Introduction
Crystal Liu, nicknamed Fairy Sister, has seen her popularity soar with the success of three dramas: ‘A Dream of Splendor,’ ‘Meet Yourself,’ and ‘The Tale of Rose.’ However, one of her much-anticipated projects, ‘The Love of Hypnosis,’ has faced significant delays. Initially completed in 2020, this suspenseful drama was shelved due to controversies surrounding a supporting actor. Recent developments suggest that the show may finally air, trimmed from its original 77 episodes to 55.
The Controversy
Despite the promising reception for ‘The Love of Hypnosis,’ the drama was pulled from potential airing due to supporting male actor Zhao Lixin’s inappropriate comments on social media. Zhao’s speech, perceived as defending the Japanese side, attracted the attention of the Chinese authorities and classified him as a tainted artist. Consequently, the drama was shelved for as long as four years.
Plot and Characters
The story, adopted from a youth manhwa, takes place during the Republican era and revolves around a memorable love story. Crystal Liu plays a female lead with dual personalities—genteel and demure by day but transforming into a maniacal persona by night. This challenging role and her chemistry with male lead Jing Boran have evoked strong anticipation among viewers.
Current Status
Recent news has announced that the 77-episode drama has been reduced to 55 episodes and might finally get the green light to air this year. Fans of Crystal Liu are eager to see her in this multifaceted role and hope that the drama will live up to its expected high standards.
Conclusion
The potential release of ‘The Love of Hypnosis’ promises to add another feather to Crystal Liu’s already illustrious cap. Despite the delays and controversies, the anticipation surrounding this drama remains palpable. If it successfully airs, it might just become another benchmark in Crystal Liu’s illustrious career.
