Lenda de Zang Hai

Watching the legend of Zang hai has been a treat so far. Xiao Zhan is an incredible actor and the plot has been engaging and intricate. It's very rare to watch a series that is unpredictable and where the outcomes of each conflict are interesting and well thought out. I think the pacing of the show is very well done too and there are very few scenes that feel redundant or unnecessary to the telling of the story. Visually the show is stunning. Though they utilise a select number of locations often, it builds a sense of familiarity. Great writing and well executed by all of the cast! I'm completely hooked!

Legend of Zang Hai is a truly outstanding drama with a deeply engaging and unpredictable storyline. Each episode is like opening a new chapter of a well-written novel - full of twists, suspense, and emotional depth. The plot is smart, layered, and keeps you constantly guessing. Nothing feels rushed or shallow; instead, the story unfolds naturally and meaningfully. Combined with beautiful visuals and strong performances, the series becomes absolutely addictive. It's one of those rare shows where the plot keeps getting better with every episode. A must-watch for anyone who values storytelling at its finest.

This is so far one of the best c-dramas. I hope they don't go into the regular rabbit hole and ruin it in later episodes.

The plot is superb and delivered exquisitely. Already in episode one you feel for the main character and you will also want to take part in the revenge. And mind me - the first episode has child actors who bring so much emotion and good acting at such a young age.

The ML delivers top notch acting, you can feel all his emotions and pain - it may be just a flickr of the eyes, or a tremble of the lips and you know in your heart what is portrayed. Episode 7 just ripped my heart - it was so emotionally loaded, I had to stare in the void for 20 minutes to recover.

All actors are doing an incredible job in delivering their characters. Up until now I haven't see a weak performance, be it from the experienced actors or from the younger ones.

And you can see that the director knows what he's doing by the bone - top visuals, top acting, top delivery. Everything is calculated to perfection.

My only complain is about the age of the characters, I just can't see them as the age the plot is stating. The ML should be 20, but he looks 30. One other character was supposed to be 36 but he's more like 50. But let's give it to the time period where people used to look older than the same age in modern times.

I am watching on Youku App, and have got to episode 16 so far (I bought VIP throughout the first episode because I just couldn't stop watching).

This production has impressed me for the quality of direction, photography, set design, costumes, historical and cultural accuracy (many museums and cultural institutions in China already came out with articles and comments about the artistic and cultural accuracy and value in Legend of Zanghai), and of course because of the cast, as numerous as it is highly professional.

The casting, too, is incredible. The child actors really do look like their adult version, and act very naturally. The "baddies" are very credible in their pettiness and cowardice, kudos to the actors and the director for finding the perfect balance. The main characters are just perfect for the role and Xiao Zhan's acting abilities truly bloom under top-tier direction. His ZangHai is cunning but human, calculating but youthful, and he really draws you in. I just can't wait for new episodes to come out. This drama will be remembered for a long time.

Legend of Zheng Hai is a beautifully crafted revenge story with excellent acting skills, exquisite set designs, costumes and makeup.

Xiao Zhan's acting sets the pace and mood of the show and creates just the right emotion the audience needs to be in. He is truly talented. I have only seen him in Untamed as Wei Wuxian before and was afraid Zhang Hai would remind me of that, but I have to acknowledge that Xiao Zhan is truly remarkable in his craft and very easy on the eyes!

The revenge story at times seems to drag especially in episodes 12 & 13 but picks up again in episode 14 but with such a long show this appears to be normal that some episodes may seem disjoint.

It is so far the best drama for summer viewing with just the right elements of story, suspense, and intrigue.

Kudos to all the actors, directors and producers!

Much love, always.