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In a League of its Own
There are so many wonderful and beautiful moments in this drama. One of the most effective lines for me began in EP 2 where the female lead, played by Zhao Lusi, says, "Only by staying on the starting line will I get the chance to run." How incredible is this, especially when we see Xu Yan constantly being pulled and pushed off the starting line to make way for someone else. She just wants a chance to Shine Brilliantly.
I love how this drama doesn't dump Xu Yan's backstory all at once. We watch it woven into many scenes, the build up both impactful and memorable. We become entangled in the FL's scheming rooting for her and nervous as hell she may get discovered.
In EP 4, I cried halfway through, especially when she confronts her father's decision to keep her from taking the entrance exam. Once again, she is pushed off the starting line to make room for her sister. Her crying was gut-wrenching. Zhao Lusi doesn't just shed a few tears, she sobs, hiccups, and can barely catch her breath trying to get her point across. This was such a phenomenal performance.
Episode by episode, the flow between serious situations and humor is seamless. Both Zhao Lusi and William Chan are beautiful together. Whether they are deceiving each other (and themselves), being brutally honest, divorcing, reconciling, groveling (mostly on Mr. Shen's part), half in their cups, or madly and deeply in love, their chemistry explodes into breathtaking fireworks. They give their characters life, not just with lines, but with heartfelt emotions.
I also appreciate how problems are resolved quickly and scenes don't get stuck on filler conversations. Every moment builds upon the other. There are twists are turns, just like life. There is an element of unpredictability that keeps you guessing on what's going to happen next.
I would also give a standing ovation to the OST. Both the beginning and ending scores are perfect for this drama.
Overall, Love's Ambition is a marvelously crafted drama that will remain in a league of its on for a long time. Every episode delivers intense conflict, sharp dialogue, brilliant humor, and stellar performances, with no weak links in storytelling or execution. Congratulations to the cast, crew, and production on delivering one of the best dramas of 2025.
Note: Those who have only watched the trailers and are writing reviews for this drama based on the trailers, are doing a great disservice to the drama, the actors, the crew, and the production.
I love how this drama doesn't dump Xu Yan's backstory all at once. We watch it woven into many scenes, the build up both impactful and memorable. We become entangled in the FL's scheming rooting for her and nervous as hell she may get discovered.
In EP 4, I cried halfway through, especially when she confronts her father's decision to keep her from taking the entrance exam. Once again, she is pushed off the starting line to make room for her sister. Her crying was gut-wrenching. Zhao Lusi doesn't just shed a few tears, she sobs, hiccups, and can barely catch her breath trying to get her point across. This was such a phenomenal performance.
Episode by episode, the flow between serious situations and humor is seamless. Both Zhao Lusi and William Chan are beautiful together. Whether they are deceiving each other (and themselves), being brutally honest, divorcing, reconciling, groveling (mostly on Mr. Shen's part), half in their cups, or madly and deeply in love, their chemistry explodes into breathtaking fireworks. They give their characters life, not just with lines, but with heartfelt emotions.
I also appreciate how problems are resolved quickly and scenes don't get stuck on filler conversations. Every moment builds upon the other. There are twists are turns, just like life. There is an element of unpredictability that keeps you guessing on what's going to happen next.
I would also give a standing ovation to the OST. Both the beginning and ending scores are perfect for this drama.
Overall, Love's Ambition is a marvelously crafted drama that will remain in a league of its on for a long time. Every episode delivers intense conflict, sharp dialogue, brilliant humor, and stellar performances, with no weak links in storytelling or execution. Congratulations to the cast, crew, and production on delivering one of the best dramas of 2025.
Note: Those who have only watched the trailers and are writing reviews for this drama based on the trailers, are doing a great disservice to the drama, the actors, the crew, and the production.
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