Everlasting Longing

A Romeo and Juliet story with Angelababy & Song Wei Long

PLOT: The FL, eldest daughter of a wealthy clan of merchants, disguises herself as a man because women are not allowed to participate in business. While traveling, she meets the ML, general of a neighboring (enemy) country. She is looking for black crystal and he is looking for her (her in the male version), to shed light on the death of his parents 12 years earlier. They bond little by little while facing multiple attacks/murder attempts (each of them has their own adversaries).

+++ Great CL with Angelababy & Song Wei Long (both magnificent) (ღ˘⌣˘ღ)
+++ Lots of excellent actors, bringing to life complex and well-developed characters (the main ones)
+++ Dynamic production, with beautiful images, realistic fight scenes, beautiful sets and costumes.
+++ superb OSTs

### Low-quality CGI (green background too obvious sometimes, ridiculous tiger and wolves, etc.)
### Lengths in the last third and, above all, the writing loses its coherence (both in terms of the characters' behavior and the dialogue)
### Happy ending but unconvincing (dumb final dialogue).

=> Good series, which could have been excellent if it had been better written!
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Roméo et Juliette avec Angelababy & Song Wei Long

PLOT: La FL, fille aînée d'un clan riche de marchands, se déguise en homme car les femmes n'ont pas le droit de participer aux affaires. En voyage, elle rencontre le ML, général d'une région voisine (ennemie). Elle est à la recherche de cristal noir et il est à sa recherche (elle en version homme) pour éclaircir la mort de ses parents 12 ans + tôt. Ils se lient peu à peu en affrontant de multiples agressions / tentatives de meurtre (chacun a ses adversaires +/- identifiés).

+++ Great CL avec Angelababy & Song Wei Long (magnifiques tous les 2) (ღ˘⌣˘ღ)
+++ Bcp d'excellents acteurs, donnant vie à des personnages (les principaux) complexes et bien développés
+++ Réalis° dynamique, avec de belles images, des scènes de combat réalistes de beaux décors et costumes.
+++ superbes OSTs

### CGI low-quality (fond vert trop évident parfois, tigre ridicule, etc.)
### Des longueurs dans le dernier tiers et, surtout, une écriture qui perd de sa cohérence (tant au niveau du comportement des personnages, que des dialogues)
### Happy end mais peu convaincante (dialogue final NUL).

=> Bonne série, qui aurait pu être un TOP si elle avait été mieux écrite !

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Strong first half

I honestly did not expect to like this drama nor finish it. The first half of the drama was interesting and drew me in. The visuals and costumes were great in the first half. ABB and SWL had really good chemistry the first half while they were in Beixuan. However, the latter half of the drama fell short, almost as if they were rushing to complete it. Scenes that were edited out created various plot holes. I felt like I was watching on 1.5x speed even though I did not fast forward. I was too invested to drop it by the time things started going downhill. Did not regret watching it though as I really did enjoy watching the first half just wished it was more consistent.

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not bad as everyone was suggesting

this one is woth watching but along 30 episodes the storyline became boring many times , this series could have been less than 30 episodes and would have been great .

ML and FL were well written but somehow I didn't like FL acting that much

wished we could have seen proper revenge for xuan lies parents but I felt it was a little bit rushed

the 2 kings either king of beixuan or king of yannan were getting on my nerves why can't they let the leads be . their characters are poorly written like beixuan's king wanted war just because It was easier than peace for him I don't know what he was thinking, and yannan's king keep threatning qiluo with her family and at the end I don't know what convinced the 2 king to let the leads be together ,like the were suddenly okay with it ( plot hole?????)

qimin was really annoying , his one sided love for qiluo , why can't he let the leads be kept insisting on marry her even though he knew she didn't love him 😤

qingkou obsession with qimin was too much for me, maybe It became a little better at the end .

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Almost comical

Saw so many clips if this.. And it looked good..
But once i began watching it, I was quickly bored and out off.

So the fl caravan is attacked.. While the male lead did not instigate the attack he certainly did not help.
Then he kills Qi ming
Or so we think at least.

And yet it doesn't take long for the female lead to bow and scrape to the male lead.. All in the premise that she will either find information or revenge.
Once its realised that Qi ming is alive.. And a slave of the male leads sister(Princess) , he obviously wants to take the female lead and escape.. She doesn't want to.. And decides gaining infotmation is more important that the live of the friend shes had since childhood and who tried to save her life.

So Qi ming has to undergo degrading and humiliating treatment by the Princess, while our fl enjoys being flirted with by the same man who tried to kill him.
Such loyalty!

The Princess was so annoying, and I really just wished she would go away.. The fact she ended up with Qi ming was just stupid. Which man would want to stay with someone who completley demasculated him??
Him being decieved into marrying her was the absolute worst.. And I wanted to throw the whole movie away.

Our female leads acting was questionable.. And i couldn't feel any if the chemistry between her and the male lead.. It was more a business transaction than anything else.
His acting carried, while Angela babys was just dry.
I got bored.. Skipped episodes. Tried to go back and see what i had missed before deciding i didnt care enough.
This movie did not have me invested at all.

Wouldnt watch again unfortunatley,, but I am hoping to see more movies with the male lead.

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Everlasting Longing - Dropped on ep.25

I couldn't take it anymore! Found this by accident, never heard of it before. The start was interesting and had a trope I usually love. But then... things went downhill.

What I Disliked:

The FL's Acting: For the first time ever, I noticed an actress seeming limited. The FL seemed to have only three expressions. Seriously? I've watched tons of dramas where people call actors "statues," but I never noticed it myself until now. I'm not criticizing her face she looks ethereal but her expressions felt unnatural, almost painful. Bro, she needs to work on that.

The FL's Endless Lies: Her lies just kept piling up! ML, how could you trust her? Okay, I get why she hid her identity won't blame her too much for that.

The ML Stops Communicating (Ep 19): Then the ML decides... no more talking? Seriously? This lack of communication directly leads to the FL falling off a cliff! Perfect! (Sarcasm). Like, you couldn't spare 5 minutes to tell her the truth? No excuse.

ML's Illogical Trust: Early on, the FL tried anything to escape, even trying to kill him! Then he suddenly decides she's his savior after one save? Logic? Gone. You don't even know her!

FL Forgets Her Goal: I felt bad for the FL wanting to help her family. But then she gets stuck wanting to stay in Beixuan... falling in love? Girl, your family needs you! And ML, you have a contest to win! Do you care? This had potential, but I couldn't like the ML forcing her to stay. I just wanted her to go help her family!

Painfully Boring Subplot: All that screentime wasted on those two trying to steal the Jun family legacy? Unnecessary filler. Skipped 99% of their scenes. Zero care. If you wanted comedy, do it with the leads!

The Princess & Guard: Felt bad for the guard stuck with the pitiful princess. She got no real consequences or character development. Also disliked making the guard have romantic feelings for the FL. Why? They grew up like family! Just have it be loyalty, gratitude, and duty to her family. That would have been strong enough. The forced love triangle just hurt his character unnecessarily. Him and the princess could have been interesting if he actually fell for her and she wasn't so insufferable. Needed development.

ML's Guard: Actually seemed interesting! Wanted to see more of him.

Weird Red Eyes: What's up with the ML's and his childhood friend's eyes turning red when emotional? Are they okay? Is this a werewolf thing? It just looked scary...

The Pregnancy Plot: Why did the FL even keep the child? It felt forced. How did the baby survive her falling off a massive cliff when she was only about one month pregnant? (Not an expert, don't want to be, but seriously?) Then, back with her family, couldn't she... you know... avoid the huge scandal of being pregnant? They called her unvirtuous! She wanted to save her family business – dealing with pregnancy seems like a massive, reputation-destroying hurdle she wouldn't choose. Felt purely plot-driven.

ML's Crazy Actions: Him showing up at the Jun family home? Insane! FL was right: "If the king finds out, won't that confirm the Jun family is with the enemy?" Him constantly barging into her room there was infuriating! I'd be furious too.

The Few Goods:
Costumes looked good for the budget.
The FL wasn't the typical "sweet and cute girly" type.
She mostly used her brain.

Big Question:
In the first episode, the FL kills attackers! Her guard says they grew up training together, and she pretended to be a man. So... doesn't that mean the fl trained too? Just to make the ML save her every time?

Final Thoughts:
This was a long rant! Personally, I don't recommend it. I could rant more, but... it just wasn't for me. I see some people liked it in other reviews, everyone has different taste. It had some okay points, I guess? But overall, a frustrating drop at episode 25.

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Love this drama

I am totally loving this c-drama. It blends mystery, thriller, and romance into an unforgettable journey, and it had me completely hooked from the first episode.
The plot masterfully intertwines suspense with heartfelt moments, making every episode a rollercoaster of emotions. The mystery elements are intriguing, with twists and turns that kept me guessing. Just when I thought I had figured things out, another layer of the story would unfold, pulling me deeper into its grip.
The romance is not just about fleeting passion but builds on deep emotions and character growth. Watching the leads navigate their feelings amidst all the chaos around them is a treat. Their chemistry is electrifying yet tender, giving us moments that make your heart race one minute and melt the next. 🥰
The production quality is top-notch, with locations that brings the story’s world to life.
What truly makes this drama stand out, though, is the FL and the ML, the supporting cast are great too, the 2FL princess is a little annoying but i think that is due to the script and not the actress. . Each actor embodies their character so perfectly that you’re drawn in. Their performances are great for a fun c-drama that is light, serious but not dark.
Overall, *Everlasting Longing* is a must-watch for anyone who loves dramas with depth, excitement, and a little hate turned lovers. Highly recommend!

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Fantastic C Drama

I love this C drama. Actually, this is the second time I have watched this and I still love it and will probably watch it again. The storyline is very interesting and refreshing. Actors are all very professional and the chemistry between the ML and FL are off the charts not to mention they are both incredibly gorgeous. Side stories were also very interesting and the couples, characters well suited. Music costumes, set designs and photography is first class and very enjoyable. The only thing I wasn't fully satisfied with is the ending. The choice of the ML and FL both ending up at the Lawless Trade post is a given and understandable. However, I actually didn't get that they had twins and was a bit confused about why are they talking about two kids only a year later. It would have been nice to either see the FL beautiful and very pregnant or see the two babies already born and the ML's expression of seeing them the first time. This would have rounded up the love story very nicely instead of the FL coldly discussing the twin's separation. That wasn't cool! Which is why I took off a star from my review.

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Everlasting Longing” is a beautifully crafted Chinese drama that masterfully blends romance, emotion, and an engaging storyline. The show captivated me from the first episode and kept me invested in the journey of its characters until the very end. The main leads are not only visually stunning but also deliver performances filled with depth and authenticity, making their love story truly unforgettable.

One of the most remarkable aspects of this drama is its ability to portray a timeless romance that feels both passionate and genuine. The chemistry between the leads is electric, and their emotional journey tugs at the heartstrings. Their struggles, triumphs, and unwavering commitment to each other are beautifully depicted, making their happy ending all the more satisfying.

The ending is a heartfelt culmination of all the trials and tribulations faced by the leads. It leaves you with a sense of joy and contentment, making the entire journey worthwhile. If you are a fan of heartwarming romances with a touch of drama, “Everlasting Longing” is a must-watch. It’s a story that stays with you long after the final episode, reminding you of the beauty of love and perseverance.

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got me hooked

This was my first CDrama and it got me hooked :) ive watched around 50 C drama since, but this is still my first love-Love Song Wei Long . Everlasting Longing is one of those rare dramas that truly understands what a slow-burn romance should feel like. From the very beginning, the story pulls you in with its emotional depth, quiet tension, and the constant sense that something meaningful is building beneath every interaction.

What makes this drama so special is how the romance is central to the story, not just an afterthought. The relationship develops naturally through mistrust, restraint, and longing — the kind of slow burn that makes every glance, every moment of hesitation, and every emotional breakthrough feel incredibly rewarding. The chemistry between the leads is strong and believable, creating a connection that feels deep rather than rushed.

The female lead stands out as intelligent, resilient, and emotionally grounded. She isn’t weak or overly dependent, yet she carries vulnerability in a very human way. The male lead complements her perfectly — restrained, intense, and quietly devoted, with his feelings revealed through actions rather than words. Their dynamic is filled with tension, longing, and emotional weight, which makes their moments together deeply satisfying.

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Such an amazing and wonderful drama. Worthwhile watching it.

This drama is really amazing and wonderful. The character and the roles played by each and every actor and actress are so good. This drama defines the importance of justice, freedom, betrayal of close ones, and sacrificing oneself to protect the one with whom you wish to spend your life together till death. Both ML and Fl played a robust character indeed. They are both meticulous, calculative, and kind, compassionate, and are willing to sacrifice their life to protect to protect the people of their origin. Also, the roles played by supporting actors and actresses are outstanding. They also have a similar mindset like that of the main character and are willing to protect/endanger/surrender themself to protect the ones they love or care about. This drama is must must-watch drama, and the ending is good and justified as well

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