She Who Is Dangerous to Me (2023)

Un scénario plat (et souvent absurde), mais une romance palpitante

C'est sûr, My Lethal Man n'est pas original, au contraire. Il cumule les clichés et les situations qui ont pour but de secourir la FL en difficulté par le charismatique et mystérieux ML. Et ça tombe bien, parce que tout est dans le couple principal qui dégage une alchimie entraînante. En réalité, la romance est le seul intérêt de ce drama. Si on l'enlève, il ne reste plus grand chose, donc...

Le topo de départ pouvait être intéressant, mais le réalisme n'était pas convié lors de l'écriture du scénario. Tant pis ! Cependant, le rythme rend l'ensemble digeste et on se laisse prendre au jeu, même si parfois l'histoire ne fait aucun effort. Les antagonistes sont (comme dans tous C-Dramas du genre) identifiables dès le départ etc. Rien de neuf sous les cocotiers sur ce point. De toute façon, la romance l'emporte sur tout !

C'est la troisième fois que je vois Fan Zhi Xin, et il me charme à chaque fois. Tant en homme mystérieux, cruel et froid comme la glace. Mais aussi en tant qu'homme amoureux. D'ailleurs, il semble à l'aise lorsqu'il s'agit de tourner avec des femmes plus âgées que lui. Et il est fort probablement que ça aide sur la partie où il devient un petit chaton tout mignon.
En revanche, c'est la première fois que je vois Li Mo Zhi. Derrière ses grands yeux plein de larmes, on y voit une actrice solide qui transmet une belle sensibilité. Si son personnage n'est pas mon préféré dans les romances, j'ai apprécié la façon dont elle a dépeint son personnage en évitant de tomber dans la fille stupidement amoureuse et grinçante de niaiserie. Son seul défaut est de ne pas avoir eut de poigne plus tôt, mais les scénaristes ne semblaient pas d'accord sur ce point.

L'alchimie du couple est au rendez-vous. Les personnages sont intéressants, même s'ils ne sont pas des exemples. Les baisers sont magnifiques, le couple dégage un certain attrait qui nous donne envie de continuer pour savoir où ils vont arriver. Même si on se doute de la fin, le cheminement reste intéressant.

Du côté des autres personnages, la meilleure amie (Rao Mei Na) est débile (et ce n'est pas affectueux du tout). Le garde du corps (Yuan Shuai) n'agit que lorsque ça sert l'histoire et le hacker de génie (Fang Xiang) ne semble pas si ingénieux que ça. Leur triangle amoureux n'a aucun intérêt, d'ailleurs. Mais le personnage de Rao Mei Na m'a tellement agacé que j'imagine ne pas avoir porté plus d'intérêt que ça. Quant à Tang Lin et Chang Zhe Kuan avaient un potentiel, mais ils ne servaient qu'à faire progresser l'histoire.

Bref, est-ce qu'il mérite absolument le détour ? Non. En revanche, ne pas avoir d'attente quant au fil rouge de l'histoire permet de ne pas trop s'embêter et de simplement apprécier la romance.

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Wow, the acting! It's simply phenomenal!

I don't usually give reviews but I just HAD to. This drama hooked me from the very first episode. I was looking for something lighthearted and well...this isn't always light-hearted, but my goodness I couldn't stop watching. It had the perfect blend of fluff, romance, angst, mystery, realism, and phenomenal acting.

About the acting, Fan Zhixin is a wonderful actor. I have seen him as a 2nd ML in other dramas but he completely blew me away with his flawless portrayal of Yan Xingcheng, a truly lethal man: hot, dangerous when pushed, fiercely protective of his loved ones, and one who is also secretly battling his own trauma while putting on an almost impenetrable mask.

I say "almost impenetrable" because only Shen Manning, played by the wonderful actress Li Mozhi, could break through the ML's carefully constructed mask. The FL is not OP, but she is smart, adaptable, strong, emotionally resilient, and most of all, patient and loving with the ML as he works through his issues. Li Mozhi portrayed the FL beautifully, and I will certainly be looking forward to more works from her.

Together, they make an impressive power couple who, despite some bumps in the road, are able to bravely face everything they encounter with tact and intelligence. The chemistry between the two leads was...wow. Just...wow. There are not many Chinese dramas where I'd say the kiss scenes weren't cringey, but this one is one of them. The kisses were sizzling, sweet, and everything in between. Absolutely immaculate.

The side characters were well fleshed out, lots of character development for all of them, especially Tang Lin. This was so we'll made that by the end, I was even feeling sorry for the villains.

Overall, everything from the cast and production to the styling and OSTs were amazing. Truly one of the best dramas I've seen. I hope the actors get recognition for it, because it's just that good.

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This show surprised me (in a good way). This was like a wattpad story coming to life lmao, but the male lead carried hard with his acting. I also liked the female lead, but the excessive breathing was a little weird and annoying at times. Man Ning was a mix between a naive damsel and badass: sometimes, she was so air-headed that she'd follow a stranger or put herself in danger, and on other occasions, her good memory would serve to safe the company, or she'd actually stand up for herself and be strong(willed). I think it was more or less well balanced, if I were her, I would have panicked too, so I don't blame her for being a lil dumb sometimes haha. Xing Cheng... wow. I really liked that even with bumps in his revenge plan, or falling in love, he didn't lose his calculating, ruthless persona. The action scenes were a bit goofy (cue ep. 17 in the parking lot, but at least it made me laugh), but overall the ratio between (very thin) plot, romance and action was pretty even. The music was to die for, I really loved the OST! The secondary couples/characters... Mei Na.... baby girl, who instructed the actress to act like a child sometimes? I honestly skipped most of the scenes that did not include the main couple, cause the rest really just annoyed me. Overall, a surprisingly decent show - the plot was a bit thin and nonsensical though. The male lead was great and I hope he'll get more leading roles in the future.

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Messy plot but good acting from ML

This is your typical ‘old school’ Chinese drama. Cold rich super capable ML, who can fight, save the damsel and merely get a small scratch on his face 😅

The storyline is complicated. As usual, there is the power struggle from within the family to gain the majority shares and ultimately power of the family company. A lot of past history intertwined with missing persons and death. Somehow, the history of the ML tragic accidents involves the FL’s family as well! The FL’s character is bright and cheerful, but she loves too easily and emotionally unstable. In the first few episodes, the ML has his hand around her neck choking and threatening her in that manner. Not Cool. But of course towards the last few episodes, she becomes his pillar of strength.

Many holes in the plot. Many things don’t make sense. Very over dramatised 😅 Especially the final episode! Third parties- yes. A very annoying female rival Tang Lin who is rich but so spoilt and just cries when she cannot get the man she wants.

The romance between the main couple is quite nice. A short break up and he said very hurtful things to her, but we all know it’s not the truth 😅 Some nice PDA scenes, and yes it’s a happy ending. ML Fan Zhi Xin’s acting is really good in this one. It’s my first time watching him, and was impressed. Also very good looking 😍
Give this a try, but don’t expect too much.

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Shittiest and illogical plot, turn your brain off and watch it for the main cp

I wish I could give a zero for minus rating for the story. It started as very good one but just around episode 8-9, it feels like they changed the scriptwriter midway through coz why did the ML become so stupid??? Shittiest plot development and in they end, they said 'we are a family'. Like why the whole struggle of ages if you don't intend to punish the murder?
I couldn't help but point out so many flaws, especially when ML's friend used to follow villains and keep watch on them.
However, I love the 'main cp' and OST. This is the only plus point to this drama. I skipped scenes too often and just watched them. They have good chemistry but then again, the scriptwriter have to fvck up again so he added poor communication (ep 13-15 If I am not wrong and around 20th episode)

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C-drama or Soap Opera, it's good either way

I actually enjoyed this drama a lot, though I understand why many don't. It is one of those over-dramatized family stories with lots of plot holes and questions, doppelgangers, family feuds, death, kidnapping, and all that fun stuff, haha. That's why I think it would qualify as a soap. It was a genuinely sweet drama with a fast-paced romance that keeps you going until the end. The characters are enjoyable to watch, and they fit very well into the story.
Shu Manning's character was admirable. though portrayed as weak, nervous, and anxious, she was not afraid in pursuing her love. And she loved that man with her whole life, she was willing to do anything for him.
Yan Xing Cheng fit the role of the Lethal Man quite well. His character was strong and unshakeable, yet showed his soft side to Manning, and he did love her very much. (PS: Their Kisses were the highlight of the whole thing )
The supporting characters were also pleasing to watch, they kept the story going.
the only downside of this drama would be the plot, it could have been written better though the story was interesting.
All in all its a good and recommended drama if you want a passionate romance with a bit of thriller, suspense, and drama.

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Go with it!

I get tired of hearing how unrealistic a drama is when shows like Star Wars, Guardians of the Galaxy are popular! So why can’t a drama plot be similar to a James Bond movie ? I like this drama. It’s fun to wait for the next twist. Dramas, plays and shows are meant to entertain not necessarily be realistic unless you’re watching a documentary- right? I really like the ML as he is totally his role as part James Bond and part Indian Jones. He is flawed so we are rooting for him despite his sometimes mean behavior towards FL. I wish the writers would have made FL role a little lighter - outwardly she goes along with the role too easily as she doesn’t even snoop about her own family. Anyway I like this and want others to watch it. Don’t think too much. Just go with it. Kinda also reminds me of American gangster movies from the 1950,s I think it shows that Chinese writers are expanding their story lines . As for me I am tired of amnesia, love /hate leads and terminal illness plot lines . At least give this show a try.

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I fall in love with the ML

Episode 1-5 quite bored but I stay watch this because the ML look hot.. storyline so far okay.. got twist of plot. The three musketeers (ML,YS,FX) alll look good… I didn’t like FL character…still 4 more episode…

ML good in acting, fit with the character and look super hot in fight scene..

FL her character are too weak.. but the actress look cute..

I don’t like the cousin and his mom btw..

The fight scene in the parking lot… when the FL were drunk but the ML try to hide that he fight those man/women in black are the best.. 😅😅😅

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An interesting Mystery Romance Drama but the last 4 episodes were a disappointment

My Lethal Man is a mystery romance drama starting not well-known actors and actresses with backgrounds in supporting roles in other C-dramas.

The production quality is so bad; everything is so bright, especially during the kissing scenes. I am not sure why Chinese dramas always do that for cheap quality productions on streaming platforms like iQiyi, Tencent, MangoTV, etc.

I enjoyed the mystery aspect of the drama when the ML tried to solve the 17-year-old car accident that took his family's life. The plot was interesting until the last 4 episodes when things went wrong and stupid.
Even though it has a happy ending, the way it unraveled was so bad, and the acting was not great for either of the entire cast.

The FL does a better job than the ML, and the supporting CPs were not great. Some of the songs in the OST were good.

I am giving it a 6.5 because of the music and the first 20 episodes.

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Our Lethal Couple

1. ACTING
It's a collection of action+suspense+romance+depression/trauma. Honestly I really LOVE THE ACTING of the lead Fan Zhixin & Li Mozhi. Their CHEMISTRY & EMOTION are on top.

I didn't expect that Yan Xingcheng character will have many layers of emotion. I'm worried when he's angry cuz his anger really hits right. His madness ain't a joke. Then we he cried, he really looks helpless. When he got the attack, I'm sad for him. Seriously I hope Fan Zhixin can get more recognition by this character.

Li Mozhi also become my anticipated actress now. Her crying scene makes me feels sad too. She can varies her acting from the low confidence Shen Manning to the brave Manning. Her emotion hits right for me.

Together they supports each other through thick & thin. Their dialogue "I'm here" during peril situation really comforting.

2. OST
The OST is good here. It really brings out the right vibe for certain scene.

3. DIRECTING
I love how some scene are well directed to portray the right emotion/sequence. As example, the scene where the ML holds his hand out to help FL to get up from her devastated state. Then, the scene reversed when it's FL turn now to hold out her hands to ML while he's on his low state of life. Also, the drawing of drowning child that FL drawn really have a deep meaning to the ML that it makes him finally letting out his emotion after so much suppression. I really love the depth of this scene.

The cinematography also nice. The way they control the lighting really suits the mood either to be romantic/aesthetic.

4. STORY
I love the suspense they have in this series. Almost every episode got me hooked on the screen and eagerly wait what will happen to them. I understand that maybe the plot not someone's cup of tea but at least the suspense can bring us to watch this. Not to mention some plot twists also left me surprised.

I rarely enjoy modern chinese drama but this one really poke my interest to watch :D (P/S: this drama also kind of giving me a kdrama vibe ;D)

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