Drama Digest
The Lighter and the Princess’ Gown is a story of love, loss, and hope, directed by Liu Jun Jie. The story of the drama is about a girl who starts her university journey. Her journey becomes clumsy when Li Xun enters her life. Soon a close bond is made between them as they begin a relationship despite their different family backgrounds.
The Feel-Good part
The storyline is perfect for this drama. The drama was a remake of a novel having the same title as the show. The story has elements of saccharine sweetness and angsts of youthful romance. The show is addicting for the viewers, as they can see the characters in the novel come alive with this drama.
The Disappointing Factor
The plot is odd in this drama, which may make the viewers bored halfway through the show. As the drama was an adaption of a novel, it lacks the actual drama feeling. Besides that, nothing is lacking. The show has all elements to keep viewers entertained.
In-Depth Analysis
Zhu Yun has just started her journey at a university. Her life turns topsy-turvy when a guy named Li Xun enters the university. Zhu Yun gets bullied by a senior, Fang Zhiqing. Li Xun stands up for Zhu Yun and even invites her to join the campus team for a programming contest. They eventually win the competition. Zhu Yun and Li Xun become close and take a courageous next step into a relationship. Fang Zhiqing causes an accident that injures Li Xun’s sister. Li Xun hits the former and gets imprisoned. After three years, Li Xun returns from jail while Zhu Yun stands by him.
Star Power
The characters come alive with Arthur Chen Feiyu portraying proud programming genius Li Xun. New-generation actress Zhang Jingyi plays goody-two-shoes top student Zhu Yun. Eden Zhao Zhiwei, Jenny Zeng Keni, and Cui Yuxin did their best in this drama.
Overall Opinion
It is a must-watch show for those who love romance dramas. It is a perfect drama to watch when you want elements of romance and business in the show. Overall it is a good drama to watch.
