Caindo em Você (2022)

Perseverance always wins

Overall the series is very good. Showing you that never giving up on your dreams will work, as long as you persevere through all the hardships, no matter how tough they get. All the casts actually did a nice job bringing this series to life. However, personally.... I find the male lead's extreme clingy"ness" and childishness in certain things very irky. It does have it's appeal but I still feel that it is overdone throughout the whole series. Nonetheless, I managed to watch thru the whole series, though it wouldn´t be rewatched because of the clingy"ness". Nice music pairing though!

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Great feel good and utterly positive grown-up romance drama…

What a great feel-good romance. This is not just another sports drama. It is so much more. The balance between the romance and the « track and field » theme is just right. There is not one evil character, not any lasting stressful situation. the parents portrayal is positive: for once we get a lovely mother, who loves her son and initially disapproves of the relationship, but never did she try anything nasty, not to mention the great father, colleagues, etc…that’s just how respectful and supportive of each others the various characters are of each others….You smile from beginning to end, with a few emotional tears along the journey. The personalities of of characters are well drawn and make you easily relate to them. There is no unnecessary secondary plot or leads, although the people around the main leads all contribute to making this drama warm and special. The story is extremely well paced. I didn’t feel the need to fast forward… the chemistry between the 2 main leads feels so natural and true. Absolutely lovely is the depiction of the evolution of their feelings, The sweet moments they share together as grown ups in love is just perfection.
In terms of mature balanced relationship with no stupid lengthy drama, meaningful situations and dialogs, I think this one is my favourite pure love story. The OST serves the drama perfectly.
Wang An yu has a very generous acting style, far from the preferred cold type . He was already great in Forever love… but here, The range of emotions he is able to display with his partner… he is extremely well paired in that regard with Jin Chen. The way they smile and look at each other,… their level of chemistry, … sparks are flying to the viewer.
they really deserve the spotlight. Very curious about WAY next project. I
All in all, An Extremely comforting and throughout positive drama

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It Didn't Feel Like A C-Drama!

First and foremost, this show did NOT feel like a typical Chinese drama and that is absolutely refreshing. Nothing against the C Dramas, but they're a lot like K Dramas in the sense they're pretty predictable and they always feel like other shows within the genre. Which, again, is fine. This did NOT feel like a Chinese drama by any stretch of the word. I can't reiterate that enough. That should be more than enough for any potential watchers just case in they want to watch this one. I know I keep saying it but I don't think you guys understand me when I say this. There was skin being shown in this show. There was a lot of kissing. There was even a moment where the main characters were in bed together naked after having sex the night before. Like, this didn't feel like the censorship I'm used to and I'm happy about it!

For the sake of this review, just look at the show for what it is (regarding the age gap/age difference/power imbalance, that is) - a fictional depiction of something that could be terribly terribly problematic and gross in real life, yeah?

Now, I typically don't watch dramas with age gaps. Although I'm from the West and I have a very distinct relationship with coach/athlete or mentor/mentee dynamics due to that socialization, I didn't mind that aspect of this show that much. It didn't bother me, and I find myself ignoring it even though it's something that was mentioned quite frequently. It may be due to the fact that both actors felt older than that? Yu Cheng didn't FEEL like an 18-year-old, if that makes any sense. Yes, in some ways, he did feel immature. But for the most part, he definitely felt older than a teenager. If they casted actors who were more closer to the characters' ages, then I may have felt differently about it. Even in Yu Cheng's characterization, he came off as "more mature" than his peers. He wasn't all that interested in romance and sex, which worked out pretty well for this show because that probably would have easily turned this show into something else.

I think the fact that he was more mature and focused on his dreams of becoming a professional athlete is what helped me to accept his affections for Luo Na. If he acted like the typical 18-year-old chasing skirts and slacking off on both his studies and sports, I would NOT have rooted for their relationship. At that point, this show would have turned into a sad attempt at getting the audience to buy that this older, mature woman would even be interested in someone that juvenile. That's enough talk about the age gap/age difference.

I did see some people mention that Luo Na didn't act like she reciprocated Yu Cheng's feelings or that he showed more interest in her than the opposite. To those people, I have to say this - with all due respect, what show were you watching? It was obvious from the first episode that she was dazzled by him. It was obvious that he caught her eye and grabbed her attention. She saw him before he saw her. Out of all those competitors, Luo Na paid attention to him. It was like love at first sight for her. She was clearly rendered speechless by him. Not even the other coaches with her took notice of Yu Cheng, but she did. Their relationship was the perfect example of "she fell first, but he fell harder." She was way more careful with showing her affections for him, although I don't think she did a good job of it. Even though she may not have realized it, it was fairly obvious. She was attracted to him and that was obvious, but she didn't quite understand her own feelings. Which is why the 180 happened after they officially got together because the levy had been broken! She had no reason to hide what she felt, especially since she finally accepted it. However, I DO think it was silly for her to have told him that no one could know about them when she wasn't very careful while out in public with him. Come on, Luo Na! Anyone with eyes could see it.

Also, another thing. I didn't mind Yu Cheng's short bout of heartbreak and depression. It felt realistic to me. He was a young guy who felt like he had been rejected by the girl he likes. Why wouldn't he lash out and respond like that? He was sad! It's normal to feel that way and it was normal for him to lash out like he did. Yes, kids, alcohol makes all of us do stupid things when we're using it to bury our pain and grief. He screwed up! He didn't pay for it with his life, thankfully, but it was stupid. I think a lot of people feel the same way that I did about Yu Cheng not feeling like a teenager, because anyone who's ever been around teenagers should be surprised by his reaction. I guess people forgot that he was technically a teenager and he was acting like a stupid, immature teenager. Kudos to the actor for his acting! He did VERY well with depicting a heartbroken teenager. I felt sorry for Yu Cheng! He made me feel his pain. Good for you, buddy!

Also, the chemistry! OMG! The chemistry between these two was off-the-charts. They were fucking hot together. The first time they kissed, my heart raced! It was so sexy. I don't know how to explain it, but you could feel the heat and sexual tension wafting off of your screen. Their chemistry was unquestionable. You don't have to ponder whether the chemistry is there, because it definitely is. I know some people didn't like Yu Cheng's characterization or maybe they were grossed out by the logistics of their relationship, but they can't deny the chemistry. The chemistry was undeniably hot! You will definitely enjoy their scenes together.

Now, the thing that kept this show from getting a perfect 10. I do agree with some reviewers regarding the ending. The ending felt .. weird. I can't explain it. I didn't like the last episode. There was something off about the final episode, and I can't quite put my finger on it. It's a happy ending, and we love that! However, I do agree that the reporter angle in the last few episodes was unnecessary. That didn't need to happen. I think the writers ran out of steam and didn't know how else to fill those last episodes, so that's what we got. But outside of that, I do like the show. I would rewatch it again because it's a feel-good romance drama. It's not too heavy, it's not too dark, it's not too angsty. There is very LIGHT angst, but it's not enough to make you angry. it's not enough to piss you off and make you drop the show altogether. There's not a lot of relationship drama or drawn-out love triangle nonsense to annoy you. (There is a love triangle technically, but I wouldn't even consider it as such as Luo Na only feels strongly about Yu Cheng and not her best friend who's in love with her. Luo Na never returns her best friend's feelings, and he knows it so he's never confused or under a different impression regarding their relationship.) It's just a clean, wholesome show. Like, if you want to watch a cut-and-dry romance drama with no real outside issues, then this is the show for you!

Leia Mais

Falling into you

The drama is light, romantic ? & funny , the main leads and as well as the supporting actor did a wonderful job ! The romantic scene is so sweet & the kiss scene oh my it wasn’t like just a light speck on their lips, it was so intense . So the story begin like he Duan Yucheng a senior high school student good at study as well as sport 100 m and 800 m but his main interest is high jump discipline because of Stefan Holm swedish high jumper was his inspirational role model because of this height it was a set back, but he never gave up his dream . He finally won a gold medal for china in the international grandprix melrose competition with help of Luo Na father who is coaching him abroad. Meanwhile She Luo Na is a assistent coach of Nanhu University’s track and field team who discovers Duan Yucheng, a sunny young boy with great potential and a deep love for the sport of the high jump.
Duan YuCheng was interested in her from the begining final year of his school but Luo Na was not interested because it was like forbidden love . Coach & student No No plus like age difference absolutely No . Well it like 8 year different. Everyone know age is just number . Isn’t it . In the end of the drama due to controversy he got kick out from china national team but with the help of Luo Na father help he trained Duan Yu Cheng abroad, he complete in Grandprix competition where he won gold his favorite disciplin high jump i think he clear over 2,6 m and he won ?. Luo Na father & mother give their blessing, he return to China ?? suprise her suprise wedding , they got married with help of their friend & team mate. Wang our head coach was the one which preside their wedding .

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Sweet romance. Constant butterflies.

The lead actor and actress have great chemistry. I overall really like the pacing of the drama. It was such a sweet romance, constantly giving me butterflies, and a very satisfying watch.

Nothing too heart-wrenching happens, but the conflicts make sense for elite level sports. The lead characters communicate well with each other for the most part so it doesn't feel like the conflicts are being dragged on for no reason. The male lead is very charming; he approaches the little things in life with an easy-going, silly attitude. However, it's apparent that he is serious and dependable at the same time. The female lead I think could have done better at balancing being the mature, older partner with being vulnerable or carefree with the ML. Sometimes I felt her dynamic towards him erred too much towards being a parental/guardian figure. Also, I felt the ending was kind of rushed. The drama could have benefitted from a couple more episodes, but that's common in Asia-dramaland. TLDR love, love, love this drama

Leia Mais

There is no limits for our dreams

No unwanted characters No silly misunderstandings
While seeing love scenes they handled really matured like character
Drama crew done the fantabulous job make it into 26 episodes
Finally we got pleasantful Love, family, comedy, sports & many genres combined story
Without expectation you will never get disappointed/
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Not for me I guess

If you don't like cheesy lines, immature male lead, teacher-student romance with an age gap then you won't like this.

I like sports dramas so I wanted to give this one a chance but sadly this wasn't for me.

There were multiple factors but my main problem was the whole coach-student dynamic. I'm fine with age gaps but I definitely don't like the teacher student trope. I don't care if she's his coach, the power dynamics is definitely messed up. And he's still in his first year meaning he's not even 20 years old and him having a mature relationship with his coach was hard to swallow.

Plus the male lead is immature and stubborn which is normal for his age but it just made their relationship more cheesy since the female lead was more mature.
I had to skip lots of their intimate scenes as I just felt uncomfortable since I couldn't relate to their romantic chemistry.

Overall, I guess this drama is just not my preference but I can see someone else liking this. 6.5/10

Leia Mais

This is a real 10 out of 10

I was postponing watching this, thinking it is a fluff romantic light TV show, but I was wrong. The Tv show is not just a great romance but has depth and real struggles as an athlete and many more obstacles that remain to be solved by out leads: no misunderstandings, no break ups, and no annoying parents. Everything was very well balanced. Give it a try because this is totally worth it. I don't want to comment any further without revealing too much :)
No I will comment on the cast- I will definitely check more dramas from that actor- amazing acting, very natural and very good facial expressions.
FL was also great and she was not your typical dumb, clingy immature FL that very traditionally portrayed in Asian tv show. Thankfully, she was a strong , smart and amazing woman. The relationship with the ML was so so natural that I totally believed them how much they love each other.

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An easy dose of sugar

Duan Yu Cheng is an aspiring high jump athlete who meets Luo Na, an assistant coach at a university, when she comes to his high school to scout potential athletes. She finds his energy and talent blazing, but the head coach vetos him on the basis of his height. Proudly, Duan Yu Cheng vows to get into the university anyway.

A few months later, Duan Yu Cheng arrives at the University as an economics major, having tested into the university through academics instead of athletics. Luo Na, seeing his talent and persistence, begins to train with him, finding opportunities for him until the coaches agree to have him join the professional high jump team. Over the next few years, he grows and handles challenges in his athletic career, but Luo Na is always there to strategize and support him. He finds himself in love with her, but will she accept him as a lover given their age difference and professional relationship?

What can I say? The chemistry of Wang Anyu and Gina Jin really brings you into the story and makes you root for them, and the sweet moments are done in a very artful way. The athletic scenes are also done well - I could watch Wang Anyu run and jump for hours. Acting is very good, with Wang Anyu knocking his roles of love-sick puppy and focused athlete out of the park. Gina acted on pay with what I expected, but I had a harder time buying into her role as coach. Supporting cast was decent, with a notable shout-out to Chi Jia as Luo Na's childhood friend, senior, and fellow coach.

Areas of improvement include the post-production filters (omg so blurry and people's skin was glowing), a rushed last few episodes and overall theme. This was a romance drama masquerading as a sports drama. Challenges were resolved quickly, but in an almost forgettable way. Why else does this drama exist but to give us a an easy dose of sugar?

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Older woman athlete discover Love.

Genre: older woman and younger man romance; professional athlete; resilience as a sportsman; perseverance and growth with faith in self.

It’s not my usual to watch romance between older woman and younger man. Feels like a cradle snatcher situation in such relationship. My personal bias. I watched this because of the male lead who I followed in another drama, “Forever Love”. However I am pleasantly surprise by this drama, it’s romance is not to cringy and there were quite a focus on the struggles of being a professional athlete. Especially when the ML succeed in multiple attempts to break his own records, inspired a deep admiration of the journey of a sports person.
The CP romance is acceptable, got good chemistry. The ML really portrays well as a ‘little puppy’ hopelessly in love and pursuing his love in one track mind. The FL is strong and resilience in her own ways with unwavering trust in the ML potential.
Overall inspirational watch! If you are looking for a light hearted and warm drama, this I will be my recommendation.

Leia Mais

This romantic drama is pure perfection

The drama starts off with a warm lazy summer day filter and this vibe carries through all the way to a wonderful ending. This is romantic drama and the main leads acted their parts to perfection. Although on the surface the story centered around a romcom with a sports theme but at it's core is first love between a young college athlete and his eight years his senior track coach. And wow was it a romantic drama with many beautiful love scenes that makes me believe in their true love. This drama also has great re-watch values. I have revisited this drama countless times and watched my favorite scenes in each episodes and I always end up smiling ear to ear and giddy with happiness and I'm again transported back to this warm embrace of a perfect summer romance story.

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Best Chinese drama 2022

An emotional youth sport drama with romance between intern assistant coach and her very first trainee. I went into this drama expecting nothing and was pleasently surprised by how layered this drama is. Wang is such a phenomenal actor her tears made me sob, his anger frustration and disappointment and his happiness have all been contagious. I loved the sport aspect and the wholesome romance ofc it's not a cdrama if the male lead is not a rich heir so expect that as well ? I also loved the side characters, normally I don't but in this i found them amusing especially the other coach and his delinquent trainee had me rolling and how he cried when he won like awwww. Definitely a hidden Gem!!

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