Like A Warm, Comforting Hug. Worth The Hype!

This Chinese drama shall go down as a modern day classic.

It has a relatively simple story, but the execution is marvellous. The casting is on point and all the characters were brought to life so incredibly well. Every single song in the soundtrack is lovely and fitting. The plot and premise of this drama is fairly straight-forward but perhaps that is what makes it so brilliant. It is realistic, relatable, and immersive. Slowly but steadily, Hidden Love will blossom in your heart as you watch the ML and FL's relationship grow, transform, and mature.

There are many similar productions that I would've rated a solid 8/10, but Hidden Love just feels too special. There is not an ounce of artificiality or overstatement. I laughed, I cried, I felt their heartbreaks, and I felt their ecstatic moments too. This drama also contained hands down THE cutest drunk FL scene I have ever witnessed, plus many other scenes that were so adorable, funny, and heartwarming that I rewound multiple times.

This drama will remind you what it feels like to love, and to be loved.

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Love That Ascends All

I would like to preface this by saying that I actively avoid 仙侠 (xianxia) dramas, as the CGI always feels off-putting. For those who used to feel similar, this is your sign to give this series a chance.

Love Between Fairy and Devil is a masterpiece. It is well-rounded in every major aspect. The cast is phenomenal, and everyone truly brought these characters to life in a convincing and multi-dimensional way. Esther Yu (小兰花 / Xiao Lan Hua / "Orchid") and Dylan Wang (东方青苍 / Dong Fang Qing Cang / "Moon Supreme") have undeniable chemistry. Both brought to this production absolutely praise-worthy performances that will leave a lasting impression in your heart.

I wish to give a shout-out to Esther because some have found the female lead annoying/fake. Those who are familiar with Esther from Youth With You 2 will know that in real life, she has a lively personality very similar to Orchid. The producers intentionally cast her for good reason. That is indeed her real voice. Personally, I found her character funny, endearing, and lovable from beginning to end. From the body swap scenes to the final episodes, she demonstrated impressive acting range, skill, and sincerity for this role.

The story and overall pacing is excellent. It is not perfection, nor is the story particularly groundbreaking in and of itself. However, the cast and production team took the story in front of them, presented it well, and told it with love. The story progresses steadily, with momentum, and with tension at just the right points. Pared down, this is a heartfelt love story that will remind you of love, make you rethink your perspective on love, and perhaps rekindle some of it in your own heart.

Lastly, the CGI and the musical score of this drama is outstanding. Not once did the CGI disrupt my immersion in the drama as a viewer. Rather, every episode had moments of breathtaking CGI beauty that literally made me gasp and admire the artistic vision and level of post-production effort that went into this series. Overall, Love Between Fairy and Devil is a fantasy stunner. The scenery, costumes, battle scenes, and overall world-building is commendable. Adding to the visual feast and completing the picture is an incredible soundtrack. The songs, as well as instrumental tracks, blend perfectly with the scenes they are paired with and elevates the emotional experience.

Sit back, relax, and give this memorable gem a chance.

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