Love keeps ringing
Overall, it's an enjoyable rom-com.I like Dylan & Bai Lu, but the main couple’s storyline drags a lot 😮💨, especially in the middle. Luckily, their pacing does start to pick up again towards the end.
One great thing about this drama is that it has multiple couples and honestly, the third couple (Qin Shi Yue & Yu You) saved the slow middle part for me - they were my favorites!
Qin Shi Yue is funny, honest, decisive, and easily the most emotionally mature character... I honestly wished we had more scenes of her and Yu You.
Now, the most annoying issue (and I never thought I’d write this😅): did the writer ban every other way of interrupting a couple except phone calls?? They might have a thing for ringing phones… Seriously, the phone rings constantly from start to finish, always to interrupt the couple, and it becomes absurd. Add to that an excessive number of misunderstandings, and it gets a bit frustrating.
Despite its flaws, it still entertaining and offers a good amount of romance.
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Learn to respect the different ways of love
I truly loved the miniseries. I sincerely believe it effectively portrays, within the production's time constraints, how the diverse paths people take in life, their upbringing, learning experiences, and life events generate countless ways in which attachments and affections arise—attachments and feelings that, under more general or standard conditions, might not be perceived as normal or at least as more natural in terms of their developmental pace. The landscapes and nature also reflect this and the rhythms of life they create, which ties in very closely with the plot.Was this review helpful to you?
The best high school drama with the sweetest love
If you like high school dramas, this is. MUST WATCH!! This is my favorite high school drama!! Our Secret is one of those rare dramas that doesn’t try to be loud, dramatic, or artificially intense and that’s precisely why it works so beautifully.Zhou Si Yue is one of my all-time favorite male lead. He’s intelligent, confident, and effortlessly charming but never arrogant. What makes him special is how clear and intentional he is with Ding Xian, being such a green flag but with his own swagger and charm. From early on, his interest isn’t vague or confusing. It’s steady. Protective. Gentle. He is soo swoon worthy!!
He teases her, supports her, notices her in ways that feel deeply personal.
Ding Xian is soft-spoken but never weak. She’s thoughtful, disciplined, and emotionally sincere. What’s beautiful is how her love unfolds naturally, not through dramatic realizations, but through shared moments, trust, and emotional safety.
The chemistry between Zhou Si Yue and Ding Xian is understated but powerful. It’s in:
the glances that linger half a second too long.
the way he always shows up when she needs him.
Nothing feels forced. Nothing feels rushed. Their bond feels earned.
The high school portion is the soul of this drama. It’s pure, sweet, and quietly unique, the kind of first love that feels innocent without being naive.
There’s no cheap angst, no love triangles dragging things down but instead spices things up and steadies Zhou si yue's feelings for ding Xian! I love his cute jealous scenes.
What makes Our Secret special is its emotional honesty. It trusts the audience to notice small things. It doesn’t over-explain. It lets love unfold naturally, calmly, and sincerely. This drama isn’t just perfection, but also a picture of comfort, nostalgia, and first love bottled perfectly.
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OMG
At first l didn't know when this drama would be aired, and it turns out they've already released 4 episodes. Finished all in one sitting and can't wait for next episode ❤️ l love everything about this drama, male lead is so freakin handsome.. female lead is so pretty and stunning, l'm so in love with their chemistry, both acted sooooo well.. this kind of story is new for me and super fun to watch, ost is very good. Definitely will be one of my fav cdrama 🤩🤩Was this review helpful to you?
Hidden gem of 2025/ Highly underrated
This drama was amazing from beginning to end. If you want to watch a sweet, funny, heart warming story, with insightful lessons of family, independence ( not always feeling sorry about yourself when you can do something to change your situation or if you can’t at least try, than just throwing a pity party and blaming or envying others), with a an adorable hint of romance then you shouldn’t miss this masterpiece.1. Storyline
It was perfect. No unnecessary misunderstandings just simply beautiful. A girl who has worked so hard for her family business was about to lose everything due to her useless brother who wanted to sell it and she couldn’t do anything because family rules stated only males could inherit ownership of the business. She wishes she could meet the ancestor who made such a stupid rule and her wish is granted. Then the drama begins to make sure such a rule would never be made.
2. Acting
The actors were simply amazing, from the mains to the supporting cast everyone carried their roles perfectly, even the child actors. The characters were also well written.
I’m not one to write reviews but I did on this incase it can encourage anyone to watch the show. It was soo beautiful and I think it deserves more flowers than it received. So instead of wasting time go and watch it NOW!!! 😊
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Boring, monotonous
I'm on episode 11 and I'm about to give up.At first, it seemed really interesting, a mix of old-fashioned comedy and humor, but then it becomes monotonous, with boring dialogue, especially between the father and son. I've seen Chang Long in better comedies with funnier characters, but this isn't one of them.
Wang Ying Lu and Li Yun Rui seemed like they would be a strong couple that would elevate the series, but their characters just became boring. I'll give it a couple more episodes, but I don't think I'll finish it; it gets really dull.
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Breathtaking in every way...
I love everything about this story, I am a massive fan of both the lead actors and they did a phenomenal job with these lead characters. Their chemistry was natural, and brought the story to life in a way I feel like only they could. I haven't felt this attached to a Wuxia Fantasy in a while, one of like 3 in all of 2025 that really crept into my heart and nested there. I am so sad it is over, but I would rewatch this one just for the beautiful storytelling, believable acting, amazing chemistry, and the magic and creatures in this story were so well done. I Love the concept of this unwinding love that transcends through thousands of years over and over again, no matter how our leads met. It was thrilling to watch them fall in love three times over, and in unique ways each time. The story itself just worked for me in ways not many do.It was literally shaping up to be one of my all time favorite cdramas before the last two episodes completely decimated me. I am actually crying over this one. It hurts my soul that it ended this way. I don't even know what to do with myself in this moment. If you want to see a happy ending, stop before you get too far into ep 39 and you can live in la la land. I almost wish I had held off on the ending now but I also love that I did them justice in seeing it through despite my heart break, because even in the ending we get to see the depth of such a love.
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Was more captivated by Wang Xing Yue, haha.
For the most part, ML and FL were sweet enough, but what really caught my attention was Wang Xing Yue as Meng Xiao Dong. For such a young actor, he brought out the presence of a mature man. WXY in a suit is just 🥵😍. And in this drama, he’s in a suit most of the time.Meng Xiao Dong is so awkwardly cute when he likes someone, haha.
I also enjoyed all the snooker bits.
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Chemistry Not as Magical as Cherry Magic
Being a HUGE fan of Cherry Magic (I’ve watched the J drama, movie, and anime versions multiple times), I can’t help but compare this BL office romance with it. Honestly even if they come up with 10 more with this exact same story, I’m here for it. It was refreshing that this series only has 5 episodes, so it leaves the rest up to imagination. I didn’t like the fact that they keep harping on the older guy’s age as if 40 is on your deathbed. Carl Jung has said that 40 is when the true life really starts. Anyway I actually liked the younger guy’s acting much better. The protagonist Nozue (the 40 year old) seemed lackluster till the end, and even when he said he liked Togawa (the 30 year old), I didn’t quite believe him. He looked a bit constipated in his emotions, but Togawa was really into it. He was the “Kurosawa” character from Cherry Magic, but the protagonist- the one who feels stuck, unworthy, uninspired (the counterpart of Adachi) was neither as cute or interesting as Adachi was. I think if they had cast someone else as the lead, the chemistry could have been much better. This is what was lacking- the chemistry. Nevertheless, I still liked it, and perhaps my favorite part of the series was the intro/outro song Blue Blur" (feat. Mabanua) by Ryu Matsuyama really set the vibe- it was super romantic.Was this review helpful to you?
Visual Storytelling at Its Best
This drama has truly earned its praise, and for good reason. If you're just getting into Chinese dramas and looking for an amazing female-centric revenge story, "The Double" is the one to see. The visuals are stunning, featuring amazing cinematography, beautifully choreographed fight scenes, and only a few slow episodes (and that’s always a blast in my book with historical C dramas). It stands out as a top-notch palace intrigue drama.The story centers on Xue Fangfei, who faces betrayal by her husband and adopts a new identity to seek revenge. While the romance with Duke Su unfolds as a slow burn, it is ultimately satisfying. The chemistry between the leads is truly remarkable, and some of the best moments come from their interactions.
I liked the parallels the drama was trying to show us with what it would be like for our female lead to actually be with the man who cared for her as opposed to the disaster of her first marriage.
However, I do want to warn viewers who are seeking a heavy romance—this drama isn't that. This is a revenge-heavy drama about a woman hell-bent on restoring justice for everyone who didn’t get it.
Romance, here is just a cherry on top. I do think that some of the best episodes were of Duke Su and Xue Fangfei interactions.
I do have things to mention I believe were unnecessary.
Several elements I found less enjoyable, particularly after episode 30, where too much time becomes focused on the backstories of the villains, especially the Eldest Princess. Although it's important to understand her character, the amount of screen time felt excessive and could have been better balanced throughout the series. Those scenes were draggy and dialogues could have been cut in half.
One point of frustration was the abrupt cut of a kissing scene between the main leads near the end (it was somewhere after episode 30). Their romance doesn't feel fully bloomed until the final episode where the director finally chooses to include proper kissing scene. I think reason why it threw me off is because the drama itself does not gloss over bloody and violent scenes and sexual violence. So cutting off intimate interaction between main leads seemed extremely strange. But this is just me because I like my romance with lots of skinship if there is romance. otherwise, I don’t want any teasing with romantic upload if we are not going to get it in full.
For those who crave a clear happy ending, my recommendation is to stop watching the last episode after the marriage scene. The last ten minutes felt unnecessary and out of the left field.
While I appreciated the aesthetics of the closing moments and understood why the writers decided to go in that direction, I couldn't shake the feeling that the leads deserved a more definitive conclusion. After being so invested in their struggles for 40 episodes, the final twist—suggesting a meeting in the afterlife—felt like a punch to the gut. Our heroine ends up in misery, which feels undeserved after all she's been through.
I understand that some dramas aim for realistic endings, but after 40 episodes of suspension of my belief, I wanted a clear at least happy for now ending. Therefore, I docked half a point for that creator’s choice.
Overall, despite a few missteps, the cinematography, writing, and production value make "The Double" a must-watch.
Memorable episodes for me or episode 17 where our female lead is drunk. That scene in the rain was amazing.
Another memorable scene was when Xue Fangfei played a folk piece at the academy exam.
Despite my dislike of the ending, I actually did like the way the last 10 minutes were executed. Aesthetically that last sequence was very touching.
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Stunning 10 star Drama
Stellar cast of excellent actors who make you believe the characters they play are authentic relatable human beings. The 3 leads and the 2 actors portraying the mothers gave outstanding performances.The story was engaging- I was drawn into the lives of these characters. I liked the values portrayed about self actualization and growth. Each character worked thru his/her issues and demonstrated growth in a realistic manner.
There were hilarious laugh out loud scenes as well a dramatic uncomfortable scenes which tapped into a range of emotions. The number of episodes was a perfect fit for the story. I rate this series a 10!
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awesome chemistry
Honestly I've been in a C-drama slump lately, none can catch my attention. This was also my first impression of Song Weilong and he does live up to the hype. He is very handsome and has amazing chemistry with the FL. This is an office setting romance, rich FL and rich ML, CEO trope, and a little bit of a love triangle. I love how head strong the FL is but also isn't afraid to admit she is wrong. Her group of high school friends are all pretty nice except for one of them. She is very "pick me" and is toxic. This is a VERY slow burn and they don't get their first kiss until like episode 29 I think. However the chemistry is CHEMISTRYING and the kisses in the later episodes make up for it OMG. The plot is very attention catching and doesn't have any unnecesary plot holes or long dragging plots. Though the FL's dad's wife and daughter pmo a lot. but other than that i'd definetely give this drama a try, it's a good first starter c-drama too.Was this review helpful to you?
would you give me butterflies
Don't listen to bad reviews! If you love light, romantic, comforting dramas that feel warm, funny, and safe — the kind you’d rewatch when you just want to feel good — then WATCH THIS NOW!This felt like rain on a sunny day. Beautiful, romantic, fluffy, calming, and surprisingly satisfying. I was honestly shocked at how much I loved it, especially after seeing how low some of the ratings were. This should be sitting comfortably in the low 8s at minimum.
This drama felt like it was made for me.
LIKES
— The fashion, cast, and production are top-notch. There’s a nostalgic, comforting quality to the visuals that made the whole drama feel cozy and familiar.
— I fully expected the male lead to be boyish and the female lead to be a doormat — and I was wrong on both counts. He’s not childish at all, and she stands up for herself consistently.
— The pacing feels right. New characters are introduced naturally, nothing feels random, and the story flows smoothly.
— It genuinely feels like Marry My Husband meets Because This Is My First Life, which is basically my dream combo.
— Their chemistry is great, and I loved how fast things progressed without feeling rushed.
— I love how the male lead takes charge in a way that feels protective and intentional, not controlling.
— The first love side story was surprisingly sweet and meaningful.
— The first kiss was stunning, earned, and deeply reassuring — both for the viewers and for her as a character. It was manly of him to not let her push him away.
— The female lead’s mom is one of the best K-drama moms I’ve seen in a while — loving, understanding, forgiving, and emotionally healthy. A great role model.
— Episode 8, their night walk / first date? Absolutely beautiful. I was crying.
— This drama fixes its problems as it goes. Every time I thought, “please don’t drag this,” they resolved it quickly.
— The villains actually paid — fully. No soft landings, no “they still live okay” nonsense. One of them literally gets executed, which was shocking but satisfying.
— The second male lead’s character development surprised me in the best way. I ended up really liking him, and I’d honestly watch a spinoff of his story.
— The hate for this drama is completely unwarranted. This felt like one of the most complete light romance dramas I’ve seen in a long time.
— It doesn’t overcomplicate itself, but it gives you everything you need.
— Fake marriage, office romance, forced proximity, revenge, suspense, devotion — it’s literally everything I love rolled into one.
DISLIKES
— Around episode 6, I got genuinely annoyed when the cheating ex came back and she started letting him get away with things he absolutely did not deserve.
— (And even this? They fixed it. Quickly.)
FINAL THOUGHTS
I almost didn’t watch this because of the ratings, and that would have been a huge mistake. This is one of my top comfort, fluffy romance dramas, and I will absolutely rewatch it.
It’s warm. It’s romantic. It’s satisfying. It doesn’t waste your time. And it actually lets bad people face real consequences.
Rating: 10/10 for me.
If you love light romance with substance, clear devotion, and emotional payoff, don’t let the reviews scare you off like they almost scared me.
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Everything about this drama is very interesting and I love the ML and FL 🩷🩷 so much for their understand and trust they have for eachother till the end... makes me like it more😘👏👏💯💯❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️Was this review helpful to you?
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Subverted Cliches
Flashbacks aren't a favorite narrative device of mine, but My Fated Boy did them well, and they added greatly to the story. The viewer watched expectant neighboring parents pledge their unborn children to one another in marriage and then agonize as the daughter was born first, and the son was born seven years later, effectively ruining their plans. With each episode, we saw the little girl go from major disappointment that the new baby was a boy (when she'd hoped for a girl), to bullying and using the toddler baby as her scapegoat, to finally becoming his close friend and protector.He Yu was adorable as the smitten kitten totally in love with his childhood friend. The supporting cast was a joy, with screenwriter Meng Hu giving depth to characters other writers treat as paint by number. The wife of the CEO was smart, warm, and loyal to her sister, but she was also kind and considerate to her sister's rival. The 2FL was a breath of fresh air in drama world. She was passionate and determined (and I did dislike her greatly at first), but she grew from entitled to admirable. The FL's friends added to the warm and supportive feel. Other characters deviated from the run-of-the-mill drama script, which was refreshing! I'd see the set-up and groan that here comes another evil executive, and I'd have my expectations subverted. Thank goodness! And most of the noble idiocy acts were short and overcome quickly.
The OST fit the drama well, the cast was great, and the ML was the cutest puppy in love.
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