no 1 dou zhao defender

Iconic couple pairing and an enjoyable story!

As someone who hasn't been enjoying the Xianxia and Xuanhuan dramas that released recently, I really liked "Love in the Clouds" as it was a rather light-hearted watch with a beautiful cinematography! 💕

The storyline isn't anything unique or new either, but what I especially like is the subtle comedy and most important of all, Hou Minghao and Lu Yuxiao's chemistry (which felt non-existent in the second half though 😭)! They are perfect as the main cast of LITC and I really hope to see them together again in future shows.

I loved Lu Yuxiao as the second female lead in MJTY, so I was very excited to see her in this show. And she's doing well again! Just wish, we could've seen more of her scenes as a Warrior Godess.
I wouldn't say that some of the supporting cast's acting is the very best, but that doesn't disrupt the viewing experience, like it usually does for me.
One thing I'm upset about though is Situ Ling's transition to Chao Yuan and finally his downfall as I thought he could've tried to let go of the past and his obsessions.

Something I don't pay attention to in most dramas like I did with this one is that it subtly touched on some conflicts in the real world which I found well done.

Honorable mention: crazy CGI & visual fx, had to be said!! The styling is so gorgeous too 😍 (dare I say, Hou Minghao looks even better here than in "Fangs of Fortune")

Note: This is my first review, so idk what to write in it haha

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My all-time favorite C-Drama!

I’m finally writing a review for "Blossom", after rewatching it three times, and it only came out like 10 months ago!! I’ve never rewatched any other show this many times before.

Initially, I even dropped the drama a few episodes after the main leads’ wedding (Ep. 18) because I felt the story was starting to drag. But I’m so glad I picked it up again, because "Blossom" has proven itself to be my absolute favorite C-drama! Definitely recommend 💕

First of all, Meng Ziyi and Li Yunrui’s chemistry is simply unmatched. The way their characters supported each other, those subtle, knowing gazes, and the quiet tenderness between them: Every time they appeared on screen together, my heart melted. 😭 I’ve never felt this kind of warmth watching any other on-screen couple before. Dou Zhao and Song Mo were truly made for each other, total green flags! It was so beautiful to watch how their relationship developed. I absolutely love it when we get smart, capable leads who bring out the best in each other. I genuinely don’t think I’ll ever get over them, and now I can't wait for "Tigers Sniff the Rose" haha! 🎉🎉

The acting throughout felt so natural, and the story was beautifully executed. I especially loved how the revenge plot unfolded slowly yet so satisfyingly. Every character, even the supporting ones, was well-developed and had their own meaningful story. Although I initially thought Song Han’s switch-up was too much, his arc ended up adding so much depth, not just to him, but also to Miao Ansu and the overall story.
(Spoiler warning: I’m still heartbroken that Dou Ming had to die in this lifetime though. Honestly, words can’t express how much I despise Wei Tingyu and his sister after everything they did omg.)

And on top of all that, the cinematography, color grading and overall production were absolutely stunning. Truly a work of art - the production team ate!!

P.S.: Out of all the C-drama generals I’ve seen, Song Mo remains my favorite, hands down! And of course, Dou Zhao is one of my favorite female leads! Her character was beautifully written. Something about her patience and her inner resilience that moved me.

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Heartfelt youth drama about a teenager's personal journey and struggles!

Review (still in progress) ... will edit later ♡
It’s honestly been so long since a K-Drama hit me like this! Although there are a few overused tropes (typical high school bulliess, 2nd leads' romance arc and the list gies on ...), Spirit Fingers feels so refreshing. Love the concept of the art club as the backdrop for the characters’ stories.
It’s cute and a little silly, but also surprisingly relatable. I forgot when I last actually enjoyed a youth drama this much. The characters actually feel real, especially Song Uyeon with her own insecurities, her low self-esteem and familial struggles hit me so hard. I’m really excited to see how she grows and learns to love herself more throughout the series.
And then there’s Nam Gijeong… the complete opposite of her! He’s loud, goofy, and totally shameless in how much he likes her. They balance each other out so perfectly. I only started watching this because of him (I’m weak for the lovesick fool type haha 😭), but I stayed because they’re just so cute together. That confession scene which basically was a proposal? I was screaming, was so unexpectedly hilarious. Love how his friends support his delusions too.
Also really curious about how Uyeon’s relationship with her best friends at school will develop. There’s so much potential there for genuine emotional growth, especially with her mom too. I’m hoping we’ll get some heartfelt mother-daughter moments later on.
If you're in for a light and quick watch, do try it!

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