"I Have a Friend" is a costume martial arts comedy directed by Bi Xinye and starring Xie Xingyang, Su Mengdi, Wang Hanwen, and Pan Yue, which will premiere on Mango TV on September 6, 2023. The play tells the story of martial arts master Meng Sanxi in order to track down the truth about his friend's murder, come to Muyun City, where many forces are hidden, and a series of ridiculous stories that happened in an anonymous department store. The play shows the changes in the rivers and lakes in a relaxed and humorous way, and also shows the good and evil and choices of human nature, which has been loved and praised by the audience. So, does "I Have a Friend" have an original book?
I Have a Friend" is an original drama with no original book**. The screenwriter and director of the play are Bi Xinye, he is a director with many years of screenwriting experience, and has directed costume dramas such as "Glory of the Tang Dynasty", "Tiansheng Long Song", "Da Song Gong Ci", and has also written screenplays such as "Kyushu Ethereal Record" and "Kyushu Sky City". His works range in style, from orthodox historical legends to fantastical otherworldly adventures. His works have also been recognized and praised by the audience.
I Have a Friend" is Bi Xinye's first martial arts drama and his first comedy. He said in an interview that he wanted to create a different martial arts drama from the conventional, not sticking to traditional martial arts routines, but using a relaxed and humorous way to show a group of characters with their own secrets and purposes, in a city full of institutions and intrigues, a series of interesting stories. He said that he was inspired by his love for martial arts, as well as his observation and thinking about life. He said that he hopes that through this drama, the audience can feel a different martial arts style, and also let the audience see some of the true meaning of human nature in laughter.
I Have a Friend" is an original drama with no original book**. But this does not affect it from becoming an excellent costume martial arts comedy, but makes it more innovative and breakthrough charm. Bi Xinye, the screenwriter and director of the play, with his talent and love for martial arts, has created a work with a unique style and profound connotation, bringing a visual and spiritual feast to the audience.