Bijou

Not Usual Reincarnation Drama

I just randomly watch for Lin Jingye and found this drama.

I initially thought the plot would be a bit angsty, but it wasn't at all. The FL is remarkably clear-headed after her rebirth. Li Jingye perfectly captures the clarity after rebirth. Zhang Liren needs to catch up to his acting since his expression looks same in every scene.

In her previous life, FL used every means to force marriage to pursue ML, only to be met with disgust and depression. Upon being reborn, she had only one thought: stay away from him and get a divorce. ML was shocked to see FL sudden change and he become eavesdrop enjoyer to hear every FL plans. Even when the mistress was come, FL just teach her how to get ML instead of throwing tantrum like her first life. ML begins to relentlessly pursue FL, only to discover that he has long harbored feelings for her.

Personally I don't understand why FL in first life was so infatuated with ML since there is not enough backstory about them before and never think she was good person in first life.

Still decent to watch.

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Decent Wen Xi-Shang Chen version

I was watching this drama last year and i really eager to make a review since i quite obsessed with Wen Xi and Shang Chen version.

Zhang Yilun nailed the realistic CEO; his cold expression is quite intimidating and his acting was not overly excessive. Personally i am not really fond of Wang Yujing acting but she slightly better in this drama but need to level up her acting skill. The chemistry is quite decent to watch.

The first half is somewhat similar to the third version, with many inner monologues, but it feels much more natural than the third version. The monologues contrast sharply with her outward actions, vividly portraying a cold-faced but warm-hearted character, thus highlighting the significance of the monologues. The scenes showcasing her strength are fully preserved: confronting her adoptive mother (without crying), confronting the professor, confronting the Zhou family, confronting her colleagues—a strong woman's image is fully presented.

The costumes, makeup, and props show that this is the limit of a low-budget production. There are plenty of kissing scenes filmed beautifully with a good atmosphere. The dialogue is fast-paced. The original voice acting and the lead actors' performances are also good, making for a very enjoyable viewing experience. The only drawback is the limited screen time for supporting characters, making the overall drama feel somewhat thin.

The biggest letdown on this version is older brother is completely unacceptable in every terms; his looks, dialogue, acting, and charisma are all lacking. Although his role is small, it's quite important for the story.

Although the supporting characters and family relationships were significantly cut, and the romance between the ML and FL was accelerated, the overall viewing experience is quite good.

Even this drama is not best adaptation you still need to watch this.

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The aura looks right but chemistry is not there.

I was reluctant to watch this drama but my Tiktok friends suggest me to watch this and i am not regretting my choice.

Wang Chanpeng and Lin Zixuan had perfect aura for Wen Xi and Shang Chen but for chemistry they are still weak compare to other version. But supporting cast especially FL real mother and SFL acting are decent to watch.

Apart from the premise, it doesn't feel like a short drama at all, giving it a refreshing feel. ML, in particular, is fantastic. He doesn't overstep his bounds when it comes to the FL's affairs, giving her complete trust and letting her handle things herself while quietly supporting and protecting her from behind.

FL's real mother, in particular, vividly portrays her inner turmoil between her two daughters, her guilt towards her daughter, and her shift from doting and indulgent towards the SFL r to resignation and eventual abandonment. This makes the audience very engaged. The overall story structure is complete, the plot is coherent, the content is rich, and the details are well-done. The only possible weakness is the romance between the ML and FL. They seem detached and each other their appearance makes it seem more like an older man/younger woman relationship, so it lacks sweetness.

I fast forwarded 1.5x through only ML and FL scenes, while I thoroughly enjoyed the other storylines, especially those of the SFL. The costumes, props, and sets are excellent, the visual quality is high, the music is just right, the filters are natural, and the original voice acting contributes to a very good viewing experience. Still waiting for older brother appearance in season 2.

Recommended to watch.

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The Sweet Wen Xi-Shang Chen Version

I watched this last year and waited this to have MDL page so i can write my own review. Personally i am sucker for marriage after love plot and like other adaptation which is quite rare for me to liking the script. For this Wen Xi-Shang Chen has most different stories compare to other versions, this drama lacks of angst feeling of the couple, it feels like mundane couple with less of conflict.

Although it has a slow-burn title, it takes a fast-paced, high-sweetness route. ML and FL have mutual affection almost from the beginning. And the brother of FL only shown in the last 10 minutes of this drama.

Chen Fang Tong and Huang Haowen acting are quite decent at this adaptation But for me Huang Haowen's Shang Chen lack something that other version had the cold and mature that other version had maybe this drama want to interpert the sweetness of marriage. Chen Fang Tong didn't has the aloofness feeling for the FL. But the chemistry is still sufficient enough to watch.

The family conflict between FL and her real mother are lacking emotional feeling. It feels like mundane conversation.

The condom scene, it felt Huang Haowen tried held up his laughter.

The sweetness is very pleasant to watch. If you're prefer sweet version you could watch this.

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Another tortuous drama to FL

I watched this when i was on Huang Yunyun marathon drama last year and i don't recommend this despite FL and Child actor great acting in here. Jin Jiayu acts naturally as scumbag.

This plot is generic is about FL who wants save the seriously injured ML, was forced to leave and raise their child alone. Seven years later, their child has leukemia and needs a bone marrow transplant. FL seeks out ML, wanting to have a second child to save the child, but the ML harbors resentment because he mistakenly believes FL abandoned him seven years ago.

There is not good thing and character development on ML and the plot hole he supposed to be disabled but somehow he can walk freely and suddenly he is on his wheelchair again. FL was too weak and she falls into damsel in distress again.

Avoid this.

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Quite a heavy drama

I watch this drama on last February and personally feels Kechun acting this drama rather was far better than Kechun in "Good Girl" (Good Girl was too overrated, Mark my word). This is for the first time Guo Yuxin couldn't catch ML acting since most of her drama her acting was superior than her other ML before Kechun (Not saying she is bad in this drama but Kechun truly shines in this drama). Supporting casts really did good job too.

This is plot about choice between love and hate, where everyone's choices lead to different destinies. Although the plot of this drama has been heavily criticized, because I'm a very empathetic viewer, I can understand things from each person's perspective, so I can enjoyed it.

I really dislike the FL's character. Her words and actions are inconsistent. She thinks the ML loves her older sister aka SFL so much, yet she actively kisses him. A normal younger sister in this situation wouldn't go any further with her brother-in-law for her sister's sake. And while she says she wants her sister to go back, she actually goes back to the male lead herself to reconcile, justifying it by saying that staying by his side is the only way to find evidence to prove his innocence.

Many people say the SFL also used FL but the problem is that their initial acquaintance was based on exploitation—one provided money, the other did the work. FL took the money and then betrayed her; I truly can't empathize with FL.

My heart only aches for the SFL since she deserve more better than this. When the ML's friend plants a bomb in the car to kill the SFL, the ML just lets it go, but as soon as he hears the FL is in the car, he immediately gets anxious and rushes to save them. This makes me feel like all the SFL's past relationships and youth were wasted and the worse of all SFL lying there alone while the seeing ML with FL.

Recommended if you are not morally right person.

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No angst drama and ML manipulative action was acceptable.

The plot is about ML, taking advantage of his amnesiac brother's illness and her supposed sister in law aka FL whose her fiancee was snatched by SFL due ML's brother amnesia by marrying her on the spot.

ML snatches it, tears off the female part, and takes it away, subtly mocking his brother. When the ML older brother looks at the gifts the FL gave him in his office, trying to recall his memories, ML sweeps them into a box and takes them all, leaving nothing for his older brother to remember.

ML was quite sarcastic especially with ML's brother wife since he knows all her scheming against FL. His action and words are on same wavelength.

ML seizes every opportunity to assert his dominance; if there's no opportunity, he creates one to make no opportunity left for his older brother. Even though the FL sees through his act, she doesn't expose him, just dotes on him. Their romance growth was perfect to see from FL sees ML as immature younger brother into capable man.

Personally I am not feel bad about ML's brother condition. SFL was quite nuisance and love how ML handled her. Liang Wenjing and Wang Peiyan nailed the character and their chemistry is passable to watch.

It's basically a story of extreme tug-of-war between a manipulative, love-seeking ML and a mature, intelligent, and resolute older sister. It's good, I love watching it

Recommended to watch.

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It was OK

I quite like Wang Haozhen and Lu Lulu version so i will give myself trying this drama (this was first version and people in Xiaohongshu always said it was better than Wang Haozhen) but maybe i was slightly subjective subjective but Wang Haozhen and Lu Lulu version was better than this since it looks age appropriate adult romance. Liu Shanglin and Wu Jialu didn't look like convince enough to being doctor and nurse. I feel they are just intern in this drama.

Plot is around 80% same with Wang Haozhen-Lu Lulu version, but the great things in this version the plot is not being dragged in the middle which i understand why people liked this version. The obvious wig on Liu Shanglin head was too ugly and distracting and his acting still subpar compared to Wu Jialu. The chemistry between the lead was not well shown in here. For the chemistry i think this version is still sufficient to watch.

FL was definitely more heartbroken and devastated, but I really preferred the less hysterical handling of the breakup in Lu Lulu version because it feels more mature considering her age character was not young adult nor teenager.

Still watchable though.

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Zhang Jinyi Peking Opera scene was keeping me for dropping this drama.

I almost gave up on this drama with Zhang Jinyi and Du Yafei, but everyone said it was the most classic and complete adaptation, so I forced myself to continue this drama.

Their kissing scenes are incredibly sensual. Zhang Jinyi is lively, both sweet and sassy, ​​and her smiling eyes really make her look like a little fox. Du Yafei's cold-faced bodyguard look good on him!

FL is a seemingly innocent but actually cunning character. She pretends to be weak to uncover the truth behind her mother's death and retrieve her belongings; her hidden identity is the famous Peking Opera (I was searching this theme because it was rare for chinese short drama to bring Peking opera, so i was glad i didn't give up on this drama).

Apart from the emotional entanglements between the lead, the other plot lines feel rushed.

Still decent watch though~

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There is CP feeling in Huang Yunyun and Jin Jiayu

There is too many version but personally i enjoy this drama. This version has better makeup, styling, and overall flow. The script is also smoother although the ending feel a bit rushed.

Jin Jiayu and Huang Yunyun have great chemistry. Their banter is witty and pleasing to watch. Jian Jiayu is one of great kisser he could make those kissing scene not looked too gross. Both of leads have comfortable on their character representation and make their interaction too natural.

Still i could recommended this version since a few of another version has worse point than this drama.

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No matter what people said, i always love the ending.

I watched this when i am on Huang Yunyun binge festival and i quite enjoy this drama.

FL in this drama has the most difficult role to take down in any short drama I've ever seen, bar none. Initially, she has to hide her arranged marriage from her husband (SML) while simultaneously developing feelings for the male lead, all while dealing with the power struggles of the SML's savior and his "white moonlight" (idealized love interest). Later, she has to enter the palace and fight against the male lead's harem. ML is a cold-blooded, ruthless emperor with a deceased "white moonlight," who doesn't even kiss anyone. FL meticulously plans and slowly wins the MLs heart, eliminating her rivals one by one. Her schemes are fresh and unconventional, with unexpected processes and outcomes that are refreshing. Huang Yunyun and Wang Yuwei are quite match by looks and their chemistry were decent to watch.

Drama's ending was perfectly adapted, avoiding many common pitfalls of short dramas and i always think the ending was too good to be true.

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This is My Guilty Pleasure

I watched this on Dramabox with other name Mismarriage. The plot is cliche, FL got one-night-stand with FL and antagonist took her place. ML began to torture FL and FL got sick and died ML felt devastated and want to repent himself and suddenly ML got accident and met someone with FL face as his savior.

Bai Yan and Ma Xiao Yu chemistry are the reason i watch this drama until finish. Ma Xiao Yu nailed playing scumbag ML. The Antagonists are quite scary and make ML character is more humane despite developing Stalker behavior.

This is my guilty pleasure. Only Hardcore fans could watch this.

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