The majority of young netizens were displeased with this resolution.
Parents, however, were quite satisfied.
The intention behind this move was to eradicate this "unhealthy trend" and prevent it from harming the mental well-being of children in the future.
They weren't against taking down "Tian Jian Qun Xia," but the widespread distribution of memes and short videos from the show had already been archived online. Even if the series were removed from circulation, it wouldn't make much of a difference.
Since dramas of this genre were no longer permitted to be broadcast, even if "Tian Jian Qun Xia" managed to slip through the cracks, it wouldn't affect the larger picture.
The parents, having won this battle, ceased their protests.
Netizens who favored such "love-hate" dramas were furious.
"Oh my god, how could this happen?"
"Other shows reach their peak upon debut, but 'Tian Jian Qun Xia' is about to have its final bow."
"We finally broadened the scope, introducing an antagonist male lead, and I thought we could finally say goodbye to simple, sweet characters. Who knew we'd be met with such a blow? I don't accept this, I don't accept this!"
"Damn it, this isn't allowed, that isn't allowed. Are we really forced to watch these brain-dead dramas every day?"
"Seriously, I'm never watching domestic dramas again. Anyone who buys a membership is a dog!"
Equally furious were the major film and television companies and production houses.
Upon hearing the announcement from the General Administration, they felt as though ten thousand alpacas were galloping through their minds.
They had written scripts, cast actors, and spent most of their budget to capitalize on this trend, eagerly awaiting the completion of filming to rake in money.
Now, with a single announcement forbidding the broadcast of such genres, wouldn't all the money spent upfront go to waste?
The only ones pleased were the director of "Tian Jian Qun Xia," Guan Suyuan, and the lead actors Jiang Yulei and Jiang Ling.
With dramas of this genre no longer permitted, "Tian Jian Qun Xia" became a rare, discontinued item.
They say scarcity breeds value, let alone a unique, discontinued masterpiece.
If one were to express Guan Suyuan's feelings through a song, it would surely be: "Invincible is so, so lonely..."
Such discontinued films and television shows are rare finds. Once they appear, they are destined to be classics, coexisting with regret, leaving audiences with lingering emotions and unforgettable memories.
While Guan Suyuan, Jiang Ling, Jiang Yulei, and others reveled in their success, the major capital investors hiding behind the scenes were devastated, as if they had lost their mothers.
They had intended to make a big fuss about this matter and bring down "Tian Jian Qun Xia."
Who would have thought that the fierce resistance from netizens would not only fail to harm "Tian Jian Qun Xia" but instead turn it into a rare, discontinued gem?
What does a discontinued gem signify?
It means it's the only one of its kind, a classic among classics. No matter how well other dramas are made, people will always find fault, saying they aren't as good as a certain other drama.
"Tian Jian Qun Xia" is different. It has no rivals for comparison, and therefore, no perceived shortcomings.
A classic good drama and a discontinued masterpiece are akin to ancient princes competing for the throne.
In the past, there was Emperor Yongzheng, one of the nine princes vying for succession. No matter how excellent or diligent he was, some would say he usurped the throne improperly.
The latter was Emperor Tongzhi. Although he died young and achieved little, no one dared to question the legitimacy of his succession, as he was the late emperor's only son. Who else could the throne be passed to if not him?
This uniqueness allows a discontinued drama to reap the greatest benefits from its genre, also greatly benefiting the director and all the actors involved in its production.
This time, the capital investors who schemed behind the scenes were truly like petty villains.