BEST BEST BEST
This is my second time watching this drama, and it’s just as satisfying as the first. The entire cast has done an outstanding job, and there are certain scenes I find myself rewatching because they truly make my heart flutter.
Don’t get me wrong—this isn’t a groundbreaking or uniquely plotted drama. It follows the typical style and themes you'd expect from a Chinese drama. But what makes it stand out is how well everything is executed. The cast, the story, the direction—everything comes together beautifully, making it a joy to watch.
I’ve grown to admire the actors so much that seeing them in other dramas now fills me with pride—they genuinely deserve the recognition.
Please, please, please give this drama a watch. I wholeheartedly recommend it and would rate it a solid 9.5 out of 10.
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Zhou Yiran Shines, But a Draggy Plot and Overstuffed Storylines Dim the Drama’s Potential
It is really unfortunate that I have to leave a negative review for the drama Zhou Yiran starred in, especially since he is one of my favorite actors. His acting has improved so much since his first drama, and it is clear he is putting in a lot of effort. Sadly, this drama’s downfall isn’t due to his performance, but rather the story itself. I have seen numerous comments about the plot after episode 15, but I couldn’t even make it past episode 10. I really tried, but the pacing was just too slow. If it were a 21-24 episode series, maybe it would have had a better chance, but honestly, I just don’t get why there were so many secondary characters and their romantic subplots. There is a saying that when a drama has too many side stories, it loses focus on the main one and this drama is a perfect example of that.I love Yiran, but I can't really recommend this show to anyone. I feel like the 7.8 rating is generous; it’s a mixed bag—some people might enjoy it, but I am willing to bet the majority will find it frustrating. After watching over 150 dramas, I can say with confidence that around 80% of the audience will get irritated, and it might even turn them off from similar stories in the future.
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I understand that everyone has different tastes, and I know many people might enjoy this drama but personally, I found it quite boring. I usually love school-themed slice-of-life dramas, but for some reason, this one just didn’t click with me. Each episode felt unnecessarily slow, and I struggled to stay engaged or emotionally connected to the story.For context, I have really enjoyed dramas like When I Fly Towards You, Exclusive Fairytale, and Our Secret so I went into this with similar expectations. Unfortunately, this just wasn’t my cup of tea.
The actors did a decent job overall, though I didn’t see anything particularly outstanding in the performances. The storyline itself felt too drawn out, and I can't help but wonder if a shorter 24-episode format might have made it more watchable.
I honestly feel a bit disappointed after investing my time in this. I usually rely on ratings and genres when picking dramas, and I rarely drop shows with an 8.0+ rating but this one I simply couldn’t finish despite trying my best.
Again, I know this show might resonate with many viewers and that’s perfectly fine but it just wasn’t for me.
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Dropped — Just Not for Me
Dropped. So boring and painfully slow. I genuinely love HMH and started watching solely for him, but I just couldn’t push myself past episode 10 each episode felt like it lasted a lifetime. That said, the actors did a good job, and the performances weren’t the issue; the pacing just completely killed it for me.Was this review helpful to you?
Amaze Max Drama with Extraordinary Performances
The leads were extraordinary. The SML was annoying, but that is his character and he played it well. This drama is definitely a 10/10 in every aspect. The OST was amaze max, and I would definitely recommend it.SWL can and should have this drama in his resume as his USP. I have seen his growth from Find Yourself (which I did not like), then an improvement in Go Ahead. Later, I missed him as there were many other dramas and actors who were a step ahead. But this drama completely changed that. SWL as Lin Yusen was amazing, truly amaze max.
As usual, Jinmai was great, but my most favorite character was Jin Rui. I absolutely loved him and he truly felt like her younger brother.
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CAN SOMEONE HELP ME TO FINISH THIS DRAMA
WHY? WHY? WHY?**Deeply Disappointed – Hard to Sit Through**
As someone who has been eagerly waiting for Chen's next modern drama since *Lighter and Princess*, this show has been a massive letdown. I had high hopes, but just a few episodes in, I found myself struggling to continue even writing this while forcing myself to get through another minute.
I honestly can't grasp the storyline, nor can I understand what convinced Chen to take on this project. Many reviews mention great chemistry between the leads, but to me, it's far from convincing. In fact, I found the chemistry in *Binary Love* significantly more genuine and engaging.
The dialogue delivery feels unnaturally rushed like it's being played at 1.5x speed but somehow, the plot still drags painfully slow. It’s a frustrating mix that makes it difficult to stay engaged.
If you're considering watching this, I’d strongly recommend skipping it. Unfortunately, it feels like a complete waste of time.
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COOL MALE LEAD BUT IRRITATING FEMALE LEAD WITH OKAYISH STORYLINE
I have seen many chinese dramas but I have never seen a drama with such an irritating female lead. The storyline was okay and this drama could have been a hit if there was another heroine because the male lead was good with his looks and acting with an overall score of 8/10 but heroine was 0.0000000/10. She might have acted better in other series but this drama is an utter flop just because of her. As a warning PLEASE PLEASE DON'T WATCH THIS DRAMA. Also, in the recommendations I can see Intense love it is not even 0.01% close to intense love and its actors. STRICTLY UNBEARABLE AND UNWATCHABLE.Was this review helpful to you?
The performances from the entire cast are remarkable, and every actor brings their character to life in a way that feels natural and authentic—there's no overacting here, just a truly enjoyable watch. While I’m hesitant to make comparisons, I do believe if Esther Yu had been cast in this series, it might not have had the same impact. The lead actress, though not my personal favorite, truly shines in her own way. The little things she does are adorable and much more endearing than you might expect, especially when compared to Esther Yu's usual performances.
I highly recommend watching The Best Thing. It’s a delightful and heartwarming series that deserves your support. Without hesitation, I can put my hands up and recommend it to anyone looking for a great drama to enjoy!
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