What was even more critical was yet to come. In the following days, the re-broadcast of "the legend of the condor heroes" soared, with average viewership ratings consistently hovering between 2.7 and 2.9.
Its viewership rating was either first or second in its time slot.
Why did a drama that just concluded have such immense magic?
Why did it entice viewers to watch it again, even knowing the plot?
The major TV stations couldn't comprehend it.
Could it be that the new dramas they were broadcasting weren't appealing? Were they not good?
Of course, besides Yanjing TV, which achieved great success with its brilliant operation, Tengfei Video was also overjoyed.
The monthly active users and member count in February had already propelled Tengfei Video into the ranks of the top five video platforms.
This March, with the finale, further boosted their market share significantly.
Tengfei Video felt that when the major video platforms released their March data, he would very likely be promoted to fourth place among video platforms or even break into the top three!
And then there was the exclusive online broadcasting rights for the "Four Nations Concert." Even if he couldn't enter the top three in March, he definitely could in April.
Of course, what the major TV stations and video platforms were most concerned about now was when "the return of the condor heroes" would be filmed.
With the successful foundation laid by the first part of the trilogy, the performance of this second part would undoubtedly be terrifying, wouldn't it?
However, Tianxing Entertainment had not released any news about filming "the return of the condor heroes" recently, which made them a bit anxious.
On the afternoon of the 29th, Tianxing Entertainment held a grand celebration!
It wasn't to celebrate the booming viewership of "the legend of the condor heroes," but to celebrate "beautiful fate" officially breaking one billion chinese yuan at the box office.
Before "beautiful fate," only "lost in thailand," also produced by Tianxing Entertainment, had achieved a box office of one billion.
And both films in China that exceeded one billion were from Tianxing Entertainment!
This made other companies envious, jealous, and hateful, while also making them increasingly certain that the era of blockbuster box office films had arrived.
Su Yu did not attend this celebration, citing preparation for the "Four Nations Concert" as the reason.
This left the reporters who wanted to interview Su Yu very speechless.
When you were promoting "chinese partners" before, why didn't you say you needed to prepare diligently then?
You clearly didn't want to steal the thunder from Zhao Xiaolu, Liu Ruyan, Li Enjun, and the other main creators.
"Director Zhao, you are now China's highest-grossing female director. What do you have to say about that?"
A reporter present at the scene asked during an interview.
"The box office is only a part of the film itself! It cannot be the sole criterion for measuring a director's skill. I am still a new director who has just entered the industry, and I have a long way to go and more to learn!"
Zhao Xiaolu was neither timid nor reserved when facing reporters, a complete contrast to how she was with Su Yu.
However, she didn't forget who she was because of this film that grossed over one billion.
Her answers to the reporters were all sincere.
"Director Zhao, have you started preparing for your next film? When do you plan to start shooting?" another reporter asked.
In their view, Zhao Xiaolu was no less capable than Hao Ren was back then.
And striking while the iron is hot, by directly shooting the next film, would be the best choice!
After all, she's a director with a one billion box office! As long as she says she wants to invest in a new film, she wouldn't even need Tianxing Entertainment to put the project together, right?
"The film script has taken initial shape, but it still needs careful refinement for some time, and I also need a few months to settle down, absorb, and supplement more knowledge. The new film will start shooting at the earliest in September or October, but the male and female leads will still be Ruyan and Enjun!"
After answering with a smile, Zhao Xiaolu also revealed news about the male and female leads of her next film.
With the great success of the first film, she felt that netizens and audiences had a high acceptance of Liu Ruyan and Li Enjun as a screen couple, so she didn't plan to change the cast for the second film.
"Director Zhao, will your second film still be a romance film? Or a series sequel?"
The reporter's eyes lit up, and he pressed on.
Hao Ren, the previous director who grossed over 1.2 billion, had been out of sight for a long time.
It was rumored that he was diligently refining a new script.
Now, this second director with a one-billion box office also said she needed to settle down before continuing to shoot new films.
What's wrong with the people at Tianxing Entertainment? Don't they want to make money?
However, thankfully, Zhao Xiaolu was not like Hao Ren, unwilling to reveal any information to them.
"It's a completely new love story within the same series!"
Zhao Xiaolu replied.
"Director Zhao, what do you think of the upcoming 'chinese partners'? Do you think its box office might exceed one billion?"
A reporter asked loudly.
Although Su Yu wasn't there, how could topics about him be scarce?
"I can't determine or predict box office numbers, but Teacher Su Yu has never disappointed everyone before, has he? My suggestion is for everyone to go to the cinema and watch this inspiring film about youth, friendship, love, struggle, and entrepreneurship!"
Zhao Xiaolu was speechless. How could she predict the box office of Su Yu's film?
She didn't have Su Yu's confidence to boldly declare a shocking box office figure like "five hundred million" at the premiere.
Although, that five hundred million box office was achieved in just a few days.
"Ruyan, I heard you successfully auditioned and participated in the filming of 'let the bullets fly,' a collaboration between Teacher Su Yu and Director Zhang. Is that true?"
Finally, a reporter turned his attention to Liu Ruyan.
At this moment, Liu Ruyan was a genuine leading actress of a one-billion box office film.
It seemed there was only one international actress in China who had achieved this feat so far.
"I was very fortunate to pass the audition with Teacher Su Yu and Director Zhang, and luckily got a role."
Liu Ruyan answered humbly.
She knew exactly how she achieved her current status.
This film, "beautiful fate," which made her, had Su Yu specifically designating her as the female lead.
If Su Yu had chosen someone else back then, what would have become of Liu Ruyan?
So, whenever it involved Su Yu, she kept her position very low.
"Can you tell us what kind of role it is? Is it the female lead of the film?"
The reporter pressed on.
"Sorry, it's not convenient to disclose." Liu Ruyan still refused with a smile.
While Tianxing Entertainment was holding a celebration for "beautiful fate," Su Yu was in Jinling, rehearsing the English song for tomorrow's live broadcast with Qin Damo and his band.
At this time, not only Qin Damo and his band were present, but also Qian Jin and the representative had come out of curiosity to get a glimpse.
Curiosity was only one aspect; the most important thing was that they wanted to know if Su Yu's first attempt at writing an English song would be successful!
They had already heard the Korean song written by Chu Ming. The melody was naturally excellent, but the Korean lyrics were a bit lacking.
Moreover, while the singer Chu Ming found had accurate pronunciation, her singing skills were a bit weak.
However, the stages of the other Four Nations were also similar, as they were all using languages they were not proficient in.