Hidden Love

Most people will feel connected with the Story.

This is my first ever writing Review. I am writing this because I really love it. It's a story about a girl (SZ) and her brother(SY) friend (DJX). She meet him first time when she was 14 years old and he was 19 years old. At first she like him like a elder brother, because she had fight with his own brother everyday, and she want him to be his brother. But when she 17 years old they met again. This 3 years they did not meet each other. She fail in love with him by his care and protection but He has no romantic feelings for her that time. And another 2 years they have no contact with each other. She go to his city and fail for him again and this time she also protects him. And he also find some feeling for her.

Personal I really like this story. I wait for this like 1 years!! And I never waited for any Drama like this one. This is my best watch drama in 2023. And I like everything about this drama like cast, director, scripts, production etc. Overall must watch drama.

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WHY IS THE RATING SO HIGH? let me tell you the SECRET

As you may have already seen my ratings, I loved this drama. I suddenly came across the manhua while surfing through webtoon sites and just like that I really like the art, the translation and the characters. My teen age is over and I had a crush so it was kind of relatable and maybe that is why i loved the manhua and i couldn't keep my patience when i heard that it was going to have an adaptation so i read the novel.

You may question the ratings at times when you get to this page but there really are reasons why they are so high. THE ADAPTATION DONE RIGHT !! it gave justice to the novel and the manhua with amazing leads playing the characters, the emotions, the clothing, the whole vibe of the plot and everything. So first of all, novel/manhua fans are content with how this drama turned out so beautiful and so true to the real line.

Then comes the acting, you may doubt the acting of leads in regards to their age but its the same as we expected. It should have been that way and it is that way, meaning the childish voice, the early adolescence, the growing up, you'll notice the character growth as you watch it so do watch it well before judging it.

Black fans created few accusations when this drama aired and many who initially hadn't felt that this drama showed anything bad that also started to doubt if it did, but you will notice it, the way ml looks at fl changing (when they meet after years), and guys we all had that secret crush on some senior, someone years older than us, we did that too, our crush didn't turn real but Sang Zhi's did and it was so pure and heartwarming that the age gap didn't matter, these days 10 years gap is normalizing, 8 years gap is considered IDEAL, so it shouldn't have been a problem right? Did you hear what Yu Xin (roommate) said ? Doesn't it make sense? it does right. Sang Zhi grew up well, i was rooting for her, i was feeling for her, the falling for someone, wishing for others, feeling sad, moving on, can't help the beating heart even after years, doubting if he can love me back and everything.. i was rooting for her even when i knew the whole what was going to happen stuff. and it was because the acting was so good.
the innocent Zhizhi, the am i falling for him Zhizhi, the i should help him Zhizhi, the you are my dram Zhizhi, the heartbroken Zhizhi, the growing up Zhizhi, the is he flirting with me Zhizhi, the playing hard to get Zhizhi, the working Zhizhi, the loved Zhizhi, LUSI did so well. the fighting back problems Jiaxu, the must work hard Jiaxu, the am i falling for her Jiaxu, the CAN I WOO YOU? Jiaxu, shameless Jiaxu, CHEN ZHEYUAN did well too. and ohhhhhh myyyy godddd VICTOR MA ! I loved the Sang Yan character so so much, the expressions, the brother sister relationship, him being the protective brother, him knowing his sister and bestfriend dating, him getting annoyed, i loved him so much. So i said at first, the actors here are irreplaceable. Can't think of anyone else playing these characters in such smooth way. Side characters are so good too.

The music in this drama, not a single song is bad. The love can be clear with Spotify streams. It is doing so well globally as a Chinese drama playlist. You may have heard the singers name before too and you can stream them too if you like.

There were so many problems while this drama was shot but the final results turned out so well. It was like an escape and a fresh light drama with no unnecessary twists and trauma an (dark past of leads kinda story which is very much in every drama these days), you can just watch this drama without having to stress out on whats happening now, who, what all that, this is a romance drama, crushing and all, and it SERVED WELL!!

So if you are a romance genre lover, or you are looking for sweet, heartwarming drama, good actors, music, pleasing cinematography and binge worthy drama, WATCH ITT!! Don't read any comments or doubt everything said or anything, just watch it and without any bias, you'll like this

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The most perfect Novel -> Manhua -> Drama adaptation I have ever seen.

I won't deny I had my reservations when I heard it was being adapted into a drama. As an avid reader of the manhua (and regularly screaming about DJX) I didn't want to be disappointed like other famous adaptations because it never seemed to capture the essence of the work I loved so much.
BUT.
I STAND CORRECTED.
They took care in portraying every detail that makes this story so unique and added scenes/plots to enrich the storyline further, rather than taking away from it.
This is one of the first few Cdramas I've ever watched and I do not regret it ONE BIT. I discovered CZY, Lusi and Victor through this show and I absolutely love their portrayal of the characters. They did the writing justice and brought to life one of my favourite stories ever.
Let's not forget the colour grading, cinematography and acting throughout the show. Everything was phenomenal.
I don't know about you, but this has officially become one of my 3 Dramas I will rewatch yearly!

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The sweetest drama of 2023

I have been waiting for this drama since last year when i found out lusi was filming this drama after she finished filming gen z.. i love this pairing , because previously I've also watched dramas from Chen Zhe Yuan. so I was happy when I found out that they were paired up in the drama. I know that Lusi is the queen of chemistry, she has charm and chemistry with all of her co-stars,
but lusi with chen zhe yuan is very different, their chemistry is very good both in the drama and outside the drama.
Even though the plot is rather simple, this drama has quite complex characters and backgrounds. especially when ML fell in love with FL and tried to pursue FL. this moment was so sweet that it made all the viewers always smile to themselves when watching this drama. The chemistry between FL and her brother was also very good, they were two funny siblings.
Well IMO this drama is the best romance comedy of the year 2023

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LIKE RIDING A CAROUSEL; DELIGHTFUL, CALMING, AND PURE *DJX* RIZZ OF THE YEAR AWARD

**Don't watch if you're into a rollercoaster, complicated romance/drama. This would seem like a boring series because it's like looking into a couple's intimate life. But I forgive all the flaws it has because of how it made me feel. This couple had me grinning, crying, blushing, kicking my feet giggling. I keep dropping the dramas I watched after this. I think I have seen this 9 times already (and counting) **

The best drama I have seen this year (or ever). It's not perfect, but with all the drama out there, this is the closest to what a relationship should be with family, friends, colleagues, and partners. They had ups and downs but they think rationally and always communicate. The plot is so simple but had a lot of people cringing because of the age gap (5 years in the drama and 7 years in the novel. I read a bit of the novel because waiting for the next episode was killing me but I didn't finish it because the translation was meh). When I watched it, it wasn't like Jiaxu was grooming Sang Zhi. It was wholesome; as a middle school she admired him as a sort of big brother, as high school she started having a crush on him and it developed naturally. He saw her as a younger sibling and protected her as her brother Sang Yan did up until the time he was the one that needed to be protected and taken care of, he started seeing Sang Zhi in a different light. Watching Sang Zhi portray the different stages of her life and Jiaxu's flirting were the best parts. This has one of the best confessions I have ever seen. I don't believe I have ever seen a drama unfold this way with zero dragging and just two people falling in love together (he is a central AC, alright). The way he teases, flirts and the little touches are done so well that you can not help but have a silly grin on your face. I don’t think I’ve ever watched a drama as sweet and romantic as this one before. Thank you for playing the greenest girlfriend and boyfriend Zhao Lusi and Chen Zheyuan! Lusi especially, she had a lot of input and influence in this drama. I savoured every single episode and will watch it over and over again. This drama has my heart. It wasn't a roller coaster ride, this is like riding a carousel, delightful, calming, and pure. I am so obsessed with this drama, it's not even funny.

PS. To all the future viewers who are reading this, trust me, you guys are so lucky you got to binge-watch it all together because I know how much I had to suffer every day waiting for each episode to air. BTS and the nuggets at the end of each episode, RIP replay button.

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Hidden Love

I just finished this in all episodes. I'm honestly really sad that it ended so quickly. Since 2022, information about this drama appeared, I'm still waiting patiently. But today, my feelings are hurt. There is no drama recommendation, I am still waiting for Duan Jiaxu and Sang Zhi to meet again, even if the reality is small or very unlikely😭💔. I want to say that I really like this drama, the plot, the cast, everything is not boring. I suddenly feel crazy from laughing, crying all at once accidentally 😔. Zhao lus studies well. I've forgotten what year I started admiring her acting. In essence, for everything. I'm happy, I like whatever Lusi does for her acting, I will continue to support and pray that she will always be happy and smooth in work, love and even many things. Thank you for releasing this drama. I've repeated it 3 times in the previously released episode. Maybe I'll repeat it again until bored🤣 . Thank you so much, good luck and love to all the cast, to Zhao Lusi and Chen Zheyuan ♥️♥️

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Pure and beautiful!!!

I’m actually gonna cry!!! This is in my top 5 of favorite drama’s of all time!!! People may think it’s weird how she fell for him at 14 when he was 22, but their relationship together was so pure and innocent up until he realized he loved her when she was already an adult so there was nothing weird going on!! Someone scams up with the expression “Duan Xiaju is a walking green flag” and it is nothing BUT true!!The actors were phenomenal!! The charisma between the two characters was beautiful and the innocence when he looks into her eyes is so sweet it makes me scream!!! Like I’ve said in a previous comment, they are so lucky to have found each other and her parents are the best parents I’ve EVER seen in a drama!! They showed their concern for her in a way that didn’t involve breaking the couple up for unnecessary drama!! Her big brother also deserves to be appreciated because he really gave his beast friend to his baby sister cause he knew he was a good guy and knew he would take care of her. He trusted him!! I feel like there were no plot holes in this drama either except for the fact that we never knew what happened to her high school friend that set her up, but maybe it’s for the best! I love that Sang Zhi was head strong and no one could change her emotions. Like she cut off that so called friend immediately and never turned back even when it hurt!! She was quiet and reserved and you don’t see that a lot with female leads in dramas! I know I’m rambling, but I can’t express enough how much this drama effected me!! I’m gonna strive to have this kind of love in my lifetime!! I’ll take no less!! I’m gonna miss this drama so much!!!!❤️❤️❤️👏🏼

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This cemented why I love Zhao Lu Si!!

I'm watching this on Netflix in tandem with the C Drama Hidden Love. Part way through it becomes very obvious how amazing Hidden Love is, in contrast to the sub par storyline and acting of King Land drama. I've since dropped King Land. The couple of Hidden Love gives me what I want in a love story...the feel of romance and absolute thrill of watching a couple falling in love and staying in love. Zhao Lu Si hands down is an amazing ( and beautiful) actress. The supporting cast are incredible. If this is the kind of quality C dramas are aiming for then rest assure they are going to overtake k drama in the near future in terms of popularity. I love this 24 episodes length too.

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HIDDEN ❤ LOVE - deep in heart

Loved and enjoyed this drama so much feeling too many butterflies!! Great story and perfect cast they nailed it. Zhao lusi stolen our hearts in every drama.

I watched this series when it was still on air and amount of curious and patience to wait for next episode to air was another excitement for me!! But as we all know "worth the wait" , this drama nvr disappointed in the storyline .
Perfect balance of FL and ML chemistry and understanding level. The bond between sister and brother is another spark to this drama. Its so real and natural.
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED 🐱🐱

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Secretly, Simple but Wholesome!

I usually don't write reviews, but this drama truly blew me away. It deserves recognition for its remarkable qualities and has left me with very few critiques.

While I'm not typically a fan of modern C-dramas, I decided to give 'Hidden Love' a chance due to the recommendations and the presence of Zhao Lusi, one of my favorite actresses. To my surprise, this drama turned out to be one of the most enjoyable series I've seen in a long time. Perhaps it was the absence of expectations that made it even more satisfying.

‘Hidden Love' embraces simplicity with a short and straightforward storyline, free from unnecessary complications or dragging plotlines. Everything within the drama is relatable, grounded, and devoid of far-fetched elements. The relationships between the main characters and the supporting cast are exceptionally well-written and portrayed, resulting in numerous moments that made me giggle like a little girl, roll my eyes in tandem with the characters, and burst into laughter due to the outrageous interactions between them. The drama evoked a range of emotions, leaving me feeling warm, fuzzy, and wholly engaged. I also appreciated how the drama remained faithful to the novel, making only minor adjustments here and there.

To be honest, I'm accustomed to more dramatic storylines, but 'Hidden Love' beautifully demonstrated the beauty of simplicity. Despite its straightforward plot, the drama remains highly enjoyable and memorable, mainly because the acting is on point.

There are no over-the-top performances like you often see in C-dramas. Instead, everything feels genuine and natural. The actors' micro expressions are spot-on and bring an extra layer of enjoyment. I even had to rewatch some scenes just to catch all the little details. The whole cast nailed it, but I have to give a special shoutout to Zhao Lusi as well as Chen Zhe Yuan. ZLS perfectly portrayed Sang Zhi's growth throughout the story, devoid of any fake cuteness.

As for CZY, he impressed me immensely. He's definitely maturing as an actor, and I can't wait to see more of his work in the future. While the chaotic brother-sister relationship brings the perfect amount of chaos, the overall storytelling heavily relies on the actors' actions and expressions, allowing them to convey the story with minimal reliance on dialogue. Perhaps, this is where the complexity lies. A simple storyline, but the actors' acting skills add layers of depth to their characters without explicitly stating their emotions. I can clearly perceive the changes in the male lead's evolving feelings. It's subtle but definitely there. I can feel their insecurities, burdens, as well as their determination and strength. The leads truly show how well the characters complement each other. It's a testament to the actors' remarkable talent, and even the crying scene tugged at my heartstrings.

The acting undoubtedly propels this drama to new heights, but the music is also a delight. The lyrics of the main theme beautifully encapsulate the love story, while the song by SY (Victor Ma) exudes a cute and feel-good vibe that had me smiling and bobbing my head along with the ML.

My main gripe about the show? They released it so slowly! One episode per day was pure torture! But hey, lucky you get to binge the whole thing now and won't have to suffer like I did.

In a nutshell, ‘Hidden Love' is a gem among modern romance dramas. Its simplicity, well-crafted characters, exceptional acting, and enjoyable music make it a must-watch with high rewatch value. Whether you're a fan of the genre or not, this drama is well worth your time.

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The feeling of being loved and loving those regardless of their flaws

I felt like I was apart of this drama. The cast and writers pulled me in with such raw emotions. This drama has an overall happy/pure feeling to it. This drama not only had a good sounding synopsis but actually exceeded every expectation I had for it while watching it. This drama primarily focuses on the main leads relationship and their family/school plots. Not much of side character plots, but there are some. Occasionally with first loves, you’ll be let down or have doubts in yourself… Sang Zhi expressed those feelings in such a pure manner. At one point I just had to stop the drama and let myself have a good cry, and at other points I found myself laughing out loud and smiling ear to ear. I haven’t had such a fun drama come across my list in quiet some time. The speed in which I finished this drama says it all, and at no point did I skip through any scenes that I felt weren’t relevant. I absolutely loved this drama!!!

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