The city of Shi rises to prominence thanks to its logistics boom, but gangs are rampant. Undercover police officer Ling Che is forced to partner with hoodlum Shen Yan Lin, and the two go from initial conflict to mutual respect. Their investigation uncovers numerous moles and hidden secrets within the police force. When brothers become pawns and justice becomes a bargaining chip, a storm of good versus evil has only just begun... (Source: Chinese = Tencent Video || Translation = MyDramaList) Edit Translation
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- Native Title: 话事人
- Also Known As: Hua Shi Ren , 話事人
- Director: Luo Yi Wei
- Genres: Action, Mystery, Crime
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Cast & Credits
- He Jian QiShen Yan LinMain Role
- Wu Nien HsuanLing CheMain Role
- Philip KeungShuangdao HuiSupport Role
- Michael TongDongshan TaiSupport Role
- Lam King KongFei LiuSupport Role
- Peter PangLuo SongSupport Role
Reviews
Crime bromance, messy violent but great
I NEED TO GIVE YOU GUYS A DISCLAIMER: THIS IS BROMANCE.This show was quite good IMO, it was quite fast-paced, violent and messy at times, but who cares if the show is good and catchy I will watch it. Yeah to say the least, I was sold when after the first couple eps already. The show really knows how to keep things moving with the pace, and I never felt like the story was dragging too long or that I got overly bored, the whole underworld theme kept me entertained. There is always something happening, whether it’s the action, the investigation, the betrayals, or just the two MLs being around each other, even though there was no romance it was stilll real good.
You can absolutely feel the trust building between them, and their chemistry was easily one of my favourite parts of the drama.
The action and violence also worked really well for the kind of story this is. It never felt like the show was trying to be something overly complicated—it just knew what it wanted to give us and went for it. Crime, undercover work, corruption, betrayal, fights, tension. It had all that I needed at least.
Overall, this was just entertaining. I came for the crime/action and stayed because these two men had me completely invested. Definitely one of those shows where you finish an episode and immediately want to put the next one on. Especially since the episodes are so short and easy to get through. I watched as it aired but lucky for me I got 2 eps at a time and it aired nearly everyday. So if underworld themes, mafia/gang/crime is your thing and bromance is okay or good for you I can def recommend the show.
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IF YOU LOVE GANGS, CRIME & BROMANCE — WATCH THIS ? ?
This drama is honestly one of the most incredible dramas I’ve ever watched. 🔥If you’re into gangs, crime, undercover cops, intense bromance, and deep friendships, then this drama is an absolute MUST-WATCH.
I don’t even care whether the ending is happy or heartbreaking. If a drama can give me goosebumps, keep me emotionally invested, and make me feel every moment, then it has already won me over.
And the cast? Absolutely phenomenal. Every character was portrayed with such depth and professionalism that I completely believed in their stories.
This drama is officially joining my list of the best gang/crime dramas I’ve ever watched. 🔥
My top picks so far:
• The Underworld
• Never Say Never
• Under the Cover
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