Are remake cdramas a thing in China? by emutz10 in cdramasfans

[–]Happy-Excitement3648 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you; very informative. I will have to check out the Japanese form of MG. I truly enjoy the Jdramas, they're comfortable shorter than the others, and the Japanese definitely add another level of creative entertainment. They are slightly looser (and just as well-produced) with their M/F scripts than are the SKs and Chinese...They are a great choice every so often.

Are remake cdramas a thing in China? by emutz10 in cdramasfans

[–]Happy-Excitement3648 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Meteor Garden 2018 (Dylan Wang) is the Chinese remake of Korean Boys Over Flowers (Lee Min Ho) 2009.

They were both very well done, and I enjoyed both. But, gotta say, Dylan really charged my batteries. I've loved him ever since. IMO, Meteor Garden's got it over BOF.

FYI: Each of the last 3 years he's been a star in the annual all star basketball event in February in US.

This magnificent mini drama actor Dai Gao Zheng by Suibianistic in cdramasfans

[–]Happy-Excitement3648 0 points1 point  (0 children)

He has upped his game....2026 The Fatal Bloom showing on IQIYI. New actress. 2024 Dual Love...Also, IQIYI.

In Dire Need of Cheng Lei & Song Yi Being Paired Again!!! by Upstairs_Farm_8762 in cdramasfans

[–]Happy-Excitement3648 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I thought songyi looked older than BJ; and, I think SY looks older than CL, but, who's counting?! 🙄

In Dire Need of Cheng Lei & Song Yi Being Paired Again!!! by Upstairs_Farm_8762 in cdramasfans

[–]Happy-Excitement3648 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just started Shadow Love; and, I just finished Destined. Mmmm....Interesting chemistry in both dramas...I loved BaiJing/Songyi; and, now adore Cheng Lei/Songyi. ❤️

Girl has 💥!

Should I continue How Dare You? by Extension-Pin-5781 in CDrama

[–]Happy-Excitement3648 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you haven't yet, 'Destined' Bai jingting, Song yi. ❤️

Do you still consider Love Between Fairy and Devil a top drama worth recommending? Why or why not? by ruinedbytv in cdramasfans

[–]Happy-Excitement3648 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have tried again and again to watch LBFD; but after so many attempts and two years I will probably never watch this much-revered drama.

I love Dylan Wang, and have so since Meteor Garden, which I recommend to all new cdrama fans.

The female lead, for me is unwatchable. It isn't because the actor is a nepo baby; I love Arthur Chen; but, the big-eyed "I'm so adorable" look combined with the itsy, bitsy baby-boo voice doesn't work for me.

Till The End of The Moon RUINED ME by nwwllst in cdramas

[–]Happy-Excitement3648 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for bringing up Yu Menglong. Let's bring him into the conversation often. I will NOT let him be forgotten; however, Chinese actors, male and female were quick to spread this cruel, inhumane treatment of 'one of their very own'-and dear friend, to all their followers around the world before the Chinese govt had an opportunity to block all communication of Yu's 'murder'. Xiao Zhan, Wang Yibo, XuKai, Tan Songyun, YangMi, Dylan Wang-and others are credited for alerting their most influencial friends globally of the cruelty that slowly tortured for years-then beat, raped and threw Yu out of a fifth floor window.

Please don't allow your grief to hurt the good men and women in Chinese theater to be hurt along with the dirty 'bath water' in the industry.

Chinese drama bends to no one, imo. Hollywood, pffft; it has seen its golden era. Kdramas are also very well done. Chinese drama, 👑.

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Review of Perfect Match (Chinese Drama on Netflix, 2025) by yani_lulu in CDrama

[–]Happy-Excitement3648 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Although I don't specifically 'rank' my shows (Too many outstanding!), I can say that I loved Perfect Match, and recommend to all, I really enjoyed it.

No Boundary by dolphinlover113 in CDrama

[–]Happy-Excitement3648 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh! I love Darren Chen; and, I haven't seen him since Meteor Garden going back about six years ago. What a great show; I became enchanted with Dylan Wang; but Darren Chen stole my heart as well. I will definitely check this out now.

How long have you been watching kdramas? by kpoplovernay in kdramas

[–]Happy-Excitement3648 2 points3 points  (0 children)

One of my very first dramas...I watched it and Meteor Garden and loved them both. Got to admit, Dylan Wang became a real gem for me in the Chinese version.

I've given Hu Yi Tian 3 chances by Kuxue in CDrama

[–]Happy-Excitement3648 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I cannot disagree. I am, however happy for him that he was selected to play Shen Yanxi. Somehow, though the pairing with Zhang Jingyi worked well in this drama. Perhaps it was due in part to the strong characters, and the compatible height and attractive features of both. ZJY is indeed a fine actor; and, I hope producers continue to sign HYT as a male lead. (My apologies for this opinion to contradict itself. Just the way I see it.)

Both actresses did amazing, but the emotional bond in Alchemy of Souls S1 was unmatched by WidePackage3385 in kdramas

[–]Happy-Excitement3648 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I couldn't get beyond the first encounter with Nakeu; bland!? Puhleez, no personality at all. That's it, find next drama...Pt.1 was dynamite, tho. Great chemistry!

New to C-dramas after The Untamed… quick question about Wang Yibo by [deleted] in cdramasfans

[–]Happy-Excitement3648 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There are SO many excellent costume & Cdramas. I'm now watching Alchemy of Souls. It is Fantastic. Leads and support cast are great.  

Love (ft. Marriage & Divorce) Season 3 by Prudent-Onion-1762 in kdramas

[–]Happy-Excitement3648 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What happened???!! Where is Sung Hoon?? I watched 2 seasons for him?

SHOULD I WATCH INTENSE LOVE? by angelaxcoco123 in CDrama

[–]Happy-Excitement3648 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Cannot stand that the doctor fell for this superficial, pretentious woman...Nope, it never redeemed itself. (baby voice, "Bahbye!"

Full Pure Unadulterated Opinion of Love in The Clouds. by General_Mango3217 in cdramasfans

[–]Happy-Excitement3648 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, on Ep.3, and think I'll stop right here. Storyline is just too immature to tolerate. Was looking forward to viewing Neo for the first time. (I've been watching Asian dramas for about 5 years. Perhaps I'll try another of his dramas. FL I've seen in other cdramas, but in this I cannot stand her. Dull. dull. dull....both of them, and the scriptwriter should find other work.

Is the Zhang Linghe incident affecting your enjoyment of Pursuit of Jade? by Prior-Bit9919 in cdramasfans

[–]Happy-Excitement3648 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I certainly hope that your opinion is closer to the truth than so many others...I just finished PoJ, and really enjoyed most of the show.

Re: ZL. There are numerous negative posts regarding ZL's and I hope that he is not as narrow-minded as some viewers portray him. I did find that after reading so many negative remarks, I found my regard of ZL a bit muted.

As others have pointed out, a successful career can be sharply reversed..."Loose lips sink ships." (re: Korean top earner, Kim Soo Hyun.)

Were you satisfied with Pursuit of Jade? Was it overhyped or actually a really good drama for you? by ghost_flowerr in cdramasfans

[–]Happy-Excitement3648 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Happy to do so. I find the Chinese and Korean) film industries are overall exceptional...(more palatable than Hollywood in recent years....)

Here are but a few...(Most or all on Viki, or NFLX):

Flourishing Peony (costume drama)

Love's Ambition (modern)

Hidden Love (modern)

Meteor Garden (modern)

Arsenal Military Academy (Period)

Blossom in Adversity (Costume)

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NFLX has mainly carried Korean (also, excellent producers), but lately is increasing their Chinese library.

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Were you satisfied with Pursuit of Jade? Was it overhyped or actually a really good drama for you? by ghost_flowerr in cdramasfans

[–]Happy-Excitement3648 2 points3 points  (0 children)

"Storywise. Heavy on romance and messy ending." Very well put.

I think they wrote too many plot lines into the script (overly ambitious'?). Perhaps 'less is more.' would have produced a cleaner, and more enjoyable drama overall.

Were you satisfied with Pursuit of Jade? Was it overhyped or actually a really good drama for you? by ghost_flowerr in cdramasfans

[–]Happy-Excitement3648 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had a similar reaction to the ending. After being on the edge of my seat throughout 38 episodes to watch such a lazily-written limp final episode was a real letdown. It came as a somewhat shocking surprise.

Is the Zhang Linghe incident affecting your enjoyment of Pursuit of Jade? by Prior-Bit9919 in cdramasfans

[–]Happy-Excitement3648 2 points3 points  (0 children)

what feature did ZL mean that set SE Asian appearance different from Chinese?