Untouchable Lovers
Untouchable Lovers

Untouchable Lovers

2018TV ShowEnded1 SeasonMandarin

Tianji Tower plots to overthrow the tyrant Liu Ziye by replacing his sister, Princess Liu Chuyu, with their disciple Zhu Que. She meets Rong Zhi, a secret Northern Wei spy, and their romance is shattered by betrayal. Rong Zhi fakes his death, and both later lose their memories. Five years later, they reunite when Chuyu is sent to marry Northern Wei’s Prince Regent—Rong Zhi himself.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Gao XixiGenres: Historical Drama, Romance, Political

Plot Summary

Set in the Northern Dynasties period of China, the drama follows the story of Chu Qiao, a brave and determined slave girl who rises through the ranks of a powerful military clan. She becomes a skilled strategist and a pivotal figure in the political turmoil of the era. As she navigates treacherous alliances and betrayals, she finds herself entangled in a complex romance with two influential men, ultimately fighting for freedom and justice for the oppressed.

Critical Reception

Untouchable Lovers received mixed to negative reviews, primarily criticized for its historical inaccuracies, convoluted plot, and deviations from the source novel. While praised by some for its ambition and visual presentation, many found its narrative pacing uneven and the character development lacking. Audience reception was also divided, with fans of the novel expressing disappointment.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its lavish production values and costume design.
  • Criticized for a confusing and slow-moving plot.
  • Deemed a disappointing adaptation by fans of the original novel.

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Fun Fact

The drama is based on the popular Chinese novel 'Mi Yue Zhuan' (First Feng Zhi), which itself is a fictionalized account inspired by historical figures.

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