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Sweet moments in latest trailer for modern drama Our Generation with Zhang Ling He and Zhao Jin Mai

I didn’t watch The Princess Royal but this modern one looks mighty cute! Can’t wait to see emotional-wrecked boy meets sunshine girl. The tale as old as time. 😉

Our Generation (樱桃琥珀) is adapted from the novel written by Yun Zhu. Set in the 1990s, the story follows our female lead, a bright and beloved child of her parents, who grew up in warmth and care of everyone around her. Her life takes on an interesting turn when she meets a transfer student in our male lead. He’s extraordinary in studies but is cold and aloof, very quiet and keeps to himself. Obviously, unlike our bubbly female lead, our hero grows up being seen and treated as a replacement for his deceased elder brother. She’s described as a small flame, slowly warming him up, allowing him to step into their social circle; build memories, laugh, make friends, until his unexpected departure. But of course, like all youth dramas, this group of friends shall meet again.

Filming wrapped up a few weeks ago, so check out their wrap-up special and latest trailer!

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Meng Zi Yi and Li Yun Rui form an alliance through marriage in costume drama Blossom

How many more Blossom-named dramas can they fit in for 2024? 😛

Blossom is adapted from the novel Jiu Chong Zi/Deep Purple (九重紫) written by Zhi Zhi, who also wrote The Sword and The Brocade. This is another second chance type of novel.

Synopsis per Wetv: After losing her mother at a young age, Dou Zhao faces family turmoil and a harsh fate that leaves her disillusioned with love and kinship. Determined to protect herself, she outsmarts her scheming stepmother, secures her inheritance, and retreats to a remote estate to study and rebuild her life. One stormy night, she encounters Song Mo, a nobleman in disguise, and helps him protect the descendants of the Duke of Dingguo. Their destinies become intertwined. Amid Song Mo’s family mysteries and Dou Zhao’s struggles against malicious rumors, the two form an alliance through marriage to weather their respective crises. What begins with suspicion evolves into mutual trust and affection as they face challenges together. As political storms brew, they join forces to uncover the truth behind the Duke of England’s family secrets, thwart a rebellion, clear loyal officials of wrongful accusations, and safeguard the nation. Together, they reclaim their families’ honor and find happiness on their terms.

Airing 12/6~

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Costume drama Brocade Odyssey with Tan Song Yun and Zheng Ye Cheng

Brocade Odyssey (蜀锦人家) adapted from the novel written by Zhuang Zhuang.

Synopsis per Youku: It follows the legendary journey of Ji Yingying, a fiery and spirited woman from Shu, as she grows from a young girl at a dyehouse into a master craftswoman. During the Tang Dynasty, the beauty of Shu brocade was renowned worldwide. Nobles and the rich coveted it, and the military even used brocade as a form of payment. Under the thriving brocade industry in Yizhou, unseen tensions developed beneath the surface. The Ji family’s Shu Red Silk, renowned for its unparalleled quality, was so highly sought after that it earned the saying, “Shu Red outshines all reds.” Yet, this very reputation led to tragedy. The Ji family became caught in a fake brocade scandal, resulting in the unjust death of Ji Yingying’s father and the family’s overnight downfall. From a young age, Ji Yingying demonstrated intelligence and a passion for dyeing silk. Her natural talent grew, and she vowed to restore the glory of the Ji family’s brocade business and clear her father’s name. However, her journey was filled with obstacles, particularly from Zhao Xiuyuan, the son of the prominent Zhao family, whose unrequited love for her turned into hostility. Yang Jinglan, the illegitimate son of the prestigious Brocade Master family, returned to Yizhou after years of study abroad. Despite his reputation as a frivolous and short-lived official, he patiently navigated through court and society to uncover the truth behind the long-buried mystery. His path crossed with Ji Yingying, the spirited girl who had left an indelible impression on him during childhood. Together, they tackled crises and challenges that threaten the brocade industry. Ji Yingying’s innovative dyeing techniques earned her fame across Shu, drawing the attention of Sheng Fengze, the king of Nanzhao State, who had long coveted the secrets of various brocade houses. As Nanzhao’s aggressive tactics put Yizhou in peril, Ji Yingying took risks to protect her fellow artisans. Meanwhile, Yang Jinglan ventured into Nanzhao, joining forces with Ji Yingying to negotiate and safeguard the brocade trade. Their collaboration revived the brocade industry and left behind a timeless tale of Shu brocade’s legacy.

Airing 11/30~

A quick look and I thought this drama is related to Seven’s other drama, The Sword and the Brocade. Lol

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Bai Lu reunites with Wang Xing Yue in palace intrigued drama Tang Gong Qi An Zhi Qing Wu Feng Ming

Finally WXY has a chance to get his girl. Lol. I know a lot of people shipped them heavily in Story of Kunning Palace and I’m just happy I was on the right ship that time. 😛

Tang Gong Qi An Zhi Qing Wu Feng Ming (唐宫奇案之青雾风鸣) is adapted from the novel written by Sen Lin Lu. It follows our leads as they work together to solve multiple palace mysteries.

Filming has started so feel free to check out their first unofficial images after the jump! Bai Lu looks amazing with the high ponytail as chief guard of the inner court with great martial arts skills! I wish they gave WXY a different hairstyle but he is also fine-looking in here.

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HKdrama: Darkside of the Moon (2024) Episodes & Thoughts

Title: Darkside of the Moon 黑色月光
Episodes: 25
Genre: Thriller, Drama
Synopsis: Yue Moon-yuet, a trauma survivor, becomes a crisis manager. She infiltrates the circle of her wealthy molester to expose his crimes and accomplices. With confidants’ aid, she risks everything to unveil hypocrisy.
Current Progress: 05 of 25 (please note there is no release schedule, it may be weekly or fortnightly)

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Shen Yue and Lin Yi involve in a journey of growth in Smile Code

Smile Code (失笑) is adapted from the novel written by Zu Le.

Synopsis per Wetv: It tells the story of a down-and-out part-time talk show actress and an aloof male audience member suffering from alexithymia who get close to each other and heal each other. A love story of a woman who is funny to the end and a man who can’t laugh, a love contest begins. However, what connects the romance is not just the emotions between men and women, but also the struggling urban youths living in Shanghai. On and off the stage in the play, the spicy yet observational complaints hit the pain points of life, and the humorous ridicule is light, but it is also full of optimism and open-mindedness.

Airing 11/8

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