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Bracing myself for a sad ending in episode 12. I don't see how the two main characters can make their love story work with so many obstacles. Even if they are together, they won't be able to forgive each other or love fully. Their love is so tainted. It's tragic that what started out as pure love could go so wrong. But I really hope I'm wrong about the ending and that somehow they'll surprise us with a happy one eventhough I cannot see this happening.Was this review helpful to you?
Kill Me Now!
Where to start. Thank you BL Gods and Gagaoolala for getting this one thru!Production value is good. Great to see both MLs taking on leading roles, I’ve enjoyed their other series. The script is a bit basic so far. Acting a little clunky. It’s only 12 episodes so not expecting a complicated story line.
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Amazing
always at the edge of my seat when watching this series. I have never watched a series I wanted to comment on ..let alone recommend..
casting..on point
script.. have not read the novel .however the story never slows ..keeps one interested in what is to follow
acting.. strong solid performances by all..intriguing and changes very believable.
the emotions from the characters to the script dazzled me..
I have not seen all of the episodes. I am on ep 9. ..but I am sold ..this series leaves one excited for the next episode
It clings to you with all the different emotions required for these actors to. handle..I love it
thank you ...such a masterpiece
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A Bold Gamble
Hmmm… This is one of those dramas that is tricky to review.It feels designed for a very niche audience within the rainbow community who would truly appreciate this genre. For a Chinese production, that is a bold gamble. Given the subject matter, the drama is highly unlikely to be broadcast or streamed openly in China . That is a massive domestic market lost at the starting line. Unless you have a VPN, good luck finding it. Well on this matter, I cannot find it streamed anywhere outside of China, except on YouTube.
I cannot help but wonder if the actors knew from day one that this was a BL drama. If they did, hats off for their courage—because the career risks are real. If they did not, well… surprise. Either way, they could face their future projects being blocked in China. Hopefully, they were paid handsomely for taking the plunge, though I doubt anyone is retiring early off this.
On the bright side, the drama does have some strong points. The male lead is exceptionally handsome and delivers a solid performance—his talent deserves much bigger stages. The ending theme song is melodic and the costumes are visually stunning (as Chinese costume dramas rarely fail in this department). The sets look authentic, and the cinematography is commendable.
But now for the less flattering parts.
Firstly, while I am not homophobic, the extended same-gender kisses and sugary displays of affection just did not work for me. Honestly, I would have preferred if Duan Zi-Ang had been written as a female character. That would have made the romance far more convincing in my eyes, being not in the target niche.
Secondly, the story is painfully simplistic. Who would really risk starting a war for a same-gender lover?
Thirdly, the background music was poorly balanced—rather than softening during dialogue, it often competed with their lines.
Lastly, the stiff, awkward acting from much of the supporting cast makes it all falls a little flat. Then again, I have seen Luo YunXi in a much worse drama before (not BL, simply a very poorly produced show with weak co-leads and support cast). Thankfully, he has since risen to become a well-established name, and I remain a fervent fan of his work.
Compared with The Untamed or Word of Honor, which handled BL themes with subtlety and finesse, this one is like a sledgehammer where a paintbrush would have sufficed. The production quality cannot compete either, which only makes the comparison starker.
As for its origins, this drama was produced in China, even if it was distributed in Singapore to dodge the censors. Some fan insists it is “Singaporean” because of the investment. But that is like saying Teslas made in Shanghai are American cars just because Elon Musk is American - by this logic, Trump should have taxed them twice.
If Singapore is indeed becoming the safe harbour for dramas that cannot pass Chinese censors, then please—by all means—give us 'Immortality' next. Fans have been waiting far too long for its release.
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A GEM ?
I can't contain my obsession with this incredible series! As a die-hard fan of both WuXia and BL dramas, this show has completely captured my heart. The kiss scenes? Absolute perfection—truly a feast for the eyes! And don't even get me started on the music; it's an easy 10/10. The scriptwriting is nothing short of brilliant and it feels like an art form. Honestly, I can’t get enough with just 12 episodes. I really wish they had given us at least 24 episodes, or at least a special episode to wrap things up beautifully. It’s just that good! 😔Was this review helpful to you?
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Watch it on GAGAOOLALA
You can watch this on GAGAOOLALA. I have not finished watching this but I definitely finish until the end. I am hooked.Was this review helpful to you?
Not for me
I’ve tried to watch it twice, each time failing to finish the first episode .The intro didn’t do it for me. I didn’t feel like it’s a show I wanna spend even a second watching. I considered watching it on 2x. I find the acting a bit mid for cbl.
I usually watch c dramas for the Chinese anyways, the way they delivered their lines felt underwhelming.
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La tension monte entre les amants maudits…
Aussi tragiques qu'elles puissent être, les histoires d'amants maudits sont magnifiques. Kill to Love n'épargne pas ses protagonistes en les opposant dans un tissu de mensonges et d'angoisses politiques.Si les premiers épisodes manquent d'intensité, les acteurs n'ont cessé de s'améliorer au fil du temps. Duan Zi Ang (Zhang Zhe Xu) est un assassin aux émotions fortes, tandis que Xiao Shu He (Mi Jin) est un prince qui aspire à vivre de poésie et de musique. La tension est remarquable entre eux (un regard, un rapprochement physique, un lavage de main ou encore un sous-entendu subtile). Il s'agit d'une histoire d'amour, mais qui dépasse toute rationalité. Peu importe les situations, les choix ou les conséquences, Duan Zi Ang choisit toujours Xiao Shu He. À l'inverse, Xiao Shu He est capable de faire la part des choses, donnant ainsi vie à une romance maudite.
En revanche, c'est regrettable d'avoir pris une telle direction pour Xiao Shu Qian (Cheng Zi Xin) et Huo Ying (Wang Ding). C'est une relation toxique où les statuts de l'un et de l'autre se confrontent. Pourtant, la profondeur des sentiments qu'ils partagent est indéniable. Je ne comprends pas l'investissement de tant d'efforts pour finalement abandonner en plein milieu, et de la pire des façons. J'étais déçue et frustrée.
Je ne m'attendais pas à grand-chose, notamment après Meet You at the Blossom qui était (pour moi) particulièrement mauvais dans le genre du BL historique (tant sur le scénario que le jeu d'acteur). En fin de compte, ils n'ont en commun que leur genre. L'intrigue est plus mature avec des acteurs qui jouent bien et ont des évolutions cohérentes.
Malgré son modeste budget, Kill to Love est visuellement bon grâce à de belles mises en scène, des ambiances variées et une palette de couleurs harmonieuses. Les maquillages sont bons, de même pour les perruques, si bien que l'esthétique surpasse certains grands drames. Les costumes sont simples, mais de bonne qualité. En réalité, le seul défaut, sur le plan esthétique, est les faux ongles, car mal posés et grossiers.
En bref, Kill to Love est un drame entraînant qui malmène les personnages au plus profond de leur cœur. Il construit et développe ses intrigues avec cohérence, créant ainsi une tension toujours croissante. En dépit de quelques faiblesses, il est sans aucun doute le meilleur BL historique chinois de ces dernières années.
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Resenha
Olha, eu simplesmente adorei esse drama! Dei nota 8,5, porque a história foi muito boa e me prendeu do início ao fim. Ele tem aquele tipo de trama intensa, cheia de emoções e reviravoltas que deixam a gente vidrada, querendo entender onde tudo vai dar.Mas vou ser sincera, os últimos episódios me deixaram bem confusa. Parecia que algumas coisas foram jogadas muito rápido, e eu tive que parar pra tentar entender o que realmente estava acontecendo. Não que isso tenha estragado a experiência, mas acabou me tirando um pouco do clima.
O final, apesar de não ser o meu favorito, ainda foi coerente com a proposta da história, só que eu realmente esperava algo diferente, talvez um desfecho mais fechado ou com mais emoção. Mesmo assim, a jornada toda valeu demais e foi uma experiência que eu recomendo.
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10/10 Best Wuxia BL of 2025
Kill to Love is shaping up to be a visually stunning, heart-wrenching wuxia BL (boys' love) drama with sweeping palace intrigue and martial arts grounded in emotional resonance and powerful acting.The love between Duan and Shu is written with devastating tenderness. Every glance, every hesitation, every reunion feels like it's carved out of longing. It's the kind of romance that makes you ache where love and pain live side by side.
The leads deliver performances that carry weight. You don't just watch them, you feel them. Their chemistry is raw and believable, pulling you into every confrontation, every silent yearning. The side characters, too, carry their roles with conviction, elevating the story's tension.
Visually, the drama is stunning. The costumes are lush, detailed, and perfectly tailored to the characters, making each scene feel authentic and immersive. Every robe, every hairpiece, every sword detail helps bring the world to life.
The script is tightly written, with no wasted moments across its 12 episodes. The pacing is deliberate, slow enough to let emotions breathe, but sharp enough to keep the tension alive. It balances action, politics, and romance with elegance, always returning to the central love story.
The music is haunting and memorable. Melancholic strings and vocal tracks heighten the sense of yearning and tragedy. The OST doesn't just accompany the scenes it becomes part of the story, echoing long after an episode ends.
Kill to Love is a beautifully heart-wrenching drama, a rare mix of powerful acting, breathtaking costumes, thoughtful writing, and a soundtrack that lingers. It's not just a story you watch; it's one you carry with you.
My Special Thanks To the entire cast, who poured their souls into every performance, and to the directors and production team, who shaped this story with vision and care, thank you for bringing Kill to Love to life. Your dedication gave us a drama that will stay in our hearts long after the final scene.
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mudou a trajetória da minha vida
eu acho que esse bl mudou a trajetória da minha vida e eu não sei mais o que fazer com elanão aceito uma prova de amor menor que ter vários massacres pelo mundo por mim, sinto que não sobrou nada pra betinha e só me resta o churrascamento
obrigada kill to love, china, xi jinping, mi jin, zhexu, não mais façam isso com ninguém
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