#jian bin

[isshi69nikkei]

Ilustracja do: Migawki z Tianji i okolic - Abelarda Gildenman (abelarda_gildenman) - 刺客列传 | Men with Sword (TV) [Archive of Our Own]

Rozdział 80: Gen dostał nowy strój:) nie mogłam zdecydować czy lepiej biała czy pomarańczowa peleryna, więc dostał obie ;)

[abelarda-gildenman]

Have some moodboards created for my Men with Sword fanfic. Four canon characters and two OCs. All graphics are used with the CC license.

[gabrielokun]

[mangodelorean]

A Shop for Killers | Episode 02: Jeong Jinman, Jeong Jinman, Jeong Jinman

[sifu-kisu]

Lü Dongbin is a legendary Chinese scholar and poet who lived during the Tang dynasty whose lifetime supposedly spanned two hundred and twenty years. Elevated to the status of an immortal in the Chinese cultural sphere by Daoists, he is one of the most widely known of the group of deities known as the Eight Immortals. Lü is also a historical figure and mentioned in the official history book History of Song. He is widely considered to be one of the earliest masters of neidan, or internal alchemy. He is also depicted in art dressed as a scholar carrying a sword to dispel evil spirits.

[bellaroles]

Chun Feng Du Jian is really a good read. Also very beautifully translated. Aww! I haven't read anything this good in a long while now.

[mel-loves-kdramas]

Opening Credits of "Thirteen Years Of Dust" - 2023 Chinese Suspense Drama

[geekygirl24]

Prompt from Lila: FREE PROMPT =) Do what you like with whom you want! 

[theside-b]

I fell in love with you just by watching you play the piano.

Michael Chang and Charles Tu in FIRST NOTE OF LOVE (2024) dir. Shiue Bin Jian

[unforth]

New Danmei Publisher: Hai Tang Books

HEYO HAPPY SATURDAY THERE'S A NEW DANMEI PUBLISHER!

Hai Tang Books, a division of Hong Kong business Cherry-apple Cultural and Creative Limited, has formed in Flushing, NY, and announced multiple danmei licenses. Books will be in print and e-book as far as I can tell (EDITED: NO, it's looking like print-books only probably), and are licensed for distribution in the United States and Canada only.

Their website, Hai Tang Books, currently has a "down for maintenance" notice, but it was up earlier and multiple screen caps and such reflect the list of announced licenses (such as here on reddit and this post on bluesky.) There's also a list on Novel Updates.

Licensed Titles Are:

A Certain Someone (Moumou) by Mu Su Li

Devil Venerable Also Wants to Know (Mozun Ye Xiang Zhidao) by Cyan Wings

Guide on How to Fail at Online Dating (Wanglian Fanche Zhinan) by Jiang Zi Bei

I Can Do It (Wo Xing Rang Wo Lai) by Jiang Zi Bei

Mist (Bowu) by Wei Feng Ji Xu

Don't Pick Up Boyfriends From the Trash Bin (Buyao Zai Lajitongli Jian Nanpengyou) by Qi Jing Nan Qu

Marrying a Demon (Jia Mo) by Yang Su

The Approach/Descent From an Altitude of 10,000 Meters (Cong Wanmi Gaokong Jianglin) by La Rive Gauche

The Blue Dust Trilogy (Qianlan Huoxing) by Chu Tu

They've even shared some art:

I Can Do It:

Guide on How to Fail at Online Dating:

DVAWTK:

LOOK AT LITTLE YIN HANJIANG. LOOK AT HIIIIM *sob*

(Image source: https://bsky.app/profile/skyarise.bsky.social/post/3ldafjvvc2k2w)

Anyway. Very exciting morning in the danmei world!!!

[thaempo]

Can you keep it for me? Sea, are you willing to make music with me?

First Note of Love 彈一場完美戀愛, dir. Shiue Bin Jian @asiandramanet august bingo: symbolism

[isshi69nikkei]

AU z Qiu Zhenem w Tianji dla @abelarda-gildenman :)

[takoluka-magurofever]

dancing jekyll pt. 2

jian qi jianghu enyuan fuxiu zhao mingyue xifeng ye luohua xie zhen daojian nan mian ru wei shanhe guoke que zong changtan shang libie bin ru shuang yibei nonglie

[lunarriviera]

look who made the front page of MDL y'all

Chinese mystery thriller 'Under the Skin Season 2' announces premiere date

by Lily Alice, December 5, 2024

Under the Skin Season 2 has confirmed its release date for December 10. 

Under the Skin is a mystery thriller that tells the story of Shen Yi (Tan Jian Ci), a portraitist, and Du Cheng (Jin Shi Jia), a captain in the criminal investigation team, forced to work as partners to solve a series of bizarre and mysterious cases. 

The second season will continue to build on the core theme of the first season, "Revealing truths through colors, portraying the depths of the human heart." Through the outline of the portraits, it delves into the complexities of human nature. The Beijiang squad, composed of the portraitist Shen Yi, criminal investigation team captain Du Cheng, and others, will persist in unraveling the enigmas of human nature and pursuing the culprits behind the cases.

Tan Jian Ci plays Shen Yi, a young painter who resigned from his teaching position at an art academy and unexpectedly joined the Haicheng [sic] Public Security Bureau. Seven years ago, while still a student sketching on the streets, a stranger approached him with a photograph of a child, requesting him to create an image of what the child might look like as an adult. This drawing, however, inadvertently led to the exposure of undercover officer Lei Yifei's identity, resulting in Lei's tragic death. Five [sic] years later, burdened by a heavy sense of guilt, Shen Yi decided to uncover the truth. He accepted an invitation from Chief Zhang of the Public Security Bureau and became a portraitist for the criminal investigation team. Shen Yi's bromance with Du Cheng is one of the drama's highlights. 

Jin Shi Jia plays Du Cheng, the captain of the Beijiang Police Criminal Investigation Team. A decisive and relentless leader, he often operates unpredictably and spares no effort in solving cases, regardless of the cost.

Baby Zhang plays He Rong Yue, a forensic specialist in the Beijiang Police Criminal Investigation Team.

A courageous, meticulous, and highly skilled forensic expert, she is known for her integrity and boldness. During investigations, she often uncovers subtle truths that others might overlook. Her keen observations and expertise have helped Du Cheng and Shen Yi discover crucial details and solve numerous complex cases.

Her in-depth understanding of human anatomy has significantly contributed to cracking difficult cases. She holds great admiration for Shen Yi and, during their work together, often glances at him intentionally or unintentionally while handling cases.

Zhu Jia Qi plays Jiang Feng, a member of the Beijiang Police Criminal Investigation Team.

A junior team member and loyal follower of Du Cheng, he is straightforward and outspoken. Although he means no harm, his honest comments often lead to misunderstandings. Despite this, he is immensely loyal and is one of Du Cheng's most trusted subordinates.

He harbors feelings for his colleague Li Han, but in her eyes, he is nothing more than a coworker.

Qin Hai Lu plays Chief Zhang of the Beijiang Police Department.

A kind and approachable leader, she balances the sense of duty inherent to a police officer with the amiability of a good leader, while also commanding the authority expected of her. Recognizing Shen Yi's exceptional talent in sketching, she brought him into the department to assist the police in solving cases with his unique skills.

Fang Zi Bin plays Yan Tan Sheng, a detective in the Beijiang Police Criminal Investigation Team. He is highly professional, meticulous, and deeply committed to justice. Always willing to lend a hand, he supports newcomers to the team with his guidance. 

Under the Skin Season 2 will premiere on December 10. The C-drama will be available to stream on iQIYI and TencentVideo. Watch the trailer here.

[adding in Li Han played by Lu Yanqi bc they forgot my babygirl]

[mangodelorean]

Deleted scene from A Shop for Killers

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[lttawnymadison]

Danmei most highly rated/loved

This list is based on my poll of people's favorite danmei novels. They're also the ones I've heard about multiple times. Many are licensed for English, and more are being licensed all the time!

MXTX – Heaven Official's Blessing (Tian Guan Ci Fu) 

MXTX – The Grandmaster of Demonic Cultivation (Mo Dao Zu Shi)  

MXTX – The Scum Villain's Self-Saving System (Ren Zha Fanpai Zijiu Xitong) 

Meatbun – The Husky and His White Cat Shizun (Erha He Ta De Bai Mao Shizun)

Meatbun - Remnants of Filth (Yu Wu)

Meatbun - Case File Compendium (Bing an Ben)

Meng Xishi - Thousand Autumns (Qian Qiu) 

Meng Xishi – Peerless (Wu Shuang) 

Priest - Stars of Chaos (Sha Po Lang)  

Priest – Lord Seventh (Qi Ye)

Priest - Faraway Wanderers (Tian Ya Ke), sequel to Lord Seventh

Priest – Drowning Sorrows in Raging Fire 

Priest - Guardian (Zhen Hun) 

Shisi - Little Mushroom (Xiao Mogu) 

Feng Yu Nie - Mistakenly Saving the Villain 

FTYX - Dinghai Fusheng Records

FTYX - Legend of Exorcism (Tianbao Fuyao Lu) (loose sequel to DFR)

FTYX - To Rule in a Turbulent World (Luan Shi Wei Wang)  

Tang Jiu Qing - Qiang Jin Jiu 

Tang Jiu Qing - Nan Chan 

Cang Wu Bin Bai - Golden Terrace (Cang Wu Bin Bai) 

Cang Wu Bin Bai - Chun Feng Du Jian 

Qing Se Yu Yi - Devil Venerable Also Wants to Know  

Man Man He Qi Duo - Those Years In Quest Of Honour Mine 

Lu Ye Qian He - The Wife is First (Qi Wei Shang) 

Yi Yi Yi Yi - How to Survive As a Villain (Chuanyue Cheng Fanpai Yao Ruhe Huoming)  

Zhìchǔ - Fan Service Paradox (Ying Ye Bei Lun)  

Mu Su Li - Global Examination (Quanqiu Gaokao)  

Wei Feng Ji Xu - Mist (Bowu) 

Xue Shan Fei Hu - The Disabled Tyrant's Beloved Pet Fish 

Wu Zhe - Run Wild (Sa Ye) 

bafflinghaze - Dao Of The Salted Fish (Salted Fish Cultivator) 

Lin Qian - The Fallen Merman 

Feng Liu Shu Dai - Quickly wear the face of the devil 

Yin Ya - The Legendary Master’s Wife  

Wú Yì - The Killer of Killers (Sha Qing) 

Bing Kuai’er/ICE (冰块儿) - After Dawn/Dawning 黎明之后 

Jiang Weiji - How to Feed an Abyss! 

Lei Xu - The Grave Robbers' Chronicles