Mr. Right (TV series)
Mr. Right (Chinese: 恋爱先生) is a 2018 Chinese television series starring Jin Dong and Jiang Shuying. It is the second installment of the 'Gentleman' series following To Be a Better Man (2016). The series is airing on Jiangsu TV and Dragon TV starting January 12, 2018.[1]
| Mr. Right | |
|---|---|
 Drama poster | |
| Genre | Romantic comedy |
| Written by | Li Xiao Zhang Yingji |
| Directed by | Yao Xiaofeng |
| Starring | Jin Dong Jiang Shuying |
| Country of origin | China |
| Original language(s) | Mandarin |
| No. of seasons | 1 |
| No. of episodes | 45 |
| Production | |
| Cinematography | Beijing, Las Vegas, Belgium |
| Running time | 45 mins |
| Production company(s) | Yida Media Changjiang Culture |
| Release | |
| Original network | Dragon TV Jiangsu TV |
| First shown in | China |
| Original release | 12 January – 7 February 2018 |
| Chronology | |
| Related shows | To Be a Better Man |
Despite its high ratings, the series has received mixed critical reviews and audience response.[2]
Synopsis
The story follows three men as they find their significant other. Cheng Hao is a successful Beijing dentist, who on his free time likes to give advice on how to pursue women. He hasn’t been in love before. During a business trip in Antwerp, he clashes with Luo Yue, who is wary of men and relationships. Back in Beijing, the two individuals continue to war — and gradually becomes close. Meanwhile, Cheng Hao's business partner Zhang Mingyang seeks his advice on how to pursue a girl, and she turns out to be none other than Gu Yao, Cheng Hao's university crush. His friend, Zou Beiye also seeks Cheng Hao's advice on how to pursue Qiao Yilin, a supermodel.
Cast
Main
- Jin Dong as Cheng Hao
- A dentist of a high-end clinic, and also an online love expert who gives out relationship advice.
- Jiang Shuying as Luo Yue
- A hotel manager. She has been hurt by numerous men and becomes wary of relationships.
- Li Naiwen as Zhang Mingyang
- Cheng Hao's business partner. He is a flirtatious man with numerous relationships but changes into a loyal man after he falls in love with Gu Yao.[3]
- Xin Zhilei as Gu Yao
- Cheng Hao's former classmate and ideal lover. A beautiful and talented girl admired by many.[4]
- Calvin Li as Song Ningyu
- Luo Yue's pursuer, Gu Yao's former husband.[5]
- Tian Yu as Zou Beiye
- Cheng Hao's business partner.[6]
- Song Yanfei as Qiao Yilin
- A model with a straightforward and adorable personality. She has a love-hate relationship with Zou Beiye.[7]
Supporting
- Ni Dahong as Cheng Hongdou, Cheng Hao's father.
- Cui Yi as Liu Zhenzhen, Luo Yue's mother.
- Zhugang Reyao as Wang Yan
- Kang Ning as Xu Le
- Wang Sen as Du Kai
- Yin Xu as Chen Jing
- Cheng Haofeng as Wang Ning
- Luo Yukun as Shan Shan
- Chu Shuanzhong as Wu Fei
- Wang Qing as Guo Min
- Chen Xinxuan as Xiao Mei, Head nurse at Cheng Hao's clinic.
- Xia Nan as Yoyo
Production
The series is produced and written by the team behind To Be a Better Man. William Chang acts as the style director.[8] It was filmed in Beijing (China), Las Vegas (United States of America) and Antwerp (Belgium) between April to August 2017.[9]
Soundtrack
| No. | Title | Lyrics | Music | Singers | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "LOVE" (Opening theme) | Tan Xuan | |||
| 2. | "Happiness (欢喜)" (Ending theme) | Wen Ya | Mo Juelin | Lisa Ono & Jin Dong (version 1), Lisa Ono (version 2) | |
| 3. | "Only Left By Myself (剩下了自己)" (Interlude) | Yu Honglong | Yu Honglong | Angela Chang | |
| 4. | "This Kind of Innocence (这种天真)" (Interlude) | Wang Yuanxing | Tan Yulong | Joey Yung | |
| 5. | "Literary Youth (文艺少年)" (Interlude) | Liu Chang | Tan Xuan | Zhang Lei | |
| 6. | "Law of Attraction (吸引力法则)" (Interlude) | Duan Sisi | Tan Xuan | Zhao Tianyu & Zhou Zhennan | |
| 7. | "Still Fall in Love (还是爱了)" (Interlude) | Jiang Shengnan | Dan Yulong | Ceng Di | |
| 8. | "The Next Love (下一个爱情)" (Interlude) | Da Houzai | Hou Zhiteng | Jiang Shuying & Ma Bosai (Victor) | |
| 9. | "The One Pretending to be Asleep (装睡的人)" (Interlude) | Cui Shu | Zhang Jiacheng | Cui Zige | |
| 10. | "Daring" (Interlude) | Mo Yanlin | Mo Yanlin | Mo Yanlin | |
| 11. | "Warmth (温暖)" (Theme song) | Huang Hui | Huang Xingrui | Jin Dong |
Reception
Ratings
- Highest ratings are marked in red, lowest ratings are marked in blue
| Broadcast date[10] | Dragon TV CSM52 ratings | Jiangsu TV CSM52 ratings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ratings (%) | Audience share (%) | Rank | Ratings (%) | Audience share (%) | Rank | |
| 2018.1.12 | 1.01 | 3.3 | 1 | 0.517 | 1.69 | 7 |
| 2018.1.13 | 0.974 | 3.17 | 1 | 0.399 | 1.3 | 7 |
| 2018.1.14 | 0.902 | 2.95 | 3 | 0.499 | 1.63 | 7 |
| 2018.1.15 | 0.963 | 3.18 | 2 | 0.679 | 2.24 | 5 |
| 2018.1.16 | 1.056 | 3.49 | 2 | 0.862 | 2.86 | 4 |
| 2018.1.17 | 1.23 | 4.06 | 1 | 0.822 | 2.72 | 5 |
| 2018.1.18 | 1.283 | 4.14 | 1 | 0.966 | 3.13 | 4 |
| 2018.1.19 | 1.247 | 4.01 | 1 | 1.008 | 3.24 | 2 |
| 2018.1.20 | 1.472 | 4.72 | 1 | 0.92 | 2.96 | 3 |
| 2018.1.21 | 1.488 | 4.65 | 1 | 0.986 | 3.09 | 4 |
| 2018.1.22 | 1.566 | 4.98 | 1 | 1.047 | 3.43 | 3 |
| 2018.1.23 | 1.594 | 5.08 | 1 | 1.081 | 3.44 | 3 |
| 2018.1.24 | 1.679 | 5.29 | 1 | 1.098 | 3.47 | 3 |
| 2018.1.25 | 1.762 | 5.42 | 1 | 1.207 | 3.72 | 3 |
| 2018.1.26 | 1.628 | 5.084 | 1 | 1.089 | 3.402 | 2 |
| 2018.1.27 | 1.660 | 5.081 | 1 | 1.233 | 3.781 | 2 |
| 2018.1.28 | 1.739 | 5.272 | 1 | 1.079 | 3.277 | 3 |
| 2018.1.29 | 1.834 | 5.65 | 1 | 1.144 | 3.54 | 3 |
| 2018.1.30 | 1.777 | 5.472 | 1 | 1.214 | 3.754 | 3 |
| 2018.1.31 | 1.849 | 5.88 | 1 | 1.199 | 3.83 | 3 |
| 2018.2.1 | 1.988 | 6.292 | 1 | 1.172 | 3.722 | 3 |
| 2018.2.2 | 1.906 | 6.126 | 1 | 1.218 | 3.920 | 2 |
| 2018.2.3 | 1.727 | 5.55 | 1 | 1.214 | 3.91 | 2 |
| 2018.2.4 | 1.874 | 5.98 | 1 | 1.082 | 3.46 | 3 |
| 2018.2.5 | 2.007 | 6.357 | 1 | 1.226 | 3.896 | 3 |
| 2018.2.6 | 1.894 | 6.14 | 1 | 1.214 | 3.94 | 3 |
| 2018.2.7 | 1.915 | 6.08 | 1 | 1.281 | 4.09 | 4 |
| Average ratings | 1.561 | 4.97 | 1 | 1.026 | 3.28 | 3 |
Awards and nominations
| Award | Category | Nominated work | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24th Huading Awards | Best Actress (Modern Drama) | Jiang Shuying | Nominated | [11] |
| Best Supporting Actor | Li Naiwen | Won | ||
| Best Newcomer | Song Yanfei | Nominated | ||
| Influence of Recreational Responsibilities Awards | TV Drama of the Year | Won | [12] | |
References
- "《恋爱先生》1月12日正式播出 开年"谈场恋爱"". China Daily (in Chinese). January 10, 2018.
- "TV series with scenes shot in Belgium gets mixed reviews". China Daily. January 24, 2018.
- "《恋爱先生》开播 李乃文靳东互怼"最坑队友"". Netease (in Chinese). January 18, 2018.
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- "李宗翰《恋爱先生》为江疏影制浪漫 教科书男友". Tencent (in Chinese). January 15, 2018.
- "田雨加盟《恋爱先生》 获靳东亲自传授恋爱心经". Sina (in Chinese). June 5, 2017.
- "《恋爱先生》宋妍霏变身女模特 上演轻松浪漫故事". Sina (in Chinese). July 31, 2017.
- "《恋爱先生》开机 靳东江疏影爆笑"互怼"". iFeng (in Chinese). 24 April 2017.
- "《恋爱先生》曝剧照 靳东江疏影演绎爱情追逐战". Sina (in Chinese). August 9, 2017.
- "电视剧收视率排行榜 | 收视率排行" (in Chinese). Retrieved 2020-06-06.
- "华鼎奖提名公布 《和平饭店》《归去来》闪耀榜单". Netease (in Chinese). October 22, 2018.
- "2019文娱责任影响力获奖名单出炉". Sina (in Chinese). March 28, 2019.