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He Should Have Shone Brightly

他本该光芒万丈 ‧ Drama ‧ 2025
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AeonFlux71
3 people found this review helpful
Aug 22, 2025
69 of 69 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 7.0
Story 8.0
Acting/Cast 7.0
Music 8.0
Rewatch Value 1.0

What a shame, it could have been so good!

This drama had a great story, the acting of most actors was ok, but why did they make it in 2 minute episodes. That is just so anoying, and because of that there are so much scenes that are cut off. I watched it as a whole movie, but still i saw a lot of the episode changes and the cut of scenes were even more clearly that way.

The visuals and music were beautifull.
It looked like they used voice overs for the actors and it was badly done.

If you have nothing else to watch you can watch this, because the story is great. Otherwise i would recommend watching other series.

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Kimmy Alexandra
2 people found this review helpful
Sep 28, 2025
69 of 69 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 7.5
Story 8.0
Acting/Cast 7.0
Music 7.0
Rewatch Value 9.5
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Good story line, hope a good end

I crying so much after watched this. Get hook because their brother bond but don't like for the ending🤧

The music is okay, and I laugh that ost goblin kdrama included in this minidrama too

Unfortunately this is very short drama, because it's seem like the story is not really great executed and jump one with othe, so I need to thinking a little bit about the plot.
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Bijou
1 people found this review helpful
Feb 3, 2026
69 of 69 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 5.5
Story 5.0
Acting/Cast 7.0
Music 5.0
Rewatch Value 4.5
This review may contain spoilers

Double ML who have more chemistry with each other than with the FL

I watched this for Zhao Zhendong but surprisingly he had more chemistry with Wang Xuan more than Cui Shiyi.

Cui Shiyi was another good kisser in duanju but she lack of showing the vulnerable emotion from unrequited love. She may good on strong FL but her weakest moment still feel artificial.

Zhao Zhendong's portrayal of Older Brother is heartbreaking, showcasing a vast range of acting talent. He perfectly captures the character's restraint, timidity, ruthlessness, wit, and deep affection.

Wang Xuan's scenes are also explosive, portraying a complex mix of misunderstanding and love-hate relationship. The female lead's character is also well-developed; though she suffers from unrequited love, she gives genuine affection.

I quite like the brothers moment and the brothers deliver powerful performances. The entire drama is emotionally charged, full of tension, and highly immersive. Although the overall plot isn't perfect, the character portrayals especially the brothers and amazing, making it worth to watch for fans of actors.

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