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BEIJING : A Chinese company has reportedly offered popular singer Faye Wong a whopping 180 million yuan (S$45 million) for her return to showbiz.
Chinese news sites reported that the mega offer not only covers concerts expenses but also future record albums and movies.
According to sources, the company making this generous offer is one of China's top artiste management companies, Poly Agency.
A concert organiser who has close ties with the company, said Poly Agency had admitted being in talks with Wong for a three to five year contract.
According to a report on Xinhuanet, Chen Ke, assistant general manager at Poly Agency, had denied the rumours initially, but changed his tune when the reporter brought up details of the offer.
"There isn't any contact at the moment," he said.
Wong's manager also rejected the claims, saying, "It is common to come across such news, it's no surprise. If Faye decides that she has had enough rest, then she will make her comeback."
Despite the 180 million yuan carrot dangling in front of her, Wong remains unmoved.
For the singer, money isn't the main concern but whether she will be able to stage a successful comeback.
Insiders believe that the retired pop queen has to think carefully before making her decision. "It's either back to her glory days or it is completely over, therefore she has to be cautious with the company she chooses.
"Currently, apart from Poly Agency, there are another two to three well-known companies who are hoping to secure a deal with Wong, hence Wong has not made a decision in hope for a better offer," reported Xinhuanet.
There has been speculation about Wong's return since the star announced her retirement back in 2003 but this time round, it looks like a comeback is on the cards. She recently signed a 20 million yuan (S$4 million) deal to endorse a hair care product.
Many also believe that Wong is looking to make a comeback due to financial reasons. Apart from her husband Li Ya Peng's failed investments, she had also spent a considerable amount of money on corrective surgery on her younger daughter Li Yan's cleft lip.
In addition, she plans to enroll her daughter in a prestigious school in Hong Kong which is going to eat into her savings. - CNA/fa
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