According to records, just 15 minutes after airing on the Tencent Video platform, the film reached a temperature of 22,000 (hot level) and quickly peaked at over 23,500 in one hour, setting a record opening the new film genre of the year. This achievement even surpassed Pearl Axis - a work that just ended and is considered to have raised the level of quality of ancient costume idol films.
Bach Nhat De Dang" tells the story of the 400-year-old female linh chu Ha Tu Mo (played by Dich Le Nhiet Ba), who loses all five senses but has a strange connection with young general Doan Tu (Tran Phi Vu). From initial curiosity, the two are gradually drawn into a complex relationship, crossing the boundaries of identity and time.
Right from the first episodes, the film scored points thanks to the elaborately invested visuals. Scenes such as "all devils at night" or the appearance of the female lead with a magical image are highly appreciated in terms of visuals. The film also cleverly incorporates Eastern aesthetic elements, especially Dong Hoang-inspired motifs, creating a cinematic overall.
Besides, the script is considered to have new points when building the female lead in the direction of "big female boss" - strong, cold but not lacking mischievous moments. The flexible change in personality helps the character become lively, avoiding the beaten path often seen in historical romantic films.
The love line between the two main characters is also deployed in a "brain battle" direction, when both continuously challenge and explore each other instead of falling into the motif of quick love, hasty marriage. This helps the film maintain an attractive rhythm and create a more realistic feeling for viewers.
In terms of acting, Dilireba is praised for finding a role that suits her sharp appearance. The "devil king" image and cold aura help her promote her strengths, while the "fake weakness" scenes bring a new color, reminiscent of her previous successful roles.
Meanwhile, Tran Phi Vu surprised with clear progress in acting. The young general character is portrayed with a mixture of strong temperament and complex inner world, receiving many positive feedbacks from the audience.
In addition to the main couple, the film also gathers familiar actors such as Wei Zheming or Zhang Li, contributing to increasing the attraction thanks to the depth of supporting roles.
However, besides praise, the film is also suspected of being " maliciously judged" on some platforms, when scores show clear differentiation. Many opinions suggest that more time is needed to fairly assess overall quality.
Despite the controversy, it is undeniable that "Bach Nhat De Dang" is having a favorable start. If it maintains its script and film pace, the work has the opportunity to become one of the notable historical blockbusters of the year.
