justjacky

Unhinged chaos is the best way I can describe this drama. It’s makjang on steroids (hello satisfying slaps). 

A female centric drama who’s lead is a hyper-independent woman with a girlboss energy to the max - but still needs men from time to time to do her dirty (brilliant) work. Tian Xiwei was marvellous in this dual role, I applaud. 

In truth, I started this drama for Yan An but stayed for him AND everything else. His role was mostly to support the female lead’s journey, which I expected and I’m happy with. I loved that although he was mostly a romantic interest, he didn’t feel like a total simp. He was stern with the female lead when he needed to be, and sweet when he needed to be. 

The plot was nothing new, except the doppelgänger stuff that was quite fresh. But the formula had all the stuff I love in one, so it worked for me. I loved to hate the villains, and as a fan of Dai Gaozheng, I was very satisfied with his role.

The best part of the drama for me was the romance!!! I just LOVED the chemistry between the leads, I LOVED all their little moments together. It was my driving force to watch and why I got so addicted.

My only real issue is the last 5 minutes of the final episode where choices were made…

Overall, this drama is all about the vibes, so turn off your brain. If you want mega chaos with unhinged characters, and a mix of family/palace politics + romance as a sub-plot, I recommend it.