In a Class of Her Own (2020)
Discover disguise, friendship, and empowerment in the captivating drama “In a Class of Her Own.” Follow Wen Xi’s journey as she navigates secrets, love, and hidden identities at Yun Shang Academy.
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| Original Title | 漂亮书生 |
|---|---|
| Formats | Streaming |
| Seasons | 1 |
| Episodes | 36 |
| Duration | 45 mins |
| Status | Ended |
| Year | 2020 |
| First Air Date | July 23, 2020 |
| Last Air Date | July 23, 2020 |
| Broadcast Day | thursday, friday, saturday |
| Network | iQiyi |
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Synopsis
Xue Wenxi comes from an impoverished family, and disguises as a guy to make ends meet by helping to transcript and copywrite books. She meets Feng Chengjun, the son of the Prime Minister, during a business transaction. Coming to admire her talent, Feng Chengjun secretly sets a plan in motion that leaves her with no choice but to enroll in the the Yun Shang Academy. As the school only accepts male students, Xue Wenxi disguises herself as a boy (renaming herself as Xue Wenbin), and lives everyday on thin ice to guard her secret. Fortunately, she has Feng Chengjun to come to her aid, allowing her to focus on her studies.
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A Tale of Disguise, Friendship, and Empowerment
The daughter of an impoverished family, Xue Wen Xi, knows all about hardship. Willing to do whatever it takes to help take care of her beloved family, Wen Xi has gone to extreme lengths to make ends meet. This is why, when an opportunity to work as a writer presented itself, she willingly took the job—even though doing so meant she had to disguise herself as a boy.
The ruse seemed innocent enough, until the day the Prime Minister’s son, Feng Cheng Jun, walked into her life. Impressed by Wen Xi’s work, Feng Cheng Jun sets a plan in motion that leaves Wen Xi no choice but to enroll in the esteemed Yun Shang Academy. As a school that only accepts male students, Wen Xi has no choice but to continue disguising herself as a boy. Taking her brother’s name, Wen Xi, now Wen Bin, spends every moment of her life terrified of having her secret revealed.
Despite her fears, Wen Xi thrives in her scholastic environment. Using her wit, kindness, and charms, Wen Xi earns the respect and friendship of a trio of fellow scholars who, together, become known as the “Yun Shang Quartet”. With faithful friends by her side and a newfound love growing in her heart, Wen Xi finds the strength to face the hardships that inevitably come her way. But will this newfound strength crumble once her darkest secrets are revealed?
“In a Class of Her Own” is a heavily character-driven drama with very satisfying character growth. The headmaster is priceless and is the show’s true unsung hero. The pacing, however, gets hijacked by too many (albeit hilarious) comedic sketches without plot advancement, to the point where it drags slightly in the middle. Despite this, the drama manages to strike a balance between light-hearted moments and deeper themes of empowerment and friendship.
The production value is beautiful, and the performances from the side characters are commendable. However, some viewers feel that the series waters down the original show, leaving a rather bitter aftertaste. Nevertheless, the chemistry between the main characters and the portrayal of their relationships make this drama worth watching.
In summary, “In a Class of Her Own” is more than just a romantic comedy—it’s a story of resilience, camaraderie, and the pursuit of dreams. Whether you’re drawn in by the intriguing premise or the eye-catching cast, this drama offers a delightful blend of humor, heart, and hidden identities.