My first Review.✨️
Once again!!😅Sleepless nights were worth it! The production, The costumes, The acting💋
The amount of twist and turns up-and-down.You never know what's going on Until you're in the middle of it. but that's the beauty of it✨️ But in all in all, it was a great show.And I think you all said it's totally worth the watch! I'm so glad that I picked this up.It was just amazing even though I was having heart publications throughout some of the episodes😭 But I got through it and here I am with this review my first review so be kind please😭🙏
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Smart leads, beautiful cinematography, and well-paced
Plot-wise, this is closer to a 9.5. There is a sub-plot that develops in the later third of the drama that I wasn't too keen on, and the acting (from that specific character that the plot was focused on) was just okay. But, it is a 10/10 for me in terms of enjoyment.This drama was directed by one of my favorite directors right now: Zeng Qing Jie. He directed short dramas before, many that became very popular like A Familiar Stranger, Butterflied Lover, The Killer Is Also Romantic, and Provoke. You can tell he knows what angles and scenes to make the romance come alive.
And so, this drama does romance very well, with smart, competent, and mature leads. Their scenes are full of tension, and when they finally get together, their scenes are so sweet and loving.
Story-wise, it's about fighting fate and trying to change destiny. I love this kind of story, and I love that Dou Zhao also have setbacks--times when she questions if she can really make a difference. But she does! Her acts alone saves Song Mo, which changes his entire destiny. It's a typical story, but it's written well, with memorable lines.
This was Li Yunrui's biggest role yet, I would say. He's been in mainly supporting roles, and so this drama really gave him a chance to shine--and he did amazing. He's not super rugged or handsome like some other actors, but his boyish innocence and charm really worked for this story, especially since his character is also younger than the female lead.
I think this is also Meng Ziyi's biggest role since The Untamed. She became fairly well known from The Untamed in 2019, but she wasn't a main character then. She's done a couple of main roles since, but none of them gained this amount of attention. She really is beautiful in an ethereal way. I enjoyed her acting.
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A MASTERPIECE
It has been years since I’ve watched a drama that gripped me and impressedMe as much as “Blossom”. It sours high into my all-time favorite list as one of the best historical Asian dramas I’ve ever seen, in my opinion.
Now let me tell you why.
The writing. The acting. The chemistry. The cast. The cinematography. Everything is top tier. “Blossom” takes the rebirth trope and brings it new life, reminding me of how much I loved “Perfect Marriage Revenge” in 2023. It tells an incredibly compelling story of defying one’s fate and fighting against injustice in the face of vast opposition. The characters are fleshed out and well-rounded, and their intertwining stories suck you in and leave you stuck in a binge session keeping you up too late at night!
Our two leads were flat-out exceptional. Their characters were brilliantly and compellingly written, and the actors absolutely NAILED their roles. And don’t get me started on the romance. It was beautiful. No dramatic breakups, no angsty will-they-or-won’t-they… Instead we find two characters with amazing chemistry who, once they figure out the other, they latch on for dear life and commit to fight together and for each other come what may.
“Blossom” has the charm and excellence that historical C-Dramas need to maintain consistently. It was a gripping story and all-around phenomenal drama. I cannot recommend it enough.
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may this kind of love and intelligence find me
All review title jokes aside. I wasn't expecting Blossom to work so well but it just... works. Captivating visual storytelling, an intelligent, strong FL I would die for, and an adorable romance.First of all, this was one of the best first episodes of a drama I've ever seen. The visuals?? Actually to die for. Please please just watch the first episode—even if you don't continue the drama (but you should), the opening scene alone is a treat. Also, Song Mo's long hair... it's a crime that it never makes a comeback.
I honestly really have to applaud the director and writer. I have to say the actors, while they did a commendable job, did not do the heavy lifting in the success of this drama—the director and the writer did. From the choice of scenes and editing to the overall plot, I truly believe they did a wonderful job of crafting an entertaining story that seeps into the watcher's heart, even if it wasn't necessarily unique or fresh. (There's this one scene where a maid reenacts an event in her memory to give the leads a clue that was so beautifully shot and edited.)
This drama's strongest suit? Its female lead. Dou Zhao is a force to be reckoned with: independent, strong-willed, stunningly clever, with a dose of cynicism in the first half that I personally enjoyed. I wasn't completely sold on her in the beginning, but her level of scheming and the poise she carries herself with while she does it is hard not to love. I love that she is more intelligent than the ML, and I love even more that he's proud of her for it. It's rare, at least in my experience, to see an FL save an already very strong and smart ML this many times. And Meng Ziyi's dagger eyes?? Standing ovation.
Dou Zhao's counterpart is Song Mo, a general bent on justice and revenge. I was surprised at the amount of charisma Li Yunrui had while playing the male lead. Song Mo is by no means the coolest character ever, but I have to say he had a pretty strong presence. And with just a tinge of ruthlessness, you know I'm going to like him.
The romance? Guys. This is slow burn done as well as it ever has been. Would I have appreciated more buildup to the confession? Yes. But they still did a great job of distrust to appreciation to allies to lovers. The tension before the confession was pretty darn good (they made great use of the distrust between them. good job). And their married life is adorable. One of the first times I've actually liked a romance past the chasing stage xD. True to cdrama fashion, it's less tension-filled and more wholesome, with so many sweet moments that just made me sigh at my singleness. My favorite part about the romance is honestly how well-matched their intelligence is. Song Mo calls Dou Zhao his female Zhuge (as in the strategist Zhuge Liang), which is just. This is what romance is meant to be.
On the topic of characters, Ji Yong was also a joy to watch. An enigma that might be smarter than both leads combined, he was such a compelling character in his ambitions and the blunt way he viewed the world. The twist on his character was not one I appreciated, if only in that it took away some of the more interesting parts of his story, but it made him no less likable (perhaps more likable, if less interesting).
I'm by no means the smartest watcher. I don't search for plot holes. So with that in mind, I had a lot of fun with the plot. Schemes, schemes, schemes everywhere. Family schemes among the women, and later, political schemes. With such smart main leads, watching the twists and turns in their plans was a treat. There were some subplots and schemes that didn't really get fully utilized, but overall, the scheming really made me fall in love with historicals all over again.
So is Blossom a masterpiece? No. The acting is by no means flawless; sometimes, it's slightly too formal and staged. The plot is by no means unique and the writing by no means one of a genius. But it's captivating and gives watchers exactly what they want. And somehow, it latches onto you until you wish the end didn't come so soon.
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Let's walk together. Move forward together.
A captivating and enticing drama that is rare these days. The way the leads and other characters changed their destiny is just brilliant. Hats off to the writer.Song Mo and Shogu are such a power couple indeed. I love how they didn't drag the story with the useless misunderstanding. This is how a couple would do it. Supporting each other until the end of their days. And the supporting characters were delighted to watch, especially Chen Jia, who had been an enemy in the past, become a great ally for our leads. Even Ansu, many viewers hated her, but understanding why she sided with her husband is a normal thing to do.
The ost was also great. What a wonderful drama to end this year. Definitely my favorite this year.
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The Power of Love
The first 1/3 of this show was quite amazing and I was hooked by the engaging plot and how FL would live a better life moving forward having been given a second chance. Things moved along fast and there was plenty of drama to keep things interesting. The next 1/3 was all right. I wanted to know how things were going to be resolved. This next 1/3 is the point of FL and ML’s marriage onwards. It was quite a good watch. The next and last 1/3 was painful to continue and I took a long time to finish the drama. things got a little draggy and it was now longer interesting as ML and FL had become a little dull.What I liked:
- Engaging at first.
- ML and FL suit their roles and are good-looking. However, FL doesn’t stay attractive from start to finish as I started noticing that her mouth was very slightly crooked.
- Plot is ok. Things do get tied up.
What I didn’t like:
- Song Han was such an ass and so was his father. They are heartless and cruel people.
- FL’s uncle was all kinds of crazy and ruthless due to his hunger for power. He was disgusting.
Overall, this show is all right. It is better than others but others may be better than it. Perhaps fast forward the dull parts?
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Actually I liked the drama , specially the chemistry between the leads.
For me, this drama was all about chemistry. I felt bad for the second male lead—he remained a true friend while setting aside his own emotions. I am not saying that the female lead should be him. However someone should be there for him also.
The ending was perfect. All the actors and actresses did a great job. I especially liked the first male lead’s smile—he looked cute all the time.
I prefer Chinese historical dramas over modern ones. Except for a few episodes, the drama was enjoyable overall.
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This is added to my top fav historical cdrama!!!
I DIDN'T SKIP THROUGH any of the episodes which was quite surprising for me. Personally, it is not boring nor draggy.It was very entertaining, loved the leads chemistry and how their love blossomed!!!
My prediction for some parts were off and that's what kept me wanting to see what happens next.
You will definitely get some comedy. One of the funniest parts was when Song Mi’s dad had one of his guy to go get info about The FL and the scene where he was at the river washing clothes, cracked me up!.
Both ML and FL dads had a scene and it was just pure comedy.
I believe the casting was on point. It was an easy watch. You know I love me a wedding and kids to make it a perfect drama for me. It had a perfect ending.
You will enjoy it.
This is added to my top fav historical cdrama!!!
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Lost My Week to Blossom
OMG, where have I been in 2024 that I'm only finding out about this drama now? Lately, I've been kinda over those super sad, conflict-heavy dramas because my real life is already a mess, so I prefer light, no-brainer shows. But Blossom is different, I was hooked and absolutely obsessed. Even though Blossom is pretty melancholic and its conflicts can be super frustrating, for some reason, it's actually that sad vibe that kept me glued to it. I was so addicted, I finished 34 episodes in less than a week!Episode 1 had such a deep impact and was genuinely engaging, making you want to stay attached to this drama. The vibe is seriously heartbreaking: the ML and FL meet on a snowy night, both having just been betrayed and gravely ill. And the way they 'die' in Ep 1? To me, it wasn't just sad, it was romantic (first time I've ever felt a death scene was romantic 😅).
Honestly, the theme itself is pretty standard – rebirth and a second chance to fix fate after rebirth. There have been so many C-dramas lately using this kind of plot. But the real strength here is the chemistry between Song Mo and Dhou Zhao. Li Yunrui and Meng Ziyi's acting, bringing Song Mo and Dhou Zhao to life, was absolutely insane. I love Song Mo's character, who's soft-spoken but still clearly manly. And Dhou Zhao's character is smart and strong, but also has a gentle, motherly side. Both Song Mo and Dhou Zhao are so calm in their demeanor, with really mature vibes, which might be why I connected with them so much. To top it off, the cinematography is super aesthetic, with dramatic slow-motion shots. Seriously, this drama is the absolute best!
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Power couple, great chemistry, HEA
That was awesome. I delayed watching this for a while because I want to know if it is happy ending before watching. I am not a fan of ugly endings. Though I may say this is my favorite genre, regression, second chance, romance, action.Story is well written. Flow is perfect. And the chemistry is a legend. Power couple.
Song Mo- looks good with the long hair with white strands. He is such a green flag. Although in his past life, he is full of hatred and revenge and chose the wrong path. On his second life, he navigates it together with Dou Zhao
Dou Zhao- also has a tragic past life because of forced marriage. She later learns why her life turned out that way
An Su- is naive but did a 180 when she learned who really killed her brother
Song Han- is a psycho. He got a fitting end. He was the well-loved child but turned bitter and evil
Ji Yong- is a genius and second ML. A silent supporter of FL. He was a monk in first life so up until now I don't know why he became one. Maybe because FL got married to Wei Ting Yu
Wei Ting Yu- never loved FL so he cheated with FL's sister which turned out to be his one true love. Tragic end on second life for both he and Dou Ming
The political intrigue is not that complicated unlike Story of Kunning Palace but it holds it's own charm because of the actors, chemistry and story flow.
What I love most is the ending. They tied every loose ends. No major questions unanswered.
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Blossom starts off with a bang. The first episode was captivating, from the instant connection of the lead characters to the stunning visuals and then the shocking and tragic ending. It raised expectations very high and then was followed by a couple really boring episodes, which highlights the unevenness of this show. The first episode and then most of the middle episodes were fantastic, but by the end it felt pretty boring. One of the strengths was the chemistry between the leads. From the second they meet on screen, their chemistry was electric and this connection made it feel believable that such a short interaction would leave a permanent impression on them both. Song Mo was such a green flag male lead and their beautiful relationship was such an effective contrast to her previous life and marriage. Dou Zhao was an impressive female lead and so easy to root for. She was so smart and cunning - it was so satisfying to see her win. She was not the damsel who always needed Song Mo to come and save her; in fact, she was often the one who saved him and she was more than capable of also saving herself. The other women in Dou Zhao’s life - especially her guards/maids and her cousin - were a lot of fun to watch.
The show really held up until the last ten or so episodes. For a revenge show, Song Mo’s revenge felt very lackluster at the end and kind of like an afterthought. It felt like they were trying too hard to distance him from who he was in his previous life, but it didn’t make a lot of sense for a revenge-seeking general to not take more action. The switch to the focus on the new villain at the end was definitely the worst part. The character made little sense, the performance was not good, and it was incredibly obvious to see it coming, which made it feel unbelievable that other characters did not. So much screen time was taken up by this plot at the end and I had to skip a lot of scenes.
The pacing towards the end was very strange because many of the side characters storylines were way too drawn out but the ending also felt rushed as they tried to tie everything together. The rush caused the revenge and also the resolution of Song Mo’s illness to feel very unsatisfying and unrealistic. It was nice to see the couple in their happy ending though. I think Blossom is worth a watch for the characters, especially Dou Zhao, and the romance, but this wouldn't be the one I’d recommend to someone looking for a revenge story.
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expectations met!
started watching this with high expectations and im glad that my expectations were met. an intriguing show from start to finish with amazing chemistry between all casts!! no unnecessary characters, i love how everyone did something for the plot lol. the story felt well written and the pacing of it was genuinely good, i did not feel bored at all throughout watching all 34 episodes & that is rare since this show does involve court politics but it was rly well balanced i didnt feel like it was unnecessary or draggy. dont think i even need to talk about dou zhao & song mo because everyone knows how good they were portrayed and the romance between them. really worth the watch! its actually main character centric LOL not like some shows that puts the second leads out too muchWas this review helpful to you?
