Shan He Jian Xin, also known as Mountain and Rivers, Heart of the Sword, is one of the top donghua adaptations in the danmei and lower fantasy categories of Chinese animation. It is an adaptation of the popular BL novel Qian Qiu, or Thousand Autumns by author Meng Xi Shi. This donghua has become a … Read more
Chinese BL anime has grown in popularity over the years, captivating audiences with its beautiful animation and captivating romantic storylines. But beyond the surface level of romance, there are deeper themes and messages present in the genre. Exploring Themes and Messages in Chinese BL Anime In this blog post, we’ll delve into the themes … Read more
It’s 2023 and while the censorship in China still somewhat appears as a hindrance in further producing more danmei stories in Chinese animation or donghua, it feels amazing that we are still able to get a look at the genre from the perspective of an outsider. I must say that my journey into Chinese … Read more
It has been a great year for Chinese animation as we had been delighted this 2022 by many new shows and returning sequels. For BL fans, among the most spectacular ride, we had this year is definitely The Land of Miracles, and the mild bromance we had from Word of Honor, and The Young Brewmaster’s … Read more
Danmei or boys love donghua had been rising in popularity in recent years despite the strong censorship in China. It surely thrives and had become one of the main introductory series for donghua fans outside of China as its fanbase had been growing through the years. We all know that some of … Read more
Hey guys, if this is your first time in this blog, you might be wondering what’s with the title and why there are unfamiliar words such as danmei, or donghua. Don’t worry, you’re not the only person on the same page as this had been my thoughts too several years ago and here, I would … Read more