Great Suspenseful Time Loop Thriller That's an Absolute Gem
Reset is an amazing time loop drama that follows Li Shiqing (Zhao Jinmai) and Xiao Heyun (Bai Jingting), two strangers trapped in a repeating cycle aboard a bus that's destined to explode, as they work together to uncover the truth and break free before it's too late. And honestly? It delivers on all fronts.I truly enjoyed this drama. It’s been a very long time since I’ve seen something with a time loop premise and I was surprised at how good this was. It's fast-paced, full of suspense, and — what I appreciated most — it's character-driven. Unlike many high-concept thrillers that focus purely on action and forget that people actually need to care about the characters, Reset dedicates real screen time to the human elements.
The passengers on the bus our duo is investigating all have distinct backgrounds and struggles, and the drama treats them with genuine empathy. If you enjoy character studies, this will absolutely resonate with you. The best thing is that even with the character studies do not drag on. They are woven into the action really well.
The plot structure is tight and concise. No filler, no dragging, no "why is this still going" moments — every loop advances the plot with distinct clues and logical shifts, which keeps the pacing sharp from start to finish.
I also really enjoyed the slow-burn romance that develops between Li Shiqing and Xiao Heyun as they fight together to fix the time loop and come out alive. While romance isn’t in the forefront of the drama, it’s subtle, and it’s becoming obvious as the drama progresses. Bai Jingting and Zhao Jinmai have a natural, organic chemistry with a deeply protective dynamic that never falls into clichéd drama tropes. You root for both of them — as partners and as people — and honestly that's hard to pull off with the action in the central mystery and 15 episodes only.
Reset is truly a gem. Go watch it. You're welcome.
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Slow paced but must watch
In thsi generation seeing a slwo paced wuxian drama is quite rare. When i started i was always hoping for more ml screeen time. However, without knowing i am enjoying other characters details. Without reason nothing is happening. A clean way of meeting set up for ml and fl. In which these days dramas doesn't show. Drama is slow paced but different in several ways. But once watched i don't think i will go back and watch again. May be some scenes but not all.Was this review helpful to you?
dont judge before watching it for yourself
All I’m going to say is that this is as perfect as the Japanese version and worth the watch if you want to watch a cute BL. I was hesitant at first because I don’t like remakes, but after I watched it, I realized that the show is not as bad as people say it is. The chemistry between the actors was really cute and natural, and the comedy felt fun without trying too hard. I also liked how the Thai version added its own charm instead of copying everything scene by scene. Some moments were changed, but honestly, I think that made it more interesting to watch. The characters were lovable, the awkward moments were adorable, and the emotional scenes still hit well. Gemini and Fourth did an amazing job bringing the story to life in their own way. Overall, this remake deserves way more appreciation than it gets.Was this review helpful to you?
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Fabulous Perfomance by Dilraba and
story about a "demon" tamer who uses a mermaid to gain her physical freedom but gets her heart freed in the process. I binged this when I should have been studying for exams. That's how good it is. Also, probably a good idea to restock on tissues.What captivated me most about this show is the raw emotions that the leads managed to portray. I wish I could go back to the first time I watched this show to relive all those first time amazing show experiences. Will have to settle for plain Ole rewatches.
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Better than the Original Korean Version
I didn't realize until I finished watching the show that this was the Chinese remake of Descendents of the Sun. That being said, without comparing the two, I this was a great drama. If you are comparing the two, one of my problems was that the lead actress in DOS was not very likable which was fixed in the Chinese version. Definitely worth the watch whether or not you watch DOS. I appreciated Mika's perseverance and her attitude. I also liked the decision to make her look like a normal doctor (sans the heavy makeup and heels) and give her the attitude of a doctor.Was this review helpful to you?
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The Ending was Rushed
Follow Zhao Lusi in another STELLAR performance as a smart indepent woman in a period drama. The kicker with this drama is that every single character is written and acted out so well that it's impossible not to like everyone. Even the mother who i disliked for abandoning her baby because of a fortune teller, we'd redeemable and still likeable.The queens were an absolute riot kicking the Emperor out as he went through a midlife crisis every time the ML went through any sort of character Growth. He was also the biggest shipper of the ML and FL.The amount of dad jokes the Emperor dropped would make any dad proud.
despite the rushed ending IMHO it needed like 10 more episodes to properly wrap everything up.
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A Great Option for a First Cdrama
Follow Zhao Lusi in another STELLAR performance as a smart indepent woman in a period drama. The kicker with this drama is that every single character is written and acted out so well that it's impossible not to like everyone. Even the mother who i disliked for abandoning her baby because of a fortune teller, we'd redeemable and still likeable.The queens were an absolute riot kicking the Emperor out as he went through a midlife crisis every time the ML went through any sort of character Growth. He was also the biggest shipper of the ML and FL.The amount of dad jokes the Emperor dropped would make any dad proud.
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One of my Most Rewatched CDramas
IDK if i can even write anything here except the mom sucks, the king was a sociopath and his wife worse. The brothers really did love each other which makes everything sadder and the only person whose life wasn't absolutely miserable was the love fairy god dude. He was epic. This show is epic. Watch it once. twice. three times. Never stop.I'm not a fan of chinese music, however, I did like the ost in this show. Im also not sure why chinese people like the whole acting like a baby situation but it didnt overpower the story so it was okay.
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School Trip: Joined a Group I’m Not Close To
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SOOOOOOOOOOOOOO FLUFFY
HIIIIIIIIIIIIIIISPOILER WARNING!
so i found this one on tiktok like ANY bl fan did and i wanted to watch and OMG is the best fucking thing ive done in the world.
The cinematography looks so good, the acting is good, everything is so damn good.
possessive top x sweet bottom = feels!!!!!!!
the makeout scene in ep 11 was so shocking to me like i deadass had to hold my breath in cuz GIRLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLL that was crazy.
also the angst wasn't really angsty but it was a little sad
full rating = 9.5/10
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moving forward in the shadow of the past and making peace with it
I finished this drama a while ago and currently watching some parts to edit as a bookmark for myself. Overall the drama is good, I thought the C-Drama industry hadn't reached this level of film production (apparently I just didn't know hahaha). But this drama is a peak. However, I was a bit disturbed by their married life at first. It makes sense that the female lead can't move on from her ex, but her decision to accept the male lead's proposal was very hasty.I always feel sorry and guilty for what Jiang Cheng went through, I think he is the one who suffered the most. I hope he can live happily after what he has been through. I hope to see the punishment that Qi Yan gets for all the evil crimes he committed, but in this show it is not revealed, I think.
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Affecting, educational and inspirational - a story of hope for our tumultuous times
I’m so happy I watched this outstanding drama. Even though there were not all happy moments and the characters I cared deeply about endured enormous suffering for years on end, it really does validate the sentiment that “heaven is other people”.Sometimes people may first appear as an insignificant “little bug”, or so sheltered by privilege that their hurts might not register as profoundly as some, but in all it is people’s bravery, determination, self reflection and personal growth that makes all the difference.
As much as I was looking forward to the moment they all meet together again (after one other character I regretfully accepted wouldn’t be part of the big reunion) I still was not prepared for the dramatic emotional punch when they did.
I cried many times during this well-paced and meticulously crafted historical drama for the extreme sacrifices so many in the global south have to make just to reclaim their land, labour and dignity from European and imperial invaders but I was also uplifted thinking of the anti-imperial liberation struggles still ongoing today in Cuba and Venezuela; in Yemen, DRC, The Alliance of Sahel States, and Sudan; in Russia and North Korea; and in Iran and Palestine as well as many more, that a better world is eventually possible if we resist and fight.
I wish many full moons and full hearts for those who fight still even when the odds seem overwhelmingly outside their favor.
This is more than a historical retrospective; for communities still engaged in struggle and those in solidarity with them, Echoes of a Thousand Moons is an inspiration for our equally tumultuous and epoch-defining times.
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Beautiful story, acting and OST - ignore age gap concern - prepare to be in your feels.
I hesitated to watch due to research ahead and age gap ppl complained about, but SO glad I watched. 12/10, such a beautiful show.Truly amazing combination of character and relationship development, with strong respect and plot dev around age gap for ML/FL (I mean, age gaps portrayed like this are prominent in fantasy).
Beautiful cinematography and jaw-dropping OST (soundtrack). The depth of how love / care for another / fate / destiny is portrayed in this made me dehydrate from shedding so many tears by simply being SO touched by this show. 10 year anniversary soon and I can’t believe I just watched this for the 1st time. Will rewatch, which is rare for me.
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Played out tropes
You can enjoy this show if you turn off your brain and don't pay attention to the bad acting by one particular actor. The rest of the actors were good.I'm sick of the cold man/warm woman trope.
The FL literally calls the ML her master. Gross!
Open Ending
I loved that she wasn't depicted as traditionally attractive with her messy/weird hair and body odor, while the ML is depicted as very good looking.
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Loved it!
Ok so this isn't going to win any awards but if you love Jeff &/or Barcode and are looking for a chill slightly funny at times show full of utter nonsense this is your show. I was coming off of a couple pretty heavy shows so this was nice to just relax and enjoy. The PJ'S the put Jeff in should be the only thing he's allowed to wear! He's just a cute little adorable alien in this and Barcode always getting aggravated with him always made me smile. Like I said it's not winning any awards but I'm not wishing I could get the time I spent watching it back like other show (2gether, meow ears up & love is like a cat I'm looking at you). I went into it know it was supposed to be silly and ridiculous not thinking it was going to be some great epic. I mean it's about a alien and a bakery. 😂Was this review helpful to you?
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Seo Jung Woo for the win!
My Girl is a light, fast paced romcom that mixes fake identity chaos with romance and comedy. The drama itself works best when it leans into comedy and misunderstandings, especially the fake cousin identity setup and the messy situations that follow. The pacing is quick and the tone stays light, so it is easy to watch even when the plot gets a bit exaggerated. That said, some of the conflict feels stretched out and relies a bit too heavily on miscommunication, which can get repetitive after a while.What really holds the story back for me is Seol Gong Chan. His character was often quite mean to Joo Yoo Rin, and not just in a teasing way, but in a way that felt dismissive and emotionally harsh. Because of that, it was difficult to naturally root for their romance, since a lot of their early dynamic is built on him being cold, suspicious, or even unnecessarily strict towards her. Instead of feeling like a slow burn romance, it sometimes felt like Yoo Rin was constantly trying to earn basic kindness and understanding, which made the emotional side of the story less enjoyable and at times more frustrating than romantic. Even when the story tries to soften him later, it does not fully balance out how he treated her at the beginning.
On the other hand, Seo Jung Woo was a much more enjoyable character to watch, especially in relation to Joo Yoo Rin. He felt warmer, more expressive, and more naturally supportive in a way that made his presence feel comfortable rather than tense. Although he was portrayed as a playboy, his actions around Yoo Rin showed genuine care and emotional sincerity, and he rarely made her feel small or judged. That consistency made his character feel more trustworthy and easier to emotionally invest in, especially compared to Seol Gong Chan, who often shifted between cold control and sudden vulnerability.
The contrast between the two male leads also made the romance feel uneven, because Jung Woo’s affection felt more natural and consistent, while Gong Chan’s relationship with Yoo Rin felt more like it relied on narrative obligation and forced proximity rather than emotional compatibility. Even their interactions highlight this difference, since Jung Woo tends to communicate more openly while Gong Chan often shuts down or reacts harshly, which affects how believable the romantic progression feels overall.
Overall, My Girl is still fun and entertaining, but for me it is carried more by its comedic energy and Seo Jung Woo’s warmth than by Seol Gong Chan’s romantic presence, which never fully worked for me emotionally.
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