Chapter 324： Do you have a favorite actor

I took the time to check some information about the three companies with Scott and the whole team, and at the same time I also got the simplest understanding of the Korean entertainment industry.

On the second day after arriving in Seoul, Ronan met the heads of three companies under the introduction of Alex.

Compared to the first meeting with Matsubara Takuya in Tokyo, the atmosphere of the meeting was quite harmonious.

"Mr. Anderson, I heard that your Pacific Foundation successfully raised funds in the island country?"

The two parties exchanged a few words. After learning about the relevant situation, Kim Young-min, the president of SM Entertainment, went directly to the topic: "I wonder if you still need to invest?"

As soon as this problem came up, B2M's Jin Minghe and UP Entertainment's Park Chang-gil also looked towards Ronan.

Ronan did not show contempt or arrogance because of the other party's initiative, and calmly said: "The Pacific Film Foundation welcomes every investor."

Jin Minghe smiled and said: "B2M has always been interested in investing in Hollywood and hopes that we can cooperate organically."

Without waiting for Ronan to speak, Park Chang-gil said: "Hollywood is the world's film center, and there are many advanced experiences worth learning."

The three companies often cooperate and have reached an agreement on investing in the Pacific Film Foundation. Since news of the long-term credit bank investing hundreds of millions of dollars in the Pacific Film Foundation came from the island country, they have valued this investment more.

Although they don’t like islanders, they know very well that after the economic crisis in the late 1980s and early 1990s, the investment institutions in the island countries have become cautious iron cocks. If it is not for the higher credibility of the financing party, they can obtain stability. Long-term Credit Bank will never reach an investment agreement with the Pacific Film Foundation.

Ronan doesn't mind accepting more investment. The three companies on the opposite side have a strong willingness to invest in Hollywood, and the talks between the two sides went smoothly.

After introducing the basic situation, Ronan then appropriately revised some of the words he said to Matsubara Takuya at the time. Whether it is a stable film investment channel or the third-party guarantee of Allianz Group, the South Korean side is more concerned about cooperation.

In just over an hour, the negotiation between the two parties has entered the stage of substantial financing amount.

Kim Young-min tentatively said: "We are an entertainment company, not better than an investment institution such as a long-term credit bank." He was a little worried that Ronan would not appreciate the money in their hands after successful financing: "Our investment amount will not be too much. ."

Having said that, Ronan simply asked, "How much can you invest in?"

Kim Young Min said roughly: "There are tens of millions of dollars."

Ronan looked at the other two people again. Jin Minghe and Park Changji said one after another: "Our situation is similar."

"It's okay." Ronan said very sincerely: "Pacific Film Foundation and Relativity Entertainment Group welcome every partner."

Jin Yingmin said with a smile: "We also hope to establish a stable cooperation channel with you."

Ronan responded with a smile. It can be seen that this temporary investment alliance should be headed by Kim Young Min.

The two parties quickly reached a cooperation intention, which is enough for the company's head. The remaining issues such as investment amount and investment income will naturally be handed over to the people below.

The talk went so smoothly, and it was a bit beyond Ronan's expectations.

But thinking about Hollywood's position in the entertainment industry around the world, the adequate preparation for this financing journey, and the precedent for financing with long-term credit banks, seems normal.

After all, Hollywood's influence in South Korea is much greater than that of island countries.

"Mr. Anderson, about this cooperation..." Jin Yingmin looked at Jin Minghe and Park Changji, and suddenly said, "We still have a few small requests here."

This was very polite, but Ronan was alarmed, and he sighed inwardly. Financing was not so easy.

"Please speak." Ronan said calmly.

If the South Korean side makes any non-discriminatory demands, this financing may have more twists and turns.

Kim Young-min tentatively said: "Mr. Anderson has such an excellent film company as Shahai Entertainment. In the next few years, many film and television works will be filmed. I wonder if Asian actors are needed?"

Hearing this, Ronan roughly guessed their intentions and said: "Hollywood is becoming more and more international, and the same is true for Shahai Entertainment's movies. In this era, a movie needs to be globalized in order to achieve a global market strategy. Cooperation with outstanding film talents from all over the world."

Kim Young-min understood the meaning of these words and made sure: "If you need Korean actors, you can contact us at any time."

Ronan nodded: "No problem. In fact, some of my projects require many Asian actors."

This is not a big deal at all. For those ordinary supporting Asian roles, the choice of actors is not very important.

Jin Minghe and Park Changji looked at each other and saw the smiles on each other's faces.

The Korean entertainment industry is different from an island country. If star actors can go to Hollywood for gilding, their worth will inevitably rise. The biggest beneficiaries are their brokerage companies.

Ronan is also looking for more stable partners in some of Hollywood's most important film markets through appropriate methods.

In some businesses, local snakes can play a big role.

Hollywood is indeed the world's leading commercial film, but it is far from being able to ignore its counterparts in other countries.

The two sides reached a consensus in the general direction, and the initial negotiation came to an end. Kim Young Min, Kim Ming Ha, and Park Chang Gil sent an invitation to Ronan for lunch. After getting Ronan’s affirmative reply, they temporarily left the hotel reception room.

When he came to the temporary lounge, Park Chang-gil breathed a sigh of relief and said, "I didn't expect it to go so smoothly."

"Investment is not a big problem. After all, this is a win-win situation." Jin Minghe was still a little worried: "Ronan Anderson agreed with the actors, but this kind of thing can only be promised and cannot be implemented in the contract. He really Will you work with us?"

Kim Young-min said unhurriedly: "I entrusted friends from the United States and the island countries to inquire about Ronan Anderson and some of his situation in the island country. Ronan Anderson has a very good reputation in the United States. The credit rating is the highest level. It is said that he will not easily make promises to others, and once promises will be fulfilled."

Park Changji nodded slightly: "I think the credibility is very high, this is not difficult for him."

Jin Minghe is still not at ease: "Don't forget, this incident is not good for Ronan Anderson and his company. What is not good for you, can you do it positively?"

Kim Young Min smiled suddenly: "Who said there is no benefit? This thing seems to have no benefit, can't we make some benefits for Ronan Anderson?"

"It makes sense." Park Changji said.

Jin Minghe understood what he meant and asked, "Are you sure Ronan Anderson would like it? Don't be self-defeating."

Kim Young Min is very confident: "My friend in Hollywood is also a small producer. He told me that Ronan Anderson has a lot of relationship with some supermodels and female stars. This time I went to the island country to raise funds. That colleague Kazuo Inoue provided Ronan Anderson with a beautiful female star who just became popular."

Park Changji slapped his palm: "Since he has a good bite, it's too simple."

This kind of public relations, they can be said to be familiar with the road.

Jin Minghe was relatively cautious, and said: "When we invite him to have a meal at noon, try it out first. And we also need to understand his preference, otherwise..."

Kim Young Min answered, "Okay, just do it."

Returning to the presidential suite he was staying in, Ronan talked to Scott about the general situation. The negotiation team will naturally be responsible for the specific discussions later.

Later, he turned on the laptop and processed the work mail in the mailbox.

Seeing that the time was almost the same, Ronan came to a luxurious restaurant on the second floor of the hotel as agreed.

The atmosphere of the previous discussions continued, and the meal was also quite harmonious. Several people talked about some interesting things in the American and Korean entertainment circles. Since they all spoke relatively fluent English, the communication was quite smooth.

The topic gradually turned to the excellent film and television works of the United States and South Korea.

Jin Minghe tentatively asked: "Mr. Anderson, the Korean film and television industry has developed rapidly in recent years, and some have been released to North America. I wonder if you have followed it?"

Ronan replied casually: "I've seen some."

"Oh? Unexpectedly, Mr. Anderson also likes Korean works." Kim Young Min answered in due course: "Do you have any favorite works or actors?"

As soon as this words came out, Ronan realized that it was wrong, what did the other party want to do with this singing?

To be honest, he is really not familiar with Korean film and television works, at best he only knows the most famous ones.

But Ronan quickly thought of his experience in the island country, and reminiscent of the messy things in the Korean entertainment industry that had been exposed in his previous life, and he instantly had guesses in his heart.

Ronan seemingly casually said: "There are indeed a few works I like very much. For example, "Blue Life and Death" and this year's "My Savage Girlfriend", the performances of the two heroines are impressive."

Park Chang-gil frowned unconsciously This is not an ordinary young actor...

"That's it." Kim Youngmin smiled: "These two are indeed the few high-quality stars in Korea in recent years."

Ronan nodded: "If the North American copyrights of these two works are still there, I want to introduce them to the North American market."

A lunch ended in a friendly and harmonious atmosphere. Ronan left, and the other three sat at the table, discussing what to do next.

"Did he understand what we mean?" Jin Minghe asked.

Kim Young-min did not answer, but directly said, "I'll take care of Jun Ji-hyun."

Jin Minghe shook his head and said, "Song Hye Kyo gave it to me."

Kim Young-min looked at Park Chang-gil: "You are also a partner and a beneficiary. Can't you just ignore it? Always show your sincerity."

Park Chang-gil did not hesitate, and said directly: "Don't worry, we will also come up with outstanding candidates."