Veil of Shadows

Literally the best of the bestttt

Omg this drama was the best that I have ever watched, the chemistry in the jilu couple was also rlly good. Literally this drama has kept me interested the whole time I watched it and the story was really interesting that I was literally wishing the next ep comes out faster. Also ju jingyi’s acting was rlly good here and her visuals were really pretty too!! I’m so sad that VOS only has 29 eps 😭

Honestly the ending tho was like kinda bittersweet and everybody suddenly started randomly all reviving at the end which is kinda weird tbh but that doesn’t matter

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Every MJTY fan's dream

If you loved MJTY, this series will come as a patch on your wounded " yearning a 2nd season for MJTY" heart. And that is only a small bonus for what this show offers so far ( ep 24). Leave aside actors and locations from MJTY and that dark mistery vibe, there is a whole story waiting to be explored, through tantalising music, idol performance and delightful romance. There are also some amazing performances from actors like Chen DuLing and Yan An, just to name a few.
Regarding Chen DuLing, I didn't think I could love her kn a series ever again after TTEOTM, but this is it, the role that made me love her again.

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Nice world building and insanely hot cast

I picked this up because of Joseph Zeng, but I think I also became a fan of Tian Jiarui.

Both pairs did so well, but later on I feel like the focus became more on the story of Ji Ling and Lu Wuyi, esply Ji Ling. Which I'm not complaining. The whole backstory on him, his sacrifices, and all the misunderstandings he had to go through to get rid of Jiu Ling is just so terrible and my heart breaks for him. Nearer to the end, he became my favourite character. And the way his loyal followers all believed in him unconditionally is so heart warming. The number of death tolls in this destroyed me lmao (hot guys and girls dropping dead one after another), although the ending salvaged it a bit. Safe to say, Ji Ling never had to worry about becoming forgotten and unknown because all the viewers felt for him. And he became one of, if not the biggest, reason everyone can live peacefully.

The plot and world building is also very good. Although a bit puzzling at first, they all came to make sense. I was looking for another drama that'd give the vibe of Fangs of Fortune and this came very close to it. Lots of the same cast from FOF too. Another drama that I finished in 2 days, soooo thankful that it's finished because I'd die if I have to wait with the suspense.

All in all, I'd say this is a great addition to well done Xianxia dramas.

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Veil of Confusions

I went into this series with little to no expectations, and while it's a good watch, it feels a lot longer than 29 episodes. Between a lot happening and not enough happening, the series’ pacing is hard to comment on. And because I took many breaks between episodes, I felt like I’d been watching the show for half a year.

I have no complaints about the cast. I love Tian Jia Rui in just about everything he’s in. He’s truly a gem. I’ve loved Ju Jing Yi since “Legend of Yun Xi” and have listened to some of her music as both a soloist and a member of SNH48. I’m so glad Yan An decided to become an actor, especially in Chinese historical fantasies, because although I’ve known and listened to PENTAGON’s debut song and even had a couple of biases in the boy group, for some reason I never noticed Yan An (he and Wooseok confuse me lol). If he hadn’t left CUBE and become an actor, I wouldn’t have discovered his talent. Chen Du Ling is without a doubt gorgeous, but I could never get behind her acting; however, she really fit Wu Wang Yan. This is my first time watching Joseph Zeng, and he didn’t disappoint at all. He’s the perfect Wu Shi Guang and even came across as older than Chen Du Ling and Ju Jing Yi.

The acting was a bit clumsy at times, especially by Wu Han (You Chi). I understand this is his series debut, but sometimes he takes me out of the moment. And although he's the comic relief character, I still don't know how I feel about him.

What impresses me most is the world-building of this series. It’s overly complex yet unique and fascinating. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up because there's so much to remember, but we still get explanations. I liked that the characters experienced a different time, so we got to see what it was like 1000, 150, and 50 years ago. The character design was also spot on. Although Ji Ling is the focus of the show, the other main characters each make a unique contribution to the series.

Tian Jia Rui’s “Suffering” song saved this series’ music. Towards the end, they use the instrumental and crossover from Tian Jia Rui and Ju Jing Yi, but it’s worth it because this song fits everything happening at the end.

The chemistry and romance in here were killer! Each couple really went all out for each other, and it was both heartwarming and nice to see!

I have some complaints, but my biggest issue is the delivery of the action and story development towards the latter half of the show. As with other series like “Fangs of Fortune” and “My Journey to You,” the action gets absurdly uncreative and relies heavily on flying, choppy edits, and CGI. The setup for the final battle was creative, but the delivery was soooo boring. At many points, we just have our powerful characters standing all cool. I don’t know if it’s budget or why Edward Guo refuses to have multiple powerful characters take on the enemy all at once and wipe them out quickly. Given Lu Wu Yi being Jiu Ying and Ji Ling being the former Dragon Deity who’s built a reputation and relationships for a hundred years, it’s no surprise they have more screen time towards the end. My problem was it wasn’t used effectively, so it just looks like favoritism (I personally don’t mind it, but would have loved to see Wu Shi Guang do more as our new Dragon Deity). Another issue I have is how Shi Guang sent You Chi up against a fox demon and expects him to flee. Then, instead of realizing that You Chi and Wang Yan would be fine once Li Jing reverts the past and stops Wu Yi from being created, we get some flat moments of Shi Guang crying over You Chi and Wang Yan. The romance in here was good; the friendship not so much. I think we get one scene of Li Jing and Shi Guang acting as “brothers,” and then for a while we’re just told that Shi Guang sides with Li Jing, without that trust and bond.

Can I just say Bai Ze is ridiculously powerful and absolutely my favorite???

For the rewatch value, I gave it a 5 because I may rewatch some episodes or scenes but probably never the whole series again.

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Netflix I Love You, Now Add More Just Like This

Saw this on Netflix and decided to give this a quick watch.
Twas not quick at all.
I started a month or so after it finished, but was surprised to see the engagement from the watchers who couldn't let go of the drama... and honestly I get it. There were so many factors that really made this stand out, I hope I can mention all of them.

When I saw the cast was JuJingYi and Joseph Zeng, I knew they'd be great leads as always. Man, was I wrong. But not in the way it seems. There are four main characters, all equally important to the storyline. The first and most interesting part of the characters is their relationship. I thought FOR SURE JJY and JZ would be the main couple but nope. I'm honestly glad they weren't because I can't see it any other way. Our FLs JJY and Chen Du Ling are the most beautiful cunning pair of sisters I have ever seen and their bond is so deep and meaningful in ways you can only understand by watching. The first and main couple imo is JJY and Tian Jia Rui, who I've never really seen as a lead or main character before. HE WAS THE SCENE STEALER. Oh my gosh, do they make you fall in love with him. Like actually. He and JJY are the ultimate cp and I don't remember loving the dynamic of two characters this much. Our second couple is CDL and JZ, and while their story didn't engross me as strongly, their growth was also remarkable. The OST for them is my favorite song of the drama, though the OST just SLAPS. Every song was like a blockbuster movie soundtrack.

There were, undoubtedly several plot "holes" that are so so confusing, but like everyone says, does get explained later on. Also many characters are hard to keep track of. I think it may be worth rewatching to sort of see the hidden details you never noticed before. Just want to say thank you to the comment section for clarifying all the confusing details I had.

I want to see the couples together again <3333

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Veil of Shadows: Foxes, Demons and Fates Entwined in Epic Grace 10/10

Veil of Shadows blends xianxia spectacle with a rich web of disguises, hidden identities and layered motives as nine‑tailed fox Lu Wu Yi infiltrates Wei Manor in search of the great demon Xiao Wei. Amid hunters, foxes and priests, fragile friendships, simmering rivalries and multiple romances collide—led by Ji Ling and Lu Wu Yi’s fated, angsty first love and Wu Wang Yan and Wu Shi Guang’s mature, grounded passion.

The storytelling is twisty, often misleading but everything clicks beautifully by the end, while the cinematography—costumes, fight scenes and visuals—is consistently stunning. Ju Jing Yi as Lu Wu Yi balances mischief and quiet strength, Chen Du Ling as Wu Wang Yan shines with cunning and emotional depth and the full cast delivers strong, memorable performances that make the characters linger long after the last episode.

A 10/10 for anyone who loves fantasy romance with smart plotting and gorgeous style.

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Beautiful Chinese drama.

This drama made me laugh, cry, get angry, and feel the rage, helplessness, and pain that the characters, especially Ji Ling, felt. 🥹 There was no dull moment; all the characters were well-developed and had very distinct but charming personalities. I was absolutely charmed by the character Ji Ling, my baby, my little boy, my sunshine. I cried a lot with his story; despite suffering many misfortunes, he was always a ray of sunshine and a sweetheart. I really identified with his character and I was surprised that he was an INFP LIKE ME AAAAHG OMG. Despite everything, I'm very glad he had his happy ending, living like a normal person without the burdens and suffering of loneliness. I really liked his character development. Tian Jia Rui is a spectacular actor; he did not disappoint at all, perfectly portraying several characters. I clearly noticed the difference in each of their attitudes; he was able to convey to me the pain, loneliness, suffering, devotion, and love he felt for Lu Wuyi.

I loved the romance story of both couples, both well-developed. My favorite without a doubt is the WuWu couple/ship; their chemistry was incredible! I honestly didn't expect the bed scene.It was well done, I completely loved that couple. For a moment I thought it was going to have a very tragic ending, but thank God it didn't. My favorite arc is when Wu Wangyan and Wu Shiguang entered the dragon illusion; their relationship was very romantic and sweet. And the fact that Wu Shiguang cut off his arm and leg to get closer to his beloved Wangyan, who was worried and desperate to have him near 🥹. My favorite character is Wu Wangyan, although sadly he didn't have much screen time, he still managed to capture my attention and that of the viewers; he has a natural charm. Chen Duling perfectly embodied Wu Wangyan; she has the beauty and talent to do it, it's a shame the director didn't appreciate her despite the dedication she put into the role.

As for the visual aesthetics it's incredible, no actor or actress is ugly at all, everyone is visually appealing and the costumes worn by all the characters looked high quality and spectacular. I really loved the fox sisters' outfits, and Ji Ling looked divine in the Dragon God's clothes, even though they had a painful meaning; he looked gorgeous in those hanfus.

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10/10

Okay, this is easily one of the best C-dramas of the year so far—I absolutely love it!
​Everything from the special effects and the cast to the direction and the OST... absolutely everything is beautiful. It’s a literal work of art and has definitely made it into my top favorite dramas of all time.
​It keeps you entertained at all times and you never get bored. I didn't feel the need to skip or fast-forward through any scenes because they felt dull; it’s worth every single minute.
​Even though the story was a bit hard to follow (at least for me), I loved it. I cried and felt every single emotion possible.

​If someone asks me for a Chinese drama recommendation, I’m definitely recommending Veil of Shadows.

​Wu Shiguang and Wangyan—I love them so much, and their song is stunning! ♡

​P.S. This drama has one of the best OSTs I’ve ever heard; I even created a playlist so I can listen to it all the time.

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