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Perhaps, Yu Zheng’s audacious claim that his script surpasses Goblin, one of the most iconic K-dramas of all time, may have set unrealistic expectations.

I didn't watch Perfect Match but based on what you said, I'm going to check it out.

His acting, physical presence, and expressions carry a Shakespearean stage presence that draws me into his character, and his voice complements it. I think that’s why he was so good in TD—it suited his character perfectly.

Liang Yong Qi is using his own voice since it has no voice actor listed for him. It does have that same melancholy tone as in TD.

She’s a solid performer, but she always seems to end up in supporting roles. Maybe this role will help her land more Xianxia projects.

She got slimmer, which enhances the aesthetics with all those layers in fantasy costumes. Watching her in modern dramas, I noticed her well-proportioned figure, which makes her seem taller than her actual 5'5" I feel like she has blossomed late? She seems so pretty now and graceful too. I hope that is not taken as a negative.

I wonder if that's He Rui Xian's own voice. Even if it's not, it suits her character really well. The ominous tone in the voice matches the character's presence—calculating, deceptive, and quietly dangerous. She may be the antagonist that drives the plot tension or complicates the dynamics between the leads. I hope she goes full-on wicked and delivers a memorable villainous role—even if her arc were to eventually turns toward redemption. She sends her shadow—a phantom in the darkness, unseen and unstoppable—to kill in the dead of night. Ruthless and chilling. She smiles sweetly, embracing her own cruelty like an old friend. I'm not sure, but I think this may be her first Xianxia flying around and wielding a sword and wearing fantasy costumes.

[2025] Heat Index ranking ~ iQiyi
https://kisskh.at/list/3kPQMmO4

Although a heat index on a platform reflects engagement within that specific platform, such as iQiyi or Tencent, but does not necessarily correspond to global popularity.

According to Koala's Playground, in his characteristic brand of self-elevating grandeur, he claimed the script was better than the critically acclaimed 2016 K-drama Goblin in one of his rants.

I'll check it out

sounds like a real tearjerker to me

they may have intentionally made it subtle in case they want to make season 2, or some writers like to keep audience pondering, it's part of the intrigue

that's what I said ! The return of Master Gao in season 2! They made it that way to pave way for his comeback. It fits the nature of this series.

I see what you mean, there were tons and tons of 5's so they must have removed a lot of 5's and there were few 1's so they kept all the 1's driving the average score down significantly? They do this on MDL too, that's why it may be better to give a drama a 9 or 9.5 instead of perfect 10??

anything over 300K at his juncture is explosive because it means it will most likely get to 500K

Wei Yingluo, an embroidery maid, was not your classic heroine, but a dynamic, rule-breaking anti-heroine. Portrayed by Wu Jinyan in her iconic role, which earned her multiple awards, including three Best Actress awards, she was spirited, shrewd, and fearless—combative, sharp-witted, and audaciously cunning, with a bold, defiant nature. Driven by vengeance and justice, she thrived on strategy and manipulation, refusing to bow to authority. With unwavering determination, she rose through the ranks, outmaneuvering rivals and asserting her place in the Forbidden City. "The Story of Yanxi Palace was the most googled TV show in the world in 2018, despite Google being blocked in Mainland China, and was streamed over 15 billion times on iQIYI that year."

Douban's synopsis:
The plot synopsis of Linjiang Immortal · · · · · ·
About the husband and wife war between the Four Spirits Immortal Venerable Hua Ruyue (played by Bai Lu) and Dacheng Xuanzun Bai Jiusi (played by Zeng Shunxi). Whether she is the missing lover or has other plans, whether he loves her or hangs her, and it will see.

Actually, you raised my awareness of the story and themes and the more I think about the poetic meanings behind the Chinese title, it should make for a very good drama. There is a lot of emotional depth to the story that can draw you in.

In context of this story—a bitter, prolonged conflict. The "feud" refers to the "husband and wife war" between Hua Ruyue and Bai Jiusi, marked by misunderstanding, enmity, and tragedy (like the loss of their child and Hua Ruyue’s demise). Their conflict, fueled by hidden conspiracies and emotional turmoil, fits the definition of a feud as a deep, ongoing quarrel, which they must resolve to rediscover their love.

The title focuses on the surface-level conflict but misses the drama’s emotional depth, themes of redemption, and the mystical xianxia elements tied to their immortal identities and the larger conspiracy. It also doesn’t hint at the romantic and fantastical aspects that are central to the genre, which might be a key draw for viewers. The title "Feud" lacks the emotional and genre-specific hooks that could draw in the target audience of xianxia and romance fans.

I think so too but then someone on X post was hinting August. I hope it will be July so they can air FI sooner.