BanxiTheCommentaryGrrl

Out of all Zhao Lusi’s performances, A Female Student Arrives at the Imperial College is probably one of my favorites. Alongside Go Princess Go and My Lady General, this is one of her most consistently funny dramas, and it had me laughing throughout. Many scenes are tightly executed with strong comedic timing, and I’ve rewatched several clips without them ever losing their charm. While the drama leans heavily into comedy, it is built on a more serious underlying narrative involving personal loss and a shared investigation into past events, alongside a storyline about the female lead navigating a traditionally male academic space and challenging established norms.

Overall, I’d recommend this to anyone who enjoys a mix of comedy, light mystery, and palace-era intrigue, with strong character chemistry at the center.