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Rare Xianxia Treat
This is a fantasy romance drama with gorgeous visuals,
breathtaking leads, and a rare sort of ending that satisfies.
Deng Wei absolutely steals the show as Su Yi Shui - his
ethereal beauty, combined with his ability to convey deep emotions through the smallest raises in eyebrows, pretty tears and hidden smiles, makes his performance both mesmerizing and heartbreaking. There’s a certain elegance in the way he moves, from his sword fights to the way he simply looks at the female lead, and honestly, it’s hard to take your eyes off him. The man was made for Xianxia and long, flowing robes.
His co-star, Xiang Han Zhi, is adorable as the reincarnated Xue Ran Ran. She brings an infectious charm to the role, balancing playful mischief with hints of her past life’s wisdom. While she could do with more gravitas needed for her Shifu role , she nails the cute and lively side of the character, making her a perfect contrast to Deng Wei’s brooding elegance. Their romance is sweet and true, and watching their relationship evolve, especially in eps31-34 which were corny, was both hilarious and entertaining .
And that ending—finally, a Xianxia drama that doesn’t
leave us in emotional ruins! Instead of the typically
tragic fate, we get a deeply satisfying conclusion that
actually rewards the characters (and the audience!) for
their trials and tribulations. Deng Wei’s character also
took an amusing turn for one of the cardinal sins took
centre stage. For a person who waited two lifetimes for his love to come true, we must understand his needs. The playful conversations are full of innuendos and tells us what’s been happening in his dreams. The boy disciple has definitely grown into a hot blooded man.
The mix of romance, fantasy, and action keeps things engaging, and while some CGI moments could have been better, the overall production is a visual treat.
If you love a beautifully shot drama with a stunning cast, heartfelt romance, and a lead actor who looks like he stepped out of a dream, Love of the Divine Tree is definitely one to check out.
breathtaking leads, and a rare sort of ending that satisfies.
Deng Wei absolutely steals the show as Su Yi Shui - his
ethereal beauty, combined with his ability to convey deep emotions through the smallest raises in eyebrows, pretty tears and hidden smiles, makes his performance both mesmerizing and heartbreaking. There’s a certain elegance in the way he moves, from his sword fights to the way he simply looks at the female lead, and honestly, it’s hard to take your eyes off him. The man was made for Xianxia and long, flowing robes.
His co-star, Xiang Han Zhi, is adorable as the reincarnated Xue Ran Ran. She brings an infectious charm to the role, balancing playful mischief with hints of her past life’s wisdom. While she could do with more gravitas needed for her Shifu role , she nails the cute and lively side of the character, making her a perfect contrast to Deng Wei’s brooding elegance. Their romance is sweet and true, and watching their relationship evolve, especially in eps31-34 which were corny, was both hilarious and entertaining .
And that ending—finally, a Xianxia drama that doesn’t
leave us in emotional ruins! Instead of the typically
tragic fate, we get a deeply satisfying conclusion that
actually rewards the characters (and the audience!) for
their trials and tribulations. Deng Wei’s character also
took an amusing turn for one of the cardinal sins took
centre stage. For a person who waited two lifetimes for his love to come true, we must understand his needs. The playful conversations are full of innuendos and tells us what’s been happening in his dreams. The boy disciple has definitely grown into a hot blooded man.
The mix of romance, fantasy, and action keeps things engaging, and while some CGI moments could have been better, the overall production is a visual treat.
If you love a beautifully shot drama with a stunning cast, heartfelt romance, and a lead actor who looks like he stepped out of a dream, Love of the Divine Tree is definitely one to check out.
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