Omg don't drop it because of female lead voice. She's doing great and it's worth watching!! And also stop comparing…
Exactly this! To me, the miscarriage/ evil stepmom setting up step daughter is such a common trope in cdramas that I didn't even notice or pay attention to it. I figured we will find out the truth later.
But anyway, imagine my surprise when I came on here and everyone saying this show stole the idea from The Double, and keeps comparing it to the double🫠
Now don't get me wrong, I loved The Double. But is it the first cdrama to come out?? Have there never been other dramas before it with that trope??🙄 The comparison is getting annoying and it's making even people like me who loved The Double, starting to hate the damn show because of its annoying fans. 😒
Can someone recommend me dramas where the lead has the same relationship as this one (fake sibling/ childhood…
Love Better Than Immortality. (I think this was one of Zhao Lusi's first show when she started acting).
Lol you will definitely love the chemistry in this one. It's utilized well... One moment they are calling eachother brother and sister, the next moment, the ML is kissing her 😂😂 It's quite a fun story.
Yining's backstory of being the legitimate daughter that is being bullied by her stepmother and framed for the…
I can definitely see how that show made her famous. It was a role well played and the story was interesting.
Lol I kept putting off watching it for a while because of how long it was and also I didn't like the poster on Viki (lol petty, I know😭) But then I finally watched it last year and omg was I glad I did... I really liked that story and so far I have watched it two more times 😭
Every once in a while, I yell out "GU TING YE" to myself 😂
Yining's backstory of being the legitimate daughter that is being bullied by her stepmother and framed for the…
Yea, all the while I was watching this, I kept thinking of The Story of Ming Lan. Lol I never even thought of The Double. So I was so surprised to come here and see people comparing the two shows...lol...
I think for me it's because the "stepmom framing step daughter" theme is a common trope in many cdramas that I might have gotten used to it and didn't really notice it...
Oh yes, the mother daughter relationship is so sweet and cute. I hope it stays that way
But yes, even though I'm enjoying the story, this is the first time a FL voice is really getting to me😭 Though she seems smart and intelligent so far, her voice seems too childlike for the role? Usually I can tolerate childish voice, but I don't know why this is getting to me. Maybe it's just not meshing for the role😭
I will try to bear it though, since I'm enjoying the story so far.
I see people comparing this to The Double... Now, while I love that show, I absolutely do not see the comparison with this. This is VERY DIFFERENT in every way. I've tried to look for what you guys are saying, but I'm just not seeing the comparison...
If anything, this show is giving me The Story of Ming Lan vibes... The way the household is setup is definitely Ming Lan... And I'm enjoying it so far.
Maybe it's because The Double is fresh in yall minds that's why you guys are seeing it in every show? Lol.
Anyways, remeber, comparison is the thief of joy. Watch this show and enjoy it for what it is. Let it be its own show and find its footing.
It will be very unfair if people are not judging this show on its own merits, but based on other shows.
I can’t help but notice that all the characters have no forehead wrinkles, even the older 60+ years old characters.…
Yes, there's always a smoothening filter and a overly white filter added to cdramas. And most times this make the characters look pale. Sometimes you can't even see the tears when they cry💀
Lol their beauty standards are very high, and sometimes unrealistic... So no wrinkles out of place, or looking disheveled.😭
Lol well sometimes, dramas are filmed years before they are aired. Same themes can't be helped... it's just how…
Actually, this story does not give The Double's vibe at all. It feels more like The Story of Ming Lan. (The grandmother, the concubine being favored over the main wife, the spoiled concubine daughter, the passive dad who just loves the concubine...)
yep, More like Ming Lan. There's really nothing here that makes me think of The Double...
The Double did this "daughter accused as a child of hurting the pregnant favorite wife of the father and sent…
Lol well sometimes, dramas are filmed years before they are aired. Same themes can't be helped... it's just how the industry operates.
Also, I really love The Double, (one of my favorite show this year), but smart FLs did not start with that show. When we are talking about smart FL, she's not even the first to come to mind, so I'm not really seeing the comparison here.
How long have you been watching cdramas?? and how many have you watched so far?? You are basically describing MOST themes present in cdramas and attributing it only to The Double. That's unfair. If you watch cdramas, you should know these are general themes.
The Double did not invent them, they just followed many themes that has been done before. They just happen to do it slightly better.
There's nothing new under the sun. You just have to try and look at it from a fresh perspective
I have watched four episodes. I think first 3 episodes was very good but episode 4 little weak but l can't wait…
Have you seen the teaser for ep 5 &6??? Omg it looks like things are getting more and more interesting. The story really sets in and we learn more. Those teasers got me really excited!!
Why so low? Is it because people don’t like the actors and give bad ratings on purpose?
Lol no, I don't think so. I think it's because the show is genuinely not that good.
It's a famous novel that got adapted and the adaptation really bad and far from the novel (which is expected). Many shows do this and pull ot off well. But this show just strayed too far and didn't pull it off well, I guess.
The main example is what they did to Pei Yan character. In the novel, he was a complex person. He was never obsessed with the FL. He was formidable and to be reckoned with. He was a master strategist. "Love" was not his main focus. He was never obsessed with the FL. And this really was his story way more than the ML. But the show turned him into an obsessive creep with no substance, and worst of all I heard they gave his lines (from the novel) to the ML to make the ML look good. (Nothing against the actual actor).
Also, they added unnecessary plot lines that just never hit a climax point. So, of course, people are not going enjoy the show when things are changed so drastically for the worse.
Wow... these are all compliments... Am I the only one who finds the fake background annoying? The CG is really…
Lol it seems you really are the only one here so far. Lol I think the cgi is good (other than the dogs). I quite like the cinematography and the fight scenes.
It's okay if you don't like it. Not all dramas are made for everyone. You will find yours soon!
I gotta say, I am enjoying this so far. I came in with no expectations because I just learned about it like a week ago. I'm GLAD I gave it a chance...
The most surprising thing for me is the FL. I didn't know she could act this well. Before this show, I have only ever seen her in JOL and she didn't impress me then because she really had no role in that show. (Imo, She was just there for show, no substance. I didn'treally like how passive her character was.) BUT I'm so glad I gave this show a chance because she's such an amazing actress. She emotes so well, and her screen presence is very captivating. So far, she's carrying the show and making it more interesting.
I don't really know MLs acting (previous work) like that, so as for now, I have nothing to say about that.
As for the story, I'm enjoying it. I like that they gave the main leads interesting stories on their own. I'm interested in seeing how FL will revive her childhood friend (if it happens) and the back story of that, and I want to see how the ML will deal with his inner turmoil, being the chief (if it happens. Lol), and his journey to save the child. Separately, they are interesting, I believe, together, they will have an epic story too.
Though, it feels a little wanky sometimes when they jump from the leads story to the "bad palace" story with little to no explanation. But that seems interesting too, so I can't wait to see how it all plays out!! Also, I was not expecting that ending in ep 3??? Omg I thought they were friends???😭
PS: The cinematography of this is just beautiful to watch. It seems they really took their time producing this. Happy watching to me! Lol
What's wrong with celebrating marriage with family and friends. Recently, I have seen dramas follow the same format…
That's the issue with many cdramas... They start fine, then DRAG AND DRAG AND DRAG in the middle with nothing substantial happening, then they give us a rushed ending.
It's quite unfortunate that this drama fell in that category. We all had high hopes, but from like the 15th episode, I knew it was going to be like this... lol a romance drama with barely any romance.. sigh.. 💀
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But anyway, imagine my surprise when I came on here and everyone saying this show stole the idea from The Double, and keeps comparing it to the double🫠
Now don't get me wrong, I loved The Double. But is it the first cdrama to come out?? Have there never been other dramas before it with that trope??🙄 The comparison is getting annoying and it's making even people like me who loved The Double, starting to hate the damn show because of its annoying fans. 😒
Lol you will definitely love the chemistry in this one. It's utilized well... One moment they are calling eachother brother and sister, the next moment, the ML is kissing her 😂😂 It's quite a fun story.
Lol I kept putting off watching it for a while because of how long it was and also I didn't like the poster on Viki (lol petty, I know😭) But then I finally watched it last year and omg was I glad I did... I really liked that story and so far I have watched it two more times 😭
Every once in a while, I yell out "GU TING YE" to myself 😂
I think for me it's because the "stepmom framing step daughter" theme is a common trope in many cdramas that I might have gotten used to it and didn't really notice it...
Oh yes, the mother daughter relationship is so sweet and cute. I hope it stays that way
But yes, even though I'm enjoying the story, this is the first time a FL voice is really getting to me😭 Though she seems smart and intelligent so far, her voice seems too childlike for the role? Usually I can tolerate childish voice, but I don't know why this is getting to me. Maybe it's just not meshing for the role😭
I will try to bear it though, since I'm enjoying the story so far.
The story is very different to me.
They would always give us an SE if not for the fact that netizens be cursing out😭😭
I will be very suprised, indeed, if they changed this
If anything, this show is giving me The Story of Ming Lan vibes... The way the household is setup is definitely Ming Lan... And I'm enjoying it so far.
Maybe it's because The Double is fresh in yall minds that's why you guys are seeing it in every show? Lol.
Anyways, remeber, comparison is the thief of joy. Watch this show and enjoy it for what it is. Let it be its own show and find its footing.
It will be very unfair if people are not judging this show on its own merits, but based on other shows.
Lol their beauty standards are very high, and sometimes unrealistic... So no wrinkles out of place, or looking disheveled.😭
yep, More like Ming Lan. There's really nothing here that makes me think of The Double...
Also, I really love The Double, (one of my favorite show this year), but smart FLs did not start with that show. When we are talking about smart FL, she's not even the first to come to mind, so I'm not really seeing the comparison here.
How long have you been watching cdramas?? and how many have you watched so far?? You are basically describing MOST themes present in cdramas and attributing it only to The Double. That's unfair. If you watch cdramas, you should know these are general themes.
The Double did not invent them, they just followed many themes that has been done before. They just happen to do it slightly better.
There's nothing new under the sun. You just have to try and look at it from a fresh perspective
It's a famous novel that got adapted and the adaptation really bad and far from the novel (which is expected). Many shows do this and pull ot off well. But this show just strayed too far and didn't pull it off well, I guess.
The main example is what they did to Pei Yan character. In the novel, he was a complex person. He was never obsessed with the FL. He was formidable and to be reckoned with. He was a master strategist. "Love" was not his main focus. He was never obsessed with the FL. And this really was his story way more than the ML. But the show turned him into an obsessive creep with no substance, and worst of all I heard they gave his lines (from the novel) to the ML to make the ML look good. (Nothing against the actual actor).
Also, they added unnecessary plot lines that just never hit a climax point. So, of course, people are not going enjoy the show when things are changed so drastically for the worse.
It's okay if you don't like it. Not all dramas are made for everyone. You will find yours soon!
The most surprising thing for me is the FL. I didn't know she could act this well. Before this show, I have only ever seen her in JOL and she didn't impress me then because she really had no role in that show. (Imo, She was just there for show, no substance. I didn'treally like how passive her character was.) BUT I'm so glad I gave this show a chance because she's such an amazing actress. She emotes so well, and her screen presence is very captivating. So far, she's carrying the show and making it more interesting.
I don't really know MLs acting (previous work) like that, so as for now, I have nothing to say about that.
As for the story, I'm enjoying it. I like that they gave the main leads interesting stories on their own. I'm interested in seeing how FL will revive her childhood friend (if it happens) and the back story of that, and I want to see how the ML will deal with his inner turmoil, being the chief (if it happens. Lol), and his journey to save the child. Separately, they are interesting, I believe, together, they will have an epic story too.
Though, it feels a little wanky sometimes when they jump from the leads story to the "bad palace" story with little to no explanation. But that seems interesting too, so I can't wait to see how it all plays out!! Also, I was not expecting that ending in ep 3??? Omg I thought they were friends???😭
PS: The cinematography of this is just beautiful to watch. It seems they really took their time producing this. Happy watching to me! Lol
If that's how you feel, you had a choice not to reply to her comment personally. You could have made your own stupid post and rant on there.
But since you took time out to reply to her, don't be a dick. Take your buzzkill attitude and go somewhere else.
She was just sharing a story about her past and how she relates to this show. It was a comforting story. Why did you reply like that?
It's quite unfortunate that this drama fell in that category. We all had high hopes, but from like the 15th episode, I knew it was going to be like this... lol a romance drama with barely any romance.. sigh.. 💀