I'm curious whether there’s a kissing scene included during auditions. It may sound like a silly question, but if I were a casting director, I would include one to assess the actors' chemistry. I would also add a few scenes that display different emotions, such as anger, jealousy, and humor.
I genuinely want to know how the audition process works.
Sidenote: Although age is just a number, the female lead (FL) is 10 years older than the male lead (ML). In my opinion, this difference can pose a challenge for kissing scenes unless the actors are exceptionally talented. The same applies if ML is 10 years older than FL. I firmly believe that a decade and plus long age gap places individuals on different life spectrums, and this distinction is often reflected in their acting performances. (Personal views not meant to convince anyone).
No, she never did plastic surgery. Only haters that always say that.
It’s completely normal to have different feelings and perspectives, and I respect those differences. I’m middle-aged now, but when I was between 12 and 20, I was much more romantic and shy, haha!
I’ve experienced being underweight myself, and I currently have Type II diabetes. At one point, I was 171cm for 49 kg. I truly understand the obsession with weight, anorexia and recoI gnize the signs… Today, I live with the choices I’ve made, and it makes me sad for the actresses and young women navigating this era.
As for kisses… I find it completely ridiculous when scenes depict closed mouths, no real action, and open eyes, as if she’s laying an egg. When I see a passionate kiss where they are genuinely enjoying each other’s lips, I find it incredibly hot, and the chemistry is off the charts!
P.S. Thank you for the compliment on my page! I had a lot of fun writing it, and I really love yours too! By the way, all those kissing gifs you shared are so yummy!
No, she never did plastic surgery. Only haters that always say that.
I read an interesting article here…
According to China's fifth National Physical Fitness Monitoring Report released in 2022, Chinese women aged 20 to 24 have an average height of 160.6cm, weight of 55.7kg and waist size of 72.8cm. Meanwhile, Chinese women aged 25 to 29 have an average height of 159.8cm, weight of 56.7kg and waist size of 74.4cm.
No, she never did plastic surgery. Only haters that always say that.
I completely agree. It's amusing, and that's a positive thing. If we all shared the same opinions, tastes, and dislikes, life would be incredibly dull.
No, she never did plastic surgery. Only haters that always say that.
Be cautious here. You cannot express an opinion about a goddess. Since I don't care, I agree with you; she has changed, but probably because she lost so much weight. She lost 16 kg and is now down to 39.5 kg for a height of 163 cm.
I blame the fashion culture. She signed manyfashion contracts. I blame the Chinese culture and people who said she was fat early in her career I blame the entertainment industry
In my opinion, she was much prettier when she weighed 49 kg. Now, she is barely recognizable. At that time, she was unique. It's her life, her choice, and her health.
I didn't like this drama. For me, the lack of chemistry with Liu Yu Ning was painful at times. Their kisses awkward. I expected a strong plot but it was a big MEH for me. Loved the costumes and hairstyle, hated the makeup. The special effects were not impressive either. Cannot please everyone I guess.
Sang Ru, a female CEO, finds herself in a complicated relationship with Zhou Tingzhao that causes her significant stress. In the midst of their tumultuous love affair, she unexpectedly travels back to her college days, 10 years prior. Now at 30 years old, Sang Ru embarks on a series of "revenge" against Zhou Tingzhao, gradually uncovering the true nature behind his outward appearance. As they experience repeated instances of the butterfly effect, they ultimately gain the courage to confront life, heal one another, and find redemption together.
Everyone is at peace. They are still divorced, but they compromise for the child. She remains the CEO, and she is falling in love again with another guy. Her ex goes back to the company but not as CEO, and he looks happy. The mistress is no longer around; he broke up with her for good. The ending is not a reconciliation between exes when the woman forgives. He understood they could never go back together but he loved his son dearly and became a better father. Everyone moved on.
Episode 6: Did they lack a budget? Her pink dress was absurdly short, barely reaching her ankles.
To recap: The emperor is jealous of his first son's success and does not favor his second son. He wanted the second son to marry the Han family's second daughter, not the first. Although she did not marry him, she was named consort and was allowed to live in his mansion. The consort despises her and poisoned her, and the noblewomen are all b***ches. They fall in love, beat all the villains. The end.
I strongly dislike screenwriters and directors who misuse comedy and attempt to make it dramatic instead.
Wow that's a lot.I knew that Lee Joongi was orginially slated as the lead, but I didn't realize Lee Minho was…
I have so much fun sharing thoughts with you! Thank you for indulging my lengthy responses, lol.
I'm glad we're on the same page about the sister-brother dynamic. And yes, I remember the “minions” moment, and like you, this confirmed the relationship.
As for the female lead, she was a major misstep. I read that this was her first drama after taking a break to raise her child. Unless the director and screenwriter were specifically looking for a childish actress, it just didn't work. Her pulling her hair and sitting far away during intimate conversations was really distracting. It was poor acting and poor directing. Because I do not blame her for everything. Seeing the BTS footages, the director seemed extremely rigid.
I think she should stick to non-romantic movies and dramas—far, far away from romance.
Do you remember when she was wearing the armor? Lol!
Honestly, if I didn't know it was filmed in 2011 or maybe earlier, I would have guessed it was made in 1990.
That said, I really love the soundtrack. The DVD is rare, which is probably part of the reason it was so expensive. But I do not regret it. It was a nice gift to myself.
Wow that's a lot.I knew that Lee Joongi was orginially slated as the lead, but I didn't realize Lee Minho was…
I have so many negative things to say, yet I still rank this drama in my top five. Maybe I'm just like those groupies who are in love with the actor? I wonder! (I'm truly laughing out loud while typing this). Interestingly, I don’t find him classically handsome like some other actors, but his charisma and acting elevate him above many.
I bought the DVD and OST for $130 on eBay. That gives you an idea of how I like this drama. lol. It is so far on one platform, and I did not want the risk to disappear.
You bring up an interesting point about the director. I guess we’ll never know for sure. The crew wasn’t paid for years, but the creator and scriptwriter are largely responsible for the chaos.
I also believe that the director had the final say; for me, he was the wrong choice, leading to many mistakes in this drama. For instance, why didn't she take antibiotics when she collected her medical supplies and her diary? And what was the point of her pendant? I still have no idea. They both worked together on other projects; I wonder if this was the same issue. Having two different views about the script makes the drama very messy in the end.
She was definitely the wrong actress to play this role. I agree that not every actor or actress can successfully portray a romance drama. It's not entirely their fault, but they often lack the sexual chemistry we, as viewers, crave to see—those moments that make us go "awwww" and swoon when the couple kisses.
Regarding the fire woman and her flute brother... it was weird that the incestuous relationship was in the air. It was definitely not developed for obvious censorship reasons, but it was clear as day for me. The fire woman did not care who the man was, and she said clearly she used them once and went to hunt the next. Her touch was definitely sexual with her brother. Did you see it?
This reminds me of those awkward standoffish kisses that have no real connection, with the woman staring wide-eyed. That makes me cringe! Maybe it’s because I’m more mature than a young adult? I understand that censorship aims to avoid sexual themes and any skin under the throat, but I’ve seen kisses that made me feel almost like a voyeur—rarely, but it has happened! In my mind, Koreans seem more open than the Chinese, but my knowledge of Korean culture is limited and I’ve only watched a few (good) Korean dramas, mostly aimed at young adults.
As for editing, it seems the post-production crew either lacked inspiration or didn’t have enough good material to work with.
Cast: Xu Qingya Joseph Wen Ming Peng Ye Shuyu Zhang Chong Jin Yangyang Yang Junhan Wang Yifan Li Le Cao Mingyue Tian Yuwei Zeng Yongti Zhang Shuyun Wang Yankai Kiki Qiu Queen Quan
Nineteen-year-old Si Chun had lost her father and lived a lonely life. The absence of paternal love made her yearn for the warmth of an adult man. This longing led her to meet Guo Xiao, a worker who is over a decade older than her. Despite the age difference, Si Chun is deeply attracted to Guo Xiao's maturity and stability. In turn, Guo Xiao found a sense of youthful energy in Si Chun, and they fell in love.
However, while their love was beautiful, reality proved to be harsh. The significant age gap gradually led to disagreements between Si Chun and Guo Xiao, and their conversations diminished over time. Eventually, they reached a point where they could no longer stay together and decided to break up. At this moment, Si Chun discovered she was pregnant with Guo Xiao’s child. Despite the circumstances, she chose to keep her pregnancy a secret and planned to raise the child on her own.
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I genuinely want to know how the audition process works.
Sidenote: Although age is just a number, the female lead (FL) is 10 years older than the male lead (ML). In my opinion, this difference can pose a challenge for kissing scenes unless the actors are exceptionally talented. The same applies if ML is 10 years older than FL. I firmly believe that a decade and plus long age gap places individuals on different life spectrums, and this distinction is often reflected in their acting performances. (Personal views not meant to convince anyone).
I'm not sure what to say, but curse words against Chinese censorship, so I will stop here.
I’ve experienced being underweight myself, and I currently have Type II diabetes. At one point, I was 171cm for 49 kg. I truly understand the obsession with weight, anorexia and recoI gnize the signs… Today, I live with the choices I’ve made, and it makes me sad for the actresses and young women navigating this era.
As for kisses… I find it completely ridiculous when scenes depict closed mouths, no real action, and open eyes, as if she’s laying an egg. When I see a passionate kiss where they are genuinely enjoying each other’s lips, I find it incredibly hot, and the chemistry is off the charts!
P.S. Thank you for the compliment on my page! I had a lot of fun writing it, and I really love yours too! By the way, all those kissing gifs you shared are so yummy!
According to China's fifth National Physical Fitness Monitoring Report released in 2022, Chinese women aged 20 to 24 have an average height of 160.6cm, weight of 55.7kg and waist size of 72.8cm. Meanwhile, Chinese women aged 25 to 29 have an average height of 159.8cm, weight of 56.7kg and waist size of 74.4cm.
https://www.thinkchina.sg/society/why-chinese-womens-clothing-are-getting-smaller
Zhao Lusi weighs 39.5 kg and is 163 cm tall. She is not alone in this situation. It's disheartening for teens and women who. worship her.
I invite you to put those numbers here (BMI Calculator For Asians)
https://alainnclinic.com/bmi-calculator/
https://e.vnexpress.net/news/life/wellness/chinese-actress-zhao-lusi-sheds-over-16-kg-via-following-three-diet-principles-4783762.html
I blame the fashion culture. She signed manyfashion contracts.
I blame the Chinese culture and people who said she was fat early in her career
I blame the entertainment industry
In my opinion, she was much prettier when she weighed 49 kg. Now, she is barely recognizable. At that time, she was unique. It's her life, her choice, and her health.
I didn't like this drama. For me, the lack of chemistry with Liu Yu Ning was painful at times. Their kisses awkward. I expected a strong plot but it was a big MEH for me. Loved the costumes and hairstyle, hated the makeup. The special effects were not impressive either. Cannot please everyone I guess.
Sang Ru, a female CEO, finds herself in a complicated relationship with Zhou Tingzhao that causes her significant stress. In the midst of their tumultuous love affair, she unexpectedly travels back to her college days, 10 years prior. Now at 30 years old, Sang Ru embarks on a series of "revenge" against Zhou Tingzhao, gradually uncovering the true nature behind his outward appearance. As they experience repeated instances of the butterfly effect, they ultimately gain the courage to confront life, heal one another, and find redemption together.
The ending is not a reconciliation between exes when the woman forgives. He understood they could never go back together but he loved his son dearly and became a better father. Everyone moved on.
To recap: The emperor is jealous of his first son's success and does not favor his second son. He wanted the second son to marry the Han family's second daughter, not the first. Although she did not marry him, she was named consort and was allowed to live in his mansion. The consort despises her and poisoned her, and the noblewomen are all b***ches. They fall in love, beat all the villains. The end.
I strongly dislike screenwriters and directors who misuse comedy and attempt to make it dramatic instead.
I'm glad we're on the same page about the sister-brother dynamic. And yes, I remember the “minions” moment, and like you, this confirmed the relationship.
As for the female lead, she was a major misstep. I read that this was her first drama after taking a break to raise her child. Unless the director and screenwriter were specifically looking for a childish actress, it just didn't work. Her pulling her hair and sitting far away during intimate conversations was really distracting. It was poor acting and poor directing. Because I do not blame her for everything. Seeing the BTS footages, the director seemed extremely rigid.
I think she should stick to non-romantic movies and dramas—far, far away from romance.
Do you remember when she was wearing the armor? Lol!
Honestly, if I didn't know it was filmed in 2011 or maybe earlier, I would have guessed it was made in 1990.
That said, I really love the soundtrack. The DVD is rare, which is probably part of the reason it was so expensive. But I do not regret it. It was a nice gift to myself.
I bought the DVD and OST for $130 on eBay. That gives you an idea of how I like this drama. lol. It is so far on one platform, and I did not want the risk to disappear.
You bring up an interesting point about the director. I guess we’ll never know for sure. The crew wasn’t paid for years, but the creator and scriptwriter are largely responsible for the chaos.
I also believe that the director had the final say; for me, he was the wrong choice, leading to many mistakes in this drama. For instance, why didn't she take antibiotics when she collected her medical supplies and her diary? And what was the point of her pendant? I still have no idea. They both worked together on other projects; I wonder if this was the same issue. Having two different views about the script makes the drama very messy in the end.
She was definitely the wrong actress to play this role. I agree that not every actor or actress can successfully portray a romance drama. It's not entirely their fault, but they often lack the sexual chemistry we, as viewers, crave to see—those moments that make us go "awwww" and swoon when the couple kisses.
Regarding the fire woman and her flute brother... it was weird that the incestuous relationship was in the air. It was definitely not developed for obvious censorship reasons, but it was clear as day for me. The fire woman did not care who the man was, and she said clearly she used them once and went to hunt the next. Her touch was definitely sexual with her brother. Did you see it?
This reminds me of those awkward standoffish kisses that have no real connection, with the woman staring wide-eyed. That makes me cringe! Maybe it’s because I’m more mature than a young adult? I understand that censorship aims to avoid sexual themes and any skin under the throat, but I’ve seen kisses that made me feel almost like a voyeur—rarely, but it has happened! In my mind, Koreans seem more open than the Chinese, but my knowledge of Korean culture is limited and I’ve only watched a few (good) Korean dramas, mostly aimed at young adults.
As for editing, it seems the post-production crew either lacked inspiration or didn’t have enough good material to work with.
Cast:
Xu Qingya
Joseph Wen
Ming Peng
Ye Shuyu
Zhang Chong
Jin Yangyang
Yang Junhan
Wang Yifan
Li Le
Cao Mingyue
Tian Yuwei
Zeng Yongti
Zhang Shuyun
Wang Yankai
Kiki Qiu
Queen Quan
https://tv-1.chinesemov.com/tv/2023/I-Have-a-Smart-Doctor-Wife
Nineteen-year-old Si Chun had lost her father and lived a lonely life. The absence of paternal love made her yearn for the warmth of an adult man. This longing led her to meet Guo Xiao, a worker who is over a decade older than her. Despite the age difference, Si Chun is deeply attracted to Guo Xiao's maturity and stability. In turn, Guo Xiao found a sense of youthful energy in Si Chun, and they fell in love.
However, while their love was beautiful, reality proved to be harsh. The significant age gap gradually led to disagreements between Si Chun and Guo Xiao, and their conversations diminished over time. Eventually, they reached a point where they could no longer stay together and decided to break up. At this moment, Si Chun discovered she was pregnant with Guo Xiao’s child. Despite the circumstances, she chose to keep her pregnancy a secret and planned to raise the child on her own.
THIS DRAMA DOES NOT CONTAIN ANY INCESTUOUS STORYLINES. DO NOT BE FOOLED BY SHITTY TRANSLATION.
Sidenote…. I tried multiple times to give a better translation on several drama pages, and moderators refused.…