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Brilliantly Written, Hilariously Funny, and Surprisingly Sweet!
I almost gave up after the first episode because the exaggerated comedy and misunderstandings aren’t my style. I’m so glad I didn’t! Not far into episode 2, I was laughing so hard I had tears running down my face. During the rest of the available episodes I laughed so much and often found my hand over my heart saying “awwww” at the sweetness.
The premise revolves around two actors, Gu Yiliang and Wei Yanzi, whose fandoms have declared them bitter rivals, even though the supposed rivalry exists almost entirely in the fans’ imaginations. When they’re cast together in a BL drama, their growing relationship becomes the foundation for an increasingly hilarious series of misunderstandings. We get to see each actors’ perspectives, fan imaginings of rivalry AND shipping, and what is really happening. So many rich layers!
What makes this show exceptional is the writing. The misunderstandings are clever, multilayered, and often interconnected, with conversations that make perfect sense to each character while meaning something entirely different to the other. It’s not the usual frustrating comedy of people simply refusing to communicate.
The performances are excellent, the chemistry is wonderful, and the show affectionately pokes fun at BL shipping culture, fan fiction, and the entertainment industry. Even the secondary couple adds another entertaining layer.
Best of all, the writers know when to slow down. Beneath the comedy are genuinely sweet moments, thoughtful characterization, and a developing relationship that’s easy to become invested in.
After watching the four available episodes, I have to say that so far this is one of the funniest, most brilliantly constructed romantic comedies I’ve watched. If the first episode feels a little too exaggerated, give it another chance. You might be as surprised as I was!
The premise revolves around two actors, Gu Yiliang and Wei Yanzi, whose fandoms have declared them bitter rivals, even though the supposed rivalry exists almost entirely in the fans’ imaginations. When they’re cast together in a BL drama, their growing relationship becomes the foundation for an increasingly hilarious series of misunderstandings. We get to see each actors’ perspectives, fan imaginings of rivalry AND shipping, and what is really happening. So many rich layers!
What makes this show exceptional is the writing. The misunderstandings are clever, multilayered, and often interconnected, with conversations that make perfect sense to each character while meaning something entirely different to the other. It’s not the usual frustrating comedy of people simply refusing to communicate.
The performances are excellent, the chemistry is wonderful, and the show affectionately pokes fun at BL shipping culture, fan fiction, and the entertainment industry. Even the secondary couple adds another entertaining layer.
Best of all, the writers know when to slow down. Beneath the comedy are genuinely sweet moments, thoughtful characterization, and a developing relationship that’s easy to become invested in.
After watching the four available episodes, I have to say that so far this is one of the funniest, most brilliantly constructed romantic comedies I’ve watched. If the first episode feels a little too exaggerated, give it another chance. You might be as surprised as I was!
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