An excellent RomCom about life lesson that showed inner beauty outshines external beauty
Filter is a romantic comedy about society's view of beauty. Su Cheng Cheng has low self-esteem and relies on the filter bracelet to change her appearance, not realizing that her inner beauty attracts Tang Qi. The drama is funny and offers a good life lesson about inner beauty outshines external beauty.Tan Jian Ci and Landy Li acted excellently in this drama, especially Tan Jian Ci. I didn't know he could act in comedy. The supporting cast is also good, especially Huang Si Rui, who played Lin Yuan, Su Cheng Cheng's best friend. I enjoyed this drama very much.
Synopsis: Su Cheng Cheng is an ordinary woman who gains a high-tech bracelet that lets her change her appearance. Using it to help others, she unwittingly captures the heart of Tang Qi, a man losing his eyesight, through multiple personas. As she hides her secret, Tang Qi suffers repeated heartbreak. Will she reveal the truth, and can they find happiness without deception?
My Reviews:
1. Acting: 8
2, Script: 8
3, Music/OST: 8
4, Production Quality: 8
5. Cinematography: 8
6. Rewatchable: 8
7. Onscreen Chemistry: 8
Overall Rating: 8
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It is not a mature one
Kids would enjoy this drama more. At the start, the drama introduces a girl who is strong, and people around her are either amazed or shocked by her strength. However, she doesn’t consider herself beautiful and often compares herself to others because she has marks on her face.She falls in love with a boy but doesn’t know how to behave around him. So, she takes advice from her friends and follows whatever they suggest. Unfortunately, this leads to misunderstandings. The boy thinks she is trying to overpower him with her strength, while she assumes he finds her unattractive.
As they grow up, their misunderstandings persist. Every time they communicate, she misinterprets his words and wishes to look prettier. This is where the bracelet ,a filter come into the story.
I liked the love story and all the characters, especially the female lead’s mother, father, sister, and friend. I also enjoyed the chemistry between the second leads.
Previously, I mentioned that kids would enjoy this drama more. However, since it is rated for ages 15 and above due to kissing scenes, it may not be suitable for younger audiences.
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Ridiculously funny and out of the world morbidness
This is probably the only drama where I find the ML character quite displeasing, there is zero relationship development between the ML and FL from the first episode all the way until when the ML found out about the filter. I don’t feel like the FL has very strong feelings towards the ML either all through out before the truth was found out. Everything was all about trying the hide, lie and role play to coverup another lie. Unlike other fake identity dramas where there is still a relationship development like the ML will recognise some habits of the FL in their fake skin and all, it isnt the case for this, it feels like there is a huge gap between ML and FL whether they are in the real or fake self. I actually prefer the characters of the side couple and their story, they make more sense and give a cute vibe between them.However the plot is so ridiculous and out of the ordinary, extremely absurd that I got to finish watching this drama to see how else they can make my mind be blown away by its absurdity…..
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Funny and entertaining but too long
A seriously funny show that catches you off guard with its humor making you quite literally laugh out loud. Definitely one of the funniest shows I have seen in a while, at least at parts. The humor in this show lands well and is spaced appropriately and the actors that all play the variations of ChengCheng are phenomenal in connecting the small nuances of the character creating a convincing thread between them. A little heavy handed at times but the overall messaging of loving yourself and looking beyond appearance creates a pleasant story. An drama that is able to entertain with its moral compass but falls a little short making it just your average watch.There are many things I truly loved about this show. The idea of beauty is not only skin deep, the comedy, and the actors abilities to portray the same character in different bodies convincingly. But what fell short for me were some of the character arcs and relationship progression. When it comes to ChengCheng and Tang Qi I felt like their dynamic was not properly explored prior to him discovering the truth. Had the drama opted to let him see the things he liked about the personas also in Cheng Cheng's true form and allowed him to begin to like her naturally that way I think I would have liked that more. But he never really shows her any interest until he realizes the truth and Cheng Cheng did not seem overly interested in him after being heartbroken over her crush ending in the very beginning. So the lack of chemistry and natural relationship progression was missing leaving a disconnect. Also Tang Qi lacks proper character development. His character goes from fairly silly in his pursuit in the beginning making his character a bit aloof but once together he seems almost like a different character.
This drama is also too long. There were a couple arcs that could have been omitted and brought the show to 24 episodes and I think that would have saved a bit of the fatigue I began to feel while trying to finish this. The grandma and pregnancy arcs were unnecessary to me and did not add much value to the overall show. The sponsorships for this show also began to feel very very obvious with the overuse.
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One of the funniest CDramas, such a Creative Story
Oh wow. This show was hilarious. I have not watched a Cdrama where I laughed as much out loud as I did with this one. It was hard to believe that landi Lin is not beautiful but I understand the concept and where they were going as someone who also was never viewed as beautiful growing up. This story begins and continues with nothing but misunderstandings, some hilarious, some quite torturous of the ML.Don’t go into this show looking for reality.. this show is just pure fantasy and fun. It’s also very funny. There were also periods where I was grinning so much my mouth hurt.
I loved the second couple in this drama, I loved their relationship and how cute they were. I loved the way they talked too.
Overall, I loved their creativity of this show. It’s definitely something different fun cute and enjoyable. There were periods where I was like, ok I’m ready to move on from the constant misunderstandings but the overall concept and story was so good. Highly recommend!
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Funny but flawed story
A quirky but entertaining story about a woman who can change her appearance and the man who unknowingly falls in love with every version of her. It’s part romcom, sci-fi/fantasy, and office drama all rolled into one eccentric package.Neither of the leads are particularly likable at first — one has low self-esteem and gets tangled in a web of her own lies while the other comes across as rude and fickle. But both are pretty self-aware about their faults, and as the two work out their conflicts and misunderstandings, we get a different kind of take on an enemies-to-friends-to-lovers plot.
However, one thing bothered me that made an otherwise fun show less enjoyable: Some of the behavior that the female lead resorts to in order to hide her multiple identities is cruel and emotionally manipulative. She feels bad about it, but keeps doing it anyway. How she treats the male lead is played for laughs (and many of the circumstances the two get into are hilarious) but if you look past the humor, she’s pretty heartless. His anger is fully justified when he finds out the truth, and in my opinion he comes to terms with it a little too easily. But this being a drama, love conquers all.
Regardless of how the characters are written, the actors do a fine job. This is my first time seeing Tan Jian Ci in a comedy. His male lead is a serious, highly intelligent person forced into absurd situations, and he shows a lot of range in what must have been a challenging role. Landy Li successfully portrays the female lead as a woman with an inferiority complex who has to learn some self-acceptance. I also appreciated that the leads’ best friends (also the second couple) are well-rounded and interesting in their own right, more than just a side storyline.
This drama definitely falls in the “something different” category. It’s not perfect, and the way the moral of the story comes across can be a bit heavy-handed at times, but it has a unique plot that avoids the usual romcom cliches and a good cast, along with some decent-looking special effects and nice background music. While the last few episodes are a bit anticlimactic, it has a cute ending.
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Seeing Beyond The Filter
I give Filter a 10 out of 10 because it truly has everything. This drama delivers comedy that you don’t even see coming, friendships that feel mutual and real, supportive family relationships (which is so refreshing to see), sci-fi elements that add a mysterious edge, and case-solving moments that actually had me on the edge of my seat.What makes Filter stand out most is the message it sends. It makes you reflect on beauty standards, gender roles, and the expectations that society forces on us. It shows how both women and men are often trapped by unrealistic beauty standards shaped by social media and societal pressure. What really stood out to me is how it explores the emotional and mental struggles people face just to “fit in” or feel valued. It’s not just about vanity—it’s about acceptance, identity, and being seen for who you truly are.
One of the biggest lessons I took from Filter is the truth about first impressions. Yes, first impressions go a long way—but this drama shows that your first impression of someone might not be the truth. Sometimes it’s just an illusion—a version of that person you created in your mind based on looks, rumors, or surface-level details. It reminds us that people are so much more than what they appear to be at first glance.
And the romance? Beautiful. Su Cheng Cheng and Tang Qi’s love is so pure and sincere that you can’t help but smile every time they’re together. Their relationship isn’t just about falling in love—it’s about misunderstandings, healing, and relearning each other along the way. That’s what makes their story so special and meaningful.
Filter really taught me that beauty is temporary, but someone’s soul, kindness, and genuine heart are what truly matter. It makes you question: Are you seeing people for who they really are—or just through a filter?
I love that this drama wasn’t just emotional or deep—it was also funny, entertaining, and just fun to watch. The humor balanced out the serious themes perfectly. It’s rare to find a drama that can do both so well.
Overall, Filter is more than just a drama—it’s a reminder to all of us to stop judging people by appearances and start valuing the things that really last. Highly recommended.
overview
This drama does an excellent job blending sci-fi elements with real-world social issues like beauty standards, giving it a refreshing twist compared to other dramas with similar themes.
The concept of "seeing beyond the filter" applies not just to physical beauty but also to the emotional walls people build around themselves.
I really appreciated how the supporting characters actually contributed to the story and weren’t just there for filler—they each had their own growth and meaningful moments.
The balance between comedy and deeper reflection was handled really well. One minute you’re laughing, and the next, you’re genuinely thinking about your own biases and assumptions.
The romantic pacing was steady—not rushed or dragged out—which made Su Cheng Cheng and Tang Qi’s relationship feel believable and earned.
First impressions as illusions is such a clever theme throughout, not only in relationships but in how we view everything—even ourselves.
Watching this drama reminded me how much social media filters can change the way we see the world and even our own self-worth.
Worth rewatching, not just for the plot but for catching all the small symbolic details you might miss the first time.
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To all the audience who deserve a quality one
First, I want to applause the plot. Cheer to the scriptwriter and the director. The plot itself is a rare case for the live action series. At first I thought this is the manga-adapted drama. It's very creative, fun and kinda like a sci-fi one but they managed it very well without obvious plot holes or nerves wrecking ones. Eventho you want to question "ah ah" but eventually you will feel like "oh yeah, nothing wrong with this" haha. Second , love the acting of the characters not just the leads but all the supports and of course cannon folders you may say . The acting of the male lead here is the best i must say. His every micro-expression is on point and you will follow along his confusion, questioning, heart beating and heart breaking. I felt really funny yet sad and pity him. You won't see a typical overbearing president here with their cocky personality. He is a normal person with his own strength and weakness. The female lead played really well too, especially when she said she felt really good when she turned into a pretty girl but she loved herself more than the fake appearance that was loved by everyone. She supported and encouraged every normal girl out here without belittling the one with outstanding appearance too. This was well appreciating. All in all, Filter is for those who got fed up with the typical artificial love-bubbling in every 3 minutes or dog-blooded drama where females have to suffer to get empathy point. The leads are adults who can handle their own businesses and very down to earth. I rate this as The best drama of 2025 .Was this review helpful to you?
RoFan-Sci-Fi series, quite funny and very well acted.
PLOT: The FL, an ordinary unemployed woman (somewhat neglected by her family in favor of her more beautiful and brilliant sister), receives a "filter" bracelet one evening of despair, allowing her to change her appearance. The FL takes advantage of this to get recruited into the company of the ML (a man who is unsociable and isolated due to his vision problems - her former high school crush). The FL will prove herself at work, but her relationship with the ML is complicated (he falls in love with all of her "filtered characters").+++ A bunch of great actors (all the main leads), but especially Tan Jian Ci (his performance is amazing) ♡ඩ⌔ඩ♡
+++ Really good production with high-quality CGI (It was necessary :)
+++ OSTs well suited to the atmosphere (funny, light, sweet)
+++ The message is aimed at women (Asian women place excessive importance on their appearance, a cultural constraint): "Love yourself, be yourself." The second romance, very cute, questions relationships and marriage. It's fresh!! Too bad it's linked to childhood trauma...
### The plot is very wacky, but the storyline is relatively coherent. However, you have to accept some VERY excessive twists, especially in the last part...
=> Overall, an excellent series, highlighting Tan Jian Ci's talent and full of dialogues of somewhat artificial wisdom. But go watch it, you'll have a great time.
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Série Rom- Fantasy - Sci Fi, assez drôle et très bien interprétée.
PLOT: La FL, femme ordinaire sans emploi (un peu négligée par sa famille au profit de sa sœur + belle et + brillante), reçoit un soir de désespoir, un bracelet "filtre" permettant de changer son apparence. La FL en profite pr se faire recruter ds la Cie du ML (homme peu sociable et isolé en raison de ses pbs de vue - son ancien crush de lycée). La FL fera ses preuves au travail, mais les relat° avec le ML sont compliqués (il tombe amoureux de tous ses "personnages filtrés").
+++ A bunch of great actors (all the mains) particulary Tan Jian Ci (his performance is amazing) ♡ඩ⌔ඩ♡
+++ Really good production with CGI high quality (It was necessary :)
+++ OSTS well suited to the atmosphere (funny, light, sweet)
+++ Le message est destiné aux femmes (les femmes asiatiques accordent une importance démesurée à leur apparence, contrainte culturelle) : "Aimez-vous, soyez vous-même". La 2nde romance, très cute, remet en question les relations, le mariage. C'est frais !! Dommage que ce soit mis en relation avec des traumas d'enfance ...
### Le plot est très farfelu, mais la storyline est relativement cohérente. Il faut cpdt accepter certains twists TRES excessifs, surtt ds la dernière partie...
=> Globalement une excellente série, mettant en lumière le talent de Tan Jian Ci et bourrée de dialogues d'une sagesse un peu artificielle. Mais allez la voir, vous passerez un très bon moment.
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Amazing drama Absolute 10/10
"This drama is dedicated to ordinary you and me " It was most intriguing and heartwarming line of the drama. It delivers perfect combo of all emotions , literally all happiness , laughter , sadness all . Just amazing 🤩😻 Amazing acting by both leads and second leads were so funny and amazing eventhough last 2ep were serious tonefull for them . It is relaxing and a really suspense and fantasy genra drama but also has a very amazing messege set within it . Overall a good watch .Was this review helpful to you?
All Filter, No Substance
This drama is super slow burn—bogged down by filler scenes and unnecessary side plots that drag out the pacing and dull what could’ve been a sharper, more engaging drama.I was initially drawn in by the main leads and the unique premise, but to my surprise, the second leads ended up stealing the show. It feels like they got more screentime and attention than the main couple which I’m not complaining. Their chemistry is stronger, their romance more compelling, and their storyline delivers the kind of classic rom-com charm the main couple lacks.
Where the central romance falls flat is the lack of chemistry and underwhelming character appeal. The male lead’s quirky genius trope is tiresome and his obsessive fixation on each “filtered” version of the female lead—paired with his ice cold treatment of the actual Su Cheng Cheng—makes him hard to root for. Meanwhile, the female lead is defined mostly by her physical strength and ugliness (which she really isn't), without much emotional depth to balance her out. That said, there are some hilarious laugh-out-loud moments between the leads that offer some relief—but in the end, this couple probably would’ve worked better as friends than lovers.
The show really should’ve ended at episode 29, but instead throws in a random subplot out of nowhere focused (again) on the second leads. I usually welcome a few final episodes to wrap things up, but this felt like a detour to a dead end.
For a drama set in the beauty and fashion industry, the styling is bland and the OST is forgettable. The one bright spot is the production quality—especially the CGI and filter effects, which are creative, polished, and visually consistent. It’s just a shame the storytelling and buildup doesn’t match the visual flair.
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Beauty is skin deep,only inner beauty and love stand tall above all!!
Filter,can be labelled as one of the most unique drama of all the chinese dramas I have watched so far.I liked it's way of storytelling to convey a message that outer appearance is not important but what matters most is the inner beauty or character of a person.
The whole plot is based on the concept of staying true to ourselves and being real.And ,Filter has really made use of a technology based filter bracelet,which can change appearances,voices and also upgrades everytime with new functions.The best part is that,the drama is designed in a humorous way along with a good message underlying beneath the chaos and confusion.
Li Landing as Su Chengcheng,has given her best performance.She is strong,casual,smart, intelligent,kind, cheerful and also helpful.
Tan Jianci as Tang Qi is awesome 👍 Tang Qi,is serious,smart, intelligent,and also a person who tries to see the end of every matter he deals with.He is a person with high patience levels and also has a loving nature in him.His love only for Su Chengcheng,though she changes appearances,is remarkable and sweet!!
Gu Yu,Lin Yuan,Su Qingli,Su Miao,Fang Jin,Quan Shengtang and her parents and all the actors were excellent.
The music, costumes, locations, everything are good.
Filter is a highly recommended watch for its unique concept of storytelling interlaced with humour to convey that attitude and character of a person are everything.
Excellent drama👍👌
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