Zhen Ming Tian Nu

“Zhen Ming Tian Nu“ or “Reaching for the Stars” is a 2005 series of Taiwanese girl group S.H.E (stands for Selina, Hebe and Ella). Selina plays Zhou Xin Lei, a stepdaughter of a wealthy man, Mr. Zhou; Hebe as Shen Xiao Rou is a strict policewoman who grew up with her grandmother; and Ella plays Ren Jie a vagrant who earns a living through odd jobs…these girls were born on the same day (February 14) and their lives will intertwine on their 22nd birthday.

What made me hooked to this drama is Guo Yan Jun who played senior manager Liang Zheng Hao. He is not that handsome but his character exudes certain charisma. His gradual attraction to Ren Jie is a surprise in the story. At first, they were just plain acquaintance with no hint of “magic.” But the difference in their status, instead of pulling them apart, drew them even closer.

Chen Zhi Kai as Xiao Ya Wei is also a revelation in the story. At first you would hate him because he is a gigolo and has this “care less” attitude. But when he met Shen Xiao Rou, his character turned 360 degrees and became a man that every girl would dream of.

Meantime, Ella Chen is suited for the role of Ren Jie with her boyish looks that matches with the character’s crass behavior. But it is otherwise for Hebe Tian, whose role as a policewoman did not suit her small frame. As for Selina Ren, she seemed stoic and pathetic all throughout the drama.

But then again, shall I say, the storyline is clever, the intricacies of the plot made sense, the opening and closing themes are perfect, and the story gave the three lead girls equal exposures. Ergo, this is something worth watching, especially to S.H.E.’s faithful fans.

* photo credit to dramawiki