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Sweet Relationship
Sweet Relationship is a Taiwanese drama starring Vic Chou of F4, Alan Kuo, Megan Lai and Patty Hou. It is based on a Japanese josei manga Oishii Kankei by Satoru Makimura. It was produced by Comic Ritz International Production with Chai Zhi Ping as producer and directed by Chu Yu-ning. The series was first boardcasted in Taiwan on free-to-air Chinese Television System from 16 September 2007 to 27 January 2008, every Sunday from 22:00 to 23:30 and cable TV Gala Television Variety Show/CH 28 from 22 September 2007 to 2 February 2008, every Saturday at 21:00. It only received moderate rating despite the promising cast as well as story. The average rating of the drama after the final episode was 1.50.
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Plot Summary
The series revolves around the intertwined lives and loves of several characters working in the confectionery and dessert industry. It explores themes of ambition, betrayal, and the complexities of familial and romantic relationships against the backdrop of a competitive business environment. As characters strive for success, they must navigate personal sacrifices and the consequences of their choices.
Critical Reception
Sweet Relationship was a popular TVB drama, particularly noted for its engaging storyline and the chemistry between its leads. While generally well-received by audiences for its romantic elements and dramatic conflicts, critical reviews often highlighted its conventional plotlines within the genre, though the performances were frequently praised.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for strong romantic chemistry between lead actors.
Appreciated for its exploration of the competitive dessert industry.
Some viewers found the plot predictable but enjoyed the emotional drama.
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Fun Fact
Charmaine Sheh and Kevin Cheng, who played the main romantic leads, were a real-life couple during the filming and broadcast of the series, adding an extra layer of interest for fans.
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