Drama Digest
Qian Wei is a 28-year-old paralegal working for Lu Xun, her evil boss and her former classmate, who she despises with all her heart. During their school days, Lu Xun was indifferent to her due to an incident where she had offended him accidentally. Now, after many years, he is still taking his sweet revenge by making her life a living hell in the workplace. The grudge of past years finally changes after Qian Wei becomes a victim of a tragic accident and enters a coma stage. During her time, she dreams of her school days and teen years, where she meets a different Lu Xun who has an opposite side to him. Spending days drifting from dream and reality, she understands Lu Xun is more than what meets the eye. Even the real Lu Xun becomes softer towards Qian Wei, and a new relationship develops. Struggling to understand their feelings and the drastic changes, it becomes clear that something has changed between them. But soon, they accept these feelings and reach their aspirations as a loving couple. Qian Wei began to understand her true self and believed in her choices, and gained the status of becoming a lawyer. They mature, understand, grow together and live happily ever after.
The Feel-Good Part
The show follows two former classmates who unexpectedly work in the same place and have a boss-employee relationship but start on the wrong foot from the beginning. It makes for a romantic and comical drama that is surrounded by fantasy aspects as well. Each element used in this show are well depicted and layered out. It is a wholesome and heart-warming story that will make the audience joyful and emotional in the end. The plot progressions and character building were engaging and creative. The acting performances got well portrayed by the main leads with beautiful chemistry. The show captures every emotion well, which is easier to connect with the audience. It contains a captivities storyline and memorable characters with a well-executed technical production. It also nailed the law aspect, even if it didn’t fully showcase them in every episode. There are some clichéd moments, but they elevate the viewing experience and make for an enjoyable time.
The Disappointing Factor
Some parts seem predictable and underwhelming to watch but manage to attract many viewers.
In-Depth Analysis
Begin Again revolves around a sweet and cute story of two people at odds due to various misunderstandings and situations. But an unexpected accident makes things clear, which helps them bond and see the good sides in one another. They cleared their confusion, which made them accept their changing feelings, and budding romance blossoms. But as they work in the same place, they face many problems, which they resolve together. From hating each other to loving forever, this drama makes viewers aware of love, work, ambitions, misunderstandings, friendships, and second chances.
Star Power
It is a Chinese show directed by Xue Ling and written by Ma Yu Xin. The main actors are Z. Tao playing the role of Lu Xun, and Song Zu Er plays the role of Qian Wei in this series. The supporting cast includes Garvey Jin, Zhong Li Li, Li Bai Hui, and Yan An, portraying their respective characters in the show.
Overall Opinion
The show is a must-watch for the audience interested in fantasy romantic comedies as it gives an uplifting experience. The drama provides the Haters to Lovers trope that captivates many romance genre lovers. It is a worthwhile watch as it is a feel-good drama that can stir emotions in every episode.
