Deng Ligang
In the TV series "Drifting Away," Deng Ligang is portrayed by Wang Qianyuan. Deng Ligang is the main suspect in the series, known for his ruthless methods and elusive behavior. He leads a gang that roams various regions committing heinous crimes, specifically targeting and kidnapping "nightclub hostesses" for extortion and murder. By using illegal means to obscure his identity, he lives a seemingly peaceful life.In the drama, Deng Ligang forms a tense antagonistic relationship with Peng Zhaolin (played by Guo Jingfei), the detective captain. Peng Zhaolin falls into self-blame after narrowly missing Deng Ligang during the investigation, which propels him to embark on a long-distance pursuit to capture the criminal. Additionally, Deng Ligang's gang kidnaps Zhen Zhen (played by Zhao Jinmai), leaving her with severe psychological trauma. This traumatic experience motivates Zhen Zhen to work hard and gain admission to the police academy, ultimately leading her to personally apprehend Deng Ligang.Overall, the character of Deng Ligang serves as the central criminal figure in "Drifting Away." His complex relationships and conflicts with other characters form the main storyline, presenting viewers with a gripping and thrilling crime investigation drama.