Absolute Cinema!
Amazing! I need a sequel, a behind the scenes documentary, and four spinoffs. This drama was just too good, and an absolute pleasure to watch. I can not put into words how enthralled I was by the cast. I grew so attached to every single character. Everyone arrived to this set locked in! I loved how each relationship, romantic or not, was written with so much care and thoughtfulness. Unlike some other dramas, never once did I feel like a character's morals were being compromised to move the plot along. I am definitely going to be rewatching this thirty more times 😭Was this review helpful to you?
Kdramas are soo backk!!! (●'◡'●)
As I was watching 3 dramas at the same time, I didn't have time to start this show as soon as all the episodes got out...and I'm finally watching it!I'm sooo loving it this far!!
It has all the things that makes me feel like the old Kdramas, comedy-all the way, visuals-wohoo, romance-budding and sooo cutee
So far it reminds me of Hometown Cha Cha Cha, Vincenzo and business proposal <3
And the standards Jung Hae In is settingg....wooff- PERFECTT 🤭
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Press Play; The Fun
I think you should go tap the play button and check this out, if you are looking for something entertaining, fun, hilarious and sometimes emotional, something that doesn't go with a rom-com genre or anƴ usual genre. This just feel innovative, I don't remember watching this kind of plot before and that was what made everything more interesting .I didn't think I would stick through with this while I started and here I am savouring the ending I never really wanted this to come to an end this early. Will miss this a lot, almost every moment was hilarious and fun, but some moments just hits emotional. Can't count the number of times I laughed aloud, had smiles and made empathy with few characters.
First of all, I loved the unique plot: about housing. A man who wants to embezzle 17.8 billion won to save his boss (who was like a father to him) from prison. I don't remember watching a similar Korean genre and that made it hit differently. Finally not a rom-com, supernatural or action, Just something lighthearted, emotional as and thrilling.
I think I love this show a lot more than expected, the fake family that turned it a strong bond that surpasses that of a real family. The way Hae Gang and Tae Man expressed their father and son love, when Tae Man was just someone who helped Hae Gang when he was much younger and raised him into he is today, just feels genuine even with the less backstories given. The chemistry between the leads, that doesn't need to be shouted aloud, from their gaze, care and talks, Love it all.
The show had an interesting villains, that actually suprised me a lot, I thing it's the actor behind the face that perfected the villain. The actor did an amazing job with the portrayal of a villain, that laugh, shout, cry, mockingly pity and all other emotions, was a great depiction, the villain had this perfect portrayal of comedic, yet menacing looks that actually clicks right each time.
Talking about the chemistry he had with he had with the ML Hae Gang, when he just behaved so unserious, the interaction and dialogue they had when Hae Gang found out Lee Chung Won embezzled the money was fun and interesting, them sipping drink from the straw staring at each other was PEAK.
They were characters I became invested in unknowingly, I never expected that I would love Suk Jin, at first I thought of her as a troublemaker and fault finder, but I think it stems from her righteous zeal to help the residents and I warmed up to her without knowing.
I enjoyed the Kang sisters relationship, whatever things that caused conflicts between them was for the other protection. and It was endearing watching them trying to protect each other.
I love, loved the ending I was busy eating everything up Lee Chung Won being arrested and Hae Gang and his team openly exposing his crime, seeing him in that state of true anger was the first time I saw that real pain form the character, and the actor portrayed it so well. I would have loved to see the more story between Ha Jeong and her other pair. Seeing the come together after three years was for the old times and had two new member, even them meeting with the residents again was heartwarming. They must have being thrilled meeting the President LOL Hahaha. Would have loved the story to delve more into things esp at the ending episodes but with the limited twelve episodes the story did a good job.
Overall, I think you should go watch this if you have nothing to watch and you just want something fun entertaining and new. I haven't watched Ji Sung in a show before and I have heard of his wonderful performances, seeing it firsthand is always better, the other cast also did a great job and to our villain an applaud and award.
I think I found this story more engaging than I expected making me stick around till the end which I haven't mostly done 2026, so It's a big win. I enjoyed this family and residents a lot.
Rating 8.5
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The standards are in hell.
If you ask me, this is a borderline pedo fantasy - making Risa legally old enough there is no issue, while also making her mentally a toddler. She was beyond childish, innocent and naive, she was written to act like a child. This is a juvenile acid dream. I’m giving one star for Sakurada Dori and half star for how ridiculously entertained I was while ranting about this drama. That’s it.Risa was just painful to watch. Someone could stab her with a knife and she would apologize to them. She was tested and threatened with sexual assault, and she thanked the person who did that. Girl was threatened with sexual assault but 80% of men in this show, and she stayed friends with them, because why not. Why did she have a mentally of someone who has been in an abusive relationship for the past 76 reincarnation cycles? She had no individual thought in her brain. Whatever someone said, she internalized it so hard. It was sad. And she had no concept of boundaries. Honestly, isn't this drama offensive for people who live in the countryside? Because this is how they excused and explained her behavior - she was dumb, innocent and knew nothing, because she was from the countryside.
The thing is, the drama was not even subtle at selling “child-adult” like romance, with Risa saying things like "I'm not cute. I'm just a kid". No, you are a grown up woman, the infantilization was wild. "Don't grow up so quickly" - WHAT DO YOU MEAN? She grew, she is an adult, she is not a child. Why would a grown up man want his partner to stay in that toddler like mentality, unless he has some pdf preferences? She said she wants to learn to be more independent and mature, and he went: nah. And there are more lines like that. Ride be saying “If this goes on, I’ll always remain as a child.” YOU ARE NOT A CHILD!
It did not help that often her reactions were framed as "overrelations" (don’t get me wrong, she did panic about most basic and random shit), but the whole concept and all the plot lines were not normal in the first place. There is no normal reaction for this abnormal situation. And they keep drilling into my head how much she needs him with lines like "I realized after being apart from you... That I'm too useless when you aren't with me" Baby girl, you were useless when he was around too.
And I kept being reminded how inexperienced she is. "Fukami-san you are too skilled" she said after he kissed you like he was possessed by a teen spirit of Park Shin Hye.
There was one thing I agreed on with Fukami Hiroto though: "When I'm with you, I become absentminded" - same. She was draining all the working neurons out of my brain. The drama tried to make me believe he changed for her and became more human-like, but only for Risa... but what do you mean? He did not behave like a normal human being with her either. But then did anyone in the show act like a real person? I still cannot move on from Risa’s bestie wanting to borrow Hiroto and then go on a threesome date with them, to try to steal him.
As for their romance, every episode I kept asking myself - so why do they love each other? Throughout the whole drama they did not have one proper conversation. We had it all in just one episode - holding hands, hugs, kisses, devil’s tango - BUT NOT ONE PROPER CONVERSATION. They kept saying things, proclaiming undying love and I kept screaming “WHAT DO YOU MEAN?”. This was the most empty superficial love story on the planet of the Earth... and honestly any other planet in the whole universe. I still don't really know what they loved about each other.
I love some good age gap relationships in dramas, they often bring more realistic and well explored conflicts between the couple. The age gap was not the issue. The mental development was. She was in her 20s, he was in his 30s, maturity and experience wise, she was in her 10s. There were so many moments that were just framed in such a weird way. Example: her trying black coffee and acting as if the guy is trying to make her take hard drugs - I thought she might get a panic attack from the stress of it all.
Then we have some of the most ridiculous love rivalries ever. Tsubasa Yoshiki argues that Fukami Hiroto has no claim over Rise, because he did not know her that long… when in fact we know they literally saw/met her and got interested in her on the same day, maybe 30 minutes apart if I’m being generous. Not that it matters - you can know and love someone for years, it does not mean shit. Then we had a frenemy CEO who sexually harassed her, a stalker who sexually harassed her, and an ML’s assistant who sexually harassed her. You see the pattern right?
I don’t even want to talk about how every man in this drama got interested in Risa, because of her looking like a scared and shy child. Or how there was not one normal and healthy relationship of any kind - romantic, platonic or familial.
Production wise it was not any better. I still remember the make over compilation, where for some strange reason they decided to make the background keep matching the color of her outfit, so you could not really see much of how she looks - everything blended too well. Or how in the same scene, different angles our male lead would be shirtless in one shot, another angle long sleeve shirt - same bed, same moment.. Who cares about the continuity. Placement of the music? Wild. What was that euro summer club party from 2010s music during the attack and rescue scene?
Acting wise I truly have no thought. This is not the writing that could have been saved by performances. Risa was supposed to have one “scared and shy” face, Sakurada Dori was just supposed to look hot. That’s it. I can hear the directors suggestions just stating “male lead needs to be hot, female lead needs to act toddler”.
Overall, I am just left with one question - who the heck is the target audience for stuff like that?
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The Most "Meh" Show Ever
This show had the potential to be so great. The story was interesting and the plot progression was pretty good. However, what really brings the show down are the male and female leads. I just couldn't find myself rooting for them, and their chemistry was basically nonexistent. In comparison, I loved almost all of the side characters so much! They single handedly carried the heart of this show on their backs. Each and every single one of them had more compelling performances and character arcs than the two main characters. By episode 20 I just didn't care for the protagonist's romance anymore, and wanted to skip over their scenes entirely. It was a good cast weighed down by a mid main couple. :/Was this review helpful to you?
A Tragic Finale That Unintentionally Validates the True Villain
I understand that the point of the story was to highlight Moo-hyuk’s heartbreaking and unfair life, but how Eun-chae’s father was handled in the end leaves a bitter taste. The fact that the truth was never revealed almost feels like a validation of his actions. Everything turned out "fine" for the wealthy family, while he never faced a single consequence for destroying Moo-hyuk's life from the moment he was born. He is a deeply cruel character from start to finish; I doubt even his own daughter's death would have changed him. He would surely keep justifying himself until the end.
By depriving him of a family, Eun-chae’s father stole Moo-hyuk’s access to an education and emotional stability. Without those tools, he fell into a dangerous, forced kind of love, desperately clinging to an unfaithful and toxic relationship that triggered the entire tragedy. It's worth noting that Yune was in almost the exact same position: despite all his privilege, his immaturity kept him obsessively chasing Min-joo without knowing how to let go. Both ended up broken by the same environment. In conclusion, every single misfortune in this story leads right back to the same culprit.
This ending sends a dangerous message: it implies that certain people have the right to make drastic decisions about others' lives under the guise of "protection." Nobody has the right to decide for you or shape your destiny behind your back. A tragedy where the real villain won by getting away with it.
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i was hesitant because its not from big bl companies but ngl the actings way better that those bl companies. i like the stories of the characters around them but i hope they executed them well. too bad because the book is thick and for sure they have good stories but its not showed here.
chemistry between the leads are good. the top is downbad and has personality (according to my friend and thats why they love him)
i like where characters are flawed because thats part of their developments its not all sunshines and rainbows.
my friend and i laughs at the filler scenes where the male lead's haircut is different from the rest of the episodes. the prod prolly wants the episodes to be longer.
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Love That Endures, Love That Sacrifices, Love That Lets Go
This was such a beautiful and enjoyable journey. I went into this drama expecting a fantasy romance, but it turned out to be so much more. The seven tribulations kept the story interesting because each one brought a different setting, different challenges, and a new side of Chu Kong and Xiang Yun's relationship.What I loved most was how the drama explored different kinds of love.
Chu Kong and Xiang Yun's story is about a love that endures. Through countless misunderstandings, challenges, and circumstances that constantly test their relationship, their connection continues to grow. Their journey really made me appreciate the idea that genuine love can endure even when life makes it difficult.
But the drama doesn't focus only on romantic love. Zihui and Jin Luo also have a touching story that shows another side of devotion and love. Their relationship brought some very emotional moments for me.
I also found Xiu Ming's character particularly interesting. His feelings and the way he approaches love offer a different perspective—one that made me think about how love isn't always about getting what you want. Sometimes, genuine love can also mean caring deeply for someone and wanting the best for them.
And I can't leave out the sibling bond between Jin Lian and Jin Luo. Their relationship reminded me that love isn't only something shared between couples. The love and protectiveness between family members can be just as powerful.
I really enjoyed Xiang Yun as a character. She's playful, curious, and sometimes hilariously mischievous, but she's also clever, brave, and surprisingly perceptive. Watching her grow throughout the story was one of my favorite parts. Chu Kong's serious personality contrasted so well with hers, giving us plenty of funny moments along the way. 😂
The drama also did a great job balancing romance, comedy, fantasy, mystery, and emotional moments. I definitely shed some tears, but surprisingly, I wouldn't describe it as overwhelmingly heartbreaking. The lighter moments helped balance the emotional ones, so I could enjoy the journey without feeling completely devastated. 😅
Of course, it wasn't perfect. Some parts became a little complicated, and there were moments when the pacing felt slower than I would have liked. Not every tribulation affected me equally either. But overall, the good definitely outweighed the flaws.
What stayed with me most after finishing this drama is its message about love in its many forms. Love can mean enduring, protecting, sacrificing, supporting, and sometimes simply wanting happiness for someone you care about.
In a world that can sometimes feel crazy and hopeless, it's comforting to watch a story that reminds us that genuine love can endure. ❤️
I laughed, cried, got frustrated, and became completely invested in these characters. Most importantly, I finished the drama feeling satisfied, emotional, and inspired.
9.5/10 for me. Definitely a drama worth watching. ❤️
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10/10
"Why and for whom did I mistreat myself so cruelty? The one who dragged me to into the darkness... was none other than myself. I was killing myself."I can't explain how much I loved this k-drama, how captivated it kept me from one episode to the next, or how involved I was in the story.
From actors I already knew and adored from other k-dramas (21,25; It's okay to not be okay, Weak Hero Class 2) to the story that was so well written.
And the subtleties were there. It wasn't just a ghost story, it was about such a timely subject.
"We tried our best to survive. But you all... want to die.
She was lonely and struggling. So she wanted to die. She had no idea what true loneliness and pain felt like.
She wanted to let go of a life that I desperately yearned to have!"
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Hou Fu Er Ye Chao Chong De (2025) Also known as: 侯府二爺超寵的 (Google Translated: The Second Young Master of the Marquis's Residence is Super Spoiled) is a cute romance miniseries set within a historical era with ML: Wang Yu Wei (as Luo Jiu Xiao) and FL: Zhu Mo Yan (as Ye Qing Cheng) in the leading couple's roles. The cast did a good job bringing their characters to life and the leading couple had a good rapport and pleasant interactions. The female lead is strong minded, resourceful, and possesses profound practical intelligence which the male lead highly admired, he equally admires her pure heart and kindness, As they interacted, and with full support of his mother and the household, they fell in love and became a wholesome family in the Marquis' household. SPOILER ALERT!!! Although the drama was entertaining, it should have been given a bit more time to give the leading couple a proper romantic plot; as it is, they fell in love with each other but the drama ended just with that, no romantic scenes to follow after they got together.
In the meantime, you can watch the drama on YouTube under the caption: "Widowed and pregnant, she entered his home.He was cold—until her strength melted his heart.+ (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MMxdylDoX_I)
or "【Addicted to Her Night】Pregnant Widow Enters Manor: Unmasked Brother-in-Law's Dark Obsession!" (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lByNEqoNoAE)
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What really makes this drama work, however, is the chemistry between the residents and the sense of community inside the apartment complex. The drama does an excellent job of creating a believable neighborhood atmosphere. The residents do not feel like random supporting characters who exist only to help move the main plot forward. Their personalities, conflicts, interactions, and gradual relationships with one another give the apartment a sense of life. Over time, the setting itself almost becomes another character in the story.The found-family chemistry is easily one of the strongest aspects of the drama. What begins as a fake or transactional relationship gradually develops into something much more genuine. The characters slowly start caring about each other, and the drama handles this development naturally rather than forcing emotional moments too early. By the later episodes, you can genuinely feel why these people have become important to one another. This aspect was also one of the elements viewers responded to most strongly, particularly the growing sense that the "fake family" had become a real family.
The cast also deserves credit for making this chaotic group dynamic work. The comedy is often exaggerated and absurd, but the actors understand the tone of the drama. They know when to play a scene broadly and when to bring it back to something more sincere. Ha Yoon-kyung, in particular, fits the energetic and comedic tone very well, while the interactions between the main characters and the supporting residents provide many of the drama's most enjoyable moments. The humor works best when it comes directly from the characters' personalities and their increasingly complicated relationships rather than from forced jokes.
From a storytelling perspective, the drama also deserves praise for its genre balance. The main conflict involves corruption, money, power, and morally questionable characters, but the show rarely becomes too dark or heavy. Instead, it packages serious issues in a relatively accessible and entertaining way, often using absurd situations and comedy to keep the tone light. This makes easier to watch than a typical crime thriller drama, although the large number of characters and subplots can occasionally make the narrative feel a little crowded.
That said, episodes 8–10 were probably the weakest stretch for me. The pacing becomes noticeably slower, and some parts feel like the story is temporarily losing momentum before reaching its final stretch. After the drama spends the earlier episodes building its conflicts and relationships, these episodes occasionally feel repetitive or less urgent than they should. The plot is still moving forward, but not always with the same energy and freshness as before. Personally, I found episodes 8–10 a little boring, especially compared with the stronger buildup in the earlier episodes.
This is where the drama could have benefited from tighter editing. Some scenes could have been shortened, and certain developments did not need as much time as they received. Ironically, while some viewers felt the later episodes maintained the excitement, the slower pacing around this section may depend heavily on whether you are more invested in the plot or in the characters themselves.
Overall, this drama succeeds because it understands that its greatest strength is, not simply the mystery surrounding the money or the corruption plot. Its real heart lies in the people living together, arguing with each other, helping each other, and gradually becoming something close to a family. The chemistry between the neighbors is excellent, and the drama captures the feeling of a community in a very warm and entertaining way.
The crime plot gives the story direction, the comedy keeps it fun, but the family and neighborhood chemistry is what makes the drama memorable. Even when the pacing slows down in episodes 8–10, I still wanted to continue because I had become attached to the characters and their relationships.
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ROAD TO SPLENDOR review.
The Road to Splendor is one of the more refreshing recent Chinese historical romances because it appears more interested in building a believable world and developing its characters than simply delivering familiar romantic tropes.The 36-episode drama follows Zhao Ling, a private salt dealer with humble origins and considerable ambition, and Fu Tingyun, a noblewoman forced into a dangerous situation after being falsely accused. Their relationship develops as they struggle through circumstances involving family, survival and political pressures What makes the drama stand out is its willingness to let its characters exist within the limitations of their society. The historical setting isn't merely decorative. Social expectations, family power, reputation and survival actually influence the characters' choices. This gives the story a stronger sense of realism than dramas where historical society merely functions as a beautiful backdrop.
The characterization is another major strength. The characters don't feel like simple archetypes designed to serve the romance. They have their own motivations, relationships and ways of thinking. Friendships, betrayals and struggles for survival are treated as meaningful parts of the story rather than obstacles that exist only to bring the leads closer together.
Most importantly, the romance develops gradually. The relationship between Zhao Ling and Fu Tingyun doesn't depend on instant attraction or exaggerated devotion. Their feelings grow through shared experiences, trust and mutual influence. When Zhao Ling eventually falls for her, his feelings don't simply turn him into a lovesick hero; Fu Tingyun becomes part of what motivates him to pursue greater ambitions. That makes his devotion feel earned rather than programmed into the character from episode one.
Fu Tingyun is particularly compelling. She possesses strength without being written as an invincible heroine. Her confidence feels different from arrogance, and the actress communicates her noble upbringing through her posture, expressions and general presence. Even when the character's circumstances change, she retains a sense of dignity. The emotional scenes surrounding betrayal are especially effective because the performance allows the character's vulnerability to exist alongside her strength.
The supporting cast also benefits from the drama's character-driven writing. Several viewers have similarly praised the ensemble and the fact that supporting characters have meaningful roles rather than existing purely as background figures.
Visually, the production is another advantage. Viewers have particularly praised the cinematography, costumes, colour grading and locations, although the opening action sequence received some criticism for confusing editing.
The drama isn't flawless. Some transitions between scenes can feel rushed, and there are moments where the storytelling could do a better job of explaining how one development leads to another. The male lead's performance may also divide viewers depending on how convincing they find his rougher, more street-smart side. Still, these weaknesses don't overwhelm the larger strengths of the drama.
Final verdict
The Road to Splendor is worth watching .
What makes it appealing isn't simply the romance. It's the feeling that the romance belongs to the story rather than the story existing for the romance.
It has survival, social realism, ambition, betrayal, friendship, character development and romance, and—most importantly—its characters are allowed to make mistakes and grow from them.
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DESTINED from reel to real! ?- ?
DESTINED from reel to real! 🎥- 🤎Gu Jiu Si (Played by Bai Jin Ting) who have a bad reputation -- a playboy, lazy, ignorant -- and the son of the wealthiest family in Yangzhou City.
Li Yu Ru (Played by Song Yi) is smart, elegant, and hardworking happen to meet and slightly offended Gu Jiu Si, because of that he planned a little revenge and announce (as a joke) to everyone that he will marry her.
Gu Jiu Si parents seize this opportunity to let him get married to her to avoid the marriage from the Princess who happens to be after their money.
The couple got married and planned to divorce when they found someone they truly love. But a lot of things happened and soon they slowly trust and fall for each other.
Honestly, I wanted to drop the drama towards the second half as it got more into court /palace drama, schemings and less about the main lead's love story, but I didn’t. I push it through because of BAI JIN TING. 😁
Since I’ve seen the New Life Begins before this drama, the chemistry of the FL & ML here is so-so for me. Bai Jin Ting is one of my favorite actors and I’ve watched most of his drama. He can pull any characters perfectly. This is my first drama of Song Yi so I can’t say much about her and from this drama I don’t think I will watch her other dramas.
Overall, it is okay for me and even though it’s a happy ending it is not my cup of tea. The episodes have ups and downs, there were episodes that are not interesting for me. Don't expect a heart fluttering story. I am not a fan of palace drama full of conniving officials, it gives me additional stress! Hahaha. 😂😅 This drama is for fans of political conflict, scheming, fighting, revenge and so on.
GENRE – Historical, Romance, Business
CAST – Bai Jin Ting, Song Yi
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My stress – reliver drama and my Go-to drama. ??♀️?
My stress – reliver drama and my Go-to drama. 😍🧘♀️🤎I recommend this drama for people who are having doubt or scared to start a costume/ historical drama. ROTR is a romantic, hilarious, light, relaxing and time travel drama that you can easily understand.
Chen Xiao Qian (played by Zhao Lusi) is a scriptwriter who poured blood, sweat, and tears into creating a big female-centric drama. When Actor Han read the script, he criticized it and halted the filming, Chen Xiao Qian vows to prove him wrong-until she accidentally gets transported to another world where her story has come to life. Now known as the 3rd princess Chen Qian Qian, the minor character with a bad reputation stated to die within three episodes, Chen Xiao Qian must find a way to reverse her fate, survive, and go home.
Prince Han Shuo (played by Ding Yuxi) A fictional character in Chen Xiao Qian's script, he is the only son of the Xuanhu City Leaders. Born with a heart defect, he was predicted to be able to only live to the age of 20. He voluntarily entered Huayuan City as a hostage prince with a secret agenda to impress the 2nd Princess, Chen Chu Chu, and to use her to obtain the Dragon Bone which was touted to be able to cure any illness or defect, and to restore a person to full health.
However, things did not go as planned when instead it was the 3rd Princess, Chen Qian Qian, who arbitrarily took him for her husband. Han Shuo decided to poison Chen Qian Qian on their wedding night but found himself facing a very different Chen Qian Qian whose strange ways and mannerisms begin to capture his attention and falls in love with her.
Prince Han Shuo is from the Xuanhu City where the Men are the superior. And Princess Chen Qian Qian is from Huanyuan City where the Women are the superior. They have complete opposite traditions and culture which is so funny because they must meet half-way to have peace in their lives.😁
Overall, this is my stress reliever drama or if I need a break from heavy, sad, and political drama I always re-watch this. Zhao Lusi and Ryan Ding have great chemistry. They are one of the best couples that I’ve seen. They are cute and their acting is so natural.
The ending is satisfying as well because when Chen Xiao Qian (the scripter) woke up, she remembers everything. And for Han Shuo, his memories were transferred to the Actor Han after an accident, so he remembers everything that happened too (back from the Huanyuan & Xuanhu City), and they lived happily ever after.
OST – Moonlight by Shuang Sheng, Yao Yang (nice and relaxing)
GENRE – Historical, Comedy, Romance
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“Those who have dreams are forever young.” – Su Cheng
“Those who have dreams are forever young.” – Su ChengThis is a light romantic comedy drama mixed with an E SPORT.
Han Shang Yan/Gun (played by Li Xian) is a computer genius, a high-cold e-sports idol. Han is a legend in the e-sports world. He was main member of the Solo team. After leaving the SOLO team, he established the K & K club. His dream is to take the club's young players to attack the world champion of cybersecurity CTF competitions.
Tong Nian (played by yang Zi) is a talented computer science major. She is optimistic, cheerful, soft, and cute. She attends the youth class at university and has the same high IQ as the male lead Han Shang Yan. After she falls in love with Han Shang Yan at first sight, she chooses to take the initiative to pursue a relationship with him.
This is my first drama for both Leads. I watched this drama because of Hu Yitian and found that he has less screen time and little lines. I’m not a fan of Tong Nian's character here. She is almost like a stalker, an obsessed girl who is blindly in love with a handsome guy, and immature. It was too cringy for me.
The plot is okay for me because it didn’t just focus on one thing but a lot of things like friendship, family, dreams, and love.
The chemistry of the leads are okay. Not best but okay. There are few episodes that are cute, sweet and give you butterfly in your stomach but that's it. It didn't give me the urge to crave for another drama with them together again. ( I saw they will have a new drama together maybe in that one there chemistry will be superb. )
The friendship of the solo team is one of the best for me. They are not just friends, they are family! They may have ups and downs, arguments, and misunderstandings but at the end of the day they will still support each other as always.
Overall, the drama was okay for me for the first few episodes but dragged down towards the end. The story can be fit into 24 episodes, so it won’t be boring and repetitive.
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