Bijou

frustrating drama

I watched this on Dramabox 2 years ago and it was quite challenging to complete this drama. I didn't know the leads name. Li Shengnan was quite tall but not looking tall and realized Yao Guanyu was the ML.

The plot is about ML has psychological issues and can't accept marriage. He and FL have been cohabiting and secretly dating for three years. FL wants to get married and breaks up with him, but he disagrees. However, he doesn't want to get married or take responsibility, so they start arguing and sabotaging her blind dates.

FL say they're going to separate, but within minutes they're entangled again. FL starts dating the SML and ML tries to force himself on her, kissing and hugging her. FL is indecisive, torn between ML's struggles and the SML's relationship.

It feels like the main characters have no moral compass; they're only enjoying their own romance, regardless of others' well-being. SML is just a tool. But encountering such leads in real life would be truly frustrating.

The ending was so abrupt and sudden. ML never told the female lead about FL, nor did he explain the tattoo.

Wont rewatch since i don't want to stiffen my neck for being angry at drama.

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Aside for comedic child swap, everything was boring.

I watched this because of Cheng Zi on last year. But I was surprised how the 2023-2024 drama trends come again for a while. It's about generic plot FL and ML got one-night stand FL was pregnant with twins but her son was getting kidnapped and somehow ended in ML hands.

I really want to slap the ML's brother. Other brothers are the first to discover the truth, but this one is more trouble than he's worth. According to the plot, FL is probably only looking for her son and has no feelings for the ML. ML kisses FL every time they meet, which make him more like obsessive person.

ML was the dumbest CEO in short drama. His son was autistic and being bullied by his tutor, and he doesn't even know? If the FL hadn't discovered it, his son would have continued to be bullied by outsider.

This one adds some comedic elements, such as teaching the child homework, and the child swapping makes it more fun. ML was quite dumb for not recognizing his own sons.

Only for hardcore fans who didn't mind stupid plot.

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Misunderstand could last forever.

The premise is very common since its Prince of Beijing adaptation: ML has secretly loved FL for years and pretends to be a kept man for love. However, after his true identity is discovered FL keeps misunderstanding that he has another woman he loves. This misunderstanding lasts for 95% duration of the drama.

ML doesn't know how to speak clearly while FL doesn't even bother to ask him clearly. The misunderstanding could last forever in this drama. But for this version Lu Huan Yu and Song Yujia had more passionate kissing scenes.

Only watchable for hardcore fans of the actors.

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Xu Meng Yuan is sole reason why this drama was so good.

I watch this only for Xu Meng Yuan without looking who was the ML because i don't know him back then. It turns out it was Wang Hao Xiang. I quite like how Xu Meng Yuan bring FL character more into life.

The plot is about FL transmigrates into a book. The original owner was a substitute for SFL who committed suicide after being abused by the ML. The new FL only wants to make money and stays as a substitute for the male lead, earning 500,000 yuan a month.

I quite like New FL mind since original owner was harassed and misunderstood by ML, so she directly hired two bodyguards and then gave the ML an over-the-shoulder throw. ML asks FL to take care of him, and she's overjoyed because she thinks she can make money. ML interprets this as her being hopelessly in love with him, common-narcissistic behavior.

The sudden shift to love at the end felt abrupt and lacked buildup. It feels ML never get his character development.so i never agree with the ending. Plus the lack of romance chemistry between Xu Meng Yuan and Wang Hao Xiang seems like they make this drama a force HE.

In the end, it would have been better if FL had chosen to return to the real world with the money and hadn't fallen in love with the ML, i will give the rating higher.

Only watch for Xu Meng Yuan.

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Scriptwriter loves to add bullying sprinkle on his/her creation

I watched this drama when i was on Zhao Caizi binge watch and realized the male lead is Zhang Yiyang. Both leads have decent acting also their chemistry was fine but the FL characterization was the problem and the bullying was too severe and the first meeting was considered to be rape.

Actually this was the first one where I saw the ML actually apologize for the rape and say FL has the option to have ML arrested. It's very clear in his mind what he did. In other dramas, I only see the CEO apologize and that's it, and everything is forgotten. However beautiful the story may be, we can't forget that ML abused FL, and this type of scene has become fashionable in dramas. Apart from that part about how they met, the drama is ok.

Only recommended for hardcore fans of both actor.

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You can watch this if you want to get simple plot.

I watched this on March 2025 (searching my Youtube history while making my brief review) and the plot is quite ordinary. FL goes down the mountain to marry the male lead to cure his illness. They marry first and fall in love later, eventually ML is cured and they get together.

This is clichéd story with a few lines and a bit of banter, the cast is very attractive—Li Zijie and Zhang Jinyi aquite have chemistry despite there is minimum romantic moment. Both the leads quite have natural acting. It would be even better if there were more romantic scenes between the leads.

Supporting characters are quite funny and they are not doing much slapstick which is great even though the villains always looking down at FL since she comes from rural area.

You can watch this if you didn't look for plot driven drama and it was quite entertaining.

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Quite good at first half but the ending didn't resolve the problem

I watched this version first and the plot is more complete and detailed. FL's inner thoughts are portrayed delicately, and her interactions with ML are frequent and effective. The visual quality is good, and the opening shots of FL's background are well-done. The characters' behavior is logically consistent with the established plot. I quite like Li Shengxuan madness acting.

When the FL had relapse moment, I could feel her second personality emerge even through the screen; it felt very realistic. Li Shengxuan's facial expressions during the episode were also excellent, without any exaggerated facial movements.

The weakness in this drama; the chemistry between the Wu Zhuxi and Li Shengxuan dont really strong as other version. The ending is poorly handled-it didn't completely resolve the time loop and reincarnation issue.

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Usual scumbag story.

I watched this since Youtube recommended this. Zhang Beixi's scumbag acting was very good its contrast to see Tian Xiwen same expression on every emotion. The voice was no dubbed which is better to heard.

The plot was quite generic. ML and FL date for eight years, with the ML repeatedly postponing their marriage registration and showing no boundaries with the SFL. FL was preparing for her own wedding from the beginning, so why didn't she just break up from the start and leave instead of going home to attend her own wedding.

Most cringe-worthy line in the whole show from ML was: "An alcohol allergy is just an intolerance; if you're intolerant, just drink a few more drinks and you'll be fine." Such a drastic change in affection after FL left. SML doesn't have any childhood sweetheart or savior storyline, yet he's so doting? The moment the FL leaves, ML suddenly realizes he loves FL. Ridiculous.

FL rejected the ML's attempts to keep her and wanted to marry SML. To escape his advances, she got into a car accident and faked her death. The ending was quite predictable.

Only to watch once.

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Wang Xiaoyi and Wang Yanxin quite match for stoic character.

I watched this last year because nice premise and it turned out it was average. Both actor was quite stoic but it was decent watch.

Wang Yanxin is perfect for playing a role within the system; his restraint and stoicism are very captivating. Furthermore, the ML's character is well-developed; he later realizes what he wants and bravely pursues love without hesitation.

FL seducing the ML for medical expenses, later develops feelings but isn't love-struck; she's capable of self-preservation, doesn't need help in dangerous situations, is kind and rational, and always prioritizes her life and career. I quite like this show, but the FL's seduction of the ML in the first few episodes was a bit awkward and didn't feel quite right.

Wang Xiaoyi dance shows her amateur level and it can be the problem since the FL job was dancer. Many of the dance moves are poorly handled. The production team should have hired a professional dance teacher to choreograph them.

The plot is plausible, and both the main and supporting characters are well-developed and memorable, such as the second uncle and ML's mother.

You can watch this if you dont have any idea to watch.

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Double ML who have more chemistry with each other than with the FL

I watched this for Zhao Zhendong but surprisingly he had more chemistry with Wang Xuan more than Cui Shiyi.

Cui Shiyi was another good kisser in duanju but she lack of showing the vulnerable emotion from unrequited love. She may good on strong FL but her weakest moment still feel artificial.

Zhao Zhendong's portrayal of Older Brother is heartbreaking, showcasing a vast range of acting talent. He perfectly captures the character's restraint, timidity, ruthlessness, wit, and deep affection.

Wang Xuan's scenes are also explosive, portraying a complex mix of misunderstanding and love-hate relationship. The female lead's character is also well-developed; though she suffers from unrequited love, she gives genuine affection.

I quite like the brothers moment and the brothers deliver powerful performances. The entire drama is emotionally charged, full of tension, and highly immersive. Although the overall plot isn't perfect, the character portrayals especially the brothers and amazing, making it worth to watch for fans of actors.

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Wang Haozhen looks to tired in this drama

I watched it for Wang Haozhen but he is obviously look tired in this drama. But after fast-forwarding through it all, I was utterly blown away by the plot. This script really feels like it was created by deadliner – where's the logic?

FL approached the ML to raise money for her sister's surgery, and the difference in their social status and impure motives created a lot of conflict. But who would have thought they'd fall in love so inexplicably, only to break up and get back together again due to some nonsensical misunderstandings? Fast forward to 3 years later, ML's family is in troubles, his career slump, and FL's hardships are all glossed over, leaving the characters hollow and their motivations incomprehensible.

Actually Wang Haozhen and Guan Xin chemistry are still pass to watch but the plot is not for it.

Only for hardcore fans.

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Unexpectedly sweet CP

I watched this drama because of Zhang Lei and quite skeptical about Lin Qiting since they look don't match at glance but it was pleasant surprise, they are quite have chemistry in this drama.

The plot of the daughter traveling back in time to find her parents is quite novel and funny. Actually ML and FL are playing a role-playing game but the daughter misinterpret and travels back to 10 years ago. At that time, FL is a domineering school beauty and ML is a poor, academically gifted but they had no relation at all. But after the daughter appears, they start pretending to be a loving couple SML and SFL were not traditional villain but they bring the comedy for the drama.

The cons is the daughter becomes merely a decorative element on later episode losing the core of the drama.

Still decent watch.

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Decent Advertisement drama.

I want to watch this drama last year but there is no proper subs until i found the savior Jwells (Thank You for your hard work).

The duration is short (less than 30 minutes) so you can watch when you're on break time.

The plot is about ML who was former factory worker wants to start his noodle shop business with FL. The villain was thug SML who want to destroy ML business and doing black campaign for making his shop getting more customer. But ML noodles was more delicious. SML create bet for ML for making noodle competition. The classic trop.

This drama was down-to-earth drama so the pace was fast. Shu Tong delivers simple, honest, and down-to-earth ML while Zhang Chu Xuan nailed as his feisty wife. The couple balance is like yin yang. Wished they could collaborate in longer drama.

Worth to Watch.

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It was nice family drama despite unnecessary verbal sparring

I watch this when I want to explore more Li Jingye works and i was surprised on Liu Yuhang as her ML.

The plot is about FL who was from zombie apocalypse era travels back to the 1970s to lead her good-for-nothing father and younger brother. The original FL was being known as fool girl.bFL just want to eat meat but her family are useless, so she just hunted prey and selling that in black market and they become rich. Basically she becomes breadwinner for two men in her family make his father family scrutinize them.FL met ML when she hunted fish in the river and ML was take a bath. I cannot with her blatant confession to make ML as his concubine and ML felt scared but secretly enjoy this. I quite like how FL father growth to become helper since he realized his previous mistake and FL younger brother is same too and he was the cupid for ML.

The cons in this drama FL father kept appeared until the last episode. ML childhood sweetheart are too annoying. After the story, the bickering and verbal sparring increases and it gradually falls into a cliche plot. The romance between Li Jingye and Liu Yuhang are almost zero since there is more neck biting and less of real kiss.

Still decent family drama to watch.

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An ambiguous drama between Younger man/Older Woman

I was excited when i watched this in this year since i found decent sub in this drama and it turns out it was decent. Even they claimed this drama had Hongkong style but i don't feel any Hongkong vibe at all (Maybe because Jeana Ho was Hongkong citizen).

The plot is about FL knows her fiancé was getting affair. She remained calm but actually she was slightly emotional, but simply went to drink and vent with family and friends. It was at this moment that the she met ML. And then ambiguous relationship between FL and ML started.

Their romance was captivating; the older sister was mature and charming, the younger brother innocent but emotionally expressive, and the age and social gap created a turbulent relationship. It was rare to see Ma Xiaoyu in younger brother role and the age gap in real life was real and the casting was right. Personally the chemistry between him and Jeana Ho were not overflowing but it was still sufficient to watch since they had ambiguous relationship at first they met.

The sibling relation between FL and her older sister are so strong and their dynamic seems decent to see. But i felt ML's younger brother presence was too weak in terms of acting while he was actually was the key of this drama.

The ending felt a bit ambiguous; it didn't clarify whether the ML died or not, nor did it explain the fate of the FL's father and FL ex fiancé. The cons in this drama the final stab felt a bit unnecessary.

Still recommended despite the flaws.

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