Chapter 138: Awaken, World of Music!

Cooperating with a television station?

Hearing Chen Qi’s words, Zhao Qingqing was completely stunned.

She stared blankly at Chen Qi, a look of helpless amusement on her face.

How could a television station, which had been severely criticized a couple of years ago, still dare to touch on a music-themed program? Not to mention touching it, they probably would avoid those two words altogether now.

They must have developed a deep aversion to music programs!

Cooperating with them? Impossible. The moment you mentioned the word “music,” they might just kick you out.

After a long pause, Zhao Qingqing looked at him with a hint of a smile and asked, “Director Chen, do you know what the current situation of the music market is?”

Chen Qi nodded seriously.

He knew.

Of course, he knew.

It was precisely because the music market was in such a slump that he decided to produce a music program. If the music scene were thriving, he wouldn’t even consider jumping into this chaos.

His goal was clear: to revive the long-dormant music industry!

He had made up his mind.

“If you know this, then why dive into it?” Seeing Chen Qi nodding, Zhao Qingqing couldn’t help but laugh at his recklessness.

Are young people nowadays really that fearless?

She couldn’t understand it either. Chen Qi was doing well directing TV dramas, so why suddenly decide to create a variety show? Those were two completely unrelated fields.

Moreover, if you want to switch fields to variety shows, fine, that’s common for someone who “doesn’t stick to their trade.” But why specifically music programs?

Was he courting disaster?

To Zhao Qingqing, Chen Qi’s plan was certainly not good news.

No, she didn’t believe in this project at all. She had zero hope for it.

In her eyes, venturing into music-themed shows at this moment was almost like courting death.

“Director Chen, I’m not trying to discourage you or doubt your abilities. It’s just that music-related programs aren’t well received in the market right now. They keep repeating the same old formula and it’s really a thankless task,” Zhao Qingqing earnestly advised Chen Qi.

She genuinely worried that Chen Qi would walk down the path of no return with music.

Such a promising young man shouldn’t be ruined…

She could even foresee that if he really made a music program, there was a 99% chance he would be harshly criticized to the point of doubting his purpose, and he might even give up in despair.

“Really?” Chen Qi was a little surprised to see Zhao Qingqing treat music programs like they were some kind of nightmare.

Isn’t this a bit exaggerated?

He knew the music market was in a terrible state, but was it really so terrifying?

“Yes!” Zhao Qingqing nodded seriously and briefly recounted how several major TV stations had been badly bruised in the music program scene over the past couple of years.

“Even television stations, with all their superior resources and natural advantages, couldn’t do well. Others stand even less chance.”

Listening to Zhao Qingqing, Chen Qi suddenly understood and nodded, saying no more.

Although Zhao Qingqing’s description sounded dreadful, he felt no retreat. On the contrary, after hearing her out, his desire to create a music program grew even stronger.

No one believes in it at first; that’s when success feels most rewarding!

He also fully understood Zhao Qingqing’s attitude.

Given how dreadful the music market was, it was normal for her to be pessimistic.

But he didn’t argue with her or insist he was confident in making it work. Right now, it was just an idea; the details still needed time to be perfected.

When he had a complete program plan, he would discuss it with her in detail.

“In that case, I’ll think it over,” he said, putting on a posture as if he were being dissuaded.

Hearing this, Zhao Qingqing finally relaxed.

“Do something else. You’re young; why choose music of all things!” she teased half-seriously, then took a long gulp from the glass on the table and said, “Alright, you’re busy. I’m leaving.”

At this point, she didn’t dare ask if Chen Qi had other plans. She feared that if she said more, Chen Qi might revive the extinguished idea.

She would have to find other solutions for the company’s affairs; Chen Qi clearly wasn’t reliable on this front.

Seeing her about to leave, Chen Qi said no more, smiling as he stood to see her out.

After escorting Zhao Qingqing downstairs, he returned to the sofa with a smile, eyes sparkling as he took out his phone to start researching some well-known singers in this world.

He planned to invite some of these famous singers to participate in the program.

Who says music shows only involve talent contests?

Who says music programs lack creativity?

Who says music programs always follow the same formula?

He had in mind a very unique music show.

“I Am a Singer!”

Yes, the show he planned to produce was the phenomenal “I Am a Singer,” the program that once caused a sensation on Earth.

He was confident he could do it well, confident this program would become a phenomenon in this world.

When he first thought about a music program, this show was the first to flash through his mind.

And he immediately thought of a perfect candidate.

Semi-Diva Xu Man.

With her current popularity, if she agreed to join, they could save a lot on promotion…

But he guessed it was a bit unlikely. He thought inviting this semi-diva would be difficult. Not just her; persuading other singers would probably require quite some effort too.

They had reservations!

He recalled reading news that when Mango TV produced the first season of “I Am a Singer,” they had to expend tremendous effort to invite those singers to compete.

But it made sense—asking already famous singers to battle on the same stage was indeed a bit crazy!

They cared about face, after all. Losing would be so embarrassing.

Still, although Chen Qi had these concerns, he didn’t feel much pressure.

If it took more persuasion, so be it. As long as he could get them to come.

With the music scene in such dire straits, those singers were having a hard time. He believed that if the offer was right, they wouldn’t resist.

Besides, he had witnessed the magic of the show.

Embarrassment?

No such thing!

Anyone who stepped on that stage, even if they lost, did so with honor!

The Earth version alone proved its magic.

It was no exaggeration to say that any singer who appeared on the show, even just as a guest, gained a huge boost in popularity.

He recalled that starting from the second season of “I Am a Singer,” many well-known singers had proactively contacted Mango TV, expressing their desire to participate.

So, Chen Qi was now brimming with confidence.

He decided to invite as many heavyweight singers as possible!

A battle among the gods—that’s the most exciting!

He was ready to bring a unique audiovisual feast to this world.

The long-slumbering music scene deserved to be revived.