funbook-pk 78: Capital injection of 10,000
78: Capital injection of 10,000
Han Wen wasn't very interested in mainland Chinese music in his previous life, so the songs he listens to now are mainly from countries like Beijing, Japan, Korea, and the United States.
I occasionally explore music from other countries, but not extensively.
I don't have many favorite singers and bands, but mainly Alan Tam, Pak Keung Chan, Leslie Cheung, Beyond, Chan Wai Hin, Ayumi Hamasaki, Izumi Sakai, Nakajima, Lee Jung-hyun, Lee Hyori, Queen, Michael Jackson, and so on.
Although many excellent singers have emerged in China since then, which has piqued Han Wen's interest, they are still relatively unknown and largely unknown to the public.
However, Yang Tianmei is now at the height of her fame, known to everyone. Especially after the release of her new album "The Wind Carries Affection and the Water Carries Smiles" this year, the cassette tapes sold over a million copies, setting a new record for mainland singers, and her fame is almost on par with Teresa Teng.
Mao Ning, on the other hand, was less famous. Although she had released the single "The Sound of Waves Remains the Same," she would not become a true sensation until after the 93 Spring Festival Gala.
It's not easy for singers to make money these days because there are so many pirated cassette tapes on the market. Especially in mainland China, piracy is everywhere.
Singers' main income doesn't come from cassette sales, but from commercial performances and gigs. Aside from the top singers, most are struggling financially.
That's just how the market is; there's nothing you can do about it. So, when Han Wen started his record company, he didn't initially expect to make money.
It's simply a strategic move to avoid missing out on Zhang Yadong, a musical icon. Of course, this is only a small part of his overall entertainment industry strategy.
Han Wen hadn't expected that Zhang Yadong had unknowingly given him such a big surprise; in fact, he was quite happy.
Because once Mao Ning and Yang Tianmei establish the company's reputation, there will be no shortage of singers and musical talents in the future.
This will be entirely beneficial to the company's future development, but of course, it will cost money.
"Director Zhang, since you have this idea, you must have investigated the market situation, right?" Han Wen nodded and asked, "Tell me now, how much would it cost Jubao Records to poach Mao Ning and Yang Tianmei together?"
"Mr. Han, after conducting market research, consulting with professionals, and having private conversations with intermediaries, I've arrived at a price between 25 and 40," Zhang Yadong replied.
"25 to 40 yuan to dig up a perfect couple?" Han Wen was stunned, feeling that either Zhang Yadong had misspoke or he had misheard.
"Chairman Han, Yang Tianmei's fame is currently at its peak, she is known as the Queen of Sweet Songs, and Mao Ning also has a promising future."
If I'm not mistaken, he'll become the prince of love songs in mainland China sooner or later.
"Such a perfect couple, spending this much money to dig them up isn't a bad deal." Zhang Yadong thought Han Wen was complaining about the price, so he offered this explanation.
Is Hanwen complaining that it's too expensive? He feels it's too cheap; it's so cheap that he can hardly believe it and finds it hard to accept.
Logically speaking, such a perfect couple should easily cost several million. But Zhang Yadong has only offered this price? That's all?
After all, it would cost him 40 yuan to buy a car for his mother, while it would cost his mother 20 yuan to buy a car for Bai Feifei.
But now someone is telling him that he can poach Yang Tianmei and Mao Ning for just this little money. How do you expect him to feel?
Han Wen didn't know if he was out of touch with market conditions or if he was too rich and had become out of touch with a certain social class.
However, there is no doubt that spending so much money to poach the golden boy and jade girl was definitely a profitable deal.
Even with a short contract term, it's still a huge profit. Plus, the company can offer a longer contract at a higher price, or renew it when it expires.
"Director Zhang, I understand what you're saying. You don't need to say anything more; I've made up my mind," Han Wen interrupted Zhang Yadong.
"Chairman Han, what do you mean?" Zhang Yadong felt a little regretful, thinking that Han Wen had rejected his proposal.
"The maximum for two people is 45, right? Okay, I understand." Han Wen thought for a moment and continued, "In that case, Director Zhang, this time, I won't give you 50 either."
That would make me seem stingy, and it would also be a bit troublesome. I'll just inject 100 million into the company directly, and you can take a few hundred thousand to poach Yang Tianmei and Mao Ning.
The remaining money can stay in the company account. From now on, sign all the singers and musicians you have your eye on.
Whether you actively seek them out or they come to you, don't let any talented person slip through your fingers.
If you have money to spare, you can selectively purchase songs and music copyrights from domestic and international music production companies.
The longer the copyright term, the better; ideally, it should be fifty years after the creator's death. I need to stockpile some copyrights; don't forget that.
"One million? It really is a million!" Zhang Yadong exclaimed in astonishment. "Chairman Han, you're not kidding me, are you?"
"The funds should arrive in 1-2 days. Remember to check your account at the bank then." Han Wen shook his head: "Director Zhang, now is finally your time to make your mark and soar to new heights."
"Without Chairman Han's support, help, and trust, where would I, Zhang Yadong, be today?" Zhang Yadong sighed with emotion. "Chairman Han, a good bird chooses a good tree to perch on, and a scholar will die for one who understands him."
"I, Zhang Yadong, will serve you for life, going through fire and water, completely devoted and without any second thoughts."
"Alright, Director Zhang, your words make all my efforts worthwhile. Okay, you get back to work, we're leaving." Han Wen said, then prepared to leave with Bai Feifei.
"Chairman Han, Miss Wang, let me see you off." Zhang Yadong nodded and stood up to see the two off.
The two walked out of the company, got into the car, and prepared to go home.
Han Wen's bold and extravagant spending of millions just now was truly captivating to Bai Feifei, almost leaving her stunned.
At this moment, she finally began to feel the power and allure of money. She realized that with money, one could truly do whatever they wanted.
To be honest, she was quite surprised that the price of one of her cars was enough to poach Mao Ning and Yang Tianmei.
It turns out that it's not that singers are worthless, but rather that money is worth too much.
She was especially stunned when she thought that Han Qingyan had spent nearly ten million yuan to film a TV series.
Furthermore, it's said that the broadcasting rights for the TV series "Beijingers in New York" have already been sold. The total revenue from both domestic and international rights is over ten million yuan.
In just a few months, Money Tree Films made millions of dollars from this TV series after deducting investment costs, causing a sensation in the entertainment industry.
It turns out that making money really is this easy for capable people. Unfortunately, I'm not one of those people.
Fortunately, she was lucky enough to meet Han Wen and his son Han Qingyan. If she had been well-behaved and sensible, and hadn't caused trouble, she could have lived a life of wealth and luxury.