How Dare You!? | Wang Churan and Cheng Lei - Series Review

Overview

In this fantasy palace drama, a modern office rookie is assigned to read the novel Transmigrated: The Devil’s Beloved Consort—only to wake up inside it as Yu Wan Yin.

She soon discovers she is not alone. A second modern soul, Zhang San, has also crossed over. Together, they scheme through court politics, attempting to outmaneuver Prince Duan and rewrite their fates.

As conspiracies deepen and loyalties shift, fate tightens its grip. Yet Yu Wan Yin refuses to accept her tragic ending.

The Review

As a long-time C-drama viewer, I believed I was immune to emotional rollercoasters. This drama proved me wrong.

What begins as light comedy gradually transforms into an emotionally charged power struggle. The story explores destiny against defiance, adding depth beneath its entertaining surface.

The performances stand out. Wang Chu Ran delivers poise and emotional nuance as Yu Wan Yin. Cheng Lei portrays Xiahou Dan with restrained vulnerability, often expressing complex emotions through subtle glances. Tang Xiao Tian convincingly embodies the calculating Prince Duan, while Hu Yi Xuan brings LP Webnovels balance to Xie Yong’er’s evolution from idealistic graduate to ambitious contender.

Visually, the production is lavish and detailed. Flowing costumes, intricate hairpieces, and bold makeup choices enhance the drama’s fantasy tone.

Final Verdict

How Dare You!? is more than a comedic palace drama. It is ambitious, layered, and emotionally demanding.

While the ambiguous ending may divide viewers, the strong performances and intricate storytelling make it well worth the watch.