boring..
To me, this drama is so boring...A story I don't understand... old fashioned shooting...nothing new or surprising... I don't have the heart to sit still and watch 36 episodes. The only thing worth watching in this drama is the visuals of the two actors... Others I don't know what you think, but I feel like the two main characters in this drama are very unattractive to me... 8.3? For me, that score is too high... imdb says it's 6, but I think that's exactly right. I had a hard time watching episode 6. I want to stop watching now.Was this review helpful to you?
Could have been better
This drama had a depthless plot which spent more time on the business writing than on the romance. I feel like the supporting cast could have been given more to work with so that their relationships didn't seem so much like superficial filler. As much as I had a hard time believing in the implausible pairing of the younger ingenue with the older supporting lead, I did root for them but felt their journey could have been handled better, Instead we get a girl chasing a guy who keeps running away, until he gives up and decides to just be with her. No build up. It's exhausting and silly to watch them.The next supporting couple made no sense at all. We have two people who are crazy in love with each other, but are too scared to be honest with each other about their feelings. They love playing games with each other which is a waste of time. Nothing much was happening but when they finally do decide to give their romance a chance, they almost disappear.
The main leads/couple were the most perplexing. I was intrigued by their relationship, the build up took a good long, time and when they got together, it was great---except when she started acting like a bumbling idiot whenever he was around. I guess that was supposed to be her playful side, but it seemed completely at odds with her personality. The misunderstandings broke your heart, so seeing them get to a better place later on was a relief. I found the excessive time passage towards the end unnecessary and unfair to the storyline and only furthered my frustration with the writers.
Dylan Wang gets better with every passing drama. He is growing as an actor and I hope he continues to take more meaningful roles. The best show to date has been Fairy Loves Devil. He needs to hold out for better parts because they are out there. Bai Lu was amazing in Till the End of the Moon, I find her an intelligent actress, so I find her hard to watch when she has to play silly ingenues. There are younger actresses out there who can do that. I think she is beyond that now and should strive for roles with more depth.
In general, this should have been left to more creative writers. The entire plot was superficial and boring and I felt the actors were cheated out of something better.
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Don't waste your time with this...
Seriously, this story with all it's used cliches might have been great to watch in 2000 but in 2023... Uff...I do like some fuffy and easy going drama from time to time but this was... uff... Everything could have been handled within 3-4 episodes if they only talked with each others.
A best FM-Fried who has NO fuc***** idea on how to build up a relation ship is giving advises and the FL is using these advises...
34 out of 36 episodes are full of misunderstandings, misunderstandings & (you might have guessed) misunderstandings.
The ML is kind of the worst actor in such dramas I've seen for a long time and I can hardly find any real chemistrie between those two Main Leads...
Not to start of that annoying mother of FL - "Hey, go have a Blind date with someone. If you don't like him, just tell me, i won't force you..." - "Ye mum, i don't like him" - "ok, but go on a date... ".
You could probably name any cliche you've seen in such dramas and this will most likely used it aswell...
There are only a few Reasons you might wanna watch this
- Supporting Family of the "richer" part (Kinda rarely)
- FL is just gorgeous, problably 1/10 most beautiful acress in asia region
- the little niece is creating some funny moments with her misunderstandings
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Tbh i was rooting for fl till the breakup scene. She was the stupidest one. It was entirely her fault. Can't even apologize and expects ml to patch up. And the bff is the absolute worst advice giver. Tbh she doesn't desrve a good relationship with ml, for whom she doesn't even feel sorry for wronging him. Absolute nutcase.
And the plot of her enjoying aroung the 2nd ml is just infuriating to watch. It's just infuriating and disgusting to watch.
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Wasted Potential
I started Only For Love for Dylan Wang. BaiLu has also given an impressive performance in a previous drama. Both are talented actors but this drama gave both of them nothing to work with. The plot is terrible, the characters are terribly written and there is no chemistry.I watched the first 8 episodes of the show with the greatest of difficulty because nothing was happening with the couples. The drama revolved around a CEO making business deals (boring!) and a financial reporter who is trying to secure interviews by flirting with him (ridiculous!) on the advice of her best friend.
I didn't get far enough to see what happens afterwards because there was nothing to look forward to. Dylan is not fit for a serious CEO role maybe because there is literally nothing interesting about this character. He doesn't even have interesting conversations. BaiLu has also been dealt a bad hand with a character that is unprofessional and immature in her dealings and the series sends a terrible message. We are just expected to believe both are good at their jobs without seeing any real work being done.
I was recommended to skip ahead and watch the last 6 episodes. Episode 31 also doesn't really carry much weight. Episode 32 made me fall asleep in the middle of it. I don't know if I have the ability to even watch the last 5 episodes. I'm so disappointed. But you can see some bits of romance thrown in if that is what you were waiting for. In order to save this drama, it should have wrapped up in half the episodes it actually has. It is so rare for me to drop a drama but I just couldn't do it. Not even for the leads. I hope in future they will work together again in something that has a decent story. As for this drama, sincerely, don't bother.
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Bad acting
First of all, this is more about CHINA actors/ actresses portrayal of their roles that are often lacking but yet they gotten it just for the sake of being in the " series" or for the sake of how " popular" they are as a " traffic stars"...so much different than those actresses/actors in Hollywood, Korean, etc that gotten popular because they are really good. Here once they gotten POPULAR just from one drama then they will get number of offers regardless of whether they are really good or suitable for the roles. The company will then heavily promoted them ( $$$$) but are they really deserving it?? I witnessed many actors/actresses that are not that good, but being made to look " good" by all those positive comments ( paid) all over the social medias to boost their popularity.As for the case here, Dylan acting is actually not great, his voice is lacking the punch and he relied more on " dubbing" on his previous dramas so in this one with his own voice it shows more of his shortcoming, that put his potrayal of this role not up to standard and his facial expression often is too stiff or overall done. So, I cant get immerse into the story because the is no chemistry between the leads and for me, I put more emphasize on the acting than visuals. Of course I understand the fans want to say good things to protect the idols but honestly, acting and good storyline is what get an audience want to watch the dramas, although fans will watch it for the visuals mostly or just to support their idols.
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Beautiful , fast paced
I liked the story and the chemical between the characters. It is romantic and has many kissing scenes. I like that the girl is also independent and successful by herself. Also the 2 secondary couples are cute. Women are independent and at the same time they can show love. The same for the male lead and the secondary male actors. I would recommend this drama for those who like fast paced and romantic dramas. I enjoyed watching this couple becoming entangled in the beginning and then suffered when they separareted for a while...Was this review helpful to you?
Amazing story
I really love this story. I also recommended this story to my best friend. I really enjoyed reading your insights and the way you presented your ideas was clear and engaging. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and perspective with us.In my opinion this story for new generation.
Usually I never comment on any drama but this is so convincing that I never stop myself to say something about it. You’re doing a great job. Keep it up. This is really amazing. In the enchanting world crafted by the author, "Whispers of Eternity" unfolds as a mesmerizing tapestry of emotions and vivid imagery. The characters breathe life into the narrative, their complexities skillfully explored. The prose is a symphony of eloquence, seamlessly blending poignancy and wit. The pacing, a delicate dance, keeps readers eagerly turning pages. Themes of love, loss, and resilience are interwoven with a touch of magic, adding a mystical allure. While the climax is both heart-wrenching and triumphant, the denouement lingers, leaving a bittersweet aftertaste. "Whispers of Eternity" is a literary gem, a testament to the author's mastery in storytelling. Each page is a brushstroke, painting a canvas of emotions that resonate long after the final chapter.
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refreshing
the chemistry of main leads are so top grade. they show so much ease at each other. they are relax with each other and not conscious at all making the watching process so cute.it pays too that the main leads are good looking. its my first drama to watch dylan wang and bai lu. this is the drama that made me knoe them both and i swear i am hooked.
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perfect
I think after watching so many k-dramas, c-dramas, I feel this was pretty good one for 2023, as I think the story line is as simple as our life, we general humans make mistakes and regret. According to me not all people are able to express themselves clearly this is the same case as FL. I loved the quality, ups and down and flow of characters. In real life a company owner never marries an average girl or a rich working women never marries a simple boy. this is just our imagination, lets enjoy it.Was this review helpful to you?
Friendship, Love, misunderstanding
This drama flow through Friendship, Love, misunderstandingIf we cut the misunderstand portions from this drama this drama finished under 24 episodes
Main strength of this drama is multi star casting most of the actor and actors are well familiar
I like all the actor and actors in this drama
Dylan Wang ----he delivers mass and stylish acting in this drama
Bai Lu-- As usual she delivers very cute and promising acting
Wei Zhe Ming----he also As usual acting in medium screen time [ in meantime i'm watching I MAY LOVE YOU Its excellent ]
Jiang Pei Yao----she no words to describe outstanding
All the leads and their actings in love scenes chemistry is woww
Overall i love this drama i hope you are all also enjoy it thanking you
If you like---- Wei Zhe Ming ----you can watch this drama I MAY LOVE YOU it's really superb
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Typical
Nothing new here. Same ole C-drama template filled with 'popular' Chinese actors/actresses. When will the Chinese realize that having a popular star doesn't make a drama good? Don't let the fans dictate your agenda! I'd rather have an original and interesting plot than a 'top' cast because an actor/actress, like a NFL quarterback, can't win the game when the playbook stinks and the coach doesn't give good direction. I'm beyond the stage in my life where I just want to see my favorite pretty boy (or girl); I want sustenance, I want creativity, I want originality. If that means reducing the number of episodes, so be it! I've always preferred movies to soap operas anyway. Ok, enough of a rant. I'm really starting to feel sorry (and embarrassed) for the Chinese when all they can produce is the same ole template filled with the latest and hottest stars. Just because an actor/actress has a hit drama doesn't mean they're right for every drama that shows up in their agency inbox. Yep, I'm talking to Dylan. Please, boy, get yourself a more selective agent before you ruin your career again. Or maybe you need a better director who can speak the language that brings out what we saw in LBFD. Pairing him with a popular actress doesn't guarantee success, and frankly, I was disappointed with Bai Lu's character as well so she didn't help him much. Well, anyway, that's all I'm saying. Please, I'm begging you, get rid of the C-drama Rom-Com template and write a new playbook.Was this review helpful to you?
