“ The #AsiaContentsAwards2026 nominations are out, and #ZhangLinghe’s absence has sparked a massive debate online! 📉🔥 While Pursuit of Jade secured nods for #TianXiwei (Best Actress) and #DengKai (Best Supporting Actor), the exclusion of the male lead has fans and critics divided: The Critique: Some argue his performance leaned more on "star power" than technical depth. The Defense: Fans highlight his undeniable chemistry and role in the drama’s massive global success. Zhang Linghe has been vocal about embracing criticism to sharpen his craft, and now all eyes are on his upcoming project #GuiLuan. Is this where he proves the doubters wrong? “
Here we get to see the early life of the empress and what Liao Dynasty has been fighting for.
In palace of devotion we get to see her in old age and you get to understand why she’s still holding on power and cruel.
So, I would recommend to watch this first, however, in Palace of Devotion she’s not the main story but supporting, also explain the fight between the two countries.
While Pursuit of Jade secured nods for #TianXiwei (Best Actress) and #DengKai (Best Supporting Actor), the exclusion of the male lead has fans and critics divided:
The Critique: Some argue his performance leaned more on "star power" than technical depth.
The Defense: Fans highlight his undeniable chemistry and role in the drama’s massive global success.
Zhang Linghe has been vocal about embracing criticism to sharpen his craft, and now all eyes are on his upcoming project #GuiLuan. Is this where he proves the doubters wrong? “
This is what good Cdramas do to us.
When I watch ongoing dramas while reading comments, I end losing interest and never go back.
I feel like it didn’t get the credit it deserves because it has real actors, quality scriptwriting and not idol actors.
- oh my general
- who rules the world
- the Rebel Princess
- song of glory
Very impressive how he explained the arranged marriage to nobles’ choice.
I highly recommend this drama
In palace of devotion we get to see her in old age and you get to understand why she’s still holding on power and cruel.
So, I would recommend to watch this first, however, in Palace of Devotion she’s not the main story but supporting, also explain the fight between the two countries.
Did you watch The Rise of the Phoenixes?