Loved it
Ok I have been finding it hard to find a good drama that has kept me wanting to get to the end! I can say there has only been a handful i have loved recently..Love in the clouds was brilliant I loved it kept me intrigued from start to end. I enjoyed the flirting between the main characters they really did make me laugh..
Everyone did a great job on this drama. Loved the costume,
Definitely would recommend watching this drama..
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What I really like is that the romance doesn’t feel dry. There’s tension, flirting, and a lot of “enemies-to-lovers” energy in the beginning that slowly turns into genuine trust and love. The side couples are also surprisingly good and add more emotion instead of feeling like filler. The visuals are beautiful – costumes, sets, and fight scenes all look dreamy and high quality, which makes the whole thing feel like a fantasy fairytale.
It’s not perfect though. Some parts in the middle can feel a bit slow, and the world-building sometimes feels under-explained, like they expect you to just accept the rules without telling you too much. A few plot points are a bit dramatic. But if you’re watching mainly for vibes, romance, and a strong main couple, these flaws don’t ruin the experience.
Overall, I’d call Love in the Clouds a very watchable fantasy romance: great chemistry, pretty visuals, and enough drama to keep you hooked.
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Great story/writing but not so great adaptation
I truly wanted to love this drama but I got bored quite quickly and skipped through lots of the boring blah, blah, blah conversations. It's probably just me but I felt that there was absolutely no chemistry between the leads, even when FL tried to play cutesy, her acting felt totally fake. The screen writers also made the mistake of keeping the FL lying act, schemes way too prolonged (23 episodes ) so by the time the truth was revealed, nobody cared anymore as viewers got bored already. I also had a bit of an issue with almost all of the actors/actresses looked exactly the same and it was hard to figure out who was whom, (example the FL and the Princess and some of the dancers looked almost identical) same with many of the male characters, very similar faces, age etc.ML has a beautiful , very distinctive face/features and shows lots of emotions on his face throughout the show. On the other hand, the FL has a very average, non distinctive looking face that barely shows any emotions throughout the drama. Their "romance" looks fake and cold, lacks real emotional connection between the two actors. The Vibe/Chemistry was definitely off between the ML and FL characters
Overall, I found the storyline very interesting but the adoption not so much as up until past 23 episodes, it was pretty boring with the never ending poisoned then healed, injured and healed, more injury and healing over and over again plus the same schemes, same villains, same FL lying over and over..... Besides boredom, it became pretty exhausting to watch and I had to use my fast forward quite a lot
Good stuff: I absolutely loved, loved the spirit animals ( the dragon and the cat) and their friendship was especially heartwarming, good actors. Visually, it was probably one of the best fantasy dramas I have seen. Fantastic scenery, dream world, wonderful special effects . Loved the music and the beautiful costumes. You can tell that great efforts, lots of creativity and hard work went into this production. Excellent job team!! Thank you for the dreamy beautiful world, experience.
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My opinion on the drama
I have been a fan of cdrama for many years now and I’ve seen my share of series. This drama is one of the best of all I’ve seen. it is very easy to watch, i binge watched many episodes and it felt like i only watched three eps. It had everything you would want in a drama: good plot, good actor/actress, well written characters, comedy, touching romance, good friendships, and so many tropes well done( i really liked the plot twists in the later episodes of the drama..).The miscommunication not only didn’t frustrate me but i really enjoyed it as the angst was so good ( the yearning was crazy work…) and the divorce era was not very dragged. And i like how they prefer to live and die together rather than one of them secretly sacrificing themselves and leaving their significant other behind. ( this is NOT a spoiler)
The ost was the very cherry on top, i love minghao's voice smmm!!
Overall, it was a drama that went way beyond my expectations, I’m so glad i watched this.
It is definitely not overrated and deserves its praises.
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Story started off strong but fell apart towards the end
Not sure if we watched the same show based on the ratings. The drama started off strong, but toward the end the plot completely fell apart. It genuinely feels like a different writer took over, the main characters keep getting back together, breaking up, and repeating the same cycle… the costume were really nice too at the start but it feels like they are out of budget towards the endWas this review helpful to you?
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Second Lead Syndrome, Enemy-to-Lovers, and a Story That Soars
Love in the Clouds was a surprisingly refreshing watch. Even though it centers around fairies and immortals—a theme we’ve seen many times before—the storyline felt fresh and engaging throughout. One of the highlights was how well the enemy-to-lovers trope was handled; it developed naturally and added depth to both the romance and the emotional tension. Easily a 10/10 for me.The cast was very well chosen. Both the male lead and female lead delivered fantastic performances, with strong chemistry and emotional depth that made their journey together believable and compelling.
A special mention goes to the princess. Her character was incredibly emotional—at times she was mostly crying. Honestly, she deserves an award for that.
I also have to admit I suffered from a serious case of second male lead syndrome. His character was complex, layered, and deeply memorable. While his journey takes an unexpected turn, it only adds to the emotional impact of the story rather than taking away from it.
Overall, Love in the Clouds is a beautifully cast fantasy romance with strong performances, a well-executed enemy-to-lovers arc, and an emotional storyline that stands out despite familiar elements. Definitely worth watching.
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Layers of Lies and Twist of Fate
Its been a long time since my last time watch Hou Minghao's drama. And I have an urge to watch Lu Yuxiao so I'm give it a try. This is my first time watch Yuxiao and I'm not disapointedStory,
Such a nice story from the start till the end. We know that no xianxia go without misunderstanding, and this drama served perfectly how lies can create such a beautiful by layers of lies. The good thing is there are no disapointment that I got. All the conflict done as I expected in a satisfied way. But sometimes I feel this drama is a product of entertainment (and this is true tho) for some part.
Acting and Character,
I'm in love with both Ji Bozai and Ming Yi. Hou Minghao and Lu Yuxiao did such an amazing job bring them alive. It is hard to created character that feel alive and human. Thank you Hou Minghao and Lu Yuxiao for taking the job and act for our lovely Ming Yi and Ji Bozai.
This is my time to acknowledge your talent, Lu Yuxiao. Actually I watch this because I want to know you more before I watch your 'Nan Yi'. To be honest I don't really expect much from you but wow gurl you stole my heart! Now there is no way I doubt your talent.
Yu Chengen, this is my first time in your drama that I got slowly irritated when you appear. From adored to annoyed. This proved me you did perfect to potrayed the evolution of cute Situ Ling to ruthless Chao Yan.
I see familiar face like Quan Yilun (honestly I fall for you this time), Pan Junya, Zuo Ye, some kids actor and also some actor that I know from short and mini drama such as Zhang Hongming, Wu Tianhao, Yang Pengcheng, Deng Xiaoci, Zhu Lilan, Wu Yiqiao, etc. They all did a great job.
Music,
Hou Minghao's voice are hypnotizing. Such a warm-soft-comforting voice you are.
All of the song are so good and express each scenes properly. Thank you music director.
Rewatch and Overall Value,
First I want to praise the editing staff. Gosh the CGI is CGI-ing. Such a beautiful execution of every part of drama. From lighting or properties placement, graphic action, or event the comical visual are top-notch! I will remember this drama in my heart.
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AFTER A LONG C-DRAMA SLUMP, THIS MADE ME CAME BACK
Writing a review few weeks after I finished the drama. This is the first ever c-drama that I watched while it was on-going/airing (I don’t have the patience to wait). The episode gets better and better I’m telling you.At first, I was skeptical but as the episode goes on? AHHH WORTH IT. There was the romance, the comedy and the angst between the couple. I really love how Ji Bozai fell first and fell even harder —will really do anything and will cross oceans and mountains for Ming Yi 😩🤌🏼💗
The plot? For the first time it revealed the unexpected—in a way that you think you already knew it? Nah, there’s more ✨
AND THE OST? HOU MINGHAO, JI BOZAI HIMSELF SANG IT AND IT’S STILL ON REPEAT IN MY SPO— ✨🎧
The actors are amazing!!! It was like a feast in our eyes, they’re all so beautiful! AND LU YUXIAO IS SO PRETTYYYY AHHHH 💗
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PERFECTION
This is amazing! The depth of the characters and the many layers to the story is so good. This had me laughing, crying, gasping, rolling on my bed, shrieking over what was happening. It was exciting; the plot literally thickens along the way. Each twist and turn had me clutching my blanket, not knowing what was going to happen next. The pace and the ending was utterly satisfying (though if I’m being honest, I skipped or snoozed on a lot of Situ Ling scenes just because he was so unbearable, but no offense to the actor). Overall, it was so well-written, beautifully directed and executed. Chinese fantasy dramas are totally top tier.Was this review helpful to you?
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The Perfect Enemies-to-Lovers Pair
This is one of the reasons I keep coming back to costume dramas. I absolutely love the enemies-to-lovers trope, and *Love in the Clouds* executed it beautifully. Watching the relationship evolve from constant bickering and misunderstandings to mutual trust, unwavering support, and genuine love made every episode more engaging. Their chemistry was undeniable, and the gradual development of their romance made every emotional moment feel well-earned.One of my favorite characters was Ming Yi. I loved how she disguised herself as a man before eventually embracing her true identity again. Instead of feeling like a cliché, her disguise became an important part of her journey, allowing her character to grow while creating many memorable and entertaining moments. What stood out most was her courage. Ming Yi wasn't afraid to make difficult decisions, fight for what she believed in, and protect the people she loved. She was intelligent, resilient, and independent, making her such an easy character to admire.
I also preferred Ji Bo Zai's portrayal in the drama over his novel counterpart. His personality felt more charming and expressive, and I especially loved how shamelessly devoted he was to Ming Yi. Even when he claimed to resent her because of the circumstances surrounding their switched identities at birth, his actions always revealed the opposite. He constantly looked out for her, protected her whenever she was in danger, and quietly put her well-being before his own. That contrast between his words and his actions made his character even more lovable and added so much emotional depth to their relationship.
Beyond the romance, the drama balanced humor, political intrigue, and heartfelt moments well, keeping the story entertaining without losing its emotional core. Overall, *Love in the Clouds* had everything I look for in a historical romance: compelling characters, meaningful character development, an engaging plot, and a romance that kept me invested until the very end.
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No romance just fantasy
So after watching some fantasy and historical I'm done with these chinese genre overly Melo dramatic always, always weak FML , always dying, sacrifice? this isn't the part of love or how love is shown ? story focus is 100% fantasy and 10 % romance? i watch for romance not for other genre? i have skipped last 6-7 eps because they don't show up main lead but fantasy and side characters, so this is not for me ,I do enjoy fantasy but with equal amount of romance included, this is like some Korean manwha I read that name it romance fantasy genre when they don't show romance at all ,I liked the couple so wanted to watch if all historical and fantasy like this I rather quit ,I had avoided this in chinese but decided to watch I should say they're 10-9 for fantasy or historical but romance in these is 1-4Was this review helpful to you?
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Amazing drama, absolutely loved it.
I adore this drama. Cast, acting, story, everything (except their 2 spirit animals’ looks in their animal form) was amazing.It was literally a never ending cycle of sacrifice and it made me tear up so many times. I love how they changed everything and protected everybody. I do think that Situ Ling didn’t have to go down a bad hill (I’m kinda tired of second MlLs turning evil once the Fl rejects, it’s an overused plot line at this point) and Fuyue deserved better, an actual happy ending not one where she’s pining over her dead love.
Either ways, overall, this was genuinely so good, absolutely worth the watch.
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