5 Reasons 'Fall In Love' Is The Most Popular Chinese Drama Right Now

JAKARTA - Drama Fall in Love is the most popular Chinese drama for the audience today. Broadcast for free through Youku's YouTube channel, this drama is widely discussed on social media by fans.

Fall in Love opens with the story that in 1926, Mu Wan Qing brought her mother's ashes back to a Chinese cemetery. By pretending to surrender to his father, Mu Wan Qing has a real motive in discovering the real reason why her parents separated and her siblings died.

Meanwhile, a coup d'etat occurs among the Shanghai army, and the once downtrodden Tan Xuanlin rises to become the new army commander. Yet despite his newfound authority, he still finds himself walking on thin ice. Xu Guang Yao, the son of Commander Yue Cheng, was a man who was respected and admired by many. However, he did not like power struggles in politics.

A chance encounter allows Mu Wan Qing, Tan Xuan Lin, and Xu Guang Yao to meet and befriend each other. In order to secure his footing within the Mu family, Mu Wan Qing deliberately approached Xu Guang Yao and had his support. Meanwhile, Tan Xuan Lin teams up with Mu Wan Qing to investigate an old case related to the Mu family.

The three of them go through a life and death struggle together, and finally, realize the importance of protecting the country in turbulent times. Here are 5 reasons to watch Fall in Love.

1. Nostalgia

In accordance with the time setting, this drama will take us to the nostalgia of the past. From ships, cars, rickshaws, clothes, to the buildings shown in this drama, this drama is interesting to watch.

2. Romance

Of course, romantic love is the most savory spice for a drama. Matchmaking, childhood love, and love at first sight are all in this drama. Even the feud to win Mu Wan Qing's heart was exciting because Tan Xuanlin and Xu Guang Yao were both handsome and competitive.

3. Political Intrigue

Entering the era of the trade war, this drama shows the transition period of Chinese rule. Because of that, there are many political intrigues that make this drama not only romantic but also tense.

4. Action

Tired of flirting and sweet talks? Then the action scenes were inserted in this drama so that it triggers adrenaline. It feels like there is no gap to get bored when watching each episode.

5. Many Handsome Actors

Usually, only the main players and supporting players who appear charming in a drama. However, the Chinese drama Fall in Love doesn't just give two handsome men the appearance. There are several characters played by handsome men in this drama.