Rebirth of the Entertainment Master

When Xiao Yunhai heard this, he smiled and said: "Then I will have a good taste of the difference between the dishes made by the imperial chef inside and those made outside."

Everyone sat together and ate lunch, and all the knots in their hearts for many years were finally untied.

In the next few days, Xiao Yunhai met many young members of the Xiao family, most of them were in politics, and almost none of them were in business.

They all knew that Xiao Yunhai was not only a celebrity, but also a tens of billionaires, and they were not on the same path as themselves, and they didn't need the political resources of the Xiao family, so they were very polite to him.

Although Xiao Yunhai didn't see anything on his face, he didn't like them very much in his heart, and always felt that these people were too utilitarian.

Maybe it's blood relationship, the younger generation of the Xiao family, including Xiao Yuanyang and Xiao Changhe from the second uncle's family, can make him feel a little bit of family affection.

As for grandfather Chen Jiahong, Xiao Yunhai sent him back to Zheng Hai the next afternoon.

Although the two bickered as soon as they met, when Chen Jiahong walked out of the yard, he could still see a trace of reluctance in Xiao Leshan's eyes.

After staying with grandpa for three days, Xiao Yunhai and Zhao Wanqing went abroad for their honeymoon.

Chapter 616 Purchase of Theater Shares

After playing happily for half a month and visiting some of the most famous scenic spots in the world, the two returned to their manor villa in Los Angeles.

At this time, the major Hollywood companies have passed the most difficult stage. Although the stock market is still falling, the decline is far less than before.

It can be said that the eight major Hollywood film companies have suffered heavy losses, and the stock market has fallen sharply, the least of which has dropped by 40.00%.Among them, 21st Century Fox was the worst, plummeting from 300 billion US dollars to 530 billion US dollars.

The Magic Special Effects Company was not much better. In just one month, the stock market dropped by more than 50.00%, from the original price of 45 US dollars to 22 US dollars.

Countless small and medium-sized special effects companies and special effects studios in Hollywood have all gone bankrupt and closed their doors, and now Xiao Yunhai has taken advantage of it.

From the outbreak of the economic crisis to the present, the magic special effects company has added more than 600 new employees, most of them are the technical backbone of the bankrupt special effects company, and one contract is five years, which makes the magic magic no matter in terms of technology or talent reserve. In terms of performance, they all leapt to become the real number one in the world.

Xiao Yunhai came here this time, in addition to dealing with some magical special effects company matters, more importantly, he bought the theater chain shares of major companies.

Before leaving, he asked Daniel to keep an eye on the theaters of major film companies, and notify him immediately once the court pronounces a verdict.

The reason why Xiao Yunhai and Zhao Wanqing returned to Los Angeles in a hurry was because Daniel called and told Xiao Yunhai that yesterday the court had ruled that the eight major film companies had violated the American anti-monopoly law, and they were required to sell their theater shares within three months. You can only keep 30.00% at most.

Xiao Yunhai coveted the theaters in the United States, so naturally he would not let this opportunity pass.

His greatest strengths are twofold.

One is that he has close to 200 billion in cash. According to the exchange rate of 1:1.3 between the U.S. dollar and Huaxia currency, it is enough for Xiao Yunhai to cover theaters all over North America.

The second is that he has no interest in controlling shares, as long as he and Hanhai's movies can be screened.This one is the key to his confidence to win the theater.

Although the court ordered the eight major film companies to sell the theaters, it did not say who they would sell to.If Xiao Yunhai used MGM's approach to other companies, he believed that it would be no problem to buy it, and there was no need for a premium.

However, what he is most worried about now is that after the outside world hears the news, they will definitely flock to him. Therefore, Xiao Yunhai needs to act immediately before they do.

He already owns a 20.00% stake in MGM, a 5.00% stake in Paramount, and a 43% stake in Universal, covering [-] states in the United States.

After some serious consideration, the two set their goals on Warner and Disney.

Because their two companies can allow Xiao Yunhai to cover the theaters in the remaining states of the United States and most of the North American countries.

In this way, Xiao Yunhai's theater layout in North America can be completely completed.

In order to achieve this goal, Xiao Yunhai and Zhao Wanqing came to New York and met Michael Eisner who owns 40.00% of Warner Bros. theater chain shares.

Michael received them in the office, and said: "Mr. Xiao, Ms. Zhao, do you know how many calls I received to buy Warner Cinemas in just two days? Hehe, there are eighteen of them, and I sent someone to come over in person There are nine of them, and the highest offer is even double the market price. Hehe, it seems that the theater chain is indeed very attractive."

Under the influence of the financial turmoil, the stock of Warner Bros. theaters plummeted from 520 billion to 280 billion.If Michael didn't lie, it means that someone raised the quotation to 560 billion, which is much higher than the previous 520 billion.

From this, it can be seen that the other party has indeed spent a lot of money.

Zhao Wanqing asked calmly, "Why didn't you sell it at such a good price?"

Michael chuckled and said, "It's up for sale. I hope I can wait for a better buyer. Seeing the two of you, I think I've waited."

Zhao Wanqing shook her head and said, "You may be disappointed, we won't pay so much money."

Michael said: "What I want is not money, but a controlling stake in the theater. There are no secrets in Hollywood. I have heard about the agreement you signed with MGM. You want to show your own movies without restriction. , and I need a controlling stake, so like MGM, we are the perfect partner. However, you need to buy 20.00% of the shares at one time.”

Zhao Wanqing asked puzzledly: "I heard that you only have 40.00% two in your hand."

Michael said: "After the financial crisis broke out, I bought the shares of the other two shareholders, and now I own a total of 50.00% four."

Zhao Wanqing said: "Then how much do you need to sell your shares for?"

Michael said: "50.00% premium."

Zhao Wanqing shook her head and said, "Impossible. Mr. Michael, you must know that although we bought the shares, we can help you continue to control the entire Warner Cinemas, so that you will not have any worries. This is already a big deal." It’s cheap. You pay a premium of 50.00%, which is too unfair to us.”

Michael said: "Ms. Zhao, don't forget that with Warner Cinemas, your movies can be screened at will."

Zhao Wanqing smiled and said, "It's not easy for us to make a movie suitable for the United States. It's very good to show ten movies a year. Mr. Michael, I hope you can show us your sincerity."

Michael said: "Ms. Zhao, this is already the lowest offer they gave me."

Zhao Wanqing said: "But these people will bring a very big threat to your holding, but we will not. This is the most important thing, isn't it?"

In this way, the two came and went, and after some verbal battles, they finally reached an agreement.

Xiao Yunhai purchased a 90% stake in Warner Cinemas with US$20.00 billion. He can screen up to 40.00 movies a year, with a choice of schedule, and no less than [-]% of the films scheduled for the first three days.At the same time, unconditionally support Michael to become the chairman of the board of directors and take charge of the entire Warner Cinemas.

According to the current exchange rate, 90 billion U.S. dollars is 110 billion Huaxia coins. Just one Warner has spent most of Xiao Yunhai's funds. Now he only has 62 billion left, and a Disney theater chain.

Disney theaters rank fifth among the eight major theaters, mainly in other North American countries, with a market value of 180 billion US dollars.

The negotiations between the two parties went very smoothly, and the conditions were similar. Xiao Yunhai finally bought the shares with 53 billion Huaxia coins.

So far, Xiao Yunhai's layout in major theaters in North America has been completely completed, and he only has less than one billion left in his hands.

However, the money has to be handed over to "Legend of the Condor Heroes" at least [-] million, and the remaining [-] million is just enough for him to shoot "Inception".

After all, the male and female protagonists are Xiao Yunhai and Zhao Wanqing, and the magic special effects are also his own. The two major items don't need to cost a penny. In this way, [-] million is about the same.

After finishing the movie theater, the two of them had just returned to Yanjing's home, and before they had a drink, Xiao Yunhai received a call from his uncle Chen Zhan.

"Yunhai, let me ask you, is "Love Apartment 2" finished?"

Xiao Yunhai smiled and said: "That's right. Half a month ago, the film had passed the review at the Film and Television Bureau. However, at that time, the financial turmoil was too severe, so I didn't hand over the film to you."

Chen Zhan nodded and said, "It's ready now. Many advertisers have already become active, so I'll send someone over to talk to you."

Xiao Yunhai said: "Uncle, then tell me first, how much advertising revenue Anhui TV Station is going to give me? I watched this drama, it's very funny, not worse than the first one."

Chen Zhandao: "You need to discuss the advertising share issue with Lu Zejun, the deputy director. After all, we are relatives, and I need to avoid suspicion. By the way, hurry up and plan a variety show for me that can make our Anhui TV station famous."