Coroner's Diary: The Record of Morning Snow Set to Premiere, Generating Buzz with Intriguing Plot and On-Screen Chemistry
A new Chinese drama series, "Coroner's Diary," also known as "The Record of Morning Snow" (朝雪录), is making waves on social media and is set to premiere on July 16th on the streaming platform iQiyi. The show, adapted from Bu Yue Qian Zhuang's novel "Quan Chong Zhi Wu Zuo Yi Fei," has garnered attention for its intriguing plot and the on-screen chemistry between its lead actors, Li Landi and Ao Ruipeng.
21 July 2025
The story revolves around Shen Wan, the daughter of a high-ranking official, who assumes a new identity after her family's massacre. Disguised as Qin Guan, the ninth lady of the Qin family, she escapes to Jingzhou, where the series unfolds a romantic tale of reunion between a detective and an anesthesiologist.
Promotional material, including the "Mist Snow Exploration Poster," has been widely shared on Weibo, generating buzz around the characters, particularly the "handsome prince" and the "high-energy princess Yue Ning." Viewers are eager to follow the story of Qin Guan, played by Li Landi, and Yan Chi, portrayed by Ao Ruipeng, with their underwater kiss scene already gaining praise.
The series, described as a "black horse detective drama," is expected to be a dark horse in the summer drama season, with its straightforward and fast-paced storytelling. Each case is resolved within five episodes, keeping the audience engaged and contributing to its popularity, which has already exceeded 9200 as of July 16th.
While the broader implications of "Coroner's Diary" on industry, society, and politics are not yet clear, its cultural impact is evident through its reception by viewers and its influence on popular culture. The drama's themes and messages, as well as its commercial success, will likely play a role in shaping its societal and industrial significance.
"Coroner's Diary" concluded filming on September 5, 2024, and its release is projected for 2025. With its captivating storyline and strong on-screen chemistry, the series is poised to make a lasting impression on audiences and contribute to the genre of historical and crime dramas.
