Chenxiang ru xie · Chenxiang zhong hua

I was waiting for this drama to air since its filming was complete. I looked forward to this series because of the story. I also trust that Yang Zi and Cheng Yi could do justice to their characters. As expected, they didn't disappoint. Whenever they are in the same scenes, they tell the story of two fated lovers' sweetness and sorrow. They are able to draw the audience into their characters.

Even though the series is based on Taoist and Buddhist religious framework (e.g. People or objects achieve deity status through cultivation), the overarching theme is to love and care for the world, an essential teaching of Confucianism. The latter dictates the main characters' behaviors and decisions. For example, Ying Yuan's name literally means "answer to the deep (the world down below)." As a deity of high rank, Ying Yuan is not aloof but very into the well-being of the world.

The ending of the story came as a surprise to me because it was unlike the other series of Xianxia genre (a combination of Chinese martial arts and folklores or classical stories). As I thought more about the character of Ying Yuan, his choice for the love of the world than his own was reasonable. Yan Dan grew to know his heart and understand his cause. At the end, she forgave him and supported him. Her decision to follow Ying Yuan was understandable. The ending is actually very uplifting. All Ying Yuan's life, he thinks that he didn't deserve to be alive because he was born of a sinful father. However, his very own existence became the salvation of the world. He answered this world with his love even though he had to give up his own.

I love how Yangzi and Cheng Yu portrayed their characters in this drama. I earnestly hope that they can collaborate again.

Yes, i almost dropped this drama, but thanks God, i tried to skip episodes and went directly to watch ep 15, the forgotten river scenes, it surprised me since the plot is now become interesting and the act was superb, the feeling portrayed by Yangzi and Chengyi was so real and beautifully executed.

And the rest is history, since its now become one of the best xianxia drama i have ever seen.

*and ofcourse i get back to watch early episodes that i skipped before to get some foundation of the story.

And as usual, ChengYi's acting never dissappoint us, he can ensoul any character to become alive. His acting is out of this world and for this reason only, its worth watching since its rare and difficult to find such quality of acting in any dramas nowadays.

Dont worry, the plot will get more interesting and after watching more episodes, we will find that honestly the plot is even better than classic popular TMPOB or AOL.

So if you feel the plot is flat, the cgi is bad, etc... just hang on, or just skipped to ep 9, it started to get interesting from this episode and so on.

If you are xianxia lovers, IS is a must watch, period.

Usually I dont like shows with such length. But Thank God I watched it and my time was totally, totally worth for it.

Although you may find 8th to 14th episodes a bit draggy but trust me first 15 episodes are the foundation of the future events and are crucial for the upcoming episodes.

And once they come in Mortal realm you will watch the episodes by replaying it again and again. Such is the storyline, execution, cinematography, casting , their sizzling chemistry and superb acting.

Talking about cast :- Cheng Yi - Oh his eyes do all the talking. He has perfectly act 3 different roles in this very single show. And I am totally in love with these 3 different characters.

Yang Zhi - She is fabulous, charming, adorable, pretty, smart, bold, funny, great actress as always. She is like life of the show. She balances the seriousness of this show with her charms.

Story:- As the name says it all, Immortal life's tragic love story. Their story holds you even though sometimes it is painfull to watch. But not that painfull that you wanna drop it instead you long for more. That kind of show is this.

Why it surpasses AOL in terms of plot ?

• AOL plot was straight and predictable with great acting. Whereas this show is unpredictable in terms of storyline with also great acting and its thrilling when you wait for " Aah what will be the next thing ?"

MUST WATCH for XIANXIA FANS.

Based on the novel Chen Xiang Ru Xie by Su Mo, Immortal Samsara follows Ying Yuan (Cheng Yi) the Sovereign Lord and protector of a fantastic heavenly realm inhabited by deities and spirits who live long, peaceful lives above the clouds, and Yan Dan (Yang Zi), one of two rare four-leaf Lotus Blossoms who just wants to live a care-free life.

When both lives entwine, consequences, misunderstands, secrets and conspiracy is the name of the game, and romance can be what breaks everything in between.

A strong romantic fantasy drama with brilliant character performances, visually stunning CGI and cinematography as well as a beautiful romantic storyline, many great action sequences and some serious tearjerker moments thrown in!

Immortal Samsara is such a GORGEOUS, romantic, magical, fantasy Xianxia show! Love love the Hanfu (Traditional Chinese Clothing) costume, and the beautiful cast - especially Cheng Yi, Yang Zi, Meng Ziyi, and Li Xinze! The traditional Chinese heaven palaces and places are well, heavenly, and the special effects are STUNNING.

If you love Ashes of Love or Love and Redemption, you will love this show!

You can find this show on Youku (advanced viewing) and Youtube. You should definitely watch it! :)