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Chen Duling Clarifies Rumors of Unfair Treatment on the Set of Qiao Chu

Chen Duling Clarifies Rumors of Unfair Treatment on the Set of Qiao Chu

LayarHijau – Actress Chen Duling has responded to rumors surrounding the production of the drama Qiao Chu (δΉ”εˆ). On June 30, she posted a statement on her personal social media account, addressing speculation about her treatment on set and explaining why she accepted the role of Chu Chao. According to Sohu, she wrote, β€œI chose Qiao Chu after reading the script and the original novel. After ten years since my debut, I believe I have the ability and judgment to make my own decisions. Chu Chao is a female character who brings light and strength to others. I love this…
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Second Collaboration Rumor Between Bai Jingting and Zhang Ruonan Sparks Debate

LayarHijau.com β€” Rumors of a second collaboration between Bai Jingting and Zhang Ruonan in the drama adaptation Doomsday Ten Days (γ€Šεζ—₯η»ˆη„‰γ€‹) have stirred both anticipation and controversy. While the prospect excited fans who appreciated their chemistry in The First Frost, conflicting reports about Zhang Ruonan’s alleged involvement quickly escalated into online disputes. A Drama Adapted from a Popular Suspense Novel The rumor began in early April 2025, when online sources reported that the popular suspense novel Doomsday Ten Days would be adapted into a drama. The novel, published on Tomato Novel by a member of the writing group known as the "Insecticide…
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Chinese Viewers React to The Prisoner of Beauty Ending

LayarHijau.com β€” The popular drama The Prisoner of Beauty, starring Song Zuer and Liu Yuning, officially concluded today for Tencent Video and WeTV VIP users who purchased the express package. Chinese viewers who have finished the show are flooding social media with their reactions to the ending. Does The Prisoner of Beauty have a sad ending or a happy ending? βš οΈ Disclaimer: Some details in the spoilers below may not be 100% accurate, as they are based on viewer comments and interpretations, which can vary. Update: We have added several details regarding the final fates of the characters in the drama, based on…
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What You Should Know Before Reading the Novel Versions of Your Favorite Chinese Dramas

LayarHijau.com β€” Many viewers fall in love with Chinese romantic dramas for their beautiful storylines, emotional moments, and captivating characters. It’s no surprise that after finishing a drama, some fans feel curious to check out the original web novels they’re based on. But before you dive in β€” whether you consider yourself conservative or not β€” you need to be mentally prepared: the tone and content of the novels can be very different from the drama adaptations. In fact, several popular Chinese web novels, especially in the romance and fantasy genres, contain explicit scenes, including detailed romantic or sexual moments that…
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More Than Just Wuxia: The Deep Messages in Jin Yong’s Condor Trilogy

LayarHijau.comβ€”Jin Yong, one of the greatest kungfu novelists in the history of Chinese literature, created the Condor Trilogy, which consists of three novels: "The Legend of the Condor Heroes" (The Eagle Shooting Heroes), "The Return of the Condor Heroes", and "The Heaven Sword and Dragon Saber". The three novels of the Condor Trilogy were first serialized in Ming Pao magazine in the 1950s to 1960s. "The Legend of the Condor Heroes" (1960-1961) was the first to be published, followed by "The Return of the Condor Heroes" (1959-1961), which started a bit earlier but finished later. "The Heaven Sword and Dragon Saber"…
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The Popularity of Chinese Dramas Boosts the Consumption of Novels and Other Literature

 LayarHijau.com--During the 3rd Shanghai International Online Literature Week, held from Monday to Wednesday, a discussion took place. The discussion focused on global trends in online literature, centering on the theme "Starting with Good Content: The Popular Code of C Dramas."This event brought together foreign online literature writers, Chinese academics specializing in this field, and international industry players.Currently, C Dramas, or Chinese dramas, are as popular as J Dramas (Japanese dramas) and K Dramas (Korean dramas), said Ouyang Youquan, head of the Online Literature Research Institute at Central South University."C Dramas have emerged as a symbolic term, reflecting the widespread popularity…
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Novel Author Comments on Dylan Wang’s Performance in Guardians of the Dafeng

 LayarHijau.comβ€”On the night of December 28, the original author of the drama Guardians of the Dafeng, MΓ i bΓ o xiǎo lΓ‘ng jΕ«n (translated as The Newspaper Seller), posted on Weibo."I am very satisfied with Dylan Wang Hedi's role as Xu Qian'an," he wrote, as reported by Sohu. Dylan Wang then responded in the comments, "Thank you, MΓ i bΓ o xiǎo lΓ‘ng jΕ«n."MΓ i bΓ o xiǎo lΓ‘ng jΕ«n replied to Dylan's comment, "I want to thank you, Didi, for bringing Xu Qian'an to life from the novel."From the author's comments, it is clear that Dylan Wang has successfully portrayed his character, making it feel…
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Hidden Love Novel Be Adapted into a Film? Here Are the Netizens’ Top Couple Candidates!

LayarHijau – The drama Hidden Love, starring Zhao Lusi and Chen Zheyuan, has become a phenomenon, achieving high ratings and setting a new standard for romantic dramas in China. Despite initial skepticism from netizens about their casting, the duo has proven themselves. Their roles as Sang Zhi and Duan Jia Xu have captivated audiences and garnered incredible popularity. After the airing, both actors were awarded the title of β€œBest Chosen Couple.” Recently, Wajijiwa officially announced that the film adaptation of Hidden Love has begun shooting, and the casting process is also underway. Actor Zhang Linghe, known for The Princess Royal, and Tian…
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