The CGI from The Yinyang Master reminds me of Monster Hunt, except this time our hero is a half-mortal half-demon (Chen Kun) who joins hands with his former master (Zhou Xun) to defeat the demon king. William Chan, Wang Likun, Qu Chuxiao, Shen Yue, Wang Zixuan costar.
I like how the concept teaser for Pride and Price likens signing a contract to an imminent battle where everyone has their own schemes and ideas. Starring Anita Yuen, Song Jia, Chen He, Wang Yaoqing, Wang Longzheng and Song Zu’er, the drama will probably be released this year. [Character Intros]
The second season of Tientsin Mystic stars Jin Shijia as the River God. Zhang Ming’en, Wang Zixuan and Chen Yumi reprise their roles from the previous season.
English subs will be available on the iQiyi app.
The Eight 民初奇人传 (prev. 外八行) revolves around a university student (Ou Hao) who gets embroiled in a conspiracy involving a group of vigilantes from the pugilist world, and discovers his true identity in the process. Tan Songyun, Wang Zixuan and Qin Lan costar.
Pride and Price 盛装 is a glimpse into the lives of the people responsible for a top fashion magazine as they navigate the challenges that come with the digital age. Song Jia and Anita Yuen play editors who hold opposing views regarding the magazine’s future direction.
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Round-up of celebrity Decembers schedules put out by their workshops and what drama/film they’re working on right now, mostly selected based on if I liked their photo.
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Magazine spreads, photoshoots and cover art that recently caught our eye.
Xing Zhaolin and Eleanor Lee star in a mountaineering-themed romance.
Here are three sports-related school rom-coms that are currently airing. I honestly haven’t had time to watch any of them. Let me know if any of them are good.
Rock-climbing/Mountaineering – Blow in the Wind 强风吹拂
Starring: Xing Zhaolin, Eleanor Lee, Nonkul ( Chanon Santinatornku )
Synopsis: After the death of a friend during a hiking incident, Xia Di (Xing Zhaolin) goes into depression. With the help of rock-climbing coach (Eleanor Lee), he uncovers the truth about the accident and finds love on the way.
Available: One episode per day on Youtube with English Subs
Chen Feiyu, He Landou poster for My Best Summer (film version of The Best of Us)
Posters, stills, photoshoots, and random photos that caught my eye this week. This week is mostly June schedules of celebrities.
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Republican mystery drama Tientsin Mystic 2 is helmed by Season 1 director Tian Li, and stars Jin Shijia (Our Forty Years) as the protagonist who is able to solve cases using the special powers he has inherited from his master. Wang Zixuan, Zhang Ming’en and Chen Yumi reprise their original roles.