Mobius

Bai Jingting is definitely a man of action

I really enjoy watching Time Loop. The moment I saw Time Loop and Bai Jingting, I thought of Reset. I think the series progressed wonderfully. Of course, I had some issues; I think there shouldn't have been any romance in this series. Even if there was, I wish there was a younger actor Because in the first episodes, I thought they were sisters.😐 I won't go into too much detail on this topic since there isn't much romance. Bai Jingting fits the role very well. I'd like to see her in more action dramas.

First of all, the series is based on a single storyline. I wish it had been longer and had more events but watching this storyline was absolutely breathtaking and very exciting. Although it was a bit sad that they focused on a single storyline, I was excited to watch it anyway. It was the second or third episode. I don't remember. A rap song played. I don't know what its name is but it was great. I will do some deep research to find it😅. My advice to those who want to watch the series is to use glasses while watching. The light emitted by Bai Jingting's charisma may hurt your eyes. 😂

I think the second season of the series will come. There were 48 days for Wenqing. What happened and what ended was not said?? and most importantly, what happened to the blonde haired son of one of the company partners, whose name I forgot, it was not told to me whether he died or not, everyone was happy, we couldn't see him, he was one of my favorite characters!! Also, psychopath Mo Yuanzhi did it again. I hope the second season comes soon because it's so hard to wait!!

16 episodes is nothing, my friend, I think you should take your time and start as soon as possible and this is my first review, I don't know what I said, just watch😌

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1 crime case and 5 time loops to save the day! Bai Jing Ting is the star of the show!

This drama is about the male lead, a policeman, who has the ability to time loop 5 times on random days (where the 5th day stays real). The plot begins at episode 2, as he takes on a new murder case. Two of the three CEO’s of the biotech company MOMA have seemingly died by accident. As the male lead starts to investigate, he suspects that the murderer has the same time loop ability as him. The drama follows only this crime case, with each episode focusing on a wide range of characters, all connected to the MOMA company.

POSITIVE:
- Bai Jing Ting was the true star of the show as he totally stole the spotlight. I loved him and his character was a perfect blend of Neo (The Matrix), James Bond, John Wick with a dash of goofball vibes.
- Banging first episode. Truly the best episode was the first, as I felt like I was watching an american blockbuster movie. The script and action scenes were absolute cinema.
- Time loop explained perfectly. I honestly doubted we would be given a real and concrete explanation of how the male lead has the time loop powers but I was pleasantly surprised how well the drama explained the concept and the reason behind it.
- Undercover vibes. I truly loved that the male lead went undercover and was put right at the centre of action, instead of just going to places and chasing clues.
- Lots of suspects. The drama did a great job at making every single character look like the murderer.
- Police team. The highlight for me was the scenes between the male lead and his dedicated team. Sadly, we didn’t get as many scenes as I would have liked.
- Slight romance. As a romance girlier, I was pleasantly surprised by this. However at the same time, I definitely would not watch this for the romance and, I can’t believe I’m saying this, but I would have liked to see more bromance instead (especially between the male lead and his boss).
- Bits of comedy. There weren’t that many but what we got was hella funny.
- Ending wrapped up well (if we ignore the very last scene).

NEGATIVE:
- Draggy parts. The middle of the drama (ep 7-10) felt too drawn out as we would get about 5 min of actual information and the rest was just character stuff. Maybe because I knew the time loops were not permanent, everything else felt a bit “whatever”. Perhaps if the drama was shorter, maybe 12 episodes, it would have been much better to tighten up the story.
- Chess pieces given out too soon. Although the drama did well by dripping in information about the case in every episode, by the time something big was revealed, I already knew because of all the given clues. Yes, you could say the drama did well providing the clues but at the same time I kept missing that “WOW what a plot twist” factor. When eventually some of the reveals happened, I just nodded “yep, makes sense”.
- Boring female lead. I get that she is a scientist but still, for such an important character with a lot of screen time, I would have liked to see a more charismatic character.
- The last scene of the drama (if you know, you know). It just made the drama feel unfinished… unless there is season 2 which I doubt.

OVERALL:
I feel the drama has a good plot, script and production but the execution wasn’t perfect. I think most people like me expected to see multiple cases instead of one, which made the drama feel too drawn out. Although the suspense was quite good at times, I was never at the edge of my seat while watching. Mobius had the potential, and it’s actually not a bad time loop drama but it simply cannot beat Reset, which for me is a true masterpiece. Still, as Mobius is not my typical watch, I actually quite enjoyed it and still recommend it.

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truly one of the hidden gems ....

this drama is so great with an interesting premise , the whole loop day idea is great and the fact that they made it 16 episodes fits the story so well, longer than 16 and i would have dragged .

mo yuanzhi (the steve jobs wannabe ) his style during the whole series reminded me of steve jobs , his revenge was justified but at the end he lost his purpose i don't it was about curing wanqing and more , it is like he became obsessed and greedy to takeover moma , he even resorted to very violent methods by killing all of those people which was not justified at all .

An Lan saved us from a sad ending

ding qi was spectacular bai jing ting really did a great job , loved all CIB team members they treat each other like family

wished for more than just 2 cases , didn't like the explanation for how he got his special ability , many questions were left unanswered (how by taking the drug was he able to basically manipulate time on some level , really didn't get it ) and why didn't they explain how some people retain some fragments of their memory from the loop day ?

overall great really deserves your time .

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Mobius — A Drama That Keeps You Guessing

I just finished watching it, and here I am writing another review of a drama starring BJT. Mobius follows the story of a policeman named Ding Qi, played by Bai Jing Ting, who occasionally ends up stuck in a time loop. On random days, he relives the same 24 hours over and over. As the loops continue, strange events and hidden connections start to unfold around him, revealing unexpected twists.

I watched The First Frost starring BJT and ZRN, and I was captivated by BJT's acting and then I watched Reset too. Honestly, it made me realise I didn’t know such a versatile Chinese actor existed—he’s good-looking, sings, plays piano and is funny as well! Since the day I saw Mobius page on MDL, I was looking forward to watching it, since sci-fi and thrillers are my jam. Now that I completed Mobius too, here's what I think:

The series starts off really strong—the way they introduce the characters and the time loop concept is intriguing. By episode 10, I was still a bit confused about who the main antagonist was and who was who, which made me eager to keep watching. The story is pretty good overall. At times, it felt a bit dragged out, but in hindsight, those parts felt essential.

The cinematography is solid, BJT was very charismatic as Ding Qi and Janice Man as An Lan played her role well, although didn't have much time to shine, acting wise, everyone did a great job. I love the whole CSI officers, they were so cool to watch and their teamwork shines! Although the romance is subtle, I could feel the chemistry between the leads, though it might not work for everyone. The opening OST, it really sets the mood. Overall, Mobius reached my expectations, BJT never disappoints. Although the ending might feel a bit messy and illogical at some parts, it's still worth a watch, especially if you like thrillers and time loops!!

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A Masterpiece Worth Every Second!

Having watched over 1,432 episodes across 52 dramas (yes, I love MDL's stats 😄), I can honestly say I’ve never seen anything quite like Mobius.

The story is intellectually gripping, elevated by sharp, well-placed humor—those rare witty comments (just a few in the whole drama, but each one gold!) made the tension even more engaging. The pacing is tight, the casting is flawless—Bai Jingting was born for this role—and surprisingly, the soundtrack completely stole my heart. I was literally counting down the hours between episodes.

A true modern masterpiece. Highly, highly recommended… and yes, I’ll definitely be rewatching soon! ;)
Total rate: 11/10 :D

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A PERFECT THRILLER AFTER A LONG TIMEEE!!!

I did not have any expectations when I first started the drama. I was completely unaware of its storyline, plot and hadn't even watched the trailer. I just jumped write into the drama, going from the face value. And I was captivated by the action sequences and the acting, in just 10 minutes of the first episode. I couldn't stop myself from watching the drama. I completed all the 16 episodes in just 2 days and I am very proud to say that it was my best drama choice so far!

It doesn't have that overpowering love angle but yeah, love plays a latent powerful role in the whole plot. The thriller, the mystery, the chills, the tension and the deception, all are the key elements of the drama. It should really be made into a Netflix series. It is so well-written and directed, I got so emotionally attached with our 'cops' team and guys, spoiler alert it is not a sad ending though it does demand season 2!!

So there is a murder mystery that's being chased and also prevention of a foretold murder as announced by the 'squid.' Is squid the mastermind behind all the murders? Who is 'squid'? In every episode, the number of suspects increases. Many a time, I think that at this point anyone can be the 'squid' (the murderer). Every character is so intelligently written and ahs a subtle backstory, that adds spark to their deeds and behavior. It is difficult to fully decode anyone's personality or their motives. We can't exclude anyone from the suspect list. Dang qi (the protagonist cop) is a time loop perceiver i.e. he retains the memories of loop days (certain days repeat 5 times and the 5th time is the final outcome). He is so strategic, flexible, has got out of the world fighting skills and brain. Every moment of the loop day is carefully and meticulously planned. There is so much that goes beyond the normal eyes and every move has a deeper motive. The whole scene of Moma biotech, genetic experiment, technology, early trials and revenge, really adds a unique unprecedented angle to the drama. The storyline is amazing, how everything unfolds one after another just at the right time, there is nothing that you can guess beforehand, and so many intelligent moves are written.

Episode 13 was my favorite. I will not give the spoiler alert but it is the best episode of the whole drama. The 'wow' moment for me. No unnecessary subplots, no messy storyline, clear character roles and execution, really makes it one of the best thriller dramas of all time. "Corals and trees can map the age/ time of the world. But since last few years, the rings has increased from 365 to more than 400. The time and space are changing." This line sums up the base of the whole drama.

Everything starts falling in place once you reach the end of drama. The bigger picture starts revealing itself and it is majestic and unbelievable at the same time. The drama will really make your adrenaline go crazy, you holding your breath and your eyes always focused on your screen. How one simple research (a genetic one) can lead to such drastic changes, it is just an example to what our future world holds. The scientists, entrepreneurs, investors, heirs and the police all navigate through these changes in a tangled yet deadly way. In whose hands will the power rest? Can we trust the person? Is life for a life worth it for that person? Can we change our destiny? WITNESS THE MOBIUS.....the traps, the breakthroughs, the search and the ultimate chase!

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If You Have Five Chances Back to the Start, What Would You Do?

Finally, after a long bustling day, exams are over and I’m really happy to say that I’d be active in MDL again, especially on the review section (as I’m too lazy to reply comments nowadays). So, back in mid-September, I did complete ‘Mobius’ in several days of binging, to the point of abandoning ‘Shadow Love’ halfway. Last year, I’d read the original source and was pretty intrigued with the plot, especially the time loop stuffs (reminds me a lot of ‘Reset’) – sci-fi has never been my thing but I do love it very much and this show is no exception. Wanna know how the story goes? Scroll down below…

‘Mobius’ follows the story of a police officer named Ding Qi, who is a time loop perceiver – a person who can feel the loop of certain days and each day generates about five loops (which means you need to repeat the same action for five times straight unless you want to change the future) and the fifth loop will be the final result of previous loops. Ding Qi experienced this loop for the first time in his college years and he continues to utilize this power until his adulthood, becoming a successful and wealthy broker. However, he soon gets bored of it and wants to have a transition in his career, thus deciding to become a police officer instead in the hope of saving more people rather than doing nothing.

One day, his captain gets a new mission to protect the CEO of Moma Group, Mo Yuanzhi (he claims to have been threatened by someone who uses squid as the background picture) after a string of higher-up murders involving Han Song and Tang Shaorong. Without any hesitation, Ding Qi signs up for this case and becomes the big boss of the team. In Moma Group, he also reunites with his girlfriend, An Lan. As Ding Qi learns more about Moma Group and Mo Yuanzhi’s daily life, he begins to develop suspicion on him and uncover a shocking plot twist behind. Can they solve the puzzle created by the mastermind behind this case or will they fall into the same trap over and over again?

Alright, I must say that I TOTALLY fall in love with the script. It is so tightly-woven into 16 episodes that not even a single second is wasted for unnecessary scenes and everything happens in a rather fast pace instead of the usual sluggish one. Also, each character has their own unique motive and emotional depth, which make them more nuanced and distinctive from one another. The show also explores heavy theme such as trust, betrayal, self-growth, love, and many more. To be honest, I connect with this show easier as I also have similar struggles in my real life and hope that this show can serve as a cautionary tale for me. By the way, I also want to talk about the villains here (SPOILER ALERT!!!), which are none other than Mo Yuanzhi and his teacher Jiang Yuwen. If I must say, they have the most complex teacher-student dynamic I’ve ever witnessed. At first, Jiang Yuwen was outwardly dismissive of Mo Yuanzhi until he finally proved his teacher that he could make it. However, as time went by, Mo Yuanzhi grew into a self-absorbed know-it-all and also fell in love with one of the test subjects, Feng Wanqing, much to his teacher’s dismay. Aside from that, Mo Yuanzhi transformed into a different kind of person and was pretty obsessive in his quest of curing Wanqing, despite her pleas. Due to his disregard of Wanqing’s life, Jiang Yuwen had a huge dispute with Mo Yuanzhi, who resolved to kill him. But the murder attempt was failed because it was a time loop day. Big whoop, right? In the end, not only did he fail to kill Jiang Yuwen, but Mo Yuanzhi also lost most of the data needed to experiencing on the vaccine. So, what I want to tell you guys is that even the smallest dispute between a teacher and his student can put other lives in danger. The conflict may only involve the two of them, but what they don’t realize is the vortex that pulls other people related to them into this chaos. Even if you want to create a big rift, at least please don’t let innocent people get harmed. Another thing I want to point out is that neither of them are nice people with just intention of saving the greater good, definitely not. As the saying goes, your heart thinks differently with what you say. I won’t be spoiling further, so have a look on your own.

Now, to the acting. I’m absolutely in love with Bai Jingting’s new role and he’s awfully versatile, transforming from a green-flag boyfriend in ‘The First Frost’ to a justice-driven police in here (I’m not watching the former because I have a bad impression on rom-com, a matter of personal taste). He nails Ding Qi’s character so well that I don’t have anything to describe it anymore. As his co-star, Janice Man doesn’t disappoint too. Their romance may not be the best, but it’s still sizzling enough for the label ‘slight romance’. And… kudos to all the casts and crew for bringing out such a fleshed and refreshing story amidst a bunch of wacky plots.

OSTs, setting (in Hong Kong), action scenes, costumes are done superbly and I hope I can get to see the second season of ‘Mobius’ in the future (there is volume two with an entirely different case).

Lastly, if you’re a hard-core fan of sci-fi and thriller genre, this show might be for you. I swear you’re going to very addicted like me, no doubt about that. So, time to end this review, goodbye and good luck!!!

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Best Thriller, Mystery Cdrama of 2025

The word “masterpiece” is gradually turning into a cheap word. Whenever people like some content or their fav actors content, they quickly label it as a masterpiece.

Anyway, the content I’m going to talk about today—whether it’s a masterpiece or not, I can’t say for sure. But what I can say is that it’s really good, unique, and highly enjoyable. It manages to grab your attention within the first few minutes of the first episode and keeps you hooked until the very end.

I’m talking about a new 16-episode Chinese drama called “Mobius.” It’s a sci-fi, mystery-thriller drama with a great mix of action and comedy.

I really liked this drama. The first episode was so good that I rewatched it before moving on to the second. It felt like a “budget-burning” episode. I loved every single action scene, so much so that I ended up watching each of them twice.

The camera work, color grading, and background music were all impressive. But the strongest aspect of this drama is its story layering. I really enjoyed how the background stories were presented so effectively within a short time.

And the best part—it’s not one of those messy time-loop stories. Every single question of the audience gets answered, and that too at the perfect time, in my opinion. While enjoying the show, viewers will also feel eager to know how everything will unfold. Questions will keep piling up in the mind, but eventually, all the dots will connect seamlessly.

Bai Jingting played yet another police officer role here—making it his fourth one. Each role had its own unique vibe, and he nailed them every time. As always, his acting was excellent here as well. In fact, I think every actor and actress in this drama delivered their roles really well.

This drama is an irresistible combo of action, comedy, mystery, suspense, thriller, and sci-fi. With fewer episodes and shorter duration, it feels like the best deal. You know the saying—“worth every penny”? For me, this drama truly felt like a worth every penny kind of series.

To conclude, if you enjoy this type of content, you should definitely give it a try. And if you like it, you can also watch another drama of the same genre and same actor called “Reset” (15 episodes).

Chinese Drama: Mobius
Episodes: 16 (40 min. each)

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Mobius Proves Even Repetition Can Feel Fresh

I’ve always had a soft spot for time-travel dramas, and Mobius didn’t disappoint. Qi, our detective lead, has the strange ability to relive certain days up to five times. Each loop gives him the chance to make new choices, though at first he has no idea why this is happening.

Things fall into place when he takes on a mission to protect the CEO of Moma Biotech, a company secretly developing a RAN drug said to cure terminal illnesses like cancer. Honestly, I think Qi agreed to this mission mainly because of his long-standing connection to Dr. An Lan. Years ago, her mother was in a car accident that Qi felt partly responsible for, and his visits to check in on them eventually blossomed into mutual feelings. Their chemistry here was subtle, but very endearing.

The deeper Qi digs into the case, the more we see how his looping power connects to the mystery surrounding the RAN drug and the murders of two company executives. By the finale, the mastermind is revealed, tying the threads together in a way that felt both thrilling and eerie.

Sure, the repetition might test some viewers’ patience, but that’s the nature of a loop drama...it has to circle back. What made it work for me was how the show balanced its sci-fi premise with lighthearted comedy (Qi was hilarious), strong squad camaraderie within the police team, and just the right touch of romance between Qi and An Lan.

As for the ending? Mixed feelings. It hinted at a possible season two, though personally, I don’t think it needs one. I’m content imagining that the “Squid Guy” collapsed and never made it out alive.

All in all, Mobius gave me an intriguing storyline, sharp execution, and characters I genuinely enjoyed spending time with. Loop after loop, it kept me invested.

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A good drama overall, though it had plenty of potential to be even better.

Another solid C-drama of the year.
Mobius made an impression with its intriguing start. Unlike the usual time-loop narratives, this one stretched the cycle across five days—each serving as the stage for a different chain of events.

This choice proved to be a strong differentiator, allowing for a story filled with shifting outcomes, multiple character arcs, and constant reconfigurations of the ending within the 24-hour framework.

The drama kept viewers in suspense, questioning the villains, the enigmatic Master Villain, his elaborate schemes, and how Ding Qi would manage to outwit the traps before the loop closed on the fifth day.

Bai Jingting delivered a standout performance as Ding Qi. Intelligent, versatile, and determined, his character anchored the story with depth and credibility. Casting him in this role was undoubtedly one of the production’s best decisions.

By contrast, Janice Man’s portrayal of An Lan fell short. Her soft-spoken, passive character contributed little to the narrative. The romance angle between her and Ding Qi felt unnecessary and diluted the momentum—her role as a doctor/researcher would have sufficed without the forced emotional entanglement. Ultimately, her presence added little substance to the drama’s development.

Mo Yuanzhi, however, emerged as one of the most compelling figures. Ambiguous and layered, he came across less as a deranged scientist and more as a socially maladjusted human being, which made him far more interesting. His dynamic with Jiang Yu Wen—who fully embodied the reckless, unhinged scientist archetype—provided sharp contrast and added weight to the storyline. I genuinely hoped for a different ending for Mo Yuanzhi.

While some viewers are holding out hope for a second season, I remain skeptical. Many other C-dramas with stronger setups never received continuations, and I see little chance of this one being different. In my view, it’s better to accept the unresolved gaps in the final episodes rather than wait for an unlikely sequel.

In conclusion, Mobius excelled in concept and execution for much of its run, but the ending fell short of its potential. A good drama overall, yet it had all the ingredients to be truly great.

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