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The prisoner of beauty is a feast for the eyes and the heart!
This drama definitely deserve it's success and recognition.. I love the flow of the story how it goes from enemies to lovers. Li Yuning is so good acting in historical drama and Zuer is also a very good actress and the chemistry is just top notch. I really like the characters not only the main characters are interesting but also all the side characters specially the generals.Their enemies-to-lovers journey crackles with palpable tension - fueled by Liu Yuning's brooding intensity and scorching gaze perfectly countering Song Zu'er's luminous resilience and quiet strength. While the arranged-marriage trope feels familiar, the execution is masterful. Lavish production design immerses viewers in opulent sets and breathtaking costumes, while the nuanced script balances political intrigue with genuine emotional stakes.
A rare gem in web dramas, The drama marries grand scale with psychological intimacy, offering layered performances and themes of cyclical violence that linger long after viewing. Every frame feels deliberate, cementing its status as a standout in historical storytelling
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Super creative and modern
The cast delivers a solid performance as well that really pulls you in.The chemistry between Tan Jianci and Li Landi is perfect and the banters between them, and mutual scheming is chef's kiss. Jianci is such an amazing actor who honestly just makes every character his own, and it's not exception in this drama, where he plays Tang Qi, a cosmetics phD who is as adorable as he is strategic, but struggles with an sensory overload eye condition.
Lost You Forever fans are in for a real treat as there are multiple LYF easter eggs scattered throughout the drama. The author of LYF is also the screenwriter of Filter. What a treat!
I'm loving all the characters including the side characters (Gu Yu, Lian Yu, Su Qingli). All of them are loyal to their friends and they aren't dumb at all and actually successfully help their friends face problems realistically.
For me it’s definitely an urban fantasy with comedic moments and a deeper exploration of the filters that we all have about ourselves and others.
This drama gets you laughing until your stomach hurts, cringe due to it's ridiculous antics, think twice about it's commentary about beauty and self love and fall deeply in love with Tang Qi and Su Cheng Cheng. This drama is amazing and well worth the watch.
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Tan Jianci and Jin Shijia return as the crime fighting duo
While Forensic Art is still the focal point of most investigations, this time we dig deeper into Shen Yi’ as he empathizes or tries to better understand the psychology of the criminals.Shen Yi’s idealism is charming. Perhaps all credit goes to Tan Jianci.
The show also identifies the kinds of mental health issues that result from the lawlessness that poorly navigates the technological advances of the 21st century
“I don’t want to draw just their faces and personalities, I want to draw their hearts”
Tan Jian Ci has perfected the act of “Shen Yi”. He is brilliant especially when he’s given free rein to run through the entire gallery of emotions. He hogs the spotlight thanks to the direction of narrative and themes. I was left speechless by his bold rendition, Tan Jian Ci has really come a long way indeed!
Shen Yi: "You sacrificed other people's lives to break out of the cocoon and become a butterfly, but in the end you can only be trapped in your own cocoon. You want to trample on the lives of others and ascend to heaven to become a god, but your final end must be falling into dust."
Tan Jianci's portrayal of Shen Yi in the criminal investigation drama "Hunting Crime Picture Book" series has achieved a breakthrough character due to its complexity and Tan Jianci's immersive acting skills.
As a genius portrait artist, Shen Yi has both the sharp insight of an artist and the professional rationality of a criminal policeman.
In the play, he shows his multifaceted nature of wandering on the edge of genius and paranoia through "using madness to defeat madness".
During interrogation, his eyes are as sharp as a knife. When solving cases, he is focused on details. When facing the abyss of human nature, he reveals a sense of brokenness.
Tan Jianci deeply interprets the psychological changes of the character through detailed acting skills such as pupil trembling eyes and micro-expressions. It is simply a "microscope performance"
The show does not give up focusing on empathetic stories, the ones that will make you cry and feel aggrieved!
The cast is incredible competent and with chemistry and charisma
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Since we're not fated to be together it's better to not be indebted, not longing for each other.
"Lost You Forever" season 2 has been praised for its strong performances, particularly Tan Jian Ci's portrayal of Xiang Liu.Lost You Forver’s season two, is best watched as a companion to the novel. On its own it’s more like a 23 episode epilogue to the meaty, juicy season 1.
There were a lot of well acted, emotional scenes towards the end. The cast did a great job. However, I’m still salty with how Xiao Yao and Xiang Liu ended.
Between the three guys, I think Xiang Liu loved her the most profoundly, and the drama actually portrayed this better than the book. So many feelings, from their first meeting to his last breath can be seen in his countenance and the look in his eyes. Xiang Liu kept pushing her away and hurting her, yet did everything he could to ensure she had someone to protect and accompany her. He lost so many heads and weakened himself so badly for her safety and happiness. Tushan Jing may have wanted to die when she was badly hurt, but it was Xiang Liu who spent over 30 years slowly bringing her back at the cost of parts of himself.
I cannot deny how great Zhang Wan Yi’s acting is. Same thing for Tan Jian Ci. It’s always a treat to have these very handsome men with actual acting abilities on screen! Yang Zi’s acting remains consistent , Deng Wei…still needs to step up. The set design, costumes and hairstyles are still top notch
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This series redefines "binge-worthy."
This production has impressed me for the quality of direction, photography, set design, costumes, historical and cultural accuracy (many museums and cultural institutions in China already came out with articles and comments about the artistic and cultural accuracy and value in Legend of Zanghai), and of course because of the cast, as numerous as it is highly professional.Not just Xiao Zhan as the ML that gives his great performance all over but other roles have their times to shine as well. The costumes, props, buildings, sceneries, background musics - we can feel the high quality of this drama, on par with some big budgeted movies.
The plot is superb and delivered exquisitely. Already in episode one you feel for the main character and you will also want to take part in the revenge. The series follows the journey of Zang Hai (played brilliantly by Xiao Zhan), a noble yet wronged military commander whose family is destroyed by corruption within the empire. Xiao Zhan delivers his career-defining role, with micro-expressions through a glance, facial expressions or even vocal control, making every strategy session electrifying.
There are no absolute heroes or villains here-only individuals trapped in the tides of history, each carrying the weight of legacy, betrayal, and redemption.
The female character truly shine as well-they carry secrets, possess martial skills, intelligence, and beauty.
A must watch for anyone who values storytelling at its finest.
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Remarkable cdrama that stands as a shining example of character-driven storytelling at its finest.
I always love the novel and I am so glad that the drama delivers the chapters in the novel with justice.One of the standout features of the drama is its impeccable production quality and breathtaking visual effects. The attention to detail in the settings, costumes, props, and cinematography has earned praise from critics and viewers alike. Notably, the drama's use of original voices and minimal CGI adds to its authenticity and realism. Behind-the-scenes insights into the construction of the captivating town, the main backdrop for the story, have only deepened the audience's appreciation for the drama's craftsmanship.
As the story unfolds, viewers are drawn into a captivating world of mystery, love, and heartache.
In this show we follow the lives and troubles of four main characters: Princess Xiao Yao and the three men who love her: her cousin prince Xyian (who she sees and loves like a brother), Tushan Jing (who she has saved and fallen in love with), and Xiang Liu, the poisonous nine-headed snake (who Xiao Yao is attracted to but refuses to accept it).
This emotionally charged and intricately woven narrative pulls you into a world of passion, sacrifice, and complex relationships that will linger with you long after you stopped watching.
What truly sets Lost You Forever apart is its unapologetic willingness to delve into the complexities of human emotions. Our main leads choices are never simple, and the drama doesn't shy away from depicting the consequences of their actions and sometimes you will hate them for that.
The acting is the best I have seen in a long time from Yang Zi as the main female character, to Zhang Wan Yi, Deng Wei, and (my favorite) Tan Jian Ci, the nine-headed snake.
Yang Zi impression of her character makes her awesome. Each chapter or episode has a unique detailed from the book. Fascinating, excited, great panomaric scenes. I watched so many dramas but I really consider this one as a masterpiece.
Something that constantly struck me throughout the drama was when she was a male, there was perfect amount of feminine characters and perfect amount of masculine characteristics when she was a female. It is exactly what saved Ye Shi Qi, made Xiang Liu trust her and fall in love, made Fenglong admire her and made her someone that Xuan can depend on.
Tushan Jing/Deng Wei was the only compatible and safe option for her, I accept that, even though I didn't want them to be together. I didn't feel chemistry in their relationship and Jing was apathetic, I don't know how to say it seems like something was missing. He is the male character that treats her the nicest, and that can give her the peaceful life that she wants, but I still find him boring: he has no motivations for anything he does other than be with her and help her.
Tan Jian Ci playing Xiang Liu/FangFeng Bei, was the perfect cast for the tortured soul yet filled with love and compassion Snake demon. There were so many scenes where not a word was needed for this actor to be able to make us feel the pain and love of his character through the screen. Our beloved Xiang Liu, enigmatic and cold, but completely in love with Xiaoyou, loved her deeply, protected and saved her, the hard thing is that she didn't know about his love for her, he remained faithful to his principles until the end, it was difficult to follow his cruel and tragic destiny that he himself chose. I would also like it if he was Xiaoyou's choice. The last episode to me is really about him, and reminding us again, how deeply he loves her. He is the only one who loved her, not asking for anything in return. He always protected her, often at great cost to himself.
Tan Jian Ci did such a great job portraying the conflicted Xiang Liu that clearly cares for Xiao Yao but has his own values that he cannot abandon. Part of me thinks he was too stubborn in holding his values to the Chi Chen army.
Regarding the performances, Zhang Wan Yi /Cang Xuan - simply shone here, scenes of him drunkenly confessing his love to her are heartbreaking, you feel his pain, in the Karma tea illusion scene it is a very strong scene and what a performance!!!
I pitied him, whenever he appeared on screen, he brought a sense of melancholy with him: even in the few scenes where he was happy, I felt an underlying sadness for everything he went through, and likely will go through, that made his happiness unreal, short-lived; someone not destined to be happy.
He wants to be with Xiao Yao, wants to protect her, but to do this his sole focus is on his political ambitions, and thus ends up drifting more and more away from her in the process.
The childhood characters, young actor and actress portrayed a really excellent work. I already wanted to cry after their childhood scenes, how they only had each other to rely on. I could really see the feelings on the young actor and actress faces.
Lost You Forever is not just a drama, it's an emotional rollercoaster of redemption, love, and fate. The gripping storyline combined with outstanding performances makes it a must-watch for any drama enthusiast.
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