Chapter 994: Chapter 994: Sheng Tang Is a 5 Billion Box Office Star
"The Comeback of ’The White Snake’."
On the eighth day of the lunar month, Sheng Tang returned to her parents’ house, eating breakfast and watching entertainment gossip.
There was an entertainment program commenting on the movie ’The White Snake.’
A host and two guest film critics were discussing the box office of ’The White Snake.’
"The success of ’The White Snake’ is primarily due to its quality. Its plot flows smoothly, and the characters are likable. Even though Bai Suzhen’s character setting received a lot of criticism, you have to admit, she aligns with contemporary women’s self-awareness.
Bai Suzhen is brave, strong, and kind. She’s not a delicate princess waiting for rescue; she’s a heroine. Even if many criticize her for not being the Lady Bai in their hearts, this character indeed aligns with modern values.
As for the other characters, each has their merits. Especially the red fox Dou Dou, it’s practically the cutest pet in a domestic film," the guest chatted away.
The host chimed in: "Yes, Dou Dou is particularly cute. After watching it, my child pestered me to watch it twice more. She likes both Lady Bai and Dou Dou."
The other guest continued: "Yesterday, I was recording a program with the director of ’The White Snake,’ Fei Muzhi, and I asked him about Dou Dou.
Why is this character made so cute, appealing to all ages and genders? Director Fei said it was Sheng Tang’s idea, borrowing many traits from cats."
"No wonder, my child and I both really like cats," the host added, "Dou Dou indeed has many cat-like cute points and also fox traits."
"Right, it’s a very successful attempt, combining the cute aspects of both animals."
"As for the plot, you could say it’s not deep enough. But for popcorn movies, a too deep plot would tire the audience."
"That’s true, the essence of a popcorn movie is to be fun and satisfying, and ’The White Snake’ completely achieved that."
Later, the program host and guests talked about the movie’s shortcomings.
In the thirty-minute program, they praised ’The White Snake’ for a full twenty minutes. Perhaps Huatai Film and Television paid them.
In the end, the guests and host both recommended everyone to watch ’The White Snake,’ saying its comeback in box office success is a mark of its attractiveness.
"We went to see it twice," Mom said to the side, "Why don’t we go again today?"
Sheng Tang laughed, "Already seen it twice, why go again?"
"Your Senior Brother Dazhou’s little girl really likes it. The second time we went was to accompany her," Mom said, "The movie is really good. Your little niece said, ’Auntie is so beautiful.’"
Sheng Tang laughed.
Mom scrutinized her: "You look better in the movie."
In the movie, her demeanor and appearance exuded charm. In real life, Sheng Tang is indeed beautiful, just a bit too quiet, lacking the aura of a great beauty.
"I’ll act in more films in the future. You guys go watch, I’ve already watched it many times," Sheng Tang said.
Mom said no more.
Later, Sheng Tang, Wang Chuiyang, and William participated in some promotional activities.
In the second week, ’The White Snake’s’ box office numbers couldn’t compare to the New Year period, but it ranked first in total box office, grossing 450 million.
In the third week, the box office fell again, which is very normal, with only 300 million.
In the fourth week, it astonishingly stabilized, with another 290 million, making it a small miracle.
Finally, ’The White Snake’s’ total box office surprisingly surpassed 2 billion, firmly sitting in second place in total New Year box office, just 70 million less than the first place.
"50 Billion Box Office Star," this crown landed on Sheng Tang’s head.
She’s only been in the industry for just over four years.
