So the first three months of 2024 in C-drama land felt like it was the opening act of a major concert, good but nowhere near the explosive engagement that a top level star can bring. So many C-dramas with some even big budget A level but nothing to bring out the expansive viewership, buzz, and online chatter that past major hits have managed to. So the arrival of xianxia C-drama The Legend of Shen Li with Zhao Li Ying and Lin Geng Xin feels like cold fresh water to a parched desert traveler, THIS is the drama spectacle, cast, visuals, and story telling I was waiting for. The drama premiered two days ago and is the fastest drama in Tencent to break 30,000 heat index and is generating the fast out of the gate with growing online buzz that is needed to become a major hit. Zhao Li Ying’s last period drama was the underwhelming Legend of Fei which was a big meh after two big hits in The Story of Minglan and Princess Agents, so this feels like she’s back being the tough little cookie we know she is. The chemistry with Lin Geng Xin is there, older and more mature and poignant, and the lead characters are fascinating with plenty of backstory to reveal. I love the set up in the little town with her runaway badass general bride-to-be as a surly chicken and him as the sickly floating through life human dude with a passive aggressive snarky streak. They are adorable and hilarious together and I thoroughly loved the first 6 episodes released so far. This drama budget can be see onscreen with the lovely visuals, costuming, and less is more approach. All in all, what a jolt in mid-March to C-drama land.
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And so much water that it's absolutely hilarious to watch just how much money ZLY alone is throwing at it. The tsunami for the heat index had cnetz laughing to the point of pain. While the ratings stopped rising and dipped.
Fighting has already started between her and YZ, and WYB is expected to join in tomorrow so anyone who isn't interested in these actors are welcome to join me with popcorn because it's absolutely fun.
Is it so hard to to happy for the success of a particular actor or actress drama that you have to post negative things???
Why should I be happy about people I care nothing about? Especially if they water like crazy and buy like crazy to give an appearance of success?
Nah. I am here for the fun.
@Lmao you don't have to be happy but then you don't have to post your first comment, you could have ignored and Yu say they water like crazy but how do you know that?? You need to have proof if not you'll look like a typical anti who just says things out of hate
@Darkangel
Did you lose your way and you think this is some fan space? You don't get to decide what comments are posted, get a grip.
You mean the fighting between fans of these actors. The actual actors don't hate each other or spare their precious time like these people who clearly have no lives. LMAO.
Yep, it officially, koala can exaggerate when it comes to shows she love. And that goes to all of us too 😆. It a good show through n through but personally I feel it not anything special, probably because it a xiaxian , which feels like they r all similar, very good show never the less.
LOL In her defense, this is her blog, so she probably will exaggerate about the shows she loves...
Yep, it officially, koala can exaggerate when it comes to shows she love. And that goes to all of us too 😆. It a good show through n through but personally I feel it not anything special, probably because it a xiaxian , which feels like they r all similar, very good show never the less. If u enjoy or love the xiaxian genre , u would totally be crazy about this show, so far it looking like one of the good ones.
I never liked Xiaxian genre but thought I'd give this show a shot and DAMN! I'm learning a lot about celestial beings! I'm quite intrigued! Its a very beautiful world. I know there are a lot of other dramas of this genre but for the first time, I've finally taken an interest. I enjoyed LGX and ZLY in PA so this made it even easier to like! I wish for the show's success!
The reason why I've always hated the xianxia genre is because the Heavenly Realm always turns out to be so aggravatingly corrupt. The king, the queen, and the love rival are all so evil, I can't get by without wanting to slap each and every one of them when they are onscreen lolol
I like this so much,its fast paced due to the short episodes, really funny and looks really pretty on screen.I like the style of the cgi on the chicken super adorable a scene stealer. I also really liked how they filmed the fight scenes, xianxia are usually lazy when it comes to fights, because they are celestial beings they can use magic, but this one went all out. I just felt weird with the voice dubbing but got used to it. The filter/makeup on them was excessive in some scenes but if they showed any wrinkle cnetizens would have a field day calling them old. This is the most exciting show for me right now.
Hubby often cruises by and asks how the drama is going. Rarely engages. Today I was unaware of him watching and hit pause to go do stuff. He whined that he wanted to know how Chicky fared. This is good story telling.
My husband rarely watches Cdramas. He wasn't feeling well and wanted to just lay on the couch while I was watching The Legend of Shen Li, he was hooked from the first episode. We binged four episodes that night. He complained about why the episodes are too short! We are all caught up and waiting for the next episodes tonight. Hopefully, we can have more great dramas like this one to watch after dinner.
Too much GCI that’s distracting because it’s not done in a way where it’s realistic, but if this is my complaint and all others worked then that’s a good signs.
I don't think Koala is too exaggerated about Shen Li. I've same thought about a drama. It is better compared to the other costumed dramas early this year.
I can't take Koala's words seriously about C costume dramas mostly. Examples are plenty that the dramas she raved about ended up big meh and huge disappointment. Koala raved Lost You Forever and My Journey to You to the moon. But they were snoozefests to me. LOL. LGX is on my unwatchable list cos he's been consistently boring so far. I fast forwarded a lot of his scenes in Princess Agent. But out of curiosity I'll take a look and have an assessment myself.
You don't take Koala's words seriously about Cdramas, but continue to waste time on LYF and MJTU...now watching Legend even when you dislike the ML...Come on, you take her words very seriously. LMAO
LOL. You don't get the meaning of "not taking something seriously!" Go look up in a credible dictionary. Besides, don't twist my words. I particularly said that "C costume dramas," not C dramas in general. I did follow some of her recommendations and posts to watch other C dramas. I found Cdrama fans mostly emotional, easily got offended, and quick to judge without reading comments carefully. SMH.
@Somebody
I quoted you on what you said above, "you can't take Koala's words seriously about Cdramas" and found it hilarious you continue to watch what she recommends, get it? LOL I ain't twisting your words, go look up twisting words please. LMAO
@neen, are you legally blind or can't read English properly? Go read one more time again! I said "C costume dramas," not "C dramas." Don't put your twisted words in my mouth! Otherwise, I'll question your mental state like I did to others! LOL
BTW, I checked it out to reconfirm I'm not biased against Koala. How was it hilarious? LOL. You're such a joke!
It is her personal opinion and is related to her tastes and feelings. She did not point out that it is a rule or a fact. You didn't enjoy Blossoms Shanghai but I did. You enjoy seeing Xiao Zhan but I don't. They are our preferences and it is not the end of the world if we do not share them, but there is no need to act as if we should fight for who is right. To each his own, unless we get strong with critical thinking to leave subjectivity aside.
This drama is my favorite this year! First time I subscribed for a membership to watch in advance, been chasing it every night. I find it so refreshing, not typical type of fantasy drama I've seen. The acting is good, set is beautiful, GCI one of the better ones I've seen from a CDrama, good story and pace! I can't wait for more!