Huayu started from the Three Kingdoms period

The new Three Kingdoms was simultaneously broadcast on four major satellite TV channels: Jiangsu TV, Anhui TV, Chongqing TV, and Tianjin TV, and then simultaneously streamed on platforms such as Sina Video and iQiyi.

The original version of "Romance of the Three Kingdoms" premiered in 1994, and even after 16 years, it remains a classic in the hearts of many.

People online say that while other TV series about the Three Kingdoms simply cast actors, the director of this series must have traveled back in time to film it.

This clearly demonstrates the high regard the audience has for this drama.

The new version of "Dream of the Red Chamber" will also be broadcast later, and the "New Three Kingdoms" which was broadcast before that has received more attention.

Therefore, the popularity of "New Three Kingdoms" is unprecedented, and the Four Great Classical Novels have always been a good source of material.

Director Gao Xixi's name was mentioned, after all, he is considered a top director by many viewers.

Dramas such as "Happiness Like Flowers", "Sweet Honey", and "The Sky of History" have all accumulated a high level of popularity among the Chinese people.

Therefore, before the show even aired, it caused a huge uproar online, mainly due to the comparison between the new "Three Kingdoms" and the old version of "Romance of the Three Kingdoms".

Most of the controversies revolve around casting and plot.

But everything changed after the new Three Kingdoms aired.

Whether it's the actors, the plot, or even the director, everything has been criticized relentlessly.

"This isn't the Three Kingdoms! It's clearly 'The Biography of Cao Cao'! The old version praised Liu Bei and belittled Cao Cao, while the new version makes Cao Cao the main character. Is this an attempt to whitewash a treacherous minister? Chen Jianbing's tone is so off-putting; he plays like a greasy warlord, not a cunning and ruthless hero!"

"The old version stereotyped Cao Cao, while the new version, by restoring his humanity, feels more authentic!"

"Boss Cao was a man of great talent and ambition, so why can't he be the protagonist? Chen Jianbin's performance was domineering enough, and he brought out Cao Cao's suspiciousness and arrogance. He was more fleshed out than the old version."

"The person upstairs is probably a paid shill for the TV series. Even if you haven't seen the old version of Romance of the Three Kingdoms, you should have heard of it. How can you praise such garbage as the new Romance of the Three Kingdoms?"

"The director said he wanted to bring the characters to life, but Cao Cao ended up having more screen time than Liu Bei, Guan Yu, and Zhang Fei combined. Did he get paid by the Cao family?"

"The Oath of the Peach Garden is over in 10 seconds? The old version of Liu Huan's 'This Bow' is such a classic, who are they trying to fool in this new version? Without the ritualistic feel of the oath, how can the brotherhood between Liu Bei, Guan Yu, and Zhang Fei be believable?"

"They even cut the Oath of the Peach Garden; this drama shouldn't be called 'Romance of the Three Kingdoms,' it should be called 'The Re-enactment of Gao Xixi'!"

"The new version is fast-paced, so there's no need to waste time on old scenes. The focus of the sworn brotherhood is on loyalty and camaraderie, not on staged scenes. Ten seconds is enough; the rest can be added later in the story."

"Zhang Fei actually has dimples? And he's so fair-skinned, is this Zhang Fei or Li Kui's younger brother?"

"Chen Hao's Diao Chan is too old, with a round face and thick waist. Where is the beauty that could eclipse the moon and shame the flowers? And adding so many romantic scenes makes Diao Chan a love-struck fool, not as cool and aloof as the old version."

"This dialogue is way too modern! Would people in ancient times speak like this?"

"A mix of classical and vernacular Chinese is more to the liking of modern audiences. If the dialogue is read entirely in classical Chinese, who can understand it? The dialogue is down-to-earth and there's nothing wrong with that. It's better than reading subtitles."

"Gongsun Zan said, 'Who in the world does not know you?' That's a poem from the Tang Dynasty. Has the screenwriter never read a book?"

"The new Three Kingdoms is basically Cao Cao's Biography plus a love story between Lü Bu and Diao Chan. Liu Bei, Guan Yu, Zhang Fei, and Zhuge Liang are all supporting characters. Screenwriter, you might as well rename it 'The Legend of Cao Cao'!"

"The old version was as slow as a snail, the new version is fast-paced and the war scenes are exciting, you guys just can't stand innovation!"

"Numbers first, critical reception worst; Gao Xixi has turned the Three Kingdoms into a 'controversial ATM'!"

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"Old Xu, didn't you say you had a scene today?" Zhu Yilong looked at the TV; it was already episode 13 and Xu Ying still hadn't appeared.

Luo Jin was browsing online comments, which were filled with insults on Tieba, forums, and Weibo.

"Junior brother, this TV series is being criticized too harshly. I hope it won't affect you."

"It's okay, it won't have much of an impact." Xu Ying shook his head and replied to Jing Tian's message. The girl was also watching TV.

However, besides Jing Tian's message, Xu Ying also received greetings from Yang Mi and Li Xin.

Yang Mi took the opportunity to inquire about the movie; she seemed quite interested in it.

Xu Ying told her that if she needed anything, she should just ask Yang Siwei.

Li Xin offered her congratulations unilaterally, but was also filled with worry. She feared that the new version of "Dream of the Red Chamber" would be just as harshly criticized after its broadcast.

Xu Ying comforted her, saying, "Don't worry, it's definitely true."

This drama is even worse than "New Three Kingdoms". Later, "New Three Kingdoms" supported a large number of self-media because of various memes and funny videos.

The new version of "Dream of the Red Chamber" was not good, and many things happened afterward, which I will not go into detail about here, but Xu Ying remembers it quite a bit.

"Here it comes!" Zhu Yilong suddenly shouted, pointing at the television.

On the television, the scene shifts to the dilapidated main hall.

Zhu Yilong burst out laughing at Xu Ying's disheveled appearance as Liu Xie.

"Old Xu, you're really having a tough time."

"The one who's suffering isn't me, it's Liu Xie."

"Too."

......

While the filming of "I Am a Special Forces Soldier" is proceeding smoothly, "New Three Kingdoms" is also airing, showing Emperor Xian of Han, Liu Xie, having a late-night rendezvous with Liu Bei in the toilet.

What followed was the famous "Imperial Edict in a Belt" incident in history, where Emperor Xian summoned his brother-in-law Dong Cheng to the Hall of Meritorious Officials and bestowed upon him a jade belt containing a blood-written imperial edict.

Because Xu Ying's performance in this scene was so profound, many netizens truly noticed the character of Emperor Xian of Han.

"Hey, this Emperor Xian of Han is so tragic. The actor is quite handsome, but he looks kind of familiar. I feel like I've seen him in some drama before."

"Upstairs, have you seen 'My Chief and My Regiment'? This person is Yu Xiaoqing, Commander Yu."

"Holy crap, Commander? No wonder you looked so familiar. Commander's acting is great, and you're so handsome in period dramas too. I never recognized you before."

"I figured it out a long time ago. I've already watched 'My Chief and My Regiment' three times already, it's such a great show to watch while eating."

"You're amazing. I cried my eyes out after watching it a second time, but I still couldn't stand it, so I didn't dare to watch it a third time."

As the TV series aired, the reputation of "New Three Kingdoms" declined, while Xu Ying's portrayal of Emperor Xian of Han became increasingly outstanding.

Although he didn't have many scenes, he left a deep impression on the audience in every scene.

Many viewers also realized that Xu Ying was actually Yu Xiaoqing from "My Chief and My Regiment".

"Xu Ying portrayed the character's unwillingness to be a puppet and his tragic forbearance with such depth that it was as if his soul had possessed him."

"Xu Ying brought Liu Xie to life! In the scene where he forced the emperor to abdicate, from shock and anger to despair and bitter smile, his eyes were full of emotion. He portrayed the helplessness and resentment of a puppet emperor so vividly that it made people empathize and want to cry."

"The abdication scene is a masterpiece! Xu Ying's crying scene is so moving, he perfectly portrayed the humiliation and helplessness of the last emperor, and I was completely drawn in."

"The most surprising thing about the new Three Kingdoms is Liu Xie! He is no longer a background character. The added inner monologues are so well done that the audience can see the resistance and struggle of the puppet emperor. This kind of tragic character with flesh and blood is more impressive than the protagonist."

"Although the ending of Liu Xie drowning himself in the river changed the historical facts, it created a lot of dramatic tension! The scene of Liu Xie and Empress Cao living and dying together pushed the personal tragedy in the chaotic world to a climax, becoming one of the most tear-jerking parts of the whole play."

"But is 'New Three Kingdoms' still a bad movie? Does anyone deny that?"

"No, it's an absolutely terrible movie!"

"Although people don't like the other characters, Xu Ying's portrayal of Emperor Xian of Han is very good. I really like it, especially the ending. I cried for a long time."

"+1, I agree."

+1.

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This message was posted by Jing Tian. Looking at Xu Ying, whether on Baidu Tieba, forums, or Weibo, he received rave reviews.

She was secretly pleased, but of course, there were also dissenting opinions.

At this moment, she picked up her phone and called on her friends for help, but Jing Tian's main concern was calling Yang Siwei.

"Sister Yang, look at Weibo, yes, these people, okay, let's take them down."

Jing Tian typed on her phone while chuckling mischievously, "Hehehe..."