If you like the enemies to lovers trope, you'll LOVE this drama!
First off, this was my very first international drama that I had ever watched. I loved it from beginning to end! The whole enemies to lovers trope was so well-written and it was a very fine line that slowly but gradually became crossed. When the two main leads would bicker, I would crack up laughing and when they would have their sweet moments I was like "Awwwww!". The OST is pretty great and I enjoyed listening to the ML's singing at different points throughout. The FML was quirky and quite funny and her backstory was so interesting (not gonna give any spoilers). The ML was intriguing and there were few moments where his acting was a bit stiff (I think this was his first lead role if I'm not mistaken), but I still enjoyed watching him overall. The second FML in this drove me absolutely crazy, in the best way possible--because she essentially plays the mean girl role and does it extremely well. The second ML was cute but, he didn't really stand out to me too, too much. Overall, as I said this drama has enemies to lovers trope written to a T! I've rewatched this drama three or four times at least, because it holds a special place in my heart.Was this review helpful to you?
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Cute and quirky
This is a cute and quirky show. I have watched it 3 times now! It is one of my very first CDramas and it hooked me! I recommend you watch it. It is a Netflix Original. Just a warning if you don’t have Netflix.Story- was good except when they threw in her ex fiancé in the last few episodes. He was going to “drive a wedge” between them. Ya like what happened with that? ? It was really NOT needed!
The ending was satisfying. Thank goodness! If you read some of my reviews the ending is always my biggest hang up.
In some parts of the show it was like they hand one of the actresses do their voice in an empty room when she was obviously outside and not indoors. It sounded bad! Did something happen to her voice while filming and so they dubbed it over with her in a room to save time or something??? I wonder if they honestly go through these shows and clean them up or if they just throw them out there once they have it done. It drives me nuts. Lol
Acting/Cast- I love the cast! They all did a great job. I think the main leads are my most favorite!
Rewatch- yep I will watch it again and again! I like that most episodes are about 30-35 minutes. It is amazing what they pack in that short of a time frame!
Also this show introduced me to Pocky Sticks! Haha my kids love them! Glad my Walmart sells them.?
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What a let down
I was actually rather enjoying the show for the most part. Fairly decent cast a really cute bully/3ML. 3ML arc was my favorite part. Yi Yang and Fang Fang were so cute together.The main story and couple Qing Qing and Situ Feng were cute enough and at the beginning I really loved Qing Qing's independence and NGAF attitude but in the latter episodes she really got on my nerves as did Situ Feng. But the thing I hated the most was that the last 5 episodes were just really meh and the whole storyline with Xin Ya's behavior during those eps was too damn much and it's a trope I hate above all others. Nothing redeeming about that shit!!
I wanted this to be a light, fun, romcom with cute ending but it was super annoying!
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The story line is perfect for me . We got to see not only the relationship between the main character and other side characters . From love to family to friendship to celebrity business!
The Story is so not only funny but romantic. It has many cute scenes that got me wanting to keep watching . The chemistry between the two main leads was perfect !
The music was great too , i even added one of the songs to my playlist .
If you are a fan of cute, short heart warming dramas , then this one is definitely for you !
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It’s been a year
Ok so fair warning I haven’t watched this drama in over a year and am now just reviewing it. I can’t really tell if I liked this drama or not. I will certainly give it something for it’s addictive quality. I binge watched this shit on a school night and got no sleep. I went to school and then continued to watch it in class. Another reason I liked this drama was because I enjoyed the female lead’s character well enough and the actress is drop dead gorgeous. I didn’t really care for the male lead. The one main thing I didn’t enjoy about the drama was the plot. A lot of Chinese slice of life(?) dramas have this problem for me. The plot has some events that happen that are absolutely ridiculous and are tropey(is this a word?). But I guess if you’re looking for a sense of escapism, this is your ideal drama. It was fun and light so overall not a bad drama.Was this review helpful to you?
I personally liked the both the male and female characters. The plot is sweet and interesting with nice humour,Though the starting of the is quite similar and old style but ull enjoy the story as the actors have done a commendable job and Justice to the characters.
Songs are also good , I personally liked all of them.
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Stiu Feng's character isn't all my favorite.
To be honest, I've re watched this show like two times,but what ticked me off was episodes 25-28, Stiu Feng got guilt tripped by Langti into marrying Xinya, but then cried when they had to break up. What I didn't understand is why nobody thought of taking her to a therapist? Or at least at the end tell us that Xinya got a therapist. I mostly think nobody thought about a therapist for more story line but it was still so stupid.
Also, my biggest problem. Chen revealed her true form to everybody in ONE EPISODE. ONE. Then formed back into her disguise because Stiu Feng was jealous. Can somebody tell me why does that make sense? What the hell was the point of her having a identity to begin with? Other than more storyline. Even at the end SHES STILL IN DISGUISE.
I love this show but every show has flaws, but what I can say is that I loved how everybody (or at least every main character) got a happy ending. :)
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It’s been a while since I spent watching into the wee morning hours to finish a drama...my second Chinese drama and I’m glad I did. It’s very unusual for me to watch such a teenage themed drama but this one was perfect for a light hearted and laugh silly weekend drama. The plot was nothing special but how they developed it was pretty flawless...of course as with any cringey teenage type story line there were loopholes. I easily overlooked and forgave them given the superb acting of the young leads.... they are naturals in their role. They kept it real, fresh, pure and innocent all the way to the end. I could understand what others are saying about the lead female’s annoying character but if you just chill and try to see that freedom is the theme of the movie then you can actually relate to her....I didn’t shed a tear but was close to it, I could feel their emotions especially during the forced wedding fiasco...sigh, young love!I recommend you watch it with a youthful perspective. Blessings and more love!
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Highly-recommended
I don't know why this is such an underrated Cdrama,this is one of the best I have seen--even better than other famous Asian dramas.Yes,the plot is cliche but still the casts' chemistry,acting and overall performance are perfect most especially their comedic timing.If you're looking for something lighthearted with no dull moments then this one is for you,every episode are worthy.I would really want to have another season of this one haha,you could rewatch this for how many times but the feelings is till the same while watching this. 11/10
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The biggest problem I have is honestly the way mental health was addressed, which, no matter how I think about it, was really problematic especially in the later episodes. While I understand that the character struggling was the antagonist, it seemed like they were just a hindrance and talk about suicide/self-harm were never sufficiently addressed as an issue.
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Story
The story is about how Cheng Qing Qing and Si Tu Feng became lovers from friends. The story itself is funny, interesting and eye-pleasing. I even became so addicted that I finished this drama within a single day. What I like about this drama is that there are not much misunderstandings, and not very dramatic too. But the fact that a guy would consider to marry a girl that he doesn’t like just because she tried to suicide, doesn’t make sense. Apart from that, the story is quite good.
Acting
I would say I am deeply impressed by Sun Yi Ning. She was always a supporting in famous dramas such as The Eternal love and Prince of Lan Ling. But after watching this drama, I strongly believe that she deserves more lead roles.
Guo Fiction is pretty good too. His badass character is totally appealing. Other supporting characters are all good.
Music
There are a lot of osts sung by Guo Fiction. Breathing and To be your love are not bad.
Rewatch value
Why not? This is so good that I ‘d definitely watch it again when I no longer remember the story
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