With the official start of the summer broadcast season, there is a flood of new drama information. On one hand, "Destined" has already become very popular upon its release, while on the other hand, "Snow Eagle Lord" is eager to compete with it.
There are also several costume dramas that have not been aired yet but have already gained popularity. Among them is "Romance on the Farm," starring Zeng Shunxi and Tian Xiwei which recently obtained its distribution license.
With its unique plotline, all-star cast with excellent looks and acting skills, and strong creative team leading the way behind-the-scenes, once this show airs it may just be another hit cdrama for viewers to enjoy.
Unlike typical historical dramas that focus on imperial or wealthy households, "Romance on the Farm" takes place in ancient rural China with a time-travel element added into the mix. The story follows a modern girl named Lian Man'er who travels back in time where she meets her male protagonist counterpart and together they embark on an adventure of becoming elite farmers and achieving wealth as well as ultimately finding love. This fresh take on themes and storyline makes "Romance on the Farm" highly intriguing for audiences.
The director Hong Ling leading this project is known as a powerful force within the industry having previously participated in producing works such as “Faith Makes Great”and created many critically acclaimed works including “Stealth Walker”. Her expertise regarding camera usage coupled with high-quality production values make this show stand out even more.
The screenwriter Jin Yuanyuan whom teamed up with Hong Ling ,also possesses formidable strength having written multiple successful historical drama series such as “Legend of Yun Xi”. Their collaboration can only be described as top notch quality workmanship at its finest.
Apart from its unique plot and impressive production team, "Romance on the Farm" also boasts a strong cast. The male lead Zeng Shunxi is considered one of the most talented young actors in the industry, with his three-dimensional features and natural air of authority making him stand out among his peers. His acting skills have continuously improved over time, resulting in numerous high-quality performances.
Previous works such as "Heroes", "Hi Venus", and "Meet Yourself" all featuring Zeng Shunxi became hits during broadcast, showcasing his excellent range whether it be historical dramas or modern roles. In this show he portrays Shen Nuo who has an interesting backstory that adds to the character's intrigue.
The female lead Tian Xiwei has a very sweet appearance with refreshing natural beauty that captivates audiences. Her versatile personality can switch as required by her role which endears her to many fans.
Last year, she co-starred alongside Bai Jingting in “New Life Begins” where not only did she showcase stunning ancient Chinese costumes but also delivered an impressive performance that left a deep impression on viewers and elevated her recognition for acting skill.
Unlike Li Wei in "New Life Begins" last year, Tian Xiwei's character Lian Man'er is a girl from ancient times with modern thinking that surpasses everyone else. With several scenes involving farming, it will be a challenge for Tian Xixi to effectively portray the character's complexity and intelligence. From the stills released so far, Tian Xixi looks humble in her plain clothes but still maintains her high level of beauty and successfully immerses herself into the role.
The lead actors' impressive skills and good looks complement each other perfectly. Their on-screen is not only pleasing to the eye but also adds excitement to their performances. The supporting cast includes Li Mo Zhi, Katherine Yang, Yvonne Wang, among others; all are highly skilled young actors who bring both acting talent and appearance strength to their respective roles in this new theme costume drama.
With its strong production team and excellent cast lineup,"Romance on the Farm" has great potential for success especially with its fresh storyline making it stand out in an already crowded genre of historical dramas. Coupled with Zeng Shunxi's popularity alongside Tian Xiwei’s rising star power as well as anticipation surrounding their performance together assures us that "Romance on the Farm" is poised for greatness.
Having received licensing approval recently, the show shall soon be scheduled; according to information available, it is expected to air during July which promises a new wave of viewership frenzy, stay tuned.
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