LayarHijau—The new drama starring Meng Ziyi and Li Yunrui, "Blossom," premiered on Tencent Video and WeTV on December 6.
The drama is currently ranked first on Tencent Video, with a heat index reaching 26,000. Today, Meng Ziyi is trending on Weibo under the hashtag "Meng Ziyi's Acting." Weibo users are praising the actress for her stunning performance in the series.
She plays the lead female character, Dou Zhao. Several viewers have shared analyses of her acting.
"In episode six, Dou Zhao displays an impressive, crazy side while caught in a tense situation. While she is busy in the kitchen, Madam Zhou attempts to ruin her reputation by trapping her in a room. However, Dou Zhao, being smart and quick-witted, manages to uncover Madam Zhou's plan and bravely confronts all challenges," wrote one user.
They noted that Meng Ziyi effectively expresses a range of emotions in her performance, from sadness to anger. The scene where Dou Zhao discovers her husband's infidelity in her past life highlights the depth of her pain, yet she strives to maintain her family's honor. When the secret of her mother's death is revealed, Dou Zhao undergoes a dramatic transformation, shifting from a passive demeanor to a bold stance against injustice.
Other viewers praised the scene where Dou Zhao chooses to take direct revenge on her husband and stepmother. After discovering their betrayal, she begins by gathering information on their behavior and devising a strategy to publicly humiliate them at the right moment. With courage, Dou Zhao exposes their lies, demonstrating that she will not allow them to continue their misdeeds.
Dou Zhao takes dramatic action by burning the clothes of her husband and his mistress as a symbol of severing ties, while inviting the servants to witness the act. Through these bold steps, she not only seeks revenge but also reclaims her dignity, proving that she is a strong woman willing to fight for her rights.
Synopsis of "Blossom"
"Blossom" follows the journey of Dou Zhao, a woman who lost her mother at a young age and became disillusioned with love and family due to the hardships she faced. To protect herself and her family legacy, she confronts her stepmother and chooses to live in a remote village, focusing on her studies to become self-reliant.
One stormy night, Dou Zhao meets Song Mo (Li Yunrui), who is disguised as a merchant. Using her intelligence, she helps protect the orphaned descendant of Duke Ding Guo, who was victimized during a raid. This incident intertwines their fates. Song Mo, coming from an official family, is entangled in the mysteries surrounding his family's downfall, while Dou Zhao faces malicious rumors about an arranged marriage orchestrated by her stepmother.
Initially, the marriage between Dou Zhao and Song Mo is based on suspicion, but over time, they come to trust each other and fall in love. Together, they face various challenges, including political intrigue and the uncovering of secrets.