How did Ruyi's Royal Love in the Palace finally win over Chinese fans?

Ruyi's Royal Lo4ve in the Palace, starring Zhou Xun and Wallace Huo, is a fascinating historical saga with a sumptuous production, gorgeous costumes, and an impressive cast that brings characters vividly to life. Although it is enjoying high popularity now, the Chinese viewers were initially very critical. How did the Chinese fans finally fall in love with Ruyi?    There are many historical dramas that come and go in China, and they regularly compete with one another for viewers' limited time. Every once in a while, however, a truly high-caliber production comes along and people pay special attention. Such is the case for Ruyi's Royal Love in the Palace.   Its fame is preceded by the fact that the book that it's based on is written by Liu Lianzi, the same writer who wrote the famous "Hou Gong Ru Yi Zhuan," which was adapted into the stellar and acclaimed series The Legend of Zhen Huan, also known as The Empresses of the Palace in an excerpted format for Western audience.   The new historical series has been praised for its attention to details throughout the fabulous production. It also has a strong ensemble cast led by Zhou Xun, an internationally acclaimed actress, and Wallace Huo, also an award-winning and highly popular leading man.   With high anticipation, however, came with critical reviews when the drama first started.   Initially, Chinese fans were skeptical of Zhou Xun playing the teenage Ruyi during the first 2 episodes. Among the naysayers, there are those who thought she was too old, her face too puffy, and they even criticized Zhou Xun for speaking in her own naturally deep voice, instead of using a voice actor.   Not every actor can master the classical style required by historical dramas, and Zhou Xun actually speaks excellent Chinese Mandarin.  She speaks her lines with perfect pronunciation and diction, and you wouldn't have guessed that she has had to overcome severe stuttering. (Did you know these stunning facts about Zhou Xun?)   Thankfully, international viewers appreciate that Zhou Xun went the extra mile to dub for herself. With her natural voice complementing her acting, the seasoned actress is viewed as a perfect choice to play the titular character of the historical drama with an intricate story. The series has ranked among the top 10 most popular dramas at DramaFever.   What has finally won the Chinese audience over is the wide spectrum of emotions expressively evoked by Zhou Xun. Even a tiny glance from her can convey the most affecting impact.   Ruyi's personality will also mature and transform in the captivating story that spans over many years, and Zhou Xun, with her own uniquely independent personality, has become one with Ruyi. Now, viewers can't imagine anyone else playing that role as effectively and thoroughly as the 43-year-old actress can.   Therefore, we're very glad to report that Ruyi's Royal Love in the Palace has garnered over 5.5 billion views in China. It has also climbed to the top of of the curren

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