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Trending on Weibo, Chinese Netizens Say Love’s Ambition Resembles Anna, Reply 1988, and Other Dramas

Trending on Weibo, Chinese Netizens Say Love’s Ambition Resembles Anna, Reply 1988, and Other Dramas

LayarHijau – On October 9, the Chinese drama Love’s Ambition (许我耀眼), starring Zhao Lusi and William Chan, became a trending topic on Weibo after Chinese netizens accused it of borrowing scenes and storylines from several well-known dramas and films. The topic quickly sparked heated debate online, with some criticizing the show while others defended it. Premiering on September 26, Love’s Ambition surprised viewers with its soaring ratings despite minimal promotion. Zhao Lusi’s portrayal of Xu Yan, a woman standing up against societal prejudice, drew attention for its apparent parallels to Zhao’s real-life struggle with her agency dispute. Within an hour…
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Zhao Lusi and William Chan’s Love’s Ambition Draws Comparisons to Korean Drama Anna: 6 Key Differences

Zhao Lusi and William Chan’s Love’s Ambition Draws Comparisons to Korean Drama Anna: 6 Key Differences

LayarHijau– The drama Love’s Ambition (许我耀眼), starring Zhao Lusi and William Chan, immediately became a sensation upon its premiere. The series topped ratings and trended across multiple platforms thanks to strong performances, a gripping storyline, and the undeniable chemistry between the two leads. However, its popularity sparked debate: some viewers claim Love’s Ambition bears striking similarities to the 2022 Korean drama Anna, starring Bae Suzy, particularly because both feature female leads who lie and fabricate their backgrounds. This accusation briefly trended on Weibo on Thursday, October 9, where several netizens in China not only accused Love's Ambition of being similar…
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