On May 4, the absurdist mystery series "Born with Luck," starring Wang Xiao and Tian Xiwei, with Wang Chuanjun in a leading role, premiered on iQIYI International.
Beginning with an anonymous tip-off letter, the series unfolds a series of intricate case clues in Sanjiangkou. As the police, persons involved in the cases, and multiple character relationships become increasingly intertwined, the police follow the clues step by step and gradually uncover the truth behind the mystery.
"Born with Luck" brings a fresh approach to mystery storytelling through multi-line narration and an absurdist style. With tangled clues, interconnected incidents, tight logic, and strong dramatic tension, the series presents a suspenseful investigation with a distinctive tone.
In the series, Zhang Yi’ang, played by Wang Xiao, and Li Qian, played by Tian Xiwei, work together to investigate the deaths of former bureau chief Lu Zheng and criminal police captain Ye Jian, gradually uncovering the complex web of relationships in Sanjiangkou.
A business group led by Zhou Rong, played by Wang Chuanjun, related persons involved in the cases, and various local forces begin to surface as the investigation deepens.
The layered ensemble cast is another major highlight of "Born with Luck".
Through grounded performances, the cast brings to life a vivid portrait of local characters in Sanjiangkou. Wang Xiao offers a nuanced portrayal of Zhang Yi’ang as he gradually overcomes his psychological shadow and rediscovers his original sense of purpose, while also demonstrating the character’s attention to detail, sharp instincts, and judgment during the investigation.
Tian Xiwei takes on the role of a policewoman for the first time, presenting Li Qian as kind, intelligent, and courageous, with both decisiveness and resourcefulness beneath her bright appearance.
In terms of cast performance, Wang Chuanjun’s Zhou Rong is closely tied to the development of the case, adding further suspense to the story. Ma Xudong, Zhang Zhehua, Zhan Xin, Zhu Jianfeng, and Dong Baoshi also portray different types of local characters, further enriching Sanjiangkou’s complex character network and narrative layers.
In the premiere episode, Zhang Yi’ang’s investigation intersects with a gold store robbery case, while a tip-off letter concerning the death of Bureau Chief Lu appears at the crime scene.
What truth lies behind Lu’s death? How will Zhang Yi’ang and Li Qian navigate the tangled clues and solve the mystery? Stream "Born with Luck" now on iQIYI International and follow the investigation into the truth behind the Sanjiangkou case.
