OK. It happened. It has been confirmed, and I've added it to my watchlist. First, congratulations to AiMi on her first lead role in a costume drama. I will be supporting her all the way. I know this casting decision is going to generate a lot of criticism, backlash, and concerned discussion. Rightfully so. But, for me, I want to remain positive and supportive of AiMi's big and well-deserved opportunity. My hopes are that extra care is taken with AiMi. I hope she is carefully guided, protected, respected, and given an opportunity to shine throughout the duration of the filming process.
I, too, share concerns, and I wish there was a greater variety of productions for young standout actors like AiMi to hone their craft. More sci-fi, mystery, adventure, youth fantasy, or really high-quality youth life drama, like Ray of Light (not the comic book comedy type). However, it seems the pathway to success increasingly goes through costume dramas. First Ancy (05), followed by Tian Tian (07), and now it's AiMi's (08) turn.
I have high hopes that this can be tastefully executed without the need for her to be put in uncomfortable or compromising positions. She has already demonstrated how it might be achieved with implied romantic performances opposite Zuo Ye in MJTY and FOF. Zhao Jinmai also gave a blueprint in The Blessed Girl. There really is no need for kissing or intimate adult-style touching to sell romantic feelings. Good acting can do the job. The way they look at each other and interact is often much more important. This is a position many hold when discussing the controversy surrounding Liu Haocun's supposed no-kissing clause. You can create a romantic atmosphere without the physical aspect.
I really don't want to dwell on the negativity of what might go wrong or call for an unnecessary boycott. I'd rather support and trust the creative team to do the right thing by their actors (especially AiMi) and deliver something tasteful, appropriate, and beautiful. Of course, we should follow the process closely, and speak up if we see something out of line. But, we shouldn't project or cast aspersions on the people involved and their families, or jump to conclusions of wrongdoing.
This is the first time I've ever felt nervous about the filming of a drama. I just really hope it all goes well for everyone involved. It feels so high-stakes. I will be giving it all my support, wishing for success, and following the events of this drama intensely. Good luck to all the cast and crew.
Looking forward to lots of great bts content, and a great atmosphere between Neo & AiMi.
Let's go! Let's get excited. This is AiMi's launch party 🥳.
PS... For those that don't know, this is AiMi's second lead role in Cdrama. Her first is a soon-to-be-released Youku crime drama called ABOVE THE WALL. If you're a fan of AiMi and her acting ability, go add it to your watchlist.
Ai Mi has been CONFIRMED as FL opposite Hou Minghao in the upcoming drama Que Gu (雀骨) ~ (AKA: Bird Bone / Sparrow Bone). Set for filming from July - X...
"Xiao Wu Yi, the cold and ruthless general, and Xie Jia Yu, the money-obsessed, crafty daughter of the Grand Tutor, are both forced into a marriage bestowed by imperial decree that entangles the two ill-fated lives. From a contractual couple to lifelong partners, from suspicion and conflict to love and unity, they go from rivals in ambition to comrades in life—uncovering each other's secrets amidst a deadly game."
😁🤭 Yes, he may have had a little instruction from a certain little dance teacher🕺. His performance was flawless 👏🫶. For all the criticisms of C-ent. The community and care amongst actors is something truly special and unique 😊. She had an amazing BD with so many co-stars from various dramas coming out in support. It really warms the heart ❤️.
Same. Getting anxious. But, I'm sure they'll drop it unannounced like they do with the many modern dramas. I'm…
Same, I avoid spoilers if I have been watching it with everyone else, and I fall behind at the end due to not purchasing the express. But, if it is going to be a while before I get the chance to watch it, then I don't care. I still really want to watch OG, and it will remain on my WL, but I will simply move on and focus on other things / dramas. You can only control what you can control. And, like I said, there is no point in me purchasing the two Western apps because I have no interest in the vast majority of the content.
Same. Getting anxious. But, I'm sure they'll drop it unannounced like they do with the many modern dramas. I'm…
It looks like the production company behind the drama prefers to distribute their shows internationally via foreign (Western) providers. Although it seems like more of a hassle to do so, it probably brings in more revenue for them.
It's frustrating because I've been spending more time in the back catalogue of Youku this year watching old dramas (tbf, some superb ones), than I have watching new dramas. I've only watched TBL, LOZH, and TSROIO this year. So, I was hoping this would be number four. And, of course, Mai Mai is one of three actors I give top priority to.
Hearing the bad news was definitely a downer. I'll just have to watch it at a later date if it gets posted on YT 😞.
On a positive note, since my disappointment last night, I just realised the complete series of AASOL (w ZJM & WXY two of my favourites👍) is up on YT now. It was going to be the first thing I watched when I finally purchased Tencent. But, I'm going to start watching today and CD on IQIYI. Which, for some reason, I didn't think it started until the 16th, so I'm a number of episodes behind. Also, although I try to avoid biting on a rumour, some photos have been leaking out all but confirming a certain rumour about AiMi (my other favourite) being Neo's FL in a new costume drama (still no official announcement though🤞). So, I'm getting ready to hit that comment section hard and start posting a tonne of bts content when it drops.
Can they just announce it already. Photos are leaking out, but still no official confirmation. We are in worst kept secret territory. When they make it official we can post the photos.
Same. Getting anxious. But, I'm sure they'll drop it unannounced like they do with the many modern dramas. I'm…
Sadly 😥, it looks like I'm out on this one. Shame, I really wanted to watch it. ZJM is one of my three favourite actors.
I already have two apps, Youku & IQIYI. There's only one more I want to get and that's Tencent. I need to get value for money from the apps I purchase. So, it's not worth me getting Viki because I don't watch Kdrama or Jdrama (I don't even watch modern Japanese anime anymore). It's also not worth me getting Netflix because I gave up watching modern Western shows years ago (once in a blue moon I might watch a new release Western movie). The only modern productions I watch are from C-ent. Hence, the official apps make the most sense for me to purchase.
100% agree. I'm curious, what did you love the most about that character or how WXY plays the ML?
Nice list. I believe he'll be fine, too. The cream rises to the top as they say. Barring catastrophe, he has the talent to do that. When you reach a certain level, you gain leverage and the freedom to select the types of projects you want to do. So far, so good. He's moving in the right direction.
CW shares a lot of overlapping themes with CD. Both are on my WL, so it will be interesting to compare them. Although…
🤞 for that drama. A mixture of modern and costume would be perfect.
YZ's management seems to be a great choice for kick-starting a career, but at some point it becomes a hindrance to further development. On the one hand, you have to appreciate him for helping launch an actor into the limelight. But, on the other hand, you hope your favourite young stars have an exit strategy already planned to escape from him.
Although we all want him to go on and hopefully be recognised as one of China's best actors. We should probably appreciate this period of time when he's making drama after drama. Should he reach the Wu Lei stage where he's free to choose and picky about what he wants to do. The time between acting projects will likely increase (quality over quantity). Let's just hope the dramas are mostly good.
PS... You wouldn't happen to know where I can find a list of all the actors (particularly those under 25) YZ manages?
Well it’s not like being 16 or 17 makes a great difference
Not much difference in the real world. It seems silly. But it looks like AiMi is set to follow the Tian Tian formula. 17 was the age of HYTT's industry push into lead roles (it's a number they like). The two of them, since childhood, have had somewhat of a shared destiny. Often compared, and in some ways in a perceived competition. This project was even originally stated as a Tian Tian drama. After Tian Tian got embroiled in the earnings scandal (hopefully she recovers from this and gets back to doing what she loves), I actually laughed when AiMi surged to the front of candidates for FL. Who better than the girl constantly linked to HYTT (that seems to be how the industry thinks). One year and a few days apart. Both advanced actors for their age. Both with impressive resumes. Tian Tian with more lead roles under her belt. AiMi with a greater variety of roles and more movies. AiMi originally had a larger social media presence. Her Douyin content got a lot more attention, but Tian Tian caught up after her FL push and was likely set to surpass. Now, the advantage and opportunity flip back to AiMi again. C-ent can be a strange world.
Same. Getting anxious. But, I'm sure they'll drop it unannounced like they do with the many modern dramas. I'm…
There are people in this comment section saying that due to a copyright issue OG won't be available on Youku International. I choose to trust my own eyes, and I'll just wait and see 🤞.
I’m guessing international Youku may drop this the day of because I’m not seeing it on their website or rather…
Same. Getting anxious. But, I'm sure they'll drop it unannounced like they do with the many modern dramas. I'm really surprised they didn't put promo and trailers in the upcoming section, though. Especially, given the calibre of the cast.
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I, too, share concerns, and I wish there was a greater variety of productions for young standout actors like AiMi to hone their craft. More sci-fi, mystery, adventure, youth fantasy, or really high-quality youth life drama, like Ray of Light (not the comic book comedy type). However, it seems the pathway to success increasingly goes through costume dramas. First Ancy (05), followed by Tian Tian (07), and now it's AiMi's (08) turn.
I have high hopes that this can be tastefully executed without the need for her to be put in uncomfortable or compromising positions. She has already demonstrated how it might be achieved with implied romantic performances opposite Zuo Ye in MJTY and FOF. Zhao Jinmai also gave a blueprint in The Blessed Girl. There really is no need for kissing or intimate adult-style touching to sell romantic feelings. Good acting can do the job. The way they look at each other and interact is often much more important. This is a position many hold when discussing the controversy surrounding Liu Haocun's supposed no-kissing clause. You can create a romantic atmosphere without the physical aspect.
I really don't want to dwell on the negativity of what might go wrong or call for an unnecessary boycott. I'd rather support and trust the creative team to do the right thing by their actors (especially AiMi) and deliver something tasteful, appropriate, and beautiful. Of course, we should follow the process closely, and speak up if we see something out of line. But, we shouldn't project or cast aspersions on the people involved and their families, or jump to conclusions of wrongdoing.
This is the first time I've ever felt nervous about the filming of a drama. I just really hope it all goes well for everyone involved. It feels so high-stakes. I will be giving it all my support, wishing for success, and following the events of this drama intensely. Good luck to all the cast and crew.
Looking forward to lots of great bts content, and a great atmosphere between Neo & AiMi.
Let's go! Let's get excited. This is AiMi's launch party 🥳.
PS... For those that don't know, this is AiMi's second lead role in Cdrama. Her first is a soon-to-be-released Youku crime drama called ABOVE THE WALL. If you're a fan of AiMi and her acting ability, go add it to your watchlist.
Ai Mi has been CONFIRMED as FL opposite Hou Minghao in the upcoming drama Que Gu (雀骨) ~ (AKA: Bird Bone / Sparrow Bone). Set for filming from July - X...
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Weibo Confirmation Links ~
https://weibo.com/status/5188656618278651
https://weibo.com/detail/5188608162009293
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Official Que Gu Weibo Link ~
https://weibo.com/u/8009692919
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Synopsis ~
"Xiao Wu Yi, the cold and ruthless general, and Xie Jia Yu, the money-obsessed, crafty daughter of the Grand Tutor, are both forced into a marriage bestowed by imperial decree that entangles the two ill-fated lives. From a contractual couple to lifelong partners, from suspicion and conflict to love and unity, they go from rivals in ambition to comrades in life—uncovering each other's secrets amidst a deadly game."
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MDL Drama Page Link ~
https://kisskh.at/790870-que-gu
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Congratulations, Aimi 🎊 👏 💐
It's frustrating because I've been spending more time in the back catalogue of Youku this year watching old dramas (tbf, some superb ones), than I have watching new dramas. I've only watched TBL, LOZH, and TSROIO this year. So, I was hoping this would be number four. And, of course, Mai Mai is one of three actors I give top priority to.
Hearing the bad news was definitely a downer. I'll just have to watch it at a later date if it gets posted on YT 😞.
On a positive note, since my disappointment last night, I just realised the complete series of AASOL (w ZJM & WXY two of my favourites👍) is up on YT now. It was going to be the first thing I watched when I finally purchased Tencent. But, I'm going to start watching today and CD on IQIYI. Which, for some reason, I didn't think it started until the 16th, so I'm a number of episodes behind. Also, although I try to avoid biting on a rumour, some photos have been leaking out all but confirming a certain rumour about AiMi (my other favourite) being Neo's FL in a new costume drama (still no official announcement though🤞). So, I'm getting ready to hit that comment section hard and start posting a tonne of bts content when it drops.
I already have two apps, Youku & IQIYI. There's only one more I want to get and that's Tencent. I need to get value for money from the apps I purchase. So, it's not worth me getting Viki because I don't watch Kdrama or Jdrama (I don't even watch modern Japanese anime anymore). It's also not worth me getting Netflix because I gave up watching modern Western shows years ago (once in a blue moon I might watch a new release Western movie). The only modern productions I watch are from C-ent. Hence, the official apps make the most sense for me to purchase.
YZ's management seems to be a great choice for kick-starting a career, but at some point it becomes a hindrance to further development. On the one hand, you have to appreciate him for helping launch an actor into the limelight. But, on the other hand, you hope your favourite young stars have an exit strategy already planned to escape from him.
Although we all want him to go on and hopefully be recognised as one of China's best actors. We should probably appreciate this period of time when he's making drama after drama. Should he reach the Wu Lei stage where he's free to choose and picky about what he wants to do. The time between acting projects will likely increase (quality over quantity). Let's just hope the dramas are mostly good.
PS... You wouldn't happen to know where I can find a list of all the actors (particularly those under 25) YZ manages?
https://weibo.com/detail/5187935907610938
https://weibo.com/detail/5187931840974118
https://weibo.com/detail/5187931840974118
But.. Eek 🙀, I've just been reading a few comments further down. Please, don't let that be true 🙏.