“My Lucky Star” (Fang Yang De Xing Xing in Mandarin) is now included in my favorite list of dramas with its logical plot, carefully crafted scenes, good looking actors, great camera shots and wonderful soundtrack…you could not ask for more. It is a story of a fake jeweler named Xia Zhi Xing (Yoo Ha Na) and how her life turned when she bumped into the rebellious young master of a jewelry empire, Zhong Tian Qi (Jimmy Lin).
I didn’t know that Ha Na is Korean until I read the forums. That’s why in the beginning I was wondering howcome her voice seems not in sync with her appearance and lip movements. At any rate, her acting was great to think she is a newbie in the industry. She can be “kikay” (funny) to lighten the mood yet be serious when the scene needed it. She also had a chemistry with Jimmy in spite the fact that they have a 12-year gap.
As to Jimmy, this is the first time that I encounter him...he's cute with his boy-next-door appeal. I thought his character (even in real life) is serious type, but in the process he loosened up and I find it cool. I also like the way his character turned 360 degrees in the latter part of the story, which is very unusual for a drama.
Leon Jay Williams plays the elder Zhong brother, Tian Jun. Here, like his other roles, he's the goodie-goodie type.
Lee Wei plays Han Zhi Yin, the happy-go-lucky half-brother of Tian Jun and Tian Qi who became a celebrity. Actually, it’s my first time to see him act in a drama but I heard of him before because of actress Tammy Chen. His character is tough outside but soft inside. Having this kind of character coupled with nifty hairstyle and fashionable attire made him a hottie. I also commend his acting here, it's superb...
Dong Zhi Cheng as Guang Ming, is Ah Xing's uncle. He gave the most comic relief in the story. I like his brand of comedy since “Meteor Garden” days as Shan Cai’s father. His acting has been effortless. Go Uncle Guang!
Hong Xiao Ling, the former fiancee of Tian Qi, is very effective as the anti-heroine. You can really feel the angst and greediness in her. Though in the beginning I mistook her for Yoo Ha Na because they have resemblance but as I went along, I realized they really don't look alike.
It's a pity that Ehlo Huang had only minor role here, he played the fiance of Ah Xing. I believe he is great actor; I hope next time he would be given juicy roles.
There are many scenes that I love in this drama but what I love most is when the songs "Ai Mei" and "Perfect Lover" were sung. Remember, they are the theme songs of "Devil Beside You" and "Magicians of Love", respectively. It's very unusual for a certain drama that one of the characters will sing other's theme. I also love the racing scenes...it added more thrill to the story. On top of that, the OST is great, as expected actually.
This drama is filled with excitement at the same time, light moments. It is complete in itself. At first I said I will not enjoy watching it but in the end, I was wrong, I felt really good…so addicting.
I didn’t know that Ha Na is Korean until I read the forums. That’s why in the beginning I was wondering howcome her voice seems not in sync with her appearance and lip movements. At any rate, her acting was great to think she is a newbie in the industry. She can be “kikay” (funny) to lighten the mood yet be serious when the scene needed it. She also had a chemistry with Jimmy in spite the fact that they have a 12-year gap.
As to Jimmy, this is the first time that I encounter him...he's cute with his boy-next-door appeal. I thought his character (even in real life) is serious type, but in the process he loosened up and I find it cool. I also like the way his character turned 360 degrees in the latter part of the story, which is very unusual for a drama.
Leon Jay Williams plays the elder Zhong brother, Tian Jun. Here, like his other roles, he's the goodie-goodie type.
Lee Wei plays Han Zhi Yin, the happy-go-lucky half-brother of Tian Jun and Tian Qi who became a celebrity. Actually, it’s my first time to see him act in a drama but I heard of him before because of actress Tammy Chen. His character is tough outside but soft inside. Having this kind of character coupled with nifty hairstyle and fashionable attire made him a hottie. I also commend his acting here, it's superb...
Dong Zhi Cheng as Guang Ming, is Ah Xing's uncle. He gave the most comic relief in the story. I like his brand of comedy since “Meteor Garden” days as Shan Cai’s father. His acting has been effortless. Go Uncle Guang!
Hong Xiao Ling, the former fiancee of Tian Qi, is very effective as the anti-heroine. You can really feel the angst and greediness in her. Though in the beginning I mistook her for Yoo Ha Na because they have resemblance but as I went along, I realized they really don't look alike.
It's a pity that Ehlo Huang had only minor role here, he played the fiance of Ah Xing. I believe he is great actor; I hope next time he would be given juicy roles.
There are many scenes that I love in this drama but what I love most is when the songs "Ai Mei" and "Perfect Lover" were sung. Remember, they are the theme songs of "Devil Beside You" and "Magicians of Love", respectively. It's very unusual for a certain drama that one of the characters will sing other's theme. I also love the racing scenes...it added more thrill to the story. On top of that, the OST is great, as expected actually.
This drama is filled with excitement at the same time, light moments. It is complete in itself. At first I said I will not enjoy watching it but in the end, I was wrong, I felt really good…so addicting.
* photo credit to AF
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