suspense crime dramas have now become a mainstream in the film and television industry. All major platforms are trying their best to create short and concise suspense short dramas, and the overall performance of these dramas has begun to bear fruit in terms of quality and reputation.
However, short plays are obviously not enough for some large-scale stories. The TV series "Undercurrent" is a 40-episode urban crime-solving suspense drama. In terms of form, the style of this drama is probably along the lines of an orthodox criminal investigation drama.
Judging from the lineup of themes and the current introduction to the drama, this drama is really expected to become a dark horse among original scripts this year.
Some media broke the news that the TV series "Undercurrent" has now obtained the online registration number, which also shows that this drama is likely to be a hit in the summer and on major platforms.
In terms of subject matter and style, "Undercurrent Tracking" may be difficult to compare with the ancient puppets and modern dramas that have a larger market, but the launch of this drama is destined to beat similar competing products on major platforms.
Start with the case and tie the protagonist’s personal story line
Netizens who are familiar with suspense dramas should have discovered that the presence of the police in today’s suspense dramas is getting smaller and smaller. This year's "The Beginning" and "Gate of Rebirth" both put their perspective on ordinary people. The main storyline of police officers is often just about solving crimes, and TV series are mostly blank in shaping their personal lives and emotions.
Such deliciousness can make the pace of the story line faster, but the disadvantage is that it makes the characters thin. Judging from the plot synopsis, "Undercurrent" is a TV series that balances rhythm and character.
This drama tells the story of Lin Zheng, the deputy captain of the criminal police, who was involved in another death case during the investigation of a villa shooting case and became a wanted criminal. Under the investigation of the Ministry of Public Security, Lin Zheng's situation became increasingly unfavorable, and even his relatives and friends stood against him.
However, due to entanglements and contradictions, he abandoned his family ties and cooperated with the secret team of the public security team to successfully arrest the criminals.
As can be seen from the introduction, "Undercurrent" focuses the case on Lin Zheng. In this drama, he is the righteous party and the party under investigation. The complexity of his life experience, the betrayal and separation he experienced, and the tests of human nature all made Lin Zheng's character even more tense.
Generally speaking, there are not many story lines in "Undercurrent Tracking", but they all revolve around the protagonist. This not only makes the plot rhythm online and the protagonist more three-dimensional, but also avoids the "cluttered story line" that is a common problem in many suspense dramas.
And judging from the production team alone, the drama "Undercurrent" is definitely worthy of the audience's expectations. Director Tianyi is not a well-known director, but he is best at creating suspense and crime-solving works.
2018's "The Drug Hunters" brought together powerful actors such as Yu Hewei and Zhang Danfeng to create a criminal investigation and drug drama that received an overwhelming response. The key is that director Tianyi and the protagonist of the TV series "Undercurrent" are old partners.
" Falling in Love with Special Forces " in 2020 and " Ace Force " in 2021 are both produced by Tianyi, and both of them have made the starring Huang Jingyu very popular. And this time "Undercurrent Tracking" is also the second collaboration between the two. In terms of tacit understanding between the actors and the director, "Undercurrent" will definitely be the best.
Huang Jingyu, Li Youbin partnered again, this time it is really time to become popular
Huang Jingyu, as a man who served in the military in the film and television industry, has always been a tough guy style in film and television. Judging from his tough appearance, he is indeed a breath of fresh air in film and television dramas. In terms of acting skills, Huang Jingyu's performance has actually been very stable.
In "Falling in Love with Special Forces", he is an unkind major officer, wearing a military uniform but there is also a tenderness under the uniform. In this drama, Liang Muche, played by Huang Jingyu, has a poisonous tongue and is unsmiling. He is a completely charming character.
In "Ace Force", Huang Jingyu becomes another person. He was born in a grassroots family and is passionate about the army, but his temperament is not suitable for the highly disciplined army.He is lively, smart, and most importantly, very hardworking.
Compared with Liang Muche, Gao Liang played by Huang Jingyu even feels a little cynical and carefree. This grasp of the extreme personalities of the two characters highlights Huang Jingyu's shaping power and makes the audience look forward to Lin Zheng in "Undercurrent".
And among the protagonists of this drama, Huang Jingyu is not the only highlight. The other two leading actors, Yang Youning and Li Youbin, are both solid and capable actors.
The author has always felt that Yang Youning is not suitable for urban emotional dramas. In addition to his nobility, he actually has more sexual tension. Like Huang Jingyu, he is an actor with a relatively tough style and very positive facial features. For him, the drama "Undercurrent" is more suitable and easier to be remembered by the audience.
As for teacher Li Youbin, he is an incredible actor. In the past, "Bright Sword" was regarded as the ceiling of military dramas. Even after 17 years, the audience still thinks that Li Youbin, played by Li Yunlong, is the "god" in military themes.
Even the 2021 hit "Ace Force" is indispensable for Li Youbin's help. After all, judging from the lineup alone, Huang Jingyu, Xiao Zhan, 's partners are a bit young and immature, but Li Youbin is clearly written in the supporting cast, which is why many military fans cannot refuse.
Finally, it turns out that Teacher Li Youbin is the most suitable for drama themes. He has the character of a soldier, and of course he can also perform the majesty of a public security officer. In "Undercurrent", it is still unknown what surprises Li Youbin's character will bring to the audience, but the author believes that there will be many viewers who will click on "Undercurrent" for him.
In short, in terms of cast, "Undercurrent Tracking" stars Qing Yishui's all-star cast. Huang Jingyu and Li Youbin are old partners in "Ace Force", and their renewed cooperation is destined to attract more traffic to "Undercurrent Pursuit". But this time, the TV series "Undercurrent" really can't hold back its explosive appearance, and it's really time to become popular.
Of course, "Undercurrent" has just been registered and is in the preparation stage for launch. The official has not announced the specific launch date of the TV series, so it is difficult to say whether we can see this drama in the summer season.
But the author believes that such a work with a strong lineup can be watched for two years after it has been aired for two years. No matter when it is broadcast, it is a potential dark horse that the audience is not willing to and cannot miss.
As a loyal fan of the suspense genre, I also hope that "Undercurrent" will strictly follow the principles of rhythm and interlocking in terms of plot content, so as not to live up to such a good all-star cast, and not to make the audience dissatisfied with this drama. Expectations were dashed.
He is lively, smart, and most importantly, very hardworking.Compared with Liang Muche, Gao Liang played by Huang Jingyu even feels a little cynical and carefree. This grasp of the extreme personalities of the two characters highlights Huang Jingyu's shaping power and makes the audience look forward to Lin Zheng in "Undercurrent".
And among the protagonists of this drama, Huang Jingyu is not the only highlight. The other two leading actors, Yang Youning and Li Youbin, are both solid and capable actors.
The author has always felt that Yang Youning is not suitable for urban emotional dramas. In addition to his nobility, he actually has more sexual tension. Like Huang Jingyu, he is an actor with a relatively tough style and very positive facial features. For him, the drama "Undercurrent" is more suitable and easier to be remembered by the audience.
As for teacher Li Youbin, he is an incredible actor. In the past, "Bright Sword" was regarded as the ceiling of military dramas. Even after 17 years, the audience still thinks that Li Youbin, played by Li Yunlong, is the "god" in military themes.
Even the 2021 hit "Ace Force" is indispensable for Li Youbin's help. After all, judging from the lineup alone, Huang Jingyu, Xiao Zhan, 's partners are a bit young and immature, but Li Youbin is clearly written in the supporting cast, which is why many military fans cannot refuse.
Finally, it turns out that Teacher Li Youbin is the most suitable for drama themes. He has the character of a soldier, and of course he can also perform the majesty of a public security officer. In "Undercurrent", it is still unknown what surprises Li Youbin's character will bring to the audience, but the author believes that there will be many viewers who will click on "Undercurrent" for him.
In short, in terms of cast, "Undercurrent Tracking" stars Qing Yishui's all-star cast. Huang Jingyu and Li Youbin are old partners in "Ace Force", and their renewed cooperation is destined to attract more traffic to "Undercurrent Pursuit". But this time, the TV series "Undercurrent" really can't hold back its explosive appearance, and it's really time to become popular.
Of course, "Undercurrent" has just been registered and is in the preparation stage for launch. The official has not announced the specific launch date of the TV series, so it is difficult to say whether we can see this drama in the summer season.
But the author believes that such a work with a strong lineup can be watched for two years after it has been aired for two years. No matter when it is broadcast, it is a potential dark horse that the audience is not willing to and cannot miss.
As a loyal fan of the suspense genre, I also hope that "Undercurrent" will strictly follow the principles of rhythm and interlocking in terms of plot content, so as not to live up to such a good all-star cast, and not to make the audience dissatisfied with this drama. Expectations were dashed.
