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BEIJING, May 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- On May 13, iQIYI, China's leading online entertainment platform, announced that its crime drama "Born with Luck" surpassed 10,000 on its content popularity index, placing it among the platform's most-watched titles since its May 4 premiere. Debuting via iQIYI and iQIYI International, the series has sustained strong momentum in both audience engagement and chart performance, reflecting iQIYI's consistent ability to develop distinctive drama genres.
Adapted from the novel of the same name by acclaimed author Zijin CHEN, "Born with Luck" opens with an anonymous whistleblowing letter that sets off a chain of increasingly absurd criminal cases. As police officers Yi'ang ZHANG and Qian LI investigate the deaths of a former police chief and a criminal investigation captain, they are drawn into a complex web of relationships in Sanjiangkou City, involving related groups, violent criminals, and local troublemakers. The result is a genre-blending narrative that fuses crime, suspense, and sharp absurdist comedy into a distinctive viewing experience.
iQIYI Senior Vice President and the drama's chief producer Ying DAI said, "From 'Burning Ice' to 'Born with Luck', this is our fourth collaboration with Zijin CHEN. Filmed in Harbin, Heilongjiang province, the series brings together the distinctive humor of Northeast China and the tone of the story in a way that feels truly organic." This further underscores iQIYI's long-term commitment to premium suspense storytelling and genre innovation.
The series draws an added dimension through promotional tie-ins with iQIYI's hit variety show "Super Sketch Show". Several comedians from the show appear in the drama, while familiar comedic references have been widely picked up by viewers in bullet comments, further amplifying the show's humor and audience engagement.
As of today, its Weibo rating has climbed to 9.2 out of 10. The series has also delivered strong performance across major platforms, ranking No. 1 on related drama charts on Douyin and Kuaishou, two major short-video platforms in China, while continuing to top major third-party charts including Enlightent, ky.live, and Dengta. These results demonstrate growing market appetite for absurdist crime storytelling.
Contact: iQIYI Press, press@qiyi.com
BEIJING, May 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- On May 13, iQIYI, China's leading online entertainment platform, announced that its crime drama "Born with Luck" surpassed 10,000 on its content popularity index, placing it among the platform's most-watched titles since its May 4 premiere. Debuting via iQIYI and iQIYI International, the series has sustained strong momentum in both audience engagement and chart performance, reflecting iQIYI's consistent ability to develop distinctive drama genres.
Adapted from the novel of the same name by acclaimed author Zijin CHEN, "Born with Luck" opens with an anonymous whistleblowing letter that sets off a chain of increasingly absurd criminal cases. As police officers Yi'ang ZHANG and Qian LI investigate the deaths of a former police chief and a criminal investigation captain, they are drawn into a complex web of relationships in Sanjiangkou City, involving related groups, violent criminals, and local troublemakers. The result is a genre-blending narrative that fuses crime, suspense, and sharp absurdist comedy into a distinctive viewing experience.
iQIYI Senior Vice President and the drama's chief producer Ying DAI said, "From 'Burning Ice' to 'Born with Luck', this is our fourth collaboration with Zijin CHEN. Filmed in Harbin, Heilongjiang province, the series brings together the distinctive humor of Northeast China and the tone of the story in a way that feels truly organic." This further underscores iQIYI's long-term commitment to premium suspense storytelling and genre innovation.
The series draws an added dimension through promotional tie-ins with iQIYI's hit variety show "Super Sketch Show". Several comedians from the show appear in the drama, while familiar comedic references have been widely picked up by viewers in bullet comments, further amplifying the show's humor and audience engagement.
As of today, its Weibo rating has climbed to 9.2 out of 10. The series has also delivered strong performance across major platforms, ranking No. 1 on related drama charts on Douyin and Kuaishou, two major short-video platforms in China, while continuing to top major third-party charts including Enlightent, ky.live, and Dengta. These results demonstrate growing market appetite for absurdist crime storytelling.
Contact: iQIYI Press, press@qiyi.com
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iQIYI's Absurdist Crime Drama 'Born with Luck' Sets New Genre Benchmark
Deepening Roots in the Cook Islands, Scripting a New Chapter in Asset Protection
HONG KONG, May 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Metis Global (Cook Islands) Limited ("Metis CI"), a global leader in asset protection and trust services, hosted a gala dinner on 12 May (local time) in Rarotonga to celebrate its 10th anniversary. This milestone marks a decade of profound expertise in asset protection and wealth succession, while highlighting the firm's enduring partnership with the Cook Islands government and its strategic collaborators.
The evening was attended by a distinguished gathering of guests, including officials from the Financial Supervisory Commission (FSC) and the Financial Services Development Authority (FSDA), local government representatives, legal advisors, banking partners, and strategic partners from around the globe. Against a backdrop of warmth and prestige, attendees reflected on Metis CI's journey in helping clients navigate a volatile global economy through robust asset allocation and wealth succession frameworks.
Rooted in Integrity, Built on Professionalism
In his opening remarks, Dr Cheung, Founder and Chairman of Metis Global Group, expressed his gratitude for the unwavering support of the Cook Islands government:
"Ten years ago, we chose to take root in the Cook Islands not only for its world-class asset protection legal system but also for its highly professional, efficient, and innovation-friendly regulatory environment. Over the past decade, Metis CI has been honoured to work closely with the FSC and the FSDA. We remain committed to the highest compliance standards and actively support the government's policies regarding transparency and international anti-money laundering regulations."
Dr Cheung further emphasized the group's vision: "Through Metis CI, Metis Global Group has fostered a strong connection with this region. While we are deeply rooted in the local community, our business spans the globe; thus, we are committed to serving as an international ambassador for the Cook Islands' trust system and its premier asset protection advantages. Moving forward, we will continue to align with government policies to transform the nation's legal strengths into a secure guarantee for our clients, ensuring that every legacy entrusted to us is realised within a stable political and economic environment under rigorous supervision."
A Premier Jurisdiction for Global Asset Protection
The Cook Islands pioneered one of the most comprehensive offshore trust asset protection legislations, establishing itself as one of the premier jurisdictions in this field for a long time. Its legal framework is internationally renowned for asset segregation and trust protection, offering comprehensive wealth management solutions for high-net-worth individuals worldwide.
As a licensed trust company incorporated in the Cook Islands, Metis CI operates under the Trust Companies Act 2014 and is regulated by the Financial Supervisory Commission. Entering its second decade, Metis CI will continue to utilise the Cook Islands as its strategic core. The firm is dedicated to enhancing service quality, deepening international cooperation, and collaborating with regulators and industry peers to promote a more professional, transparent, and resilient future for offshore trust services.
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A Decade of Excellence for Metis CI
