Sword Rose (利剑·玫瑰) is an upcoming modern investigation drama.
Synopsis per Wetv: Policewoman Hua Deng Yan hopes to join the anti-drug team to uncover the truth behind her boyfriend’s death. However, her success in rescuing a baby hostage earns her a promotion as the acting director of the anti-trafficking team in Tianhai City. As she faces various crimes, will she uncover the truth behind her boyfriend’s death?
Airing 7/28~
I Am Nobody: The Showdown Between Yin & Yang (异人之下之决战! 碧游村) confirms its broadcasting date to be 1/18! I have yet to watch Season 1. Perfect opportunity to wait and binge. But looks like there might be a Season 3? XD
Flashback to Season 1 Synopsis Per Youku: Zhang Chulan (starring Peng Yuchang), an ordinary young man, gets entangled in an unprecedented world of “outsiders” when his grandfather’s body mysteriously disappears. Facing unexpected pursuit from the Sinister Pleasure, a relentless organization, and the sudden appearance of an enigmatic girl Feng Baobao (starring Wang Yinglu), Zhang Chulan decides to no longer hide his superpower. As Zhang delves into his grandfather’s past, he gradually becomes part of the world of outsiders, where the mysteries of history start to unravel. Behind it all lies a shocking secret, and Feng’s mysterious origins seem to hold the key to the truth. The young outsiders fight shoulder to shoulder to overcome the challenges and become friends who have each other’s back. On their journey of growth, each one searches for their sense of righteousness, while a battle between good and evil looms on the horizon…
Royal Feast (尚食) reunites Xu Kai and Wu Jin Yan in historical foodie drama! Quite a lot of food-centered dramas lately. We follow our heroine as she enters the forbidden palace as a lowly maid in the royal kitchen and works her way up. It is set during Yongle’s years of the Ming dynasty as the emperor decides to open up the food bureau for female recruits. Our female lead is accepted, along with two others – both with different background, one used to be a beggar, and the other one regarded as a genius cook. The three of them work together to support and create fresh new dishes, incorporating medicines and savored flavors of the past. However, as our female lead rises up the ladder, the true meaning of ‘food’ hits her; it’s a bridge connecting people and different cultures. She gives up competing in prestigious food competitions and leaves the palace to join the common people in spreading the love for Chinese cuisines.
Airing 2/22~
If you didn’t have anything to watch, here are three more dramas airing today. Lol.
EDIT: Added a 4th drama!
Lover or Stranger (陌生的恋人) is described as a “romantic thriller that tells a suspenseful story about a violinist named Luo Qian Yi. Luo lost her memory in an accident right before marrying her fiancé Huo You Ze. In the attempt to restore her memory, Luo uncovers many secrets of hers and falls in love with Huo You Ze once again.”
Airing 7/12~
Court Lady (骊歌行) is an upcoming period drama based on the unfinished novel written by Feng Nong (General and I), who then proceeded to finish the story through this drama script. Interesting. That means there won’t be novel fans cursing at the differences? Lol. The story takes place during the Tang Dynasty and follows the romance between a good-for-nothing spoiled hero and our talented heroine who pushes him out of his lazy chair. Our hero is famous for having no dreams and no ambitions, satisfied with wasting away his father’s money until a chance encounter with the heroine. She likes a man of direction and talents and that shall be his motivation to grow and mature but soon he begins to realize the instability of the Tang Empire, motivating him further. He spurs into action, becoming a military commander to protect the borders and stop illegal smuggling. In the meantime, our heroine works her way up in the palace as a weaver, facing dangers that threaten her and her family.
Airing 4/15~
Imperial Cuisine (尚食) is an upcoming historical drama featuring Wu Jin Yan, Xu Kai, and Wang Yi Zhe. It is set during Yongle’s years of the Ming dynasty as the emperor decides to open up the food bureau for female recruits. Our female lead is accepted, along with our male lead and another female – both with different background, one used to be a beggar, and the other one regarded as a genius cook. The three of them work together to support and create fresh new dishes incorporating medicines and savored flavors of the past. However, as our female lead rises up the ladder, the true meaning of ‘food’ hits her; it’s a bridge connecting people and different cultures. She gives up competing in the prestigious food competition and leaves the palace to join the common people in spreading the love for Chinese cuisines.
Our lead couple has worked together plenty of times before (not surprising since both are under Yumama), Untouchable Lovers, Story of Yanxi Palace, and Zhao Ge (not aired yet). But they weren’t always a couple.
Are we leaving some dramas for September? Lol.
Upcoming ancient detective drama Maiden Holmes (少女大人) stars Chen Yao and Zhang Ling He. Our hero is Prince of Qi who was ambushed during a crucial battle and lost all his men. Held accountable for the loss, he was later discharged from his title and travels under a different name with the aim to find out what happened. He stays at a small town and forms a detective squad with our female lead (a rising constable on a mission to overturn a case for her family) and two others, solving crimes and eventually getting involved with the royal schemes.
Chen Yao has two dramas out at the same time where she’s cross-dressing in both; one modern, one ancient!
Airing 8/27!