Key takeaways:
– Netflix’s adaptation of ‘3 Body Problem’ lands in numerous controversies.
– Lin Qi, the executive producer, was murdered by a co-worker after a dispute concerning their roles within the company.
– The murder was inspired by Breaking Bad, according to the police.
– The making of the show could itself be a subject of a new Netflix miniseries, suggested by fans.
The popularity of science fiction show ‘3 Body Problem’ has skyrocketed, not just due to its captivating storyline of extraterrestrial species invading earth, but also for the numerous controversies surrounding its adaptation by Netflix.
Controversies Surrounding the Show
Initially, the novel’s author’s contentious commentaries about the Chinese government’s harsh imprisonment of millions of Uyghur Muslims drew substantial criticism. This backlash also touched Netflix, engaging the ire of several users and even five US Senators, as reported via the Daily Mail.
Following this, another shocking incident linked to the show hit the headlines – the ruthless murder of the show’s executive producer, Lin Qi.
The Tragic Murder of Lin Qi
Lin Qi, the Chairman of the Yoozoo Group, initially held the rights to adapt the book for a live-action series. He later sold the rights to Netflix after his company couldn’t successfully execute the project.
Lin, who was described as a visionary and one of China’s youngest billionaires, was killed by a colleague, Xu Yao. After a failed run as the CEO of the show, his pay was scaled down, and additional executives were hired to handle the areas he faltered. This move sparked anger in Xu who, in an eerie plot reminiscent of Breaking Bad, created a lethal poison that was administered to Lin and other executives via a cup of pu-erh tea. Lin passed away 10 days later, while two others barely survived but were left with permanent injuries.
Reality Trumps Fiction: Murder that Inspired a Netflix Show Idea
Fans of the show, upon learning about the real-life drama ensnared with the science fiction series, have started proposing a unique idea – making a Netflix miniseries about the murder of Lin Qi.
Many on social media have expressed their shock over the details of the murder, stating that the reality surrounding the series seemed stranger than the sci-fi show itself. Ultimately, several fans and netizens have pitched the idea that a Netflix documentary or miniseries based on the gruesome murder of Lin Qi and the controversies around ‘3 Body Problem’ could be a riveting watch.
However, as of now, the possibility of such a series remains speculative. Still, it can’t be denied that these horrific events render a raw, unsettling narrative that could easily fuel viewer interest.
Despite the controversies and the tragic circumstances associated with its creation, ‘3 Body Problem’ is available for streaming on Netflix, continuing to fascinate audiences worldwide with its complex, science fiction narrative, while leaving a chilling backstory that is equally riveting. After all, as many fans pointed out, reality, at times, proves to be even more astonishing than fiction.
