Oh, this is simply divine 🥰. Now, I've got a question for you. How does this bts chemistry and content compare…
OK. It's all good. I was just curious because, as I said, he's only really just graduated to these roles. He's a quick learner, and looks very much at home in them. I wanted to measure him against someone who has been doing these romantic lead roles for much longer 😁.
Linghe has been a charismatic leading man for some time now, so I was interested in the comparison. I've heard he can be somewhat introverted bts. Even though he oozes charisma on-screen. Linghe has an interesting background as he was originally a STEM grad who studied electrical engineering. Similar to Chen Duling. This may explain an introverted nature. I have seen some promo content with him from TPR with Jinmai, and bts content from their new show OG. Some of it was pretty good. But, I didn't think it was LIRD level of good. But, there's a strong chance I'm biased 😉, so I wanted an unbiased opinion.
By contrast, for those of us who have been following Xingyue, it's quite noticeable he's developing quite a big personality / presence.
We will have to wait until it has aired to get a better comparison. I only wanted to compare bts to bts (apples to apples 🍎).
His lift and carry skills are truly superb. His FL is always safe in his arms. The clip where Ruohan has her hair…
Actually, that's a really good point. I've been following so many things in Cdramaland lately that I didn't even think. Usually, I click the spoiler option, which keeps the page tidy and is good etiquette (I'll edit the long responses and activate it).
Lol. I honestly think WXY has the potential to be the Clark Gable of C-ent. The Gable concept is really just an idea of a ML that can play a smaller compliment to the FL. Perform an equal 50/50 carry of a project with a FL. And, of course, take the primary role and carry a project with a male-centric focus. I would 100% watch a WXY police drama, for example. I'd even watch a project where he roams around ancient China on a horse 🐎 😆.
Tbh, C-ent doesn't need a Vivien Leigh. It feels like the ratio of quality actors is skewed in favour of female talent. It happens in different industries where the balance is out. It seems like C-ent produces (3–4) quality female talents to every (1) male talent. This actually contributes to the AiMi dilemma. Although there is an outstanding young male talent coming through by the name of Lin Ziye (Lester Lin). He was born in 2011 and has starred in MJTY and FOF. He's a real standout child actor with heaps of potential.
Perfectly understandable. Good vibes, a touch of escapism, and uplifting experiences are a good reason to watch dramas. I'm somewhat of a purest who loves the craft of filmmaking and how the individual components come together to tell a story and create a moving experience. The concept and execution of a project matter most to me. Unfortunately, you end up watching a lot of beautiful, but extremely heartbreaking content.
I'm exactly the same when I watch romance. If it doesn't look right, I'm not buying it.
CW shares a lot of overlapping themes with CD. Both are on my WL, so it will be interesting to compare them. Although…
Yes, once nepotism creeps in, it only serves to hurt the industry in the long run. Extracting wealth from the next sensation rather than nurturing and developing talent.
CW shares a lot of overlapping themes with CD. Both are on my WL, so it will be interesting to compare them. Although…
ZQ, wasn't she originally a Hanfu model? She's the poison master from The Double and the SFL from Scent of Time, right?
I remember she was also part of a Glass magazine selected 00 flowers group with Hu Lianxin, AiMi, and Wang He. I think it was published last year. Yes, I've noticed the push behind her. She pops up a lot. I've mostly seen her in support roles, with Feud being the last one. It wasn't a particularly memorable role. But, tbf, I pretty much wasn't impressed by any of the supporting cast in Feud. Even though I've seen some of them perform well in other shows. I believe she's also in The Immortal Ascension. She appears in dramas with big names a lot.
It's hilarious how these things start. I saw the same old pictures being rolled out. Such as his thin frame from First Love. Fanbases must have memes and unflattering photos of their favourite actor's rivals permanently saved on their computers just in case a fan-war breaks out. Lol.
Agreed, I would love to see him recognised as a top-tier actor one day. He certainly has the talent.
Looks like the rumour you posted about CW might be going to become a reality. I actually think it'll be better than CD. I've struggled to get into it. And, I really like ARP. I just think I prefer these types of dramas to be male-led. WXY'S drama will deliver that.
I actually think I'm going to enjoy this one more. I just haven't got deeply into CD.
That's the problem I have with it. I'm ready to see him in a mc role. He's already run support for the FLs twice this year. I'm happy to see Xingyue step out of the shadow and be the primary focus for a bit.
I actually think I'm going to enjoy this one more. I just haven't got deeply into CD.
I like ARP, too. I've enjoyed him in MM and TSROIO this year. But, I would prefer to see him as the first lead this time around. Complementary roles can be great. WXY's role in TD, for example, was an excellent complementary lead role. But, it's going to be great seeing him out in front in CW. I'm excited about this one.
I actually think I'm going to enjoy this one more. I just haven't got deeply into CD.
Yes, CD is a higher budget drama. But, the leads are what makes me believe I'll like this one better. I even think I prefer that it's a male led drama.
An assortment of ❤️AiMi❤️ promo and bts photos and videos (a number of them have already been posted here in the comments and under the photos tab). HOWEVER, THE FIRST CLIP IS A NEW ONE 😁...
Sigh -- she is young but we can't discredit her acting abilities and how hard she has worked to come this far.…
Yes, she's an exceptional young actress who takes her craft seriously. She is more than worthy of the role based on talent and experience.
But, there are aspects of this drama that are controversial and upsetting to people, so they need to decide for themselves if they are comfortable watching. Some won't, and that's understandable.
Expectations are this will be the lowest level of romantic interaction. No kissing. Limited physical touching. Sold more with tender dialogue and the portrayal of love in their eyes.
A lot of bts content will be posted here, so we can keep an eye on things and decide if the production team are doing a good job or taking things too far.
Hoping for a good outcome and a drama everyone involved can be proud of. Especially for Neo and AiMi.
His lift and carry skills are truly superb. His FL is always safe in his arms. The clip where Ruohan has her hair…
OK. Done. I've added Sweetest Rebellion to my watchlist 👍.
Yes, his body caught up to his face. He has beautiful youthful skin, but also a very defined facial structure that gives him a mature, masculine and authoritative look. Early on he had the same face (just thinner), but he was still in a boy's body. He was even scolded for it in his modern rom-com First Love (2022) with Tian Xiwei. I mentioned it earlier in the CS. I'm not sure when it was actually filmed. Fast-forward to 2023 / 2024 / 2025, and he's now a mature head on an athletic man's body. By filling out his frame he has really completed his look. His face filled out, too. So, now he has a really fantastic aesthetic.
I still love a good pretty boy look. I just hate it in certain roles. Anything to do with an authoritative position, fighting prowess, or warfare, I can't stand it. I watched No Boundary 1 and 2 the other day and I just couldn't accept the ML. He looked femme in demon make-up and at times like a twelve-year-old without it. I love pretty boys in modern dramas and youth dramas. I love handsome men in everything. Essentially, they are more versatile.
Lol. GWTW is one of my all-time favourite movies. I've only seen it about a thousand times. Busted, yes, I am looking for a Cdrama version of Clark Gable. I can't shake this ML template 🤣. And, of course, the stunning and delightful Vivien Leigh. GWTW, A Streetcar Named Desire (w Brando), and Waterloo Bridge (w Robert Taylor), all of them are on my all-time list.
Yes, once upon a time the West excelled at romance and period costume dramas. It's hard to believe. But it's true. It sounds like you still get some joy out of them, which is great 👍. I probably miss some good shows. But, that's what happens when you give up on an industry.
I kind of cheat and hyperfocus on certain things 😆. For example, I intensely follow (check every day) the socials and affiliated news (including MDL pages) regarding WXY, Jinmai, and Ai Mi. I'm pretty much up-to-date on everything they do. So, while others will know more about C-ent history, industry intricacies, and the events within the overall industry. They probably won't know more about the news, events, and projects related to those three actors (some still will. Lol). In the same way, you probably know quite a bit about Ruohan, her activities, and upcoming projects.
I will go further back than 2021 if I come across something that really captures my attention.
TSOPG is a terrific story. It's quite heart-wrenching and raw, definitely not for everyone. It is a story about growth, resilience, and moving forward in the face of life's challenges. It's almost a brilliantly realistic life drama set in the ancient world. She experiences love and loss, but always moves forward and finds things worth living for. They have good chemistry. But, his appearance is not everyone's cup of tea. It's actually a common critique. So, you're not alone.
Actually, I think it's totally understandable in a romance context. You have to see and feel what the character feels for it to work. If you don't understand or feel the attraction, it falls flat. Romance doesn't suit every actor. So, it's not shallow. It's human nature 😁.
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Linghe has been a charismatic leading man for some time now, so I was interested in the comparison. I've heard he can be somewhat introverted bts. Even though he oozes charisma on-screen. Linghe has an interesting background as he was originally a STEM grad who studied electrical engineering. Similar to Chen Duling. This may explain an introverted nature. I have seen some promo content with him from TPR with Jinmai, and bts content from their new show OG. Some of it was pretty good. But, I didn't think it was LIRD level of good. But, there's a strong chance I'm biased 😉, so I wanted an unbiased opinion.
By contrast, for those of us who have been following Xingyue, it's quite noticeable he's developing quite a big personality / presence.
We will have to wait until it has aired to get a better comparison. I only wanted to compare bts to bts (apples to apples 🍎).
Lol. I honestly think WXY has the potential to be the Clark Gable of C-ent. The Gable concept is really just an idea of a ML that can play a smaller compliment to the FL. Perform an equal 50/50 carry of a project with a FL. And, of course, take the primary role and carry a project with a male-centric focus. I would 100% watch a WXY police drama, for example. I'd even watch a project where he roams around ancient China on a horse 🐎 😆.
Tbh, C-ent doesn't need a Vivien Leigh. It feels like the ratio of quality actors is skewed in favour of female talent. It happens in different industries where the balance is out. It seems like C-ent produces (3–4) quality female talents to every (1) male talent. This actually contributes to the AiMi dilemma. Although there is an outstanding young male talent coming through by the name of Lin Ziye (Lester Lin). He was born in 2011 and has starred in MJTY and FOF. He's a real standout child actor with heaps of potential.
Perfectly understandable. Good vibes, a touch of escapism, and uplifting experiences are a good reason to watch dramas. I'm somewhat of a purest who loves the craft of filmmaking and how the individual components come together to tell a story and create a moving experience. The concept and execution of a project matter most to me. Unfortunately, you end up watching a lot of beautiful, but extremely heartbreaking content.
I'm exactly the same when I watch romance. If it doesn't look right, I'm not buying it.
💙Neo💙 in high spirits joking with co-stars in between filming 🎥...
https://weibo.com/detail/5190613403961221
💙Neo💙 in closeup. Costume detail and more fun on-set 🎬...
https://weibo.com/detail/5190633551565986
💙Neo💙 enjoying a conversation with a co-star...
https://weibo.com/detail/5190775979640565
Another 💙Neo💙 closeup. You can never get enough. Those eyes 🥰...
https://weibo.com/detail/5190766712324451
😆 Acting and a slip on wet stairs. Be careful 💙Neo💙! Co-stars have his back 💪🫶...
https://weibo.com/detail/5190618160831983
No slips this time. Just 💙Neo💙 looking good. Walking with authority and grace ✨️...
https://weibo.com/detail/5190615293756997
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+ Some support cast content...
💛Wang Likun💛 in costume. Good detail. Looking good...
https://weibo.com/detail/5190477319244641
Here's some clips of 🩵Riley🩵 in costume. Handsome man...
https://weibo.com/detail/5190474027239022
https://weibo.com/detail/5190472738015648
I remember she was also part of a Glass magazine selected 00 flowers group with Hu Lianxin, AiMi, and Wang He. I think it was published last year. Yes, I've noticed the push behind her. She pops up a lot. I've mostly seen her in support roles, with Feud being the last one. It wasn't a particularly memorable role. But, tbf, I pretty much wasn't impressed by any of the supporting cast in Feud. Even though I've seen some of them perform well in other shows. I believe she's also in The Immortal Ascension. She appears in dramas with big names a lot.
It's hilarious how these things start. I saw the same old pictures being rolled out. Such as his thin frame from First Love. Fanbases must have memes and unflattering photos of their favourite actor's rivals permanently saved on their computers just in case a fan-war breaks out. Lol.
Agreed, I would love to see him recognised as a top-tier actor one day. He certainly has the talent.
Looks like the rumour you posted about CW might be going to become a reality. I actually think it'll be better than CD. I've struggled to get into it. And, I really like ARP. I just think I prefer these types of dramas to be male-led. WXY'S drama will deliver that.
https://so.douyin.com/video/detail?aweme_id=7527639795289738515
An ❤️AiMi❤️ bts clip from a new angle...
https://vt.tiktok.com/ZSBvpkje6/
https://weibo.com/detail/5190524646721131
https://weibo.com/detail/5190159230569103
It's okay to be biased and have favourites. Neo is wonderful, he deserves good things. You are right to care about his reputation.
https://weibo.com/detail/5190057927639949
But, there are aspects of this drama that are controversial and upsetting to people, so they need to decide for themselves if they are comfortable watching. Some won't, and that's understandable.
Expectations are this will be the lowest level of romantic interaction. No kissing. Limited physical touching. Sold more with tender dialogue and the portrayal of love in their eyes.
A lot of bts content will be posted here, so we can keep an eye on things and decide if the production team are doing a good job or taking things too far.
Hoping for a good outcome and a drama everyone involved can be proud of. Especially for Neo and AiMi.
Also, I just noticed this director is the same one that directed TPR👍.
https://weibo.com/detail/5189815043100142
https://weibo.com/detail/5189775424226722
Yes, his body caught up to his face. He has beautiful youthful skin, but also a very defined facial structure that gives him a mature, masculine and authoritative look. Early on he had the same face (just thinner), but he was still in a boy's body. He was even scolded for it in his modern rom-com First Love (2022) with Tian Xiwei. I mentioned it earlier in the CS. I'm not sure when it was actually filmed. Fast-forward to 2023 / 2024 / 2025, and he's now a mature head on an athletic man's body. By filling out his frame he has really completed his look. His face filled out, too. So, now he has a really fantastic aesthetic.
I still love a good pretty boy look. I just hate it in certain roles. Anything to do with an authoritative position, fighting prowess, or warfare, I can't stand it. I watched No Boundary 1 and 2 the other day and I just couldn't accept the ML. He looked femme in demon make-up and at times like a twelve-year-old without it. I love pretty boys in modern dramas and youth dramas. I love handsome men in everything. Essentially, they are more versatile.
Lol. GWTW is one of my all-time favourite movies. I've only seen it about a thousand times. Busted, yes, I am looking for a Cdrama version of Clark Gable. I can't shake this ML template 🤣. And, of course, the stunning and delightful Vivien Leigh. GWTW, A Streetcar Named Desire (w Brando), and Waterloo Bridge (w Robert Taylor), all of them are on my all-time list.
Yes, once upon a time the West excelled at romance and period costume dramas. It's hard to believe. But it's true. It sounds like you still get some joy out of them, which is great 👍. I probably miss some good shows. But, that's what happens when you give up on an industry.
I kind of cheat and hyperfocus on certain things 😆. For example, I intensely follow (check every day) the socials and affiliated news (including MDL pages) regarding WXY, Jinmai, and Ai Mi. I'm pretty much up-to-date on everything they do. So, while others will know more about C-ent history, industry intricacies, and the events within the overall industry. They probably won't know more about the news, events, and projects related to those three actors (some still will. Lol). In the same way, you probably know quite a bit about Ruohan, her activities, and upcoming projects.
I will go further back than 2021 if I come across something that really captures my attention.
TSOPG is a terrific story. It's quite heart-wrenching and raw, definitely not for everyone. It is a story about growth, resilience, and moving forward in the face of life's challenges. It's almost a brilliantly realistic life drama set in the ancient world. She experiences love and loss, but always moves forward and finds things worth living for. They have good chemistry. But, his appearance is not everyone's cup of tea. It's actually a common critique. So, you're not alone.
Actually, I think it's totally understandable in a romance context. You have to see and feel what the character feels for it to work. If you don't understand or feel the attraction, it falls flat. Romance doesn't suit every actor. So, it's not shallow. It's human nature 😁.
I watched TBT, but I didn't see any of the bts content. So, be honest, I can take it 😁.