The Prisoner of Beauty

The storyline is well-paced, intense, and keeps you hooked from start to finish-there's not a single dull moment. The cinematography is soft and beautifully done, giving a warm and comforting vibe throughout. The original soundtrack (OST) is also stunning, perfectly capturing the emotions of each scene.

The cast did an incredible job. Every actor portrayed their character with such depth and realism that I felt deeply connected to all of them. The chemistry between the lead actors was especially amazing-so good that I genuinely hope to see them act together again in the future. I also loved how clever and quick-witted the characters were; their dynamic made the story even more engaging and memorable.

Some scenes felt a bit rushed due to the limited number of episodes (36), but that's understandable. Honestly, I wish there were around 40 episodes because I didn't want it to end! Overall, it's a series that stays with you long after it ends-an unforgettable experience that absolutely deserves a full 10 out of 10!

I think if you are new into chinese drama esp one in classic costume and you are a girl who all about sweet romance and romantic comedy, than The prisoner of Beauty is the perfect started pack!

It seems dark or serious during 1-2 episode but it's turn into more romantic comedy and family & friendship bonding with further episode. You don't need to think hard and just enjoy the flow of this drama and have fun and yes smiling all along. Yes since its costume drama of course there gonna be some up and down but overall it's a sweet historical romantic comedy to warm you with face and laugh out loud.

The Prisoner of Beauty is more than just a historical romance - it's a deeply emotional journey brought to life by two outstanding lead actors whose chemistry is undeniable and unforgettable.

From the very beginning, the love story between the leads pulled me in. It wasn't a typical fairy-tale romance. Their connection was built slowly, with layers of pain, trust, longing, and sacrifice. Both actors delivered performances that felt raw and real. You could feel every silent glance, every hesitation, every moment of tenderness and heartbreak.

The female lead was both delicate and powerful. She carried the weight of her beauty like a burden and gave depth to her character through subtle emotion and fierce resilience. The male lead was equally brilliant - torn between duty and desire, his quiet strength and protectiveness made his character incredibly compelling.

Together, they created a love story that felt timeless. Their growth, both individually and as a couple, was what made the drama so emotionally satisfying. You root for them not just because they're in love, but because their love feels earned, real, and transformative.

My first reason to watch this series is because of the Ml. I've seen his acting in many dramas and he executes very well. He has the eyes that delivers the message and acts well as a villain or as a compassionate hero. He also handles romantic scenes well. The plot of this drama is also good - revenge, arranged marriage with love to come much later when couple learns to trust each other and tribulations with warring states. The other characters in the series are all interesting too. My only one deterrent is the FL - her acting still needs improvement especially when the rest of the cast are pretty good. She always look like a bunny caught in headlights with mouth opened. I realize that's the look she often portrays in the series. But I'm glad the character she plays is smart and somewhat sassy. Otherwise, it would have been hard for me to give a 9 rating.

I think the best way to define this drama is that it does what its supposed to, nothing less and... nothing more.

I'll start by saying that they did the whole enemies to lovers thing really well, in the sense that you completely understand the animosity between them but you also get to see and understand how their relationship is repaired and deepened.

I also think the supporting characters were all pretty interesting with defining personalities and their own motivations that tied in well with the story. This made every scene worth watching.

I do think the romance was lacking, I feel like they held off on it till the tail end then seemed to rush through it.

All in all, I think this show is really worth watching, you won't regret it. And a quick shout out to the leading actors. The female lead really gave an outstanding performance and the male lead wasn't far behind, I could really see how much he has improved.