walked out of the airport, Qu Yiming noticed that Benshan Laoshi’s instructions were spot on. The area was swarming with reporters. Several police cars and dozens of officers were maintaining order.

“Qu Xiaoming, say something!”

“Say something, say something!”

“I’m from Southern Daily. Why did you perform in such a disgusting way on the Spring Festival Gala, misleading young people about gender identity…”

“Shut your mouth!”

Qu Yiming struggled to break free from the reporters, who were trying to block him, and got into the car arranged by the company. The car sped off.

“I think I really am famous now.”

Looking at the reporters chasing the car in the rearview mirror, Qu Yiming still felt like he was in a dream.

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