After the earthquake event, the middle-aged audience continues to be in shock with the romantic drama series titled Illuminating the Chief’s Secret. In the film, the main couple is 12 years apart in age, with the female lead being just shy of 50, yet still showcasing many romantic scenes alongside her younger co-star.
Illuminating the Chief’s Secret marks the return of Lưu Đào, continuing the trend of modern films but this time infused with more romantic elements. In the film, Lưu Đào plays Hà Hoan, a woman with a successful career and a happy family life. One day, her husband mysteriously disappears, leaving Hà Hoan distraught. The male lead, Tưởng Tuấn Hạo, a younger streamer, helps her cope with the chaos in her life. Eventually, Tuấn Hạo decides to stay with Hà Hoan until she can regain her footing, but the growing intimacy between them complicates things.
The male character, Tuấn Hạo, is portrayed as a young man who is always in love with “older women” in Illuminating the Chief’s Secret, played by the rising star Lưu Vũ Ninh. This is the first modern project featuring Lưu Vũ Ninh as the lead alongside Lưu Đào, and it has sparked significant discussion among viewers. Many critics note that Lưu Vũ Ninh appears quite mature, and his chemistry with Lưu Đào is palpable, despite their age difference.
Lưu Đào’s age and romantic portrayal
Lưu Vũ Ninh’s maturity
Moreover, Lưu Đào’s character has had to navigate the complexities of romantic relationships at her age. In the film, Hà Hoan faces various challenges, with moments that evoke strong emotions among viewers. Additionally, a scene where Hà Hoan playfully throws a bouquet of flowers at Tuấn Hạo has become a hot topic on social media.
Amidst the summer film season with many engaging romantic dramas like When You Run Towards Me or Hidden in the Fog, Illuminating the Chief’s Secret stands out as a “gem” with its unique storyline and quality, continuing to capture the audience’s attention amidst a genre where many projects have previously failed.
