Fated Hearts

一笑随歌 ‧ Drama ‧ 2025
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Overall 9.0
Story 10
Acting/Cast 9.0
Music 8.0
Rewatch Value 9.5
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villain arc is what carried this drama

One of the best writings I have seen so far in 2025 that has consideration for villains - it's not lame nor cliche, but plot armor may have been done too much.

Truth to be told, the villains' story is what made this drama really good. Unlike the other "they are just bad cause they are villains, they want power." Make this one an exclusion of that, cause the villains' reasons for being bad was more than the simple reason of power - it was for the sake of family. I don't see many dramas that honestly show even, as a full, of how villains became real evil, but when 'father protecting his son' arc started, I was as shocked as Sui Ge getting arrowed by Yi Xiao.

Father Zhong, "In my life, how many battles have Yao and I fought for you and your father's kingdom? I've done far more for Susha than you ever have. In my life, I have never sought fame or power. All I wanted was to live peacefully with my children and grandchildren."

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Adelynwolf
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Acting/Cast 10
Music 10
Rewatch Value 10

A must-watch Drama with strong storytelling, fast pacing and brilliant acting.

Fated Hearts is a beautifully crafted drama. The story is engaging and emotionally rich and what stands out the most are the powerful performances by the lead actors.

Li Qin is outstanding as Fu Yi Xiao, convincingly bringing to life a strong and capable female general. Whether in battle scenes or emotional moments, Li Qin’s acting feels natural and grounded, fully capturing the spirit of a woman shaped by loyalty, courage and duty.

Chen Zhe Yuan delivers an exceptional portrayal of Feng Sui Ge, perfectly embodying the First Prince, calm, intelligent and dignified on the surface, yet deeply emotional beneath his restraint. His subtle expressions, controlled body language and expressive eyes add remarkable depth to the character, making Feng Sui Ge both compelling and unforgettable.

I don’t usually focus much on romance in dramas, so I especially appreciated the heartfelt and sincere chemistry between the leads, which naturally elevates the emotional impact of the story. Combined with strong storytelling, beautiful cinematography and a fitting soundtrack, Fated Hearts proves that excellent acting and well-written characters can truly carry a drama.
It is a rewarding watch and comes highly recommended.

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Ongoing 10/38
Swivla
2 people found this review helpful
Oct 23, 2025
10 of 38 episodes seen
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Overall 6.5
Story 6.0
Acting/Cast 8.0
Music 6.5
Rewatch Value 5.0

Better than many

This review is mostly for my own personal tastes. If you are curious, you can look over the GOOD list for some highlights, but the BAD list is very much focused on what doesn't suit *my personal* tastes, rather than actually being bad.

The high level overview is that this is a really well done show, but I personally am not a big fan of intrigue/politics/power dynamics and those things are very much the center of this drama. For me, the romance is not well done and the slice of life moments are weak, which means I probably won't finish it.

THE GOOD:

The FL absolutely kills in this. If she was more centered in this drama, I would have been in love with it.

The cinematography is very strong. Many things are done very well, especially the action. And as a bonus, it seems like they were willing to be a bit artistic and add some personal style, so things are not just "standard" the way every other drama directs/edits things. Love to see productions that are innovating.

The action is very well done. Especially the FL, has got to be the most convincing action sequences I've ever seen from an FL. As well as being just dynamic and engaging choreography/camerawork. For a taste of that, you can simply watch the first 10 minutes. It is immediately intense and captivating. The rest of the show doesn't quite get that intense again, but still some cool scenes.

The costuming is gorgeous. Bold colors and elaborate detailing are all a joy to look at. Each character gets distinct and thought out color palettes in their wardrobes, just A+.

Some excellent supporting actors. Especially the doctor and the ML's right-hand man. I hope they are both being noticed, because the whole time I am thinking they should be leading actors, they are that vibrant.

THE BAD:

For me, it is just really frustrating to keep seeing the same "I'm bad and actively cruel to the FL" Beauty and the Beast tropes, especially when they are not well supported with motivations.

That dynamic is doubled down with another tired amnesia trope. So in addition to abusive behaviors we will get endless gaslighting. Just exhausting writing choices.

It is such a common plot at this point that there must be an audience that likes this, but just how long do you have to watch a show for anyone's motivations to be clear? 10eps 20eps? It is way too long that you ask me to "just sit through it" for some distant payoff, that in my experience is rarely actually that profound. Maybe this one is different, but I will probably never get far enough to find out.

Did I mention unnecessary abuse and gaslighting? Sure, well, lets add to that pile that the "strong FL" (Who the FL portrays very well) is just continuously declawed by the writing. So far she is just a victim over and over again, and even when she does have a heroic moment, she will still fail at the last moment so the ML can swoop in and take all the glory. Just very heavy-handed heteronormative writing, despite centering on "women can do anything even be a general". If you want to write a damsel story, just write a damsel? Setting up the FL as a strong and independent person and literally cutting her ability to fight and making her a "happy prisoner" is actually infuriating.

Okay that is probably enough to remind me of my general feelings, should I ever try to come back to watch more of this. There is also just a lot of weak writing and convenient writing (forced misunderstandings, characters doing things for no reason other than to cycle back to another pass of "oh he's a bad boy, but not REALLY", etc) But I don't think I need to go through all of that. Just stuff that is annoying if you aren't into the specific sub-genre.

Maybe I will be back, because the FL is really cool and I am still a bit hopeful that the doctor gets a more detailed arc. But probably not, unless I want something in the background that I can ignore 85% of.

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Adsh
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Nov 7, 2025
38 of 38 episodes seen
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Overall 9.5
Story 9.0
Acting/Cast 10
Music 10
Rewatch Value 10

A Gem of A Drama – No Clichés, No Nonsense

You can even binge-watch Fated Hearts, just like I did and I fell in love.
The characters are meticulously portrayed through awe-strucking acting and story writing. The characters are complex, ever evolving, humane, and you can understand the motives for their actions, that is something I haven't seen in many dramas.
The storyline was fantastic and it really stepped past those annoying clichés.

In short. Watch for the Characters, their growth, their motives and the NO-Nonesense Storyline.

One critic if I must say, is that the side couple/romance, including the ML's younger sister, FL's ex-fiancé, and the emperor of that empire should have not been given the amount of screen time it was given. It was quite insignificant and didn't add much to the whole storyline otherwise. But, you can definitely watch those scenes as a standalone, because it definitely once again portrays human natures, our motives, ambitions, experiences and how they shape us beautifully.
And one last critic, the drama should have had 2 more episodes, for a better, paced closure.

But, overall, it was mesmerizing, emotional and fascinating!

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sanjungy
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Nov 21, 2025
38 of 38 episodes seen
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Overall 10
Story 10
Acting/Cast 10
Music 10
Rewatch Value 10

A different kind of review...

I will be focusing on the look and feel of the set + visual concept and voice actors. I will lightly touch on plot + actors. Oh, and of course, the music.

Oh, before I start, this drama grabs you from episode 1. It might very well be the only drama I will finish for 2025. It's good.

Costume design:
The designer is the same person who has done many recent fantasy/historical dramas. You can easily recognize her handiwork in other dramas (Love Between Fairy and Devil, The Princess and the Werewolf, Coroner's Diary, Moonlight Mystique, among many others...). What I like is her attention to detail and the amazing embroidery! The colors are vibrant. Visual impact is amazing, truly a feast for the eyes.

Regarding makeup...there are times I look at Chen Zhe Yuan's eye makeup and it just screams Dylan Wang from Love Between Fairy and Devil. The eyeliner and eye shadow does something all together different to the eyes. Makeup alone makes these male leads complex, haha. Definitely not the "clean boy next door" type.

When this costume designer (Yi Xiao Ya) is involved, you know the expectations and quality of the drama are high.

Art direction:
The art director (Liu Shi Yun) works well with the costume designer. They've collaborated on a two dramas, and both are rated about 8.5. Again, visually amazing. I especially like the use of flowers in the palaces. Many times when I watch the historical dramas, there are a lot of silk screens, hanging silk fabrics, panels, but not a lot of flowers. In some of the shots, there are flowers everywhere! It really adds to the visual impact of the scenes. Again, all the dramas with this art director are well rated (8.1 or higher).

Voice actors:
While some people might look down on dubbing, in Chinese dramas, it is practically a necessity. Most filming takes place in cities that were built to be movie and drama sets. Building an entire set for one drama is not cost effective. Filming on site at historical palaces is not cost effect. Therefore, several dramas are filming literally side by side. It is a city of sets, and these sets are reused. Sometimes they're used at the same time, just in different corners.

There is way too much noise NOT to dub. Thus, actors even dub themselves, like Chen Zhe Yuan. The FL is dubbed by someone else. I heard the FL's original voice. It is a bit to high in pitch. Rest assured, she memorized and said all her lines well! That's why it could then be dubbed well. It is clear what she is saying, so then the voice actor can match her easily.

WU TAO. Wu Tao is one of my favorite voice actors. In the radio drama community, he's better known as Unlucky Death. He plays Gu Fei in Sa Ye, Yu Fan in Wait For Me After School, Gu Jiu Si in the audio drama version of Destined, and so many other characters. Wu Tao dubs for Chen He Yi (Xia Jing Shi)!!! I kept finding myself drawn toward this character, knowing he's one of the antagonists. Why? Why??? Why????? So I looked at the complete list of cast and crew and realized his voice was drawing me in. I'm a bit of a voice con, heh heh heh. Anyway, so now whenever Xia Jing Shi has lines, I find myself closing my eyes just to listen to the voice alone. Sad, cuz Chen He Yi is quite handsome, haha. But, Wu Tao's voice needs no visuals.

Here's a plug for other voice actors that I like: Wen Sen (seriously, listening to him talk is pure ASMR), Yuan Ming Zhe (and this guy has an amazing singing voice too!!!!!! *whimper*), Ling Fei (he has the most amazing deep voice! The timbre is just...sigh. Paired with a good BGM, my mind drifts into fantasy land), Ma Zheng Yang (this guy is so prolific! He has this clarity to his voice that commands attention)

Drama vs. the book:
The drama and the book are at best remotely related, lol. Okay, I'm on chapter 17 of the book and so far, other than names being the same, practically everything is different. Everything. The book feels like it's going down the route of Taming of the Shrew. There is practically nothing to like about Fu Yi Xiao for the first 17 chapters. And where's the amnesia???? It is so central to the plot of the drama but completely absent from the book, lol. I read almost 30 chapters and then dropped it. Not worth my time, would not recommend it.

Actors/characters:
Chen Zhe Yuan. Yeah, I wish I could be his godmother or something.
Chen He Yi is good looking in the drama.
Ding Jia Wen. I just want to pinch his cheeks, he's so cute!
The Princess of Susha is particularly annoying. She's actually more like Fu Yi Xiao in the book. Scary thought. Like I said, Fu Yi Xiao in the first 17 chapters of the book is super annoying. The princess, on the other hand, seems to have a better head on her shoulders.
Ling Xue Ying isn't even a doctor in the book. Lol! Her character in the drama is also much better than the book counterpart.

Music:
AMAZING!!! Lars Huang sings one of the songs (Surging Waves) and it's my new favorite song for now.

The other 3 songs are also very good and fitting. They add so much to the drama.

Okay, done!

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Dropped 5/38
Netsuke
4 people found this review helpful
Nov 8, 2025
5 of 38 episodes seen
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Overall 4.5
Story 5.0
Acting/Cast 4.0
Music 5.5
Rewatch Value 1.0

Ho Hum Less Mess Please!

I was all set to be entertained and immersed in yet another fine drama ….. but there the good ends. Such a twisted and utterly unlikable FL, I found myself disliking her intensely and as the story grew so did my dislike. She didn’t appeal to me at all, I liked neither the character nor the actress.

The ML I thought needed to grow up and thought him a bit wimpy against the FL. After five minutes into episode five, I’ve had it - that’s it! I’ve better things to watch than this ridiculous excuse for a show.

This is the worst series I’ve seen .

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Ongoing 2/38
MyLangyaList
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13 days ago
2 of 38 episodes seen
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Overall 6.0
Story 6.0
Acting/Cast 7.5
Music 7.5
Rewatch Value 5.5

Three Female Generals walk into a bar

--Review--

I sampled this drama for 2 episodes because it's Chinese Zodiac Year of the Female Generals, and I had to honor the tradition. While I won't be continuing--ancestors only deserve so much respect/disgrace--I'm happy to acknowledge there are quite a few positives about the beginning episodes.

For one, Li Qin was stellar here, slicing her way through the battlefield with an icy blade and colder glare. While CDrama will never make the FL not look pretty, and she looks great here, I'm impressed by her willingness to do the physical scenes, suffering scenes, and get some actual makeup wounds applied. While I had only really seen her in JoL, I'm not surprised that she had the demeanor and screen presence to do well in this role. But still, I was surprised by how much ass she kicked and how much assassin energy she mustered.

I'm also happy to commend Chen Zheyuan for turning in supposedly his best performance to date. He has successfully graduated from playing a heartthrob groomer of underage girls to smacking around a wounded female general, without getting emasculated in the process. Let's be clear, as this is no small feat. Li Qin is still the better warrior and out-generals him. But he did better than expected given his previous resume, and was only a few steps behind.

I was also pleasantly surprised that the cinematography was so normal, so normal that I couldn't even tell Zhu Rui Bin Laden was the director. This was the least radicalizing use of camera from him to date. Perhaps he's moved onto more profitable things like plagiarism. Perhaps looking like 65 yro post-menopausal lesbian grannie has finally mellowed him out. Or perhaps he's laying low like it's Tora Bora because viewers are ready to drone strike his ass. Whatever the reason, this show survived the CDrama Bin Laden far better than Building 7's concrete-steel structure to an office fire. And that's commendable.

It's enough to make the Highlander showdown of female generals a no contest. I don't need to watch the other 2 to know Li Qin wins this in her sleep. Put Zhou Ye and Song Yi on a team and Li Qin solos them using only her right clavicle. The next time the Year of Female Generals rolls around, there better first be a gladiator selection match, and only the winner get to play the role.

So the first 2 eps are around a 7, the whole drama is probably in the 5.5 to 6 range. It's not that bad, but with so many other dramas more aligned with my taste, I won't be continuing.

--Category Ratings--

- Overall - 7 (first 2)
- Plot - 6
- Theme / Concept / Impact - 7.5
- Acting - 7.5
- Visuals - 7.5
- Audio / Music - 7.5
- Rewatch - 5
- Cultural/Topical Accessibility - 8
- Subtitle quality - 8

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Thay
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Oct 17, 2025
38 of 38 episodes seen
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Overall 10
Story 10
Acting/Cast 10
Music 10
Rewatch Value 10
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É simplesmente impecável do começo ao fim.

Eu não tenho palavras para descrever as emoções que vivi assistindo a esse drama, eu ri, chorei, me revoltei, me emocionei… foi uma montanha-russa de sentimentos que me prendeu completamente. De coração, que drama INCRÍVEL.

O casal principal é perfeito. A forma como a relação deles evolui do ódio ao amor verdadeiro é uma das construções mais bonitas que já vi em um drama. É algo puro, intenso e totalmente envolvente. A química entre eles é surreal e te faz torcer de verdade pelo amor deles e a confiança e o respeito, sério. Eu to apaixonada!

Outro ponto incrível é a construção dos personagens e os plots. Cada episódio traz algo novo, uma reviravolta diferente, e desperta sentimentos completamente distintos. A transformação da sonsa da irmã, é um destaque à parte, ver a jornada dela até se tornar uma pessoa maravilhosa é inspirador e emocionante. (Eu chorei demais com o final do imperador, eles não tinham esse direito).

O roteiro é muito bem escrito, e o desenvolvimento de cada personagem faz a gente mudar de opinião várias vezes. Aqueles que odiávamos acabam despertando um certo carinho, e alguns que gostávamos se revelam pessoas extremamente ruins. Isso mostra como a série trabalha de forma profunda as camadas humanas, ninguém é totalmente bom ou totalmente mau. (Mas tem os que são maus até demais).

Os três últimos episódios são devastadores e lindos ao mesmo tempo. Eu chorei muito, porque tudo chega em um ponto tão intenso que mexe com a gente de verdade. A perda do imperador e o sofrimento da irmã partem o coração, mas fazem parte dessa história de amor e destino que, apesar das dores, vale cada segundo.

As músicas são maravilhosas e dão o tom perfeito a cada cena. A direção, o elenco, os figurinos, o enredo, tudo é de um capricho absurdo. E o final… surpreendente, emocionante e inesquecível. Eu to com saudades e eu acabei de finalizar, eu to encantada com o tanto que me prendeu em TODOS os eps. Simplesmente TUDO.

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Completed
Lynnea
3 people found this review helpful
Oct 17, 2025
38 of 38 episodes seen
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Overall 7.5
Story 8.0
Acting/Cast 6.5
Music 8.0
Rewatch Value 7.0
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Drama che tra pro e contro ha il suo perchè, ma penalizzato da un protagonista non performante

C-drama storico che mescola intrighi, lotte di potere, combattimenti, romance e affetti famigliari. A visione conclusa, posso solo fare una distinzione netta tra aspetti positivi e negativi.

PRO:
- Vicenda complessivamente interessante, trama non originalissima ma che può funzionare per l'importante durata prospettata (la serie conta quasi 40 episodi).
- Ben riuscito il personaggio principale femminile, dove la buona prova recitativa dell’attrice ha regalato una figura di carattere, viva ed espressiva. Unico neo, il titolo di “generale”, che non trova alcun riscontro nella vicenda, non solo nel presente ma neanche nei – pochi - ricordi del passato. E’ il terzo drama che vedo in pochi mesi che si ostina a vantare una donna generale che, nei fatti, tale non è. Validissima l’idea di un’ineguagliabile arciere… Ma mi sarei fermata a quello.
- Il rapporto tra fratelli e la loro caratterizzazione: una faida dovuta a fraintendimenti tra il protagonista e il fratellastro più giovane piuttosto che un legame indissolubile tra fratello e sorella sarebbero stati ovvii cliché. Ho quindi apprezzato la scelta di mantenere salda la fiducia del fratello minore, così come osare conferire all’adorata sorella una caratterizzazione che così fantastica non è: all’inizio sembra una giovane immatura e avventata che – al pari di una sbandata di un’adolescente del giorno d’oggi - volta le spalle alla famiglia per inseguire il grande amore della sua vita che è più frutto delle sue illusioni romantiche che della realtà. Capricciosamente egoista anche con il novello sposo (per la serie “sono disposta a fare tutto per te…Però alla fine se non mi ripaghi innamorandoti di me allora sei uno stronzo perché me lo dovevi, quindi passo a odiarti”), si dimostra ancora più discutibile nel momento in cui inizia una liaison di interesse col cognato lunatico e mentalmente instabile. Una figura antipatica, dall’inizio alla fine, ma in questo - va detto - sicuramente coerente. Ho apprezzato che agli occhi del fratello resti la sua amata sorellina ma che l’essere appunto adorata dall’eroe della vicenda non faccia necessariamente di lei una figura retta e pia, come invece accade nella maggior parte dei drama (l'indifesa sorellina di turno è quasi sempre un personaggio totalmente buono e positivo).
- La schiera dei cattivi, davvero mista e variegata: oltre a quelli palesi fin dall'inizio, se ne profilano poi degli altri, più o meno insospettabili (difficili da individuare all’inizio, ma che si riconoscono comunque con qualche episodio in anticipo). Interessante come ciascuno sia un insieme di mezzi toni e mai completamente nero: realistico perché descrive bene la natura umana, dove è più facile avere a che fare con personaggi in parte cattivi, ma non malvagi nella loro totalità e comunque ancora animati in parte da affetti talvolta sinceri.
- Il personaggio di Xia Jing Shi, davvero ma davvero complesso ed imperscrutabile. Ho fatto davvero fatica ad inquadrarlo, sono rimasta con la curiosità fin quasi alla fine perché potenzialmente oggetto di sorprendenti svolte inaspettate. Personaggio sicuramente riuscito e per nulla prevedibile, non c'è che dire.
- Belle le scene di combattimento e la relazione basata su fiducia e rispetto tra Feng Sui Ge e i suoi più fidati sottoposti.
- Acconciature, costumi e accessori ben curati (forse in alcuni casi le imperatrici madri/vedove un po’ eccessivamente truccate).
- OST non da playlist del cuore, ma sicuramente molto belle l’omonima “Fated hearts” e ancor di più “Surging waves”

CONTRO:
- Il clichè dell’amnesia, pure raddoppiato: se nel caso di lei toglie molto perché priva quasi completamente lo spettatore del suo passato, nel caso di lui è quell’intermezzo breve e per nulla necessario, se non per consentire l’inserimento delle tipiche scene di “lui che non la riconosce più” e “lui che alla fine si ricorda di lei”. Momenti in teoria molto intensi e ricchi di pathos, ma talmente abusati che – visti già un milione di volte – ormai suonano più noiosi che interessanti.
- La strage di massa di buona parte dei personaggi. Se da una parte abbiamo la coppia principale – che quanto a moralità e rettitudine mai vacilla – dall’altra la maggior parte dei personaggi paleserà dei risvolti tutt’altro che magnanimi (forse un po’ troppi…almeno un paio di figure le avrei mantenute sulla retta via, che fosse l’amico Murong Yan piuttosto che rivalutare uno dei due fratelli Xia partendo da una apparente connotazione negativa per poi far emergere un piano nascosto una nobiltà d’animo). Invece no, per tutti loro l’ago della bilancia tende verso le tinte più scure e presto o tardi si assiste alla loro dipartita. Questo crea un po’ una discrepanza tra il gruppo e la coppia principale, dove i due protagonisti in confronto risultano quasi dei santi. Avrei accorciato la distanza, permettendo loro degli errori e salvando qualche peccatore dal commettere azioni imperdonabili.
- Nel corso della vicenda, qualche cedimento a livello di coerenza e logica c’è, a volte anche su dettagli ma che saltano comunque all’occhio. Tanto per citarne un paio, Feng Sui Ge non svuota il sacco con la sorella su tutti i peccati e complotti di Xia Jing Shi, mentre paradossalmente si dispera per non riuscire a fermarla dal suo intento di scappare con il suo peggior nemico. Oppure ancora quando all’inizio gli uomini di Xia Jing Shi minacciano Fu Yi Xiao sulla nave tenendo in ostaggio un ragazzino a lei caro: il tizio se ne sta lì con la lama puntata al collo del ragazzino mentre lei continua tranquillamente a lottare – e a sconfiggere - a uno a uno tutto il resto della banda. Ma che minaccia è? Perchè lei va avanti e la lama al collo diventa un pericolo solo quando ha steso tutti gli altri? Qualcosa non funziona, a rigor di logica.
- Nella parte iniziale, il passaggio tra torture vicendevoli e l’accordo di alleanza dei due protagonisti suona un poco affrettato. Un attimo prima la fa frustare a sangue mentre lui se ne sta lì vicino a disquisire tranquillamente col suo sottoposto, il momento dopo le cura le ferite e siamo pronti per stringere il patto. Diluito sarebbe stato più credibile.
- Infine, dopo un misto di pro e di contro che – tutto sommato – potrebbero anche bilanciarsi, arriva quella che secondo me è la pecca più importante della serie, ovvero la scelta dell’attore protagonista. Consapevole che la mia opinione sarà altamente impopolare, sono al terzo drama dell’acclamato Chen Zhe Yuan…e per me è la terza delusione. Non mi aveva minimamente colpita in “Hidden love”, l’ho trovato davvero penalizzante in “The white olive tree” e anche qui in “Fated hearts” non ha funzionato. Io tutto questo talento davvero non riesco proprio a vederlo: non lo trovo minimamente espressivo (zero microespressioni e anche l’espressività di base è veramente ridotta al minimo), capace per lo più di uno sguardo fisso in un punto ma che dovrebbe esprimere tutta una gamma di emozioni che – personalmente – proprio non arrivano. Gli sguardi che dovevano essere arrabbiati se non furiosi non sembravano affatto tali. L’impressione è che l’attore non fosse davvero immerso nel ruolo, non si stesse immedesimando nel personaggio e si stesse quindi limitando a una recitazione superficiale e meccanica, per quanto accurata in termini di battute e copione. Come già detto nella recensione di “The white olive tree”, continua ad essere un bel faccino incapace di bucare lo schermo (e anche sul bel faccino si potrebbe aprire una parentesi…pur essendo innegabilmente di bell’aspetto – con lineamenti a mio avviso anche fin troppo morbidi e accentuati, indipendentemente che siano patrimonio genetico o il risultato di interventi chirurgici – manca completamente di un vero fascino, di quel tipo di bellezza – spesso unica proprio perché imperfetta – che ha però più appeal rispetto a una bellezza un po’ troppo eterea e, nel suo caso specifico, anche molto ingessata). Va da sé che, nella sintonia di coppia, lui è l’elemento debole, incapace di sostenere e alimentare il coinvolgimento che ci si aspetta nelle scene maggiormente dedicate al romance. Qualche sforzo nella seconda parte del drama, a livello espressivo, nelle scene dove da Principe della Guerra si trasforma quasi in un vitello piangente (va bene una lacrima che sfugge di tanto in tanto, ma senza esagerare). Spiace ma una stellina secca in meno nella valutazione complessiva è imputabile interamente a lui.

In conclusione, non un drama eccellente ma sicuramente nella media – lo dico comunque in senso positivo – forte di alcuni spunti intelligenti ma comunque non privo di altrettanti difetti e, soprattutto, penalizzato fortemente da un attore protagonista per nulla performante. Per i fan di Chen Zhe Yuan – che ci sono come è giusto che sia – potrebbe rivelarsi invece un drama altamente apprezzabile.

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Shinta
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Nov 20, 2025
38 of 38 episodes seen
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Overall 9.5
Story 10
Acting/Cast 10
Music 10
Rewatch Value 9.0

Enemy To Lovers con Guerreros

La verdad que bien buena. Y el romance se desarrolla bien. Son muy románticos en las escenas, y sutiles (excepto los reflectores que prenden a veces jaja). La historia es buena, con la intriga y peleas suficiente, y lo que no tengo ganas de ver (malos comploteando) lo adelanto =P y así se me hizo dinámico. Los últimos 10 episodios mientras se recuperan los protas se desarrolla una historia de otro personaje, también estilo enemy-to-lovers que la verdad me gustó ver je (la hermana del prota). Obvio, no faltaron las lágrimas con algunas muertes, después de todo, se trata de guerreros/soldados y familias reales.
El actor, Chen Zhen Yao es un muñeco 🫢 me da hasta pena decirlo 🙈💖

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Ana
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Nov 30, 2025
38 of 38 episodes seen
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Overall 10
Story 10
Acting/Cast 10
Music 10
Rewatch Value 9.0

atuação impecável

o melhor drama de época de todos, atuação de todo o elenco impecável, as roupas maravilhosas, a química do casal. eu amei do começo ao fim, sem defeitos






















































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Divineimp
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Nov 2, 2025
38 of 38 episodes seen
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Overall 10
Story 8.5
Acting/Cast 10
Music 10
Rewatch Value 10

Мне понравилось

Чем мне понравилась эта дорама:
1) так это персонажами с понятными мотивами;
2) отличной актерской игрой;
3) МГГ у которого были яйца и он не падал как балкан ниц пред папочкой, а если тот нес фигню - вежливо отправлял его нафиг и делал по своему (для китайских дорам - это редкость)
4) ЖГГ - я верила по поведению, по принятым решениям этому персонажу.
Дорама огонь - к просмотру рекомендую.

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