Reviews

Sweet and hollow as a marshmallow!

I am almost as disappointed as Mark was by how this drama turned out to be.

Now, there are two kinds of “no plot fluff” dramas. One that wraps you up in cozy, feel-good vibes and makes you feel warm. And then there is the other kind where it is so sugary, overloaded with sweetness and cliches, it gives you a sugar crash (metaphorical). This lands in the 2nd category for me.

The drama is light and fluffy, but it leans so far into cliche and surface-level storytelling that it forgets to offer anything remotely substantial. It started out promisingly with fun banter and a playful tone but quickly spiraled into repetitive campy comedy that we have already seen so many times.

Instead of staying in its fluff lane, the drama tried to juggle too many arcs with little to no payoff.
Romance? Check.
Jealousy arc? Check.
Family drama? Check.
Emotional growth? Well… it tried. Kind of. But none of it landed properly.

By the time we reached the last four episodes, it felt like someone had cut the script into pieces and taped them back in the wrong order. The editing was choppy and a bit incoherent.

Chemistry-wise, I will give credit where it’s due. The leads did have sparks and with a better script, I believe they could have delivered something memorable. But this script gave them so little to work with.
Still, their playful interactions and NC scenes were done tastefully well. Those moments did bring a silly smile to my face despite everything bland going on.

Another bright spot was Jimmy as Captain. He swooped in with such charm and even though he brought the classic jealous second lead trope, it somehow worked for me. He gave the show the energy it desperately needed.

I also enjoyed the OSTs here. Make me smile is my favourite from the lot!

In the end, this was a classic case of "style over substance", like a perfectly rich cake but when you cut into it, it's just air and disappointment.
Recommended If you are looking for fluff and fluff alone, this might scratch that itch. But don’t expect anything more than a cute smile and a lot of filler.

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Sweet characters but you will have to turn off your brain

This is a drama that starts off all mysterious combining Hitchcocks The Birds with amnesia, suspense, webtoon artist with time travel and a mysterious mechanic with well defined muscles and and a gaze that says I want to devour you and make you mine... But I must hold back and push you away...

Both leads and the second couple are a blast to watch, their friendships their conversations, the gazes... They are lovable, they are forward, complex human beings who can think for theme selves and while the male lead has his moments of I shall stop communicating in the name of protecting you the female lead just doesn't fall for it and goes her own way.... sometimes it makes things worse sometimes not but I find myself appreciating her lack of passiveness. She does have har moments of come on... but over all I loved her.


The story and its twists on the other hand are a waist of screen time. Messy at times, predictable other times, confusing (and not in a good way) the rest of the time.

The CGI is awfull... really, really, awful...

The villain (s) or attempts at villains are the type that will make your eyes roll and may have you wanting to cover your face from all the second hand embarrassment.

Not really a drama I would recommend but if you can find some fun fan edit of the top moments between the leads and the second couple go for it!

You could also watch this for the leads characters and interactions, just make sure to turn off any kind of brain power not needed for survival and you should be fine.

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Upgraded version of Addicted 2.0

The story is same to Lee Byung Hun and Lee Miyeon Addicted (2002). I watched that first and it doesn't give me impression despite "fresh" plot.

I watched it without try to remember previous film plot and the result was better than previous one in term of everything. It was like 2.0. The color palatte on this drama is pleasing and the shoot is unlike another common short drama. Ma Xiao Yu proved me he can act beside psychotic CEO or Mafia. Zhao Xixi acting is natural and has classy vibe. Hwang Bo is living my dream (sleeping while getting paid). The chemistry between Ma Xiao Yu and Zhao Xixi was fine. The kisses was real and hot. Zhao Xixi and Huang Bo are quite strong since they had co-starred on few short dramas before. Even Ma Xiao Yu and Huang Bo are quite like siblings vibe. I amazed with Mother acting. (Thumbs up to cast manager).

This short drama is morally grey since some people don't like the idea getting romantically involved with your spouse younger sibling and how Haoxun forced himself to become Haonan since he helplessly fall in love with Chuxia since college. Chuxia really loved Haonan. How Mother feels about both son and her internal conflict about family issue. I don't believe on soul swapped since they didnt put "Fantasy" on this drama.

For the ending, it depends on your perspective and i quite like they don't explain anything si(i think Chuxia knew Haoxun was pretending but she just shut up)

PS: Its first time drama using Sunboat-Little Sun (Its Okay That's Love OST)

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Zang Hai: The Path of a Legend

Told entirely through Zang Hai’s eyes, Legend of Zang Hai anchors itself in a singular perspective. We are tethered to his understanding of the world, which keeps tension high and mystery intact. When he senses danger, we brace ourselves. When he hesitates to trust, we mirror his doubts. This narrative constraint is most effective in the show’s first half, as new factions emerge and the stakes intensify.

The drama’s portrayal of power is sharp and unsparing. There is no romanticism, no illusion of justice. The powerless are ground beneath the wheels of authority. The Marquis sending commoners to die in the tomb, or craftsmen being coerced into offering their lives to repair imperial symbolism, are not exceptions but norms. What gave the story its heart, however, was Zang Hai’s resistance to this value system. He never bowed to noble titles or historical grandeur.

As the series unfolds, its coherence begins to fray. Many of Zang Hai’s narrow escapes were in fact engineered by Zhao. While this adds a layer of sinister manipulation, it also casts Zang Hai in a more passive light. For long stretches, he is moved rather than moving, acted upon rather than acting. His eventual defiance, when he turns Zhao’s mantra “to receive, you must give” back on him, is satisfying. But it also underscores how long Zhao held control over the entire game.

That pattern repeats elsewhere. Zang Hai finds himself in life-or-death situations only to be saved by companions who offer their lives on his behalf. They often cite his youth or the respect he commands as justification. These scenes start to feel overly staged. The plot armor becomes increasingly difficult to ignore.

Zang Hai’s unquestioning acceptance of Antu’s mother’s account is another weak point. For a character usually so measured and cautious, his decision to treat her words as absolute truth felt unearned and overly convenient.

The conclusion offers fitting consequences for the major antagonists. The Marquis, obsessed with legacy, sees his lineage erased. Cao, who feared abandonment, dies forgotten and alone. Zhao, fixated on control, is consumed by it. Even the emperor, seemingly indifferent to everything, falls due to one final self-serving choice. It all lands well but perhaps too cleanly. The symmetry of these fates feels constructed, as though drawn from a fable rather than unfolding naturally from the plot.

To its credit, the drama never loses its narrative focus. The revenge arc remains central from start to finish, and the plot does not meander or indulge in unnecessary subplots. Figures like Zhuang Zhifu maintain a level of unpredictability that helps carry the momentum all the way to the finale.

Still, the final villain is a weak link. His motivations are vague, his charisma nonexistent, and it is unclear why formidable minds like Zhao or the Marquis would follow him. The revelation that he was the masked figure all along does little to elevate his character. If anything, it further undermines the logic of the plot. His earlier decision to save Zhinu as a child feels completely disconnected from his later portrayal, and no satisfying explanation is given.

The female lead also falls short of potential. Early signs hinted that she might have a meaningful arc of her own, but this quickly collapses into an underdeveloped romance. Her emotional connection with Zang Hai feels abrupt and underwritten, and she too often exists as a supporting device rather than a character with agency. Her final display of martial skill is enjoyable but arrives far too late to make a real impact.

In the end, Legend of Zang Hai is a compelling and emotionally weighty drama. Its early episodes show sharp writing, strong character dynamics, and thematic depth. But late-game decisions, unearned turns, and moments of narrative convenience prevent it from reaching the upper echelon of historical dramas.

Visually, while the production design is careful and polished, the direction lacks distinctiveness. The camera does its job but rarely surprises. It feels composed, efficient, even elegant but not inspired. Compared to bolder visual storytelling in other recent dramas, this one feels restrained to the point of being forgettable. Don't get me wrong the effort and the master craftsmen ship is evident but it's they way it's shot that I have the issue with.

This is a drama that holds your attention, makes you think, and lingers in certain ways. But it falls short of leaving a lasting impression. The cracks, once noticed, are hard to unsee.

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I thought the ending WAS satisfying

Maybe the ending was a little rushed but I found the ending very satisfying. that's all I really wanted to say. I think a lot of people just didn't want it to end...? Which is understandable.

But wow, 10/10 from me. I never was so we excited to wake up every day and watch the next episode. I personally enjoyed the comedy of the relationship. I remember the first awkward days of my relationship and it was very relatable. I can see how some wanted more serious politics but I think we had plenty of that overall.

My only thing is I did feel that Wei Yan got weirdly brushed aside halfway through and then was randomly brought back, but also his character for me personally was very annoying (at least at first) so I didn't mind TOO much. I am willing to admit it's not a perfect drama but it's the first I have really enjoyed in a long time.

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Fighting is okay

It's just okay. The plot was fanciful. The actors were competent. Grandma was a surprise but somehow expected given how everything was going. Personally, I would have preferred the cop with the criminal but the other option wasn't bad either. Possibly the cop and criminal love story might have been a better watch. The mls in the last episode were way too sweet and by this time, I was rushing for the end.

The production was okay. The script somewhere between 'are they for real and yup it is what it is'. Don't go in thinking high drama, tension and realism. Keep your expectations at slight rom-com sprinkled with a decent dose of fantasy. With that mix, you will not be disappointed.

It was not a bad watch, but it could have been better. I've said it before, Taiwan needs to step up. After a hard day and a gentle unwind is needed, go watch.

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Gets better from ep 7 onwards

Feud, as the name suggests, is a lifelong dispute between two divine lovers—the lord 👑 of Dacheng, Bai Juisi, and Hua Ru Yue (lord siling) . A classic case of miscommunication leads them to blame each other for a heavenly sin. In the heat of the fight, Hua Ru Yue bursts her inner core (or so it seems) and ends her life.

Now reincarnated as Quinyue, a below-average disciple from the hell-remembers-what sect, she’s living a quiet life until a stupid sect commotion gets her injured. And boom—Bai Juisi receives a distress signal, comes and saving her. thinking she’s Ru Yue pretending to be someone else bai juisi marries her. The main plot begins ~

the plot seem very childish and annoying till episode 6 .. there after things begin unfolding in sort of a storyline which is perhaps more intriguing than how it was in the very previous episodes and later with siling's awakening and her faceoff with juisi followed by love tribulation ..this drama has lowkey started giving TTEOTM vibes,
As so far both dramas have strikingly pattern where the female lead oscillates between love and hate for ML. Regardless of her emotional turmoil, including multiple attempts to hurt him. The ML remains unwavering, he continues to love her deeply, offering her nothing else but overwhelming affection.
but even if the vibe of lead couple hits same ..the core theme of TTEOTM is quite different to this one, as here ML is not the curse and defeated [arty like he was in TTEOTM.

What I Liked So Far:

1. Bailu ❤️ – When have I not loved her? She’s my on-screen serotonin boost—gorgeous, effortlessly charming, and just… chef’s kiss. I adore her. A total heart stealer. 💕 later she turns into siling for the better atleast she is little less clingy than quinyue ..


2. Joseph – I was unsure at first, but his soft features bring a surprising charm to the role. That quiet intensity? Kinda working for me, even with his occasional arrogance. 🩵✨


3. Styling – Costumes , hair, accessories, makeup ✨✨—everything fits the tone beautifully. Well, almost everything. Quinyue’s wedding look in ep 2 and 3? That headpiece was a crime against aesthetics.


4. Set Design – Absolutely lovely! The pink flower theme 🌸🌸🌸 is straight out of a fairytale. Someone clearly paid attention to detail, and it shows.


5. CGI – Not the best, not the worst. It does the job. let's just say I’ve seen better,this is passable, not the cinematography though.





What Could Be Better:

1. Cinematography 🎥– Were they filming through a fogged-up window? Those hazy scenes are so blurry, even HD feels like it's giving up. A divine drama deserves more than a budget webcam filter.


2. Bailu’s Character – I hoped for a sharper, sassier Quinyue. She’s smart, yes, but often feels helpless surrounded by troubles or acting so delusional —especially when love’s involved. A little more wit and a little less cheese, please. Or just let Siling take over already—girl means business. Bring her with her savage.

3. Background Sounds – From annoying noises 🙉 to underwhelming Background score, the sound department clearly missed a few memos. It’s not immersive at all.





Did this drama hit that string in my heart?
Nope… not yet🥲 . I am loving it but not the way I expected ... Here's hoping it gets better in the upcoming episodes and reaches my expectations 🥹, making me change the ratings . 🤞 for that emotional punch!

edit :☝🏻 taking this back .. i am enjoying watching this show may be this is not going to be one of my fav but I'M LOVIN' IT nonetheless

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Painfully Childish, Hopelessly Absurd!

What a disappointingly lame story. I genuinely felt sorry for Bailu and Joseph, having to portray such poorly written characters in an even worse plot.

The so-called heavenly lord comes across as utterly brainless and incompetent, repeatedly allowing his wife to be captured and put in danger, and even nearly marrying another man simply because he’s suspicious of her?!

Tell me, what kind of "heavenly lord" is so foolish as to resort to such idiotic tests of his own wife?

Absolutely absurd. Childish commedy. A Waste of talent and time. Couldn’t stomach any more. Dropped at episode 4!

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Good enough for one-time watch. It was missing colours.

Like Apes63 said in the comment, it is a CliffsNotes version of the original drama, a small bite that serves just right when you don't have the time to re-watch the lengthier kdrama. It is indeed a bit dull compared to the original and lacks its charm.

I love the korean version, have seen it numerous times. Another thing where this one misses its mark is that Yagi Yusei tries too hard to imitate Ji Chang Wook's mannerism instead of making this role his own. Gotta admit, I do see a little bit of wookie in Yagi Yusei at times.

I am here because it is short and since I have already watched it so far, I might as well finish it. But I expected more.

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Went in one ear and out the other..

I feel it did start on the right foot and had a smart editing, but somewhere along the way they lost it with non substantial moments and plotlines that didn't develop or evolved the characters to make them multidimensional. And it's damn shame, because close to the end, this series showed what this drama could have been if it had better writing. It actually gave me one of the best and most heartbreaking back stories I've ever seen in a bl drama. I can't help but praise Mark for his performance as well. He is an A-class actor that managed to shine even in a series as this one. Don't get me wrong, this show was cute and I loved Mark and Ohm's chemistry, but if it actually focused on properly building up its characters and had less episodes, this would have turned into a brilliant mini series.

As for the side story, it was the biggest mess. It offered absolutely nothing. It was frustrating and complicated, but not complex or deep in any way. It took unnecessary time and space.

I will recommend it to people who just want something cute to pass their time, but for those who aren't interested, episode 10 alone will pull at your heartstrings. It can actually stand as an episode of its own and if I could rate it individually, it would get almost a perfect score from all aspects.

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Top Form is incredible

This is hands down one of the best shows I’ve ever watched. I’m not talking about just in the Thai BL genre. This series also raises the bar for Thai BL.

I felt incredibly connected to the story and the characters. The cinematography pulled me in more. The characters matter to me, I wanted to see them happy. One season doesn’t feel like enough! I cried at the last episode because I had come to love my Thursday nights with Top Form. This is a series I will keep watching on repeat.

Finally the actors! WOW. The whole cast was fantastic. Smart and Boom are so talented and had great chemistry. The NC scenes are unforgettable and contribute to the storyline. I’m talking UNFORGETTABLE.

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