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I'm not saying it won't be Long Ballad for sure, but this drama has 49 episodes and the TV limit is 40. But they can always do what they did with Douluo Dalu, which is to change the length of the episodes and adjust them so that everything fits.
Today CCTV was promoting TOoL again. In connection with 520, CCTV gave some examples, quotes on how to confess your love to someone, and the proposal was made to say, "Please advise me for the rest of my life," which is the literal title TOOL in Chinese.
Ok, I'm not saying it will definitely be TOoL. Until I see this drama on CCTV or an official announcement, I'll be skeptical. I just know that CCTV wants TOoL very much, so it is strongly about it. However, will they really manage to communicate with Hunan, we will only find out about it in the evening, Beijing time.

Sorry, I don't remember the title. Here is a link that Busanopathe put on.
https://twitter.com/cwhisper3/status/1394316073634131975?s=21
I know it from YT, but I won't find these reports. It is a contemporary drama about the life of ordinary people.

You see, the case is very complicated. There are too many factors at stake.
In China, there is a professional black, i.e. people who professionally destroy someone's reputation online. If you were with XZ in March 2020, you know how cruel and scary they can be. It is not true that if XZ had spoken earlier, things would have been better. He just, like any victim of violence, blamed himself. It's cruel, but it's the truth. If XZ said anything, he would be jerked even more. Anyone who spoke in defense of XZ, whether a public figure or his fans, was destroyed.
Now there was a similar threat. But fans know that screaming causes war. They decided to remain silent and leave the matter to the appropriate authorities. I don't know about other countries, but there is such a thing as a silence march - a silent sign of protest. We do not make a fuss, but show our objection in silence. Usually such marches are organized against violence. Quarrel, screaming is also a form of aggression, so we keep silent in order not to hurt others.
On the one hand, it is the fear of a repeat of last year's events, on the other hand, it is showing confidence in XZ and the relevant institutions. XZ has good lawyers and even CCTV asked viewers whether an employee should agree to unfair treatment by the employer?
And now the worst point XZ has been keeping silent on - breach of contract. The contract stipulates that the party cannot disclose the terms of the contract under the threat of paying a heavy penalty. So XZ cannot say that he was cheated because it would be a breach of the contract, but he also does not want to agree to unfair treatment. All he can do is remain silent and either swallow the situation or seek the support of lawyers. Unfortunately, I know this state because I am in a similar situation.
I'm sure at least three parties are currently talking: the producers of AT, XZ (including his lawyers), and CCTV, as those who commissioned the drama. This is not done in public, but on the sidelines, but I'm sure everyone wants to get things done as quickly as possible.
I'm a new account, maybe I don't have credibility in your eyes, but old fans know me as janec, you can ask them about my credibility. I am a fan of XZ and have been in the c-show since July 2019, so although I'm not an expert, I know something. I probably didn't explain everything exactly, so feel free to ask if you have further doubts.

And that's right - from March 2020, XZ fans and he himself are guilty of everything. Fans of all stars do the same - only XZ fans are guilty and condemned. It's absurd to see fans of certain actors challenge us, provoke, cheat and take advantage of us, and when some Xfx tries to defend themselves, they accuse us of violence. Yes, it still goes on and the marketing accounts keep it that way, but our silent resistance where all we say is presenting our point of view, our attitude has made us have a good reputation in the eyes of passersby. Fan clubs are tearing us apart, but normal people are on our side. They know us and they know XZ, so if we show displeasure, they know something is wrong that someone has hurt us, someone has hurt XZ.
Xfx are a tremendous force. We don't have to argue, we don't have to shout. Now, all we have to do is just keep silent, take a step back to let people know that we are not accepting injustice.

XZ greeted us at midnight :)
Wo ai ni! Although he should say Wo ai nimen :)

Tod's also posted a video on YT. From what I've heard, Tod's selects the people they work with very carefully and promotes them really well. CXFX are waiting for the cover in China, but I am waiting for the global cover :)

There has been a lot of talk about it, forgive me if I add my three words. Of course we will watch this drama! XZ fans are not calling for a boycott. It's just that in China ML and FL fans usually do free drama promotion by popularizing it in the media. Fans of 2ML and 2FL and other roles are not obliged to do so. The creators of AT clearly suggested that XZ is No. 1, so his fans did all the promotion, which will now go not to their idol's account, but to another actor's account.
XZ fans don't mind XZ being 2ML and they always support him in every little role and they promote it and if AT had made it clear from the outset who is No. 1 and who is No. 2, XZ fans would be happy to support this drama. Now they feel cheated and used. Ten months ago it was exactly the same.
Let me repeat that: fans of XZ will be watching AT and promoting the role of XZ, but not promoting the whole drama. let ML fans do it.
Anyway, the matter is more complicated and a lot can still happen. I watch all the movements of CCTV with excitement.

Xiao Zhan international
https://www.tods.com/pl-en/tods-world/XiaoZhanxTods.html

"Tod's is delighted to officially announce Mr. XIAO Zhan as its brand ambassador, who will interpret the classic DNA of Tod's and forge the brand on in the future.
With his silhouette framed against the light, XIAO Zhan unleashes infinite power with his unique charm. His gentlemanship embodies the timeless and enduring Italian spirit. Tod's cooperation with XIAO Zhan shows the vitality of the brand in Italian style and the brand's focus on the young generation in China."

You asked your question two months ago, so maybe you're not interested in the answer anymore, but I explain: JoL2 hasn't started shooting yet, so the drama will not be released until 2022. XZ is not in the cast as official sources do not say whether he will play in the second season or not. In 2020, XZ went through a very difficult time and probably JoL's production is a little afraid to announce whether XZ will play or not. It is also possible that due to the delay in shooting for JoL2, it is difficult to confirm timing. If XZ is in another drama set in which he is starring, he may not have time for JoL2. We just have no idea if XZ will play YBY or not.

Do you want a rumor? Here it is. Be warned, this is really just a rumor, although I hope it turns into the truth.
CCTV will broadcast TOoL in the second or third quarter.
Yes, CCTV, not Hunan. Since yesterday it is rumored that Hunan and CCTV exchanged dramas. Fans saw a good CCTV drama on the official Hunan website and started asking how come this drama was going to be on Hunan TV. Hunan replied that he had gotten this drama in exchange for another. The title of the drama they gave to CCTV was not named, but they showed a fish and one Chinese character. Fans have read it as TOoL's endearing drama nickname, and are now excited that CCTV will air the drama starring Yang Zi and Xiao Zhan.
I wouldn't be surprised if it turned out to be true. CCTV values XZ very much lately and promotes him probably every day. The chances that TOoL will be on their air, and soon, are high. But remember this is still just a rumor.

I don't know exactly what you're asking, but it looks like Hunan and CCTV have exchanged dramas. I don't know the details, because these are just short reports on a one or two sentence basis, and in a mysterious Chinese style, but it is said that Hunan received the rights to broadcast some pretty good drama from CCTV in exchange for the fact that CCTV will be able to broadcast TOoL.
The rumor is very much liked by the people as CCTV eagerly promotes XZ, which Douluo Dalu and Jade Dynasty were hits of the first quarter. They also like and promote Yang Zi, but I don't know to what extent. Everyone knows Hunan is not going to be good for XZ as they have another pet who is XZ's rival. There has been a lot of talk before that Shanghai and CCTV want to take TOoL from Hunan. The article says that CCTV has worked.
Swapping drama is an interesting idea. I'm for it. Unfortunately, I cannot say that this is confirmed information. Hunan confirmed receiving a specific drama from CCTV, reported that CCTV received a different drama in return, but no title was given, but something like a pun that fans read about TOoL. So so far it's still not certain.

Don't worry, XZ has good lawyers. Recently, someone counted four law firms dealing with XZ cases on his behalf, each with a slightly different focus. As for contracts with Chinese show business, the matter is very complicated. I learned about it the hard way because I have contracts for three IP books and I feel like I belong to Wajijiwa. XZ's situation is to be won in court, but such cases take years, and this drama was supposed to be an anniversary tribble, so time is pressing. I recommend taking it easy as there are certain forces that want good drama and fans of XZ, so I'm sure there are some serious conversations going on behind the scenes. We just have to wait politely and deal with our own affairs :)

Yes, it's me. I was busy with my work, but I never lost sight of XZ. As things got a bit nervous lately, I took a look at MDL to see how people react and I'm glad the situation is under control :)
I myself was nervous about the development of the situation, but after two days of observing the development of the situation, I came to the conclusion that we do not need to be nervous or worried. I am looking at CCTV in particular because they are the third side of this unpleasant situation.
I dropped out of MDL because I had stopped embracing everything, but I have never stopped following XZ faithfully.

XNine were the perfect comedy element!

My favorite is Ou Si Ke. Tan Sang is played well, but he's a terribly boring character. Xiao Wu is played well, but is a horribly irritating character. For me, Ou Si Ke steals every scene in which he appears. Ou Si Ke rocks!

I really like this drama for two reasons. The first is acting. These people did their best and really did a great job, although limited by their script.
The second reason I like this drama is the relationship between the characters. I read loads of comments about ML's torturing FL, but was really glad not to get another sickly boring, absurdly sweet-romantic love story. It is true that I got two stupid teenagers who can not cope with love, but as long as I live I have not seen smart teenagers who can cope with love, so in this respect the drama is even realistic :)

You summed it up very nicely
Respect from Janec, a white bunny who said goodbye to his old account and returns with a new one.