Do not watch this if you just wanted a lighthearted Cdrama
This Cdrama is frustrating at most. I just watched this at first because of the FL who is my fave actress but after watching her playing this kind of role, I totally don't want to watch her in any Cdramas again...Waste of time watching this.
If you want to watch lighthearted drama, try watching A Girl Like Me, Love Hypnotic, Love and Redemption.
I watched simultaneously with this drama, the Miss the Dragon. Nice at first but boring till the end.
I like the actors in this drama though, they totally nailed it. The storyline just killed it.
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The best Cdrama ever
I finished all the episodes. I really like Ryan Ding Yuxi’s character in here and looking forward to watching more of his drama series.I watched Ryan first in the Romance of Tiger and Rose, I also loved it.
Thinking of watching Intense Love after this.
Hope Ryan will continue to choose great drama to act on.
As for Esther Yu, I do not like much of her acting but her character is great in this drama.
I like also the story of the 2nd Female Lead and 2nd Male Lead.
Great Cdrama to watch this year, never a dragging moment in any episodes.
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Cdrama’s best this year
Watch this cdrama and you will not regret it. I have watched the first two seasons of the Eternal love and now in the third season, it evoked the same feeling of lightheartedness. I like the scriptwriter and so far, all his films are the best. Watch this Cdrama. 👍👍👍👍👍I was watching the other film of the FL,
Time Flies and You are Here, but kinda disappointed. It changed my image of her.
The Cdrama was poorly written.
I thought I will like the Miss the Dragon since it was kinda exciting at first but as it was prolonged, it became dragging to the point of losing my interest in continuing to watch it.
So, better watch this. It will surely make your day.
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Uneven Romance
Blossoms in Adversity is an engaging drama that has captured the attention of many viewers with its strong performances, polished pacing, and high production values. The cast is well-chosen, and the storytelling is compelling enough to keep audiences invested from beginning to end. However, while the drama has undeniable strengths, it also leaves room for critique—particularly in how the romance and certain character decisions are handled.The acting is consistently solid. The leads embody their roles with skill, and the supporting cast adds depth to the narrative. The chemistry between the characters works on screen, although the dynamics between the male and female leads sometimes feel unbalanced.
For the period in which the story is set, the female lead comes across as unusually straightforward and at times lacking reservation. She is often the one making the first move towards the male lead, while he, in contrast, can go for days without showing much initiative or even visiting her. This imbalance makes the romance feel underdeveloped, as the emotional investment seems one-sided.
Her strength and vision in handling business matters are admirable, but her management style can also feel abrupt. For example, in the cooking competition, she hastily appointed her maid-turned-cook as the manager, which led to an incident that could have been avoided had there been a backup plan. Moreover, she allowed her representative to face insults from professional chefs without properly managing or defending the situation, which somewhat undermined her leadership image.
One of the weaker aspects of Blossoms in Adversity is the romance. While viewers might expect more emotional connection and tenderness between the leads, the relationship feels underexplored and occasionally stagnant. The female lead’s eagerness contrasts sharply with the male lead’s detachment, which makes the romance less satisfying compared to the strength of the overall plot.
Visually, the production is stunning. From costumes and sets to cinematography, the attention to detail enhances the atmosphere and makes the period setting believable. Every frame feels thoughtfully crafted, and the cultural authenticity adds richness to the viewing experience.
While Blossoms in Adversity may fall short in delivering a convincing romance and occasionally presents a female lead whose decisiveness borders on rashness, it still stands out as a drama worth watching. Its strengths in acting, pacing, and production design outweigh its flaws, making it a compelling series that keeps viewers engaged throughout.
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Nice at first but dragging after episode 20
I watched the show because of Ding Yuxi. He is really a wonderful actor and handsome, too. I like how he portrays the Medical Doctor role.Good thing also about the female lead, Zhang Yuxi, because she did not do the childish voice like most of Chinese drama employs either to the female lead or supporting actor.
Apart from dragging story after episode 20, the Intense Love Chinese drama is very refreshing and enjoyable to watch. No heavy drama, which I like.
Three love story in one show.
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