For a long time, the news about "Celebrating More Than Years 2" has been like a legendary beast, but only its voice has been heard.
However, just yesterday, when the news was like a bolt of lightning piercing the quiet sky, it shook the entire online world.
The hearts of all the viewers who were hungry for a sequel jumped.
Looking back at that not too distant 4 years ago, we have to mention that the first season of "Celebrating More Than Years" is not an ordinary fire.
It is an unexpectedly high-level popularity!
The audience's love for it is like a fan meeting an idol, that enthusiasm, that madness, even the rating jumped to 7.9 with tears in their eyes!
Just when everyone thought that the first season would end with a grand fireworks show, Yan Bingyun staged a "sneak attack" drama.
gave Fan Xian an unexpected "hug".
This move not only caught Fan Xian off guard, but also surprised all the audience, speculating whether this is the ending or the big revelation of the plot of the next season.
Previously, the producers seemed to be playing an advanced version of the Tibetan cat game, and they loudly announced: "The story is still there, don't panic!"
But the day that decided when we would be able to dive into this world of costumes again was like a shy bride who refused to poke her head out from behind the veil.
After seemingly endless anticipation, last year, the eagerly awaited "Celebrating More Than Years 2" finally started production, not only announcing the start of filming.
He also completed all the shooting tasks in the wind and fire.
In the midst of the rumors, there is a message that this much-anticipated drama is scheduled for the height of summer, May 16th.
The mystery will be revealed.
At that time, it will gradually get better every day, and the two episodes will be broadcast in a row, like a feast, and the audience will be able to indulge in the whirlpool of the plot.
In order to help the audience relive the wonderful story of the first season, the producer and CCTV 8 decided to broadcast the condensed version of the first season in advance.
Four episodes will be aired every night in a row to set the mood and set the stage for the upcoming second season.
Also, considering that viewers may have forgotten a little about the highlights of the first season, the new second season will not start from scratch.
Rather, it is a direct continuation of the exciting ending of the previous season.
In this way, we will be able to seamlessly continue the wonderful story of the previous one, and also take people back to that world of intrigue and danger in no time.
Regarding Fan Xian's fate and Yan Bingyun's sword, the second season will also give an answer.
The waiting period for the audience was unceremoniously extended, which led to a lot of complaints and dissatisfaction.
Surprisingly, these grievances did not spread everywhere, but were drawn to the same focal point as if they were attracted to a magnet.
The new characters are amazing, but the number of episodes has shrunk
The second season of "Celebrating More Than Years" will debut with 36 episodes, compared to the 46 episodes of the first season, it seems to know more moderation and refinement.
Although the length of each journey is still the familiar 45 minutes.
But even such a small reduction is enough to make waves in the hearts of the audience and spark a series of heated and sustained discussions.
Under the laying out of the first season, the audience seems to be in a fantasy journey to a different world.
The richness of the plot is like a meandering river that takes people through one thrilling turn after another.
Complex intrigues are like a game of chess, each chess piece has its own secret and purpose, and each move is related to the fate of the entire kingdom.
Love and hate are the soul of the story, like two very different wines, blended together to produce haunting flavors.
Classic scenes emerge one after another, each of which is like a moment of history, which makes people have endless memories.
The five-year wait seems like a long watch, and every day is filled with endless reverie for the second season.
When it really came, the excitement was almost uncontrollable, like a long drought and a rainstorm, and the enthusiasm in my heart was rekindled.
However, just as the excitement was at its peak, the official announcement was a dismal announcement - the number of episodes had been reduced.
The original full of anticipation was suddenly taken away, like a grand banquet, but at the climax, a few main dishes were suddenly withdrawn.
In this era of TV dramas, you can almost hear those water-infused episodes crying in the corner because no one likes to watch them.
But, buddy, the first season of "Celebrating More Than Years" is like the coolest kid at the party, full of stories in every corner, and every second is worth remembering, which can be called a modern version of the master of time management.
As the seasons go by, the second season slowly unveils its mystery, bringing back not only those characters who are deeply rooted in the hearts of the people.
Also brings a whole new set of faces.
Among these new characters, the most striking is Yu Feihong's portrayal of the Empress, whose domineering air can almost cut through the air in stark contrast to the gentle Emperor Qing.
The appearance of this character will undoubtedly add a touch of brightness to the plot that cannot be ignored.
There is also Gao Lu incarnated as the majestic and awe-inspiring Mrs. Wang, and her quarrel with Wang Qinian is not only a visual and auditory feast.
It is the key driving force of the whole plot.
Therefore, such an important character should not be skipped with a short plot.
As for Mao Xiaotong's Princess of Northern Qi, Wang Churan's Sang Wen, Wang Xiaochen's Yuan Meng and other characters, they are also enough to support several episodes of the plot.
Imagine that "Celebrating More Than Years 2" is like a grand masquerade party, and the new characters are like dancers who have just finished the opening dance.
As soon as he showed his face, he had to quickly give way to the next one.
Although like a meteor in the night sky, it is beautiful but short-lived, leaving the audience with a glimpse of the frightening flood without being able to delve into their inner world and complex emotions.
Although it is still too early to talk about the third season of "Celebrating More Than Years 2", if the second season really says goodbye with 36 episodes.
The mood of the audience is sure to be like a roller coaster.
After a long wait, the audience was only given a brief moment of appreciation, and such an experience was far from quenching their thirst for the plot.
The sequel spell is difficult to break, and Xu Zhisheng joins the fear comedy
Using the length of a series as the only yardstick for measuring its artistic value is undoubtedly a simplification and misunderstanding of complex creative work.
What we should pay attention to is whether "Celebrating More Than Years 2" can continue the excellent quality of the first part.
Looking at it, in the domestic drama market, the phenomenon of sequels overturning is more common than remakes, and even those masterpieces that are held in the palm of the audience's hands, such as the famous "Noon Sunshine", have not escaped this curse, which is really unbearable to look at.
Take the classic series "Big River" as an example, when the first season first aired, the ratings given by the audience were comparable to full marks.
Douban is also as high as 8.8 points.
However, when it came to the third season, it was disappointing.
may be because of the "diving" plot that began to appear in the plot, and the audience's score also dived together, plummeting to 8.0 points.
Although the quality of this work has not decreased significantly, if you compare it with the first one, you can still find that there is a certain gap between the two.
Obviously, even if it is a good drama, it is impossible to escape the "law of three seasons"!
The same is true of "Ode to Joy", which also belongs to the noon sun, which once opened with a high score of 7.5, but was eroded by the years.
One sequel after another, it loses its original harmony.
This year's fifth installment will undoubtedly be its last, and its score has almost touched the bottom line score that no one wants to mention.
And the most embarrassing is "Langya Bang", the first score is as high as 9.4 points, which can be called a classic work among the classics.
However, it is clear that the first part can be completed.
But the producer insisted on piecing together a second part, and asked Huang Xiaoming and Tong Liya to take over, but because of the drastic changes in the role lineup, the later stage was bleak.
Therefore, as soon as the news of "Celebrating More Than Years 2" came out, everyone began to be nervous like squirrels facing the coming winter.
This worry is not groundless, just like being afraid of eating fake cheese, the audience is highly vigilant about this new work.
I'm afraid it will become a "goof" drama.
Since the producers announced the relevant cast, there have been frequent character changes, which has led to the anger of many fans.
In the fierce competition for roles, the production team did not seem to fully take into account the audience's reactions and feelings when changing actors.
The casting strategy of "Celebrating More Than Years 2" is obviously dominated by traffic and interests, which has caused widespread heated discussions in the outside world.
Netizens have questioned that this series is most likely just to cater to the short-term boom of the national drama market, rather than committed to creating a lasting cultural legend.
Judging by the trailer alone, it seems to lean towards a comedic style, while the depth of the power struggle is overlooked.
You know, the reason why the first work is famous is because its plot design is not a trace of drag, and every turn is full of surprises.
It's like a choreographed dance, with every step stepping on the rhythm.
Fan is idle in the whirlpool of the imperial court, surrounded by endless crises and intricately confrontations of forces.
From his point of view, we can get a glimpse of the unknown undercurrents surging above the court, and the true face of open and secret battles is gradually clear, and each struggle is full of suspense and uncertainty.
In addition, the stories of the eldest princess played by Li Xiaoran, Chen Pingping played by Wu Gang, Emperor Qing played by Chen Daoming, and the prince, the second prince and other characters are all important chapters in the power struggle.
If the new season could be a work of art that would not only be a popular work, but also a work of art with deep meaning, if it could explore and show the intricacies of power struggles in a way that was easy to entertain the audience.
In this upcoming costume drama, Guo Qilin has been retained in the starring list for his trademark sense of humor.
Every appearance of his is undoubtedly a precise blow to the audience's laughter.
And the addition of Xu Zhisheng seems to add a touch of unexpected spice to this unique dish.
But it also caused worries about whether the teaming up of these two comedians would change the style of the whole series and turn it into a complete comedy.
Speaking of the craze of "Celebrating More Than Years 2", it used to scorch every corner like the summer sun, but recently it seems to have entered early autumn, and the coolness is gradually rising.
The main reason may be due to two negative issues.
First of all, fans are looking forward to the original cast being able to get together again, hoping that the story will come to a perfect ending.
But the basic lineup has undergone a big change, resulting in a significant drop in expectations.
Secondly, the audience's expectations have swelled to the extreme, after all, they have been patiently waiting for this series for five years.
In the past five years, it seems like an endless waiting game for them, looking forward to the return of the series every day.
Therefore, everyone's quality requirements for this drama have naturally been raised to a new level, expecting it to be flawless in every detail.
So, as for the future of Celebrating More Than Years 2, do you think it will be a hot topic again, and how would you evaluate its future performance?