Chapter 896 ·Choosing a Script

Wen Wan was surprised that her intention to help Chen Fan by accepting an interview had unexpectedly turned into a blessing, gaining her a large number of casual fans.

Her pre-debut experiences brought her considerable sympathy.

Moreover, Wen Wan's unique temperament gave her very good public appeal.

Her grassroots background and approachability made it easier for Wen Wan to gain public favor.

Even after Wen Wan became famous overnight, she still carried obvious inspirational qualities.

Her experience inspired many netizens, who saw the possibility of success in her story.

Some media outlets, seeing the situation turning unfavorable, promptly chose to issue apology statements.

And as the instigators, those two tabloid newspapers also issued a tepid statement.

First stating that the journalists who wrote the articles had been dismissed, and the newspaper expressed sincere apologies to Wen Wan.

However, the angry fans didn't accept this apology, with some fans protesting at the newspaper office. More hot-tempered fans even placed several funeral wreaths at the newspaper office entrance, creating another stir online.

Chen Fan hadn't been following the changes in online public opinion, he was still waiting for Feng Pojun's investigation results.

Meanwhile, Chen Fan received documents from Feifan Media, containing invitations from various directors and film companies extended to Wen Wan during this period.

With Wen Wan's current status, she was fully qualified to choose scripts she liked.

Chen Fan casually browsed through them but didn't find any particularly satisfying scripts.

It was now June 2006, and even if filming finished and waited for release, it would be 2007.

Among the films releasing next year, the most memorable ones in Chen Fan's impression were only 《Assembly》, 《The Sun Also Rises》, 《Getting Home》, and 《Call for Love》.

However, these all had male leads. With Wen Wan's current fame, taking a minor role would purely be boosting others' status, with no benefit to herself.

Should he let Wen Wan take a year off?

There was still the 《Idol Boys》 variety show recording this year, letting Wen Wan make guest appearances and maintain appropriate exposure wouldn't be bad.

Just as Chen Fan was hesitating, his attention suddenly caught several scripts placed at the back.

"TV dramas?"

Chen Fan was surprised.

Hadn't Wen Wan never filmed a TV drama before?

If she filmed a TV drama, would it affect her popularity?

Chen Fan searched through a pile of scripts and proposals but didn't find any familiar ones.

Just as Chen Fan was about to reach the end, he unexpectedly saw a familiar name.

"《Golden Marriage》?"

Taking a look, it was indeed the one filmed by Zhang Guoli and Jiang Wenli.

Chen Fan sat up straight, his fingers lightly tapping on the desk.

He remembered this drama was extremely popular in his previous life.

When it aired back then, it was practically a phenomenon-level TV drama, directly triggering a viewing frenzy nationwide. It particularly resonated strongly among the older generation.

Chen Fan was somewhat tempted.

How about letting Wen Wan take on 《Golden Marriage》?

The current Wen Wan had enough fame, holding two Best Actress awards was sufficient proof of her worth in the film industry.

However, some film critics had always criticized Wen Wan's acting, with some publishing articles saying most of Wen Wan's roles were decorative female leads, failing to showcase acting skills.

Moreover, people online said although Wen Wan was famous, she was just an idol actress, still lacking the experience to be considered a serious actress, after all, she was too young.

Chen Fan looked at the "Golden Marriage" script, this drama would really test acting skills.

Actors needed to perform from young lovers to white-haired elderly, definitely a huge test of acting ability.

If Wen Wan could successfully complete this drama's filming, it would not only silence all critics but also complete her transition from idol to serious actress.

However, as an idol superstar, it was uncertain whether Wen Wan would be willing to accept such an acting challenge script.

Chen Fan temporarily set aside the 《Golden Marriage》 script and continued looking.

Unexpectedly, after going through a pile of scripts to the end, he discovered another surprising TV drama.

"《Ming Dynasty in 1566》"

Holy crap!

Chen Fan blurted out an expletive.

This was a legendary drama.

This TV drama was too classic.

Even after several decades, a hundred years, this TV drama's position in Chinese television dramas would remain firmly in the top tier, unshakeable.

Chen Fan opened it for a look, but what he found was unexpected.

Not only was there a script, but there was also a letter from the director.

It turned out the script had been ready for a while, but they couldn't secure investment, so director Zhang Li sent the script to Feifan Media as a try.

At the end of the file, Feifan Media had written an evaluation of this TV drama.

"Solid script, but the plot is too heavy and conventional, there are currently too many historical dramas domestically, huge investment required, therefore not recommended for adoption."

Chen Fan didn't comment on the company market department's assessment.

After all, as a serious historical drama, whether it was actors or costumes and props, it all required massive funding, and if not done well, all investment could be wasted.

Moreover, quite a few historical dramas had indeed been released these past two years, certainly causing some viewer fatigue.

However, as someone from the future, Chen Fan knew too well this drama's worth.

If he didn't know, that would be one thing.

Now that this drama's script appeared before him, how could he miss it?

Chen Fan immediately took out his phone and called the company manager.

"Among those scripts sent over today, I've taken a look, there's one called 《Ming Dynasty in 1566》, contact the director and tell him we're interested in investing in this TV drama."

The company manager was clearly stunned.

"Mr. Chen, are you sure about investing in that drama? According to that drama's script, the funding needed would..."

"As long as it's a good drama, regardless of the investment amount, Feifan Media can invest."

Chen Fan set the tone, then arranged: "Make the call quickly. When Director Zhang Li arrives, let me know, I want to meet him."

"Yes. I'll arrange it immediately."

After hanging up, Chen Fan prepared to send a message to Wen Wan.

But after hesitating, he changed to making a call instead.

The phone rang a few times before being quickly answered. ℴ

"Hello?"

Hearing the familiar voice on the other end, Chen Fan maintained composure.

"Are you busy?"

"No, I was just doing yoga."

"I've been learning yoga recently, preparing to lose weight and maintain my figure."

Wen Wan's voice was still as gentle and warm as spring breeze.

It seemed the negative online public opinion hadn't affected Wen Wan at all.

"Did you call me for something?"

Seeing Chen Fan silent for a few seconds, Wen Wan very considerately asked.